Hyundai Kona (2022 year). Manual in english — page 17

Maintenance

EnginE cooLant

The high-pressure cooling system has a

Checking the coolant level

reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze

coolant. The reservoir is filled at the

factory.

Check the antifreeze protection and

coolant level at least once a year, at

the beginning of the winter season and

before traveling to a colder climate.

NOTICE

• When the engine overheats from

low engine coolant, suddenly adding

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engine coolant may cause cracks

in the engine. To prevent damage,

add engine coolant slowly in small

quantities.

• Do not drive with no engine coolant.

It may cause water pump failure and

engine seizure, etc.

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Check the condition and connections

of all cooling system hoses and

heater hoses. Replace any swollen or

deteriorated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled

between the MAX and the MIN marks on

the side of the coolant reservoir when

the engine is cool.

If the coolant level is low, add enough

distilled (deionized) water to bring the

level to the MAX mark, but do not overfill.

If frequent additions are required, we

recommend that you see an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer for a cooling system

inspection.

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Recommended coolant

WARNING

• When adding coolant, use only

Never remove the engine

deionized water, distilled water or soft

coolant cap and/or water-

water for your vehicle and never mix

cooled intercooler coolant

hard water in the coolant filled at the

cap or the drain plug while

factory.

the engine and radiator are

• An incorrect coolant mixture can

hot. Hot coolant and steam

result in severe malfunction or engine

may blow out under pressure,

damage.

causing serious injury.

• The engine in your vehicle has

Turn the vehicle off and wait until the

aluminum engine parts and must be

engine cools down. Use extreme care

protected by an phosphate-based

when removing the engine coolant

ethylene glycol coolant to prevent

cap and/or water-cooled intercooler

corrosion and freezing.

coolant cap. Wrap a thick towel around

• Do not use alcohol or methanol

it, and turn it counterclockwise slowly

coolant or mix them with the specified

to the first stop. Step back while the

coolant.

pressure is released from the cooling

system. When you are sure all the

• Do not use a solution that contains

pressure has been released, press down

more than 60% antifreeze or less than

on the cap, using a thick towel, and

35% antifreeze, which would reduce

continue turning counterclockwise to

the effectiveness of the solution.

remove it.

For mixing percentage, refer to the

following table:

Information

The coolant level is influenced by the

Mixture Percentage

Ambient

engine temperature. Before checking or

(volume)

Temperature

refilling the coolant, turn the engine off.

Antifreeze

Water

-15°C (5°F)

WARNING

-25°C (-31°F)

-35°C (31°F)

-45°C (-49°F)

Information

If in doubt about the mix ratio, a 50%

water and 50% antifreeze mix is the

The electric motor for the cooling fan

easiest to mix together as it will be the

may continue to operate or start up

same quantity of each. It is suitable to

when the engine is not running and

use for most temperature ranges of -35°C

can cause serious injury. Keep hands,

(-31°F) and higher.

clothing and tools away from the

rotating fan blades of the cooling fan.

Always turn off the vehicle unless the

vehicle has to be inspected with the

engine on. Be cautious as the cooling

fan may operate if the negative (-)

battery terminal is not disconnected.

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Maintenance

Changing coolant

WARNING

We recommend that coolant be changed

Make sure the coolant cap is properly

by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

closed after refilling coolant. Otherwise

according to the Maintenance Schedule

the engine could be overheated while

at the beginning of this chapter.

driving.

Engine compartment front view

WARNING

Do not use engine coolant or antifreeze

in the washer fluid reservoir.

Engine coolant can severely obscure

visibility when sprayed on the

windshield and may cause loss of

vehicle control resulting in an accident.

Engine coolant may also cause damage

to paint and body trim.

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1. Check if the coolant cap label is

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straight in front.

To prevent damage to engine parts, put

a thick towel around the engine coolant

cap and/or inverter coolant cap before

refilling the coolant to prevent the

coolant from overflowing into engine

parts, such as the alternator.

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2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions

inside the coolant cap is securely

interlocked.

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BrakE fLUiD

Checking the brake fluid level

WARNING

Do not allow brake fluid to come in

contact with your eyes. If brake fluid

comes in contact with your eyes, flush

your eyes with clean water for at least

15 minutes and get immediate medical

attention.

NOTICE

• Do not allow brake fluid to contact

the vehicle’s body paint, as paint

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damage will result.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir

• Brake fluid, which has been exposed

periodically. The fluid level should be

to open air for an extended time

between MAX and MIN marks on the side

should NEVER be used as its quality

of the reservoir.

cannot be guaranteed. It should be

disposed of properly.

Before removing the reservoir cap and

adding brake fluid, clean the area around

• Do not use the wrong kind of brake

the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent

fluid. A few drops of mineral based

brake fluid contamination.

oil, such as engine oil, in your brake

system can damage brake system

If the level is low, add the specified brake

parts.

fluid to the MAX level. The level will fall

with accumulated mileage. This is a

normal condition associated with the

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wear of the brake linings. If the fluid level

is excessively low, have the brake system

Use only the specified brake fluid (refer

checked by an authorized HYUNDAI

to “Recommended Lubricants and

dealer.

Capacities” section in chapter 2).

WARNING

If the brake system requires frequent

additions of fluid this could indicate

a leak in the brake system. Have the

vehicle inspected by an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

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Maintenance

wasHEr fLUiD

parking BrakE

Checking the washer fluid level

Checking the Parking Brake

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Check the fluid level in the washer fluid

Check the stroke of the parking brake

reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain

by counting the number of “clicks’’

water may be used if washer fluid is not

heard while fully applying it from the

available. However, use washer solvent

released position. Also, the parking brake

with antifreeze characteristics in cold

alone should securely hold the vehicle

climates to prevent freezing.

on a fairly steep grade. If the stroke is

more or less than specified, have the

parking brake adjusted by an authorized

WARNING

HYUNDAI dealer.

To prevent serious injury or death, take

the following safety precautions when

Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg

using washer fluid:

(44 lbs, 196 N).

• Do not use engine coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir. Engine coolant can

severely obscure visibility when

sprayed on the windshield and

may cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident or damage to

paint and body trim.

• Do not allow sparks or flame to

contact the washer fluid or the

washer fluid reservoir. Washer fluid

may contain alcohol and can be

flammable.

• Do not drink washer fluid and avoid

contact with skin. Washer fluid is

harmful to humans and animals.

• Keep washer fluid away from

children and animals.

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air cLEanEr

Filter Replacement

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2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.

The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for

3. Replace the air cleaner filter.

inspection using compressed air.

4. Lock the cover with the cover

Do not attempt to wash or to rinse it, as

attaching clips.

water will damage the filter.

5. Check that the cover is firmly

If soiled, the air cleaner filter must be

installed.

replaced.

Information

If the vehicle is operated in extremely

dusty or sandy areas, replace the element

more often than the usual recommended

intervals (refer to “Maintenance Under

Severe Usage Conditions” in chapter 9).

NOTICE

• Do not drive with the air cleaner filter

removed. This will result in excessive

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engine wear.

1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching

• When removing the air cleaner filter,

be careful that dust or dirt does not

clips and open the cover.

enter the air intake, or damage may

result.

• Use HYUNDAI genuine parts. Use of

non-genuine parts could damage the

air flow sensor.

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Maintenance

cLimatE controL air fiLtEr

Filter inspection

The cabin 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 long period, it should be

inspected more frequently and replaced

earlier. When you replace the cabin air

filter, replace it performing the following

procedure, and be careful to avoid

damaging other components.

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3. Remove the climate control air filter

case while pressing the lock on the

right side of the cover.

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1. With the glove box open, remove the

stoppers on both sides.

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4. Replace the climate control air filter.

5. Reassemble in the reverse order of

disassembly.

NOTICE

Install a new climate control air filter

in the correct direction with the

arrow symbol (↓) facing downwards,

otherwise, it may be noisy and the

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effectiveness of the filter may be

reduced.

2. Remove the support strap (1).

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wipEr BLaDEs

Blade inspection

Blade replacement

Contamination of either the windshield

When the wipers no longer clean

or the wiper blades with foreign matter

adequately, the blades may be worn or

can reduce the effectiveness of the

cracked, and require replacement.

windshield wipers.

Common sources of contamination are

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insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments

To prevent damage to the wiper arms

used by some commercial car washes. If

or other components, do not attempt to

the blades are not wiping properly, clean

move the wipers manually.

both the window and the blades with a

good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse

thoroughly with clean water.

NOTICE

The use of a non-specified wiper blade

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could result in wiper malfunction and

failure.

To prevent damage to the wiper blades,

arms or other components, do not:

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• Use gasoline, kerosene, paint

thinner, or other solvents on or near

• In order to prevent damage to the

them.

hood and the wiper arms, the wiper

• Attempt to move the wipers

arms should only be lifted when in

manually.

the top wiping position.

• Use non-specified wiper blades.

• Always return the wiper arms to the

windshield before driving.

Information

Commercial hot waxes applied by

automatic car washes have been known to

make the windshield difficult to clean.

Information

Wiper blades are consumable items.

Normal wear of the wipers may not be

covered by your vehicle warranty.

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Maintenance

Front windshield wiper blade

replacement

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Type A

1. Put the front windshield wipers into

the service position.

2. Raise the wiper arm and slightly rotate

the wiper blade assembly to expose

the plastic locking clip.

NOTICE

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Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

3. Press the clip (1) and slide the blade

against the windshield, since it may

assembly downward (2).

chip or crack the windshield.

4. Lift it off the arm.

5. Install the blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

6. Return the wiper arm on the

windshield.

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2. Lift up the wiper blade clip (1). Then

pull down the blade assembly (2) and

remove it.

3. Install the new blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

4. Return the wiper arm on the

windshield.

Rear window wiper blade

replacement

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Type B

1. Raise the wiper arm.

NOTICE

Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

against the windshield, since it may

chip or crack the windshield.

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1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the

wiper blade assembly.

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2. Install the new blade assembly by

inserting the center part into the slot

in the wiper arm until it clicks into

place.

3. Make sure the blade assembly is

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installed firmly by trying to pull it

slightly.

To prevent damage to the wiper arms

or other components, we recommend

that the wiper blades be replaced by an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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Maintenance

BattEry

• When lifting a plastic-cased battery,

WARNING

excessive pressure on the case may

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH

cause battery acid to leak. Lift with a

to you or bystanders, always follow

battery carrier or with your hands on

these precautions when working near

opposite corners.

or handling the battery:

• Do not attempt to jump start your

vehicle if your battery is frozen.

Always read and follow

instructions carefully when

• The electrical ignition system works

handling a battery.

with high voltage. NEVER touch

these components with the engine

running or when the Engine Start/

Wear eye protection designed

Stop button is in the ON position.

to protect the eyes from acid

splashes.

NOTICE

Keep all flames, sparks, or

• When you do not use the vehicle for a

smoking materials away from

long time in a low temperature area,

the battery.

disconnect the battery and keep it

indoors.

Hydrogen is always present

• Always charge the battery fully to

in battery cells, is highly

prevent battery case damage in low

combustible, and may explode

temperature areas.

if ignited.

Keep batteries out of reach of

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children.

If you connect unauthorized electronic

devices to the battery, the battery may

Batteries contain sulfuric acid

be discharged. Never use unauthorized

which is highly corrosive. Do

devices.

not allow acid to contact your

eyes, skin or clothing.

If acid gets into your eyes, flush your

eyes with clean water for at least 15

minutes and get immediate medical

attention. If acid gets on your skin,

thoroughly wash the area. If you feel

pain or a burning sensation, get medical

attention immediately.

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For best battery service

Battery capacity label

Example

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• Keep the battery securely mounted.

The actual battery label in the vehicle

may differ from the illustration.

• Keep the battery top clean and dry.

1. CMF60L-BCI : The HYUNDAI model

• Keep the terminals and connections

name of battery

clean, tight, and coated with

petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

12V : The nominal voltage

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the

3. 60Ah(20HR) : The nominal capacity

battery immediately with a solution of

(in Ampere hours)

water and baking soda.

4. 92RC : The nominal reserve capacity

• If the vehicle is not going to be used

(in min.)

for an extended time, disconnect the

5. 550CCA : The cold-test current in

battery cables.

amperes by SAE

6. 440A : The cold-test current in

amperes by EN

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Maintenance

Battery recharging

WARNING

By battery charger

Always follow these instructions when

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,

recharging your vehicle’s battery to

calcium-based battery.

avoid the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or

Recharge your battery using a modern

DEATH from explosions or acid burns:

automatic regulated battery charger at

•

Before performing maintenance or

the AGM battery setting.

recharging the battery, turn off all

accessories and stop the engine.

•

Keep all flames, sparks, or smoking

materials away from the battery.

•

Always work outdoors or in an area

with plenty of ventilation.

•

Wear eye protection when checking

the battery during charging.

•

The battery must be removed from

the vehicle and placed in a well

ventilated area.

•

The negative battery cable must

be removed first and installed last

when the battery is disconnected.

Disconnect the battery charger in the

following order:

1. Turn off the battery charger main

switch.

2. Unhook the negative clamp from

the negative battery terminal.

3. Unhook the positive clamp from

the positive battery terminal.

•

We recommend that you use

batteries for replacement from an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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NOTICE

By jump starting

AGM battery (if equipped)

After a jump start from a good battery,

drive the vehicle for 20-30 minutes

•

Absorbent Glass Matt (AGM)

before it is shutoff. The vehicle may

batteries are maintenance-free

not restart if you shut it off before the

and we recommend that the AGM

battery had a chance to adequately

battery be serviced by an authorized

recharge. See “Jump Starting” in chapter

HYUNDAI dealer. For charging

8 for more information on jump starting

your AGM battery, use only fully

procedures.

automatic battery chargers that

are specially developed for AGM

batteries.

Information

•

When replacing the AGM battery,

An inappropriately disposed

we recommend that you use parts

battery can be harmful to the

for replacement from an authorized

environment and human health.

HYUNDAI dealer.

Dispose of the battery according

to your local law(s) or regulation.

Reset items

The following items may need to be reset

after the battery has been discharged or

the battery has been disconnected.

• Auto up/down window (see chapter 5)

• Sunroof (see chapter 5)

• Trip computer (see chapter 5)

• Climate control system (see chapter 5)

• Clock (see chapter 5)

• Infotainment system (see

infotainment system manual)

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Maintenance

tirEs anD wHEELs

Tire care

WARNING

For proper maintenance, safety, and

Tire failure may cause loss of vehicle

maximum fuel economy, you must

control resulting in an accident. To

always maintain recommended tire

reduce risk of SERIOUS INJURY or

inflation pressures and stay within the

DEATH, take the following precautions:

load limits and weight distribution

•

Inspect your tires monthly for proper

recommended for your vehicle.

inflation as well as wear and damage.

•

The recommended cold tire pressure

for your vehicle can be found in this

manual and on the tire label located

on the driver’s side center pillar.

Always use a tire pressure gauge to

measure tire pressure. Tires with

too much or too little pressure wear

unevenly causing poor handling.

•

Check the pressure of the spare

every time you check the pressure of

the other tires on your vehicle.

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•

Replace tires that are worn, show

All specifications (sizes and pressures)

uneven wear, or are damaged.

can be found on a label attached to the

Worn tires can cause loss of braking

driver’s side center pillar.

effectiveness, steering control, or

traction.

Recommended cold tire inflation

•

ALWAYS replace tires with the

pressures

same size, type, construction and

All tire pressures (including the spare)

tread pattern as each tire that was

should be checked when the tires are

originally supplied with this vehicle.

cold. “Cold tires” means the vehicle has

Using tires and wheels other than

not been driven for at least three hours

the recommended sizes could cause

or driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile).

unusual handling characteristics,

poor vehicle control, or negatively

Warm tires normally exceed

affect your vehicle’s Anti-Lock Brake

recommended cold tire pressures by 4

System (ABS) resulting in a serious

to 6 psi (28 to 41 kPa). Do not release air

accident.

from warm tires to adjust the pressure

or the tires will be under-inflated. For

recommended inflation pressure, refer to

“Tire and Wheels” section in chapter 2.

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Check tire inflation pressure

WARNING

Check your tires, including the spare tire,

Recommended pressures must be

once a month or more.

maintained for the best ride, vehicle

handling, and minimum tire wear.

How to check

Over-inflation or under-inflation can

Use a good quality tire pressure gauge

reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle

handling, and lead to sudden tire failure

to check tire pressure. You can not tell

if your tires are properly inflated simply

that could result in loss of vehicle

control resulting in an accident.

by looking at them. Radial tires may look

properly inflated when they are under-

Severe under-inflation can lead to

inflated.

severe heat build-up, causing blowouts,

Remove the valve cap from the tire valve

tread separation and other tire failures

that can result in the loss of vehicle

stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the

valve to get a pressure measurement. If

control resulting in an accident. This

risk is much higher on hot days and

the cold tire inflation pressure matches

the recommended pressure on the

when driving for long periods at high

speeds.

tire and loading information label, no

further adjustment is necessary. If the

pressure is low, add air until you reach

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the recommended pressure. Make sure

to put the valve caps back on the valve

• Under-inflation results in excessive

stems. Without the valve cap, dirt or

wear, poor handling and reduced

moisture could get into the valve core

fuel economy. Wheel deformation

and cause air leakage. If a valve cap is

is also possible. Keep your tire

missing, install a new one as soon as

pressures at the proper levels. If a

possible.

tire frequently needs refilling, we

recommend it be checked by an

If you overfill the tire, release air by

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

pushing on the metal stem in the

center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire

• Over-inflation produces a harsh ride,

pressure with the tire gauge. Be sure

excessive wear at the center of the

to put the valve caps back on the valve

tire tread, and a greater possibility of

stems. Without the valve cap, dirt or

damage from road hazards.

moisture could get into the valve core

and cause air leakage. If a valve cap is

missing, install a new one as soon as

possible.

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Maintenance

Tire rotation

Information

To equalize tread wear, HYUNDAI

Tires that are asymmetrical or directional

recommends that the tires be rotated

can only be installed on the wheel in

according to the maintenance schedule

one direction. The outside and inside

or sooner if irregular wear develops.

of an asymmetrical tire is not easily

During rotation, check the tires for

distinguishable. Pay careful attention to

correct balance.

the markings on the sidewalls of the tires,

When rotating tires, check for uneven

noting the “outside” marking and also the

rotating direction before installing them

wear and damage. Abnormal wear is

usually caused by incorrect tire pressure,

on the vehicle.

improper wheel alignment, out-of-

balance wheels, severe braking or severe

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cornering. Look for bumps or bulges in

the tread or side of the tire. Replace the

• Do not use the compact spare tire for

tire if you find any of these conditions.

tire rotation.

Replace the tire if fabric or cord is visible.

• Do not mix bias ply and radial ply

After rotation, be sure to bring the front

tires under any circumstances.

and rear tire pressures to specification

This may cause unusual handling

and check wheel bolt tightness (proper

characteristics that may cause loss

torque is 11~13 kgf.m [79~94 lbf.ft]).

of vehicle control resulting in an

accident.

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Disc brake pads should be inspected for

wear whenever tires are rotated.

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Wheel alignment and tire

WARNING

balance

To reduce the risk of DEATH or SERIOUS

The wheels on your vehicle were aligned

INJURY:

and balanced carefully at the factory to

•

Replace tires that are worn, show

give you the longest tire life and best

uneven wear, or are damaged.

overall performance.

Worn tires can cause loss of braking

In most cases, you will not need to have

effectiveness, steering control, and

your wheels aligned again. However,

traction.

if you notice unusual tire wear or your

•

Always replace tires with the same

vehicle pulling one way or the other, the

size as each tire that was originally

alignment may need to be reset.

supplied with this vehicle. Using

If you notice your vehicle vibrating when

tires and wheels other than the

driving on a smooth road, your wheels

recommended sizes could cause

may need to be rebalanced.

unusual handling characteristics,

poor vehicle control, or negatively

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affect your vehicle’s Anti-Lock Brake

System (ABS) resulting in a serious

Incorrect wheel weights can damage

accident.

your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use

•

When replacing tires (or wheels), it

only approved wheel weights.

is recommended to replace the two

front or two rear tires (or wheels)

Tire replacement

as a pair. Replacing just one tire

can seriously affect your vehicle’s

handling.

•

Tires degrade over time, even when

they are not being used. Regardless

of the remaining tread, HYUNDAI

recommends that tires be replaced

after six (6) years of normal service.

•

Heat caused by hot climates or

frequent high loading conditions can

accelerate the aging process. Failure

to follow this warning may cause

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sudden tire failure, which could lead

[A] : Tread wear indicator

to a loss of vehicle control resulting

in an accident.

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear

indicator will appear as a solid band

across the tread. This shows there is less

than 1/16 inch (1.6mm) of tread left on the

tire. Replace the tire when this happens.

Do not wait for the band to appear across

the entire tread before replacing the tire.

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Maintenance

Compact spare tire replacement

Wheel replacement

(if equipped)

When replacing the metal wheels for any

A compact spare tire has a shorter

reason, make sure the new wheels are

tread life than a regular size tire.

equivalent to the original factory units in

Replace it when you can see the tread

diameter, rim width and offset.

wear indicator bars on the tire. The

replacement compact spare tire should

Tire traction

be the same size and design tire as the

Tire traction can be reduced if you drive

one provided with your new vehicle

on worn tires, tires that are improperly

and should be mounted on the same

inflated or on slippery road surfaces.

compact spare tire wheel. The compact

Tires should be replaced when tread

spare tire is not designed to be mounted

wear indicators appear. To reduce the

on a regular size wheel, and the compact

possibility of losing control, slow down

spare tire wheel is not designed for

whenever there is rain, snow or ice on

mounting a regular size tire.

the road.

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Tire maintenance

The original tire should be repaired or

In addition to proper inflation, correct

replaced as soon as possible to avoid

wheel alignment helps to decrease tire

failure of the spare and loss of vehicle

wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly,

control resulting in an accident. The

have your dealer check the wheel

compact spare tire is for emergency

alignment.

use only. Do not operate your vehicle

When you have new tires installed,

over 80 km/h (50 mph) when using the

make sure they are balanced. This will

compact spare tire.

increase vehicle ride comfort and tire

life. Additionally, a tire should always

be rebalanced if it is removed from the

wheel.

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Tire sidewall labeling

Example tire size designation:

This information identifies and describes

(These numbers are provided as an

the fundamental characteristics of

example only; your tire size designator

the tire and also provides the tire

could vary depending on your vehicle.)

identification number (TIN) for safety

205/60R16 92H

standard certification. The TIN can be

used to identify the tire in case of a

205 - Tire width in millimeters.

recall.

60 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section

height as a percentage of its width.

5, 6

R - Tire construction code (Radial).

16 - Rim diameter in inches.

92 - Load Index, a numerical code

associated with the maximum load

the tire can carry.

H - Speed Rating Symbol. See the

speed rating chart in this section for

additional information.

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Wheel size designation

1. Manufacturer or brand name

Wheels are also marked with important

information that you need if you ever

Manufacturer or brand name is shown.

have to replace one. The following

explains what the letters and numbers in

2. Tire size designation

the wheel size designation mean.

A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire

Example wheel size designation:

size designation. You will need this

6.5J x 16

information when selecting replacement

tires for your car. The following explains

6.5 - Rim width in inches.

what the letters and numbers in the tire

J - Rim contour designation.

size designation mean.

16 - Rim diameter in inches.

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Maintenance

Tire speed ratings

4. Tire ply composition and material

The chart below lists many of the

The number of layers or plies of

different speed ratings currently being

rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire

used for passenger vehicle tires. The

manufacturers also must indicate the

speed rating is part of the tire size

materials in the tire, which include steel,

designation on the sidewall of the tire.

nylon, polyester, and others. The letter

This symbol corresponds to that tire’s

“R” means radial ply construction; the

designed maximum safe operating

letter “D“ means diagonal or bias ply

speed.

construction; and the letter “B” means

belted-bias ply construction.

Speed Rating

Maximum Speed

Symbol

5. Maximum permissible inflation

180 km/h (112 mph)

pressure

190 km/h (118 mph)

This number is the greatest amount

of air pressure that should be put in

210 km/h (130 mph)

the tire. Do not exceed the maximum

240 km/h (149 mph)

permissible inflation pressure. Refer to

270 km/h (168 mph)

the Tire and Loading Information label

for recommended inflation pressure.

300 km/h (186 mph)

3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire

6. Maximum load rating

Identification Number)

This number indicates the maximum

Any tires that are over six years old,

load in kilograms and pounds that can be

based on the manufacturing date,

carried by the tire. When replacing the

(including the spare tire) should be

tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that

replaced by new ones. You can find the

has the same load rating as the factory

manufacturing date on the tire sidewall

installed tire.

(possibly on the inside of the wheel),

displaying the DOT Code. The DOT Code

is a series of numbers on a tire consisting

of numbers and English letters. The

manufacturing date is designated by the

last four digits (characters) of the DOT

code.

DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO

The front part of the DOT shows a plant

code number, tire size and tread pattern

and the last four numbers indicate week

and year manufactured.

For example:

DOT XXXX XXXX 1521 represents that the

tire was produced in the 15th week of

2021.

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7. Uniform tire quality grading

Traction - AA, A, B & C

Quality grades can be found where

The traction grades, from highest to

applicable on the tire sidewall between

lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades

tread shoulder and maximum section

represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet

width.

pavement as measured under controlled

conditions on specified government

For example:

test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.

TREADWEAR 200

A tire marked C may have poor traction

TRACTION AA

performance.

TEMPERATURE A

WARNING

Tread wear

The traction grade assigned to this

The tread wear grade is a comparative

tire is based on straight ahead braking

rating based on the wear rate of the tire

traction tests, and does not include

when tested under controlled conditions

acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning,

on a specified government test course.

or peak traction characteristics.

For example, a tire graded 150 would

wear one-and-a-half times (1½) as well

Temperature - A, B & C

on the government course as a tire

graded 100.

The temperature grades are A (the

highest), B and C representing the tire’s

The relative performance of tires

resistance to the generation of heat

depends upon the actual conditions

and its ability to dissipate heat when

of their use, however, and may depart

tested under controlled conditions on a

significantly from the norm due to

specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

variations in driving habits, service

practices and differences in road

Sustained high temperature can cause

characteristics and climate.

the material of the tire to degenerate

and reduce tire life, and excessive

These grades are molded on the

temperature can lead to sudden tire

sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires. The

failure. Grades B and A represent higher

tires available as standard or optional

levels of performance on the laboratory

equipment on your vehicle may vary with

test wheel than the minimum required

respect to grade.

by law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is

established for a tire that is properly

inflated and not overloaded. Excessive

speed, under-inflation, over-inflation,

or excessive loading, either separately

or in combination, can cause heat build-

up and possible sudden tire failure.

This may cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident.

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Maintenance

Tire Terminology and Definitions

DOT Markings

The DOT code includes the Tire

Air Pressure

Identification Number (TIN), an

The amount of air inside the tire

alphanumeric designator which can

pressing outward on the tire. Air

also identify the tire manufacturer,

pressure is expressed in kilopascal

production plant, brand and date of

(kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi).

production.

Accessory Weight

GVWR

This means the combined weight

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

of optional accessories. Some

examples of optional accessories

GAWR FRT

are automatic transmission, power

Gross Axle Weight Rating for the

seats, and air conditioning.

Front Axle.

Aspect Ratio

GAWR RR

The relationship of a tire’s height to

Gross Axle Weight Rating for the

its width.

Rear axle.

Belt

Intended Outboard Sidewall

A rubber coated layer of cords that

The side of an asymmetrical tire,

is located between the plies and the

that must always face outward when

tread. Cords may be made from steel

mounted on a vehicle.

or other reinforcing materials.

Kilopascal (kPa)

Bead

The metric unit for air pressure.

The tire bead contains steel wires

wrapped by steel cords that hold the

Light truck (LT) tire

tire onto the rim.

A tire designated by its manufacturer

as primarily intended for use on

Bias Ply Tire

lightweight trucks or multipurpose

A pneumatic tire in which the plies

passenger vehicles.

are laid at alternate angles less than

90 degrees to the centerline of the

Load ratings

tread.

The maximum load that a tire is rated

to carry for a given inflation pressure.

Cold Tire Pressure

The amount of air pressure in a tire,

Load Index

measured in kilopascals (kPa) or

An assigned number ranging from 1

pounds per square inch (psi) before a

to 279 that corresponds to the load

tire has built up heat from driving.

carrying capacity of a tire.

Curb Weight

This means the weight of a motor

vehicle with standard and optional

equipment including the maximum

capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but

without passengers and cargo.

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Maximum Inflation Pressure

Pneumatic tire

The maximum air pressure to which

A mechanical device made of rubber,

a cold tire may be inflated. The

chemicals, fabric and steel or other

maximum air pressure is molded

materials, that, when mounted on

onto the sidewall.

an automotive wheel provides the

traction and contains the gas or fluid

Maximum Load Rating

that sustains the load.

The load rating for a tire at the

Pneumatic options weight

maximum permissible inflation

pressure for that tire.

The combined weight of installed

regular production options weighing

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight

over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of the

standard items which they replace,

The sum of curb weight; accessory

not previously considered in

weight; vehicle capacity weight; and

curb weight or accessory weight,

production options weight.

including heavy duty breaks, ride

levelers, roof rack, heavy duty

Normal Occupant Weight

battery, and special trim.

The number of occupants a vehicle is

designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg

Recommended Inflation Pressure

(150 pounds).

Vehicle manufacturer’s

recommended tire inflation pressure

Occupant Distribution

as shown on the tire placard.

Designated seating positions.

Radial Ply Tire

Outward Facing Sidewall

A pneumatic tire in which the ply

An asymmetrical tire has a particular

cords that extend to the beads are

side that faces outward when

laid at 90 degrees to the centerline

mounted on a vehicle. The outward

of the tread.

facing sidewall bears white lettering

or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or

Rim

model name molding that is higher

A metal support for a tire and upon

or deeper than the same moldings

which the tire beads are seated.

on the inner facing sidewall.

Sidewall

Passenger (P-Metric) tire

The portion of a tire between the

A tire used on passenger cars

tread and the bead.

and some light duty trucks and

multipurpose vehicles.

Speed Rating

Ply

An alphanumeric code assigned to a

tire indicating the maximum speed

A layer of rubber-coated parallel

at which a tire can operate.

cords.

Traction

The friction between the tire and

the road surface. The amount of grip

provided.

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Maintenance

Tread

All Season Tires

The portion of a tire that comes into

HYUNDAI specifies all season

contact with the road.

tires on some models to provide

good performance for use all year

Treadwear Indicators

round, including snowy and icy

Narrow bands, sometimes called

road conditions. All season tires

are identified by ALL SEASON and/

“wear bars”, that show across the

tread of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/16

or M+S (Mud and Snow) on the tire

sidewall. Snow tires have better

inch) of tread remains.

snow traction than all season tires

and may be more appropriate in

UTQGS

some areas.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards is a tire information

Summer Tires

system that provides consumers

with ratings for a tire’s traction,

HYUNDAI specifies summer tires on

temperature and treadwear.

some models to provide superior

Ratings are determined by tire

performance on dry roads. Summer

manufacturers using government

tire performance is substantially

testing procedures. The ratings are

reduced in snow and ice. Summer

molded into the sidewall of the tire.

tires do not have the tire traction

rating M+S (Mud and Snow) on

the tire side wall. If you plan to

Vehicle Capacity Weight

operate your vehicle in snowy or icy

The number of designated seating

conditions, HYUNDAI recommends

positions multiplied by 68 kg (150

the use of snow tires or all season

lbs.) plus the rated cargo and

tires on all four wheels.

luggage load.

Snow Tires

Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire

If you equip your car with snow

Load on an individual tire due to curb

tires, they should be the same size

and accessory weight plus maximum

and have the same load capacity as

occupant and cargo weight.

the original tires. Snow tires should

be installed on all four wheels;

Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire

otherwise, poor handling may result.

Load on an individual tire that is

Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4 psi)

determined by distributing to each

more air pressure than the pressure

axle its share of the curb weight,

recommended for the standard

accessory weight, and normal

tires on the tire label on the driver’s

occupant weight and dividing by 2.

side of the center pillar, or up to the

maximum pressure shown on the tire

Vehicle Placard

sidewall, whichever is less. Do not

drive faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)

A label permanently attached

to a vehicle showing the

when your vehicle is equipped with

snow tires.

original equipment tire size and

recommended inflation pressure.

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Radial-Ply Tires

Low aspect ratio tires

Radial-ply tires provide improved

(if equipped)

tread life, road hazard resistance

The aspect ratio is lower than 50 on low

and smoother high speed ride. The

aspect ratio tires.

radial-ply tires used on this vehicle

Because low aspect ratio tires are

are of belted construction, and are

optimized for handling and braking, their

selected to complement the ride

sidewall is a little stiffer than a standard

and handling characteristics of your

tire. Also low aspect ratio tires tend to be

vehicle.

wider and consequently have a greater

Radial-ply tires have the same load

contact patch with the road surface. In

carrying capacity, as bias-ply or

some instances they may generate more

bias belted tires of the same size,

road noise compared with standard tires.

and use the same recommended

inflation pressure. Mixing of radial-

ply tires with bias-ply or bias belted

CAUTION

tires is not recommended. Any

The side wall of a low aspect ratio

combinations of radial-ply and bias-

tire is shorter than the normal one.

ply or bias belted tires when used

Thus, the low-aspect wheel and tire

on the same vehicle will seriously

are easily damaged. Follow the below

deteriorate vehicle handling. The

instructions.

best rule to follow is: Identical pairs

•

When driving on a rough road or

of radial-ply tires should always be

driving off a road, be careful not to

used as a set for the front tires and a

damage the tires and wheels. After

set for the rear tires.

driving, inspect the tires and wheels.

Longer wearing tires can be more

•

When passing over a pothole, speed

susceptible to irregular tread wear.

bump, manhole, or curb stone,

It is very important to follow the tire

drive the vehicle slowly so as not to

rotation interval in this chapter to

damage the tires and wheels.

achieve the tread life potential of

these tires. Cuts and punctures in

•

When there is an impact on a tire,

radial-ply tires are repairable only in

inspect the tire condition. Or, you

the tread area, because of sidewall

can contact an authorized HYUNDAI

flexing. Consult your tire dealer for

dealer.

radial-ply tire repairs.

•

Inspect the tire condition and

pressure every 3,000 km (1,800

miles) to prevent tire damage.

WARNING

•

It is difficult to recognize a tire

Do not mix bias ply and radial ply

damage only with your eyes. When

tires under any circumstances.

there is a slight hint of a tire damage,

This may cause unusual handling

check and replace the tire to prevent

characteristics that may cause loss

the damage caused by air leakage.

of vehicle control resulting in an

•

When a tire is damaged while

accident.

driving on a rough road, off a road,

or over obstacles, such as a pothole,

manhole, or curb stone, your

warranty does not cover the damage.

•

The tire information is specified on

the tire side wall.

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Maintenance

fUsEs

Blade type

A vehicle’s electrical system is protected

from electrical overload damage by

fuses.

This vehicle has 5 fuse panels, one

located in the driver’s side panel bolster,

the other in the engine compartment.

If any of your vehicle’s lights,

Cartridge type

accessories, or controls do not work,

check the appropriate circuit fuse. If a

fuse has blown, the element inside the

fuse will be melted or broken.

If the electrical system does not work,

first check the driver’s side fuse panel.

Before replacing a blown fuse, turn the

Multi fuse

engine and all switches off, and then

disconnect the negative battery cable.

Always replace a blown fuse with one of

the same rating.

If the replacement fuse blows, this

indicates an electrical problem.

Avoid using the system involved. We

recommend that you immediately

consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING

NEVER replace a fuse with anything but

another fuse of the same rating.

• A higher capacity fuse could cause

damage and possibly cause a fire.

OLF074075

• Do not install a wire or aluminum

foil instead of the proper fuse -

even as a temporary repair. It may

cause extensive wiring damage and

possibly a fire.

NOTICE

Do not use a screwdriver or any other

metal object to remove fuses because

it may cause a short circuit and damage

the system.

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Instrument panel fuse

replacement

Driver’s side

OOS090030L

5. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.

Use the removal tool (1) provided in

OOS077028

the engine compartment fuses panel

1. Turn the vehicle off.

cover.

2. Turn all other switches off.

6. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

3. Open the fuse panel cover.

it is blown. Spare fuses are provided in

the instrument panel fuse panels (or in

4. Refer to the label on the inside of

the engine compartment fuse panel).

the fuse panel cover to locate the

suspected fuse location.

7. Push in a new fuse of the same

rating, and make sure it fits tightly in

the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

In an emergency, if you do not have

a spare fuse, use a fuse of the same

rating from a circuit you may not need

for operating the vehicle, such as the

cigarette lighter fuse.

If the headlamps or other electrical

components do not work and the fuses

are undamaged, check the fuse panel

in the engine compartment. If a fuse is

blown, it must be replaced with the same

rating.

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Maintenance

Fuse switch

Engine compartment panel fuse

replacement

Blade fuse / Cartridge fuse

Blade type fuse

OOS077027

Always, place the fuse switch to the ON

position.

OOS090031L

If you move the switch to the OFF

Cartridge type fuse

position, some items such as the audio

system and digital clock must be reset

and the smart key may not work properly.

Information

OOS090032L

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Turn all other switches off.

3. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tap and pulling up.

4. Check the removed fuse; replace it

OPDE046119

if it is blown. To remove or insert the

fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine

If the fuse switch is OFF, “Turn on FUSE

SWITCH” message will appear. (if

compartment fuse panel.

equipped)

5. Push in a new fuse of the same

rating, and make sure it fits tightly in

the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an

NOTICE

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

• Always place the fuse switch in the

ON position while driving the vehicle.

NOTICE

• Do not move the transportation fuse

After checking the fuse panel in the

switch repeatedly. The fuse switch may

be damaged.

engine compartment, securely install

the fuse panel cover. You may hear a

clicking sound if the cover is securely

latched. If it is not securely latched,

electrical failure may occur from water

contact.

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Main fuse

Multi fuse

OOS077022

OOS077023

If the main fuse is blown, it must be

If the multi fuse is blown, it must be

removed as follows:

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Disconnect the negative battery

cable.

3. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tab and pulling it up.

4. pressing the tab and pulling it up.

Remove the nuts shown in the picture

4. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

above.

5. Replace the fuse with a new one of

the same rating.

6. Reinstall in the reverse order of

removal.

Information

If the main fuse is blown, consult an

If the multi fuse is blown, consult an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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