towing HYUNDAI I20 2020 Owners Manual

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Inside rearview mirror
Before you start driving, adjust the
rearview mirror to the center on the view
through the rear window.
WARNING
Make sure your line of sight is not
obstructed. Do not place objects in the
rear seat, cargo area, or behind the rear
headrests which could interfere with
your vision through the rear window.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury during an
accident or deployment of the air bag,
do not modify the rearview mirror and
do not install a wide mirror.
WARNING
NEVER adjust the mirror while driving.
This may cause loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident.
Day/night rearview mirror
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[A] : Day, [B] :Night
Make this adjustment before you start
driving and while the day/night lever is
in the day position.Pull the day/night lever toward you to
reduce glare from the headlights of the
vehicles behind you during night driving.
Remember that you lose some rearview
clarity in the night position.
Blue Link® center (if equipped)
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For details, refer to the Blue Link®
Owner’s Guide, infotainment system
manual.
(1) SOS : Emergency assistance
(2) RSA (Road Side Assistance)
- Flat tire
- Vehicle break down
- Vehicle towing
- Emergency fuel
(3) BlueLink
- Push maps by call center
- General assistance
MIRRORS

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Driving your vehicle
Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud or sand:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance
for braking.
Avoid sudden movements in braking or
steering.
If stuck in snow, mud, or sand, use
second gear. Accelerate slowly to avoid
spinning the drive wheels.
WARNING
Downshifting with an Automated
manual transmission, while driving
on slippery surfaces can cause an
accident. The sudden change in tire
speed could cause the tires to skid. Be
careful when downshifting on slippery
surfaces.
Use sand, rock salt, or other non-slip
material under the drive wheels to
provide traction when stalled in ice,
snow, or mud.
Rocking the vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to
free it from snow, sand, or mud, first
turn the steering wheel right and left
to clear the area around your front
wheels. Then, shift back and forth
between 1st and R (Reverse, for manual
transmission vehicle) or R (Reverse) and
a forward gear (for Automated manual
transmission vehicle). Try to avoid
spinning the wheels, and do not race the
engine.
To prevent transmission wear, wait until
the wheels stop spinning before shifting
gears. Release the accelerator pedal
while shifting, and press lightly on the
accelerator pedal while the transmission
is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in
forward and reverse directions causes
a rocking motion that may free the
vehicle.
NOTICE
If the tires spin at high speed the tires
can explode, and you or others may be
injured. Do not attempt this procedure
if people or objects are anywhere near
the vehicle.
The vehicle can overheat causing an
engine compartment fire or other
damage. Spin the wheels as little as
possible and avoid spinning the wheels
at speeds over 56 km/h (35 mph) as
indicated on the speedometer.
NOTICE
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid
engine overheating, possible damage
to the transmission, and tire damage.
See “Towing” in chapter 8.
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Hazard warning flasher................................................................................... 9-2
In case of an emergency while driving
.......................................................... 9-2
If the engine stalls while driving .............................................................................. 9-2
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing ......................................................... 9-2
If you have a flat tire while driving
.......................................................................... 9-3
If the engine will not start .............................................................................. 9-3
If the engine doesn’t turn over or turns over slowly ............................................... 9-3
If the engine turns over normally but doesn’t start ................................................ 9-3
Jump starting .................................................................................................. 9-4
If the engine overheats
................................................................................... 9-7
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
......................................................9-9
Check tire pressure ................................................................................................... 9-9
Tire pressure monitoring system .............................................................................9-10
Low tire pressure telltale..........................................................................................9-11
Low tire pressure position telltale and tire pressure telltale
..................................9-11
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) malfunction indicator
.......................... 9-12
Changing a tire with TPMS ...................................................................................... 9-12
If you have a flat tire ......................................................................................9-14
Jack and tools........................................................................................................... 9-14
Removing and storing the spare tire....................................................................... 9-14
Changing tires
.......................................................................................................... 9-15
Jack label .................................................................................................................. 9-19
EC Declaration of conformity for Jack................................................................... 9-20
Towing ............................................................................................................ 9-21
Towing service .......................................................................................................... 9-21
Removable towing hook ......................................................................................... 9-22
Emergency towing .................................................................................................. 9-23
Emergency commodity ................................................................................ 9-25
First aid kit ............................................................................................................... 9-25
Triangle reflector ..................................................................................................... 9-25
9. Emergency situations
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9-4
Emergency situations
Jump starting can be dangerous if done
incorrectly. Follow the jump starting
procedure in this section to avoid serious
injury or damage to your vehicle. If in
doubt about how to properly jump start
your vehicle, we strongly recommend
that you have a service technician or
towing service do it for you.
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH
to you or bystanders, always follow
these precautions when working near
or handling the battery:
Always read and follow
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Wear eye protection designed
to protect the eyes from acid
splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from
the battery.
Hydrogen is always present in
battery cells, is highly
combustible, and may explode
if ignited.
Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which is highly corrosive. Do
not allow acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.If acid gets into your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water for at least 15
minutes and get immediate medical
attention. If acid gets on your skin,
thoroughly wash the area. If you
feel pain or a burning sensation, get
medical attention immediately.
• When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the case may
cause battery acid to leak. Lift with a
battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
• Do not attempt to jump start your
vehicle if your battery is frozen.
• NEVER attempt to recharge the
battery when the vehicle’s battery
cables are connected to the battery.
• The electrical ignition system works
with high voltage. NEVER touch these
components with the engine running
or when the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
• Do not allow the (+) and (-) jumper
cables to touch. It may cause sparks.
• The battery may rupture or explode
when you jump start with a low or
frozen battery.
• Never attempt jump start if you
observe cracks, leaks or other
damage on Battery.
JUMP STARTING

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Emergency situations
WARNING
Changing a tire can be dangerous.
Follow the instructions in this section
when changing a tire to reduce the risk
of serious injury or death.
Jack and tools
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 Jack
 Jack handle
 Wheel lug nut wrench
 Towing hook
The jack, jack handle, and wheel lug nut
wrench, towing hook are stored in the
luggage compartment.
The jack is provided for emergency tire
changing only.
Removing and storing the spare
tire
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Turn the winged hold down bolt
counterclockwise to remove the spare
tire.
Store the spare tire in the same
compartment by turning the winged
hold down bolt clockwise.
To prevent the spare tire and tools from
“rattling” store them in their proper
location.
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If it is hard to loosen the tire hold-down
wing bolt by hand, you can loosen it
easily using the wheel lug nut wrench.
1. Put the wrench (1) inside of the tire
hold-down wing bolt.
2. Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt
counterclockwise with the wrench.
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE

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Changing tires
WARNING
A vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack
causing serious injury or death to you
or those nearby. Take the following
safety precautions:
• Do not get under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
• NEVER attempt to change a tire in
the lane of traffic. ALWAYS move the
vehicle completely off the road on
level, firm ground away from traffic
before trying to change a tire. If you
cannot find a level, firm place off
the road, call a towing service for
assistance.
• Be sure to use the jack provided with
the vehicle.
• ALWAYS place the jack on the
designated jacking positions on the
vehicle and NEVER on the bumpers
or any other part of the vehicle for
jacking support.
• Do not start or run the engine while
the vehicle is on the jack.
• Do not allow anyone to remain in the
vehicle while it is on the jack.
• Keep children away from the road
and the vehicle.Follow these steps to change your
vehicle’s tire:
1. Park on a level, firm surface.
2. Move the shift lever into N (Neutral,
for Automated manual transmission
vehicle) or neutral (for manual
transmission vehicle), apply the
parking brake, and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF position.
3. Press the hazard warning flasher
button.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench,
jack, jack handle, and spare tire from
the vehicle.
5. Block both the front and rear of the
tire diagonally opposite of the tire you
are changing.
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6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts
counterclockwise one turn each in
the order shown above, but do not
remove any lug nuts until the tire has
been raised off of the ground.

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Towing service
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DollyDolly
DollyDolly
If emergency towing is necessary,
we recommend having it done by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service. Proper
lifting and towing procedures are
necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. The use of wheel dollies or
flatbed is recommended.
It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with
the rear wheels on the ground (without
dollies) and the front wheels off the
ground. If any of the loaded wheels or
suspension components are damaged or
the vehicle is being towed with the front
wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly
under the front wheels.
When being towed by a commercial tow
truck and wheel dollies are not used, the
front of the vehicle should always be
lifted, not the rear.

NOTICE
• Do not tow the vehicle with 4 wheels
on the ground (such as dinghy towing
behind a motorhome or other motor
vehicle) as this can seriously damage
the Transmission.
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• Do not tow the vehicle with the front
wheels on the ground as this may
cause damage to the vehicle and the
Transmissions.
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• Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. Use a wheel lift or flatbed
equipment.
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TOWING

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Emergency situations
When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ACC
position.
2. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
NOTICE
Failure to place the shift lever in N
(Neutral) when being towed with the
front wheels on the ground can cause
internal damage to the transmission.
Removable towing hook
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1. Open the tailgate/trunk, and remove
the towing hook from the tool case.
2. Remove the hole cover pressing the
lower part of the cover on the front
bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it
clockwise into the hole until it is fully
secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install
the cover after use.

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Emergency towing
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„„FrontFront
„„RearRear
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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or a commercial tow
truck service.
If towing service is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
at the front (or rear) of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle with a cable or chain. A driver
must be in the vehicle to steer it and
operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done
only on hard-surfaced roads for a short
distance and at low speeds.
Also, the wheels, axles, power train,
steering and brakes must all be in good
condition.
CAUTION
The driver must be in the vehicle for
steering and braking operations when
the vehicle is being towed. Passengers
other than the driver must not be in the
vehicle.
Always follow these emergency towing
precautions:
• Place the ignition switch in the ACC
position so the steering wheel is not
locked.
• Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).
• Release the parking brake.
• Depress the brake pedal with more
force than normal since you will have
reduced braking performance.
• More steering effort will be required
because the power steering system
will be disabled.
• Use a vehicle heavier than your own to
tow your vehicle.
• The drivers of both vehicles should
communicate with each other
frequently.
• Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged.
• Fasten the towing cable or chain
securely to the hook.
• Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and
even force.

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Emergency situations
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• Use a towing cable or chain less than 5
m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or red
cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide)
in the middle of the cable or chain for
easy visibility.
• Drive carefully so the towing cable or
chain remains tight during towing.
• Before towing, check the Automated
manual transmission for fluid leaks
under your vehicle. If the Automated
manual transmission fluid is leaking,
flatbed equipment or a towing dolly
must be used.
NOTICE
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle
in a slow and gradual manner while
maintaining tension on the tow rope
or chain to start or drive the vehicle,
otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle
may be damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle and
vehicle components when towing:
• Always pull straight ahead when
using the towing hooks. Do not pull
from the side or at a vertical angle.
• Do not use the towing hooks to pull
a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.
• The vehicle should be towed at a
speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less
within the distance of 20 km (12
miles). (for Manual transmission/
Automated manual transmission
vehicle)
• The vehicle should be towed at a
speed of 15 km/h (10 mph) or less
within the distance of 1.5 km (1
mile). (for Dual clutch transmission/
Intelligent variable transmission
vehicle)