gross Hyundai Elantra GT 2013 Owner's Manual

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Driving your vehicle
Certification label
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center pillar.
This label shows the maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle. This is called the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and
cargo.
This label also tells you the maxi-
mum weight that can be supported
by the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).To find out the actual loads on your
front and rear axles, you need to go
to a weigh station and weigh your
vehicle. Your dealer can help you with
this. Be sure to spread out your load
equally on both sides of the center-
line.
The label will help you decide how
much cargo and installed equipment
your vehicle can carry.
If you carry items inside your vehicle
- like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else - they are moving as
fast as the vehicle. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a crash,
the items will continue moving and
can cause an injury if they strike the
driver or a passenger.
OBH059070
WARNING -Overloading
Never exceed the GVWR for
your vehicle, the GAWR for
either the front or rear axle
and vehicle capacity weight.
Exceeding these ratings can
cause an accident or vehicle
damage. You can calculate the
weight of your load by weigh-
ing the items (or people)
before putting them in the
vehicle. Be careful not to over-
load your vehicle.
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Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR, either
the maximum front or rear
GAWR and vehicle capacity
weight. If you do, parts,
including tires on your vehicle
can break, and it can change
the way your vehicle handles
and its braking ability.
Overloading could cause you
to lose control and crash.
Also, overloading can shorten
the life of your vehicle.

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This section will guide you in the
proper loading of your vehicle, to
keep your loaded vehicle weight
within its design rating capability.
Properly loading your vehicle will
provide maximum return of the vehi-
cle design performance. Before load-
ing your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determin-
ing your vehicle's weight ratings,
from the vehicle's specifications and
the certification label:
Base curb weight
This is the weight of the vehicle
including a full tank of fuel and all
standard equipment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or option-
al equipment.
Vehicle curb weight
This is the weight of your new vehicle
when you picked it up from your deal-
er plus any aftermarket equipment.Cargo weight
This figure includes all weight added
to the Base Curb Weight, including
cargo and optional equipment.
GAW (Gross axle weight)
This is the total weight placed on
each axle (front and rear) - including
vehicle curb weight and all payload.
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating)
This is the maximum allowable
weight that can be carried by a single
axle (front or rear). These numbers
are shown on the certification label.
The total load on each axle must
never exceed its GAWR.
GVW (Gross vehicle weight)
This is the Base Curb Weight plus
actual Cargo Weight plus passengers.GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating)
This is the maximum allowable
weight of the fully loaded vehicle
(including all options, equipment,
passengers and cargo). The GVWR
is shown on the certification label
located on the driver’s door sill.
VEHICLE WEIGHT

Maintenance
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Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Air Pressure:The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transaxle,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascals (kPa) before a tire has built
up heat from driving.
Curb Weight:This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into
the sidewall of a tire signifying that
the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation motor
vehicle safety standards. The DOT
code includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Front Axle.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle.Intended Outboard Sidewall:The
side of an asymmetrical tire, that
must always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa):The metric unit for
air pressure.
Load Index:An assigned number
ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-
sponds to the load carrying capacity
of a tire.
Maximum Inflation Pressure:The
maximum air pressure to which a
cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-
mum air pressure is molded onto the
sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating:The load
rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that
tire.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:
The sum of curb weight; accessory
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight:The
number of occupants a vehicle is
designed to seat multiplied by 150
pounds (68 kg).

Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
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TIRES AND WHEELS
*1Normal load : Up to 3 persons
CAUTION
When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle.
Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or make it work irregularly.
CAPACITY/WEIGHT
Item Specification
Gross vehicle weight
lbs. (kg)4,056 (1,840)
Luggage volume
cu ft (l)Min. 13.3 (378)
Max. 46.5 (1,316)
ItemTire sizeWheel size
Inflation pressure psi (kPa)Wheel lug nut torque
lb•ft (kg NNormal load *1Maximum load
FrontRearFrontRear
Full size tireP205/55 R166.5J×1632 (220)32 (220)32 (220)32 (220)
65~79
(9~11, 88~107)P215/45 R177.0J×1732 (220)32 (220)32 (220)32 (220)
Compact
spare tire
(if equipped)T125/80D154.0T×15
60 (420)60 (420)60 (420)60 (420)
T125/80D164.0T×16

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Index
Fuel gauge ....................................................................4-59
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-3
Fuse switch ....................................................................7-60
Fuses ..............................................................................7-58
Fuse switch ................................................................7-60
Fuse/relay panel description ......................................7-62
Instrument panel fuse ................................................7-59
Gauge
Engine temperature gauge ..........................................4-58
Fuel gauge ..................................................................4-59
GAW (Gross axle weight) ............................................5-63
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ................................5-63
Glove box ....................................................................4-118
GVW (Gross vehicle weight)........................................5-63
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ..........................5-63
Hazardous driving conditions ......................................5-49
Headlamp delay ............................................................4-83
Headlamp welcome function ........................................4-84
Headrest(front) ................................................................3-8
Headrest(rear) ................................................................3-11
Hight adjustment ..........................................................3-20
Highway driving............................................................5-52Hood ..............................................................................4-32
Horn ..............................................................................4-45
How to use this manual ..................................................1-2
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ..................1-7
Indicators and warnings ................................................4-67
Inside rearview mirror ..................................................4-48
Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-56
Engine temperature gauge ..........................................4-58
Fuel gauge ..................................................................4-59
Instrument panel illumination ....................................4-57
LCD display warning ................................................4-78
Odometer ....................................................................4-60
Speedometer ..............................................................4-57
Tachometer ................................................................4-57
Trip computer ............................................................4-61
Warning and indicators ..............................................4-67
Instrument panel fuse ....................................................7-59
Instrument panel illumination ......................................4-57
Instrument panel overview ..............................................2-5
Interior care ..................................................................7-89
Interior features ..........................................................4-121
Aux, USB and iPod port ..........................................4-125
Cargo area cover ......................................................4-126
Clothes hanger ..........................................................4-124
Cup holder ................................................................4-121
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Index
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GAW (Gross axle weight) ..........................................5-63
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ............................5-63
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ....................................5-63
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating)........................5-63
Vehicle curb weight ....................................................5-63
Volume/weight ................................................................8-4
Warning and indicators ................................................4-67
Washer fluid ..................................................................7-33
Weight/volume ................................................................8-4
Welcome system............................................................4-95
Wheel alignment and tire balance ................................7-47
Wheel replacement ........................................................7-49
Windows ........................................................................4-27
Auto down window ....................................................4-29
Auto up/down window ..............................................4-30
Power window lock button ........................................4-31
Windshield defrosting and defogging ........................4-113
Auto defogging system ............................................4-115
Winter driving ..............................................................5-54
Snow tires ..................................................................5-54
Tire chains ..................................................................5-55
Wiper blades..................................................................7-38
Wipers and washers ......................................................4-89
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