HYUNDAI GENESIS G80 2008 Owners Manual

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How to use this manual / 1-2
Fuel requirements / 1-2
Vehicle break-in process / 1-4
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-5
Introduction

Introduction
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We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your vehi-
cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you
in many ways. We strongly recommend
that you read the entire manual. In order
to minimize the chance of death or injury,
you must read the WARNING and CAU-
TION sections in the manual.
Illustrations complement the words in this
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
vehicle. By reading your manual, you
learn about features, important safety
information, and driving tips under vari-
ous road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is pro-
vided in the Table of Contents. A good
place to start is the index; it has an alpha-
betical listing of all information in your
manual.
Sections: This manual has eight sections
plus an index. Each section begins with a
brief list of contents so you can tell at a
glance if that section has the information
you want. You will find various WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manu-
al. These WARNINGs were prepared to
enhance your personal safety. You should
carefully read and follow ALL procedures
and recommendations provided in these
WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTICEs.
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NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates interesting or help-
ful information is being provided.
Gasoline engine A020101ABH
Unleaded
Your new HYUNDAI vehicle is designed
to use only unleaded fuel having an
Octane Rating of RON (Research
Octane Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) 87 or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain
maximum performance with UNLEADED
FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis-
sions and spark plug fouling.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which harm, serious bodily injury ordeath could result if the warning isignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle couldresult if the caution is ignored.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
CAUTION
NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is detrimental to
the catalytic converter and will damage the engine control sys-tem’s oxygen sensor and affectemission control.
Never add any fuel system cleaningagents to the fuel tank other thanwhat has been specified. (Consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer fordetails.)

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Gasoline containing alcohol andmethanol
Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and
ethanol (also known as grain alcohol),and gasoline or gasohol containing
methanol (also known as wood alcohol)
are being marketed along with or instead
of leaded gasoline. Do not use gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or
gasohol containing any methanol. Either
of these fuels may cause drivability prob-lems and damage to the fuel system.
Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if
drivability problems occur.
Vehicle damage or drivability problems
may not be covered by the manufactur-
er’s warranty if they result from the useof:
1. Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol.
2. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
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Use of MTBE
HYUNDAI recommends avoiding fuels
containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content
2.7% weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may
reduce vehicle performance and produce
vapor lock or hard starting.
WARNING
Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refueling.
Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an acci-dent.
CAUTION
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
may not cover damage to the fuelsystem and any performance prob- lems that are caused by the use of
fuels containing methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl TertiaryButyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)
CAUTION
Never use gasohol which contains
methanol. Discontinue use of any gasohol product which impairs dri-vability.

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Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alco-
hol) should not be used in your vehicle.
This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-
formance and damage components ofthe fuel system. A020106AEN
Gasolines for cleaner air
To help contribute to cleaner air,
HYUNDAI recommends that you usegasolines treated with detergent addi-
tives, which help prevent deposit forma-
tion in the engine. These gasolines will
help the engine run cleaner and enhance
performance of the Emission ControlSystem. A020107AUN
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle in
another country, be sure to:
Observe all regulations regarding reg-
istration and insurance.
Determine that acceptable fuel is avail- able. A030000AUN
No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
While driving, keep your engine speed
(rpm, or revolutions per minute)
between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.
Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow.
Varying engine speed is needed to
properly break-in the engine.
Avoid hard stops, except in emergen- cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-
erly.
Don't let the engine idle longer than 3 minutes at one time.
Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS

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INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Seat belt warning light
High beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
ABS warning light
Parking brake & Brake fluid
warning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
ESP indicator (if equipped)
ESP OFF indicator (if equipped)
Malfunction indicator light
Air bag warning light
Cruise indicator (if equipped)
Cruise SET indicator (if equipped)
Immobilizer indicator (if equipped)
Low fuel level warning light
* For more detailed explanations, refer to “Instrument cluster” in section 4.
Charging system warning light
Low windshield washer fluid
level warning light (if equipped)
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Door ajar warning light
Overspeed warning light (if equipped)
120km/h
Key out warning (if equipped) KEY
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Trunk ajar warning light
Front fog light indicator (if equipped)

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Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3Engine compartment / 2-4
Your vehicle at a glance

Your vehicle at a glance
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock button ....................4-13
2. Outside rearview mirror control
switch ................................................4-34
3. Power window switches ....................4-17
4. Trunk lid release switch ....................4-15
5. Fuel filler lid release button...............4-23
6. Hood release lever ............................4-21
7. Clutch pedal* ....................................5-13
8. Brake pedal .......................................5-22
9. Accelerator pedal .......................5-6, 5-9
10. Steering wheel tilt ..........................4-30
11. ESP OFF button .............................5-27
12. Rear fog light switch* ......................4-59
13. Head lamp leveling device*.............4-60
14. Instrument panel illumination control knob* ...............................................4-37
15. Light control/Turn signals ................4-56
16. Steering wheel ................................4-30
17. Shift lever ...............................5-12, 5-16
18. Parking brake ..................................5-23
* : if equipped
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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Instrument cluster.............................4-35
2. Horn .................................................4-31
3. Driver’s front air bag .........................3-39
4. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-61
5. Ignition switch or engine start/stop button*.........................5-4, 5-7
6. Hazard warning flasher switch ..4-55, 6-2
7. Climate control system ...........4-66, 4-75
8. Seat warmer .......................................3-8
9. Passenger’s front air bag* ................3-39
* : if equipped
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Your vehicle at a glance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Negative battery terminal..................7-31
2. Positive battery terminal ...................7-31
3. Fuse and relay box ...........................7-44
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....7-23
5. Power steering fluid reservoir ...........7-22
6. Air cleaner.........................................7-25
7. Radiator cap .....................................7-20
8. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-17
9. Engine oil dipstick .............................7-17
10. Brake fluid reservoir ........................7-21
11. Engine coolant reservoir .................7-19
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2.0 TCI Engine
* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Your vehicle at a glance
1. Negative battery terminal..................7-31
2. Positive battery terminal ...................7-31
3. Fuse and relay box ...........................7-44
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....7-23
5. Power steering fluid reservoir ...........7-22
6. Air cleaner.........................................7-25
7. Radiator cap .....................................7-20
8. Engine oil dipstick .............................7-17
9. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-17
10. Brake fluid reservoir ........................7-21
11. Engine coolant reservoir .................7-19
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3.8 Engine
* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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