What are the tire size and specifications for the Elantra?
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The Elantra has two tire size specifications: 225/45R17 and 205/55R16. In 225/45R17, the first number 225 represents the tire width of 225MM, 45 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire cross-section is 45%, meaning the cross-section height is 45% of the width, and 17 denotes the rim diameter of 17 inches. The letter "R" in the middle stands for radial tire. In 205/55R16, the first number 205 represents the tire width of 205MM, 55 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire cross-section is 55%, meaning the cross-section height is 55% of the width, and 16 denotes the rim diameter of 16 inches. The letter "R" in the middle stands for radial tire. The Elantra's tires are from the brand Nexen and feature a five-spoke aluminum alloy wheel design, with a non-full-size spare tire. If you want to change the tires yourself, follow these steps: Take out the spare tire and jack, place the jack under the vehicle frame near the tire to be replaced, ensuring the jack contacts the metal part of the frame; Raise the jack until it supports the car, making sure the jack is positioned under the vehicle and forms a right angle with the ground; Remove the hubcap, loosen the nuts counterclockwise, but do not fully unscrew them—just enough to eliminate resistance. Keeping the tire on the ground when first loosening the nuts ensures the nuts turn instead of the tire; Turn the nuts counterclockwise until they come off, repeat this step for all lug nuts, and completely remove the nuts; Place the new tire on the hub, carefully aligning the tire rim with the wheel bolts, install the lug nuts, and hand-tighten them until all nuts are snug. The tire replacement is now complete. Besides the model, tires also display the following common data: Tire cord material: Indicated by Pinyin, such as M for cotton cord, R for rayon cord, N for nylon cord, G for steel cord, ZG for steel radial cord tires. Speed rating: Indicates the maximum speed the tire can carry a specified load under defined conditions. Letters A to Z represent certified speed ratings from 4.8km/h to 300km/h. Common speed ratings include: Q: 160km/h; H: 210km/h; V: 240km/h; W: 270km/h; Y: 300km/h. Rim specification: Shows the rim specifications compatible with the tire for practical use, such as "Standard Rim 5.00F".