wiper blades HYUNDAI IX35 2012 Owners Manual

Features of your vehicle
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Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid
to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warmingthe windshield with the defrosters;the washer solution could freeze onthe windshield and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the OFF position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas-senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the OFFposition. Otherwise, wipers mayoperate and ice may damage the
windshield wiper blades. Alwaysremove all snow and ice and defrostthe windshield properly prior tooperating the windshield wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
Rear window wiper and washer
switch
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to the desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.- Normal wiper operation
--- - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped)
O - Wiper is not in operation Push the lever away from you to spray
rear washer fluid and to run the rear
wipers 1~3 cycles. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever. (if equipped)
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to
the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers manually.
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Driving your vehicle
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 Avoid staring directly at the headlights
of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness.
Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-
pared for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
 A heavy rainfall will make it harder tosee and will increase the distance
needed to stop your vehicle, so slow
down.
 Keep your windscreen wiping equip- ment in good shape. Replace your
windscreen wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missingareas on the windscreen.  If your tyres are not in good condition,
making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your tyres are in
good shape.
 Turn on your headlights to make it eas- ier for others to see you.
 Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
 If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet, apply them lightly
whilst driving until normal braking
operation returns.
Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no high-
er than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly. Allowadequate stopping distance because
brake performance may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times whilst the vehicle is moving slowly.
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Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4
Owner maintenance / 7-6Scheduled maintenance service / 7-8Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-19Engine oil / 7-12Engine coolant / 7-13Brake/clutch fluid / 7-16
Washer fluid / 7-17Parking brake / 7-17
Fuel filter / 7-18
Air cleaner / 7-19
Climate control air filter / 7-21
Wiper blades / 7-23Battery / 7-26
Tyres and wheels / 7-29 Fuses / 7-39 Light bulbs / 7-49
Appearance care / 7-57
Emission control system / 7-63
Maintenance
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
 Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
 Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
 Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
 Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
 Check windscreen 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 tyres and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
 Clean body and door drain holes.
 Lubricate door hinges and checks, andbonnet hinges.
 Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
 Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
 Check the air conditioning system.
 Check the power steering fluid level.
 Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
 Clean battery and terminals.
 Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
✽✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known to
make the windscreen difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windscreen
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
screen wipers. Common sources of con-
tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot
wax treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water. Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use petrol, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents onor near them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manual- ly.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc- tion and failure.
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Index
Washer fluid ···································································7-17
Waste tray, see ashtray ················································4-108
Warnings and indicators ················································4-49Weight ············································································5-67
GAW (Gross axle weight) ·······································5-67
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ··························5-67
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ··································5-67
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-67
Payload ······································································5-67
Vehicle weight ·························································5-67
Wheel alignment and tyre balance ································7-33
Wheel replacement ························································7-34Windows ········································································4-19 Auto down window ··················································4-21
Auto up/down window ·············································4-21
Power window lock button ······································4-22
Windscreen defrosting and defogging ·························4-103
Winter driving ································································5-54 Snow tyres ································································5-54
Tyre chains ·······························································5-55
Wiper blades ··································································7-23
Wiper deicer····································································4-86
Wipers and washers ·······················································4-78
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Features of your vehicle
80
4
Windscreen washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windscreen and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windscreen is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windscreen washer
fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
driver side.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warmingthe windscreen with the defrosters;the washer solution could freeze onthe windscreen and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the OFF position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode whilst washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of thedriver side windscreen glass. Damage to system parts couldoccur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the OFFposition. Otherwise, wipers may
operate and ice may damage thewindscreen wiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrostthe windscreen properly prior to
operating the windscreen wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
Rear window wiper and washer
switch
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to the desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.- Normal wiper operation
--- - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped)
O - Wiper is not in operation Push the lever away from you to spray
rear washer fluid and to run the rear
wipers 1~3 cycles. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever. (if equipped)
CAUTION
 To prevent possible damage to
the wipers or windscreen, do notoperate the wipers when the
windscreen is dry.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use petrol,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
 To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
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