Maintenance8-38
Radial-Ply Tires
Radial-ply tires provide improved
tread life, road hazard resistance and
smoother high speed ride. The radial-
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 combinations 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 follow 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.
WARNING
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.
Low Aspect Ratio Tires
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
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 caution when driving and follow
the guidelines below to help minimize
damage to the wheel and tire:
[ When driving on a rough road
or off road, drive cautiously
because tires and wheels may
be damaged. 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 damaged.
[ If the tire is subjected to a severe
impact, have the tire and wheel
inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
[ Inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 1,800 miles
(3,000km).
CAUTION
[ It is not easy to recognize tire
damage with your own eyes. But
if there is the slightest hint of tire
damage, have the tire checked or
replaced because the tire damage
may cause air leakage from the tire.
[ If the tire is damaged by driving
on a rough road, off road, pothole,
manhole, or curb stone, it will not
be covered by the warranty.
IndexI-6
Fuses ..................................................................\
.................................................. 8-39 Engine Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement .............................................. 8-41
Fuse/Relay Panel Description ........................................................................\
. 8-43
Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement ............................................................... 8-40
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Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts ........................................................................\
... 1-3
H
Hazard Warning Flasher ........................................................................\
................ 7-2
How to Use This Manual ........................................................................\
............... 1-4
I
If the Engine Overheats ........................................................................\
................. 7-6
If the Engine Will Not Start ........................................................................\
........... 7-3 If the Engine Doesn’t Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly ................................... 7-3
If the Engine Turns Over Normally but Doesn’t Start ...................................... 7-3
If you Have a Flat Tire (With Spare Tire) ............................................................ 7-15 Changing Tires ........................................................................\
........................ 7-16
Jack and Tools ........................................................................\
......................... 7-15
Ignition Switch ........................................................................\
.............................. 6-6 Engine Start/Stop Button........................................................................\
........... 6-9
Key Ignition Switch ........................................................................\
.................. 6-6
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 ............................................................... 7-2 If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing.........................\
........................ 7-2
If the Engine Stalls While Driving .................................................................... 7-2
If you Have a Flat Tire While Driving .............................................................. 7-3
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Tires and Wheels ........................................................................\
......................... 8-27All Season Tires ........................................................................\
...................... 8-37
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ........................................................................\
.. 8-28
Low Aspect Ratio Tires ........................................................................\
........... 8-38
Radial-Ply Tires ........................................................................\
....................... 8-38
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures .................................................. 8-27
Snow Tires ........................................................................\
............................... 8-37
Summer Tires ........................................................................\
.......................... 8-37
Tire Care ........................................................................\
.................................. 8-27
Tire Maintenance ........................................................................\
..................... 8-31
Tire Replacement ........................................................................\
.................... 8-30
Tire Rotation ........................................................................\
........................... 8-29
Tire Sidewall Labeling ........................................................................\
............ 8-31
Tire Terminology and Definitions ................................................................... 8-35
Tire Traction ........................................................................\
............................ 8-31
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................................................................ 8-29
Wheel Replacement ........................................................................\
................ 8-31
Tire Specification and Pressure Label ................................................................. 2-14
Towing ..................................................................\
............................................... 7-21 Emergency Towing........................................................................\
.................. 7-23
Removable Towing Hook....................................................................\
............ 7-22
Tie-down Hook ........................................................................\
....................... 7-24
Towing Service ........................................................................\
........................ 7-21
Trailer Towing ........................................................................\
............................. 6-95
Trip Computer............................................................\
.......................................... 4-31
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Vehicle Break-In Process ........................................................................\
............... 1-7
Vehicle Certification Label ........................................................................\
.......... 2-13
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .............................................. 1-8
Vehicle Identification Number (vin) .................................................................... 2-13
Vehicle Load Limit ........................................................................\
...................... 6-91 Tire Loading Information Label ...................................................................... 6-91
Vehicle Modifications ........................................................................\
.................... 1-7
Volume and Weight ........................................................................\
...................... 2-10