traction control Hyundai Matrix 2006 User Guide

8CONSUMER INFORMATION
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!WARNING:
o Driving on worn-out tires is dan- gerous! Worn-out tires can cause loss of braking effectiveness,steering control and traction. When replacing tires, never mix radial and bias-ply tires on thesame car. If you replace radial tires with bias-ply tires, they must be installed in sets of four.
o Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for saferide and handling capability.Do not use a size and type of tireand wheel that is different from the one that is originally installed on your vehicle. It can affect thesafety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to han- dling failure or rollover and seri-ous injury.When replacing the tires, be sureto equip all four tires with the tireand wheel of the same size, type, tread, brand and load-carrying ca- pacity.
I090A01HP-GAT WHEN TO REPLACE TIRES
1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
The original tires on your car have tread wear indicators. The tread wear indicators appear when the tread depth is 1.6 mm (0.06 in.). The tireshould be replaced when these ap- pear as a solid bar across two or more grooves of the tread. Alwaysreplace your tires with those of the recommended size. If you change wheels, the new wheel's rim widthand offset must meet Hyundai speci- fication. Wear indicator
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If you nevertheless decide to equip your vehicle with any tire/wheel combination not recom- mended by Hyundai for off-road driving, you should not use thesetires for highway driving.

10INDEX
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A Accessory Tray ......................................................... 1-72
Air Bag ...................................................................... 1-37
Air Cleaner Filter ........................................................ 6-17
Air Conditioning
Care ........................................................................ 6-26
Operation ................................................................ 6-26
Switch ..................................................................... 1-89
Air Conditioner Filter .................................................. 1-99
Antenna ................................................................... 1-133
Ashtray ...................................................................... 1-66
Audio System .......................................................... 1-102
Auto Fuel Cut Switch ................................................ 1-82
BBattery .............................................................. 2-21, 6-32
Bleeding The Fuel System ........................................ 6-35
Brake Anti-lock system ..................................................... 2-13
Brake traction control system ................................ 2-14
Checking the brakes ............................................... 6-23
Fluid ........................................................................ 6-24
Pedal clearance ...................................................... 6-29
Pedal free play ....................................................... 6-29
Practices ................................................................ 2-17
Brake Pad Wear Warning Sound ............................... 1-53
Brake Traction Control System ................................. 2-14
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ..................................... 1-3
Bulbs W attage ........................................................... 6-40C
Care of Cassette Tapes ..........................................
1-132
Care of Disc ............................................................ 1-131
Cargo Area Cover ...................................................... 1-81
Cassette Tape Player Operation (H220, H280) ................ .
.................................................................. 1-108, 1-122
Catalytic Converter ...................................................... 7-3
CD Auto changer ....................................................... 1-79
CD Auto Changer (H260, H280) ....................1-116, 1-127
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ................................... 1-9
Child Restraint System ................................... 1-28 ~ 1-34
Cigarette Lighter ........................................................ 1-65
Clutch
Checking fluid ........................................................ 6-25
Pedal free play ...................................................... 6-28
Combination Light Headlight flasher ..................................................... 1-60
Headlight swi tch ..................................................... 1-59
High-beam switch ................................................... 1-60
Lane change si gnal ................................................. 1-59
Turn signal operation .............................................. 1-59
Compact Disc Player Operation (H260, H280) ................ .
.................................................................. 1-113, 1-124
Cooling Fans ............................................................. 6-34
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior .................................................. 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ................... 4-2
Washing and waxing ................................................. 4-4

YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
B255A02FC-EAT INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL * More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-44.
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder
Indicator (Not all models)Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Malfunction Indicator Light
Traction Control Indicator Light (Not all models)
O/D OFF Indicator Light (Not all models)
Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
Charging System Warning LightFuel Filter Warning Light (Diesel) Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light (Diesel)
Immobilizer Warning Indicator Light (Not all models)
ABS Service Reminder Indicator Light (SRI) (Not all models) High Beam Indicator Light Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Hatchback Door Open Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Electronic Stability Program Indicator Lights (Not all models)

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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1. Temperature Gauge
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Digital Clock
5. Odometer/Trip Odometer/Trip Computer (Not all models)
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Turn Signal Indicator Light
8. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light (Auto T/A only)
9. Immobiliser Warning Indicator Light
10. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
11. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light (Not all models)/Traction Control Indicator Light (Not all models) 12. Overdrive off Indicator Light (Not all models)
13. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning 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. Oil Pressure Warning Light
20. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
21. ABS Warning Light (Not all models)

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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1. Temperature Gauge
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Digital Clock
5. Odometer/Trip Odometer/Trip Computer (Not all models)
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Fuel Filter Warning Light
8. Turn Signal Indicator Light
9. Immobiliser Warning Indicator Light
10. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
11. Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light
12. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light (Not all models)/Traction Control Indicator Light (Not all models) 13. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning 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. Oil Pressure Warning Light
20. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
21. ABS Warning Light (Not all models)

1CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
44WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
SB210C1-FSRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator Light
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes on and flashes for about 6seconds after the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position or after the 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 continu- ously remains on after flashing for about 6 seconds when you turned the ignitionkey to the "ON" position or started the engine, or if it comes on whilst driving, have the SRS inspected by an Hyundaiauthorised repairer.
B260U01TB-EAT Immobiliser Indicator Light
This indicator light comes on for some seconds after the ignition key is turnedto the "ON" position. At this time, you can start the engine. The light goes out after the engine is running. In case thislight goes out before you start the en- gine, you must turn to the "LOCK" position and restart the engine. In casethis light blinks for five seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON" posi- tion, this indicates that the immobilisersystem is out of order.
SB210G1-E Turn Signal Indicator Light
Operation of a turn signal is indicated by the warning light located in the in-strument cluster. If the light fails to illuminate or does not flash, a malfunc- tion within the turn signal system isindicated.
B260C02E-EATTraction Control Indicator Light(Not all models)
The traction control indicator changes operation according to the ignition switch position and whether or not the system is in operation.
B265C01LZ-EAT Electronic Stability Program Indicator Lights(Not all models)
The electronic stability program indica- tors change operation according to theignition switch position and whether the system is in operation or not. They will illuminate when the ignitionkey is turned to the "ON" position, but should go out after three seconds. If the ESP or ESP-OFF indicator stays on,take your car to your Hyundai authorised repairer and have the system checked. See section 2 for more informationabout the ESP.
It will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, andthen go off in a few seconds. If the TCS indicator stays on, take your car to your Hyundai authorised repairer and havethe system checked. See section 2 for more information about the TCS sys- tem.

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Before Starting the Engine ........................................... 2-3
Key Positions ................................................................ 2-4Starting......................................................................... 2-5
Manual Transaxle ......................................................... 2-8Automatic Transaxle .................................................... 2-10
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................... 2-14
Brake Traction Control System (BTCS) ...................... 2-14
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ..............................2-16
Driving for Economy .................................................... 2-18
Smooth Cornering ........................................................ 2-19
Winter Motoring ............................................................ 2-19
Trailer and Caravan Towing .......... ..............................2-21
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
8MANUAL TRANSAXLE
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HFC3029
The five speed fully synchronized transaxle is controlled by a floor mounted shift lever upon which the shift patternis indicated. It is important that when changing gear, the clutch pedal is fully depressed to avoid transaxle damage.
! CAUTION:
o Do not attempt to engage reverse gear when the car is in motion.
o To avoid damaging the selector mechanism, do not use the gear shift lever as a hand rest. Release the lever immediately the shift iscompleted.
o To avoid premature clutch wear,
do not use the clutch pedal as afoot rest, and do not hold the vehicle on a gradient using the clutch.
o Ensure that the engine is not over- revved by upshifting before thetachometer needle enters the redzone.
o Do not coast with the shift lever at
the neutral position.
o When descending long gradients, make use of the engine braking toassist the footbrake to avoid brakefade or over-heating. o When slippery conditions are en-
countered, increased cautionshould be exercised when gear changing, braking or accelerat- ing. Abrupt changes in speed maycause a loss of traction or control of the vehicle.
o During cold weather, shifting may be difficult until the transaxle lu-bricant has warmed up. This is normal and not harmful to thetransaxle.
o If you 've come to a complete stop
and it's hard to shift into 1 st
or
R(Reverse), put the shift lever in N(Neutral) position and release the clutch. Press the clutch pedal backdown, and then shift into 1 st
or
R(Reverse) gear position.
o Do not use the shift lever as a handrest during driving, as this can result in premature wear of the transaxle shift forks.

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14ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
SC140B2-E (Not all models) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to prevent wheel lock-up dur-ing sudden braking or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS control module monitors the wheel speed and controlsthe pressure applied to each brake. Thus, in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS will increase vehiclecontrol during braking. NOTE: A click sound may be heard in the engine compartment when the ve- hicle begins to move after the engine is started. These conditions are nor-mal and indicate that the anti-lock brake system (Electronic Stability Program) is functioning properly. During ABS (ESP) operation, a slight pulsation may be felt in the brake pedalwhen the brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the engine com- partment whilst braking. These condi-tions are normal and indicate that the anti-lock brake system is functioning properly. WARNING:
ABS (ESP) will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driv-ing maneuvers. Even though vehicle control is improved during emer- gency braking, always maintain a safe distance between you and ob- jects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always be reduced during extreme road conditions. The braking distance for cars equipped with an anti-lock braking system may be longer than for those without it, in the following road con- ditions.
o Driving on rough, gravel or snow- covered roads.
o Driving with tyre chains installed.
o Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has differentsurface height.
These roads should be driven at reduced speeds. The safety features of an ABS (ESP) equipped vehicle should not be tested by high speed driving or cornering. This could en- danger the safety of yourself or oth- ers.
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BRAKE TRACTION CON- TROL SYSTEM (BTCS)
C300A01O-EAT (Not all models) On slippery road surfaces, the traction control system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively, thushelping the car to accelerate. It alsoprovides sufficient driving force andsteering performance as the car turns at accelerated speeds. SLIP Control Limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively during starting or whilstmaking accelerated turns on slipperyroads to avoid losing the driving force of the front wheels. Driving hints TCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to decelerate the car sufficiently
before entering curves.

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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!
CAUTION:
When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control has been activated. It also means that the road is slippery or your car is accelerating excessively. In this situation, release foot pres- sure from the accelerator pedal and maintain moderate speed.!
WARNING:
Traction control is only a driving aid; all normal precautions for driving in inclement weather and on slipperydriving surfaces should be observed. C300B01O-GAT TCS ON Mode In the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the instrument cluster will not be illumi-nated. NOTE:
1) Turn off the engine. Then restart
the engine, and the TCS mode will automatically turn "ON".
2) When the traction control is oper-
ating properly, you can feel a slightpulsation in the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake control and indicates nothing unusual.
3) When the engine starts, a click is heard from the engine compart-ment; however, this is only thesound of traction control being checked.
4) When moving out of the mud or fresh snow, pressing the accelera-tor pedal may not cause the en- gine speed to increase. C300D02O-GAT Indicator and Warning The indicator should illuminate when
the ignition key is turned to "ON" or "START",but should go out after three seconds. If the indicator does not illuminate, have it checked by an Hyundai authorisedrepairer. Should there be any unusual conditions in the device, TCS illuminates as a warning. If TCS illuminates, pull your car to asafe place and stop the engine. Then, start the engine again to check if the TCS indicator goes out.If the indicator remains lit even after the engine has been started, have your car checked by an Hyundai authorised re-pairer. NOTE: When TCS illuminates, traction con- trol is automatically deactivated forsafety.