Maintenance
Tire terminology and definitions
Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascals (kPa) before a tire has built
up heat from driving.
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT Markings: A code molded into
the sidewall of a tire signifying that
the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation motor
vehicle safety standards. The DOT
code includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
ignator which can also identify the
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Air Pressure: The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascal (kPa).
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If the tire is impacted, inspect
the tire condition or contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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To prevent damage to the tire,
inspect the tire condition and
1,800miles
Accessory Weight: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
pressure
every
(3,000km).
accessories
are,
automatic
transaxle, power seats, and air con-
ditioning.
CAUTION
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It is not easy to recognize the
tire damage with your own
eyes. But if there is the slight-
est hint of tire damage, even
though you cannot see the tire
damage with your own eyes,
have the tire checked or
replaced because the tire
damage may cause air leak-
age from the tire.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel tire manufacturer, production plant,
wires wrapped by steel cords that brand and date of production.
hold the tire onto the rim.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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If the tire is damaged by driv-
ing on a rough road, off road,
pothole, manhole, or curb
stone, it will not be covered by
the warranty.
You can find out the tire infor-
mation on the tire sidewall.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
which the plies are laid at alternate
Rating for the Front Axle.
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle.
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