A Hyundai Sonata’s recommended tire pressure is 34 pounds per square inch (PSI). Maintaining this pressure is important so that your tires wear evenly and you arrive at your destination safely.

For your vehicle to be most efficient, make sure your tire pressure is just right—not too low and not too high. Improperly inflated tires can result in bad fuel economy, steering issues, or even a dangerous blowout.

You could end up paying a lot for repairs down the road simply because your tires needed air. Avoid all this by regularly checking your Sonata’s tire pressure.

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What is the right tire pressure for a Hyundai Sonata?

For both the front and rear tires on a Hyundai Sonata, the correct PSI is 34. You can confirm this info by referring to your owner’s manual or the sticker on the doorframe on the driver’s side.

Trim level often dictates the recommended PSI. The

Hyundai Sonata SE

, for instance, also needs 34 PSI. The

Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus

, on the other hand, requires 34 to 35 PSI. It’s only a slight difference but accuracy counts here.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Hyundai vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
2022 Hyundai Tucson	35 PSI	35 PSI
2022 Hyundai Sante Fe	35 PSI	35 PSI
2022 Hyundai Kona LE	36 PSI	36 PSI
2022 Hyundai Palisade	36 PSI	35 PSI
2022 Hyundai IONIQ	36 PSI	36 PSI
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz	35 PSI	35 PSI

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Don’t forget that different types of tires need different amounts of tire pressure. High-performance tires may have different recommended tire pressures than the tires that come standard with your Hyundai.

So, if you modify your tires, make sure you know their specific tire pressure requirements.

MORE: How low can your tire pressure go?

How to check Hyundai Sonata tire pressure

Each tire on a Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). This will light up if at least one tire is severely under-inflated. Once this telltale sign illuminates, you need to check your tire pressure and add air to the recommended level.

You don’t have to wait for a sign, though. In fact, these monitoring systems notoriously fail. So, the best strategy is to regularly check your tire pressure.

To check tire pressure, remove the valve stem cap from each tire and then push a tire pressure gauge onto the valve stem. This will give you a reading and indicate whether you need to add or remove air.

You should be on the lookout for some low-key indicators of tire issues. These include decreased performance, an uneven ride, and wonky steering. Whatever the reason for your concern, you should always inspect it right away.

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How often should you check tire pressure?

Inspect your tire pressure monthly and before going on any long road trips.

How to tell if your Hyundai Sonata needs new tires

You should change your Hyundai Sonata tires every five to six years. You might need to do it sooner if you notice wear and tear on the treads, which you can look for when checking the tire pressure.

If a tire has low tread depth and/or cracks and bulges, you should take your car to your mechanic to install new tires.

Three other signs that you need new tires for your Hyundai Sonata include:

Dry rot on the tires

The steering wheel is vibrating

Uneven wear

Exposed wires

Another way to inspect tires is with the penny method. It might seem weird but it works! All you have to do is insert a U.S. penny Lincoln’s-head-first into the tread. If the top of President Lincoln’s head is still visible, then you need new tires.

MORE:

Low tire pressure in cold weather, and how to fix it

How to reset the Hyundai Sonata tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

Sometimes the warning light connected to the TPMS won’t turn off. When this happens, you will need to

reset your tire pressure light

Here are a few ways to reset your TPMS:

Turn on your car battery, leaving the ignition off. Find the TPMS reset button and press it until the light blinks three times. Release the button, turn on the ignition, and the light should now be off.

Inflate the tires (including the spare tire) to three PSI over the recommended amount. Then, deflate and inflate them again to the exact recommended tire pressure.

Drive for at least 50 MPH for a minimum of 10 minutes. When you turn on the car again, the light should be off.

With the vehicle off, disconnect the positive battery cable under the hood using a wrench. Then, turn on the car, honk the horn for 3 to 5 seconds, and turn the car back off. Then, reconnect the

battery

Each of these methods should successfully reset the TPMS.

MORE:

What to do if you have a flat tire

How to save on Hyundai Sonata insurance

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