Hyundai Sonata: Removing and storing the spare tire

Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt counterclockwise.
Store the tire in the reverse order of removal.
To prevent the spare tire and tools from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store them properly.
Jack and tools
The jack, jack handle, and wheel lug nut wrench are stored in the luggage compartment.
Pull up the luggage box cover to reach this equipment.
(1) Jack handle (2) Jack (3) Wheel lug nut wrench
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Changing tires
1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Shift the shift lever into R (Reverse) with manual transaxle or P (Park) with
automatic transaxle.
3. Activate the hazard warn ...
See also:
Emergency trunk safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency trunk release cable located inside
the trunk. The lever glows in the dark when the trunk lid is closed. If someone
is inadvertently locked in the trunk ...
Automatic climate control system
Type A
Type B
1. Front windshield defrost button
2. Rear window defrost button
3. AUTO (automatic control) button
4. OFF button
5. Driver’s temperature control knob
6. Mode indicator
7. ...
Restrictions in handling keys
When leaving keys with parking lot and valet attendants, the following procedures
will ensure that your vehicle’s trunk and glove box compartment can only be opened
with the mechanical key.
L ...
