trailer HYUNDAI PALISADE 2023 Owners Manual

Vehicle Information, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects2-12
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only
lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine
efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1 *2 Recommends
86TW
bACEA A5 or above* 3 / 5W-30 / (SAE
Viscosity Number)
Automatic transmission fluid 86TW
bMICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV,
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine
ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting
the above specification approved
by HYUNDAI Motor Co.
Engine coolant Without trailer
86TW
b
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol
coolant for aluminum radiator)
With trailer 86TW
b
Brake fluid
*4As required SAE J1704 DOT0-4LV, FMVSS116
DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6
Rear differential oil
*586TW
b HYPIO GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE
75W/85 (SK HCT-5 GEAR OIL
75W/85 or EQUIVALENT)
Transfer case oil (AWD)
*586TW
b
Fuel 86JDO
bRefer to “Fuel requirements” in
chapter 1.
*1 : Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2 : Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional
benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary
to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in
everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*3 : Requires grade engine oil. If a
lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil
and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated for severe maintenance conditions.
*4 : To maintain the best braking performance and ABS/ESC performance, we recommend
that you use genuine brake fluid that conform to specifications.
*5 : If the rear differential is submerged, have you visit an authorized retailer of HYUNDAI
genuine products to replace the differential oil.
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

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Before Driving ........................................................................\
........................... 6-4Before Entering the Vehicle ........................................................................\
................ 6-4
Before Starting ........................................................................\
.................................... 6-4
Ignition Switch ........................................................................\
.......................... 6-5Key Ignition Switch ........................................................................\
...............................6-5
Engine Start/Stop Button ........................................................................\
................... 6-8
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off ........................................................................\
.............. 6-13Operating Conditions ........................................................................\
........................ 6-13
Deactivating Conditions ........................................................................\
................... 6-13
System Operation ........................................................................\
............................... 6-13
Automatic Transmission ........................................................................\
..........6-14Automatic Transmission Operation ........................................................................\
... 6-14
LCD Display Messages (Cluster) ........................................................................\
....... 6-20
Paddle Shifter (Manual Shift Mode) ........................................................................\
.. 6-25
Good Driving Practices ........................................................................\
...................... 6-25
Braking System ........................................................................\
........................6-27
Power-Assist Brakes ........................................................................\
........................... 6-27
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator......................................................................\
.................. 6-27
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) ........................................................................\
..........6-28
Auto Hold ........................................................................\
...........................................6-33
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................................................................\
.......... 6-36
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ........................................................................\
.... 6-38
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) ...................................................................... 6-40
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) ........................................................................\
.......... 6-42
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) ........................................................................\
.............. 6-42
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) ........................................................................\
.......... 6-43
Good Braking Practices ................................................................\
............................ 6-46
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ........................................................................\
............ 6-47All Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation ........................................................................\
......6-47
AWD Operation ........................................................................\
.................................. 6-48
Emergency Precautions ........................................................................\
.................... 6-50
Idle Stop and Go (ISG) ........................................................................\
........... 6-52ISG System Operation ........................................................................\
........................6-52
ISG System Off ........................................................................\
.................................. 6-54
Forced to Restart Engine ........................................................................\
...................6-55
ISG Malfunction ........................................................................\
..................................6-55
Calibrating the Battery Sensor ........................................................................\
..........6-55
6. Driving Your Vehicle

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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

Driving Your Vehicle6-42
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
Hill-Start Assist Control helps prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards
when starting a vehicle from a stop
on a hill. The system operates the
brakes automatically for approximately
2 seconds (maximum of 5 seconds
when the accelerator pedal is slightly
depressed during HAC operation) and
releases the brake after 2 seconds or
when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
WARNING
Always be ready to depress the
accelerator pedal when starting off
an incline. Hill-Start Assist Control
activates only for approximately 2
seconds (maximum of 5 seconds
when the accelerator pedal is slightly
depressed during HAC operation).
Information

[ Hill-Start Assist Control does not
operate when the gear is shifted to P
(Park) or N (Neutral).

[ Hill-Start Assist Control activates even
when the ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) is off. However, it does not
activate, when ESC does not operate
normally.
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
Trailer stability assist is operated as a
vehicle stability control system. The
Trailer stability assist system stabilizes
the vehicle and trailer when the trailer
sways or oscillates. There are various
reasons making vehicle sway and
oscillate. In most case it happens at high
speed however, if the trailer is affected
by crosswinds, buffeting, and improper
overloading, it may also be a risk of sway.
Factors of swaying such as:

- High speed

- Strong crosswinds

- Improper overloading

- Sudden controlling of steering wheel

- Uneven road
Trailer stability assist system
continuously analyzes the vehicle
and trailer instability. When the
Trailer stability assist system detects
some sway, the brakes are applied
automatically to stabilize the vehicle
on the front wheel. However, if it is
not enough to stabilize, the brakes are
applied on all wheels automatically and
engine power is properly reduced. When
the vehicle is stable from swaying, trailer
stability assist system does not operate.

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
B1007EU01
Press the Tow mode button to turn on or
off the function.
Setting features
B1007EU02
When the gear is in P(Park), select 'Setup

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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6-71
Trailer weight
Tongue Load Total Trailer Weight
OOSH069129L
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
OOSH069130L
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
*1
Ibs. (kg) 500
(227)*1 : Tongue weight should be between
allowable 10-15%
Trailer Towing Equipment
Hitches
B1004KO01
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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6-73
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.

Driving Your Vehicle6-74
Making turns
When you’re turning with a trailer, make
wider turns than normal. Do this so your
trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs,
road signs, trees, or other objects. Avoid
jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in
advance.
Turn signals
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has
to have a different turn signal flasher and
extra wiring. The green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash whenever you
signal a turn or lane change. Properly
connected, the trailer lights will also flash
to alert other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes, or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows
on your instrument panel will flash for
turns even if the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think
drivers behind you are seeing your
signals when, in fact, they are not. It’s
important to check frequently to be sure
the trailer bulbs are still working. You
must also check the lights every time
you disconnect and then reconnect the
wires.
WARNING
Do not connect a trailer lighting system
directly to your vehicle’s lighting
system. Use an approved trailer wiring
harness. Failure to do so could result
in damage to the vehicle electrical
system and/or personal injury. Consult
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
assistance.
Driving on hills
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
before you start down a long or steep
downgrade. If you don’t shift to a lower
gear, you may have to use your brakes
excessively and they would overheat and
may not operate efficiently.
On a long uphill grade, shift to a lower
gear and reduce your speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transmission
overheating.
If your trailer weighs more than the
maximum trailer weight without trailer
brakes and you have an automatic
transmission, you should drive in D
(Drive) when towing a trailer.
Operating your vehicle in D (Drive)
when towing a trailer will minimize heat
build-up and extend the life of your
transmission.
NOTICE
To prevent engine and/or transmission
overheating:

[ When towing a trailer on steep
grades (in excess of 6%) pay close
attention to the engine coolant
temperature gauge to ensure the
engine does not overheat. If the
needle of the coolant temperature
gauge moves towards “H” (HOT),
pull over and stop as soon as it is
safe to do so, and allow the engine
to idle until it cools down. You may
proceed once the engine has cooled
sufficiently.

[ When towing a trailer, your vehicle
speed may be much slower than the
general flow of traffic, especially
when climbing an uphill grade. Use
the right hand lane when towing a
trailer on an uphill grade. Choose
your vehicle speed according to the
maximum posted speed limit for
vehicles with trailers, the steepness
of the grade, and your trailer weight.