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o oo o
o
"LOCK" "LOCK""LOCK" "LOCK"
"LOCK"The key can be removed or inserted in this
position. To protect against theft, the steering
wheel locks by removing the key.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key, To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key, To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,
To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,
and then turn the steering wheel and key and then turn the steering wheel and keyand then turn the steering wheel and key and then turn the steering wheel and key
and then turn the steering wheel and key
simultaneously. simultaneously.simultaneously. simultaneously.
simultaneously.
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To Remove the Ignition Key To Remove the Ignition KeyTo Remove the Ignition Key To Remove the Ignition Key
To Remove the Ignition Key
1. Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position.
2. Simultaneously push and turn the ignition key
counterclockwise from the "ACC" position to
the "LOCK" position.
3. The key can be removed in the "LOCK"
position.
C050A01A-AATSTARTING STARTINGSTARTING STARTING
STARTING
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly Never run the engine in a closed or poorlyNever run the engine in a closed or poorly Never run the engine in a closed or poorly
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area any longer than is needed to ventilated area any longer than is needed toventilated area any longer than is needed to ventilated area any longer than is needed to
ventilated area any longer than is needed to
move your car in or out of the area. The move your car in or out of the area. Themove your car in or out of the area. The move your car in or out of the area. The
move your car in or out of the area. The
carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorlesscarbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless
carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless
and can cause serious injury or death. and can cause serious injury or death.and can cause serious injury or death. and can cause serious injury or death.
and can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed Be sure that the clutch is fully depressedBe sure that the clutch is fully depressed Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed
Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed
when starting a manual transaxle vehicle. when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.when starting a manual transaxle vehicle. when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.
when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.
Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle willYour manual transaxle equipped vehicle will Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will
Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will
not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de- not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de- not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped pressed. On a manual transaxle equippedpressed. On a manual transaxle equipped pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped
pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped
vehicle that can be started without depress- vehicle that can be started without depress-vehicle that can be started without depress- vehicle that can be started without depress-
vehicle that can be started without depress-
ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause ing the clutch, there is the potential to causeing the clutch, there is the potential to cause ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause
ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause
damage to the vehicle or injury to someone damage to the vehicle or injury to someonedamage to the vehicle or injury to someone damage to the vehicle or injury to someone
damage to the vehicle or injury to someone
inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the inside or outside the vehicle as a result of theinside or outside the vehicle as a result of the inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the
inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the
forward or backward movement of the ve- forward or backward movement of the ve-forward or backward movement of the ve- forward or backward movement of the ve-
forward or backward movement of the ve-
hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de- hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de- hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-
hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-
pressed when the vehicle is started. pressed when the vehicle is started.pressed when the vehicle is started. pressed when the vehicle is started.
pressed when the vehicle is started.
4. Turn the ignition key to the "Start" position
and release it when the engine starts.
After the engine has started, allow the engine
to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the
vehicle in gear.
The starter should not be operated for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 15-30 sec-
onds between starting attempts to protect the
starter from overheating.
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Normal Conditions: Normal Conditions:Normal Conditions: Normal Conditions:
Normal Conditions:The Starting Procedure:
1. Insert key, and fasten the seat belt.
2. Depress the clutch pedal fully and place the
gearshift lever (manual transaxle) in neutral
or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in
"P" (park) position.
3. After turning the ignition key to the "ON"
position, make certain all warning lights and
gauges are functioning properly before start-
ing the engine.
LOCK LOCKLOCK LOCK
LOCKACC ACCACC ACC
ACC
ON ONON ON
ON
START STARTSTART START
START
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C070D03A-AATGood Driving Practices Good Driving PracticesGood Driving Practices Good Driving Practices
Good Driving Practiceso Never take the car out of gear and coast down
a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always
leave the car in gear.
o Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them
to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when
you are driving down a long hill, slow down
and shift to a lower gear. When you do this,
engine braking will help slow the car.
o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.
This will help avoid over-revving the engine,
which can cause damage.
o Slow down when you encounter cross winds.
This gives you much better control of your car.C070B01A-AAT
Using the Clutch Using the ClutchUsing the Clutch Using the Clutch
Using the ClutchThe clutch should be pressed all the way to the
floor before shifting, then released slowly. The
clutch pedal should always be used after fully
returning to the original position. Do not rest your
foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This can
cause unnecessary wear.
Do not partially engage the clutch to hold the car
on an incline. This causes unnecessary wear.
Use the parking brake to hold the car on an
incline. Do not operate the clutch pedal rapidly
and repeatedly.
C070A02A-AATOPERATING THE MANUAL OPERATING THE MANUALOPERATING THE MANUAL OPERATING THE MANUAL
OPERATING THE MANUAL
TRANSAXLE TRANSAXLETRANSAXLE TRANSAXLE
TRANSAXLE
Your Hyundai's manual transaxle has a conven-
tional shift pattern. This shift pattern is imprinted
on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully synchro-
nized in all forward gears so shifting to either a
higher or a lower gear is easily accomplished.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:o oo o
o
To shift into reverse, rest the lever in To shift into reverse, rest the lever inTo shift into reverse, rest the lever in To shift into reverse, rest the lever in
To shift into reverse, rest the lever in
neutral for at least 3 seconds after your neutral for at least 3 seconds after yourneutral for at least 3 seconds after your neutral for at least 3 seconds after your
neutral for at least 3 seconds after your
car is completely stopped. Then move the car is completely stopped. Then move thecar is completely stopped. Then move the car is completely stopped. Then move the
car is completely stopped. Then move the
lever into the reverse position. lever into the reverse position.lever into the reverse position. lever into the reverse position.
lever into the reverse position.
o oo o
o
During cold weather, shifting may be dif- During cold weather, shifting may be dif-During cold weather, shifting may be dif- During cold weather, shifting may be dif-
During cold weather, shifting may be dif-
ficult until the transaxle lubricant has ficult until the transaxle lubricant hasficult until the transaxle lubricant has ficult until the transaxle lubricant has
ficult until the transaxle lubricant has
warmed up. This is normal and not harm- warmed up. This is normal and not harm-warmed up. This is normal and not harm- warmed up. This is normal and not harm-
warmed up. This is normal and not harm-
ful to the transaxle. ful to the transaxle.ful to the transaxle. ful to the transaxle.
ful to the transaxle.
SSA2090AThe shift points as shown above are recom-
mended for optimum fuel economy and perform-
ance.
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Recommended Shift Points Recommended Shift PointsRecommended Shift Points Recommended Shift Points
Recommended Shift Points
Shift
from-to
1-2
2-3
3-4
4-5Recommended
mph (km/h)
15 (20)
25 (40)
35 (55)
45 (75) o oo o
o
If you 've come to a complete stop and it's If you 've come to a complete stop and it'sIf you 've come to a complete stop and it's If you 've come to a complete stop and it's
If you 've come to a complete stop and it's
hard to shift into 1 hard to shift into 1hard to shift into 1 hard to shift into 1
hard to shift into 1
st stst st
st or R(Reverse), put the or R(Reverse), put the or R(Reverse), put the or R(Reverse), put the
or R(Reverse), put the
shift lever in N(Neutral) position and re- shift lever in N(Neutral) position and re-shift lever in N(Neutral) position and re- shift lever in N(Neutral) position and re-
shift lever in N(Neutral) position and re-
lease the clutch. Press the clutch pedal lease the clutch. Press the clutch pedallease the clutch. Press the clutch pedal lease the clutch. Press the clutch pedal
lease the clutch. Press the clutch pedal
back down, and then shift into 1 back down, and then shift into 1back down, and then shift into 1 back down, and then shift into 1
back down, and then shift into 1
st stst st
st or or or or
or
R(Reverse) gear position. R(Reverse) gear position.R(Reverse) gear position. R(Reverse) gear position.
R(Reverse) gear position.
o oo o
o
Do not use the shift lever as a handrest Do not use the shift lever as a handrestDo not use the shift lever as a handrest Do not use the shift lever as a handrest
Do not use the shift lever as a handrest
during driving, as this can result in prema- during driving, as this can result in prema-during driving, as this can result in prema- during driving, as this can result in prema-
during driving, as this can result in prema-
ture wear of the transaxle shift forks. ture wear of the transaxle shift forks.ture wear of the transaxle shift forks. ture wear of the transaxle shift forks.
ture wear of the transaxle shift forks.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:When downshifting from fifth gear to fourth When downshifting from fifth gear to fourthWhen downshifting from fifth gear to fourth When downshifting from fifth gear to fourth
When downshifting from fifth gear to fourth
gear, caution should be taken not to inadvert- gear, caution should be taken not to inadvert-gear, caution should be taken not to inadvert- gear, caution should be taken not to inadvert-
gear, caution should be taken not to inadvert-
ently press the gear shift lever sideways in ently press the gear shift lever sideways inently press the gear shift lever sideways in ently press the gear shift lever sideways in
ently press the gear shift lever sideways in
such a manner that second gear is engaged. such a manner that second gear is engaged.such a manner that second gear is engaged. such a manner that second gear is engaged.
such a manner that second gear is engaged.
Such a drastic downshift may cause the en- Such a drastic downshift may cause the en-Such a drastic downshift may cause the en- Such a drastic downshift may cause the en-
Such a drastic downshift may cause the en-
gine speed to increase to the point that the gine speed to increase to the point that thegine speed to increase to the point that the gine speed to increase to the point that the
gine speed to increase to the point that the
tachometer will enter the red zone. Such tachometer will enter the red zone. Suchtachometer will enter the red zone. Such tachometer will enter the red zone. Such
tachometer will enter the red zone. Such
over-revving of the engine may possibly over-revving of the engine may possiblyover-revving of the engine may possibly over-revving of the engine may possibly
over-revving of the engine may possibly
cause engine damage. cause engine damage.cause engine damage. cause engine damage.
cause engine damage.
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wet. They can also get wet when the car is
washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous! Your
car will not stop as quickly if the brakes are
wet. Wet brakes may cause the car to pull to
one side. To dry the brakes, apply the brakes
lightly until the braking action returns to nor-
mal, taking care to keep the car under control
at all times. If the braking action does not
return to normal, stop as soon as it is safe to
do so and call your Hyundai dealer for assis-
tance.
o Don't coast down hills with the car out of gear.
This is extremely hazardous. Keep the car in
gear at all times, use the brakes to slow down,
then shift to a lower gear so that engine
braking will help you maintain a safe speed.
o Don't "ride" the brake pedal. Resting your foot
on the brake pedal while driving can be dan-
gerous because it can result in the brakes
overheating and losing their effectiveness. It
also 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 pointed
straight ahead while you slow down. When
you are moving slowly enough for it to be safe
to do so, pull off the road and stop in a safe
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.
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GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES GOOD BRAKING PRACTICESGOOD BRAKING PRACTICES GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf Nothing should be carried on top of the shelfNothing should be carried on top of the shelf Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf
Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf
panel behind the rear seat. If there were an panel behind the rear seat. If there were anpanel behind the rear seat. If there were an panel behind the rear seat. If there were an
panel behind the rear seat. If there were an
accident or a sudden stop, such objects could accident or a sudden stop, such objects couldaccident or a sudden stop, such objects could accident or a sudden stop, such objects could
accident or a sudden stop, such objects could
move forward and cause damage to the ve- move forward and cause damage to the ve-move forward and cause damage to the ve- move forward and cause damage to the ve-
move forward and cause damage to the ve-
hicle or injure the occupants. hicle or injure the occupants.hicle or injure the occupants. hicle or injure the occupants.
hicle or injure the occupants.
o After being parked, check to be sure the
parking brake is not engaged and that the
parking brake indicator light is out before
driving away. gentle slope, it is recommended that the over-
drive switch be turned off. Turn the overdrive
switch back on immediately afterward.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:o oo o
o
The risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased ifThe risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-
you lose control of your vehicle at high-
way speeds. way speeds.way speeds. way speeds.
way speeds.
o oo o
o
Loss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or moreLoss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or more
Loss of control often occurs if two or more
wheels drop off the roadway and the driver wheels drop off the roadway and the driverwheels drop off the roadway and the driver wheels drop off the roadway and the driver
wheels drop off the roadway and the driver
oversteers to reenter the roadway. oversteers to reenter the roadway.oversteers to reenter the roadway. oversteers to reenter the roadway.
oversteers to reenter the roadway.
o oo o
o
In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slowway, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
down before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the traveldown before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the travel
down before pulling back into the travel
lanes. lanes.lanes. lanes.
lanes.
o oo o
o
In a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person isIn a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-
significantly more likely to die than a per-
son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.
son wearing a seatbelt.
o oo o
o
Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.
Never exceed posted speed limits.
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Good Driving Practices Good Driving PracticesGood Driving Practices Good Driving Practices
Good Driving Practiceso Never move the gear selector lever from "P"
or "N" to any other position with the acceler-
ator pedal depressed.
o Never move the gear selector lever into "P"
when the vehicle is in motion.
o Be sure the car is completely stopped before
you attempt to shift into "R".
o Never take the car out of gear and coast down
a hill. This may be extremely hazardous.
Always leave the car in gear when moving.
o Do not "ride" the brakes. This can cause them
to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when
you are driving down a long hill, slow down
and shift to a lower gear. When you do this,
engine braking will help slow the car.
o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.
Otherwise, the lower gear may not be en-
gaged.
o Always use the parking brake. Do not depend
on placing the transaxle in "P" to keep the car
from moving.
o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a
slippery surface. Be especially careful when
braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a
slippery surface, an abrupt change in vehicle
speed can cause the drive wheels to lose
traction and the vehicle to go out of control.
o Turn the overdrive switch on for good fuel
economy and smooth driving. If engine brak-
ing is needed in the "D" range or if repeated
upshifting and downshifting between the 3rd
and 4th gear is needed when climbing a
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C120A02A-AATANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMANTI-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 control
module monitors the wheel speed and controls
the pressure applied to each brake. Thus, in
emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS will
increase vehicle control during braking.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:During ABS operation, a slight pulsation may During ABS operation, a slight pulsation mayDuring ABS operation, a slight pulsation may During ABS operation, a slight pulsation may
During ABS operation, a slight pulsation may
be felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are be felt in the brake pedal when the brakes arebe felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are be felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are
be felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are
applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the applied. Also, a noise may be heard in theapplied. Also, a noise may be heard in the applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the
applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the
engine compartment while braking. These engine compartment while braking. Theseengine compartment while braking. These engine compartment while braking. These
engine compartment while braking. These
conditions are normal and indicate that the conditions are normal and indicate that theconditions are normal and indicate that the conditions are normal and indicate that the
conditions are normal and indicate that the
anti-lock brake system is functioning prop- anti-lock brake system is functioning prop-anti-lock brake system is functioning prop- anti-lock brake system is functioning prop-
anti-lock brake system is functioning prop-
erly. erly.erly. erly.
erly.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:ABS will not prevent accidents due to im- ABS will not prevent accidents due to im-ABS will not prevent accidents due to im- ABS will not prevent accidents due to im-
ABS will not prevent accidents due to im-
proper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even proper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Evenproper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even proper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even
proper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even
though vehicle control is improved during though vehicle control is improved duringthough vehicle control is improved during though vehicle control is improved during
though vehicle control is improved during
emergency braking, always maintain a safe emergency braking, always maintain a safeemergency braking, always maintain a safe emergency braking, always maintain a safe
emergency braking, always maintain a safe
distance between you and objects ahead. distance between you and objects ahead.distance between you and objects ahead. distance between you and objects ahead.
distance between you and objects ahead.
Vehicle speeds should always be reduced Vehicle speeds should always be reducedVehicle speeds should always be reduced Vehicle speeds should always be reduced
Vehicle speeds should always be reduced
during extreme road conditions. during extreme road conditions.during extreme road conditions. during extreme road conditions.
during extreme road conditions.
The braking distance for cars equipped with The braking distance for cars equipped withThe braking distance for cars equipped with The braking distance for cars equipped with
The braking distance for cars equipped with
an anti-lock braking system may be longer an anti-lock braking system may be longeran anti-lock braking system may be longer an anti-lock braking system may be longer
an anti-lock braking system may be longer
than for those without it in the following road than for those without it in the following roadthan for those without it in the following road than for those without it in the following road
than for those without it in the following road
conditions. conditions.conditions. conditions.
conditions.o oo o
o
Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered Driving on rough, gravel or snow-coveredDriving on rough, gravel or snow-covered Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered
Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered
roads. roads.roads. roads.
roads.
o oo o
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.
o oo o
o
Driving on roads where the road surface is Driving on roads where the road surface isDriving on roads where the road surface is Driving on roads where the road surface is
Driving on roads where the road surface is
pitted or has different surface height. pitted or has different surface height.pitted or has different surface height. pitted or has different surface height.
pitted or has different surface height.
During these conditions the vehicle should During these conditions the vehicle shouldDuring these conditions the vehicle should During these conditions the vehicle should
During these conditions the vehicle should
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety fea- be driven at reduced speeds. The safety fea-be driven at reduced speeds. The safety fea- be driven at reduced speeds. The safety fea-
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety fea-
tures of an ABS equipped vehicle should not tures of an ABS equipped vehicle should nottures of an ABS equipped vehicle should not tures of an ABS equipped vehicle should not
tures of an ABS equipped vehicle should not
be tested by high speed driving or cornering. be tested by high speed driving or cornering.be tested by high speed driving or cornering. be tested by high speed driving or cornering.
be tested by high speed driving or cornering.
This could endanger the safety of yourself or This could endanger the safety of yourself orThis could endanger the safety of yourself or This could endanger the safety of yourself or
This could endanger the safety of yourself or
others. others.others. others.
others.
C300A02Y-GATTRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
(If Installed) (If Installed)(If Installed) (If Installed)
(If Installed)
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On slippery road surfaces, the traction control
system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spin-
ning excessively, thus helping the car to acceler-
ate. It also provides sufficient driving force and
steering performance as the car turns at acceler-
ated speeds. o Use caution when parking on a hill. Engage
the parking brake and place the gear selector
lever in "P" (automatic transaxle) or in first or
reverse gear (manual transaxle). If your car is
facing downhill, turn the front wheels into the
curb to help keep the car from rolling. If your
car is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away
from the curb to help keep the car from rolling.
If there is no curb or if it is required by other
conditions to keep the car from rolling, block
the wheels.
o Under some conditions your parking brake
can freeze in the engaged position. This is
most likely to happen when there is an accu-
mulation of snow or ice around or near the
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 put the
gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first
or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block
the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then
release the parking brake.
o Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with
the accelerator pedal. This can cause the
transmission to overheat. Always use the
brake pedal or parking brake.
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TCS ON/OFF Mode TCS ON/OFF ModeTCS ON/OFF Mode TCS ON/OFF Mode
TCS ON/OFF ModeIn the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the instru-
ment cluster will not be illuminated.
To switch the TCS OFF mode, press the TCS
switch . And the SLIP control will be deactivated
and the TCS indicator in the instrument cluster
will be illuminated.
SLIP Control SLIP ControlSLIP Control SLIP Control
SLIP ControlLimits the drive wheels from spinning exces-
sively during starting or while making accelerat-
ed turns on slippery roads to avoid losing the
driving force of the front wheels.
Driving hints Driving hintsDriving hints Driving hints
Driving hintsTCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to
decelerate the car sufficiently before entering
curves.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP controlWhen the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control
When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control
has been activated. It also means that the has been activated. It also means that thehas been activated. It also means that the has been activated. It also means that the
has been activated. It also means that the
road is slippery or your car is accelerating road is slippery or your car is acceleratingroad is slippery or your car is accelerating road is slippery or your car is accelerating
road is slippery or your car is accelerating
excessively. In this situation, release foot excessively. In this situation, release footexcessively. In this situation, release foot excessively. In this situation, release foot
excessively. In this situation, release foot
pressure from the accelerator pedal and main- pressure from the accelerator pedal and main-pressure from the accelerator pedal and main- pressure from the accelerator pedal and main-
pressure from the accelerator pedal and main-
tain moderate speed. tain moderate speed.tain moderate speed. tain moderate speed.
tain moderate speed.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Traction control is only a driving aid; all Traction control is only a driving aid; allTraction control is only a driving aid; all Traction control is only a driving aid; all
Traction control is only a driving aid; all
normal precautions for driving in inclement normal precautions for driving in inclementnormal precautions for driving in inclement normal precautions for driving in inclement
normal precautions for driving in inclement
weather and on slippery driving surfaces weather and on slippery driving surfacesweather and on slippery driving surfaces weather and on slippery driving surfaces
weather and on slippery driving surfaces
should be observed. should be observed.should be observed. should be observed.
should be observed.
C300D02L-GAT
Indicator and Warning Indicator and WarningIndicator and Warning Indicator and Warning
Indicator and WarningThe indicator should illuminate when the ignition
key is turned to "ON" or "START", but should go
out after three seconds.
If the indicator does not illuminate, have it checked
by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
Should there be any unusual conditions in the
device, TCS illuminates as a warning.
If TCS illuminates, pull your car to a safe place
and stop the engine.
Then, start the engine again to check if the TCS
indicator goes out.
If the indicator remains lit even after the engine
has been started, have your car checked by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:1) 1)1) 1)
1)
Turn off the engine. Then restart the en- Turn off the engine. Then restart the en-Turn off the engine. Then restart the en- Turn off the engine. Then restart the en-
Turn off the engine. Then restart the en-
gine, and the TCS mode will automatically gine, and the TCS mode will automaticallygine, and the TCS mode will automatically gine, and the TCS mode will automatically
gine, and the TCS mode will automatically
turn "ON". turn "ON".turn "ON". turn "ON".
turn "ON".
2) 2)2) 2)
2)
When the traction control is operating When the traction control is operatingWhen the traction control is operating When the traction control is operating
When the traction control is operating
properly, you can feel a slight pulsation in properly, you can feel a slight pulsation inproperly, you can feel a slight pulsation in properly, you can feel a slight pulsation in
properly, you can feel a slight pulsation in
the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake the vehicle. This is only the effect of brakethe vehicle. This is only the effect of brake the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake
the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake
control and indicates nothing unusual. control and indicates nothing unusual.control and indicates nothing unusual. control and indicates nothing unusual.
control and indicates nothing unusual.
3) 3)3) 3)
3)
When the engine starts, a click is heard When the engine starts, a click is heardWhen the engine starts, a click is heard When the engine starts, a click is heard
When the engine starts, a click is heard
from the engine compartment; however, from the engine compartment; however,from the engine compartment; however, from the engine compartment; however,
from the engine compartment; however,
this is only the sound of traction control this is only the sound of traction controlthis is only the sound of traction control this is only the sound of traction control
this is only the sound of traction control
being checked. being checked.being checked. being checked.
being checked.
4) 4)4) 4)
4)
When moving out of the mud or fresh When moving out of the mud or freshWhen moving out of the mud or fresh When moving out of the mud or fresh
When moving out of the mud or fresh
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may snow, pressing the accelerator pedal maysnow, pressing the accelerator pedal may snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may
not cause the engine speed to increase. not cause the engine speed to increase.not cause the engine speed to increase. not cause the engine speed to increase.
not cause the engine speed to increase.NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:1) 1)1) 1)
1)
When TCS illuminates, traction control is When TCS illuminates, traction control isWhen TCS illuminates, traction control is When TCS illuminates, traction control is
When TCS illuminates, traction control is
automatically deactivated for safety. automatically deactivated for safety.automatically deactivated for safety. automatically deactivated for safety.
automatically deactivated for safety.
2) 2)2) 2)
2)
This warning function is not provided when This warning function is not provided whenThis warning function is not provided when This warning function is not provided when
This warning function is not provided when
the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode. the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode.the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode. the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode.
the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode.
C140A01A-AAT
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY DRIVING FOR ECONOMYDRIVING FOR ECONOMY DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
DRIVING FOR ECONOMYYou can save fuel and get more miles 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 cruising
speed. Don't race between stoplights. Try to
adjust your speed to that of the other traffic so
you don't have to change speeds unneces-
sarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible.
Always maintain a safe distance from other
vehicles 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 at
a moderate speed, especially on the high-
way, is one of the most effective ways to
reduce fuel consumption.
o Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This
can increase fuel consumption and also in-
crease wear on these components. In addi-
tion, driving with your foot resting on the brake
pedal may cause the brakes to overheat,
which reduces their effectiveness and may
lead to more serious consequences.
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2- 11 accordance with the maintenance schedule in
Section 5. Before winter, have your coolant test-
ed to assure that its freezing point is sufficient for
the temperatures anticipated during the winter.
C160D01A-AAT
Check Battery and Cables Check Battery and CablesCheck Battery and Cables Check Battery and Cables
Check Battery and CablesWinter puts additional burdens on the battery
system. Visually inspect the battery and cables
as described in Section 6. The level of charge in
your battery can be checked by your Hyundai
dealer or a service station.
C160E01A-AATChange to "Winter Weight" Oil if Change to "Winter Weight" Oil ifChange to "Winter Weight" Oil if Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if
Necessary NecessaryNecessary Necessary
Necessary
In some climates it is recommended that a lower
viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold
weather. See Section 9 for recommendations. If
you aren't sure what weight oil you should use,
consult your Hyundai dealer.
C160F01A-AATCheck Spark Plugs and Ignition Check Spark Plugs and IgnitionCheck Spark Plugs and Ignition Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition
System SystemSystem System
System
Inspect your spark plugs as described in Section
6 and replace them if necessary. Also check all
ignition wiring and components to be sure they
are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
C160G01A-AAT
To Keep Locks from Freezing To Keep Locks from FreezingTo Keep Locks from Freezing To Keep Locks from Freezing
To Keep Locks from FreezingTo keep the locks from freezing, squirt an ap-
proved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key
opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with
an approved de-icing fluid to remove the 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 burning the fingers.
C160H01A-AATUse Approved Anti-Freeze in Window Use Approved Anti-Freeze in WindowUse Approved Anti-Freeze in Window Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window
Washer System Washer SystemWasher System Washer System
Washer System
To keep the water in the window washer system
from freezing, add an approved anti-freeze solu-
tion in accordance with instructions on the con-
tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is available
from Hyundai dealers and most auto parts out-
lets. Do not use engine coolant or other types of
anti-freeze as these may damage the finish.
C160I01A-AAT
Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze Don't Let Your Parking Brake FreezeDon't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Don't Let Your Parking Brake FreezeUnder some conditions your parking brake can
freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely
to happen when there is an accumulation of snow
or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the
brakes are wet. If there is a risk the parking brake
may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you
put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in
first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and
block the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then
release the parking brake.
C160K01A-AAT
Carry Emergency Equipment Carry Emergency EquipmentCarry Emergency Equipment Carry Emergency Equipment
Carry Emergency EquipmentDepending on the severity of the weather where
you drive your car, you should carry appropriate
emergency equipment. Some of the items you
may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps
or chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a
shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper, gloves,
ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
C160J01A-AAT
Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate Don't Let Ice and Snow AccumulateDon't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
Underneath UnderneathUnderneath Underneath
Underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build
up under the fenders and interfere with the steer-
ing. When driving in severe winter conditions
where this may happen, you should periodically
check underneath the car to be sure the move-
ment of the front wheels and the steering compo-
nents is not obstructed.
C170A01A-AAT
HIGHER SPEED MOTORING HIGHER SPEED MOTORINGHIGHER SPEED MOTORING HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
HIGHER SPEED MOTORING
Pre-Trip Inspections Pre-Trip InspectionsPre-Trip Inspections Pre-Trip Inspections
Pre-Trip Inspections
1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specifica-
tion. Low tire inflation pressures will result in
overheating and possible failure of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may
result in reduced traction or tire failure.
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 12
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Do not do any towing with your car during its Do not do any towing with your car during itsDo not do any towing with your car during its Do not do any towing with your car during its
Do not do any towing with your car during its
first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allowfirst 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow
first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow
the engine to properly break in. Failure to the engine to properly break in. Failure tothe engine to properly break in. Failure to the engine to properly break in. Failure to
the engine to properly break in. Failure to
heed this caution may result in serious en- heed this caution may result in serious en-heed this caution may result in serious en- heed this caution may result in serious en-
heed this caution may result in serious en-
gine or transaxle damage. gine or transaxle damage.gine or transaxle damage. gine or transaxle damage.
gine or transaxle damage.
C190B01S-AAT
Trailer Hitches Trailer HitchesTrailer Hitches Trailer Hitches
Trailer HitchesSelect 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 the
chassis.
The hitch should be bolted securely to the car
and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOT
USE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY
INSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THAT
ATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER.
C190C03S-AAT
Trailer Brakes Trailer BrakesTrailer Brakes Trailer Brakes
Trailer BrakesIf your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or local
regulations and that it is properly installed and
operating correctly.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car willIf you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will
If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will
require more frequent maintenance due to require more frequent maintenance due torequire more frequent maintenance due to require more frequent maintenance due to
require more frequent maintenance due to
the additional load. See "Maintenance Under the additional load. See "Maintenance Underthe additional load. See "Maintenance Under the additional load. See "Maintenance Under
the additional load. See "Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5. Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5. Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.
Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:o oo o
o
Never connect a trailer brake system di- Never connect a trailer brake system di-Never connect a trailer brake system di- Never connect a trailer brake system di-
Never connect a trailer brake system di-
rectly to the vehicle brake system. rectly to the vehicle brake system.rectly to the vehicle brake system. rectly to the vehicle brake system.
rectly to the vehicle brake system.
o oo o
o
When towing a trailer on steep grades (in When towing a trailer on steep grades (inWhen towing a trailer on steep grades (in When towing a trailer on steep grades (in
When towing a trailer on steep grades (in
excess of 12%) pay close attention to the excess of 12%) pay close attention to theexcess of 12%) pay close attention to the excess of 12%) pay close attention to the
excess of 12%) pay close attention to the
engine coolant temperature gauge to en- engine coolant temperature gauge to en-engine coolant temperature gauge to en- engine coolant temperature gauge to en-
engine coolant temperature gauge to en-
sure the engine does not overheat. If the sure the engine does not overheat. If thesure the engine does not overheat. If the sure the engine does not overheat. If the
sure the engine does not overheat. If the
needle of the coolant temperature gauge needle of the coolant temperature gaugeneedle of the coolant temperature gauge needle of the coolant temperature gauge
needle of the coolant temperature gauge
moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT), moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT), moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),
moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),
pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to pull over and stop as soon as it is safe topull over and stop as soon as it is safe to pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to
pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to
do so, and allow the engine to idle until it do so, and allow the engine to idle until itdo so, and allow the engine to idle until it do so, and allow the engine to idle until it
do so, and allow the engine to idle until it
cools down. You may proceed once the cools down. You may proceed once thecools down. You may proceed once the cools down. You may proceed once the
cools down. You may proceed once the
engine has cooled sufficiently. engine has cooled sufficiently.engine has cooled sufficiently. engine has cooled sufficiently.
engine has cooled sufficiently.
C190D01S-AAT
Safety Chains Safety ChainsSafety Chains Safety Chains
Safety ChainsShould the hitch connection between your car
and the trailer or vehicle you are towing fail, the
trailer or vehicle could wander dangerously across
other lanes of traffic and ultimately leave the
roadway. To eliminate this potentially dangerous
situation, safety chains, attached between your
car and the trailer or towed vehicle, are required
in most states.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres- Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres- Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure shown on the tires. sure shown on the tires.sure shown on the tires. sure shown on the tires.
sure 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-AAT
USE OF LIGHTS USE OF LIGHTSUSE OF LIGHTS USE OF LIGHTS
USE OF LIGHTSCheck your lights regularly for correct operation
and always keep them clean. When driving dur-
ing the day in conditions of poor visibility, it is
helpful to drive with headlights on low beam. This
enables you to be seen as well as to see.
C190A02S-AAT
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWINGTRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWINGIf you are considering towing with your car, you
should first check with your State's Department
of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal re-
quirements.
Since laws vary from State to State, the require-
ments for towing trailers, cars, other types of
vehicles, or apparatus may differ. Ask your
Hyundai dealer for further details before towing.
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2- 1415. If you have to stop while going uphill, do not
hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the
accelerator. This can cause the automatic
transaxle to overheat. Use the parking brake
or footbrake.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-
When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-
quently. quently.quently. quently.
quently.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:If overheating should occur when towing, If overheating should occur when towing,If overheating should occur when towing, If overheating should occur when towing,
If overheating should occur when towing,
(the temperature gauge reads near red zone), (the temperature gauge reads near red zone),(the temperature gauge reads near red zone), (the temperature gauge reads near red zone),
(the temperature gauge reads near red zone),
taking the following action may reduce or taking the following action may reduce ortaking the following action may reduce or taking the following action may reduce or
taking the following action may reduce or
eliminate the problem. eliminate the problem.eliminate the problem. eliminate the problem.
eliminate the problem.
1. 1.1. 1.
1.
Turn off the air conditioner. Turn off the air conditioner.Turn off the air conditioner. Turn off the air conditioner.
Turn off the air conditioner.
2. 2.2. 2.
2.
Reduce highway speed. Reduce highway speed.Reduce highway speed. Reduce highway speed.
Reduce highway speed.
3. 3.3. 3.
3.
Select a lower gear when going uphill. Select a lower gear when going uphill.Select a lower gear when going uphill. Select a lower gear when going uphill.
Select a lower gear when going uphill.
4. 4.4. 4.
4.
While in stop and go traffic, place the gear While in stop and go traffic, place the gearWhile in stop and go traffic, place the gear While in stop and go traffic, place the gear
While in stop and go traffic, place the gear
selector in park or neutral and idle the selector in park or neutral and idle theselector in park or neutral and idle the selector in park or neutral and idle the
selector in park or neutral and idle the
engine at a higher speed. engine at a higher speed.engine at a higher speed. engine at a higher speed.
engine at a higher speed. 7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-
fected by crosswind and buffeting.
When being passed by a large vehicle, keep
a constant speed and steer straight ahead. If
there is too much wind buffeting slow down to
get out of the other vehicle's air turbulence.
8. When parking your car and trailer, especially
on a hill, be sure to follow all the normal
precautions. Turn your front wheel into the
curb, set the parking brake firmly, and put the
transaxle in 1st or Reverse (manual) or Park
(automatic). In addition, place wheel chocks
at each of the trailer's tires.
9. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your
vehicle and trailer moving, and then apply the
trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the
brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
10. During your trip, occasionally check to be
sure that the load is secure, and that the
lights and any trailer brakes are still working.
11. Avoid jerky starts, sudden acceleration or
sudden stops.
12. Avoid sharp turns and rapid lane changes.
13. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the brakes
to overheat, resulting in reduced braking effi-
ciency.
14. When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear
and use the engine braking effect.
When ascending a long grade, downshift the
transaxle to a lower gear and reduce speed to
reduce chances of engine overloading and/or
overheating.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-2
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during theThe gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during the
The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. Ifjump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,
these instructions are not followed exactly,
serious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to theserious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to the
serious personal injury and damage to the
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how tovehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfurictance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
When jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glassesWhen jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glasses
When jump starting, wear protective glasses
and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.
your clothing or on the car.
o If you should accidentally get acid on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately remove any
contaminated clothing and flush the area with
clear water for at least 15 minutes. Then
promptly obtain medical attention. If you must
be transported to an emergency facility, con-
tinue to apply water to the affected area with
a sponge or cloth.
o The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. Do
not smoke or allow a spark or an open flame
in the vicinity.
o The battery being used to provide the jump
start must be 12-volt. If you cannot determine
that it is a 12-volt battery, do not attempt to
use it for the jump start.
o To jump start a car with a discharged battery,
follow this procedure exactly:1. If the booster battery is installed in another
vehicle, be sure the two vehicles are not
touching.
2. Turn off all unnecessary lights and acces-
sories in both vehicles.
3. Attach the clamps of the jumper cable in the
exact location shown in the illustration. First,
attach one clamp of the jumper cable to the
positive (+) post or cable of the discharged
battery. Then attach the other end of the
same cable to the positive (+) post or cable
of the booster battery. Next, using the other
cable, attach one clamp to the negative (-)
post or cable of the booster battery. Then
attach the other end of that cable to a solid
metal part of the engine away from the
battery. Do not connect the cable to any
moving part.
4. Start the engine in the car with the booster
battery and let it run for a few minutes. This
will help to assure that the booster battery is
fully charged. During the jumping operation,
run the engine in this vehicle at about 2,000
rpm.
5. Start the engine in the car with the discharged
battery using the normal starting procedure.
After the engine starts, leave the jumper
cables connected and let the engine run at
fast idle or about 2,000 rpm for several min-
utes.
6. Carefully remove the jumper cables in the
reverse order of attachment.
If you do not know why your battery became
discharged (because the lights were left on,
D030A01A-AAT
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIf your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you experience a loss of power, or hear loud
pinging or knocking and the engine is probably
too hot. If this happens and, you should:
1. Pull off the road and stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
2. Place the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-
matic), or neutral (manual transaxle) and set
the parking brake. If the air conditioning is on,
turn it off.
3. If engine coolant is running out under the car
or steam is coming out from the hood, stop
the engine. Do not open the hood until the
engine coolant has stopped running or the
steaming has stopped. If there is no visible
loss of engine coolant and no steam, leave
the engine running and check to be sure the
engine cooling fan is operating. If the fan is
not running, turn the engine off.
4. Check to see if the water pump drive belt is
missing. If it is not missing, check to see that
it is tight. If the drive belt seems to be satis-
factory, check for engine coolant leaking from
the radiator, hoses or under the car. (If the air
conditioning had been in use, it is normal for
cold water to be draining from it when you
stop).
etc.), have the charging system checked by your
Hyundai dealer.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-3
D040B01A-AAT
Handling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare TireHandling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare Tire
Handling the Spare Tire
Remove the installation bolt to remove the spare
tire. To replace the spare tire in its storage
compartment, tighten the bolt firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the spare tire.
D050A01A-AAT
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIf a tire goes flat while you are driving:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
let the car slow down while driving straight
ahead. Do not apply the brakes immediately
or attempt to pull off the road as this may
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
and clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such asand clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such as
and clothing away from moving parts such as
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken or
engine coolant is leaking out, stop the engine
immediately and call the nearest Hyundai
dealer for assistance.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Do not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when theDo not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when the
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to beengine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
blown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause seriousblown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause serious
blown out of the opening and cause serious
burns. burns.burns. burns.
burns.
6. If you cannot find the cause of the overheat-
ing, wait until the engine temperature has
returned to normal. Then, if the engine cool-
ant has been lost, carefully remove the radia-
tor cap and add engine coolant to bring the
fluid level in the reservoir up to the halfway
mark.
7. Proceed with caution, keeping alert for fur-
ther signs of overheating. If overheating hap-
pens again, call a Hyundai dealer for assis-
tance.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates thereSerious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
is a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this shouldis a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this should
is a leak in the cooling system and this should
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundaibe checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
dealer. dealer.dealer. dealer.
dealer.2. The spare tire should only be used temporari-
ly and should be returned to the luggage
compartment as soon as the original tire can
be repaired or replaced.
3. Continuous use at speeds of over 50 mph
(80 km/h) is not recommended.
4. As the temporary spare tire is specifically
designed for your car, it should not be used on
any other vehicle.
5. The temporary spare tire should not be used
on any other wheels, nor should standard
tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings
be used with the temporary spare wheel. If
such use is attempted, damage to these
items or other car components may occur.
6. The temporary spare tire pressure should be
checked once a month while the tire is stored.
D040A01S-AAT
SPARE TIRE SPARE TIRESPARE TIRE SPARE TIRE
SPARE TIREThe following instructions for the temporary spare
tire should be observed:
1. Check inflation pressure as soon as possible
after installing the spare tire, and adjust to the
specified pressure. The tire pressure should
be periodically checked and maintained at
the specified pressure while the tire is stored.
Spare Tire Pressure Spare Tire PressureSpare Tire Pressure Spare Tire Pressure
Spare Tire Pressure
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
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Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
rary spare tire. rary spare tire.rary spare tire. rary spare tire.
rary spare tire.
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Do not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spareDo not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spare
Do not use more than one temporary spare
tire at a time. tire at a time.tire at a time. tire at a time.
tire at a time.
D040B01E
Tire Size
Inflation PressureT125/70D(R)15
60 psi (420 kPa)