Kia Soul 2022 Tire Change User Manual
Introduction
Detailed instructions on how to change a tire on your Kia Soul vehicle are provided in the Kia Soul 2022 Tire Change guide. This manual is intended to make tire replacement for Kia Soul owners as efficient and secure as possible. Knowing how to change a tire is a useful skill that can save you time and inconvenience, whether you have a flat tire or need to replace your tires for seasonal changes. You can confidently handle tire changes and maintain the performance and safety of your Kia Soul by following the instructions provided in this manual.
Important topics like the required tools and equipment for the tire change, the right ways to jack up the car, remove and install the tires, and making sure they are properly inflated are all covered in the manual. Precautions and safety precautions are also included for the process.
Changing tires
Never attempt vehicle repairs in the traffic lanes of a public road or highway.
- Always move the vehicle completely off the road and onto the shoulder before trying to change a tire. The jack should be used on a firm level ground. If you cannot find a firm, level place off the road, call a towing service company for assistance.
- Be sure to use the correct front and rear jacking positions on the vehicle; never use the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle for jack support.
- Do not allow anyone to remain in the vehicle while it is on the jack.
Make sure any children present are in a secure place away from the road and from the vehicle to be raised with the jack.
WARNING
Running vehicle on jack
Do not start or run the engine of the vehicle while the vehicle is on the jack as this may cause the vehicle to fall off the jack.
To prevent the jack from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store it properly.
Removing and Storing the Spare Tire
- Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt counterclockwise to remove.
Store the tire in the reverse order of removal.
To prevent the spare tire and tools from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store them properly.
WARNING
Touching surface of the luggage room floor
Do not touch the metal surface of the luggage room floor while the engine is operating or hot. Doing so could result in serious bodily injury.
Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down or wear gloves to remove the spare tire from the luggage room.
Changing tires
- Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly.
- Place the transmission shift lever in P (Park).
- Activate the hazard warning flashers.
- Remove the wheel lug nut wrench, jack and spare tire from the vehicle.
- Block both the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite from the jack position.
WARNING
Jack location
To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use only the jack provided with the vehicle in the correct jack position; never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support.
WARNING
Changing a tire- To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire, always set the parking brake fully, and always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed.
- We recommend that the wheels of the vehicle be blocked, and that no person remain in a vehicle that is being jacked.
- Loosen the wheel lug nuts counterclockwise one turn each, but do not remove any nut until the tire has been raised off the ground.
- Place the jack at the front (1) or rear
(2) jacking position closest to the tire you are changing. Place the jack at the designated locations under the frame. The jacking positions are plates welded to the frame with two tabs and a raised dot to line up with the jack.
- Insert the wheel lug nut wrench into the jack and turn it clockwise, raising the vehicle until the tire just clears the ground. This measurement is approximately 1 in (30 mm).
Before removing the wheel lug nuts, make sure the vehicle is stable and that there is no chance for movement or slippage. - Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers.
- Slide the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot roll away.
- To put the wheel on the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up the holes with the studs and slide the wheel onto them. If this is difficult, tip the wheel slightly and get the top hole in the wheel lined up with the top stud.
- Jiggle the wheel back and forth until the wheel can slide over the other studs.
Wheels may have sharp edges. Handle them carefully to avoid possible severe injury. Before putting the wheel into place, be sure that there is nothing on the hub or wheel (such as mud, tar, gravel, etc.) that prevents the wheel from fitting solidly against the hub.
WARNING
Installing a wheel
Make sure the wheel makes good con-tact with the hub when installed. If the contact of the mounting surface between the wheel and hub is not good, the wheel nuts could come loose and cause the loss of a wheel. Loss of a wheel may result in loss of control of the vehicle. - To install the wheel, hold it on the studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs and tighten them finger tight.
- Jiggle the tire to be sure it is completely seated, then tighten the nuts as much as possible with your fingers again.
- Insert the wrench into the jack and lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the wheel nut wrench counterclockwise.
- Position the wrench as shown in the drawing and tighten the wheel nuts. Be sure the socket is seated completely over the nut. Do not stand on the wrench handle or use an extension pipe over the wrench handle.
- Go around the wheel, tightening every nut following the numerical sequence shown in the image until they are all tight. Double-check each nut for tightness.
- After changing wheels, have an authorized Kia dealer tighten the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible.
- To prevent the jack, wheel lug nut wrench and spare tire from rattling while the vehicle is in motion, store them properly.
- Check the inflation pressures as soon as possible after installing the spare tire. Adjust it to the specified pressure, if necessary. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 8-5.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
79~94 lbf·ft (11~13 kgf·m)
If you have a tire gauge, remove the valve cap and check the air pressure. If the pressure is lower than recommended, drive slowly to the nearest service station and inflate to the correct pressure. If it is too high, adjust it until it is correct. Always reinstall the valve cap after checking or adjusting the tire pressure. If the cap is not replaced, dust and dirt may get into the tire valve and air may leak from the tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy another and install it as soon as possible.
After you have changed the wheels, always secure the flat tire in its place and return the jack and tools to their proper storage locations.
CAUTION
Reusing lug nuts
Make certain during wheel removal that the same nuts that were removed are reinstalled – or, if replaced, that nuts with metric threads and the same chamfer configuration are used. Your vehicle has metric threads on the wheel studs and nuts. Installation of a non-metric thread nut on a metric stud will not secure the wheel to the hub properly and will dam-age the stud so that it must be replaced.
Note that most lug nuts do not have metric threads. Be sure to use extreme care in checking for thread style before installing aftermarket lug nuts or wheels. If in doubt, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
Wheel studs
If the studs are damaged, they may lose their ability to retain the wheel. This could lead to the loss of the wheel and a collision resulting in serious injuries.
Important – use of compact spare tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare tire. This compact spare tire takes up less space than a regular-size tire. This tire is smaller than a conventional tire and is designed for temporary use only.
- You should drive carefully when the compact spare is in use. The compact spare should be replaced by the proper conventional tire and rim at the first opportunity.
The operation of this vehicle is not recommended with more than one compact spare tire in use at the same time.
WARNING
Spare tire
The compact spare tire is for emergency use only. Do not operate your vehicle on this compact spare at speeds over 50 mph (80 km/h). The original tire should be repaired or replaced as soon as possible to avoid failure of the spare possibly leading to bodily injury or death.
The compact spare should be inflated to 60 psi (420 kPa).
NOTICE
Check the inflation pressure after installing the spare tire. Adjust it to the specified pressure, as necessary.
When using a compact spare tire, observe the following precautions:
- Under no circumstances should you exceed 50 mph (80 km/h); a higher speed could damage the tire.
Ensure that you drive slowly enough for the road conditions to avoid all hazards. Any road hazard, such as a pothole or debris, could seriously damage the compact spare. - Any continuous road use of this tire could result in tire failure, loss of vehicle control, and possible personal injury.
- Do not exceed the vehicle’s maximum load rating or the load-carrying capacity shown on the sidewall of the compact spare tire.
- Avoid driving over obstacles. The compact spare tire diameter is smaller than the diameter of a conventional tire and reduces the ground clearance approximately 1 inch (25 mm), which could result in damage to the vehicle.
- Do not take this vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash while the compact spare tire is installed.
Do not use tire chains on the compact spare tire. Because of the smaller size, a tire chain will not fit properly. This could damage the vehicle and result in loss of the chain. - Do not use the compact spare tire on any other vehicle because this tire has been designed especially for your vehicle.
- The compact spare tire’s tread life is shorter than a regular tire. Inspect your compact spare tire regularly and replace worn compact spare tires with the same size and design, mounted on the same wheel.
- The compact spare tire should not be used on any other wheels, nor should standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings be used with the compact spare wheel. If such use is attempted, damage to these items or other vehicle components may occur.
- Do not use more than one compact spare tire at a time.
Do not tow a trailer while the compact spare tire is installed.
Jack label
Type A
Type B
Type C
* The actual Jack label in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. For more detailed specifications, refer to the label attached to the jack.
- Model Name
- Maximum allowable load
- When using the jack, set your parking brake.
- When using the jack, stop the engine.
- Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
- The designated locations under the frame
- When supporting the vehicle, the base plate of jack must be vertical under the lifting point.
- Move the shift lever to the P position on vehicles with intelligent variable transmission.
- The jack should be used on firm level ground.
- Jack manufacturer
- Production date
- Representative company and address
FAQs
- How often should I check the tire pressure on my Kia Soul 2022?
A tyre pressure check should be performed at least once per month or before lengthy trips. - What is the recommended tire pressure for my Kia Soul 2022?
The owner’s manual or the tyre placard on the driver-side door jamb both list the recommended tyre pressure. - Can I use the spare tire for an extended period of time?
Only temporary use is intended for the spare tyre. It is advised to swap out the spare tyre as soon as possible for a regular tyre. - How do I know when it’s time to replace my tires?
You should replace your tyres when they show signs of excessive wear, cracking, or bulging, or when the tread depth reaches the legal minimum. - What tools do I need to change a tire on my Kia Soul 2022?
A jack, lug wrench, and spare tyre are usually required tools. Your vehicle ought to come equipped with these devices. - Where is the spare tire located in the Kia Soul 2022?
Normally, you can find the spare tyre in the trunk or underneath the car. - How do I safely jack up my Kia Soul 2022 to change a tire?
For detailed instructions on jacking up your car safely, consult the owner’s manual. - How do I remove the lug nuts from the wheel?
To loosen the lug nuts, turn them anticlockwise with the lug wrench. - Can I use the same lug nuts for the spare tire?
Usually, the spare tyre can be used with the lug nuts. - Should I tighten the lug nuts in a specific pattern?
To ensure even tightening, it is advised to tighten the lug nuts in a star or cross pattern. - How do I properly inflate the spare tire?
A tyre inflator or an air pump at a petrol station are both options for inflating the spare tyre to the recommended - Can I drive at normal speeds with the spare tire?
Lower speeds are typically the limit for spare tyres. For information on specific speed limits, consult the owner’s manual. - How far can I drive on a spare tire?
Only short distances are intended for spare tyres. It is advised to swap out the spare tyre as soon as possible for a regular tyre. - What should I do with the damaged tire?
A qualified tyre service facility can inspect the tyre and determine whether it needs to be repaired or replaced. - Can I use different tire sizes on my Kia Soul 2022?
For optimum performance and safety, it is advised to use the tyre size recommended by the manufacturer. For the list of recommended tyre sizes, refer to the owner’s manual.
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