Kia Soul: Checking the tire inflation pressure - If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit) - What to do in an emergencyKia Soul: Checking the tire inflation pressure

Kia Soul 2009-2013 AM Owner's Manual / What to do in an emergency / If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit) / Checking the tire inflation pressure

1.After driving approximately 4 ~6miles(7~10km or about 10min), stop at a safety location.
2.Connect connection hose (9) of the compressor directly to the tire valve.
3.Plug the compressor power cord into the vehicle power outlet.
4.Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the recommended tire inflation. With the ignition switched on, proceed as follows.
- To increase the inflation pressure : Switch on the compressor, position I. To check the current inflation pressure setting, briefly switch off the compressor.

✽ NOTICE

The pressure gauge may show higher than actual reading when the compressor is running. To get an accurate tire pressure, the compressor needs to be turned off.

- To reduce the inflation pressure: Loosen the screw cap (8) on the compressor hose.

CAUTION - Tire pressure sensor

When you use the Tire Mobility Kit including sealant not approved by Kia, the tire pressure sensors may be damaged by sealant. The sealant on the tire pressure sensor and wheel should be removed when you replace the tire with a new one and inspect the tire pressure sensors in authorized dealer.

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    Technical Data
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