tow GENESIS G90 2023 Owner's Manual

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Driving Your Vehicle
WARNING
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Never start or run the engine while
an AWD vehicle is raised on a jack.
The vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack
causing serious injury or death to you or
those nearby.
Towing
AWD vehicles must be towed with
a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment with all the wheels off
the ground. For more details, refer to
"Towing" section in chapter 8.
Vehicle inspection

[If the vehicle needs to be operated on
a vehicle lift do not attempt to stop
any of the four wheels from turning.
This could damage the AWD system.

[Never engage the parking brake while
running the engine on a car lift. This
may damage the AWD system.
Dynamometer testing
An AWD vehicle must be tested on a
special four wheel chassis dynamometer.
ORS061055LA : Roll tester (Speedometer),
B : Temporary free roller
An AWD vehicle should not be tested
on a 2WD roll tester. If a 2WD roll tester
must be used, perform the following
procedure:
1. Check the tire pressures
recommended for your vehicle.
2. Place the rear wheels on the roll tester
for a speedometer test as shown in
the illustration.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Place the front wheels on the
temporary free roller as shown in the
illustration.
WARNING
Keep away from the front of the vehicle
while the vehicle is in gear on the
dynamometer. The vehicle can jump
forward and cause serious injury or
death.

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Multi-Chamber Air Suspension
Malfunction
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This message is displayed when there is
a malfunction with the Multi-chamber
air suspension system. Have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
CAUTION

[When adjusting vehicle height, check
if there are any obstacles below or
above the vehicle.

[If air inside the suspension is
discharged, a warning message
will be displayed. If so, stop driving
and use a towing vehicle. Since
the vehicle height will be very low,
projections on the road may damage
the vehicle. See ‘Towing when the
air suspension malfunctions’ before
towing the vehicle.
Information

[Operating the air suspension may
cause a little noise when charging and
discharging the air.

[Adjusted vehicle height may vary
depending on the temperature and
surrounding environment.

[When the suspension warning message
is displayed, the system enables safe
mode to prevent secondary failure
and the vehicle performance may be
displayed differently.

[When the vehicle is parked on a slope,
or when the vehicle is in unstable
condition due to sudden acceleration,
deceleration or steering, vehicle height
adjustment becomes temporarily
disabled. If the vehicle escapes from
such dangerous situation, vehicle height
adjustment is enabled again.

[When the vehicle is lifted up with a
lift or jack, height adjustment may be
disabled to protect the system. If the
vehicle engine is started or you start
driving, the function is enabled again.

[Leaving the vehicle parked for long
time may lower the vehicle height. The
vehicle height returns to its original
position when the engine is started.

[If the battery is either overcharged or
discharged, vehicle height adjustment
is disabled to protect the system and a
temporary warning message may be
displayed.

[If the vehicle height adjustment is
operated repeatedly, the function may
be temporarily disabled due to the
overheated compressor. It is to prevent
the breakdown of related parts.

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Towing When the Air Suspension
Malfunction
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Driving while the suspension is
malfunctioning and the air inside the
suspension is discharged may damage
the vehicle.
Use the towing vehicle and we
recommend that you have the system
checked by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
Use only flatbed tow trucks. Other
towing methods may damage the
vehicle.
ORS061021L
The flatbed tow truck must be a safety
loader type which has a loading angle M
less than 6º.
Towing with a loading angle larger than
6º may damage the vehicle.

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Information
The ESC system must be turned OFF
before rocking the vehicle.
NOTICE
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid
engine overheating, possible damage to
the transmission, and tire damage. See
“Towing” section in chapter 8.
Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards than
driving in the daylight. Here are some
important tips to remember:

[Slow down and keep more distance
between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.

[Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare
from other drivers’ headlights.

[Keep your headlights clean and
properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night.

[Avoid staring directly at the headlights
of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to
readjust to the darkness.

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The severe weather conditions of winter
quickly wear out tires and cause other
problems. To minimize winter driving
problems, you should take the following
suggestions:
Snow or Icy Conditions
You need to keep sufficient distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle in
front of you.
Apply the brakes gently. Speeding, rapid
acceleration, sudden brake applications,
and sharp turns are potentially
very hazardous practices. During
deceleration, use engine braking to the
fullest extent. Sudden brake applications
on snowy or icy roads may cause the
vehicle to skid.
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it
may be necessary to use snow tires or to
install tire chains on your tires.
Always carry emergency equipment.
Some of the items you may want to carry
include tire chains, tow straps or chains,
a flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a
shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper,
gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket,
etc.
Summer tires

[Summer tires are used to maximize
the driving performance on dry roads.

[If the temperature is below 45°F or
you are driving on snowy or icy roads,
the summer tires lose their brake
performance and traction as the tire
grip weakens significantly.

[If the temperature is below 45°F or
you are driving on snowy or icy roads,
mount snow tires or all-season tires
of the same size with your vehicle's
standard tire for safe driving. Both
snow and all-season tires have M+S
markings.

[When using the M+S tires, use tires
with the same tread produced by the
same manufacturer for safe driving.

[When driving with the M+S tires with
the lower maximum allowable speed
than that of the vehicle's standard
summer tire, be careful not to exceed
the speed allowed for the M+S tires.
WINTER DRIVING

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Do not let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and
interfere with the steering. When driving
in such conditions during the severe
winter, you should check underneath
the vehicle on a regular basis, to ensure
that the front wheels and the steering
components is unblocked.
Carry emergency equipment
In accordance with weather conditions,
you should carry appropriate emergency
equipment, while driving. Some of the
items you may want to carry include tire
chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight,
emergency flares, sand, shovel, jumper
cables, window scraper, gloves, ground
cloth, coveralls, blanket, etc.
Do not place objects or materials in the
engine compartment
Putting objects or materials in the engine
compartment may cause an engine
failure or combustion, because they may
block the engine cooling. Such damage
will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Drive your vehicle when water vapor
condenses and accumulates inside the
exhaust pipes
When the vehicle is stopped for a
long time in winter while the engine is
running, water vapor may condense and
accumulate inside the exhaust pipes.
Water in the exhaust pipes may cause
noise, etc., but it is drained driving at
medium to high speed.

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Vehicle capacity weight
882 lbs. (400 kg)
Vehicle capacity weight is the maximum
combined weight of occupants and
cargo. If your vehicle is equipped with a
trailer, the combined weight includes the
tongue load.
Seating capacity
Total : 5 persons (Front seat : 2 persons,
Rear seat : 3 persons)
Seating capacity is the maximum
number of occupants including a driver,
your vehicle may carry. However, the
seating capacity may be reduced based
upon the weight of all of the occupants,
and the weight of the cargo being carried
or towed. Do not overload the vehicle as
there is a limit to the total weight, or load
limit including occupants and cargo, the
vehicle can carry.
Towing capacity
We do not recommend using this vehicle
for trailer towing.
Cargo capacity
The cargo capacity of your vehicle will
increase or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of occupants
and the tongue load, if your vehicle is
equipped with a trailer.
Steps for determining correct load
limit
1. Locate the statement "The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on
your vehicle's placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example,
if the "XXX" amount equals 1400
lbs. and there will be five 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in
Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult
this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
WARNING
Do not overload the vehicle as there
is a limit to the total weight, or load
limit, including occupants and cargo,
the vehicle can carry. Overloading can
shorten the life of the vehicle. If the
GVWR or the GAWR is exceeded, parts
on the vehicle can be broken, and it can
change the handling of your vehicle.
These could cause you to lose control
and result in an accident.

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TRAILER TOWING
We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing.

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Driver Assistance System
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
disabled
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When the front windshield where the
front view camera is located, front radar
cover, bumper or sensor is covered with
foreign material, such as snow or rain, it
can reduce the detecting performance
and temporarily limit or disable Forward
Collision-Avoidance Assist.
If this occurs the ‘Forward Safety
system(s) disabled. Camera obscured’ or
the ‘Forward Safety system(s) disabled.
Radar blocked’ warning message,
and the
and warning lights will
illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will
operate properly when snow, rain or
foreign material is removed.
If Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
does not operate properly after
obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign
material) is removed (including trailer,
carrier, etc., from the rear bumper), have
the vehicle inspected by an authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products.
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Limitations of Forward Collision-
Avoidance Assist
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may
not operate properly, or it may operate
unexpectedly under the following
circumstances:

[The detecting sensor or the
surroundings are contaminated or
damaged

[The temperature around the front
view camera is high or low due to
surrounding environment

[The camera lens is contaminated due
to tinted, filmed or coated windshield,
damaged glass, or sticky foreign
material (sticker, bug, etc.) on the
glass

[Moisture is not removed or frozen on
the windshield

[Washer fluid is continuously sprayed,
or the wiper is on

[Driving in heavy rain or snow, or thick
fog

[The field of view of the front view
camera is obstructed by sun glare

[Street light or light from an oncoming
traffic is reflected on the wet road
surface, such as a puddle on the road

[An object is placed on the dashboard

[Your vehicle is being towed

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Driver Assistance System
Limitations of Smart Cruise Control
Smart Cruise Control may not operate
properly, or it may operate unexpectedly
under the following circumstances:

[The detecting sensor or the
surroundings are contaminated or
damaged

[Washer fluid is continuously sprayed,
or the wiper is on

[The camera lens is contaminated due
to tinted, filmed or coated windshield,
damaged glass, or sticky foreign
material (sticker, bug, etc.) on the
glass

[Moisture is not removed or frozen on
the windshield

[The field of view of the front view
camera is obstructed by sun glare

[Street light or light from an oncoming
vehicle is reflected on the wet road
surface, such as a puddle on the road

[The temperature around the front
view camera is high or low

[An object is placed on the dashboard

[The surrounding is very bright

[The surrounding is very dark, such as
in a tunnel, etc.

[The brightness changes suddenly, for
example when entering or exiting a
tunnel

[The brightness outside is low, and the
headlamps are not on or are not bright

[Driving in heavy rain or snow, or thick
fog

[Driving through steam, smoke or
shadow
[Only part of the vehicle is detected

[The vehicle in front has no tail lights,
tail lights are located unusually, etc.

[The brightness outside is low, and the
tail lamps are not on or are not bright

[The rear of the front vehicle is small
or does not look normal (for example,
tilted, overturned, etc.)

[The front vehicle’s ground clearance is
low or high

[A vehicle suddenly cuts in front

[Your vehicle is being towed

[Driving through a tunnel or iron bridge

[Driving near areas containing metal
substances, such as a construction
zone, railroad, etc.

[An object reflecting off the front radar
such as a guardrail, nearby vehicle,
etc.

[The bumper around the front radar is
impacted, damaged or the front radar
is out of position

[The temperature around the front
radar is high or low

[Driving in vast areas where there
are few vehicles or structures (for
example, desert, meadow, suburb,
etc.)

[The vehicle in front is made of
material that does not reflect on the
front radar

[Driving near a highway interchange or
tollgate

[Driving on a slippery surface due to
snow, water puddle, ice, etc.

[Driving on a curved road

[The vehicle in front is detected late

[The vehicle in front is suddenly
blocked by an obstacle

[The vehicle in front suddenly changes
lane or suddenly reduces speed