wheel HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2021 Owners Manual

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Ply
A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords.
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber,
chemicals, fabric and steel or other
materials, that, when mounted on an
automotive wheel provides the traction
and contains the gas or fluid that
sustains the load.
Pneumatic options weight
The combined weight of installed regular
production options weighing over 5 lb.
(2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items
which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty breaks, ride
levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery,
and special trim.
Recommended Inflation Pressure
Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown on the
tire placard.
Radial Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords
that extend to the beads are laid at 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread.
Rim
A metal support for a tire and upon
which the tire beads are seated.
Sidewall
The portion of a tire between the tread
and the bead.
Speed Rating
An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire
indicating the maximum speed at which
a tire can operate.
Traction
The friction between the tire and
the road surface. The amount of grip
provided.
Tread
The portion of a tire that comes into
contact with the road.
Treadwear Indicators
Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear
bars”, that show across the tread of a tire
when only 1/16 inch of tread remains.
UTQGS
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
is a tire information system that provides
consumers with ratings for a tire’s
traction, temperature and treadwear.
Ratings are determined by tire
manufacturers using government testing
procedures. The ratings are molded into
the sidewall of the tire.
Vehicle Capacity Weight
The number of designated seating
positions multiplied by 150 lbs. (68 kg)
plus the rated cargo and luggage load.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire
Load on an individual tire due to curb
and accessory weight plus maximum
occupant and cargo weight.
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each axle
its share of the curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight and
dividing by 2.
Vehicle Placard
A label permanently attached to a vehicle
showing the original equipment tire size
and recommended inflation pressure.

Maintenance9-38
All Season Tires
HYUNDAI specifies all season tires
on some models to provide good
performance for use all year round,
including snowy and icy road conditions.
All season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M+S (Mud and Snow) on
the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than all season tires and
may be more appropriate in some areas.
Summer Tires
HYUNDAI specifies summer tires on
some models to provide superior
performance on dry roads. Summer tire
performance is substantially reduced in
snow and ice. Summer tires do not have
the tire traction rating M+S (Mud and
Snow) on the tire side wall. If you plan
to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
conditions, HYUNDAI recommends the
use of snow tires or all season tires on all
four wheels.
Snow Tires
If you equip your car with snow tires,
they should be the same size and have
the same load capacity as the original
tires. Snow tires should be installed on
all four wheels; otherwise, poor handling
may result. Snow tires should carry 4
psi (28 kPa) more air pressure than the
pressure recommended for the standard
tires on the tire label on the driver’s
side of the center pillar, or up to the
maximum pressure shown on the tire
sidewall, whichever is less. Do not drive
faster than 75 mph (120 km/h) when your
vehicle is equipped with snow tires.
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.

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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.
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).

Maintenance
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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.
Aluminum wheel maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
NOTICE
• 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.

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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.

Index
I-6
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) ........................................................................\
7-109
Function malfunction and limitations ............................................................7-1

13
Function operation ........................................................................\
..................7

-111
Function settings ........................................................................\
....................7-1

10
Hood
........................................................................\
............................................ 5-59
How to Use

This Manual
........................................................................\
............... 1-4
I
If the Engine Overheats
........................................................................\
................. 8-6
If the Engine

Will not Start
........................................................................\
............ 8-3
If the Engine Doesn’t

Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly
....................................8-3
If the Engine T

urns Over Normally but Doesn’t Start
....................................... 8-3
If you Have a Flat

Tire (With spare tire)
............................................................. 8-14
Changing Tires ........................................................................\
......................... 8-15
Jack and T

ools
........................................................................\
.......................... 8-14
Ignition Switch
........................................................................\
.............................. 6-5
Engine Start/Stop Button ........................................................................\
............6-8
Key Ignition Switch ........................................................................\
.................. 6-5
Important Safety Precautions
........................................................................\
......... 3-2
Air Bag Hazards ........................................................................\
......................... 3-2
Always W

ear Your Seat Belt
........................................................................\
...... 3-2
Control Your

Speed
........................................................................\
.................... 3-2
Driver Distraction ........................................................................\
....................... 3-2
Keep Y

our Vehicle in Safe Condition
................................................................. 3-2
Restrain All

Children
........................................................................\
.................. 3-2
In Case of an Emer

gency 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 T

ire While Driving
............................................................... 8-3
Infotainment System
........................................................................\
.................. 5-1

17
Antenna ........................................................................\
..................................5-1

18
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology hands-free ..................................................5-120
How vehicle radio works ........................................................................\
........ 5-121
Infotainment system ........................................................................\
............... 5-120
Steering wheel audio control ........................................................................\
..5-1

19
USB Port ........................................................................\
................................5-1

17
Voice recognition ........................................................................\
....................5-120

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I-11
Special Driving Conditions ........................................................................\
.........6-43
Driving at Night ........................................................................\
....................... 6-44
Driving in Flooded Areas ........................................................................\
.........6-45
Driving in the Rain ........................................................................\
................... 6-44
Hazardous Driving Conditions ........................................................................\
.6-43
Highway Driving ........................................................................\
...................... 6-45
Rocking the V

ehicle........................................................................\
.................. 6-43
Smooth Cornering ........................................................................\
.................... 6-44
Steering

Wheel
........................................................................\
............................. 5-38
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........................................................................\
.5-38
Horn ........................................................................\
.......................................... 5-40
Tilt Steering /

Telescope Steering
..................................................................... 5-39
Storage Compartment
........................................................................\
................ 5-1

10
Center console storage ........................................................................\
...........5-1

10
Glove box ........................................................................\
...............................5-1

10
Sunroof
........................................................................\
........................................ 5-55
Resetting the sunroof ........................................................................\
................5-58
Sunroof open warning ........................................................................\
..............5-58
Sunroof opening and closing ........................................................................\
....5-56
Sunshade

........................................................................\
................................... 5-57
Tilting the sunroof ........................................................................\
.................... 5-57
T
T

ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
........................................................... 8-8
Changing a tire with TPMS ........................................................................\
...... 8-12
Check tire pressure ........................................................................\
..................... 8-8
Low tire pressure position and tire pressure telltale .........................................8-10
Low tire pressure telltale ........................................................................\
.......... 8-10
Tire pressure monitoring system ........................................................................\
8-9
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) malfunction indicator ...................8-12
T

ire Specification and Pressure Label
................................................................. 2-14
T

ires and Wheels
........................................................................\
.................. 2-9/9-27
All Season T

ires
........................................................................\
....................... 9-38
Check T

ire Inflation Pressure
........................................................................\
... 9-28
Low Aspect Ratio

Tires
........................................................................\
............ 9-39
Radial-Ply T

ires
........................................................................\
........................ 9-38
Recommended Cold T

ire Inflation Pressures
................................................... 9-27
Snow Tires ........................................................................\
................................ 9-38
Summer Tires ........................................................................\
...........................9-38

Index
I-12
Tire Care ........................................................................\
...................................9-27
Tire Maintenance ........................................................................\
......................9-32
Tire Replacement ........................................................................\
.....................9-30
Tire Rotation ........................................................................\
............................. 9-29
Tire Sidewall Labeling ........................................................................\
.............9-32
Tire

Terminology and Definitions
.................................................................... 9-35
Tire T

raction
........................................................................\
............................. 9-32
Wheel Alignment and

Tire Balance
................................................................. 9-30
Wheel Replacement ........................................................................\
.................. 9-32
T

owing
........................................................................\
......................................... 8-20
Emergency towing ........................................................................\
....................8-22
Emergency T

owing
........................................................................\
.................. 8-21
Removable towing hook ........................................................................\
...........8-21
Towing Service ........................................................................\
......................... 8-20
T

railer Towing
........................................................................\
............................. 6-54
T

runk
........................................................................\
............................................ 5-61
Emergency trunk safety release ........................................................................\
5-62
Smart Trunk

release
........................................................................\
.................. 5-63
V
V

ehicle Break-In Process
........................................................................\
............... 1-7
V

ehicle Certification Label
........................................................................\
.......... 2-13
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
.............................................. 1-8
V

ehicle Identification Number (
VIN) .................................................................. 2-13
V

ehicle load limit
........................................................................\
......................... 6-49
Tire Loading Information Label .......................................................................6-50
V

ehicle Modifications
........................................................................\
.................... 1-7
V

olume and Weight
........................................................................\
...................... 2-10