Kia EV2: Tyres and wheels / Wheel alignment and tyre balance

Kia EV2 (QV1, 2026-2026) Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Tyres and wheels / Wheel alignment and tyre balance

The wheels and chassis geometry on your Kia EV2 were meticulously aligned and balanced at the factory during production to guarantee the longest possible tyre life and superior driving dynamics.

If you notice unusual or asymmetric tyre wear patterns, or if your vehicle exhibits a tendency to pull or drift toward one side of the road during straight-line driving, you should have the wheel alignment checked and reset.

If you experience persistent steering wheel or cabin vibration while driving smoothly at cruising speeds on a well-paved highway, your wheels likely require professional rebalancing.

Wheel weight caution

Installing incorrect or poorly manufactured wheel weights can permanently mar and damage the precision aluminium alloy wheels on your Kia EV2. Always use exclusively factory-approved balancing weights during service.

Tyre maintenance

In addition to maintaining correct daily inflation pressures, ensuring proper wheel geometry and alignment is essential to prevent premature or uneven tread wear on your Kia EV2...

Tyre rotation

To promote even tread wear distribution and maximize the lifespan of your tyres, it is strongly recommended to perform a tyre rotation every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear patterns begin to emerge on your Kia EV2...

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