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Driving your vehicle
When the engine automatically stops, 
the "AUTO STOP" indicator on the clus-
ter panel will illuminate. 
After you press the clutch pedal, the 
engine will start automatically. The
"AUTO STOP" indicator on the cluster
panel will turn off. You can continue driv-ing.
ISG auto-starting
Before and after the engine enters the 
idle stop mode, the ISG system will auto-
matically check all the necessary items
such as the safety of the vehicle and pas-
senger comfort. 
The engine will start automatically with- 
out the driver's action if any of the follow-ing occurs: 
 If the brake vacuum pressure is low
 If the fan speed of the manual climatecontrol system is set above the 3rd position when the air conditioning is on
 If the fan speed of the automatic cli- mate control system is set above the6th position when the air conditioningis on
 When a certain amount of time has passed with the climate control systemon
 When the defroster is ON
 When the battery charge status is low
 If the vehicle speed is over 5 km/h by rolling down a hill
It could be different up to the vehicle con-dition. 
When the automatic starting occurs, the 
"AUTO STOP" indicator on the cluster
will blink for 5 seconds. ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system 
deactivation 
If you desire to deactivate the ISG sys- 
tem, you can do it temporarily by press-
ing the ISG OFF button. After pressing
the ISG OFF button, the button light will
illuminate. The ISG system will activate
by pressing the ISG OFF button again
and the button light will turn off.
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Driving your vehicle
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E070202APA
Releasing the parking brake
To release the parking brake, first apply 
the foot brake and pull the parking brake
lever slightly. Secondly, depress the
release button and lower the parking
brake lever while holding the button. Check the brake warning light by turning
the ignition switch ON (do not start the
engine). This light will be illuminated when
the parking brake is applied with the igni-
tion switch in the START or ON position. 
Before driving, be sure the parking brake 
is fully released and the brake warning
light is off. 
If the brake warning light remains on after 
the parking brake is released, there may
be a malfunction in the brake system.
Immediate attention is necessary. 
If at all possible, cease driving the vehi- 
cle immediately. If that is not possible,
use extreme caution while operating the
vehicle and only continue to drive the
vehicle until you can reach a safe loca-
tion or repair shop.
WARNING
 To prevent unintentional move- ment when stopped and leaving 
the vehicle, do not use the
gearshift lever in place of the
parking brake. Set the parkingbrake AND make sure the
gearshift lever is securely posi-
tioned in 1st (First) gear or R
(Reverse) for manual transaxle
equipped vehicles and in P (Park)
for automatic transaxle equipped
vehicles.
 Never allow anyone who is unfa- miliar with the vehicle to touch
the parking brake. If the parking
brake is released unintentionally,
serious injury may occur.
 All vehicles should always have the parking brake fully engaged
when parking to avoid inadver-
tent movement of the car whichcan injure occupants or pedestri-ans.
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Driving your vehicle
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ESP operation
ESP ON condition
ON, ESP and ESP OFF indi- 
cator lights illuminate for
approximately 3 seconds,
then ESP is turned on.
 Press the ESP OFF button for at least half a second after
turning the ignition ON to turn
ESP off. (ESP OFF indicator
will illuminate). To turn theESP on, press the ESP OFF
button (ESP OFF indicatorlight will go off).
 you may hear a slight ticking
sound. This is the ESP per-
forming an automatic system
self-check and does not indi-
cate a problem. When operating
When the ESP is in operation,
ESP indicator light blinks. 
Program is operating properly, 
you can feel a slight pulsation
in the vehicle. This is only the
effect of brake control and  indi-
cates nothing unusual.
 or slippery road, pressing the
accelerator pedal may not
cause the engine rpm (revo-
lutions per minute) to
increase.
ESP operation off
ESP OFF state
press the ESP OFF button (ESP OFF indicator light illu-minates).
 to LOCK position when ESP
is off, ESP remains off. Upon
restarting the engine, the
ESP will automatically turn onagain.
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Driving your vehicle
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E100000APA 
Your vehicle's fuel economy depends 
mainly on your style of driving, where you
drive and when you drive. 
Each of these factors affects how many 
kilometers (miles) you can get from a liter
(gallon) of fuel. To operate your vehicle
as economically as possible, use the fol-
lowing driving suggestions to help save
money in both fuel and repairs: 
 Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moder-
ate 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 the traffic so you don't have to
change speeds unnecessarily. Avoid
heavy traffic whenever possible.
Always maintain a safe distance from
other vehicles so you can avoid unnec-
essary braking. This also reduces
brake wear.
 Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your car uses.
Driving at a moderate speed, especial-
ly on the highway, is one of the most
effective ways to reduce fuel consump-tion.  Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This can
increase fuel consumption and also
increase wear on these components.
In addition, driving with your foot rest-
ing on the brake pedal may cause the
brakes to overheat, which reduces
their effectiveness and may lead to
more serious consequences.
 Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure.
Incorrect inflation, either too much or
too little, results in unnecessary tire
wear. Check the tire pressures at leastonce a month.
 Be sure that the wheels are aligned correctly. Improper alignment can
result from hitting curbs or driving too
fast over irregular surfaces. Poor align-
ment causes faster tire wear and may
also result in other problems as well as
greater fuel consumption.  Keep your car in good condition. For
better fuel economy and reduced
maintenance costs, maintain your carin accordance with the maintenance
schedule in section 7. If you drive your
car in severe conditions, more frequentmaintenance is required (see section 7
for details).
 Keep your car clean. For maximum service, your vehicle should be kept
clean and free of corrosive materials. It
is especially important that mud, dirt,
ice, etc. not be allowed to accumulate
on the underside of the car. This extra
weight can result in increased fuel con-
sumption and also contribute to corro-sion.
 Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary weight in your car. Weight reduces fuel
economy.
 Don't let the engine idle longer than necessary. If you are waiting (and not
in traffic), turn off your engine and
restart only when you're ready to go.
ECONOMICAL OPERATION 
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Driving your vehicle
E120600AUN 
To keep locks from freezing 
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an 
approved 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 injury. E120700AEN 
Use approved window washer 
anti-freeze in system 
To keep the water in the window washer 
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the con-
tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is
available from an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer and most auto parts outlets. Donot use engine coolant or other types of
anti-freeze as these may damage thepaint finish.E120800AUN 
Don't let your parking brake 
freeze 
Under 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 temporar-
ily while you put the gear selector lever in
P (automatic transaxle) or in first or
reverse gear (manual transaxle) and
block the rear wheels so the car cannot
roll. Then release the parking brake. 
E120900AUN 
Don't let ice and snow accumu- late underneath 
Under some conditions, snow and ice 
can build up under the fenders and inter-
fere with the steering. 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
components is not obstructed.E121000AUN 
Carry emergency equipment 
Depending on the severity of the weath- 
er 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. 
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What to do in an emergency
2. When the car is stopped, turn on youremergency hazard flashers, set the 
parking brake and put the transaxle in
P (automatic transaxle) or Reverse
(manual transaxle).
3. Have all passengers get out of the car. Be sure they all get out on the side of
the car that is away from traffic.
4. When changing a flat tire, follow the instruction provided later in this sec-tion.
F020300APA If engine stalls while driving 
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the 
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers. 
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle will not start, contact an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer. F030100AUN 
If engine doesn't turn over or 
turns over slowly 
1. If your car has an automatic transaxle,
be sure the gear selector lever is in N 
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-
gency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you operate the
starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See instructions for "Jump starting". F030200APA 
If engine turns over normally but 
does not start 
1. Check fuel level. 
2. With the  ignition switch in the LOCK
position, check all connectors at the 
ignition coils and spark plugs.
Reconnect any that may be discon-
nected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com- partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
WARNING
If the engine will not start, do not 
push or pull the car to start it. Thiscould result in a collision or cause
other damage. In addition, push or
pull starting may cause the catalyt-
ic converter to be overloaded and
create a fire hazard.  
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Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE 
G030000AEN 
The following lists are vehicle checks and 
inspections that should be performed by
the owner or an authorized HYUNDAIdealer at the frequencies indicated to
help ensure safe, dependable operation
of your vehicle. 
Any adverse conditions should be 
brought to the attention of your dealer as
soon as possible. 
These Owner Maintenance Checks are 
generally not covered by warranties and
you may be charged for labor, parts and
lubricants used. Owner maintenance schedule  
G030101AUN
When you stop for fuel:
 Check the engine oil level. 
 Check coolant level in coolant reser-
voir.
 Check the windshield washer fluid level.
 Look for low or under-inflated tires. G030102AUN
While operating your vehicle:
 Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes 
in the vehicle.
 Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-aheadposition.
 Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
 When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
 If any slipping or changes in the oper- ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
 Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
 Check parking brake. 
 Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition- 
ing system during or after use is nor-mal).
WARNING 
Be careful when checking your 
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure. This could cause burns
or other serious injury.  
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Maintenance
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G030103AUN
At least monthly:
 Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
 Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig- 
nals and hazard warning flashers.
 Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare. G030104AUN
At least twice a year 
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
 Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
 Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades 
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
 Check headlight alignment. 
 Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
 Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. G030105APA
At least once a year:
 Clean body and door drain holes. 
 Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
 Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
 Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
 Check the air conditioning system.
 Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
 Clean battery and terminals.
 Check the brake/clutch fluid level. 
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Maintenance
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Battery recharging   
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, 
calcium-based battery. 
 If the battery becomes discharged in a
short time (because, for example, the 
headlights or interior lights were left on
while the vehicle was not in use),
recharge it by slow charging (trickle)
for 10 hours.
 If the battery gradually discharges because of high electric load while the
vehicle is being used, recharge it at 20-
30A for two hours. G190300APA Reset items 
Items should be reset after the battery 
has been discharged or the battery hasbeen disconnected. 
 Sunroof (See section 4)
 Digital clock (See section 4)
 Audio (See section 4)
(Continued) 
 The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage. Never 
touch these components with theengine running or the ignition
switched on.
Failure to follow the above warn-
ings can result in serious bodily
injury or death.(Continued) 
 Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all accessories and stop the
engine.
 The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed
last when the battery is discon-nected.WARNING - Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery, 
observe the following precautions: 
 The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in an area with good ventilation.
 Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.
 Watch the battery during charg- ing, and stop or reduce the charg-
ing rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if
the temperature of the electrolyte
of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
 Wear eye protection when check- ing the battery during charging.
 Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.
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Maintenance
FUSES
G210000APA 
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected 
from electrical overload damage by
fuses. This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bolster,
the other(s) in the engine compartment. 
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces- 
sories, or controls do not work, check the
appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse has
blown, the element inside the fuse will bemelted. 
If the electrical system does not work, 
first check the driver’s side fuse panel. 
Always replace a blown fuse with one of 
the same rating. 
If the replacement fuse blows, this indi- 
cates an electrical problem. Avoid using
the system involved and immediately
consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type
for lower amperage rating, cartridge type,
and fusible link for higher amperage rat- ings.
1VQA4037
Normal
Normal
Blade type 
Cartridge type 
Fusible link Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
WARNING  - Fuse replace-
ment
 Never replace a fuse with any- thing but another fuse of the same rating.
 A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
 Never install a wire instead of the proper fuse - even as a temporary
repair. It may cause extensive
wiring damage and a possible  fire.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or any
other metal object to remove fuses because it may cause a short circuitand damage the system.