Kia Rio: Maintenance / Wiper blades
Blade inspection

Commercial hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to make
the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly, clean both the window and the blades with
a good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION - Wiper blades
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a ...
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked,
and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move
the wipers ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
Drum type
Disc type
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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All season tires
Kia specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance for
use all year round, including snowy and icy road conditions. All season tires are
identified by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow tires
have better snow traction than a ...