
Vehicle Information, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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Items Tire sizeWheel 
size Inflation pressure  
kPa (psi) Wheel bolt 
torque  lbf·ft  
(kgf·m, N·m)
Normal load Maximum load
Front RearFront Rear
Full size tire
235/60 R18 7.5J x 18
240(35)79~94
(11~13, 107~127)235/55 R19 7.5J x 19
255/45 R20 8.5J x 20
Compact 
spare tireT135/90 D17 4.0B x 17420(60)
NOTICE
•	 It is permissible to add 3 psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder 
temperatures are expected soon.
Tires typically lose 1psi (7kPa) for every 12°F temperature drop. If extreme 
temperature variations are expected, recheck your tire pressure as necessary to 
keep them properly inflated.
•	 Tire inflation pressures will vary with changes in elevation. If driving in areas of 
higher or lower elevation, be sure to check and adjust for proper tire inflation.
 CAUTION
•	When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle.
Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or not work properly.
•	 When replacing tires, ALWAYS use the same size, type, construction and tread 
pattern supplied with the vehicle for all tires.
TIRES AND WHEELS    

Emergency situations
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 WARNING
Wheels may have sharp edges. Handle 
them carefully to avoid possible severe 
injury. Before putting the wheel into 
place, be sure that there is nothing on 
the hub or wheel (such as mud, tar, 
gravel, etc.) that interferes with the 
wheel from fitting solidly against the 
hub.
If there is, remove it. If there is not 
good contact on the mounting surface 
between the wheel and hub, the wheel 
nuts could come loose and cause the 
loss of a wheel. Loss of a wheel may 
result in loss of control of the vehicle. 
This may cause serious injury or death.
10. To reinstall the wheel, hold it on the 
studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs 
and tighten them finger tight. The 
nuts should be installed with their 
tapered small diameter ends directed 
inward. Jiggle the tire to be sure it is 
completely seated, then tighten the 
nuts as much as possible with your 
fingers again.
11. Lower the vehicle to the ground 
by turning the wheel lug wrench 
counterclockwise.
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12. Use the wheel lug wrench to tighten 
the wheel bolts in the order shown. 
Double-check each wheel bolts until 
they are tight. After changing tires, 
we recommend that an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer tighten the wheel 
bolts to their proper torque as soon 
as possible. The wheel bolt should 
be tightened to 79~94 lbf.ft (11~13 
kgf.m).
If you have a tire gauge, check the 
tire pressure (see “Tires and Wheels” 
section in chapter 2 for tire pressure 
instructions.). If the pressure is lower or 
higher than recommended, drive slowly 
to the nearest service station and adjust 
it to the recommended pressure. Always 
reinstall the valve cap after checking 
or adjusting tire pressure. If the cap 
is not replaced, air may leak from the 
tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy another 
and install it as soon as possible. After 
changing tires, secure the flat tire and 
return the jack and tools to their proper 
storage locations.   

Emergency situations
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When driving with the compact spare tire 
mounted to your vehicle:
•	Check the tire pressure after installing 
the compact spare tire. The compact 
spare tire should be inflated to 420 
kPa (60 psi).
•	 Do not take this vehicle through 
an automatic car wash while the 
compact spare tire is installed.
•	 Do not use the compact spare tire on 
any other vehicle because this tire 
has been designed especially for your 
vehicle.
•	 The compact spare tire’s tread life is 
shorter than a regular tire. Inspect 
your compact spare tire regularly and 
replace worn compact spare tires with 
the same size and design, mounted on 
the same wheel.
•	 Do not use more than one compact 
spare tire at a time.
•	 Do not tow a trailer while the compact 
spare tire is installed. Information
When the original tire and wheel are 
repaired and reinstalled on the vehicle, the 
wheel bolt torque must be set correctly. 
The correct wheel bolt tightening torque is 
79~94 lbf.ft (11~13 kgf.m).
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the compact 
spare tire and your vehicle:
•	Drive slowly enough for the road 
conditions to avoid all hazards, such 
as a potholes or debris.
•	 Avoid driving over obstacles. The 
compact spare tire diameter is 
smaller than the diameter of a 
conventional tire and reduces the 
ground clearance approximately 25 
mm (1 inch).
•	 Do not use tire chains on the 
compact spare tire. Because of the 
smaller size, a tire chain will not fit 
properly.
•	 Do not use the compact spare tire 
on any other wheels, nor should 
standard tires, snow tires, wheel 
covers or trim rings be used with the 
compact spare wheel.    

Maintenance
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ENGINE OIL
Brake discs, pads, calipers and 
rotors
Check the pads, the disc, and the rotor 
for any excessive wear-out. Inspect 
calipers for any fluid leakage.
For more information on checking the 
pads or lining wear limit, refer to the 
HYUNDAI web site.
(http://service.hyundai-motor.com)
Propeller shaft
Check the propeller shaft, boots, clamps, 
rubber couplings and center-bearing 
rubber for cracks, deterioration, or 
damage. Replace any damaged parts 
and if necessary, repack the grease.
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for 
looseness or damage. Retighten to the 
specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage & 
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and the engine 
off, check for excessive free-play in the 
steering wheel. Check the linkage for 
bends or damage. Check the dust boots 
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, 
or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps 
for cracks, deterioration, or damage. 
Replace any damaged parts and, if 
necessary, repack the grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and 
connections for leakage and damage.
Checking the engine oil level
Gasoline engine
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s 
precautions.
2.
 Be sure the v
ehicle is on the level 
ground in P (Park) with the parking 
brake set and the wheels blocked.
3.
 Turn the engine on and allo
w the 
engine to reach normal operating 
temperature.
4.
 Turn the engine o
ff and wait about 15 
minutes for the oil to return to the oil 
pan.
5.
 Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and 
r
e-insert it fully.
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6. Pull the dipstick out again and check 
the le vel. The level should be between 
F (Full) and L (Low).    

Maintenance
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Tire rotation
To equalize tread wear, HYUNDAI 
recommends that the tires be rotated 
according to the maintenance schedule 
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 pressure, 
improper wheel alignment, out-of-
balance wheels, severe braking or severe 
cornering. Look for bumps or bulges in 
the tread or side of the tire. Replace the 
tire if you find any 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 wheel bolt tightness (proper 
torque is 101~116 lbf.ft [14~16 kgf.m]).
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Disc brake pads should be inspected for 
wear whenever tires are rotated.
 Information
The outside and inside of the 
unsymmetrical tire is distinguishable. 
When installing an unsymmetrical tire, be 
sure to install the side marked “outside” 
face the outside. If the side marked 
“inside” is installed on the outside, it 
will have a negative effect on vehicle 
performance.
 WARNING
•	Do not use the compact spare tire for 
tire rotation.
•	 Do not mix bias ply and radial ply 
tires under any circumstances. 
This may cause unusual handling 
characteristics that may cause loss 
of vehicle control resulting in an 
accident.