The tire tools that come with the truck must be used to unwind (counterclockwise). If the cable becomes stuck on the spool, it may require two people to free it; one must pull down on the spare while the other unwinds. The tire is hefty, so try to avoid getting beneath it.
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Pawper
Hello, does anyone see a good reason why the Santa Fe’s tiny spare tire shouldn’t be replaced with a full size? We recently purchased new Michelin Latitude tires and took home the two nicest OEM Bridgstone wheels with the intention of mounting one of them as a spare. One of our winter tires and wheels was placed in the holder, and it fit—it was just thicker. I’m not sure why they didn’t provide a full-size spare with the original equipment.
Did anyone else need to change their OEM tires at only 30000km, sort of on the same subject? (3.3l 2009 GLS AWD)
mario349
All Santa Fe owners should go outside tomorrow or later today to try to lower their spare tire. If you can’t (and many of you won’t be able to since the mechanism’s long bolt has rusted solidly to the nut), you should remedy this straight away. If that doesn’t work, use the tire iron to turn until you either break the bolt away or split it in half. You can try using PB Blaster on the bolt and nut at the top of the hook. How to fix it now… cheaply! Purchase a 10″ long 1/2″ CARRIAGE BOLT and two 7/16″ or 1/2″ washers from the neighborhood Tractor Supply (or an equivalent). Should cost under $2 based on weight. Remove the old bolt components and trim (with a hacksaw) the old bolt that protrudes from the hook piece’s “nut” that was facing up. The exciting thing now is that you must drill out the old bolt from the nut (unless you want to spend more than $80.00 on a replacement part). Drill out all the remnants of the old bolts starting with a 3/16″ drill and moving up to a 29/64″ drill. At this stage, use a 1/2″ -18 tap through to remove the old nut from the hook. Grab the bolt you purchased and, using a grinder, shape the circular carriage bolt’s head so that the tire wrench will fit on it. Use the tire wrench to test the fit. Once finished, attach the two washers to the bolt and insert them where the old bolt was into the existing bolt hole. Reinstall the old tube/washer assembly from underneath the car and apply anti-seize compound to the new bolt. The previously rethreaded hook piece should be spun (CW) on about an inch up the threads. Utilizing the tire iron wrench, secure the tire carrier cradle to the hook and tighten the bolt from the top so that the tire and cradle are fully up and snug. I’m done. Now you can reach the spare when you need to!
On a Hyundai Santa Fe from 2022, where is the spare tire?
Your spare tire is easy to locate. It is situated beneath your car, beneath the bed area. All you have to do to get to it is lower your tire from the back of your car. Your vehicle is equipped with all the tools need to complete that.
Is there a spare tire on the Hyundai Santa Fe?
You can change a flat tire on the Santa Fe and continue driving to get the flat fixed or replaced (not accessible on Limited/Calligraphy AWD). If a car doesn’t have a spare tire, you have to try to fix the tire first, and if that doesn’t work, you have to call for help and have it towed.
Why do Hyundais not come with spare tires?
Due to the fact that the Hyundai Ioniq is a hybrid, it may not have a spare tire, as having one would reduce gas consumption. You can store a spare tire in your trunk without harming the aerodynamics of the vehicle. They do, however, increase the weight of the vehicle, which may reduce its fuel efficiency.
There are several potential causes of flat tires, therefore it would be helpful if the Ioniq had a spare in the trunk. There is no need to fret, though, since Hyundai has created a kit for the vehicle that will suffice for the time being.
The Hyundai Santa Fe from 2005 has what size lug nuts?
Wheel lug nuts: M12-1.50 Thread, Conical 60, Bulge Acorn, 1.385″ L, Chrome, 4 Pack, Dorman Autograde (Part No. 711-305)
The Hyundai Santa Fe from 2016 has what size lug nuts?
Cone Seat Acorn Lug Nuts by Gorilla Automotive for the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe (r). M12 x 1.5 thread size. 13/16″ hex size. Length Overall: 35.56 mm
What side of the spare tire is exposed?
Fix the spare tire to the hub. A doughnut tire’s valve stem ought to point outward and away from the car. It is simple to install acorn-style lug nuts reverse if your car has them.
How far can a spare tire be driven on?
You can drive to the closest repair facility with the spare tire in order to have the flat tire evaluated and either repaired or replaced. With a donut-shaped spare tire, you should not travel faster than 50 mph or farther than 50 miles. Long-distance driving with a spare tire could potentially harm the transmission and other components of the car.
Why does my back tire have a lock?
Unless anything extraordinary has caused the brake caliper to lock the brake rotor, a failing wheel bearing is the most likely culprit. However, a simple bearing failure is by far the most typical cause of what you are describing. Requesting replacement of the wheel bearing will result in repair. Once it is determined that the bearing has failed, a qualified mechanic will be sent, and the replacement will happen right there at your location. If there’s anything we can do to help, kindly let us know.
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What distinguishes a donut from a spare tire?
Full-size tires are used as spares. The spare tires are the same size as the ones your car is now using. You can drive normally with spare tires while experiencing no discernible performance or handling changes. We strongly advise including the full-size spare tire in your regular tire rotations if your car has one. This routine will guarantee that all of your tires have enough air in them and wear uniformly. The temporary spare tire is a doughnut. Donut tires are considerably more compact than regular tires. Until you can purchase a new full-sized tire, donuts should only be used for short trips. Never operate a vehicle on a donut at high speeds or for a lengthy period of time. When you are driving on a donut, you’ll notice that your car performs and handles very differently.
What happens if you use your spare tire too quickly?
Speeding when using a donut spare tire might result in flat tires, tire wear, or tire rupture, which can impair control of the vehicle and cause accidents. Additionally, it could harm components of the car like the brakes, steering, suspension, and transmission.
Can a spare tire that is 10 years old still be used?
John Paul claims that the majority of full-size spare tires are made to endure seven to ten years. To be safe, drivers should never operate a vehicle on a tire that has obvious damage, such as sidewall cracks, punctures, impact bulges, or uneven tread wear.
Although it used to be usual practice for drivers to rotate a full-size spare with the other tires on their car, Paul noted that this is no longer the case. You should check your spare tire’s air pressure the next time you have a chance and fill it up properly if it has been hidden in the trunk or below the car for a while. For the precise amount of air required, consult the owners manual or the placard on the driver’s side door jamb.
Drivers of vehicles equipped with compact spare tires, sometimes known as “donuts” or “space savers,” should be aware that these tires require substantially higher air pressure than a conventional full-size spare, up to 60 pounds per square inch. If not, check the owner’s handbook or the sign on the door frame. The suggested air pressure for a doughnut may be stamped on the sidewall.
Dry rot can develop if the lack of air pressure, Northeast weather exposure, and infrequent use are all ignored. Oils and other substances in the rubber dry out and destroy the tire when this happens. In order to extend the life of the spare, Paul advised checking its air pressure each time you checked the other four and adding air as necessary.
Why are spare tires absent from modern cars?
Q. When I learned that my new car doesn’t have a spare tire, I was shocked. Was I defrauded?
Today’s new cars come with a compressor and sealant kit to temporarily replace a flat tire, but about one-third of them do not have a spare tire. A run-flat tire, which is made to function for a short distance after losing air from a conventional puncture, is available on some vehicles without a spare.
Because of regulatory pressure to get more miles per gallon of gasoline, automakers are omitting the spare tire: by removing the 40–50 pounds that a tire and jack typically add to a car’s weight, fuel economy is somewhat increased. (Incidentally, because automakers don’t have to pay for those parts, this enhances their profits.)
The issue is that if a tire’s sidewall is cut or if the flat is brought on by more severe damage than a tread rupture, a sealant kit won’t be of much assistance. Think about investing in a spare-tire kit, which comes with a tire, jack, and lug wrench, if you want to be ready for any kind of flat tire. These starter kits cost about $150.
Before you take delivery, “know how your automobile is outfitted,” advises Chris Jones, a licensed mechanic and tire specialist at CR. “Don’t assume the car has a spare tire if you’re going to purchase it. The showroom is the finest place to learn, where you can also utilize it as a talking point, rather than on the side of the road after a flat tire.”
I’m from New England and have driven anything from a Segway to an aircraft carrier. I have collectively operated tens of thousands of vehicles, many of them on international racetracks. At the CR Auto Test Center today, such knowledge and enthusiasm are being used to empower customers. And if that means sacrificing some tires in the name of the truth, then be it. Continue with me