brake Hyundai Matrix 2003 Owner's Manual
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 29
B250A01FC-GAT INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
1. Front Fog Light Switch (If installed)
2. Headlight Leveling Switch (If installed)
3. Rear Fog Light Switch (If installed)
4. Multi-Function Light Switch
5. Indicator and Warning Light
6. Horn and Driver's Airbag (If installed)
7. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
8. Instrument Cluster
9. Hazard Warning Light
10. Heating/Air Conditioning Control Panel
(If installed)
11. Audio System (If installed)
12. Accessory Tray
13. Passenger's Airbag (If installed)
14. Passenger's Side Drink Holder
15. Hood Release Lever
16. Multi Box
17. Ashtray
18. Cigarette Lighter
19. Shift Lever (If installed)
20. Drink Holder
21. Parking Brake Lever
22. Glove Box
23. Center Console (If installed)
CAUTION:When installing a container of liquid air freshener inside the vehicle, do not place it near theinstrument cluster nor on the instrument panel pad surface.If there is any leakage from the air freshener onto these areas (instrument cluster, instrumentpanel pad or air ventilator), it may damage these parts.If the liquid from the air freshener does leak onto these areas, wash them with waterimmediately. B250A01FC
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B260A01FC-GAT
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR (GASOLINE ENGINE) 1. Temperature Gauge
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Digital Clock
5. Odometer/Trip Odometer/Trip Computer(If installed)
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Turn Signal Indicator Light
8. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light (Auto T/A only)
9. Immobilizer Warning Indicator Light (If installed)
10. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light (If installed)
11. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
12. Overdrive Off Indicator Light (Auto T/A only)
13. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warn- ing Light
14. Charging System Warning Light
15. Low Fuel Warning Light
16. High Beam Indicator Light17.Tail Gate Open Warning Light
18. Door Ajar Warning Light
19. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
20. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) (If installed)
21. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
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B260B01FC-GAT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR (DIESEL ENGINE)
1. Temperature Gauge
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Digital Clock
5. Odometer/Trip Odometer/Trip Computer(If installed)
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Fuel Filter Warning Light
8. Turn Signal Indicator Light
9. Immobilizer Warning Indicator Light (If installed)
10. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light (If installed)
11. Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light
12. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
13. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warn- ing Light
14. Charging System Warning Light
15. Low Fuel Warning Light
16. High Beam Indicator Light
17. Tail Gate Open Warning Light
18. Door Ajar Warning Light
19. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
20. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) (If installed)
21. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
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B260B01S-GAT
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)(If Installed)
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes on and flashes for about 6 seconds after theignition key is turned to the "ON" position or afterthe engine is started, after which it will go out. This light also comes on when the SRS is not working properly. If the SRI does not come on,or continuously remains on after flashing forabout 6 seconds when you turned the ignitionkey to the "ON" position or started the engine,or if it comes on while driving, have the SRSinspected by an authorized Hyundai Dealer. B260C01A-AAT
O/D OFF Indicator (If Installed)
When the overdrive switch is turned on, the overdrive off indicator will go out. This amberindicator will be illuminated when the overdriveswitch is turned off.
B260P02Y-GAT
ABS Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) (If Installed)
When the key is turned to the "ON" position, the Anti-Lock Brake System will come on and thengo off in a few seconds. If the ABS SRI remainson, comes on while driving, or does not comeon when the key is turned to the "ON" position,this indicates that there may be a problem withthe ABS.If this occurs, have your vehicle checked byyour Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. Thenormal braking system will still be operational,but without the assistance of the anti-lock brakesystem.
B260F01A-AAT High Beam Indicator Light
The high beam indicator light comes on when-
ever the headlights are switched to the highbeam or flash position.
B260D01A-AAT Turn Signal Indicator Lights
The blinking green arrows on the instrument panel show the direction indicated by the turnsignals. If the arrow comes on but does notblink, blinks more rapidly than normal, or doesnot illuminate at all, a malfunction in the turnsignal system is indicated. Your dealer shouldbe consulted for repairs. B260G01A-AAT
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
CAUTION: If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is running, serious enginedamage may result. The oil pressure warn- ing light comes on whenever there is insuf- ficient oil pressure. In normal operation, itshould come on when the ignition switch isturned on, then go out when the engine isstarted. If the oil pressure warning lightstays on while the engine is running, theremay be a serious malfunction.If this happens, stop the car as soon as it issafe to do so, turn off the engine and checkthe oil level. If the oil level is low, fill theengine oil to the proper level and start theengine again. If the light stays on with theengine running, turn the engine off immedi-ately. In any instance where the oil lightstays on when the engine is running, theengine should be checked by an authorizedHyundai dealer before the car is driven again.
CAUTION: If both ABS SRI and Parking Brake/Brakefluid level warning lights remain "ON" orcome on while driving, there may be a prob-lem with E.B.D (Electronic Brake Force Dis-tribution).If this occurs, avoid sudden stops and haveyour vehicle checked by your Hyundai dealeras soon as possible.
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B260J01S-GAT
Charging System Warning Light
The charging system warning light should come on when the ignition is turned on, then go outwhen the engine is running. If the light stays onwhile the engine is running, there is a malfunc-tion in the electrical charging system. If the lightcomes on while you are driving, stop, turn offthe engine and check under the hood. First,make certain the generator drive belt is inplace. If it is, check the tension of the belt.And then, have the system checked by yourHyundai dealer.
CAUTION: If the drive belt (generator belt) is loosen,broken, or mission while the vehicle is driv-ing, there may be a serious malfunction,engine could overheat because this beltalso drives the water pump. B260L01A-GAT Door Ajar Warning Light
The door ajar warning light warns you that a door is not completely closed.B260H03A-AAT Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
WARNING: If you suspect brake trouble, have your brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer assoon as possible. Driving your car with aproblem in either the brake electrical sys-tem or brake hydraulic system is danger-ous, and could result in a serious injury ordeath. Warning Light Operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning light should come on when the parking brake isapplied and the ignition switch is turned to "ON"or "START". After the engine is started, the lightshould go out when the parking brake is re-leased.If the parking brake is not applied, the warninglight should come on when the ignition switch isturned to "ON" or "START", then go out whenthe engine starts. If the light comes on at anyother time, you should slow the vehicle andbring it to a complete stop in a safe location offthe roadway.The brake warning light indicates that the brakefluid level in the brake master cylinder is lowand hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3or DOT 4 specifications should be added. Afteradding fluid, if no other trouble is found, the carshould be immediately and carefully driven to a Hyundai dealer for inspection. If further troubleis experienced, the vehicle should not be drivenat all but taken to a dealer by a professionaltowing service or some other safe method.Your Hyundai is equipped with dual-diagonalbraking systems. This means you still havebraking on two wheels even if one of the dualsystems should fail. With only one of the dualsystems working, more than normal pedal traveland greater pedal pressure are required to stopthe car. Also, the car will not stop in as short adistance with only half of the brake systemworking. If the brakes fail while you are driving,shift to a lower gear for additional engine brak-ing and stop the car as soon as it is safe to doso.
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Tail Gate Open Warning Light
This light remains on unless the tail gate is completely closed.
B260M01A-AAT Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on whenthe fuel tank is approaching empty. When itcomes on, you should add fuel as soon aspossible. Driving with the fuel level warninglight on or with the fuel level below "E" cancause the engine to misfire and damage thecatalytic converter.
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B260N02FC-GAT
Malfunction Indicator Light (If Installed)
This light illuminates when there is a malfunc- tion of an exhaust gas related component, andthe system is not functioning properly so thatthe exhaust gas regulation values are not sat-isfied. This light will illuminate when the ignitionkey is tuned to the "ON" position, and will go outafter the engine start. If it illuminates whiledriving, or does not illuminate when the ignitionkey is turned to the "ON" position, take your carto your nearest authorized Hyundai dealer andhave the system checked.
B260C02E-GAT Traction Control Indicator Light (If Installed)
The traction control indicator changes opera- tion according to the ignition switch positionand whether or not the system is in operation.It will also illuminate when the ignition key isturned to the "ON" position, and then go off in afew seconds. If the TCS indicator stays on,take your car to your authorized Hyundai dealerand have the system checked. See section 2for more information about the TCS system.
B270A01A-AAT BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND The front disc brake pads have wear indicators
that should make a high-pitched squealing orscraping noise when new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all thetime when the vehicle is moving. It may also beheard when the brake pedal is pushed down
firmly. Excessive rotor damage will result if theworn pads are not replaced. See your Hyundaidealer immediately.
B260S01B-GAT
Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light-Amber (Diesel Engine)
The indicator light illuminates amber when the
ignition switch is placed at the "ON" position. The engine can be started after the pre-heatindicator light goes off. The illuminating timevaries with the water temperature, air tem-perature and battery condition.
NOTE: If the engine were not started 10 seconds
after the preheating is completed, turn the ignition key once more to the "LOCK"position, and then to the "ON" position, inorder to preheat again.
B265A01B-GAT
Fuel Filter Warning Light-Red (Diesel Engine)
This light illuminates when the ignition switch
is set to the "ON" position and goes off after the engine has started. If it lights up while theengine is running, it indicates that water hasaccumulated inside the fuel filter. If this hap-pens, remove the water from the fuel filter.
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B270B02O-GAT PARKING START WARNING SOUND
(If Installed) If the vehicle is driven at 10km/h(6mph) for more than 2~3 seconds, the warning chime willsound continuously when the parking brakeengaged.
B900A01A-GAT LIGHIS ON WARNING SOUND (If Installed) The warning chime sounds when the tail lights are on and the driver side door is open. Thisprevents the battery from discharging by warn-ing you when the car is left with the tail lights on.The chime sounds until the tail lights are turnedoff.
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3. DRIVE TIME
Drive time symbol
Drive timeHFC2054
o This mode indicates the drive time travelled since the last drive time reset.
o Pressing the reset switch for more than 1 second, when the drive time is being dis- played, clears the drive time to zero. B340B01A-AAT Lane Change Signal
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To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to a point where it begins flashing.The lever will automatically return to the centerposition when released.
B340A01A-AAT COMBINATION TURN SIGNAL, HEADLIGHT AND HIGH-BEAMSWITCH Turn Signal Operation Pulling down on the lever causes the turn signals on the left side of the car to blink.Pushing upwards on the lever causes the turnsignals on the right side of the car to blink. Asthe turn is completed, the lever will automati-cally return to the center position and turn offthe turn signals at the same time. If either turnsignal indicator light blinks more rapidly thanusual, goes on but does not blink, or does notgo on at all, there is a malfunction in the system.Check for a burned-out fuse or bulb or see yourHyundai dealer.
B340C01FC
B340C02FC-GAT Headlight Switch
To operate the headlights, turn the barrel on the end of the multi-function switch. The first posi-tion turns on the parking lights, sidelights, taillights and instrument panel lights. The secondposition turns on the headlights. NOTE: The ignition must be in the "ON" position toturn on the headlights. Parking light auto cut (If installed) If you do not turn the parking lights "OFF" after driving, the parking lights will automati-cally shut "OFF" when the driver's door isopened. To turn them "ON" again you must simply turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. B340F01A-GAT Daytime Running Lights (If Installed) Your Hyundai is equipped with daytime running
lights. The daytime running lights are used toimprove visibility for oncoming traffic. Your
vehicle daytime running lights are designed to
remain on continuously when the engine isoperating even though the headlight switch is inthe "OFF" position. However, the daytime run-ning lights will be off while the parking brake isapplied.
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B550A01S-GAT HIGH-MOUNTED REAR STOP LIGHT (If Installed)
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In addition to the lower-mounted rear stop lights on either side of the car, the high mounted rearstop light in the center of the rear window orinserted in the rear spoiler also lights when thebrakes are applied.
Always engage the parking brake before leav-ing the car. This also turns on the parking brakeindicator light when the key is in the "ON" or"START" position. Before driving away, be surethat the parking brake is fully released and theindicator light is off.
o To engage the parking brake, pull the lever
up as far as possible.
o To release the parking brake, pull up the lever and press the thumb button. Then, while holding the button in, lower the brakelever.
B530A01A-AAT PARKING BRAKE
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B810A01FC-GAT FOLD-UP TRAY
For your convenience, it may be used as a table holding a book, cup or can. WARNING: To avoid the possibility of injury in case ofan accident or a sudden stop, the fold-uptray should be place its original positionwhile the vehicle is moving.
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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C040A01A-AAT KEY POSITIONSWARNING: The engine should not be turned off or the key removed from the ignition key cylinder while the vehicle is in motion. The steering wheel is locked by removing the key.
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o "START" The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key. NOTE: Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds.
o "ON" When the key is in the "ON position, the ignition is on and all accessories may be turned on. If the engine is not running, the key should not be left in the "ON" position. This will discharge the battery and may also damage the ignition sys- tem.
o "ACC" With the key in the "ACC" position, the some electrical accessories (radio, etc.) may be oper- ated.
C020A01O-GAT BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to
be sure they are in their proper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to “ON”, check that all appropriate warning lights areoperating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10. Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the “ON” position.
WARNING: (DIESEL ENGINE) To ensure that sufficient vacuum exists with- in the brake system during cold weather start- up conditions, it is necessary to run the engine at idle for several seconds after start- ing the engine.
C030A01A-GAT COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH To Start the Engine Before starting the engine:
o If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle,
place the shift lever in "P" (park).
o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and
turn it to the "START" position. Release it as soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds.
NOTE: For safety, the engine will not start if the shift lever is not in "P" or "N" Position (automatic transaxle).
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 5
C070B01A-AAT Using the Clutch The clutch should be pressed all the way to the floor before shifting, then released slowly. The clutch pedal should always be used after fully returning to the original position. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This can cause unnecessary wear. Do not partially en- gage the clutch to hold the car on an incline. This causes unnecessary wear. Use the parking brake to hold the car on an incline. Do not operate the clutch pedal rapidly and repeatedly. C070E03A-GAT RECOMMENDED SHIFT POINTS
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20 km/h (15 mph) 40 km/h (25 mph) 55 km/h (35 mph)75 km/h (45 mph)
The shift points as shown above are recom- mended for optimum fuel economy and perfor- mance. C070D02A-AAT Good Driving Practices
o Never take the car out of gear and coast down
a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the car in gear.
o Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them
to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when you are driving down a long hill, slow down and shift to a lower gear. When you do this, engine braking will help slow the car.
o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear. This will help avoid over-revving the engine, which can cause damage.
o Slow down when you encounter cross winds.
This gives you much better control of your car.
o Be sure the car is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into reverse. The transaxle can be damaged if you do not. To shift into reverse, depress the clutch, move the shift lever to neutral, wait three seconds, then shift to the reverse position.
o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface. Be especially careful when braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a slippery surface, an abrupt change in vehicle speed can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle to go out of control.
WARNING:
o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if you lose control of your vehicle at high-way speeds. C090A01A-GAT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
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The highly efficient Hyundai automatic transaxle has four forward speeds and one reverse speed. It has a conventional shift pattern as shown in the illustration. At night, with the first position of the multi-function switch, the appropriate symbol on the shift pattern indicator will be illuminated ac- cording to the range selected.
o Loss of control often occurs if two or more
wheels drop off the roadway and the driv- er oversteers to reenter the roadway.
o In the event your vehicle leaves the road- way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow down before pulling back into the travel lanes
o In a collision crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a per- son wearing a seatbelt.