towing HYUNDAI PALISADE 2023 Owners Manual

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Vehicle Information, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
The actual shape may differ from the illustration.
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1. Inside door handle .................................5-32
2. Side view mirror control switch ........... 5-58
3. Central door lock switch ...................... 5-33
4. Power window switches ...................... 5-66
5. Power window lock button/
Electronic child safety lock button ...... 5-69
6. Instrument panel illumination controlswitch .......................................... 4-5
7. Towing button .......................................6-60 8. ESC (Electronic Stability Control) OFF
button .................................................... 6-38
9. Power liftgate open/close button ....... 5-87
10. EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) switch . 6-28
11. Hood release lever ................................ 5-82
12. Steering wheel tilt/telescopic lever .... 5-45
13. Steering wheel ...................................... 5-46
14. Seat .......................................................... 3-3
15. Fuse box ................................................ 9-46
INTERIOR OVERVIEW

Seats & Safety System3-44
Stowing the rear seat belt
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A: 2nd row seat (8- seater), B: 3rd seat
The rear seat belt buckles can be stowed
in the pocket between the rear seatback
and cushion when not in use.
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Routing the seat belt webbing through
the rear seat belt guides will help keep
the belts from being trapped behind or
under the seats.
After inserting the seat belt, tighten the
belt webbing by pulling it up.
CAUTION
When using the seat belt, use it after
taking it out of the guides.
If you pull the seat belt when it is stored
in the guideas, it may damage the
guides and/or belt webbing.

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Drive Mode Integrated Control System ......................................................... 6-57Selecting Drive Mode ........................................................................\
......................... 6-57
Changing Drive Mode ........................................................................\
........................ 6-57
CUSTOM Mode Features ........................................................................\
.................. 6-58
Multi Terrain Mode (AWD) .....................................................................\
................... 6-59
TOW Mode ........................................................................\
......................................... 6-60
Special Driving Conditions ........................................................................\
......6-61Hazardous Driving Conditions ................................................\
.................................. 6-61
Rocking the Vehicle .................................................................\
.................................. 6-61
Smooth Cornering ........................................................................\
............................. 6-62
Driving at Night ........................................................................\
................................. 6-62
Driving in the Rain ........................................................................\
............................. 6-63
Driving in Flooded Areas ........................................................................\
................... 6-63
Highway Driving ........................................................................\
................................ 6-63
Reducing the Risk of a Rollover .....................................................................\
.......... 6-64
Winter Driving ........................................................................\
......................... 6-65Snow or Icy Conditions ........................................................................\
..................... 6-65
Winter Precautions ........................................................................\
............................ 6-68
Trailer Towing ........................................................................\
.......................... 6-70
If You Decide to Pull a Trailer? ........................................................................\
...........6-70
Trailer Towing Equipment ........................................................................\
.................. 6-72
Driving with a Trailer ........................................................................\
.......................... 6-73
Maintenance When Towing a Trailer ........................................................................\
. 6-76
Vehicle Load Limit ........................................................................\
...................6-77The Loading Information Label ........................................................................\
......... 6-78

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WARNING
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Never start or run the engine while
an AWD vehicle is raised on a jack.
The vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack
causing serious injury or death to you or
those nearby.
Towing
AWD vehicles must be towed with
a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment with all the wheels off
the ground. For more details, refer to
"Towing" section in chapter 8.
Vehicle inspection

[If the vehicle needs to be operated on
a vehicle lift do not attempt to stop
any of the four wheels from turning.
This could damage the AWD system.

[ Never engage the parking brake while
running the engine on vehicle lift. This
may damage the AWD system.
Dynamometer testing
An AWD vehicle must be tested on a
special four wheel chassis dynamometer.
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A: Roll tester (Speedometer),
B: Temporary free roller
An AWD vehicle should not be tested
on a 2WD roll tester. If a 2WD roll tester
must be used, perform the following
procedure:
1. Check the tire pressures recommended for your vehicle.
2. Place the rear wheels on the roll tester for a speedometer test as shown in
the illustration.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Place the front wheels on the temporary free roller as shown in the
illustration.
WARNING
Keep away from the front of the vehicle
while the vehicle is in gear on the
dynamometer. The vehicle can jump
forward and cause serious injury or
death.
AWD malfunction
If the AWD () warning light stays on
the instrument cluster, your vehicle
may have a malfunction with the AWD
system. When the AWD warning light
(
) illuminates, have the vehicle be
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer as soon as possible.

Driving Your Vehicle6-60
TOW Mode (if equipped)
When towing a trailer, switching to
TOW mode enables smooth driving by
changing the shifting pattern to suit
heavy loads.
Operating button
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Press the Tow mode button to turn on or
off the function.
Setting features
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When the gear is in P(Park), select 'Setup

Driving Your Vehicle6-62
Information
The ESC system must be turned OFF
before rocking the vehicle.
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” section in chapter 8.
Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards than
driving in the daylight. Here are some
important tips to remember:

[ Slow down and keep more distance
between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.

[ Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare
from other drivers’ headlights.

[ Keep your headlights clean and
properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night.

[ Avoid staring directly at the headlights
of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to
readjust to the darkness.

Driving Your Vehicle6-70
If you are considering towing with your
vehicle, be sure to take extra precautions
while driving. Only experienced drivers
should consider towing. Plan your trip
accordingly as vehicle speed limits for
vehicles towing trailers may be different.
Always follow posted speed limits for
vehicles towing with trailers.
Remember that trailering is different
than just driving your vehicle by
itself. Trailering means changes in
handling, durability, and fuel economy.
Successful, safe trailering requires
correct equipment, and it has to be used
properly. Damage to your vehicle caused
by improper trailer towing is not covered
by your vehicle manufacturer’s warranty.
This section contains time-tested,
important trailering tips and safety
rules. Many of these are important for
your safety and that of your passengers.
Please read this section carefully before
you pull a trailer.
WARNING
Take the following precautions:

[ If you don’t use the correct
equipment and/or drive improperly,
you can lose control of the vehicle
when you are pulling a trailer. For
example, if the trailer is too heavy,
the braking performance may be
reduced. You and your passengers
could be seriously or fatally injured.
Pull a trailer only if you have followed
all the steps in this section.

[ Before towing, make sure the
total trailer weight, GCW (Gross
Combination Weight), GVW (Gross
Vehicle Weight), GAW (Gross Axle
Weight) and trailer tongue load are
all within the limits.

[ When you tow a trailer, make sure to
turn off the Idle Stop and Go system.
If You Decide to Pull a Trailer?
Here are some important points if you
decide to pull a trailer:

[Consider using a sway control. You
can ask a trailer hitch dealer about
sway control.

[ Do not do any towing with your
vehicle during its first 1,200 miles
(2,000 km) in order to allow the
engine to properly break in. Failure to
heed this caution may result in serious
engine or transmission damage.

[ When towing a trailer, consult an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
further information on additional
requirements such as a towing kit, etc.

[ Always drive your vehicle at posted
towing speed limit.

[ Carefully observe the weight and load
limits provided in the following pages.

[ When towing a trailer, be sure to
disable Reverse Parking Collision-
Avoidance Assist. If towing and going
in reverse the system will activate as it
detects the trailer. Also, before towing
a trailer disable all Driving Assistance
systems as precaution such as
Forward Collision–Avoidance Assist,
Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise
Control and others.
TRAILER TOWING

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Trailer weight
Tongue Load Total Trailer Weight
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What is the maximum safe weight of a
trailer? It should never weigh more than
the maximum trailer weight with trailer
brakes. But even that can be too heavy.
It depends on how you plan to use your
trailer. For example, speed, altitude,
road grades, outside temperature and
how often your vehicle is used to pull a
trailer are all important. The ideal trailer
weight can also depend on any special
equipment that you have on your vehicle.
Tongue load
Gross Axle Weight Gross Vehicle Weight
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The tongue load is an important weight
to measure because it affects the total
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of your
vehicle. The trailer tongue should weigh
a minimum of 10% of the total loaded
trailer weight, within the limits of the
maximum (15%) trailer tongue load
permissible.
After you’ve loaded your trailer,
weigh the trailer and then the tongue,
separately, to see if the weights are
proper. If they aren’t, you may be able
to correct them simply by moving some
items around in the trailer.
WARNING
Take the following precautions:

[Never load a trailer with more weight
in the rear than in the front. The front
should be loaded with approximately
60% of the total trailer load; the rear
should be loaded with approximately
40% of the total trailer load.

[ Never exceed the maximum weight
limits of the trailer or trailer towing
equipment. Improper loading can
result in damage to your vehicle and/
or personal injury. Check weights
and loading at a commercial scale or
highway patrol office equipped with
scales.

Driving Your Vehicle6-72
Reference weight and distance
when towing a trailer
ltem With
trailer
package
Maximum trailer
w
eight
Ibs. (kg) With
brake
system
5000
(2268)
Without
brake
system 1653
(750)
Maximum tongue weight
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Ibs. (kg) 500
(227)*1 : Tongue weight should be between
allowable 10-15%
Trailer Towing Equipment
Hitches
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It’s important to have the correct hitch
equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks
going by, and rough roads are a few
reasons why you’ll need the right hitch.
Here are some rules to follow:

[ Do you have to make any holes in
the body of your vehicle when you
install a trailer hitch? If you do, then
be sure to seal the holes later when
you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal
them, carbon monoxide (CO) from
your exhaust can get into your vehicle,
as well as dirt and water.

[ The bumpers on your vehicle are not
intended for hitches. Do not attach
rental hitches or other bumper-type
hitches to them. Use only a frame-
mounted hitch that does not attach to
the bumper.

[ A HYUNDAI trailer hitch accessory is
available at an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.

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Safety chains
You should always attach chains between
your vehicle and your trailer.
Instructions about safety chains may
be provided by the hitch manufacturer
or trailer manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendation for
attaching safety chains. Always leave just
enough slack so you can turn with your
trailer. And, never allow safety chains to
drag on the ground.
Trailer brakes
If your trailer is equipped with a braking
system, make sure it conforms to
your country’s regulations and that
it is properly installed and operating
correctly.
If your trailer weighs more than the
maximum trailer weight without trailer
brakes loaded, then it needs its own
brakes and they must be adequate. Be
sure to read and follow the instructions
for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able
to install, adjust and maintain them
properly. Be sure not to modify your
vehicle’s brake system.
WARNING
Do not use a trailer with its own brakes
unless you are absolutely certain that
you have properly set up the brake
system. This is not a task for amateurs.
Use an experienced, competent trailer
shop for this work.
Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain
amount of experience. Before setting
out for the open road, you must get to
know your trailer. Acquaint yourself with
the feel of handling and braking with the
added weight of the trailer. And always
keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check the trailer hitch
and platform, safety chains, electrical
connector(s), lights, tires and brakes.
During your trip, occasionally check
to be sure that the load is secure, and
that the lights and trailer brakes are still
working.
Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the
vehicle ahead as you would when driving
your vehicle without a trailer. This can
help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You will need more passing distance up
ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And,
because of the increased vehicle length,
you’ll need to go much farther beyond
the passed vehicle before you can return
to your lane.
Backing up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel
with one hand. Then, to move the trailer
to the left, move your hand to the left. To
move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly
and, if possible, have someone guide
you.