—too little and your gas mileage drops like a rock. But when it's just right, you can feel the difference it makes to your handling and fuel economy.

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What’s the right tire pressure for a Hyundai Kona?

Assuming you've kept the original tires, the correct tire pressure for a Hyundai Kona is 33 psi for the front tires, 33 psi for the rear, and 60 psi for the spare. If you’ve since replaced your tires, you should check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

In the automotive world, psi stands for pound per inch. It’s a measurement of how much stress a gas places on its container—in this case, the air in your tires. Here’s your guide to dealing with the pressure so you don’t have to call

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Where to find tire pressure for a Hyundai Kona

First, take a look in the glove box or visit the

Hyundai Resources page

to find your Hyundai Kona owner’s manual. It lists the tire pressure alongside other essentials—like the best gasoline or fuel to use for your car—under "Vehicle Information". You can also find the psi recommendations printed on a sticker on the inside of the frame of the driver's door.

Never inflate your tires to the number printed on the tires themselves. It indicates the maximum pressure they can withstand. Any tires inflated to this level are likely to blow out suddenly if driven at high speeds.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Konas

Tire pressure needs differ for the Kona Electric and the performance-oriented

Kona N

. See the table below for how much to inflate:

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure	Spare tire
2023 Hyundai Kona	33 psi	33 psi	60 psi
2022 Hyundai Kona N (normal driving)	37 psi	35 psi	N/A
2022 Hyundai Kona N (track driving)	35 psi	35 psi	N/A
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric	36 psi	36 psi	N/A

If you’re taking a ride at the track, you should only adjust the pressure in the Kona N’s tires once you’ve warmed up the tires by driving around. As soon as you're ready to drive normally again, you should return them to the original recommendations.

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How do you know when Hyundai Kona tire pressure is low?

Sluggish handling, poor gas mileage, and wobbly steering can indicate

underinflated tires

. Fortunately, most modern Konas will simply tell you when it's time to check the tire pressure.

Take a look at the LCD screen, where the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) displays each tire's psi. The low tire pressure warning light will blink once you start the car if there’s a problem. Even if your Kona has TPMS (and especially if it doesn't), you should check and add air to car tires once per month.

Here are a few quick tips.

How to check the tire pressure on a Hyundai Kona

A tire pressure gauge is the only thing you need to make sure your Kona is properly inflated. First, locate the air valve on the tire, remove it, and push the pressure gauge onto the stem.

Make your reading after the needle on the gauge has stabilized. Add or remove any air as necessary before screwing the cap back on.

How to tell if your Hyundai Kona needs new tires

How soon you need a set of replacements depends on your driving habits, location, and the state of your local roads, but as a rule of thumb, you should

check tires

after six years.

Ask your mechanic to check your tires the next time you visit, or add the penny test to your monthly tire pressure check. Simply stick a penny upside down into your tire's tread. If the top of Abraham Lincoln's head doesn't disappear into the tread, you haven't got enough rubber left to safely grip the road.

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

You might find that even after verifying your tire pressure, the tire pressure warning light won’t turn off. Here’s how to reset the TPMS light on a Kona:

Check and double-check your tires. The easiest way to get rid of a warning is to follow its advice.

Manually reset the tire pressure sensors. If the warning light persists, inflate the tires 3 psi higher than their ideal rating, deflate them to zero, and then re-inflate them to the recommended pressure. The sensors should reset after driving at least 50 mph for 10 minutes.

Use the TPMS reset button. Turn the key to the 'On' position in the ignition, but don't start the car. Press the TPMS reset button—usually located under the steering wheel-- until the warning light blinks three times. Wait 20 minutes for the sensors to refresh after you release the button.

Reset the Kona's electrical system. With your car off and the hood raised, disconnect the positive cable from the car battery. Turn the ignition to "On" and honk the horn for three to five seconds to discharge any extra power. Reconnect the positive cable to the battery to reset the car.

Use an aftermarket tool. Online retailers and local auto shops offer aftermarket TPMS reset tools that communicate with your car's software to shut down warning lights. You can confirm the warning light has malfunctioned by reading the car OBD code with an OBD-II scanner.

It's time to see a mechanic if these approaches don't work. Your TPMS is an essential tool for keeping your vehicle in good condition and you and your passengers safe.

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