2022 HYUNDAI KONA tow

08
8-35
Emergency Towing
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or a commercial tow
truck service.
If a towing service is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
at the front (or rear) of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle with a cable or chain. A driver
must be in the vehicle to steer it and
operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done
only on hard-surfaced roads for a short
distance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, power train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
The driver must be in the vehicle for
steering and braking operations when
the vehicle is being towed. Passengers
other than the driver must not be in the
vehicle.
Always follow these emergency towing
precautions:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC
position so the steering wheel is not
locked. (if equipped)
Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).
Release the parking brake.
Depress the brake pedal with more
force than normal since you will have
reduced braking performance.
More steering effort will be required
because the power steering system
will be disabled.
Use a vehicle heavier than your own to
tow your vehicle.
The drivers of both vehicles should
communicate with each other
frequently.
Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged.
Fasten the towing cable or chain
securely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady
and even force.

Emergency situations
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Use a towing cable or chain less than
16 feet (5 m) long. Attach a white or
red cloth (about 12 inch (30 cm) wide)
in the middle of the cable or chain for
easy visibility.
Drive carefully so the towing cable or
chain remains tight during towing.
Before towing, check the intelligent
variable transmission/dual clutch
transmission for fluid leaks under
your vehicle. If the intelligent variable
transmission/dual clutch transmission
fluid is leaking, flatbed equipment or a
towing dolly must be used.
NOTICE
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle
in a slow and gradual manner while
maintaining tension on the tow rope
or chain to start or drive the vehicle,
otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle
may be damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle and
vehicle components when towing:
Always pull straight ahead when
using the towing hooks. Do not pull
from the side or at a vertical angle.
Do not use the towing hooks to pull
a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.
Limit the vehicle speed to 10 mph
(15 km/h) and drive less than 1
mile (1.5 km) when towing to avoid
serious damage to transmission. (if
equipped with intelligent variable
transmission)
The vehicle should be towed at a
speed of 15 mph (25km/h) or less
within the distance of 12 miles
(20km). (if equipped with dual clutch
transmission)
Tie-down Hook
WARNING
Do not use the tie-down hook(s) for
towing purposes. If the tie-down
hook(s) are used for towing, the
tie-down hook(s) or bumper will be
damaged and this could lead to serious
injury.

09
9-7
Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of
the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply, you must follow
the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.
Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature
or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads
Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
Driving in heavy dust conditions
Driving in heavy traffic area
Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly
Towing a trailer or using a camper, or driving with loads on the roof
Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing
Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.
Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower
grade spec, etc.)
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace
or refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After the
periods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the prescribed maintenance
intervals.
Information
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Maintenance
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Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving
condition
Intelligent variable
transmission fluid
(if equipped)
Smartstream
G2.0 AkinsonRReplace every 56,000 miles
(91,000 km)
A, C, E, F,
G, H, I, K
Dual clutch
transmission fluid
(if equipped)
Smartstream
G1.6 T-GDIRReplace every 80,000miles
(120,000km)
C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Rear differential oil (4WD) RReplace every 72,000 miles
(120,000 km)
C, D, E, G,
H, I, J
Transfer case oil (4WD) No check, No service required
Propeller shaft (4WD) IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition
C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Severe driving conditions
A. Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature
or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B. Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C. Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or saltspread roads
D. Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E. Driving in the condition of inflowing sand or dust into engine
F. Driving in heavy traffic area
G. Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads
H. Towing a trailer or using a camper, or driving with loads on the roof
I. Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J. Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.
K. Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
L. Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower
grade spec, etc.)

09
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Turn the vehicle off and wait until the
engine cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the engine coolant
cap and/or water-cooled intercooler
coolant cap. Wrap a thick towel around
it, and turn it counterclockwise slowly
to the first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the cooling
system. When you are sure all the
pressure has been released, press down
on the cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
Information
WARNING
The electric motor for the cooling fan
may continue to operate or start up
when the engine is not running and
can cause serious injury. Keep hands,
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.
WARNING
Make sure the coolant cap is properly
closed after refilling coolant. Otherwise
the engine could be overheated while
driving.
Engine compartment front view
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1. Check if the coolant cap label is
straight in front.
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2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions
inside the coolant cap is securely
interlocked.

Maintenance
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Recommended coolant
When adding coolant, use only
deionized water, distilled water or soft
water for your vehicle and never mix
hard water in the coolant filled at the
factory.
An incorrect coolant mixture can
result in severe malfunction or engine
damage.
The engine in your vehicle has
aluminum engine parts and must be
protected by an phosphate-based
ethylene glycol coolant to prevent
corrosion and freezing.
Do not use alcohol or methanol
coolant or mix them with the specified
coolant.
Do not use a solution that contains
more than 60% antifreeze or less than
35% antifreeze, which would reduce
the effectiveness of the solution.
For mixing percentage, refer to the
following table:
Ambient
Temperature
Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
5°F (-15°C) 35 65
-13°F (-25°C) 40 60
-31°F (-35°C) 50 50
-49°F (-45°C) 60 40
Information
Changing coolant
We recommend that coolant be changed
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
according to the Maintenance Schedule
at the beginning of this chapter.
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.
NOTICE
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.

09
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NOTICE
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and do not
wash the vehicle in direct sunlight
or when the body of the vehicle is
warm.
Be careful when washing the side
windows of your vehicle.
Especially, with high-pressure water,
water may leak through the windows
and wet the interior.
To prevent damage to the plastic
parts, do not clean with chemical
solvents or strong detergents.
NOTICE
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Water washing in the engine
compartment including high
pressure water washing may cause
the failure of electrical circuits
located in the engine compartment.
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components inside the
vehicle as this may damage them.
NOTICE
Matte paint finish vehicle (if equipped)
Automatic car wash which uses rotating
brushes should not be used as this can
damage the surface of your vehicle. A
steam cleaner which washes the vehicle
surface at high temperature may result
the oil to adhere and leave stains that is
difficult to remove.
Use a soft cloth (e.g. microfiber towel
or sponge) when washing your vehicle
and dry with a microfiber towel. When
you hand wash your vehicle, you should
not use a cleaner that finishes with wax.
If the vehicle surface is too dirty (sand,
dirt, dust, contaminant, etc.), clean the
surface with water before washing the
car.
A good coat of wax is a barrier between
your paint and contaminate. Keeping
a good coat of wax on your vehicle will
help protect it.
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Wax all metal trim to protect
it and to maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing.

Index
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Theft-alarm system .............................................................................................. 5-35
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (Type A) ............................................. 8-9
Low tire pressure telltale .................................................................................. 8-10
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) malfunction indicator ................... 8-10
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (Type B) ........................................... 8-13
Changing a tire with TPMS .............................................................................. 8-16
Check tire pressure ........................................................................................... 8-13
Low tire pressure position and tire pressure telltale......................................... 8-15
Low tire pressure warning light ....................................................................... 8-15
Tire pressure monitoring system ...................................................................... 8-14
TPMS malfunction indicator ............................................................................ 8-16
Tire specification and pressure label ................................................................... 2-15
Tires and wheels .......................................................................................... 2-11,9-33
All Season Tires ............................................................................................... 9-43
Check tire inflation pressure ............................................................................ 9-34
Low aspect ratio tires ....................................................................................... 9-44
Radial-Ply Tires ................................................................................................ 9-44
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ..................................................... 9-33
Snow Tires ........................................................................................................ 9-43
Summer Tires ................................................................................................... 9-43
Tire care............................................................................................................ 9-33
Tire maintenance .............................................................................................. 9-37
Tire replacement ............................................................................................... 9-36
Tire rotation ...................................................................................................... 9-35
Tire sidewall labeling ....................................................................................... 9-38
Tire Terminology and Definitions ................................................................... 9-41
Tire traction ...................................................................................................... 9-37
Wheel alignment and tire balance .................................................................... 9-36
Wheel replacement ........................................................................................... 9-37
Towing ................................................................................................................. 8-33
Emergency Towing .......................................................................................... 8-35
Removable Towing Hook ................................................................................ 8-34
Tie-down Hook................................................................................................. 8-36
Towing service ................................................................................................. 8-33
Trademarks ........................................................................................................ 5-123
Trailer Towing ..................................................................................................... 6-75