Kia EV6: What to Do in an Emergency / If You Have a Flat Tire (with Tire Mobility Kit)

Contents:

• Components of the Tire Mobility Kit
• Using the Tire Mobility Kit
• Distributing the Sealant
• Checking the Tire Inflation Pressure
• Technical Data

The Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) supplied with the Kia EV6 is intended as a temporary emergency repair solution. Following use of the kit, the damaged tire should be professionally inspected, repaired, or replaced by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Compressor Sealant bottle

Before using the Tire Mobility Kit on your Kia EV6, carefully read all instructions and safety information contained in this section to ensure proper operation and maximum effectiveness.

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Introduction

The Tire Mobility Kit helps keep your Kia EV6 mobile after experiencing certain types of tire punctures and may eliminate the need for immediate roadside tire replacement.

The integrated compressor and sealant system is designed to temporarily seal most tread-area punctures caused by nails, screws, or similar road hazards while simultaneously restoring tire pressure.

After confirming that the puncture has been sealed successfully, the Kia EV6 may be driven cautiously at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire service facility or authorized Kia dealer where permanent tire repairs can be performed.

Some tire damage cannot be repaired using the Tire Mobility Kit, particularly larger punctures, structural damage, or sidewall injuries.

Any loss of air pressure can negatively affect handling, braking performance, ride comfort, efficiency, and overall safety of the Kia EV6.

For this reason, avoid sudden steering corrections, rapid acceleration, abrupt braking, or aggressive driving maneuvers after a temporary tire repair has been performed.

Additional caution is especially important when the Kia EV6 is heavily loaded with passengers or cargo, or when towing equipment is installed.

The Tire Mobility Kit is designed solely as a temporary emergency solution and is intended for use on one damaged tire only.

This section provides step-by-step instructions for temporarily sealing a punctured tire and restoring mobility to the Kia EV6.

Before beginning the repair procedure, read the section titled Notes on the Safe Use of the Tire Mobility Kit completely.

Notes on the Safe Use of the Tire Mobility Kit

• Park the Kia EV6 safely away from moving traffic before using the Tire Mobility Kit.

• Always engage the parking brake to prevent unintended vehicle movement, even when parked on relatively level ground.

• The Tire Mobility Kit is intended exclusively for passenger-car tire sealing and inflation. Only punctures located within the tread area of the tire may be repairable.

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit on motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, recreational equipment, or other non-approved tire types.

• If the tire or wheel has sustained visible structural damage, do not attempt to use the Tire Mobility Kit on the Kia EV6.

• The Tire Mobility Kit may not effectively seal punctures larger than approximately 0.16 inches (4 mm) in diameter.

  If the tire cannot be made roadworthy, contact the nearest authorized Kia dealership or roadside assistance provider.

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit if the tire has been driven extensively while flat or with extremely low air pressure.

• Do not remove nails, screws, or other foreign objects embedded in the tire before applying sealant.

• When operating outdoors, leave the Kia EV6 in the POWER ON position (DRIVE READY indicator ON) while using the compressor. This helps prevent discharge of the 12-volt battery.

• Never leave the Tire Mobility Kit unattended while it is operating.

• Do not run the compressor continuously for more than 10 minutes, as overheating may occur.

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit when ambient temperatures are below -22°F (-30°C).

• For best results, perform the repair procedure immediately after discovering the tire puncture.

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Remove the wheel-cover extraction tool from the Kia EV6 Tire Mobility Kit. Insert the tool into the designated opening and carefully pull outward to remove the wheel cover safely.

Components of the Tire Mobility Kit

The connectors, electrical cable, and air hose used with the Tire Mobility Kit are conveniently stored inside the compressor housing of the Kia EV6, ensuring quick access during roadside emergencies.

1. Speed restriction label

2. Sealant bottle

3. Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel

4. Connectors and cable for direct connection to the vehicle power outlet

5. Sealant bottle holder

6. Compressor unit

7. ON / OFF switch

8. Pressure gauge displaying tire inflation pressure

9. Pressure-release valve for reducing tire inflation pressure

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Before operating the tire repair kit, carefully review the instructions attached to the sealant bottle. Detach the speed limitation label from the container and place it in a clearly visible location inside the Kia EV6. Always comply with the specified speed limit after a temporary tire repair.

Using the Tire Mobility Kit

Follow the procedure below carefully to ensure a safe and effective temporary tire repair on your Kia EV6.

1. Shake the sealant bottle thoroughly to ensure the sealing compound is properly mixed before use.

2. Remove the cap from the sealant bottle and the cap from the sealant bottle holder, then securely screw the bottle into the designated holder.

3. Remove the valve cap from the damaged tire and securely attach the filling hose from the sealant bottle to the tire valve.

   NOTE

   If a nail, screw, or another object is visibly embedded in the tire tread, do not remove it before using the Tire Mobility Kit.

   NOTE

   If the tire valve and sealant hose are not fully connected, sealant may leak out and potentially block the valve opening.

4. Verify that the compressor valve located on the filling hose is locked securely before proceeding.

5. Confirm that the compressor is switched off and set to position 0 before connecting power.

6. Connect the compressor to the Kia EV6 power outlet using the supplied electrical cable and connectors.

7. With the EV button in the POWER ON position, switch on the compressor and allow it to operate for approximately 5-7 minutes. The sealant will be injected into the tire while inflation pressure increases toward the recommended cold-tire specification for the Kia EV6.

   Monitor the tire carefully during inflation and avoid standing directly beside the tire while pressure is increasing.

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   Tire Pressure

   Do not drive the Kia EV6 if tire pressure remains below 26 psi (180 kPa). Driving on an underinflated tire could result in sudden tire failure, loss of control, or an accident.

8. Switch off the compressor after the sealant injection and inflation process has been completed.

9. Disconnect the hoses from both the sealant bottle and the tire valve carefully.

10. Store the Tire Mobility Kit back in its designated storage compartment inside the Kia EV6.

Distributing the Sealant

After the sealant has been injected into the tire, the Kia EV6 must be driven so that the sealing compound can spread evenly throughout the inside of the tire.

• Immediately drive the Kia EV6 for approximately 4-6 miles (7-10 km), or about 10 minutes, to distribute the sealant evenly throughout the tire interior.

Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) during this procedure. Whenever possible, maintain a speed above 12 mph (20 km/h) to ensure proper sealant distribution.

If unusual vibration, steering pull, excessive noise, or abnormal ride characteristics occur while driving, reduce speed immediately and carefully stop the Kia EV6 in a safe location for inspection.

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Checking the Tire Inflation Pressure

After driving to distribute the sealant, check the tire pressure to confirm that the repair has been successful and the tire remains properly inflated.

1. After driving approximately 4-6 miles (7-10 km), stop the Kia EV6 in a safe location away from traffic.

2. Connect the compressor filling hose directly to the tire valve and prepare the compressor for pressure verification.

3. Reconnect the compressor to the Kia EV6 power outlet using the supplied cable and connectors.

4. Adjust tire pressure to the recommended cold-tire specification shown on the vehicle placard or tire-pressure label located on the driver's side center pillar.

   • To increase pressure, switch the compressor on (position I). To obtain an accurate pressure reading, briefly switch the compressor off and check the gauge.

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     The pressure gauge may display a higher reading while the compressor is running. For an accurate measurement, switch the compressor off before reading the gauge.

     CAUTION

     Do not operate the compressor continuously for more than 10 minutes. Excessive operating time may cause overheating and permanent compressor damage.

   • To reduce pressure, press the pressure-release valve located on the compressor.

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     Tire Pressure Sensor

     Using non-approved sealant products may damage the TPMS sensors installed on the Kia EV6. Whenever a tire is replaced, remove all sealant residue from the wheel and sensor and have the TPMS inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Technical Data

The Tire Mobility Kit supplied with the Kia EV6 is engineered to provide reliable temporary tire repair assistance in emergency situations. The technical specifications of the system are listed below.

Replacement sealant bottles and Tire Mobility Kit service parts for the Kia EV6 are available through authorized Kia dealerships and qualified tire-service centers. Empty sealant containers may generally be disposed of with household waste, while any remaining liquid sealant should be discarded in accordance with local environmental regulations or through an authorized service facility.

To ensure proper operation of the Kia EV6 Tire Mobility Kit, always use genuine or approved replacement components that meet the original specifications.