Kia Soul: Special driving conditions / Driving off-road, Highway driving
Driving off-road
Drive carefully off-road because your vehicle may be damaged by rocks or roots
of trees. Become familiar with the off-road conditions where you are going to drive
before you begin driving.
Highway driving
Tires
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Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specification. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may result in reduced traction or tire
failure.
NOTICE
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure shown on the tires.
WARNING
- Underinflated or overinflated tires can cause poor handling, loss of
vehicle control, and sudden tire failure leading to accidents, injuries, and
even death. Always check tires for proper inflation before driving. For proper
tire pressures, refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 8-48.
- Driving on tires with no or insufficient tread is dangerous. Worn-out
tires can result in loss of vehicle control, collisions, injury, and even death.
Worn-out tires should be replaced as soon as possible and should never be used
for driving. Always check the tire tread before driving your car. For further
information and tread limits, refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 8-48.
Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil
High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to check
both engine coolant and engine oil.
Drive belt
A loose or damaged drive belt may result in overheating of the engine.
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