Hyundai Kona: Tires and wheels / Wheel alignment and tire balance

The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.

In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.

If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.

NOTICE

Incorrect wheel weights can damage your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only approved wheel weights.

Tire rotation
To equalize tread wear, HYUNDAI recommends that the tires be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops. During rotation, check the tires for correct balance. When ro ...

Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. This shows there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when thi ...

Other information:

Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2025 Service Manual: Auto Defogging Sensor Repair procedures
Diagnosis With GDS 1. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning can be quickly diagnosed failed parts with vehicle diagnostic system (GDS). ※ The diagnostic system (GDS) provides the following information. (1) Self d ...

Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2025 Service Manual: Front Oil Seal Repair procedures
Removal and Installation 1. Crankshaft damper pulley. (Refer to Timing System - "Damper Pulley") 2. Remove the front oil seal (A). 3. Install the front oil seal. ...

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