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Which wheel does Kia say to block before jacking up a car?

The wheel diagonally opposite the jack.

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  1. The wheel diagonally opposite the jack ✔
  2. The wheel right next to the jack
  3. Both wheels on the jacked side

Why: Kia's manual says to block both sides of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack position. Blocking keeps the car from rolling.

Huh, didn't know that: Kia's manual says to use only the jack provided with your vehicle, at the correct jacking positions.

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Answer: The wheel diagonally opposite the jack. Kia's manual says to block both sides of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack position. Blocking keeps the car from rolling.

  1. Kia Owner's Manual: Changing Tires ownersmanual.kia.com/full_webhelp/CL4/2026/en_US/topics/changing_tires.html
    Block both sides of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack position.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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