Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Hyundai AzeraFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair Procedures: Installation
- Apply tire soap or lubrication to the top and bottom tire beads.
- To fit the bottom bead, position the valve at the 5 o'clock position relative to the head on the tire changing machine.
- Place the tire on the rim so the bottom bead touches the edge of the rim after the valve (6 o'clock). Rotate the rim clockwise and push down on the tire at the 3 o'clock position to fit bottom bead.
- After bottom bead is on tire, rotate the rim until the valve is at the 5 o'clock position relative to the head on the tire changing machine. Push down on the tire at the 3 o'clock position and rotate the rim clockwise to fit the top bead.
- Inflate the tire until both beads seat.
Tire pressure: 2.2kg/cm2 (32psi)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.