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Check Tire Inflation Pressure
Check your tires, including the spare
tire, once a month or more.
How to check
Use a good quality tire pressure
gauge to check tire pressure. You
can not tell if your tires are properly
inflated simply by looking at them.
Radial tires may look properly inflat-
ed when they are under-inflated.
Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve stem. Press the tire gauge 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 pressure. Make sure to
put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. 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.
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 gauge. Be
sure to put the valve caps back on
the valve stems. 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 Rotation
To equalize tread wear, Genesis
Brand recommends that the tires be
rotated every 7,500 miles (12,000
km) or sooner if irregular wear devel-
ops.
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-
of-balance 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 (proper torque is
79~94 lbf·ft [11~13 kgf·m]).
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4. Tire ply composition andmaterial
The number of layers or plies of rub-
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tire, which include
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
The letter "R" means radial ply con-
struction; the letter "D" means diago-
nal or bias ply construction; and the
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
struction.
5. Maximum permissible infla-tion pressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
to the Tire and Loading Information
label for recommended inflation
pressure.
6. Maximum load rating
This number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that
can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
always use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.
7. Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maxi-
mum section width.
For example:
TREAD wear 200
TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times (1½) as well on the gov-
ernment course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
These grades are molded on the
sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires.
The tires available as standard or
optional equipment on your vehicle
may vary with respect to grade.
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Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
ples of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height to
its width.
Belt
A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from steel
or other reinforcing materials.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires
wrapped by steel cords that hold the
tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
The amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
has built up heat from driving.
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.
DOT Markings
A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.
GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Front Axle.
GAWR RR
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
Rear axle.
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Vehicle Capacity Weight
The number of designated seating
positions multiplied by 150 lbs. (68
kg) plus the rated cargo and luggage
load.
Vehicle Maximum Load on theTire
Load on an individual tire due to curb
and accessory weight plus maximum
occupant and cargo weight.
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight and dividing by 2.
Vehicle Placard
A label permanently attached to a
vehicle showing the original equip-
ment tire size and recommended
inflation pressure.
All Season Tires
Genesis Brand 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 iden-
tified by ALL SEASON and/or M+S
(Mud and Snow) on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction
than all season tires and may be
more appropriate in some areas.
Summer Tires
Genesis Brand specifies summer
tires on some models to provide
superior performance on dry roads.
Summer tire performance is sub-
stantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire
traction rating M+S (Mud and Snow)
on the tire side wall. If you plan to
operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
conditions, Genesis Brand recom-
mends the use of snow tires or all
season tires on all four wheels.
Snow Tires
If you equip your car with snow tires,
they should be the same size and
have the same load capacity as the
original tires. Snow tires should be
installed on all four wheels; other-
wise, poor handling may result. Snow
tires should carry 4 psi (28 kPa)
more air pressure than the pressure
recommended for the standard tires
on the tire label on the driver’s side of
the center pillar, or up to the maxi-
mum pressure shown on the tire
sidewall, whichever is less. Do not
drive faster than 75 mph (120 km/h)
when your vehicle is equipped with
snow tires.
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Radial-Ply Tires
Radial-ply tires provide improved
tread life, road hazard resistance and
smoother high speed ride. The radi-
al-ply tires used on this vehicle are of
belted construction, and are selected
to complement the ride and handling
characteristics of your vehicle.
Radial-ply tires have the same load
carrying capacity, as bias-ply or bias
belted tires of the same size, and use
the same recommended inflation
pressure. Mixing of radial-ply tires
with bias-ply or bias belted tires is
not recommended. Any combina-
tions of radial-ply and bias-ply or bias
belted tires when used on the same
vehicle will seriously deteriorate
vehicle handling. The best rule to fol-
low is: Identical pairs of radial-ply
tires should always be used as a set
for the front tires and a set for the
rear tires.
Longer wearing tires can be more
susceptible to irregular tread wear. It
is very important to follow the tire
rotation interval in this chapter to
achieve the tread life potential of
these tires. Cuts and punctures in
radial-ply tires are repairable only in
the tread area, because of sidewall
flexing. Consult your tire dealer for
radial-ply tire repairs.
Low Aspect Ratio Tires
Low aspect ratio tires, the aspect
ratio is lower than 50, are provided
for sporty looks.
Because low aspect ratio tires are
optimized for handling and braking,
their sidewall is a little stiffer than a
standard tire. Also low aspect ratio
tires tend to be wider and conse-
quently have a greater contact patch
with the road surface. In some
instances they may generate more
road noise compared with standard
tires.
Because the sidewall of a low
aspect ratio tire is shorter than a
standard tire, the rim of the wheel
and the tire itself is more easily
susceptible to damage. Use cau-
tion when driving and follow the
guidelines below to help minimize
damage to the wheel and tire:
- When driving on a rough road oroff road, drive cautiously because
tires and wheels may be dam-
aged. And after driving, inspect
tires and wheels.
- When passing over a pothole, speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive slowly so that the
tires and wheels are not dam-
aged.
- If the tire is subjected to a severe impact, have the tire and wheel
inspected by an authorized Dealer
of Genesis Brand Products.
- Inspect the tire condition and pres- sure every 1,800 miles (3,000km).
NOTICE
Do not mix bias ply and radial
ply tires under any circum-
stances. This may cause unusu-
al handling characteristics that
may cause loss of vehicle con-
trol resulting in an accident.
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Engine ........................................................................\
....................8-2
Bulb Wattage ........................................................................\
........8-3
Tires and Wheels........................................................................\
..8-4
Luggage Volume ........................................................................\
...8-5
Gross Vehicle Weight...................................................................8-5
Air Conditioning System..............................................................8-5
Recommended Lubricants and Capacities ................................8-6
Recommended SAE Viscosity Number....................................................8-7
Vehicle Certification Label..........................................................8-8
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .........................................8-8
Tire Specification and Pressure Label......................................8-8
Refrigerant Label ........................................................................\
.8-9
Engine Number ........................................................................\
.....8-9
Consumer Information ...............................................................8-10
Reporting Safety Defects .........................................................8-11
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Advanced smart cruise control system ................................................................5-80
AFLS (Adaptive Front Lighting System) ..........................................................3-107
Air bag warning labels ........................................................................\
.................2-82
Air bags ........................................................................\
........................................2-57Additional safety precautions......................................................................2-\
81
Air bag collision sensors ........................................................................\
.....2-75
Air bag inflation conditions ........................................................................\
2-76
Air bag non-inflation conditions .................................................................2-77
Air bag warning labels ........................................................................\
........2-82
Curtain air bags ........................................................................\
...................2-62
Driver's air bag ........................................................................\
....................2-59
Driver's knee airbag ........................................................................\
............2-59
How does the air bags system operate? ......................................................2-63
Occupant classification system (OCS)........................................................2-68
Passenger's front air bag........................................................................\
......2-59
Side air bags ........................................................................\
........................2-61
SRS Care ........................................................................\
.............................2-80
SRS components and functions ..................................................................2-63
SRS warning light ........................................................................\
...............2-64
What to expect after an air bag inflates ......................................................2-67
Why didn't my air bag go off in a collision ................................................2-74
Air cleaner ........................................................................\
....................................7-35
Air conditioning refrigerant label ......................................................................3-\
137
Air conditioning system specification....................................................................8-5
Air conditioning system ........................................................................\
.............3-122
Alarm system........................................................................\
................................3-14
All wheel drive (AWD) ........................................................................\
................5-21
Antenna ........................................................................\
..........................................4-2
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ........................................................................\
.....5-35
Appearance care ........................................................................\
...........................7-81 Exterior care ........................................................................\
........................7-81
Interior care ........................................................................\
.........................7-86
Armrest (rear seat)........................................................................\
........................2-21
Auto defogging system ........................................................................\
..............3-140
Auto light position........................................................................\
......................3-101
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Automatic climate control system......................................................................3-\
122Air conditioning ........................................................................\
................3-134
Air Conditioning refrigerant label ............................................................3-137
Air intake control ........................................................................\
..............3-131
Air quality system (AQS) ........................................................................\
.3-132
Automatic heating and air conditioning....................................................3-123
Automatic ventilation ........................................................................\
........3-141
Clean air ........................................................................\
............................3-141
Fan speed control ........................................................................\
..............3-133
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................................................3-124
Mode selection ........................................................................\
..................3-125
OFF mode........................................................................\
..........................3-134
Sunroof inside air recirculation .................................................................3-141
SYNC button ........................................................................\
.....................3-130
System maintenance ........................................................................\
..........3-136
Temperature control ........................................................................\
..........3-129
Temperature unit conversion .....................................................................3-1\
29
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) system .....................................................5-61
Automatic locking retractor (ALR)......................................................................2-\
34
Automatic transmission ........................................................................\
................5-11
Automatic transmission Good driving practices ........................................................................\
........5-19
LCD display messages ........................................................................\
........5-17
Paddle shifter (manual mode) .....................................................................5-1\
5
Shift change P to N with the engine off......................................................5-16
Shift lock system ........................................................................\
.................5-15
When the battery is discharged ...................................................................5-16
Automatic ventilation function ........................................................................\
..3-141
Aux, USB and iPod ........................................................................\
........................3-2
Bag hanger........................................................................\
..................................3-152
Battery ........................................................................\
..........................................7-39
Battery Battery recharging ........................................................................\
...............7-37
Battery saver function ........................................................................\
................3-106
Before driving ........................................................................\
................................5-5
Blade type fuse ........................................................................\
.............................7-63
Blind spot detection (BSD) system ......................................................................5-\
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Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology hands-free..........................................................4-4
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