tow Hyundai Matrix 2003 Owner's Guide

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 14 MANUAL
TRANSAXLE AUTO
TRANSAXLE Trailer
1,300
(2,865) 1,100
(2,424)
550 (1,212) Tongue
52
(115)
kg (Lbs.)
Maximum Towable Weight
With BrakeType
1.5 Diesel 1.6/1.8 L 1.6/1.8 L
WARNING: Improperly loading your car and trailer can serious affect its steering and braking perfor- mance causing a crash in which could cause serious injury or death.
Without Brake Type
5. Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving.
6. Check the condition and air pressure of all
tires on the trailer and your car. Low tire pressure can seriously affect the handling. Also check the spare tire.
7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-
fected by crosswind and buffeting. When being passed by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead. If there is too much wind buffeting slow down to get out of the other vehicle’s air turbulence.
8. When parking your car and trailer, especially
on a hill, be sure to follow all the normal precautions. Turn your front wheel into the curb, set the parking brake firmly, and put the transaxle in 1st or Reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). In addition, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
9. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving, and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time.
10. During your trip, check occasionally to be
sure that the load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working.
11. Avoid jerky starts, sudden acceleration or sudden stops.
12. Avoid sharp turns and rapid lane changes.
13. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakesto overheat, resulting in reduced braking effi- ciency. 14. When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear
and use the engine braking effect. When ascending a long grade, downshift the transaxle to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overloading and/or overheating.
15. If you have to stop while going uphill, do not
hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the accelerator. This can cause the automatic transaxle to overheat. Use the parking brake or footbrake.
NOTE: When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- quently. CAUTION: If overheating should occur when towing, (temperature gauge reads near red zone), taking the following action may reduce or eliminate the problem.
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Reduce highway speed.
3. Select a lower gear when going uphill.
4. While in stop and go traffic, place the gear selection in park or neutral and idle the engineat a higher speed.
C190F02A-GAT Trailer or Vehicle Towing Tips
1. Before towing, check hitch and safety chain
connections as well as proper operation of the trailer running lights, brake lights, and turn signals.
2. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed (Less than 100 km/h).
3. Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
conditions.
4. To maintain engine braking efficiency and
electrical charging performance, do not use fifth gear (manual transaxle) or overdrive (automatic transaxle).

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-8 D080A02A-GAT IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED CAUTION: Your car can be damaged if towed incorrect- ly! If your car has to be towed, it should be done by your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck service. This will help assure that your car is not damaged in towing. Also, professionals are gen- erally aware of local laws governing towing. In any case, rather than risk damage to your car, it is suggested that you show this information to the tow truck operator. Be sure that a safety chain system is used and that all local laws are ob- served.
D080B01A-AAT Towing a Car with a Manual Transaxle
o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake is released.
o If the car is being towed with the front wheels on the ground, be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. Also, be sure that the ignition key is in the "ACC" position. This is necessary to prevent damage to the steering lock mecha- nism, which is not designed to hold the front wheels straight while the car is being towed.
o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged, a towing dolly must be used.
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUALTRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE D080A01FC o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE WITH NO DAMAGE D080B01FC
D060J01FC-GAT After Changing Wheels If you have a tire gauge, remove the valve cap and check the air pressure. If the pressure is lower than recommended, drive slowly to the nearest service station and inflate to the correct pressure. If it is too high, adjust it until it is correct. Always reinstall the valve cap after checking or adjusting tire pressure. If the cap is not replaced, air may leak from the tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy another and install it as soon as possible. After you have changed wheels, always secure the flat tire in its place in the luggage room and return the jack and tools to their proper storage locations.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3-9
D080C02A-GAT Towing a Car with an Automatic Transaxle CAUTION: A car with an automatic transaxle should never be towed from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. This can cause seri- ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must be used under the front wheels. If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on the ground, be sure the parking brake is re- leased.
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
D080C01FC D080D02A-AAT Emergency Towing For emergency towing when no commercial tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable, chain or strap to one of the tie-down hooks under the front of your car. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle in this manner on any unpaved surface. This could result in serious damage to your car. Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels, drive train, axles, steering or brakes are dam- aged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine running). A driver must be in the towed car to steer it and operate the brakes.
D080D01FC
NOTE: Before towing, check the level of the transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must be used.
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE D080C02FC

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-10
D120A01A-GAT IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYSIf you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers can make you a new key if you have your key number. If you lock the keys inside your car and you cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers can use special tools to open the door for you. Information about the key of immobilizer system (if installed) will be found on page 1-3.
CAUTION:If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h
(30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles). Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer- ing and brakes.

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-5
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTERSPARK PLUGSTIMING BELT BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS/PADS, PARKING BRAKESTEERING GEAR RACK, LINKAGE& BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DRIVESHAFTS & BOOTS MANUAL TRANSAXLE OILAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEFLUID AIR FILTER (IN FRONT OF BLOWER UNIT)
European Community Only Except European Community EVERY 7,500 KM OR 6 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLYMORE FREQUENTLYEVERY 60,000 KM OR 48 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 15,000 KM OR 12 MONTHS EVERY 100,000 KMEVERY 45,000 KMEVERY 40,000 KMMORE FREQUENTLY
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
F040A03E-GAT
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
F - More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (90°F)
G - Driving in mountainous areas
H - Towing a trailer
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, or other commercial use or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeated short distance driving
B - Extensive idling
C - Driving in dusty, rough roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas
MAINTENANCE ITEM
R R R RII I I
R R R A, B, C, F, H C, E B, H D, E, F, GC, D, G, HC, D, G, H C, D, E, F C, D, E, F A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J A, C, E, F, G, H, I C, EMAINTENANCE INTERVALS
DRIVING
CONDITION

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-19
G200A01A-AAT
CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Replacing a Fusible Link
A fusible link will melt if the electrical circuits
from the battery are ever overloaded, thus pre- venting damage to the entire wiring harness.(This could be caused by a short in the systemdrawing too much current.) If this ever happens,have a Hyundai dealer determine the cause,repair the system and replace the fusible link.The fusible links are located in a fuse box foreasy inspection.
CAUTION: When replacing a fusible link, never use
anything but a new fusible link with the same or lower amperage rating. Never use apiece of wire or a higher-rated fusible link.This could result in serious damage andcreate a fire hazard.
AS60310A
Bad Good
G190B01TB-GAT
CHECKING DRIVE BELTS (Diesel Engine)
At the scheduled maintenance inspection, belts
should be examined for cracks, wear, fraying or other evidence of deterioration and replaced ifnecessary. Belt routing should also be checked to be sure
there is no interference between the belts andother parts of the engine.G190B01O
Power steeringpump
A/C comp.
Alternator
G200B01E-AAT
Replacing Accessory Fuse The fuse box for the lights and other electrical accessories will be found in the backside of multibox located in the left side of driver. Inside the boxyou will find a list showing the circuits protectedby each fuse. If any of your car’s lights or other electrical
accessories stop working, a blown fuse couldbe the reason. If the fuse has burned out, youwill see that the metal strip inside the fuse hasburned through. If you suspect a blown fuse,follow this procedure:
1. Turn off the ignition and all other switches.
2. Open the fuse box and examine each fuse. Remove each fuse by pulling it toward you (a small "fuse puller" tool is contained in thefuse box to simplify this operation).
3. Be sure to check all other fuses even if you find one that appears to have burned out.
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Alternator

INDEX
10-4 Sunroof
................................................................................... 1-44 ~ 1-45
Sunshade .......................................................................................... 1-44
Sun Visor .......................................................................................... 1-54
T
Tail Gate ........................................................................................... 1-51
Tail Gate Wiper And Washer Switch ................................................1-40
Tachometer ............................................................................ 1-35 ~ 1-36
Theft Alarm System ................................................................... 1-6 ~ 1-7
Tires Balancing ......................................................................................... 8-3
Chains ............................................................................................. 8-2
Changing a flat tire .......................................................................... 3-4
If you have a flat tire ....................................................................... 3-4
Information ....................................................................................... 8-1
Pressure .......................................................................................... 8-1
Replacement ................................................................................... 8-3
Rotation ........................................................................................... 8-2
Snow tires ....................................................................................... 8-2
Spare tire ......................................................................................... 3-4 Traction ........................................................................................... 8-3
Towing A trailer (or vehicle) ...................................................................... 2-12
Emergency ...................................................................................... 3-9
If your car must be towed ............................................................... 3-8
Transaxle Automatic ............................................................................... 2-5 ~ 2-8
Automatic transaxle fluid checking .................................... 6-13 ~ 6-14
Manual ....................................................................................... 2-4 ~ 2-5
Manual transaxle oil checking .................... ...................................6-13
Trip Computer ............................... ......................................... 1-37 ~ 1-38
Trip Odometer ................................................................................... 1-36U
Under Tray ........................................................................................
1-10
VVehicle Identificati on Number (VIN) .................................................... 8-1
Vehicle Specification ........................................................................... 9-1Ventilation Center ventilator ............................................................................ 1-55
Side ventilator ............................................................................... 1-55
W
Warning Lights ....................................................................... 1-32 ~ 1-34
Windows Manual ............................................................................................. 1-8
Power .............................................................................................. 1-8
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch ..............................................1-39
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................. 6-12

SA000A1-E
This Owners Manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use of the next owner.
OWNER I.D.
ORIGINAL: ADDRESS: DATE OF SALE: SUBSEQUENT: ADDRESS: TRANSFER DATE: NAME: STREET:TOWN:COUNTRY:P.CODE: NAME: STREET:TOWN:COUNTRY:P.CODE:

CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
1- 2 6SB035A1-FE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The immobilizer system is an anti-theft de- vice, designed to prevent and deter automo-bile theft. B880B03A-GAT Keys All of the locks fitted to the vehicle are oper- ated by the same key. However, since it ispossible to lock the doors without the use ofthe key, care should be exercised to ensurethat the key does not become locked insidethe vehicle by mistake. NOTE: If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system orstart the engine.
B020A01FC-EAT RUNNING IN (Gasoline Engine) The longevity and performance of the vehicle are greatly affected by the care exercisedduring the first 1,000 miles of motoring. Be-cause of modern manufacturing techniques,rigid guidelines regarding maximum roadspeeds have become unnecessary. However,certain precautions should be observed inorder to obtain the best possible performanceand useful life from the vehicle.
1) Do not race the engine without a load
(i.e revving the engine in neutral).
2) During the first 500 miles the maximum engine speed should be restricted to 3,000 rpm and gradually increased thereafter.
3) Avoid prolonged constant speed operation. The internal components of the engine willbecome more quickly run in if the operationspeed is varied during the running in period.
4) Never allow the engine to labour. Use the gearbox freely and avoid large throttle open-ings when the engine speed is below 1,500rpm.
5) Avoid rapid acceleration and maximum throttle openings.
6) Avoid harsh braking during the first 100 miles of urban motoring or 1,000 miles ofmotorway driving to allow the friction fac-ings of the brake pads and shoes to bedagainst the discs and drums properly.
7) Avoid trailer towing during the running in period.
AX10020A-1
B020B01FC-EAT
RUNNING IN (Diesel Engine)
The longevity and performance of the vehicle
are greatly affected by the care exercised during the first 1,000 miles of motoring. Be-cause of modern manufacturing techniques,rigid guidelines regarding maximum roadspeeds have become unnecessary. However,certain precautions should be observed inorder to obtain the best possible performanceand useful life from the vehicle.
1) Do not race the engine without a load
(i.e revving the engine in neutral).
2) During the first 600 miles the maximum engine speed should be restricted to 3,000 rpm and gradually increased thereafter.And while driving, keep under three quar-ters of maximum vehicle speed.
3) Avoid prolonged constant speed operation. The internal components of the engine willbecome more quickly run in if the operationspeed is varied during the running in period.
4) Never allow the engine to labour. Use the gearbox freely and avoid large throttle open-ings when the engine speed is below 1,500rpm.
5) Avoid rapid acceleration and maximum throttle openings.
6) Avoid harsh braking during the first 100 miles of urban motoring or 1,000 miles ofmotorway driving to allow the friction fac-ings of the brake pads and shoes to bedagainst the discs and drums properly.
7) Avoid trailer towing during the running in period.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
B880C02A-GAT
Key Numbers
The vehicle key number is recorded upon a
metal tag attached to the keys when the vehicle is first delivered to you. The key number should be recorded and kept
in a safe place in case the need to orderfurther keys arises. New keys are availablefrom any Hyundai dealer by quoting the rel-evant key number.
In the interest of security, the metal tag at-
tached to the keys which bears the key num-ber should be removed from the key ring afteryou receive your new vehicle. In addition, keynumbers cannot be provided by Hyundai forsecurity reasons.
If you need additional keys or if you should
lose your keys, your authorized Hyundai dealercan make new keys. SB040B1-F Locking, unlocking front doors with key
o The door can be locked or unlocked with a
key.
o Lock the door by turning the key toward the front of the vehicle and unlock it by turning the key toward the rear.
AX10030A-1
B040A02Y-AAT DOOR LOCKS WARNING:
o Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Be- fore you drive away (especially if there are children in the car), be sure that allthe doors are securely closed and lockedso that the doors cannot be inadvert-ently opened from the inside. This helpsensure that doors will not be openedaccidentally. Also, when combined withthe proper use of seat belts, locking thedoors helps keep occupants from beingejected from the car in case of an acci-dent.
o Before opening the door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic.
o In case of accident the door is unlocked automatically (If installed)
LOCK
UNLOCK
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