Get Emergency Situations -> If you have a flat tire (with Tire Mobility Kit) Guide for Hyundai Kona SUV Second Generation (2023-2026)

If You Have A Flat Tire (With Tire Mobility Kit)

if equipped

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1. Compressor

2. Sealant bottle

For safe operation, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual before use.

The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix to the tire, have the tire replaced by an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.

CAUTION

When two or more tires are flat, do not use the Tire Mobility Kit because the sealant

provided with the Tire Mobility Kit must be used for only one flat tire.

WARNING

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit to repair punctures in the tire walls. This can result in an

accident due to tire failure.

• Have your tire repaired as soon as possible. The tire may lose air pressure at any time

after inflating with the Tire Mobility Kit.

Introduction

With the Tire Mobility Kit you stay mobile even after experiencing a tire puncture.

The compressor and sealing compound system effectively and comfortably seals most

punctures in a passenger car tire caused by nails or similar objects and reinflates the tire.

After you are ensure that the tire is properly sealed you can drive cautiously on the tire

(distance up to 120 miles (200 km)) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) in order to

reach a service station or tire dealer for tire replacement.

It is possible that some tires, especially with larger punctures or damage to the sidewall,

cannot be sealed completely.

Air pressure loss in the tire may adversely affect tire performance.

For this reason, you should avoid abrupt steering or other driving maneuvers, especially if

the vehicle is heavily loaded or if a trailer is in use.

The Tire Mobility Kit is not designed or intended as a permanent tire repair method and is

to be used for one tire only.

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This instruction shows you step by step how to temporarily seal the puncture simply and

reliably.

Read the section "Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit".

Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit

• Park your vehicle at the side of the road so that you can work with the Tire Mobility Kit

away from moving traffic.

• To be sure your vehicle does not move, even when you are on level ground, always

apply your parking brake.

• Only use the Tire Mobility Kit for sealing/inflation passenger car tires. Only punctured

areas located within the tread region of the tire can be sealed using the tire mobility kit.

• Do not use on motorcycles, bicycles or any other type of tires.

• When the tire and wheel are damaged, do not use Tire Mobility Kit.

• Use of the Tire Mobility Kit may not be effective for tire damage larger than about 0.16

inches (4 mm).

Contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer if the tire cannot be made roadworthy with the

Tire Mobility Kit.

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit if a tire is severely damaged by driving run flat or with

insufficient air pressure.

• Only punctured areas located within the tread region of the tire can be sealed using the

Tire Mobility Kit.

• Do not remove any foreign objects such as nails or screws that have penetrated the tire.

• Provided the vehicle is outdoors, leave the vehicle running. Otherwise operating the

compressor may eventually drain the car battery.

• Never leave the Tire Mobility Kit unattended while it is being used.

• Do not leave the compressor running for more than 10 minutes at a time or it may

overheat.

• Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit if the ambient temperature is below -22 °F (-30 °C).

• In case of skin contact with the sealant, wash the area thoroughly with plenty of water.

If the irritation persists, seek medical attention.

• In case of eye contact with the sealant, flush your eyes for at least 15 minutes. If the

irritation persists, seek medical attention.

• In case of swallowing the sealant, rinse the mouth and drink plenty of water. However,

never give anything to an unconscious person and seek medical attention immediately.

• Long time exposure to the sealant may cause damage to bodily tissue such as kidney,

etc.

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Components of the Tire Mobility Kit

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1. Speed restriction label

2. Sealant bottle

3. Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel

4. Connectors and cable for the power outlet direct connection

5. Holder for the sealant bottle

6. Compressor

7. ON/OFF switch

8. Pressure gauge for displaying the tire inflation pressure

9. Button for reducing the tire inflation pressure

Strictly follow the specified sequence, otherwise the sealant may escape under high

pressure.

WARNING

Do not use the tire sealant after the sealant has expired (the expiration date is pasted on

the sealant container). This can increase the risk of tire failure.

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WARNING

Sealant

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Avoid contact with eyes.

• Do not swallow.

Using the Tire Mobility Kit when a tire is flat

CAUTION

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Detach the speed restriction label (1) from the sealant bottle (2), and place it in a highly

visible place inside the vehicle such as on the steering wheel to remind the driver not to

drive too fast.

CAUTION

If only the tire pressure needs to be adjusted, refer to the "How to adjust tire pressure"

section in this chapter.

Before using the Tire Mobility Kit, be fully aware of the explanation on the sealant.

1

Shake the sealant bottle (2).

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2 Remove the sealant bottle (2) cap and sealant bottle holder (5) cap and screw the

bottle onto the sealant bottle holder.

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3 Make sure the compressor valve on the filling hose is locked.

4 Unscrew the valve cap and screw the filling hose (3) onto the tire valve.

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CAUTION

Securely install the sealant filling hose to the valve. If not, sealant may flow backward,

possibly clogging the filling hose.

5 Make sure the compressor is turned off and plug the compressor power cord (4) into

the vehicle power outlet.

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WARNING

Do not connect another vehicle's Tire Mobility Kit to the power outlet. This may cause a

fire due to the difference in current capacity.

6 With the engine ON, switch on the compressor and let it run for about 5-7 minutes

to fill the sealant up to proper pressure. (refer to the "Tires and wheels" section in

chapter 2). The inflation pressure of the tire after filling is unimportant and can be

checked/corrected later.

Be careful not to overinflate the tire and stay away from the tire when filling it.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to drive your vehicle if the tire pressure is below 29 psi (200 kPa). This

could result in an accident due to sudden tire failure.

7

Switch off the compressor.

8 Detach the hoses from the sealant bottle connector and from the tire valve.

Return the Tire Mobility Kit to its storage location in the vehicle.

9 Immediately drive about 4-6 miles (7-10 km or about 10 minutes) to evenly distribute

the sealant in the tire.

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Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). If possible, do not fall below a speed of 12

mph (20 km/h).

While driving, if you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance or noise,

reduce your speed and drive with caution until you can safely pull off of the side of

the road.

Call for road side service or towing.

10 After driving about 4-6 miles (7-10 km or about 10 minutes), stop at a safety location.

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11 Connect the filling hose (3) of the compressor directly to the tire valve.

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12 Plug the compressor power cord into the vehicle power outlet.

13 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the recommended tire inflation.

With the engine running, proceed as follows:

• To increase the inflation pressure: Switch on the compressor. To check the current

inflation pressure setting, briefly switch off the compressor.

• To reduce the inflation pressure: Press the button (9) on the compressor.

NOTICE

Do not let the compressor run for more than 10 minutes, otherwise the device may

overheat and may be damaged.

Information

The pressure gauge may show higher than actual reading when the compressor is

running. To get an accurate tire pressure, the compressor needs to be turned off.

CAUTION

• If the tire inflation pressure is not maintained, drive the vehicle a second time, refer to

step 9. Then repeat steps 10 to 13.

• Use of the Tire Mobility Kit may not be effective for tire damage larger than about 0.16

inches (4 mm).

Contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer if the tire cannot be made roadworthy with the

Tire Mobility Kit.

WARNING

The tire inflation pressure must be inflated to the proper pressure, refer to the "Tires and

wheels" section in chapter 2. If it is not inflated, do not continue to drive.

Call for road side service or towing.

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CAUTION

Tire pressure sensor

The sealant on the tire pressure sensor and wheel should be removed when you replace

the tire with a new one and inspect the tire pressure sensors. Have this done at an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Information

When reinstalling the repaired or replaced tire and wheel on the vehicle, tighten the

wheel nut to 79-94 lbf·ft (11-13 kgf·m).

How to adjust tire pressure

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1

Park your vehicle in a safe location.

2 Connect the filling hose (3) of the compressor directly to the tire valve.

3 Plug the compressor power cord (4) into the vehicle power outlet.

4 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the recommended tire inflation.

With the engine running, proceed as follows:

• To increase the inflation pressure: Switch on the compressor. To check the current

inflation pressure setting, briefly switch off the compressor.

• To reduce the inflation pressure: Press the button (9) on the compressor.

NOTICE

Do not let the compressor run for more than 10 minutes, otherwise the device may

overheat and may be damaged.

Information

• The pressure gauge may show higher than actual reading when the compressor is

running. To get an accurate tire reading, the compressor needs to be turned off.

• When reinstalling the repaired or replaced tire and wheel on the vehicle, tighten the

wheel nut to 79-94 lbf·ft (11-13kgf·m).

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CAUTION

Do not use the sealant when the tire pressure only needs to be adjusted.

WARNING

The tire inflation pressure must be inflated to the proper pressure, refer to the "Tires and

wheels" section in chapter 2. If it is not inflated, do not continue to drive.

Call for road side service or towing.

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Emergency Situations -> If you have a flat tire (with Tire Mobility Kit) for Your Hyundai Kona SUV Second Generation (2023-2026)

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