emergency towing Hyundai Atos 2002 Owner's Manual

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
If you are considering towing with your car, you
should first check with your Province Depart- ment of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal
requirements. Since laws vary from province to province the
requirements for towing trailers, cars, or other types of vehicles or apparatus may differ. Askyour Hyundai dealer for further details beforetowing.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Do not do any towing with your car during
Do not do any towing with your car during Do not do any towing with your car during
Do not do any towing with your car during
Do not do any towing with your car during its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to
its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to
its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to
its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to
allow the engine to properly break in. Fail-
allow the engine to properly break in. Fail- allow the engine to properly break in. Fail-
allow the engine to properly break in. Fail-
allow the engine to properly break in. Fail-
ure to heed this caution may result in seri-
ure to heed this caution may result in seri- ure to heed this caution may result in seri-
ure to heed this caution may result in seri-
ure to heed this caution may result in seri-
ous engine or transaxle damage.
ous engine or transaxle damage. ous engine or transaxle damage.
ous engine or transaxle damage.
ous engine or transaxle damage.
C190B01S-AATTrailer Hitches
Trailer Hitches Trailer Hitches
Trailer Hitches
Trailer Hitches
Select the proper hitch and ball combination,
making sure that it's location is compatible with that of the trailer or vehicle being towed.
Use a quality non-equalizing hitch which distrib-
utes the tongue load uniformly throughout thechassis.
The hitch should be bolted securely to the car
and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOTUSE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARYINSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THATATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER.
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HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
HIGHER SPEED MOTORING HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
Pre-Trip Inspections
Pre-Trip Inspections Pre-Trip Inspections
Pre-Trip Inspections
Pre-Trip Inspections 1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specifica-
tion driving. Low tire inflation pressures will result in overheating and possible failure of thetires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may
result in reduced traction or tire failure.
NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation Never exceed the maximum tire inflation
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure shown on the tires.
pressure shown on the tires. pressure shown on the tires.
pressure shown on the tires.
pressure shown on the tires.
2. Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil:High speed travel consumes 1.5 times more
fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to check both engine coolant and engine oil. 3. Drive belt:
A loose or damaged drive belt may result in
overheating of the engine.
C180A01A-AATUSE OF LIGHTS
USE OF LIGHTS USE OF LIGHTS
USE OF LIGHTS
USE OF LIGHTS
Check your lights regularly for correct operation
and always keep them clean. When driving during the day in conditions of poor visibility, itis helpful to drive with headlights on low beam.This enables you to be seen as well as to see.
rarily while you put the gear selector lever in"P" (automatic transaxle) or in first or reversegear (manual transaxle) and block the rearwheels so the car cannot roll. Then release theparking brake.
C160J01A-AATDon't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Underneath
Underneath Underneath
Underneath
Underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build
up under the fenders and interfere with thesteering. When driving in severe winter condi-tions where this may happen, you should peri-odically check underneath the car to be surethe movement of the front wheels and thesteering components are not obstructed.
C160K01A-AATCarry Emergency Equipment
Carry Emergency Equipment Carry Emergency Equipment
Carry Emergency Equipment
Carry Emergency Equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather where
you drive your car, you should carry appropri-ate emergency equipment. Some of the itemsyou may want to carry include tire chains, towstraps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares,sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a windowscraper, gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blan-ket, etc.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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After Changing Wheels
After Changing Wheels After Changing Wheels
After Changing Wheels
After Changing Wheels
If you have a tire gauge, remove the valve cap
and check the air pressure. If the pressure is lower than recommended, drive slowly to thenearest service station and inflate to the correctpressure. If it is too high, adjust it until it iscorrect. Always reinstall the valve cap afterchecking or adjusting tire pressure. If the cap isnot replaced, air may leak from the tire. If youlose a valve cap, buy another and install it assoon as possible.
After you have changed wheels, always secure
the flat tire in its place in the luggage room andreturn the jack and tools to their proper storagelocations. D080A01A-GAT
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED D080B01A-AAT
Towing a Car With a Manual Transaxle
Towing a Car With a Manual Transaxle Towing a Car With a Manual Transaxle
Towing a Car With a Manual Transaxle
Towing a Car With a Manual Transaxle
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE WITH NO DAMAGE
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
Your car can be damaged if towed incor- Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
rectly!
rectly! rectly!
rectly!
rectly!
If your car has to be towed, it should be done by
your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck service. This will help assure that your car isnot damaged in towing. Also, professionals aregenerally aware of state and local laws govern-ing towing. In any case, rather than risk dam-age to your car, it is suggested that you showthis information to the tow truck operator. Besure that a safety chain system is used and thatlocal laws are observed. o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake isreleased.
o If the car is being towed with the front wheels on the ground, be sure that thetransaxle is in neutral. Also, be sure that theignition key is in the "ACC" position. This isnecessary to prevent damage to the steer-ing lock mechanism, which is not designedto hold the front wheels straight while the caris being towed.
o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension components are damaged, a towing dollymust be used.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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Towing a Car With Automatic Transaxle
Towing a Car With Automatic Transaxle Towing a Car With Automatic Transaxle
Towing a Car With Automatic Transaxle
Towing a Car With Automatic Transaxle
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
A car with an automatic transaxle should
A car with an automatic transaxle should A car with an automatic transaxle should
A car with an automatic transaxle should
A car with an automatic transaxle should never be towed from the rear with the front
never be towed from the rear with the front never be towed from the rear with the front
never be towed from the rear with the front
never be towed from the rear with the front
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri- wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be used under the front wheels.
be used under the front wheels. be used under the front wheels.
be used under the front wheels.
be used under the front wheels.
If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on
the ground, be sure the parking brake is re- leased. D080D02X-GAT
Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing For emergency towing when no commercialtow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,chain or strap to the two hooks under the frontof your car. Do not attempt to tow your vehiclein this manner on any unpaved surface. Thiscould result in serious damage to your car. Nor should it be attempted if the wheels, drive train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged.Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neu-tral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off)or in the "ON" position (with the engine run-ning). A driver must be in the towed car to steerit and operate the brakes.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
If the car is being towed with all four wheels
If the car is being towed with all four wheels If the car is being towed with all four wheels
If the car is being towed with all four wheels
If the car is being towed with all four wheels
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
on the ground, it can be towed only from the on the ground, it can be towed only from the
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h
Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h
Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h
Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h
(30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles).
(30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles). (30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles).
(30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles).
(30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles).
Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing
Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing
Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing
Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing
the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must
the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must
the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must
the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must
be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer-
be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer- be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer-
be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer-
be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer-
ing and brakes.
ing and brakes. ing and brakes.
ing and brakes.
ing and brakes.
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
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IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
If you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers can make you a new key if you have your keynumber. If you lock the keys inside your car andyou cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundaidealers can use special tools to open the doorfor you. Information about the key of immobilizer sys- tem (If installed) will be found on page 1-2.
NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
Before towing, check the level of the Before towing, check the level of the
Before towing, check the level of the
Before towing, check the level of the
transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range
transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range
transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range
transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range
on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
fluid, a towing dolly must be used.
fluid, a towing dolly must be used. fluid, a towing dolly must be used.
fluid, a towing dolly must be used.
fluid, a towing dolly must be used.

INDEX
INDEX INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
10-4
Towing
Emergency ..................................................................................... 3-8
If your car must be towed ............................................................. 3-7
Trailer or vehicle towing .............................................................. 2-11
Transaxle
Automatic ....................................................................................... 2-5
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ................................... 6-10 ~ 6-11
Manual transaxle oil checking ....................................................... 6-9
VV
VV
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................................................... 8-1 Ventilation
Center ventilator ........................................................................... 1-37
Side ventilator .............................................................................. 1-37
WW
WW
W
Warning Lights ....................................................................... 1-20 ~ 1-22Windows
Manual ........................................................................................... 1-6
Power ............................................................................................. 1-7
Windshield Wiper and Washer ......................................................... 1-24
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................... 6-9

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 10 CAUTION:
o Never connect a trailer brake system di-
rectly to the vehicle brake system.
o When towing a trailer on steep grades (in excess of 12%) pay close attention to the engine coolant temperature gauge to
ensure the engine does not overheat. Ifthe needle of the coolant temperaturegauge moves across the dial towards"H" (HOT), pull over and stop as soon as
it is safe to do so, and allow the engine toidle until it cools down. You may proceed
once the engine has cooled sufficiently.
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Safety Chains Should the hitch connection between your carand the trailer or vehicle you are towing fail, thetrailer or vehicle could wander dangerouslyacross other lanes of traffic and ultimately col-lide with another vehicle. To eliminate this po-tentially dangerous situation, safety chains, attached between your car and the trailer ortowed vehicle, are required in most provinces.
o When driving in extreme conditions, the
windscreen wiper blades may fail to clearthe screen properly due to the formation ofice upon the blade edge. It will therefore benecessary to periodically remove such iceto restore their efficiency.
o If the power operated door mirrors become frozen, attempts to adjust these may dam-age the mechanism.
o The formation of snow or ice build up inside the wheel arches may interfere with theroadwheels or steering mechanism. In suchinstances, unusual noises or an increase insteering effort may result. Therefore, ensurethat the wheelarches are checked periodi-cally and any accumulated snow or iceremoved.
o It is advisable to carry emergency equip- ment including, torch, shovel, tow rope, blan-kets etc., if a journey is to be undertaken intoareas of severe road conditions. CAUTION: Do not do any towing with your car during
its first 1,200 miles in order to allow the engine to properly break in. Failure to heedthis caution may result in serious engine ortransaxle damage.
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Trailer Hitches Select the proper hitch and ball combination,
making sure that it's location is compatible withthat of the trailer or vehicle being towed. Use aquality non-equalizing hitch which distributesthe tongue load uniformly throughout the chas-sis.
The hitch should be bolted securely to the car
and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOTUSE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY
INSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THATATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER.
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TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
If you are considering towing with your car, you
should first check with your Province Depart-ment of Motor Vehicles to determine their legalrequirements.
Since laws vary from province to province the
requirements for towing trailers, cars, or othertypes of vehicles or apparatus may differ. Askyour Hyundai dealer for further details beforetowing. C190C01X-GAT
Trailer Brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or localregulations and that it is properly installed andoperating correctly. NOTE: If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will require more frequent maintenance due tothe additional load. See Maintenance UnderSevere Usage Conditions" on page 5-4.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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7. Re-install Wheel Nuts
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Fit the wheel nuts onto the studs and tighten
with the wheel brace.
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8. Lower Vehicle and Tighten Nuts
Lower the car to the ground turning the jack
handle counterclockwise. When the vehicle is firmly on the ground, remove the jack and tighten the wheel nuts securely. At the firstavailable opportunity, the wheel nut torqueshould be checked with a suitable torquewrench. Wheel nut tightening torque Steel wheel & aluminium alloy wheel:65-80 lb.ft (900-1,100 kg.cm) SD070K1-E
AFTER CHANGING WHEELS
The pressure of the spare tyre should be
checked at the first available opportunity. If any doubt exists as to the tyre pressure, the vehicleshould be driven slowly to the nearest servicestation and the tyre pressure checked andadjusted as required. If the valve cap is lost from any of the valves,a replacement should be obtained and fitted atthe first available opportunity. The valve capprevents the ingress of dirt which may causethe valve to stick and therefore leak and is partof the valve sealing function. Ensure that the spare wheel, jack and jack handle as well tools are correctly located in theboot of the vehicle to prevent damage andnoise.
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o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
SD080A1-E
VEHICLE TOWING OR RECOVERY CAUTION:
An incorrect tow or recovery could result in serious damage to the vehicle. If any dam-age to the suspension, steering or transaxleis apparent or suspected, a towing ambu-lance must be used.D060J01X

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
SD090A1-E
Manual Transaxle Vehicle o If a suspended tow is being given to the
rear, the ignition key must be at the "ACC" position since the steering lock is notdesigned to withstand the force requiredto hold the front wheels straight duringthe tow.
o The vehicle must not be towed with the front wheels on the ground for more thanthirty miles.
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o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE WITH NO DAMAGE
The vehicle may be towed by the conventional
method using the towing eye at the front of the vehicle as an attachment point. In addition, asuspended tow with or without an ambulancemay be used with either the front or the rearwheels being suspended, provided the abovecaution is observed. In addition, the following points must be noted:
o If towing by conventional means, the ig- nition key must be at the "ACC" position, otherwise the steering lock will be acti-vated.
o Because the brake system and steering sys-tem power assistance is derived fromthe engine, the amount of effort requiredto stop or steer the vehicle will be greaterthan normal. SD100A2-E Automatic Transaxle Vehicle
D080C01A
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
The vehicle may be towed by the conventional method using the towing eye at the front of thevehicle as an attachment point. In addition, a suspended tow may be given to the front of the vehicle without an ambulance. Inthe event of a suspended tow being given to therear of the vehicle, the use of an ambulance isimperative.
D080C02A
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
CAUTION: The following restriction must be observed
in order to avoid serious damage to the transaxle.
The vehicle must never be towed from the
rear with the front wheels on the ground.
The vehicle must not be towed until transaxle
fluid has been added to bring the level up tothe "HOT" marking on the dipstick. (Thelevel will need to be reduced again aftertowing). The vehicle must not be towed at speeds
faster than 25 mph. or distances greaterthan fifty miles. The general points regard-ing the steering lock etc. described in thepreceding section (Manual transaxle vehicle)should be observed.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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Emergency Towing
D080D01X
For emergency towing when no commercial
tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,
chain or strap to the two hooks under the frontof your car. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle
in this manner on any unpaved surface. Thiscould result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should it be attempted if the wheels, drive
train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged.Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neu-
tral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off)or in the "ON" position (with the engine run-ning). A driver must be in the towed car to steer
it and operate the brakes. D120A02A-GAT
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
Information about the key of immobilizer sys-tem will be found on page 1-2.