suspension Hyundai Equus 2016 Owner's Manual

Interior features...............3-145
Ashtray ...................................3-145
Cup holder..............................3-146
Sunvisor ..................................3-147
Rear vanity mirror ...............3-147
Power outlet ..........................3-148
Clock ........................................3-149
Clothes hanger......................3-150
Bag hanger ............................3-150
Floor mat anchor(s).............3-150
Luggage net (holder) ..........3-151
Rear curtain...........................3-152
AUX, USB and iPod
®port ..3-153
Multimedia system ...............4-2
Antenna.......................................4-2
Steering wheel audio
control .........................................4-3
Before driving ......................5-5
Before entering vehicle ..........5-5
Necessary inspections ............5-5
Before starting ........................5-5
Engine start/stop button ....5-7
Illuminated Engine Start/Stop
Button..........................................5-7
Engine Start/Stop Button
position........................................5-7
Starting the engine..............5-9
Automatic transmission.....5-11
Automatic transmission
operation ..................................5-12
Good driving practices ..........5-15
Brake system ......................5-17
Power brakes ..........................5-17
Electric parking brake
(EPB)..........................................5-19
Emergency braking ................5-22
AUTO HOLD .............................5-23
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS)..........................................5-26
Electronic stability control
(ESC) ..........................................5-28
Hill-start assist control
(HAC) .........................................5-32
Good braking practices.........5-32
Drive mode integrated
control system....................5-34
DRIVE mode / SNOW mode ..5-34
Electronic controlled
suspension (ECS) ...............5-36
To control the vehicle
height ........................................5-36
ECS (Electronic Controlled
Suspension) malfunction
warning message....................5-37
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Service Engine Immediately
This warning message illumi-nates, when there is a malfunction
with the engine, and a driving
speed is limited. In this case, have
your vehicle inspected by an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Check PSB
This warning message illuminates,when there is a malfunction with
the Presafe Seat Belt (PSB) sys-
tem. In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
❈ For further information, refer to
"Seat Belt" in the chapter 2.
Check ECS
This warning message illuminates,
when there is a malfunction with
the Electronic Controlled
Suspension (ECS) system. In this
case, have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized EQUUS dealer.
❈ For further information, refer to
"Electronic Controlled Suspension
(ECS)" in the chapter 5.
Information
- ECS Warning Message
When there is a malfunction with the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
the Electronic Controlled Suspension
(ECS) warning message will illumi-
nate, along with the illumination of
the Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Indicator.
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- ECS Warning Message
When the Electronic ControlledSuspension (ECS) Warning
Message illuminates due to the
under-pressure inside the sus-
pension, the vehicle height will be
very low. In this case, do not drive
the vehicle in order to protect it
from a projection on a surface. In
this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
When towing the vehicle, you should follow the "Electronic
Controlled Suspension (ECS)"
instructions in the chapter 5.
Check SCC System
This warning message illuminates, when there is a malfunction with
the advanced smart cruise control
system. In this case, have your
vehicle inspected by an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
❈ For further information, refer to
"Advanced Smart Cruise Control
System" in the chapter 5.
Check SCC Radar
This warning message illumi-
nates, when the radar of the
advanced smart cruise control
system or its cover is stained.
Remove the stains with a soft
cloth.
❈ For further information, refer to
"Advanced Smart Cruise Control
System" in the chapter 5.
NOTICE
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Adaptive FrontLighting System(AFLS) Warning Light
This warning light blinks:
Once you set the Engine
Start/Stop Button to the ON posi-
tion.
- It illuminates for approximately 3seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with the AFLS.
When there is a malfunction with the
AFLS:
1. Carefully drive to the nearest safelocation and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn OFF the engine and restart the engine. If the problem persists,
have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Electric Parking Brake(EPB) Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
Once you turn ON the ignition
switch or the Engine Start/Stop
button.
- It illuminates for approximately 3seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with the EPB.
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized EQUUS
dealer.
Information
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
warning light may illuminate, when
the Electronic Stability control (ESC)
indicator illuminates due to the ESC
malfunction (This does not indicate
malfunction of the EPB).
Master Warning Light
This indicator light illuminates:
When there is a malfunction with the pre-safe seat belt, check the
fuel cap, the washer level, the
electronic control suspension, or
the advanced smart cruise con-
trol. To identify the cause of the
warning, look at the LCD display.
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Before driving.........................................................5-5
Before entering vehicle ...................................................5-5
Necessary inspections .....................................................5-5
Before starting .................................................................5-5
Engine start/stop button ......................................5-7
Illuminated Engine Start/Stop Button ..........................5-7
Engine Start/Stop Button position ...............................5-7
Starting the engine ................................................5-9
Automatic transmission .......................................5-11
Automatic transmission operation ..............................5-12
Good driving practices ...................................................5-15
Brake system ........................................................5-17
Power brakes ...................................................................5-17
Electric parking brake (EPB) ........................................5-19
Emergency braking .........................................................5-22
AUTO HOLD ......................................................................5-\
23
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .....................................5-26
Electronic stability control (ESC) ................................5-28
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ......................................5-32
Good braking practices..................................................5-32
Drive mode integrated control system .............5-34
DRIVE mode / SNOW mode ..........................................5-34
Electronic controlled suspension (ECS) ...........5-36
To control the vehicle height .......................................5-36
ECS (Electronic Controlled Suspension) malfunction
warning message.............................................................5-37

The ECS automatically controls the
vehicle suspension to maximize pas-
sengers' comfort with the air spring
and the controllable shock absorber.
You can also manually control the
vehicle height in the NORMAL or
HIGH mode.
To control the vehicle height
Press the vehicle height control but-
ton to select the HIGH mode that
makes the vehicle higher than the
NORMAL mode. The vehicle height
indicator will illuminate. It is useful on
a rough road.
Information
When the driving speed is over 42
mph (70 km/h), you cannot select the
HIGH mode. When the driving speed
exceeds 42 mph (70 km/h) in the
HIGH mode, the mode automatically
changes to the NORMAL mode. Repress the vehicle height control
button to select the NORMAL mode
that makes the vehicle height lower
than the HIGH mode. The vehicle
height indicator will go OFF.
Information
• Only when the vehicle stops with the
shift lever in P(Park) or N(Neutral),
the height control button is avail-
able.
• When the driving speed exceeds 99 mph (160km) in NORMAL mode,
the mode automatically changes to
the LOW mode. LOW mode cannot
be selected manually.
• When the driving speed is under 50 mph (80 km/h) in the LOW mode,
the mode automatically changes to
the NORMAL mode.
• When the Engine Start/Stop button is turned OFF in the HIGH mode,
the HIGH mode selection will be
maintained.
It is to prevent damage the bottom of
a vehicle when parking on a rough
road.
• Make sure there are no objects under the vehicle before changing
vehicle height.
• A click sound may be heard while operating the ECS. This is normal
and indicates that ECS properly
functions.
• Depending on the outside tempera- ture the vehicle height may be dif-
ferent.
• Do not press the Engine Start/Stop button while operating the ECS.
This could cause damage to the
ECS.
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ECS (Electronic Controlled
Suspension) malfunction
warning message
When the ECS malfunction warning
message is displayed while driving,
the ECS does not properly function.
Have the system checked by an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Information
• When the battery is discharged, orwhen either the SPORT button or
the vehicle height control button is
pressed repeatedly in a short time,
the ECS malfunction indicator may
illuminate to protect the system.
• When the height is adjusted repeat- edly, the height control may tem-
porarily stop due to the compressor
overheat. This is to prevent damage
to related parts. When the ECS malfunction mes-
sage is displayed with no air
inside the suspension, the vehicle
height may be very low. Thus, do
not drive the vehicle to protect it
from the projections on the sur-
face of the ground.
Take your vehicle to an authorized
EQUUS dealer by towing it and
have the system checked. You
should tow the vehicle as shown
in the picture.
When you load the vehicle onto the
tow truck, the loading angle(1)
should be smaller than 6°.
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An AutoSock, which is in the wrong size or is improperly
installed, may damage brake
lines, suspension, body and
wheels of your vehicle.
Stop driving and retighten the AutoSock, whenever there are
snapping sounds between the
vehicle and the AutoSock.
Use high quality ethylene gly-
col coolant
The cooling system of your vehicle is
filled with the high-quality ethylene
glycol coolant when being delivered.
It is the only type of coolant that your
vehicle is filled with, because it pre-
vents corrosion of the cooling sys-
tem, lubricates the water pump and
prevents freezing. Refill the cooling
system in accordance with your
maintenance schedule in the chapter
7. Before winter, check your coolant
to assure that the freezing point is
sufficiently lower than the expected
winter temperature.
Check battery and cables
The winter temperature increases
the battery consumption. Inspect the
battery and cables, as described in
the chapter 7. The battery charging
level can be checked by an author-
ized EQUUS dealer or in a service
station.
Change to "winter weight" oil,
if necessary
In some regions during the cold win-
ter, it is recommended to use the
"winter weight" oil with lower viscosi-
ty. For further information about this,
refer to the chapter 8. When you can-
not be sure about a type of winter
weight oil, consult an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs and, if nec-
essary, replace them. Also check all
ignition wirings and components for
any cracks, wear-out, and damage.
NOTICE
- Chain installation
When installing the AutoSock,
park the vehicle on level ground
away from other vehicles. Press
ON the Hazard Warning flasher
and place a warning triangle
behind your vehicle, if available.
Place the shift lever in P(Park),
set the parking brake and turn
OFF the engine, before
installing the AutoSock.
WARNING
- Tire chains
The use of the AutoSock may
adversely affect vehicle han-
dling.
Do not drive faster than the lower of the two - 20 mph (30
km/h) and the AutoSock manu-
facturer’s recommended
speed limit.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, sharp turns, and
other road hazards, which may
bounce the vehicle.
Avoid turning sharply or lock- ing the wheel brake.
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Overloading may damage yourvehicle. Repairs are not covered
by your warranty. Do not over-
load your vehicle.
Heavier suspension compo- nents for higher durability may
not change the weight capacity.
Ask your dealer to help you load
your vehicle the right way.
NOTICE
Overloading your vehicle mayoverheat the tires and cause
tire failure, possibly leading to
a crash.
Overloading your vehicle may increase a stopping distance,
possibly leading to a crash.
A crash, which is resulted from poor handling, vehicle
damage, tire failure, or a
longer stopping distance, may
result in a serious injury or
death.
WARNING
- Unsecured loads
Items you carry inside your
vehicle may hit and injure an
occupant in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash.
Put items in the trunk. Try toevenly spread the weight.
Never stack up items, like suitcases, inside the vehicle,
especially above the seat-
backs.
Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it.
WARNING

Towing service
If necessary, we recommend towing
your vehicle by an authorized
EQUUS dealer or a commercial tow-
truck service. Proper lifting and tow-
ing procedures are necessary to pre-
vent damage to your vehicle. The use
of wheel dollies or flatbed is recom-
mended.
It is acceptable to tow the vehicle
with the rear wheels off the ground,
while dragging the front wheels
(without a dolly).
When any of the loaded wheels or
suspension components is dam-
aged, or when the rear wheels have
the possibility of dragging on the
ground, use a towing dolly under the
rear wheels.
When the wheel dolly is not
equipped in a tow truck, must lift the
rear wheels, not the front wheel.
Information
When you tow the vehicle as shown in
the illustration (A), the cable should
be secured to the vehicle towing hook
as shown in the illustration (1).
When you use chains or cables to lash
down your vehicle, the lashing angle
must be 45°, as shown in the illustra-
tion (2).
Do not over-tighten the lashing strap
or cables. Otherwise, this may damage
your vehicle.
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