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What is the size of the spare tire for the 2012 Kia K5?

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Nelson

07/25/25 11:48am

The spare tire size for the Kia K5 is 205/65-R16, and it comes with a full-size spare tire. The full-size spare tire has the exact same specifications as the four original tires on the vehicle, allowing it to replace any temporarily or permanently unusable tire. Here are some precautions for using the spare tire: 1. Regularly inspect the spare tire. The inspection mainly involves checking tire pressure, wear, and cracks. Replace the tire as soon as possible if the tread wears down to the wear indicator line. If there are fine cracks on the tire sidewall, avoid using it for long-distance or high-speed driving, as the sidewall is thinner and prone to blowouts at high speeds. 2. Do not store oil products with the spare tire. The main component of tires is rubber, which is highly susceptible to erosion by various oil products. Many car owners often store lubricants and other oil products in the trunk. If these oils come into contact with the tire, they can cause swelling and corrosion, significantly reducing the tire's lifespan. If the tire gets stained with oil, promptly wash it off with a neutral detergent. 3. The lifespan of a spare tire is about 4 years. It’s common for car owners to find that the spare tire has severely aged and become unusable after years of storage when they need to replace a flat tire. Since tires are rubber products, prolonged storage can lead to aging. The typical aging period for tires is around 4 years, so the spare tire should be replaced after this period.

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