2016 Hyundai Creta tires

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Maintenance
7
Maintenance
­Engine­compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance­services ...........................................7-5Owner's responsibility ......................................................7-5
Owner maintenance precautions ................................7-5
Owner­maintenance ...............................................7-8 Owner maintenance schedule ......................................7-8
Scheduled­maintenance­service ........................7-10
Explanation­of­scheduled­maintenance­items ..7-28
Engine­oil ..............................................................7-32 Checking the engine oil level ....................................7-32
Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................7-33
Engine­coolant......................................................7-34 Checking the coolant level ...........................................7-34
Recommended engine coolant.....................................7-36
Changing the coolant .....................................................7-36
Brake/clutch­fluid ................................................7-37 Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................7-37
Washer­fluid .........................................................7-39 Checking the washer fluid level ..................................7-39
Parking­brake .......................................................7-39 Checking the parking brake .........................................7-39
Fuel­filter­(For­Diesel) ........................................7-40 Draining water from fuel filter ....................................7-40
Extracting air from the fuel filter ..............................7-40 Air­cleaner ............................................................7-41
Filter replacement ........................................................7-41
Climate­control­air­filter .....................................7-42 Filter inspection ...............................................................7-42
Filter replacement ...........................................................7-42
Wiper­blades .........................................................7-44 Blade inspection ..............................................................7-44
Blade replacement ..........................................................7-44
Battery...................................................................7-47 For best battery service................................................7-47
Battery capacity label ....................................................7-49
Battery recharging .........................................................7-49
Reset items .......................................................................7-50
Tires­and­wheels ..................................................7-51 Tire care ............................................................................7-51
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures.............7-51
Checking tire inflation pressure ..................................7-53
Tire rotation .....................................................................7-54
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-55
Tire replacement .............................................................7-55
Wheel replacement ........................................................7-56
Tire traction ......................................................................7-57
Tire maintenance ...........................................................7-57
Tire sidewall labeling ......................................................7-57
Low aspect ratio tire ......................................................7-61
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Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per
formed at the frequencies indicated
to help ensure safe, dependable
operation of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used. Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in coolantreservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level.
• Look for low or underinflated tires.
• Check the radiator and condenser. Check if the front of the radiator
and condenser are clean and not
blocked with leaves, dirt or insectsetc.
If any of the above par ts areextremely dirty or you are not sure
of their condition, we recommend
that you contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
While operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer
ing effort or looseness in the steer
ing wheel, or change in its straight
ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or "pulls" to one side
when traveling on smooth, levelroad.
• When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or "hardtopush" brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
• Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure. This could cause burns
or other serious injury.
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
• Check the coolant level in theengine coolant reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash
ers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
• Check the radiator, heater and airconditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
• Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean
wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
• Check the headlight alignment.
• Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
• Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
• Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year:
• Clean the body and door drainholes.
• Lubricate the door hinges and checks, and hood hinges.
• Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
• Lubricate the door rubber weather strips.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake/clutch fluid level.

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Maintenance
TIRES ANd WhEElS
Tire care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
Recommended cold tire inflation
pressures
All tire pressures (including the
spare) should be checked when the
tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the
vehicle has not been driven for at
least three hours or driven less than
1.6 km (one mile).
Recommended pressures must be
maintained for the best ride, top vehi
cle handling, and minimum tire wear.
For recommended inflation pressure,
refer to “Tire and wheels” in chapter
8.All specifications (sizes and pres
sures) can be found on a labelattached to the vehicle.
Tire underinflation
Severe underinflation (70 kPa (10
psi) or more) can lead to severe
heat buildup, causing blowouts,
tread separation and other tire fail
ures that can result in the loss of
vehicle control leading to severe
injury or death. This risk is much
higher on hot days and when driv
ing for long periods at high
speeds.
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•Underinflation also results in
excessive wear, poor handling and
reduced fuel economy. Wheel
deformation also is possible. Keep
your tire pressures at the proper
levels. If a tire frequently needs
refilling, we recommend that the
system be checked by an author
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
•Overinflation produces a harsh
ride, excessive wear at the center
of the tire tread, and a greater pos
sibility of damage from road haz
ards.
•Warm tires normally exceed rec
ommended cold tire pressures by
28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do not
release air from warm tires to
adjust the pressure or the tires will
be underinflated.
•Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation
valve caps. Without the valve cap,
dirt or 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.
Tire pressure
Always observe the following:
•Check tire pressure when the tires
are cold. (After vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or
hasn't been driven more than 1.6
km (one mile) since startup.)
•Check the pressure of your spare
tire each time you check the pres
sure of other tires.
•Never overload your vehicle. Be
careful not to overload a vehicle
luggage rack if your vehicle is
equipped with one.
•Worn, old tires can cause acci
dents. If your tread is badly worn,
or if your tires have been dam
aged, replace them.
NOTICENOTICENOTICE
Tire Inflation
Overinflation or underinflation can
reduce tire life, adversely affect
vehicle handling, and lead to sud
den tire failure. This could result in
loss of vehicle control and poten
tial injury.
WARNING

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Maintenance
Checking tire inflation pressure
Check your tires once a month or
more.
Also, check the tire pressure of the
spare tire.
How to check
Use a good quality gage to check tire
pressure. You can not tell if your tires
are properly inflated simply by look
ing at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they're
underinflated.
Check the tire's inflation pressure
when the tires are cold. "Cold"
means your vehicle has been sitting
for at least three hours or driven no
more than 1.6 km (1 mile).Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve stem. Press the tire gage firm
ly onto the valve to get a pressure
measurement. If the cold tire inflation
pressure matches the recommended
pressure on the tire and loading
information label, no further adjust
ment is necessary. If the pressure is
low, add air until you reach the rec
ommended amount.
If you overfill the tire, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the
center of the tire valve. Recheck the
tire pressure with the tire gage. Be
sure to put the valve caps back on
the valve stems. They help prevent
leaks by keeping out dirt and mois
ture.
•Inspect your tires frequently for
proper inflation as well as wear
and damage. Always use a tire
pressure gauge.
•Tires with too much or too little
pressure wear unevenly causing
poor handling, loss of vehicle
control, and sudden tire failure
leading to accidents, injuries,
and even death. The recom
mended cold tire pressure for
your vehicle can be found in this
manual and on the tire label
located on the driver's side cen
ter pillar.
•Worn tires can cause accidents.
Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are dam
aged.
•Remember to check the pres
sure of your spare tire.
HYUNDAI recommends that you
check the spare every time you
check the pressure of the other
tires on your vehicle.
WARNING

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Maintenance
Tire rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recom
mended that the tires be rotated
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire pres
sure, improper wheel alignment, out
ofbalance wheels, severe braking or
severe cornering. Look for bumps or
bulges in the tread or side of tire.
Replace the tire if you find either of
these conditions. Replace the tire if
fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,
be sure to bring the front and rear tire
pressures to specification and check
lug nut tightness.
Refer to “Tire and wheels” in chapter
8.Disc brake pads should be inspected
for wear whenever tires are rotated.
Information
Rotate radial tires that have an asym
metric tread pattern only from front
to rear and not from right to left.i
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Without a spare tire
With a fullsize spare tire (if equipped)
Directional tires (if equipped)
•Do not use the compact spare
tire for tire rotation.
•Do not mix bias ply and radial
ply tires under any circum
stances. This may cause unusu
al handling characteristics that
could result in death, severe
injury, or property damage.
WARNING

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Maintenance
Wheel alignment and tire bal
ance
The wheels on your vehicle were
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need
to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use
only approved wheel weights.
Tire replacement
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 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) 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 replac
ing the tire.
When replacing the tires, recheck
and tighten the wheel nuts after driv
ing about 1,000 km (620 miles). If the
steering wheel shakes or the vehicle
vibrates while driving, the tire is out
of balance. Align the tire balance. If
the problem is not solved, we recom
mend that you contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE
NOTICE
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