HYUNDAI SONATA 2023 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI, Model Year: 2023, Model line: SONATA, Model: HYUNDAI SONATA 2023Pages: 555, PDF Size: 42.72 MB
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07
7-13
if you Have a flaT Tire (WiTH sPare Tire)
WARNING
Changing a tire can be dangerous.
Follow the instructions in this section
when changing a tire to reduce the risk
of serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Be careful as you use the jack handle to
stay clear of the flat end. The flat end
has sharp edges that could cause cuts.
Jack and Tools
OLF064004N
(1) Jack handle
(2) Jack
(3) Wheel lug nut wrench The jack, jack handle, and wheel lug
nut wrench are stored in the luggage
compartment under the luggage box
cover.
The jack is provided for emergency tire
changing only.
OLF064031N
Turn the winged hold down bolt
counterclockwise to remove the spare
tire.
Store the spare tire in the same
compartment by turning the winged hold
down bolt clockwise.
To prevent the spare tire and tools from
“rattling”, store them in their proper
location.
OLF064005
If it is hard to loosen the tire hold-down
wing bolt by hand, you can loosen it easily using the jack handle.
1. Put the jack handle (1) inside of the tire hold-down wing bolt.
2. Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt counterclockwise with the jack handle.
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Emergency Situations
7-14
Changing Tires
WARNING
A vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack
causing serious injury or death to you or
those nearby. Take the following safety
precautions: • Never place any portion of your body
under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
• NEVER attempt to change a tire in
the lane of traffic. ALWAYS move the
vehicle completely off the road on
level, firm ground away from traffic
before trying to change a tire. If you
cannot find a level, firm place off
the road, call a towing service for
assistance.
• Be sure to use the jack provided with
the vehicle.
• ALWAYS place the jack on the
designated jacking positions on the
vehicle and NEVER on the bumpers
or any other part of the vehicle for jacking support.
• Do not start or run the engine while
the vehicle is on the jack.
• Do not allow anyone to remain in the
vehicle while it is on the jack.
• Keep children away from the road
and the vehicle. Follow these steps to change your
vehicle’s tire:
1. Park on a level, firm surface.
2. Move the shift button into P (Park)
apply the parking brake, and place
the ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF position.
3. Press the hazard warning flasher button.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench,
jack, jack handle, and spare tire from
the vehicle.
ODN8A069089[A] : Block
5. Block both the front and rear of the
tire diagonally opposite of the tire you
are changing.
ODN8069090L
6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts counterclockwise one turn each in
the order shown above, but do not
remove any lug nuts until the tire has
been raised off of the ground.
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07
7-15
ODN8A069091
7. Place the jack at the designated
jacking position under the frame
closest to the tire you are changing.
The jacking positions are plates
welded to the frame with two
notches. Never jack at any other
position or part of the vehicle. Doing
so may damage the sill seal molding
or other parts of the vehicle.
ODN8A069092
8. Insert the jack handle into the jack
and turn it clockwise, raising the
vehicle until the tire clears the ground.
Make sure the vehicle is stable on the jack.
9. Loosen the lug nuts with the wheel
lug nut wrench and remove them with
your fingers. Remove the wheel from
the studs and lay it flat on the ground
out of the way. Remove any dirt or
debris from the studs, mounting
surfaces, and wheel.
10. Install the spare tire onto the studs of the hub.
11. Tighten the lug nuts with your fingers
onto the studs with the smaller end of
the lug nuts closest to the wheel.
12. Lower the vehicle to the ground
by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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13. Use the wheel lug nut wrench to
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown. Double-check each lug nut
until they are tight. After changing
tires, have an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer tighten the lug nuts to their
proper torque as soon as possible. The
wheel lug nut should be tightened to
11~13 kgf·m (79~94 lbf·ft).
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Emergency Situations
7-16
If you have a tire gauge, check the tire
pressure (see “Tires and Wheels” in
chapter 2 for tire pressure instructions.).
If the pressure is lower or higher than
recommended, drive slowly to the
nearest service station and adjust it to
the recommended pressure. Always
reinstall the valve cap after checking
or adjusting tire pressure. If the cap
is not replaced, air may leak from the
tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy another
and install it as soon as possible. After
changing tires, secure the flat tire and
return the jack and tools to their proper
storage locations. If it is hard to secure
the flat tire, put the flat tire in the
luggage compartment.
NOTICE
• Check the tire pressure as soon
as possible after installing a spare
tire. Adjust it to the recommended
pressure.
• Check and tighten the wheel lug nuts
after driving over 50 km (30 miles) if
tires are replaced. Recheck the tire
wheel lug nuts after driving over
1,000 km (620 miles).
CAUTION
Your vehicle has metric threads on the
studs and lug nuts. Make certain during
tire changing that the same nuts that
were removed are reinstalled. If you
have to replace your lug nuts make
sure they have metric threads to avoid
damaging the studs and ensure the
wheel is properly secured to the hub.
Consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
for assistance.
If any of the equipment such as the jack,
lug nuts, studs, or other equipment is
damaged or in poor condition, do not
attempt to change the tire and call for
assistance.
Use of compact spare tires (if equipped)
Compact spare tires are designed for
emergency use only. Drive carefully on
the compact spare tire and always follow
the safety precautions.
WARNING
To prevent compact spare tire failure
and loss of control possibly resulting in
an accident: • Use the compact spare tire only in an
emergency.
• NEVER operate your vehicle over 80
km/h (50 mph).
• Do not exceed the vehicle’s
maximum load rating or the load
carrying capacity shown on the
sidewall of the compact spare tire.
• Do not use the compact spare tire
continuously. Repair or replace the
original tire as soon as possible to
avoid failure of the compact spare
tire.
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07
7-17
When driving with the compact spare tire
mounted to your vehicle: • Check the tire pressure after installing
the compact spare tire. The compact
spare tire should be inflated to 420
kPa (60 psi).
• Do not take this vehicle through
an automatic car wash while the
compact spare tire is installed.
• Do not use the compact spare tire on
any other vehicle because this tire
has been designed especially for your
vehicle.
• The compact spare tire’s tread life is
shorter than a regular tire. Inspect
your compact spare tire regularly and
replace worn compact spare tires with
the same size and design, mounted on the same wheel.
• Do not use more than one compact
spare tire at a time.
NOTICE
When the original tire and wheel are
repaired and reinstalled on the vehicle,
the lug nut torque must be set correctly.
The correct lug nut tightening torque is
11~13 kgf·m (79~94 lbf·ft).
CAUTION
To prevent damaging the compact
spare tire and your vehicle: • Drive slowly enough for the road
conditions to avoid all hazards, such
as a potholes or debris.
• Avoid driving over obstacles. The
compact spare tire diameter is
smaller than the diameter of a
conventional tire and reduces the
ground clearance approximately 25
mm (1 inch).
• Do not use the compact spare tire
on any other wheels, nor should
standard tires, snow tires, wheel
covers or trim rings be used with the
compact spare wheel.
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Emergency Situations
7-18
Jack label
Example
OHYK065011
The actual Jack label in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
For more detailed specifications, refer to the label attached to the jack.
1. Model Name
2. Maximum allowable load
3. When using the jack, set your parking brake.
4. When using the jack, stop the engine.
5. Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
6. The designated locations under the frame
7. When supporting the vehicle, the base
plate of jack must be vertical under
the lifting point. 8. Shift into Reverse gear on vehicles
with manual transmission or move the
shift button to the P (Park) position on
vehicles with automatic transmission.
9. The jack should be used on firm level
ground.
10. Jack manufacture
11. Production date
12. Representative company and address
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we recommend having it done by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or a
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Towing Service
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[A] : Dollies
If emergency towing is necessary,
we recommend having it done by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service. Proper
lifting and towing procedures are
necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. The use of wheel dollies or
flatbed is recommended.
On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and
the front wheels off the ground. If any
of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged or the vehicle
is being towed with the front wheels on
the ground, use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
When being towed by a commercial tow
truck and wheel dollies are not used,
the front of the vehicle should always be
lifted, not the rear.
CAUTION
• Do not tow the vehicle with the front
wheels on the ground as this may
cause damage to the vehicle.
ODN8079012L
• Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. Use a wheel lift or
flatbed equipment.
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Emergency Situations
7-20
WARNING
If your vehicle is equipped with a
rollover sensor, place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF or ACC position
when the vehicle is being towed. The side impact and curtain air bag
may deploy if the sensor detects the
situation as a rollover.
When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ACC position.
2. Place the shift button in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
Failure to place the shift button in N
(Neutral) when being towed with the
front wheels on the ground can cause
internal damage to the transmission.
Emergency Towing
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
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07
7-21
BasIC trouBleshootIng guIDe
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
Starter won’t function
Engine turns over but will not start
Engine misfires
Engine overheats
Engine stops while driving driving
Fuel consumption is excessive
Brake pedal is spongy
Braking power is insufficient
Steering wheel is heavy
Steering wheel shakes
Steering wheel pulls to one side while driving
Vehicle pulls to one side while braking
Tire wear is abnormal
Charge warning light comes on while driving
Wipers, horn or lights won’t funciton
Battery discharge is excessive
Engine overheating O
Low fuel level O O
Fuel lines clogged O O
Fuel pump defective O O
Strainer clogged O O
Rich mixture O O O Water intrusion into fuel O O O
Coolant leakage OHigh idle speed O
Engine oil insufficient or defective O O
Battery fluid shortage O O
Battery discharged O O O
Battery terminal poor contact O O
Starter or ignition switch malfunction O
Ignition timing incorrect O O O Spark plugs deteriorated O O Spark plugs defective O
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Emergency Situations
7-22
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
Starter won’t function
Engine turns over but will not start
Engine misfires
Engine overheats
Engine stops while driving driving
Fuel consumption is excessive
Brake pedal is spongy
Braking power is insufficient
Steering wheel is heavy
Steering wheel shakes
Steering wheel pulls to one side while driving
Vehicle pulls to one side while braking
Tire wear is abnormal
Charge warning light comes on while driving
Wipers, horn or lights won’t funciton
Battery discharge is excessive
Ignition circuit faulty O O Ignition coil or condensor faulty O O O
Distributor faulty O
Alternator belt loose O O O O O Check fuses, bulbs or wiring O
Brake dragging O O
Shift lever not positioned in
"P" or "N" range O
Frequent driving in lower gear O
Air intrusion into brake lines O
Brake fluid insufficient O
Brake disc and pads wet O O
Brake pad wear O O
Wheel alignment incorrect O O O O O O Wheel balance incorrect O O
Tire pressure incorrect
(too low or high) O O O O
Tire size incorrect O