How to replace a tyre on a Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage is right up at the top of the list when it comes to mid size SUV's in SA, it is very much a popular choice next to the Hyundai Tucson. Whichever one you choose to drive the inevitability of a flat wheel can spoil any drive. Should you find yourself in a situation where the bottom half of your tyre is flat we can help you self rescue with our step by step guide to changing out a flat tyre.
Bigger is not always better
Even if you choose to drive a larger crossover or SUV from the Kia stable the chances are still rather good that you will eventually end up with a flat wheel due to poor road conditions and debris. No matter the cause, you will want to self rescue as soon as possible and we can show you how with our step by step guide on changing out a flat.
Lets do get it done!
- Make sure the vehicle is on a flat level surface and that the hand brake is engaged
- Retrieve the car jack, wheel spanner and spare wheel from the boot
- Fit the jack near the approved lifting point on the undercarriage and take the weight off of the flat wheel
- Use the wheel spanner to remove the wheel bolts
- Place the spare onto the wheel hub and tighten the wheel bolts
- Lower the car down and give the wheel bolts a once over to ensure that they are sufficiently tight
- Place the flat wheel in the boot along with the tools and be on your way
Make sure to get the flat repaired as soon as possible and put the spare back.
