Can I DIY Tire Rotation on IONIQ 6?
Yes, you can DIY tire rotation on your 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6. Do this every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. You save $20 to $50 each time. Rotation evens out wear and adds 20% to 30% more life to your tires.
Front tires on the IONIQ 6 wear out faster than rear ones. Swap their positions to balance the wear. This boosts handling, fuel economy, and safety. Check your owner's manual. Many owners rotate at 6,000 miles.
Check Your Tire Type
Look at the tire sidewalls for an arrow. An arrow means directional tires. For those, rotate forward only: front left to rear left, front right to rear right.
No arrow? You have non-directional tires. Use this cross pattern:
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Front left | Rear right |
| Front right | Rear left |
| Rear left | Front right |
| Rear right | Front left |
Most 2024 IONIQ 6 models come with non-directional tires. Double-check yours.
Tools You Need
Get these items:
- Floor jack rated for at least 2 tons
- 4 jack stands
- Lug wrench or impact driver on low speed
- Torque wrench set to 80 to 100 ft-lbs
- Wheel chocks
- Gloves
You spend $100 to $200 if you buy them new.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Park on level ground. Put the car in park. Chock the wheels that stay down. Loosen lug nuts a quarter turn on all four wheels.
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Jack up the front. Lift under the frame point shown in your manual. Raise the front end. Set jack stands under the pinch welds. Lower the car onto the stands.
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Remove the front wheels. Spin off the lug nuts by hand. Pull the wheels free.
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Swap the wheels. Move front left to rear right position. Move front right to rear left. Place rear wheels in the front spots.
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Put front wheels back on. Hand-tighten lug nuts. Lift the car. Remove stands. Lower it down. Torque lug nuts to 89 to 103 ft-lbs. Confirm in your manual.
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Repeat for the rear. Jack up the back end. Swap and torque the same way.
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Check tire pressure. Inflate to 35 to 40 PSI when cold. Look at the door jamb sticker.
Your first rotation takes 45 to 90 minutes.
Safety Tips
Always torque the lug nuts. Loose ones let wheels fly off. Use jack stands every time. Never crawl under a car held only by a jack. Lift one end at a time. Watch online videos for IONIQ 5 or 6. The steps match closely.
Spot uneven tire wear? Get a wheel alignment. Shops charge $80 to $120 for that.
When to Skip DIY
If you lack car repair experience, go to a shop. Pros check for balance problems and other issues.
How Sidekick Helps
Sidekick tracks your mileage and sends rotation reminders. Log your service to keep on track.
Rotate your tires now. Your IONIQ 6 drives better and lasts longer.