Hyundai 2006 Elantra User Manual

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

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SPARE TIRE

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TEMPORARY SPARE TIRE

The following instructions for the tem-
porary spare tire should be observed:

1. Check inflation pressure as soon as

possible after installing the spare
tire, and adjust to the specified pres-
sure. The tire pressure should be
periodically checked and maintained
at the specified pressure while the
tire is stored.

Spare Tire Pressure

CAUTION:

Serious loss of engine coolant indicates
there is a leak in the cooling system and this
should be checked as soon as possible by
a Hyundai dealer.

Tire Size

Inflation Pressure

T125/70D(R)15

60 psi (420 kPa)

2. The spare tire should only be used

temporarily and should be returned
to the luggage compartment as soon
as the original tire can be repaired or
replaced.

3. Continuous use at speeds of over 50

mph (80 km/h) is not recommended.

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CAUTION:

o Do not use snow chains with your

temporary spare tire.

o Do not use more than one tempo-

rary spare tire at a time.

o Do not tow a trailer while the tem-

porary spare tire is installed.

4. As the temporary spare tire is spe-

cifically designed for your car, it
should not be used on any other
vehicle.

5. The temporary spare tire should not

be used on any other wheels, nor
should standard tires, snow tires,
wheel covers or trim rings be used
with the temporary spare wheel. If
such use is attempted, damage to
these items or other car components
may occur.

6. The temporary spare tire pressure

should be checked once a month
while the tire is stored.

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