wheel Hyundai Equus 2012 Owner's Guide

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Good driving practices
• Never move the shift lever from P
(Park) or N (Neutral) to any other posi-
tion with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
• Never move the shift lever into P (Park)
when the vehicle is in motion.
• Be sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before you attempt to shift into
R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
• Never take the vehicle out of gear and
coast down a hill. This may be
extremely hazardous. Always leave the
vehicle in gear when moving.
• Do not "ride" the brakes. This can
cause them to overheat and malfunc-
tion. 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 vehicle.
• Slow down before shifting to a lower
gear. Otherwise, the lower gear may
not be engaged.• Always use the parking brake. Do not
depend on placing the transmission in
P (Park) to keep the vehicle from mov-
ing.
• 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.
• Optimum vehicle performance and
economy is obtained by smoothly
depressing and releasing the accelera-
tor pedal.WARNING
• Always buckle-up! In a collision,
an unbelted occupant is signifi-
cantly more likely to be seriously
injured or killed than a properly
belted occupant.
• Avoid high speeds when corner-
ing or turning.
• Do not make quick steering
wheel movements, such as sharp
lane changes or fast, sharp turns.
• The risk of rollover is greatly
increased if you lose control of
your vehicle at highway speeds.
• Lossing control often occurs if
two or more wheels drop off the
roadway and the driver over-
steers to reenter the roadway.
• In the event your vehicle leaves
the roadway, do not steer sharply.
Instead, slow down before pulling
back into the travel lanes.
• Never exceed posted speed lim-
its.

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Emergency braking
If there is a problem with the brake pedal
while driving, emergency braking is pos-
sible by pulling the EPB switch. Braking
is possible only when you pull the EPB
switch.
✽NOTICE
During emergency braking by the EPB,
the parking brake warning light will
illuminate to indicate that the system is
operating.
EPB emergency release
If the EPB does not release properly, do
as follows:
1. Shift the shift lever into P (Park).
2. Install the blocks to the wheels to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling.
3. Open the trunk and remove the cover.
4. Remove the emergency release han-
dle from the tool case.
5. Remove the emergency release cable
cover.
6. Install the emergency release handle
into the threaded end of the emer-
gency release cable by turning it clock-
wise.
7. Pull up the handle until a sound is
heard and the EPB warning light
blinks.8. After using the EPB emergency
release, the warning message will
come on. You should operate the EPB
switch for the vehicle to return to its
normal condition. If the vehicle does
not return to normal condition, take
your vehicle to an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer and have the system
checked.
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WARNING
Do not use the EPB emergency
release except in an emergency sit-
uation. It is very dangerous to drive
with the EPB emergency release.
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WARNING
Do not operate the parking brake
while the vehicle is moving except
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)The ABS continuously senses the speed
of the wheels. If the wheels are going to
lock, the ABS system repeatedly modu-
lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the
wheels.
When you apply your brakes under con-
ditions which may lock the wheels, you
may hear a “tik-tik’’ sound from the
brakes, or feel a corresponding sensation
in the brake pedal. This is normal and it
means your ABS is active.
In order to obtain the maximum benefit
from your ABS in an emergency situa-
tion, do not attempt to modulate your
brake pressure and do not try to pump
your brakes. Press your brake pedal as
hard as possible or as hard as the situa-
tion allow the ABS to control the force
being delivered to the brakes.
WARNING
ABS (or ESP) will not prevent acci-
dents due to improper or danger-
ous driving maneuvers. Even
though vehicle control is improved
during emergency braking, always
maintain a safe distance between
you and objects ahead. Vehicle
speeds should always be reduced
during extreme road conditions.
The braking distance for vehicle
equipped with an anti-lock braking
system (or Electronic Stability
Program system) may be longer
than for those without it in the fol-
lowing road conditions.
During these conditions the vehicle
should be driven at reduced
speeds:
• Rough, gravel or snow-covered
roads.
• With tire chains installed.
• On roads where the road surface
is pitted or has different surface
height.
The safety features of an ABS (or
ESP) equipped vehicle should not
be tested by high speed driving or
cornering. This could endanger the
safety of yourself or others.
CAUTION
If there is a malfunction with the dri-
ver’s door, hood or trunk open
detection system, the AUTO HOLD
may not work properly.
Take your vehicle to an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer and have the sys-
tem checked.
WARNING
• Press the accelerator pedal slow-
ly when you start the vehicle.
• For your safety, cancel the AUTO
HOLD when you drive downhill or
back up the vehicle or park the
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Electronic stability program (ESP)
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
system is designed to stabilize the
vehicle during cornering maneuvers.
ESP checks where you are steering and
where the vehicle is actually going. ESP
applies the brakes at individual wheels
and intervenes in the engine
management system to stabilize the
vehicle.The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
system is an electronic system designed
to help the driver maintain vehicle control
under adverse conditions. It is not a
substitute for safe driving practices.
Factors including speed, road conditions
and driver steering input can all affect
whether ESP will be effective in
preventing a loss of control. It is still your
responsibility to drive and corner at
reasonable speeds and to leave a
sufficient margin of safety.
When you apply your brakes under con-
ditions which may lock the wheels, you
may hear a “tik-tik’’ sound from the
brakes, or feel a corresponding sensation
in the brake pedal. This is normal and it
means your ESP is active.
✽NOTICE
A click sound may be heard in the
engine compartment when the vehicle
begins to move after the engine is start-
ed. These conditions are normal and
indicate that the Electronic Stability
Program System is functioning proper-
ly.
WARNING
Never drive too fast according to
the road conditions or too quickly
when cornering. Electronic stability
program (ESP) will not prevent acci-
dents. Excessive speed in turns,
abrupt maneuvers and hydroplan-
ing on wet surfaces can still result
in serious accidents. Only a safe
and attentive driver can prevent
accidents by avoiding maneuvers
that cause the vehicle to lose trac-
tion. Even with ESP installed,
always follow all the normal precau-
tions for driving - including driving
at safe speeds for the conditions.
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Warning light
If this warning light illuminates, your vehi-
cle may have a malfunction with the ESP
system. When this warning light illumi-
nates, EPB and SCC warning light may
also illuminate at the same time.
Have the vehicle checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
ESP OFF usage
When driving
• ESP should be turned on for daily driv-
ing whenever possible.
• To turn ESP off while driving, press the
ESP OFF button while driving on a flat
road surface.
✽NOTICE
• When operating the vehicle on a
dynamometer, ensure that the ESP is
turned off (ESP OFF light illuminat-
ed). If the ESP is left on, it may pre-
vent the vehicle speed from increas-
ing, and result in false diagnosis.
• Turning the ESP off does not affect
ABS or brake system operation.
CAUTION
Driving with varying tire or wheel
sizes may cause the ESP system to
malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are the same size as
your original tires.
WARNING
The Electronic Stability Program
system is only a driving aid; use
precautions for safe driving by
slowing down on curved, snowy, or
icy roads. Drive slowly and don’t
attempt to accelerate whenever the
ESP indicator light is blinking, or
when the road surface is slippery.
WARNING
Never press the ESP OFF button
while ESP is operating (ESP indica-
tor light blinks).
If ESP is turned off while ESP is
operating, the vehicle may slip out
of control.
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• Don't coast down hills with the vehicle
out of gear. This is extremely haz-
ardous. 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.
• Don't "ride" the brake pedal. Resting
your foot on the brake pedal while driv-
ing can be dangerous because it can
result in the brakes overheating and
losing their effectiveness. It also
increases the wear of the brake com-
ponents.
• 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.• If your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic transmission, don't let your
car creep forward. To avoid creeping
forward, keep your foot firmly on the
brake pedal when the car is stopped.
• Be caution when parking on a hill.
Firmly engage the parking brake and
place the shift lever in P. If your vehicle
is facing downhill, turn the front wheels
into the curb to help keep the vehicle
from rolling. If your vehicle is facing
uphill, turn the front wheels away from
the curb to help keep the vehicle from
rolling. If there is no curb or if it is
required by other conditions to keep
the vehicle from rolling, block the
wheels.• Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged posi-
tion. 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 that the
parking brake may freeze, apply it only
temporarily while you put the shift lever
in P and block the rear wheels so the
car cannot roll. Then release the park-
ing brake.
• 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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ELECTRONIC CONTROLLED SUSPENSION (ECS) (IF EQUIPPED)
ECS controls the vehicle suspension
automatically to maximize passenger
comfort by using the air spring in the sus-
pension.
You can also control the vehicle suspen-
sion manually in SPORT mode, NOR-
MAL mode, or HIGH mode.
To select the SPORT mode
Push the SPORT button to select the
SPORT mode that provides a tighter sus-
pension and firmer ride. And also, it
enables you to operate the shift pattern
and steering wheel more actively. The
SPORT indicator will illuminate.The SPORT mode is used for sporty driv-
ing such as driving on winding, moun-
tainous roads or high speed driving.
Push the SPORT button again to return
to NORMAL mode that provides a softer
ride. The SPORT indicator will go off.
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To set cruise control speed:
1. Push the CRUISE button on the steer-
ing wheel to turn the system on. The
CRUISE indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which
must be more than 40 km/h (25 mph)
and less than 180 km/h (113 mph).3. Push the SET- switch, and release it at
the desired speed. The SET indicator
light in the instrument cluster will illu-
minate. Release the accelerator pedal.
The desired speed will automatically
be maintained.
On a steep grade, the vehicle may slow
down or speed up slightly while going
uphill or downhill.
To increase cruise control set
speed:
Follow either of these procedures:
• Push the RES+
switch and hold it. Your
vehicle will accelerate. Release the
switch at the speed you want.
• Push the RES+
switch and release it
immediately. The cruising speed will
increase by 2.0 km/h (1.2 mph) or 1.0
mph (1.6 km/h) each time the RES+
switch is operated in this manner.
• You can set the speed to 180 km/h
(113 mph).
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To decrease the cruising speed:
Follow either of these procedures:
• Push the SET- switch and hold it. Your
vehicle will gradually slow down.
Release the switch at the speed you
want to maintain.
• Push the SET- switch and release it
immediately. The cruising speed will
decrease by 2.0 km/h (1.2 mph) or 1.0
mph (1.6 km/h) each time the SET-
switch is operated in this manner.
• You can set the speed to 40 km/h (25
mph).
To temporarily accelerate with the
cruise control on:
If you want to speed up temporarily when
the cruise control is on, depress the
accelerator pedal. Increased speed will
not interfere with cruise control operation
or change the set speed.
To return to the set speed, take your foot
off the accelerator.
If you press the SET- switch at increased
speed, the cruising speed will be set
again.
Cruise control will be canceled
when;
• Depressing the brake pedal.
• Shifting the shift lever into N (Neutral).
• Pressing the CANCEL switch located
on the steering wheel.
• Decreasing the vehicle speed lower
than the memory speed by 15 km/h (9
mph).
• Decreasing the vehicle speed to less
than approximately 32 km/h (20 mph).
• Increasing the vehicle speed to more
than approximately 200 km/h (125
mph).
• The ESP is operating.
• Downshifting to the 2nd gear with
sports mode.
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• Operate the EPB switch. Do not oper-
ate the parking brake while driving
except in an emergency situation.
Each of these actions will cancel cruise
control operation (the SET indicator light
in the instrument cluster will go off), but it
will not turn the system off. If you wish to
resume cruise control operation, push
the RES+ switch located on your steering
wheel. You will return to your previously
preset speed.
To resume cruising speed at
more than approximately 40 km/h
(25 mph):
If any method other than the CRUISE
switch was used to cancel cruising speed
and the system is still activated, the most
recent set speed will automatically
resume when the RES+ switch is
pushed.
It will not resume, however, if the vehicle
speed has dropped below approximately
40 km/h (25 mph).
✽NOTICE
Always check the road conditions when
pressing the RES+ switch to resume the
speed.
To turn cruise control off, do one
of the following:
• Push the CRUISE button (the CRUISE
indicator light in the instrument cluster
will go off).
• Turn the engine start/stop button off.
Both of these actions will cancel the
cruise control operation. If you want to
resume the cruise control operation,
repeat the steps provided in “To set
cruise control speed” on the previous
page.
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