ignition Hyundai Elantra 2006 User Guide

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o The SRS can function only when
the ignition key is in the "ON" position. If the SRS SRI does not come on, or continuously re-mains on after flashing for about 6 seconds when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, orafter the engine is started, comes on while driving, the SRS is not working properly. If this occurs,have your vehicle immediately inspected by your Hyundai dealer.
o Before you replace a fuse or dis- connect a battery terminal, turnthe ignition key to the "LOCK"position or remove the ignition key. Never remove or replace the air bag related fuse(s) when theignition key is in the "ON" posi- tion. Failure to heed this warning will cause the SRS SRI to illumi-nate.
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When installing a container of liq- uid air freshener inside a vehicle,do not place it near the instrument cluster nor on the instrument panel pad surface. If there is any leakagefrom the air freshener onto these areas (Instrument cluster, instru- ment panel pad or air ventilator), itmay damage these parts. If the liq- uid from air freshener does leak onto these areas, wash them withwater immediately.! WARNING:
o When the SRS is activated, there may be a loud noise and fine dust will be released throughout thevehicle. These conditions are normal and are not hazardous. However, the fine dust generatedduring airbag deployment may cause skin irritation. Wash your hands and face thoroughly withlukewarm water and a mild soap after an accident in which the airbags were deployed.
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Passenger's Airbag
Passenger's Airbag
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B240C02Y-GAT SRS Care The SRS is virtually maintenance-free and there are no parts you can safelyservice by yourself. The entire SRS system must be inspected by an au- thorized Hyundai dealer 10 years afterthe date that the vehicle was manufac- tured. Any work on the SRS system, such as removing, installing, repairing, or any work on the steering wheel must beperformed by a qualified Hyundai tech- nician. Improper handling of the SRS system may result in serious personalinjury.
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o The side impact airbag is supple- mental to the driver's and the passenger's seat belt systems and is not a substitute for them.Your seat belts must be worn at all times while the vehicle is in mo- tion. The airbags deploy only incertain side impact conditions severe enough to cause signifi- cant injury to the vehicle occu-pants.
o For best protection from the side
Impact airbag system and toavoid being injured by the de- B990B01E
Side airbag sensor
ploying side airbag, both front seat occupants should sit in anupright position with the seat belt properly fastened. The driver's hands should be placedon the steering wheel at the 9:00 and 3:00 o'clock positions. The passenger's arms and handsshould be placed on their laps.
o Do not use any accessory seat
covers.
o Use of seat covers could reduce or prevent the effectiveness ofthe system.
o Do not install any accessories on the side or near the side Impactairbag.
o Do not use excessive force on the side of the seat.
o Do not place any objects over the airbag or between the airbag and yourself.
o Do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between thefront door and the front seat. Such objects may become dan-gerous projectiles and cause in- jury if the supplemental side Im- pact airbag deploy. o To prevent unexpected deploy-
ment of the side Impact airbagthat may result in personal in- jury, avoid impact to the side airbag sensor when the ignitionkey is on.

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ABS Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)(If installed)
When the key is turned to the "ON" position, the Anti-Lock Brake System SRI will come on and then go off afterthree seconds. If the ABS SRI remains on, comes on while driving, or does not come on when the key is turned to the"ON" position, this indicates that there may be a problem with the ABS. If this occurs, have your vehiclechecked by your Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. The normal braking system will still be operational, butwithout the assistance of the anti-lock brake system.B260B01S-GAT SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)(If installed)
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes on and flashes for about 6 seconds after the ignition key isturned to the "ON" position or after the engine is started, after which it will go out. This light also comes on when the SRS is not working properly. If the SRI doesnot come on, or continuously remains on after flashing for about 6 seconds when you turned the ignition key to the"ON" position or started the engine, or if it comes on while driving, have the SRS inspected by an authorizedHyundai Dealer.
WARNING:
If the both ABS SRI and ParkingBrake/Brake fluid level warninglights remain "ON" or come on while driving, there may be a problem with E.B.D. (Electronic Brake ForceDistribution). B260C01A-AAT
O/D OFF Indicator (If installed)
When the overdrive switch is turned on, the overdrive off indicator will go out. This amber indicator will be illumi-nated when the overdrive switch is turned off. (1.6L Auto T/A only) B260D01A-AAT Turn Signal Indicator Lights
The blinking green arrows on the in- strument panel show the direction indi-cated by the turn signals. If the arrow comes on but does not blink, blinks more rapidly than normal, or does notilluminate at all, a malfunction in the turn signal system is indicated. Your dealer should be consulted for repairs.
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
If this occurs, avoid sudden stops and have your vehicle checked by your Hyundai dealer as soon as possible.

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Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light Warning Light Operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning light should come on when theparking brake is applied and the igni- tion switch is turned to "ON" or "START". After the engine is started,the light should go out when the park- ing brake is released. If the parking brake is not applied, thewarning light should come on when the ignition switch is turned to "ON" or "START", then go out when the enginestarts. If the light comes on at any other time, you should slow the vehicle and bring it to a complete stop in a safelocation off the roadway. The brake warning light indicates that the brake fluid level in the brake mas-ter cylinder is low and hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications should be added. Afteradding fluid, if no other trouble is found, the car should be immediately and carefully driven to a Hyundai dealer forinspection. If further trouble is experi- enced, the vehicle should not be driven at all but taken to a dealer by aprofessional towing service or some other safe method.
B260F01A-AAT
High Beam Indicator Light
The high beam indicator light comes on whenever the headlights are switched to the high beam or flash position.
B260G01A-AAT Low Oil Pressure Warning Light CAUTION:
If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is run- ning, serious engine damage may result. The oil pressure warninglight comes on whenever there is insufficient oil pressure. In normal operation, it should come on whenthe ignition switch is turned on, then go out when the engine is started. If the oil pressure warninglight stays on while the engine is running, there may be a serious malfunction. If this happens, stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so, turn off the engine and check the oil level. Ifthe oil level is low, fill the engine oil to the proper level and start the engine again. If the light stays onwith the engine running, turn the engine off immediately. In any in- stance where the oil light stays onwhen the engine is running, the engine should be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer beforethe car is driven again.
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WARNING:
If you suspect brake trouble, have your brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. Driving your car with a problem in either thebrake electrical system or brake hy- draulic system is dangerous, and could result in a serious injury ordeath.

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B260J01S-GAT
Charging System Warning Light
The charging system warning light should come on when the ignition isturned on, then go out when the engine is running. If the light stays on while the engine is running, there is a malfunc-tion in the electrical charging system. If the light comes on while you are driv- ing, stop, turn off the engine and checkunder the hood. First, make certain the generator drive belt is in place. If it is, check the tension of the belt.And then, have the system checked by your Hyundai dealer.
CAUTION:
If the drive belt (generator belt) is loosen, broken, or mission whilethe vehicle is driving, there may be a serious malfunction, engine could overheat because this belt alsodrives the water pump.
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B260E01HP-GAT Seat Belt Warning Light (If installed)
The seat belt warning light blinks for about 6 seconds when the ignition keyis turned from the "OFF" position to "ON" or "START". B260K01E-AAT Trunk Lid (4 door)/ Tail Gate (5 door) Open Warning Light
This light remains on unless the trunk lid/tail gate is completely closed and latched. B260L01A-GAT Door Ajar Warning Light
The door ajar warning light warns you that a door is not completely closed.B260M01A-AAT Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on when the fuel tank is approachingempty. When it comes on, you should add fuel as soon as possible. Driving with the fuel level warning light on orwith the fuel level below "E" can cause the engine to misfire and damage the catalytic converter. B260Q01E-GAT Cruise Indicator Light (If installed)
The cruise indicator light in the instru- ment cluster is illuminated when the cruise control main switch on the end of the barrel is pushed.The indicator light does not illuminate when the cruise control main switch is pushed a second time.Information about the use of cruise control is beginning on page 1-84.

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B260N01A-GAT Malfunction Indicator Light (If installed)
This light illuminates when there is a malfunction of an exhaust gas relatedcomponent, and the system is not functioning properly so that the ex- haust gas regulation values are notsatisfied. This light will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, and then it will go out ina few seconds. If it illuminates while driving, or does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" posi-tion, take your car to your nearest authorized Hyundai dealer and have the system checked.
B260A01B-GAT Front Fog Indicator Light (If installed)
Front fog indicator light comes on when- ever the fog light switch is on.B260C01O-AAT Traction Control Indicator Lights(If installed)
The traction control indicators change operation according to the ignition switch position and whether the sys-tem is in operation or not. They will illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, butshould go out after three seconds. If the TCS or TCS-OFF indicator stays on, take your car to your authorizedHyundai dealer and have the system checked. See section 2 for more infor- mation about the TCS. B260U01TB-GAT
Immobilizer Indicator Light (If installed)
This indicator light comes on for some seconds after the ignition key is turnedto the "ON" position. At this time, you can start the engine. The light goes out after the engine is running. In case thislight goes out before you start the engine, you must turn to the "LOCK" position and restart the engine. In casethis light blinks for five seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON" posi- tion, this indicates that the immobilizersystem is out of order. At this time, refer to the explanation of the Limp home procedure(See page 1-6) or con-sult to the Hyundai dealer.

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B270A01A-AAT BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND The front disc brake pads have wear indicators that should make a high-pitched squealing or scraping noise when new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all thetime when the vehicle is moving. It may also be heard when the brake pedal is pushed down firmly. Exces-sive rotor damage will result if the worn pads are not replaced. See your Hyundai dealer immediately.
B260S01B-GAT
Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light
The indicator light illuminates amber when the ignition switch is placed atthe "ON" position. The engine can be started after the pre-heat indicator light goes off. The illuminating time varieswith the water temperature, air tem- perature and battery condition. NOTE: If the engine were not started 10 seconds after the preheating is com- pleted, turn the ignition key once more to the "LOCK" position, andthen to the "ON" position, in order to preheat again.
B265A01E-GAT Fuel Filter Warning Light
This light illuminates when the ignition switch is set to the "ON" position andgoes off after the engine has started. If it lights up while the engine is running, it indicates that water has accumu-lated inside the fuel filter. If this hap- pens, remove the water from the fuel filter. (Refer to "6-35 page")

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Odometer Records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.It is normal for a new vehicle to have the odometer indicating less than 50 km. NOTE: Any alteration of the odometer may void your warranty coverage. 1. Odometer The odometer records the total driving distance in kilometers or miles. 2,3. Trip odometer Records the distance of 2 trips in kilo- meters or miles.
TRIP A : First distance you have trav-
eled from your origination point to a first destination.
TRIP B : Second distance from the first
destination to the final desti-nation.
To shift from TRIP A to TRIP B, pressthe reset switch. When pressed for 1second, it will reset to 0. B310B03E
B310B03E-GAT ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER
Without Trip Computer
HXDFL231Function Of Digital Odometer/ Trip Odometer Pushing in the reset switch under the right side of the speedometer when theignition switch is turned "ON" will dis- play the following sequence:
Reset Switch
HXDFL077-1

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B340C03E-AAT Headlight Switch To operate the headlights, turn the barrel on the end of the multi-function switch. The first position turns on the parking lights, sidelights, tail lights andinstrument panel lights. The second position turns on the headlights. NOTE: The ignition must be in the "ON" position to turn on the headlights. Parking Light Auto Off If you do not turn the parking lights "OFF" after driving, the parking light will automatically shut "OFF" when thedriver's door is opened.
B340A01A-AAT COMBINATION TURN SIGNAL, HEADLIGHT AND HIGH-BEAMSWITCHTurn Signal Operation Pulling down on the lever causes the turn signals on the left side of the car to blink. Pushing upwards on the levercauses the turn signals on the right side of the car to blink. As the turn is completed, the lever will automaticallyreturn to the center position and turn off the turn signals at the same time. If either turn signal indicator light blinksmore rapidly than usual, goes on but does not blink, or does not go on at all, there is a malfunction in the system.Check for a burned-out fuse or bulb or see your Hyundai dealer.
B340B01A-AAT Lane Change Signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to a point where it begins flashing.The lever will automatically return to the center position when released.
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B340E01A-AAT Headlight Flasher To flash the headlights, pull the switch lever toward you, then release it. The headlights can be flashed even thoughthe headlight switch is in the "OFF" position. HXDFL351
To turn them "ON" again you must simply turn the ignition key to the "ON"position. B340F01A-GAT Daytime Running Lights (If installed) Your Hyundai is equipped with day- time running lights. The daytime run- ning lights are used to improve visibil- ity for oncoming traffic. Your vehicledaytime running lights are designed to remain on continuously when the en- gine is operating even though the head-light switch is in the "OFF" position. However, the daytime running lights will be off while the parking brake isapplied.
B340D01A-AAT High-beam Switch To turn on the headlight high beams, push the lever forward (away from you). The high beam indicator light will come on at the same time. For lowbeams, pull the lever back toward you.
B340G01LZ-GAT Auto Light (If installed)
HXDFL361
To operate the automatic light feature, turn the barrel on the end of the multi- function switch. If you set the multi-function switch to "AUTO", the tail lights and headlights will be turned automatically on or off according toexternal illumination conditions. NOTE: Switch on car light manually in foggy, cloudy and rainy conditions.