Hyundai Genesis Coupe (2016 year). Instruction

Maintenance

BATTERY

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WARNING - Battery

dangers

If any electrolyte gets

Always read the follow-

into your eyes, flush your

ing instructions carefully

eyes with clean water for

when handling a battery.

at least 15 minutes and

get immediate medical

Keep lighted cigarettes

attention.

and all other flames or

If electrolyte gets on your

sparks away from the

skin, thoroughly wash

battery.

the contacted area. If you

OBK079018

Hydrogen, a highly com-

feel a pain or a burning

bustible gas, is always

sensation, get medical

For best battery service

present in battery cells

attention immediately.

•

Keep the battery securely mount-

and may explode if ignit-

ed.

Wear eye protection

ed.

when charging or work-

•

Keep the battery top clean and dry.

Keep batteries out of the

ing near a battery.

•

Keep the terminals and connec-

reach

children

Always provide ventila-

tions clean, tight, and coated with

because batteries con-

tion when working in an

petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

tain highly corrosive

enclosed space.

•

Rinse any spilled electrolyte from

SULFURIC ACID. Do not

An inappropriately dis-

the battery immediately with a

allow battery acid to

posed battery can be

solution of water and baking soda.

contact your skin, eyes,

harmful to the environ-

clothing or paint finish.

•

If the vehicle is not going to be

ment and human health.

used for an extended time, discon-

Dispose the battery

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nect the battery cables.

according to your local

law(s) or regulation.

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7 38

Maintenance

Battery recharging

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,

• When lifting a plastic-cased

TION 65 WARNING

calcium-based battery.

battery, excessive pressure

Battery posts, terminals, and

If the battery becomes discharged

on the case may cause battery

related accessories contain

try jump starting the battery from

acid to leak, resulting in per-

lead and lead compounds,

another vehicle's battery according

sonal injury. Lift with a battery

chemicals known to the State of

to the instructions of section 6-4. Be

carrier or with your hands on

California to cause cancer, birth

sure to run vehicle for at least 15

opposite corners.

defects and reproductive harm.

minutes to charge the battery

• Never attempt to recharge the

Batteries also contain other

enough to be able to restart the vehi-

battery when the battery

chemicals known to the State of

cle after it is shut off.

cables are connected.

California to cause cancer.

Wash hands after handling.

• The electrical ignition system

works with high voltage.

WARNING - Recharging

Never touch these compo-

battery

nents with the engine running

CAUTION

When recharging the battery,

or the ignition switched on.

observe the following precau-

•

When you don’t use the vehi-

Failure to follow the above

tions:

cle for a long time in low tem-

warnings can result in serious

perature weather, separate the

• The battery must be removed

bodily injury or death.

battery and keep it indoors.

from the vehicle and placed in

an area with good ventilation.

•

Always charge the battery fully

to prevent battery case damage

• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,

in low temperature weather.

or flame near the battery.

•

If you connect unauthorized

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electronic devices to the bat-

tery, the battery may be dis-

charged. Never use unautho-

rized devices.

7 39

Maintenance

Reset items

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WARNING

Items should be reset after the bat-

• Watch the battery during charg-

•

Before performing mainte-

tery has been discharged or the bat-

ing, and stop or reduce the

nance or recharging the bat-

tery has been disconnected.

charging rate if the battery cells

tery, turn off all accessories

begin gassing (boiling) violent-

•

Sunroof (See section 4)

and stop the engine.

ly or if the temperature of the

•

Trip computer (See section 4)

•

The negative battery cable

electrolyte of any cell exceeds

must be removed first and

•

Climate control system

120°F (49°C).

(See section 4)

installed last when the battery

• Wear eye protection when

is disconnected.

•

Clock (See section 4)

checking the battery during

•

Operation related to the bat-

•

Audio (See section 4)

charging.

tery should be done in an

•

Auto up/down window

• Disconnect the battery charger

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

in the following order.

(See section 4)

1. Turn off the battery charger

main switch.

CAUTION

2. Unhook the negative clamp

•

Keep the battery away from

from the negative battery ter-

water or any liquid.

minal.

•

Use genuine HYUNDAI batter-

3. Unhook the positive clamp

ies, available at HYUNDAI

from the positive battery ter-

dealers, when you replace the

minal.

battery.

7 40

Maintenance

TIRES AND WHEELS

Tire care

CAUTION

For proper maintenance, safety, and

•

Underinflation also results in

maximum fuel economy, you must

excessive wear, poor handling

always maintain recommended tire

and reduced fuel economy.

inflation pressures and stay within

Wheel deformation also is

the load limits and weight distribution

possible. Keep your tire pres-

recommended for your vehicle.

sures at the proper levels. If a

tire frequently needs refilling,

Recommended cold tire infla-

have it checked by an author-

tion pressures

ized HYUNDAI dealer.

All tire pressures

(including the

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•

Overinflation produces a

spare) should be checked when the

All specifications

(sizes and pres-

harsh ride, excessive wear at

tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the

sures) can be found on a label

the center of the tire tread, and

vehicle has not been driven for at

attached to the vehicle.

a greater possibility of dam-

least three hours or driven less than

age from road hazards.

one mile (1.6 km).

WARNING - Tire underin-

Recommended pressures must be

flation

maintained for the best ride, top vehi-

Severe underinflation can lead

cle handling, and minimum tire wear.

to severe heat build-up, causing

For recommended inflation pressure,

blowouts, tread separation and

refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 8.

other tire failures that can result

in the loss of vehicle control

leading to severe injury or

death. This risk is much higher

on hot days and when driving

for long periods at high speeds.

7 41

Maintenance

Checking tire inflation pres-

CAUTION

CAUTION - Tire pressure

sure

•

Warm tires normally exceed

Always observe the following:

Check your tires once a month or

recommended cold tire pres-

•

Check tire pressure when the

more.

sures by 4 to 6 psi (28 to 41

tires are cold.

(After vehicle

Also, check the tire pressure of the

kPa). Do not release air from

has been parked for at least

spare tire.

warm tires to adjust the pres-

three hours or hasn't been

sure or the tires will be under-

driven more than one mile (1.6

inflated.

km) since startup.)

How to check

•

Be sure to reinstall the tire

•

Check the pressure of your

Use a good quality gage to check tire

inflation valve caps. Without

spare tire each time you check

pressure. You can not tell if your tires

the valve cap, dirt or moisture

the pressure of other tires.

are properly inflated simply by look-

could get into the valve core

ing at them. Radial tires may look

•

Never overload your vehicle.

and cause air leakage. If a

Be careful not to overload a

properly inflated even when they're

valve cap is missing, install a

underinflated.

vehicle luggage rack if your

new one as soon as possible.

vehicle is equipped with one.

Check the tire's inflation pressure

when the tires are cold.

- "Cold"

•

Worn, old tires can cause acci-

dents. If your tread is badly

means your vehicle has been sitting

WARNING - Tire Inflation

for at least three hours or driven no

worn, or if your tires have

Overinflation or underinflation

been damaged, replace them.

more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

can reduce tire life, adversely

affect vehicle handling, and

lead to sudden tire failure. This

could result in loss of vehicle

control and potential injury.

7 42

Maintenance

Remove the valve cap from the tire

Tire rotation

valve stem. Press the tire gage firm-

WARNING

To equalize tread wear, it is recom-

ly onto the valve to get a pressure

•

Inspect your tires frequently

mended that the tires be rotated

measurement. If the cold tire inflation

for proper inflation as well as

every 7,500 miles

(12,000 km) or

pressure matches the recommended

wear and damage. Always use

sooner if irregular wear develops.

pressure on the tire and loading

a tire pressure gauge.

information label, no further adjust-

During rotation, check the tires for

•

Tires with too much or too little

correct balance.

ment is necessary. If the pressure is

pressure wear unevenly caus-

low, add air until you reach the rec-

When rotating tires, check for uneven

ing poor handling, loss of vehi-

ommended amount.

wear and damage. Abnormal wear is

cle control, and sudden tire

If you overfill the tire, release air by

usually caused by incorrect tire pres-

failure leading to accidents,

sure, improper wheel alignment, out-

pushing on the metal stem in the

injuries, and even death. The

center of the tire valve. Recheck the

of-balance wheels, severe braking or

recommended cold tire pres-

severe cornering. Look for bumps or

tire pressure with the tire gage. Be

sure for your vehicle can be

sure to put the valve caps back on

found in this manual and on

bulges in the tread or side of tire.

Replace the tire if you find either of

the valve stems. They help prevent

the tire label located on the dri-

leaks by keeping out dirt and mois-

ver's side center pillar.

these conditions. Replace the tire if

fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,

ture.

•

Worn tires can cause acci-

be sure to bring the front and rear tire

dents. Replace tires that are

pressures to specification and check

worn, show uneven wear, or

lug nut tightness.

are damaged.

•

Remember to check the pres-

sure of your spare tire.

HYUNDAI recommends that

you check the spare every time

you check the pressure of the

other tires on your vehicle.

7 43

Maintenance

Without a spare tire

Wheel alignment and tire bal-

WARNING

ance

Do not mix bias ply and radial

The wheels on your vehicle were

ply tires under any circum-

aligned and balanced carefully at the

stances. This may cause unusu-

factory to give you the longest tire life

al handling characteristics that

and best overall performance.

could result in death, severe

In most cases, you will not need to

injury, or property damage.

have your wheels aligned again.

However, if you notice unusual tire

wear or your vehicle pulling one way

or the other, the alignment may need

OBK079038

to be reset.

Disc brake pads should be inspected

If you notice your vehicle vibrating

for wear whenever tires are rotated.

when driving on a smooth road, your

wheels may need to be rebalanced.

✽ NOTICE

The front tire size is different from

CAUTION

the rear tire size. So when you rotate

Improper wheel weights can

tires, check the tire and wheel size.

damage your vehicle's alu-

minum wheels. Use only

approved wheel weights.

7 44

Maintenance

Tread wear indicator

WARNING - Replacing

tires

To reduce the chance or serious

or fatal injuries from an acci-

dent caused by tire failure or

loss of vehicle control:

•

Replace tires that are worn,

show uneven wear, or are

damaged. Worn tires can

cause loss of braking effec-

OBK079047

OBK079039

tiveness, steering control, and

Tire replacement

Your vehicle is equipped with asym-

traction.

metric tires, when you replace the

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear

•

Do not drive your vehicle with

tires, check the inside and outside of

too little or too much pressure

indicator will appear as a solid band

the tire.

across the tread. This shows there is

in your tires. This can lead to

The mark INSIDE(1) and OUT-

uneven wear and tire failure.

less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread

left on the tire. Replace the tire when

SIDE(2) is inscribed on the side of

•

When replacing tires, never

this happens.

the tire.

mix radial and bias-ply tires

The mark INSIDE(1) should be

on the same car. You must

Do not wait for the band to appear

across the entire tread before replac-

inside of the vehicle and the mark

replace all tires (including the

OUTSIDE(2) should be outside of

spare) if moving from radial to

ing the tire.

the vehicle.

bias-ply tires.

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7 45

Maintenance

Compact spare tire replacement

Wheel replacement

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(if equipped)

When replacing the metal wheels for

•

Using tires and wheel other

A compact spare tire has a shorter

any reason, make sure the new

than the recommended sizes

tread life than a regular size tire.

wheels are equivalent to the original

could cause unusual handling

Replace it when you can see the

factory units in diameter, rim width

characteristics and poor vehi-

tread wear indicator bars on the tire.

and offset.

cle control, resulting in a seri-

The replacement compact spare tire

ous accident.

should be the same size and design

•

Wheels that do not meet

✽ NOTICE

tire as the one provided with your

HYUNDAI’s specifications

new vehicle and should be mounted

The front tire size is different from

may fit poorly and result in

on the same compact spare tire

the rear tire size. So when you rotate

damage to the vehicle or

wheel. The compact spare tire is not

tires, check the tire and wheel size.

unusual handling and poor

designed to be mounted on a regular

vehicle control.

size wheel, and the compact spare

•

The ABS works by comparing

tire wheel is not designed for mount-

WARNING

the speed of the wheels. Tire

ing a regular size tire.

A wheel that is not the correct

size can affect wheel speed.

size may adversely affect wheel

When replacing tires, all

and bearing life, braking and

tires must use the size origi-

stopping abilities, handling

nally supplied with the vehi-

characteristics, ground clear-

cle. Using tires of a different

ance, body-to-tire clearance,

size can cause the ABS (Anti-

snow

chain

clearance,

lock Brake System) and ESC

speedometer and odometer cal-

(Electronic Stability Control)

ibration, headlight aim and

to work irregularly.

bumper height.

7 46

Maintenance

Tire traction

2. Tire size designation

Tire traction can be reduced if you

A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire

5,6

drive on worn tires, tires that are

size designation. You will need this

information when selecting replace-

improperly inflated or on slippery

road surfaces. Tires should be

ment tires for your car. The following

explains what the letters and num-

replaced when tread wear indicators

appear. To reduce the possibility of

bers in the tire size designation

losing control, slow down whenever

mean.

there is rain, snow or ice on the road.

Example tire size designation:

(These numbers are provided as an

example only; your tire size designa-

Tire maintenance

I030B04JM

tor could vary depending on your

In addition to proper inflation, correct

Tire sidewall labeling

vehicle.)

wheel alignment helps to decrease

This information identifies and

225/45R18 91V

tire wear. If you find a tire is worn

describes the fundamental charac-

unevenly, have your dealer check the

teristics of the tire and also provides

wheel alignment.

225 - Tire width in millimeters.

the tire identification number

(TIN)

When you have new tires installed,

for safety standard certification. The

45 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section

make sure they are balanced. This

TIN can be used to identify the tire in

height as a percentage of its

will increase vehicle ride comfort and

case of a recall.

width.

tire life. Additionally, a tire should

R - Tire construction code (Radial).

always be rebalanced if it is removed

18 - Rim diameter in inches.

from the wheel.

1. Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or Brand name is

shown.

7 47

Maintenance

91 - Load Index, a numerical code

Tire speed ratings

3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire

associated with the maximum

Identification Number)

The chart below lists many of the dif-

load the tire can carry.

ferent speed ratings currently being

Any tires that are over 6 years old,

V - Speed Rating Symbol. See the

used for passenger car tires. The

based on the manufacturing date,

speed rating chart in this section

speed rating is part of the tire size

(including the spare tire) should be

for additional information.

designation on the sidewall of the

replaced by new ones. You can find

tire. This symbol corresponds to that

the manufacturing date on the tire

tire's designed maximum safe oper-

sidewall (possibly on the inside of the

Wheel size designation

ating speed.

wheel), displaying the DOT Code.

Wheels are also marked with impor-

The DOT Code is a series of num-

tant information that you need if you

Speed

bers on a tire consisting of numbers

ever have to replace one. The follow-

Rating

Maximum Speed

and English letters. The manufactur-

ing explains what the letters and

Symbol

ing date is designated by the last four

numbers in the wheel size designa-

112 mph (180 km/h)

digits (characters) of the DOT code.

tion mean.

118 mph (190 km/h)

130 mph (210 km/h)

DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO

Example wheel size designation:

149 mph (240 km/h)

The front part of the DOT means a

7.5JX18

168 mph (270 km/h)

plant code number, tire size and

tread pattern and the last four num-

186 mph (300 km/h)

bers indicate week and year manu-

7.5 - Rim width in inches.

factured.

J - Rim contour designation.

For example:

18 - Rim diameter in inches.

DOT XXXX XXXX 1615 represents

that the tire was produced in the 16th

week of 2015.

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Maintenance

5. Maximum permissible inflation

7. Uniform tire quality grading

WARNING - Tire age

pressure

Quality grades can be found where

Tires degrade over time, even

This number is the greatest amount

applicable on the tire sidewall

when they are not being used.

of air pressure that should be put in

between tread shoulder and maxi-

the tire. Do not exceed the maximum

mum section width.

Regardless of the remaining

tread, it is recommended that

permissible inflation pressure. Refer

For example:

tires generally be replaced after

to the Tire and Loading Information

TREAD wear 200

six (6) years of normal service.

label for recommended inflation

TRACTION AA

Heat caused by hot climates or

pressure.

frequent high loading condi-

TEMPERATURE A

tions can accelerate the aging

6. Maximum load rating

process. Failure to follow this

Tread wear

This number indicates the maximum

warning can result in sudden

load in kilograms and pounds that

The tread wear grade is a compara-

tire failure, which could lead to

can be carried by the tire. When

tive rating based on the wear rate of

a loss of control and an acci-

replacing the tires on the vehicle,

the tire when tested under controlled

dent involving serious injury or

always use a tire that has the same

conditions on a specified govern-

death.

load rating as the factory installed

ment test course. For example, a tire

tire.

graded 150 would wear one-and-a-

half times (1½) as well on the gov-

4. Tire ply composition and mate-

ernment course as a tire graded 100.

rial

The relative performance of tires

The number of layers or plies of rub-

depends upon the actual conditions

ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire manu-

of their use, however, and may

facturers also must indicate the materi-

depart significantly from the norm

als in the tire, which include steel,

due to variations in driving habits,

nylon, polyester, and others. The letter

service practices and differences in

"R" means radial ply construction; the

road characteristics and climate.

letter "D" means diagonal or bias ply

construction; and the letter "B" means

belted-bias ply construction.

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Maintenance

These grades are molded on the

Temperature -A, B & C

side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.

WARNING

The temperature grades are A (the

The tires available as standard or

highest), B, and C, representing the

The temperature grade for this

optional equipment on your vehicle

tire’s resistance to the generation of

tire is established for a tire that

may vary with respect to grade.

heat and its ability to dissipate heat

is properly inflated and not

when tested under controlled condi-

overloaded. Excessive speed,

tions on a specified indoor laboratory

underinflation, or excessive

Traction - AA, A, B & C

test wheel.

loading, either separately or in

The traction grades, from highest to

combination, can cause heat

Sustained high temperature can

lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those

build-up and possible sudden

cause the material of the tire to

grades represent the tire’s ability to

tire failure. This can cause loss

degenerate and reduce tire life, and

stop on wet pavement as measured

of vehicle control and serious

excessive temperature can lead to

under controlled conditions on spec-

injury or death.

sudden tire failure. The grade C cor-

ified government test surfaces of

responds to a level of performance

asphalt and concrete. A tire marked

which all passenger car tires must

C may have poor traction perform-

meet under the Federal Motor

ance.

Vehicle Safety Standard No.

109.

Grades B and A represent higher

WARNING

levels of performance on the labora-

The traction grade assigned to

tory test wheel than the minimum

this tire is based on straight-

required by law.

ahead braking traction tests,

and does not include accelera-

tion, cornering, hydroplaning,

or peak traction characteristics.

7 50

Maintenance

Tire terminology and definitions

Curb Weight: This means the weight

Load ratings: The maximum load

of a motor vehicle with standard and

that a tire is rated to carry for a given

Air Pressure: The amount of air

optional equipment including the max-

inflation pressure.

inside the tire pressing outward on

imum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,

the tire. Air pressure is expressed in

Load Index: An assigned number

but without passengers and cargo.

pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-

ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-

pascal (kPa).

DOT Markings: A code molded into

sponds to the load carrying capacity

the sidewall of a tire signifying that

of a tire.

Accessory Weight: This means the

the tire is in compliance with the U.S.

combined weight of optional acces-

Maximum Inflation Pressure: The

Department of Transportation motor

sories. Some examples of optional

maximum air pressure to which a

vehicle safety standards. The DOT

accessories are, automatic transmis-

cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-

code includes the Tire Identification

sion, power seats, and air conditioning.

mum air pressure is molded onto the

Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-

sidewall.

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a

ignator which can also identify the

tire's height to its width.

tire manufacturer, production plant,

Maximum Load Rating: The load

rating for a tire at the maximum per-

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords

brand and date of production.

missible inflation pressure for that

that is located between the plies and

GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

tire.

the tread. Cords may be made from

GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight

steel or other reinforcing materials.

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:

Rating for the Front Axle.

The sum of curb weight; accessory

Bead: The tire bead contains steel

GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight

weight; vehicle capacity weight; and

wires wrapped by steel cords that

Rating for the Rear axle.

production options weight.

hold the tire onto the rim.

Intended Outboard Sidewall: The

Normal Occupant Weight: The

Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in

side of an asymmetrical tire, that

number of occupants a vehicle is

which the plies are laid at alternate

must always face outward when

designed to seat multiplied by 150

angles less than 90 degrees to the

mounted on a vehicle.

pounds (68 kg).

centerline of the tread.

Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for

Occupant Distribution: Designated

Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of

air pressure.

seating positions.

air pressure in a tire, measured in

Light truck (LT) tire: A tire designat-

pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-

ed by its manufacturer as primarily

pascals (kPa) before a tire has built

intended for use on lightweight trucks

up heat from driving.

or multipurpose passenger vehicles.

7 51

Maintenance

Outward Facing Sidewall: The side

Recommended Inflation Pressure:

UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality

of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-

Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-

Grading Standards, a tire information

ticular side that faces outward when

ed tire inflation pressure and shown

system that provides consumers with

mounted on a vehicle. The outward

on the tire placard.

ratings for a tire's traction, tempera-

facing sidewall bears white lettering

ture and treadwear. Ratings are

Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in

or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or

determined by tire manufacturers

which the ply cords that extend to the

model name molding that is higher or

using government testing proce-

beads are laid at 90 degrees to the

deeper than the same moldings on

dures. The ratings are molded into

centerline of the tread.

the inner facing sidewall.

the sidewall of the tire.

Rim: A metal support for a tire and

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire

Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num-

upon which the tire beads are seat-

used on passenger cars and some

ber of designated seating positions

ed.

light duty trucks and multipurpose

multiplied by 150 lbs. (68 kg) plus the

Sidewall: The portion of a tire

vehicles.

rated cargo and luggage load.

between the tread and the bead.

Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel

Vehicle Maximum Load on the

Speed Rating: An alphanumeric

cords

Tire: Load on an individual tire due to

code assigned to a tire indicating the

Pneumatic tire: A mechanical device

curb and accessory weight plus

maximum speed at which a tire can

maximum occupant and cargo

made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and

operate.

steel or other materials, that, when

weight.

Traction: The friction between the

mounted on an automotive wheel

Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire:

tire and the road surface. The

provides the traction and contains the

Load on an individual tire that is

amount of grip provided.

gas or fluid that sustains the load.

determined by distributing to each

Tread: The portion of a tire that

axle its share of the curb weight,

Production options weight: The

comes into contact with the road.

accessory weight, and normal occu-

combined weight of installed regular

Treadwear Indicators: Narrow

pant weight and dividing by 2.

production options weighing over 5

lb.(2.3 kg) in excess of the standard

bands, sometimes called "wear

Vehicle Placard: A label permanent-

items which they replace, not previ-

bars", that show across the tread of a

ly attached to a vehicle showing the

ously considered in curb weight or

tire when only

2/32 inch of tread

original equipment tire size and rec-

accessory weight, including heavy

remains.

ommended inflation pressure.

duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,

heavy duty battery, and special trim.

Maintenance

All season tires

Snow tires

WARNING - Snow or ice

HYUNDAI specifies all season tires

If you equip your car with snow tires,

on some models to provide good

they should be the same size and

•

When driving on roads cov-

ered with snow or ice, drive at

performance for use all year round,

have the same load capacity as the

including snowy and icy road condi-

original tires. Snow tires should be

less than 20 mph (30 km/h).

tions. All season tires are identified

installed on all four wheels; other-

•

Use the SAE “S” class or wire

by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud

wise, poor handling may result.

chains.

and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow

Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28

•

If you hear noise caused by

tires have better snow traction than

kPa) more air pressure than the

chains contacting the body,

all season tires and may be more

pressure recommended for the stan-

retighten the chain to avoid

appropriate in some areas.

dard tires on the tire label on the dri-

contact with the vehicle body.

ver's side of the center pillar, or up to

•

To prevent body damage,

the maximum pressure shown on the

Summer tires

retighten the chains after driv-

tire sidewall, whichever is less.

ing 0.3~0.6 miles (0.5~1.0 km).

HYUNDAI specifies summer tires on

Do not drive faster than 75 mph (120

some models to provide superior

•

Do not use tire chains on

km/h) when your car is equipped with

performance on dry roads. Summer

vehicles equipped with alu-

snow tires.

tire performance is substantially

minum wheels. In unavoid-

reduced in snow and ice. Summer

able circumstance, use a wire

tires do not have the tire traction rat-

Tire chains

type chain.

ing M+S (Mud and Snow) on the tire

•

Use wire chains less than 0.47

Tire chains, if necessary, should be

side wall. if you plan to operate your

inches

(12 mm) to prevent

installed on the drive wheels (rear

vehicle in snowy or icy conditions.

damage to the chain’s con-

wheels).

HYUNDAI recommends the use of

nection.

snow tires or all season tires on all

Be sure that the chains are installed

four wheels.

in accordance with the manufactur-

er's instructions.

To minimize tire and chain wear, do

not continue to use tire chains when

they are no longer needed.

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