2023 HYUNDAI TUCSON wheel

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7. Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
For example:
TREADWEAR 200
TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one-and-a-half times (1½) as
well on the government 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.
Traction - AA, A, B & C
The traction grades, from highest
to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those
grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces
of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on straight ahead
braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature - A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation
of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life,
and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. Grades
B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required
by law.

Maintenance
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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.
Low aspect ratio tires
(if equipped)
The aspect ratio is lower than 50 on
low aspect ratio tires.
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
consequently have a greater contact
patch with the road surface. In some
instances they may generate more
road noise compared with standard
tires.
CAUTION
The side wall of a low aspect ratio
tire is shorter than the normal one.
Thus, the low-aspect wheel and
tire are easily damaged. Follow the
below instructions.
• When driving on a rough road or
driving off a road, be careful not
to damage the tires and wheels.
After driving, inspect the tires
and wheels.
• When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive the vehicle slowly so
as not to damage the tires and
wheels.
• When there is an impact on a tire,
inspect the tire condition. Or,
you can contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• Inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 8,000 miles
(13,000 km) to prevent tire
damage.
• It is difficult to recognize a tire
damage only with your eyes.
When there is a slight hint of a
tire damage, check and replace
the tire to prevent the damage
caused by air leakage.
• When a tire is damaged while
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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Finish damage repair
Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly
rust and may develop into a major repair
expense.
NOTICE
If your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement,
be sure the body shop applies anti-
corrosion materials to the parts
repaired or replaced.
NOTICE
Matte paint finish vehicle (if equipped)
In case of matte paint finish vehicles,
it is impossible to modify only the
damaged area and repair of the whole
part is necessary. If the vehicle is
damaged and painting is required,
we recommend that you have your
vehicle maintained and repaired by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. Take
extreme care, as it is difficult to restore
the quality after the repair.
Bright-metal maintenance
• To remove road tar and insects, use
a tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
• To protect the surfaces of bright metal
parts from corrosion, apply a coating
of wax or chrome preservative and rub
to a high luster.
• During winter weather or in coastal
areas, cover the bright metal parts
with a heavier coating of wax or
preservative. If necessary, coat the
parts with non-corrosive petroleum
jelly or other protective compound.
Underbody maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may
collect on the underbody. If these
materials are not removed, accelerated
rusting can occur on underbody parts
such as the fuel lines, frame, floor pan
and exhaust system, even though they
have been treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Pay
special attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt.
It will do more harm than good to wet
down the road grime without removing
it. The lower edges of doors, rocker
panels, and frame members have drain
holes that should not be allowed to clog
with dirt; trapped water in these areas
can cause rusting.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired, dry
the brakes by applying them lightly
while maintaining a slow forward
speed.

Maintenance
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Aluminum wheel maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
• Do not use abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, solvent, or wire brushes
on aluminum wheels.
• Clean the wheel when it has cooled.
• Use only a mild soap or neutral
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
water. Also, clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads.
• Do not wash the wheels with high-
speed car wash brushes.
• Do not use any cleaners containing
acid or alkaline detergents.
Corrosion protection
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion
By using the most advanced design
and construction practices to combat
corrosion, HYUNDAI produces vehicles
of the highest quality. However, this is
only part of the job. To achieve the long-
term corrosion resistance your vehicle
can deliver, the owner’s cooperation and
assistance is also required.
Common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion
on your vehicle are:
• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is
allowed to accumulate underneath
the vehicle.
• Removal of paint or protective
coatings by stones, gravel, abrasion
or minor scrapes and dents which
leave unprotected metal exposed to
corrosion. High-corrosion areas
If you live in an area where your vehicle is
regularly exposed to corrosive materials,
corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion are road salts,
dust control chemicals, ocean air and
industrial pollution.
Moisture breeds corrosion
Moisture creates the conditions in
which corrosion is most likely to occur.
For example, corrosion is accelerated
by high humidity, particularly when
temperatures are just above freezing. In
such conditions, the corrosive material is
kept in contact with the vehicle surfaces
by moisture that is slow to evaporate.
Mud is particularly corrosive because
it is slow to dry and holds moisture in
contact with the vehicle. Although the
mud appears to be dry, it can still retain
moisture and promote corrosion.
High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be
dispersed. For all these reasons, it is
particularly important to keep your
vehicle clean and free of mud or
accumulations of other materials. This
applies not only to the visible surfaces
but particularly to the underside of the
vehicle.

Maintenance
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Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from
contacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discoloration.
If they do contact the interior parts,
wipe them off immediately. See the
instructions for the proper way to clean
vinyl.
NOTICE
• Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components inside the
vehicle as this may damage them.
• When cleaning leather products
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alcohol
content solutions. If you use high
alcohol content solutions or acid/
alkaline detergents, the color of the
leather may fade or the surface may
get stripped off.
Cleaning the upholstery and interior
trim
Vinyl (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from
fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solution
recommended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with
a fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do
not receive immediate attention, the
fabric can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
NOTICE
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affect the
fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant
properties.

IndexI-2
A
Accessing your vehicle .......................................................................................... 5-4
Hyundai Digital Key ........................................................................................ 5-15
Immobilizer system .......................................................................................... 5-14
Remote key ......................................................................................................... 5-4
Smart key ............................................................................................................ 5-7
Air bag - supplemental restraint system .............................................................. 3-46
Additional safety precautions ........................................................................... 3-67
Air bag warning labels ..................................................................................... 3-67
How does the air bags system operate? ............................................................ 3-51
Occupant Classification System (OCS) ........................................................... 3-55
SRS care ........................................................................................................... 3-66
What to expect after an air bag inflates ............................................................ 3-54
Where are the air bags? .................................................................................... 3-48
Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? ................................................... 3-61
Air cleaner ........................................................................................................... 9-25
Filter replacement ............................................................................................. 9-25
Air conditioning system ....................................................................................... 2-13
All wheel drive (AWD) ...................................................................................... 6-52
AWD operation................................................................................................. 6-53
Emergency precautions .................................................................................... 6-56
Appearance care................................................................................................... 9-63
Exterior care ..................................................................................................... 9-63
Interior care ...................................................................................................... 9-68
Automatic climate control system ..................................................................... 5-108
Automatic heating and air conditioning ......................................................... 5-109
Manual heating and air conditioning .............................................................. 5-110
Multi Air Mode............................................................................................... 5-116
System maintenance ....................................................................................... 5-119
System operation ............................................................................................ 5-117
Automatic transmission ....................................................................................... 6-14
Automatic transmission operation .................................................................... 6-14
Good driving practices ..................................................................................... 6-23
LCD display message (button type) ................................................................. 6-21
Paddle shifter (Manual shift mode) .................................................................. 6-22
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If the engine overheats ........................................................................................... 8-7
If the engine will not start ...................................................................................... 8-3
If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) ................................................................. 8-14
Changing tires .................................................................................................. 8-15
Jack and tools ................................................................................................... 8-14
Jack label .......................................................................................................... 8-20
Ignition switch ....................................................................................................... 6-5
Key ignition switch ............................................................................................ 6-5
Key ignition switch positions ............................................................................. 6-6
Starting the engine .............................................................................................. 6-7
Important safety precautions.................................................................................. 3-2
Air bag hazards ................................................................................................... 3-2
Always wear your seat belt ................................................................................ 3-2
Control your speed ............................................................................................. 3-2
Driver distraction ................................................................................................ 3-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition ................................................................... 3-2
Restrain all children ........................................................................................... 3-2
In case of an emergency while driving .................................................................. 8-2
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing ..................................................... 8-2
If the engine stalls while driving ........................................................................ 8-2
If you have a flat tire while driving .................................................................... 8-3
Infotainment system........................................................................................... 5-141
Antenna .......................................................................................................... 5-141
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology .................................................................... 5-143
How vehicle radio works ................................................................................ 5-143
Infotainment system ...................................................................................... 5-142
Steering wheel remote controls ...................................................................... 5-141
USB Port ........................................................................................................ 5-141
Voice recognition ............................................................................................ 5-142
Instrument cluster .................................................................................................. 4-4
Gauges and meters ............................................................................................. 4-5
Instrument cluster control ................................................................................... 4-5
LCD display messages ..................................................................................... 4-23
Transmission shift indicator ............................................................................... 4-9
Warning and indicator lights .............................................................................. 4-9
Instrument panel overview (I) ............................................................................... 2-6
Instrument panel overview (II) .............................................................................. 2-8
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Special driving conditions ................................................................................... 6-58
Driving at night ................................................................................................ 6-59
Driving in flooded areas ................................................................................... 6-60
Driving in the rain ............................................................................................ 6-59
Hazardous driving conditions ........................................................................... 6-58
Highway driving ............................................................................................... 6-60
Reducing the risk of a rollover ......................................................................... 6-60
Rocking the vehicle .......................................................................................... 6-58
Smooth cornering ............................................................................................. 6-59
Steering wheel ..................................................................................................... 5-40
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ......................................................................... 5-40
Heated steering wheel ...................................................................................... 5-41
Horn .................................................................................................................. 5-42
Tilt / Telescopic steering .................................................................................. 5-41
Storage compartment ......................................................................................... 5-128
Center console storage ................................................................................... 5-128
Glove box ....................................................................................................... 5-129
Luggage tray ................................................................................................... 5-129
Sunroof ................................................................................................................ 5-60
Sunshade........................................................................................................... 5-60
Tilt open/close .................................................................................................. 5-61
Slide open/close ................................................................................................ 5-61
Automatic reversal ........................................................................................... 5-62
Resetting the sunroof ........................................................................................ 5-63
Surround View Monitor (SVM) ........................................................................ 7-116
Surround View Monitor Malfunction and Limitations ............ ...................... 7-120
Surround View Monitor Operation .............................. .................................. 7-119
Surround View Monitor Settings .................................................................... 7-117
T
Theft-alarm system .............................................................................................. 5-36
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............................................................ 8-9
Changing a tire with TPMS .............................................................................. 8-12
Check tire pressure ............................................................................................. 8-9
Low tire pressure position and tire pressure telltale ......................................... 8-11
Low tire pressure warning light ....................................................................... 8-11
Tire pressure monitoring system ...................................................................... 8-10
TPMS malfunction indicator ............................................................................ 8-12
Tire specification and pressure label ................................................................... 2-16
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