snow chains Hyundai Atos 2002 Owner's Manual

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WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
WARNING:
Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to
Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to
Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to
Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous
improper or dangerous improper or dangerous
improper or dangerous
improper or dangerous
driving maneuvers.
driving maneuvers. driving maneuvers.
driving maneuvers.
driving maneuvers.
Even though vehicle control is improved
Even though vehicle control is improved Even though vehicle control is improved
Even though vehicle control is improved
Even though vehicle control is improved
during emergency
during emergency during emergency
during emergency
during emergency
braking, always maintain
braking, always maintain braking, always maintain
braking, always maintain
braking, always maintain
a safe distance between you and objects
a safe distance between you and objects a safe distance between you and objects
a safe distance between you and objects
a safe distance between you and objects
ahead. Vehicle
ahead. Vehicle ahead. Vehicle
ahead. Vehicle
ahead. Vehicle
speeds should always be
speeds should always be speeds should always be
speeds should always be
speeds should always be
reduced during extreme road conditions.
reduced during extreme road conditions. reduced during extreme road conditions.
reduced during extreme road conditions.
reduced during extreme road conditions.
The braking distance for cars equipped with
The braking distance for cars equipped with The braking distance for cars equipped with
The braking distance for cars equipped with
The braking distance for cars equipped withan anti-lock braking system
an anti-lock braking system an anti-lock braking system
an anti-lock braking system
an anti-lock braking system may be longer
may be longer may be longer
may be longer
may be longer
than for those without it in the following
than for those without it in the following than for those without it in the following
than for those without it in the following
than for those without it in the following
road conditions.
road conditions. road conditions.
road conditions.
road conditions.
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o Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-
Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov- Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-
Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-
Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-
ered roads.
ered roads. ered roads.
ered roads.
ered roads.
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o Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving with tire chains installed. Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving with tire chains installed.
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o Driving on roads where the road surface
Driving on roads where the road surface Driving on roads where the road surface
Driving on roads where the road surface
Driving on roads where the road surface
is pitted or has different
is pitted or has different is pitted or has different
is pitted or has different
is pitted or has different surface height.
surface height. surface height.
surface height.
surface height.
During these conditions the vehicle
During these conditions the vehicle During these conditions the vehicle
During these conditions the vehicle
During these conditions the vehicle should
should should
should
should
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety be driven at reduced speeds. The safety
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety
features
features features
features
features of an ABS equipped vehicle should
of an ABS equipped vehicle should of an ABS equipped vehicle should
of an ABS equipped vehicle should
of an ABS equipped vehicle should
not be tested by high speed driving or cor-
not be tested by high speed driving or cor- not be tested by high speed driving or cor-
not be tested by high speed driving or cor-
not be tested by high speed driving or cor-
nering.
nering. nering.
nering.
nering. This could endanger the safety of
This could endanger the safety of This could endanger the safety of
This could endanger the safety of
This could endanger the safety of
yourself or others.
yourself or others. yourself or others.
yourself or others.
yourself or others.
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(If installed)
(If installed) (If installed)
(If installed)
(If installed)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed
to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con-
trol module monitors the wheel speed and con-trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus,in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABSwill increase vehicle control during braking.
NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
During ABS operation, a slight pulsation
During ABS operation, a slight pulsation During ABS operation, a slight pulsation
During ABS operation, a slight pulsation
During ABS operation, a slight pulsation may be felt in the brake
may be felt in the brake may be felt in the brake
may be felt in the brake
may be felt in the brake
pedal when the
pedal when the pedal when the
pedal when the
pedal when the
brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be
brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be
brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be
brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be
heard in the engine
heard in the engine heard in the engine
heard in the engine
heard in the engine
compartment while brak-
compartment while brak- compartment while brak-
compartment while brak-
compartment while brak-
ing. These conditions are normal and indi-
ing. These conditions are normal and indi- ing. These conditions are normal and indi-
ing. These conditions are normal and indi-
ing. These conditions are normal and indi-
cate that the
cate that the cate that the
cate that the
cate that the
anti-lock brake system is func-
anti-lock brake system is func- anti-lock brake system is func-
anti-lock brake system is func-
anti-lock brake system is func-
tioning properly.
tioning properly. tioning properly.
tioning properly.
tioning properly. put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle)and block the rear wheels so the car cannotroll. Then release the parking brake.
o Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with the accelerator pedal. This can cause thetransaxle to overheat. Always use the brake
pedal or parking brake.
o Don't "ride" the brake pedal. Resting your
foot on the brake pedal while driving can bedangerous because it can result in the brakesoverheating and losing their effectiveness. Italso increases the wear of the brake compo-nents.
o If a tire goes flat while you are driving, apply the brakes gently and keep the car pointedstraight ahead while you slow down. Whenyou are moving slowly enough for it to be
safe to do so, pull off the road and stop in asafe place.
o If your car is equipped with an automatic transaxle, don't let your car creep forward.To avoid creeping forward, keep your foot
on the brake pedal when the car is stopped.
o Use caution when parking on a hill. Engage the parking brake and place the gear selec-tor lever in "P" (automatic transaxle) or in
first or reverse gear (manual transaxle). Ifyour car is facing downhill, turn the frontwheels into the curb to help keep the carfrom rolling. If your car is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from the curb to helpkeep the car from rolling. If there is no curb
or if it is required by other conditions to keepthe car from rolling, block the wheels.
o Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This ismost likely to happen when there is an
accumulation of snow or ice around or nearthe rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If
there is a risk that the parking brake may
freeze, apply it only temporarily while you

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resulting in the engine bucking. If this hap- pens, shift to a lower gear. Over-revving isracing the engine beyond its safe limit. Thiscan be avoided by shifting at the recom-mended speeds.
o Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air conditioning system is operated by enginepower so your fuel economy is reducedwhen you use it.
C150A01A-AAT SMOOTH CORNERING
SMOOTH CORNERING SMOOTH CORNERING
SMOOTH CORNERING
SMOOTH CORNERING
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners,
especially when roads are wet. Ideally, cornersshould always be taken under gentle accelera-tion. If you follow these suggestions, tire wearwill be held to a minimum.
C160A01A-AATWINTER DRIVING
WINTER DRIVING WINTER DRIVING
WINTER DRIVING
WINTER DRIVING
The more severe weather conditions of winter
result in greater wear and other problems. Tominimize the problems of winter driving, youshould follow these suggestions:
C160B01A-GATSnowy or Icy Conditions
Snowy or Icy Conditions Snowy or Icy Conditions
Snowy or Icy Conditions
Snowy or Icy Conditions
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be
necessary to use snow tires or to install tirechains on your tires. If snow tires are needed,
it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size
and type to the original equipment tires.
o Be sure that the wheels are aligned correct-
ly. Improper alignment can result from hittingcurbs or driving too fast over irregular sur-faces. Poor alignment causes faster tirewear and may also result in other problemsas well as greater fuel consumption.
o Keep your car in good condition. For better fuel economy and reduced maintenancecosts, maintain your car in accordance withthe maintenance schedule in Section 5. Ifyou drive your car in severe conditions,more frequent maintenance is required (seeSection 5 for details).
o Keep your car clean. For maximum service, your Hyundai should be kept clean and freeof corrosive materials. It is especially impor-tant that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed toaccumulate on the underside of the car. Thisextra weight can result in increased fuelconsumption and also contribute to corro-sion.
o Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary weight in your car. Weight reduces fuel economy.
o Don't let the engine idle longer than neces- sary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic),turn off your engine and restart only whenyou're ready to go.
o Remember, your Hyundai does not require extended warm-up. As soon as the engine isrunning smoothly, you can drive away. Invery cold weather, however, give your en-gine a slightly longer warm-up period.
o Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in too high a gear
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DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
You can save fuel and get more kilometers from
your car if you follow these suggestions:
o Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate. Don't make "jack-rabbit" starts or full- throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruisingspeed. Don't race between stoplights. Try toadjust your speed to that of the other trafficso you don't have to change speeds unnec-essarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos-sible. Always maintain a safe distance fromother vehicles so you can avoid unneces-sary braking. This also reduces brake wear.
o Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving ata moderate speed, especially on the high-way, is one of the most effective ways toreduce fuel consumption.
o Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This can increase fuel consumption and alsoincrease wear on these components. In ad-dition, driving with your foot resting on thebrake pedal may cause the brakes to over-heat, which reduces their effectiveness andmay lead to more serious consequences.
o Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure. Incorrect in-flation, either too much or too little, results inunnecessary tire wear. Check the tire pres-sures at least once a month.

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2- 10 ice. If the lock is frozen internally, you may be able to thaw it out by using a heated key.Handle the heated key with care to avoid burn-ing your fingers.
NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
The proper temperature for using the immo-
The proper temperature for using the immo- The proper temperature for using the immo-
The proper temperature for using the immo-
The proper temperature for using the immo-
bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat
bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat
bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat
bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat
the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the
the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the
the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the
the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the
frozen lock,
frozen lock, frozen lock,
frozen lock,
frozen lock, it may cause damage to the
it may cause damage to the it may cause damage to the
it may cause damage to the
it may cause damage to the
transponder in its head.
transponder in its head. transponder in its head.
transponder in its head.
transponder in its head. C160H01A-AAT
Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Washer System
Washer System Washer System
Washer System
Washer System
To keep the water in the window washer sys- tem from freezing, add an approved anti-freezesolution in accordance with instructions on thecontainer. Window washer anti-freeze is avail-able from Hyundai dealers and most auto partsoutlets. Do not use engine coolant or othertypes of anti-freeze as these may damage thefinish. C160I01X-GAT
Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is mostlikely to happen when there is an accumulationof snow or ice around or near the rear brakes orif the brakes are wet. If there is a risk theparking brake may freeze, apply it only tempo-
C160F01A-AAT
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
System
System System
System
System
Inspect your spark plugs as described in Sec-tion 6 and replace them if necessary. Alsocheck all ignition wiring and components to besure they are not cracked, worn or damaged inany way.
C160D01A-AAT
Check Battery and Cables
Check Battery and Cables Check Battery and Cables
Check Battery and Cables
Check Battery and Cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the batterysystem. Visually inspect the battery and cablesas described in Section 6. The level of chargein your battery can be checked by your Hyundaidealer or a service station. C160E01A-AATChange to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Necessary
Necessary Necessary
Necessary
Necessary
In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used dur-ing cold weather. See Section 9 for recommen-dations. If you aren't sure what weight oil youshould use, consult your Hyundai dealer. C160G01A-GAT
To Keep Locks from Freezing
To Keep Locks from Freezing To Keep Locks from Freezing
To Keep Locks from Freezing
To Keep Locks from Freezing
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the keyopening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt itwith an approved de-icing fluid to remove the
Failure to do so may adversely affect the safety
and handling of your car. Speeding, rapid accel-eration, sudden brake applications, and sharpturns are potentially very hazardous practices.During deceleration, use engine braking to thefullest extent. Sudden brake applications onsnowy or icy roads may cause skids to occur.
You need to keep sufficient distance betweenthe vehicle in front and your vehicle. Also, applythe brake gently.
It should be noted that installing tire chains on
the tire will provide a greater driving force, butwill not prevent side skids.
NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
Tire chains are not legal in all provinces.
Tire chains are not legal in all provinces. Tire chains are not legal in all provinces.
Tire chains are not legal in all provinces.
Tire chains are not legal in all provinces. Check
Check Check
Check
Check province laws before fitting tire
province laws before fitting tire province laws before fitting tire
province laws before fitting tire
province laws before fitting tire
chains.
chains. chains.
chains.
chains.
C160C01A-AATUse High Quality Ethylene Glycol
Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol
Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol
Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol
Coolant
Coolant Coolant
Coolant
Coolant
Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality
ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It is the only type of coolant that should be usedbecause it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-ing system, lubricates the water pump andprevents freezing. Be sure to replace or replen-ish your coolant in accordance with the main-tenance schedule in Section 5. Before winter,have your coolant tested to assure that itsfreezing point is sufficient for the temperaturesanticipated during the winter.

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C190A01A-GAT
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.

CONSUMER INFORMATION
CONSUMER INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATION
CONSUMER INFORMATION
CONSUMER INFORMATION
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o Lower-than-recommended tire pressures
cause uneven tread wear and poor han- dling.
o Higher-than-recommended tire pressures increase the chance of damage from im-pacts and cause uneven tread wear.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Always observe the following:
Always observe the following: Always observe the following:
Always observe the following:
Always observe the following:
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o Check pressures when the tires are cold.
Check pressures when the tires are cold. Check pressures when the tires are cold.
Check pressures when the tires are cold.
Check pressures when the tires are cold.
That is, after the car has been parked for
That is, after the car has been parked for That is, after the car has been parked for
That is, after the car has been parked for
That is, after the car has been parked for
at least three hours and hasn't been driv-
at least three hours and hasn't been driv- at least three hours and hasn't been driv-
at least three hours and hasn't been driv-
at least three hours and hasn't been driv-
en more than 1.6 km or one mile since
en more than 1.6 km or one mile since en more than 1.6 km or one mile since
en more than 1.6 km or one mile since
en more than 1.6 km or one mile since
starting up.
starting up. starting up.
starting up.
starting up.
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o Check the pressure of your spare tire
Check the pressure of your spare tire Check the pressure of your spare tire
Check the pressure of your spare tire
Check the pressure of your spare tire
each time you check the pressure of
each time you check the pressure of each time you check the pressure of
each time you check the pressure of
each time you check the pressure of
other tires.
other tires. other tires.
other tires.
other tires.
oo
oo
o Never overload your car. Be especially
Never overload your car. Be especially Never overload your car. Be especially
Never overload your car. Be especially
Never overload your car. Be especially
careful about overloading if you equip
careful about overloading if you equip careful about overloading if you equip
careful about overloading if you equip
careful about overloading if you equip
your car with a luggage rack or car top
your car with a luggage rack or car top your car with a luggage rack or car top
your car with a luggage rack or car top
your car with a luggage rack or car top
carrier.
carrier. carrier.
carrier.
carrier. I040A01A-GAT
SNOW TIRES
SNOW TIRES SNOW TIRES
SNOW TIRES
SNOW TIRES
If you equip your car with snow tires, they
should be the same size and have the sameload capacity as the original tires. Snow tiresshould be installed on all four wheels; other-wise, poor handling may result.
Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4 psi) more air
pressure than the pressure recommended forthe standard tires on the tire label on the driverside center pillar outer panel, or up to themaximum pressure shown on the tire sidewallwhichever is less.
Do not drive faster than the speed limit when
your car is equipped with snow tires. I050A01X-GAT
TIRE CHAINS
TIRE CHAINS TIRE CHAINS
TIRE CHAINS
TIRE CHAINS Tire chains, if necessary, should be installed on the front wheels. Be sure that the chains are theproper size and that they are installed in accor-dance with the manufacturer's instructions. To minimize tire and chain wear, do not con- tinue to use tire chains when they are no longerneeded.
WARNING:
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
WARNING:
When driving on roads covered with snow
When driving on roads covered with snow When driving on roads covered with snow
When driving on roads covered with snow
When driving on roads covered with snow
or ice, drive at less
or ice, drive at less or ice, drive at less
or ice, drive at less
or ice, drive at less than 30 km/h (20 mph).
than 30 km/h (20 mph). than 30 km/h (20 mph).
than 30 km/h (20 mph).
than 30 km/h (20 mph). I060A01A-GAT
TIRE ROTATION
TIRE ROTATION TIRE ROTATION
TIRE ROTATION
TIRE ROTATION
SSA8050A
Tires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000
miles). If you notice that tires are wearing un- evenly between rotations, have the car checkedby a Hyundai dealer so the cause may becorrected.
After rotating, adjust the tire pressures and be
sure to check wheel nut tightness.
WARNING:
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
WARNING:
Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires un-
Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires un- Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires un-
Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires un-
Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires un- der any circumstances.
der any circumstances. der any circumstances.
der any circumstances.
der any circumstances.
This may cause dangerous handling char-
This may cause dangerous handling char- This may cause dangerous handling char-
This may cause dangerous handling char-
This may cause dangerous handling char-acteristics.
acteristics. acteristics.
acteristics.
acteristics.

INDEX
INDEX INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
10-3
Adjustable height ........................................................................... 1-9
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................
1-10
Care of seat belts .......................................................................... 1-8
Precautions .................................................................................... 1-7
Spark Plugs ............................................................................... 6-7 ~ 6-8 Speedometer ..................................................................................... 1-22
Starting Procedure .............................................................................. 2-3
Steering Wheel Free play ................................................................. 6-13
Stereo Radio Operation (H922M) .......................................... 1-47 ~ 1-48
Stereo Radio Operation (HMR90) ......................................... 1-42 ~ 1-43
Stereo Sound System ............................................................ 1-40 ~ 1-41
Sun Visor .......................................................................................... 1-32
TT
TT
T Tail Gate
Open ............................................................................................ 1-30
Remote release ............................................................................ 1-30
Tires
Balancing ....................................................................................... 8-3
Chains ............................................................................................ 8-2
Changing a flat tire ........................................................................ 3-4
If you have a flat tire ...................................................................... 3-3Information ..................................................................................... 8-1
Pressure ........................................................................................ 8-1 Replacement .................................................................................. 8-3
Rotation .......................................................................................... 8-2
Snow tires ...................................................................................... 8-2
Spare tire ....................................................................................... 3-3
Traction .......................................................................................... 8-3
MM
MM
MMaintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ...................... 5-5 ~ 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................................ 5-4
Scheduled maintenance ................................................................. 5-2
Service requirements ..................................................................... 5-1
Mirrors Day-night inside rearview ............................................................ 1-28
Outside rear view ........................................................................ 1-27
OO
OO
OOdometer .......................................................................................... 1-23
PP
PP
P
Parking Brake ................................................................................... 1-28
Power Steering Fluid Level .................................................... 6-16 ~ 6-17
Pretensioner Seat Belt ...................................................................... 1-13
RR
RR
RRear Seat
Fold down .................................................................................... 1-29
Rear Window Defroster Switch ......................................................... 1-26
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ..................................................... 1-25
Roof Rack ......................................................................................... 1-33
SS
SS
SSeat Belts
2-Point static type ............................................................. 1-10 ~ 1-11
3-Point type ......................................................................... 1-9 ~ 1-10

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2- 8 in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS will increase vehicle control during braking. NOTE: During ABS operation, a slight pulsation may be felt in the brake pedal when thebrakes are applied. Also, a noise may beheard in the engine compartment while brak-ing. These conditions are normal and indi-cate that the anti-lock brake system is func-tioning properly. WARNING: Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driving maneuvers.Even though vehicle control is improvedduring emergency braking, always maintaina safe distance between you and objectsahead. Vehicle speeds should always bereduced during extreme road conditions.The braking distance for cars equipped withan anti-lock braking system may be longerthan for those without it in the followingroad conditions.
o Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov- ered roads.
o Driving with tire chains installed.
o Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has different surface height.
These roads should be driven at reduced speeds. The safety features of an ABSequipped vehicle should not be tested by high speed driving or cornering. This couldendanger the safety of yourself or others.
unnecessary tire wear. Check the tire pres-sures at least once a month.
o Be sure that the wheels are aligned cor- rectly. Improper alignment can result fromhitting curbs or driving too fast over irregularsurfaces. Poor alignment causes faster tirewear and may also result in other problemsas well as greater fuel consumption.
o Keep your car in good condition. For better fuel economy and reduced maintenancecosts, maintain your car in accordance withthe maintenance schedule in Section 5. Ifyou drive your car in severe conditions,more frequent maintenance is required (seeSection 5 for details).
o Keep your car clean. For maximum service, your car should be kept clean and free ofcorrosive materials. It is especially impor-tant that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed toaccumulate on the underside of the car. Thisextra weight can result in increased fuelconsumption and also contribute to corro-sion.
o Travel lightly. Don’t carry unnecessary weight in your car. Weight is an enemy of good fueleconomy.
o Don’t let the engine idle longer than neces- sary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic),turn off your engine and restart only whenyou’re ready to go.
o Remember, your car does not require ex- tended warm-up. As soon as the engine isrunning smoothly, you can drive away. Invery cold weather, however, give your en-gine a slightly longer warm-up period.
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DRIVING FOR ECONOMY You can save fuel and get more miles from yourcar if you follow these suggestions:
o Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate. Don’t make "jack-rabbit" starts or full-throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruisingspeed. Don’t race between stoplights. Try toadjust your speed to that of the other trafficso you don’t have to change speeds unnec-essarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible. Al- ways maintain a safe distance from othervehicles so you can avoid unnecessary brak-ing. This also reduces brake wear.
o Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving ata moderate speed, especially on the high-way, is one of the most effective ways toreduce fuel consumption.
o Don’t "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This can increase fuel consumption and alsoincrease wear on these components. In ad-dition, driving with your foot resting on thebrake pedal may cause the brakes to over-heat, which reduces their effectiveness andmay lead to more serious consequences.
o Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure. Incorrect infla-tion, either too much or too little, results in

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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.

CONSUMER INFORMATION
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TYRE CHAINS Tyre chains, if necessary, should be installed
on the front wheels. Be sure that the chains are the proper size and that they are installed inaccordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-tions. To minimize tyre and chain wear, do not contin-
ue to use tyre chains when they are no longerneeded.
CAUTION: When driving on roads covered with snow
or ice, drive at less than 20 mph (30 km/h). XI050A1-E TYRE ROTATION Tyre wear will vary for each wheel. In order to increase the life of each tyre and keep wearuniform, tyre rotation should be performed ev-ery 6,000 miles (10,000 km) as shown in figure. NOTE: Do not mix bias-ply and radial-ply tyres under any circumstances. This may causedan-gerous handling characteristics.
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TYRE BALANCING A tyre that is out of balance may affect handling
and tyre wear. The tyres on your Hyundai werebalanced before the car was delivered but mayneed balancing again during the years you ownthe car. Whenever a tyre is dismounted forrepair, it should be rebalanced. Wear indicator
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TYRE REPLACEMENT
Tyres must be replaced when the wear indica-
tors appear as a solid bar across the tyre tread.At this point, the remaining tread depth will beapproximately 0.06 in. (1.6 mm). In addition tothis, the tyre must be replaced if any portion ofthe tread has become bald or if there are anylumps, bulges or deep cuts in the sidewalls ortread. Replacement tyres must be of the recommend-
ed size and rating and should be of the samemanufacture and tread pattern on each axle.
ZI030A1-E SNOW TYRES If you equip your car with snow tyres, they should be the same size and have the sameload capacity as the original tyres. Do not drivefaster than 60 mph when your car is equippedwith snow tyres.
HA1409Spare tyre
1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
HGK248