Kia Sorento: Distributing the sealant. Checking the tire inflation pressure

Distributing the sealant

After putting sealant in the tire, it is necessary to drive your Kia Sorento so that the sealant becomes evenly distributed inside the tire structure.

• Immediately drive approximately 4–6 miles (7–10 km or, about 10 minutes) to evenly distribute the sealant in the tire.

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). If possible, do not drop below 12 mph (20 km/h).

While driving, if you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance or noise, reduce your speed further and drive with caution until you can safely pull off of the side of the road.

CAUTION

When you use the TMK, the tire pressure sensors and wheel may be stained by sealant. Remove the tire pressure sensors and wheel stained by the sealant and have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Checking the tire inflation pressure

After driving briefly so as to distribute the sealant in the tire, check the inflation pressure.

1. After driving approximately 4–6 miles (7–10 km or about 10 minutes), stop at a safe location.

2. Connect the compressor and the tire connection hose directly to the tire valve.

3. Connect the 12V battery connector/cable to a 12V power source.

4. To increase the tire pressure, turn on the compressor and adjust the pressure to the specified tire pressure.

5. To decrease the tire pressure, turn the tire pressure adjustment knob to adjust to the appropriate tire pressure.

6. To check the current tire pressure, temporarily turn off the compressor

   • To increase the inflation pressure, switch on the compressor, position I. To check the current inflation pressure setting, briefly switch off the compressor.

     NOTE

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

     WARNING

     Do not let the compressor run for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, the device may overheat and be damaged.

   • To reduce the inflation pressure, press the valve on the compressor.

     CAUTION

     Tire Pressure Sensor

     When you use the TMK with a sealant that is not approved by Kia, the tire pressure sensors may be damaged by that sealant. Approved sealant on the tire pressure sensor and wheel should be removed when you replace the tire and the tire pressure sensors should be inspected at an authorized Kia dealer.

Components of the Tire Mobility Kit. Using the Tire Mobility Kit

Components of the Tire Mobility Kit Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing. Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing. ...

Technical data

System voltage: DC 12 V Working voltage: DC 10–12 V Amperage rating: max. 15 A Suitable temperatures: -22 to 158 °F (-30 to 70 ...