key Hyundai Santa Fe 2003 Owner's Guide

1- 48 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
B420A01A-AATCIGARETTE LIGHTER
For the cigarette lighter to work, the key must
be in the "ACC" position or the "ON" position.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the way
into its socket. When the element has heated,
the lighter will pop out to the "ready" position.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. This
can damage the heating element and create a
fire hazard.
If it is necessary to replace the cigarette lighter,
use only a genuine Hyundai replacement or its
approved equivalent.
B500D06O-GATPOWER OUTLET (If installed)
These are located in the quarter trim and on the
center facia panel.
These supply 12V electric power to operate
electric accessories or equipment only when
the key is in the "ON" or "ACC" position.
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2. Adjust the date by pushing " (UP)", "
(DOWN)" button when the hour/minute
blinks.
3. After adjusting the time, push "M" button
once more and all adjustment is completed.
NOTE:When the battery has been reconnected or
charged, set the date and time as described
above. However, the first adjusting mode is
set on DEC 01.
B410A01A-AATINSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT CON TROL
(RHEOSTAT)
The instrument panel lights can be made brighter
or dimmer by turning the instrument panel light
control knob.
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B460A01Y-AATSUNROOF (If installed)
Sun Shade
Your HYUNDAI is equipped with a sliding sun-
shade which you can manually adjust to let in
light with the sunroof closed, or to block sunlight.
WARNING:Never adjust the sunshade while driving.
B460B01GK-GATOpening the Sunroof System
The sunroof can be electrically opened or closed
with the ignition key in the "ON" position. The
sunroof is moved to its fully open position by
pushing the "Open" switch, and to stop at the
desired position, push in any switches (Open,
Close, Up, Down).
To close, press and hold the "CLOSE" button.
Release the button when the sunroof reaches
the desired position.
WARNING:o Do not close a sunroof if anyone's hands,
arms or body are between the sliding
glass and the sunroof sash, as this could
result in injury.
o Do not place your head or arms out of the
sunroof opening at any time.
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B450B02O-AATREAR DRINK HOLDER (If installed)
The rear drink holder is located on the rear main
console and may be used for holding cups or
cans. The rear drink holder can be used by
pushing and pulling it at its top edge.
CAUTION:Place the drink holder in its closed position
when not in use.
WARNING:Do not place anything excepting drinks on
the drink holder. Such objects can be thrown
out, possibly injuring persons in the ve-
hicle during sudden braking or in the event
of an accident.
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B490A02Y-AATINTERIOR LIGHT
The interior courtesy light has three buttons.
The three buttons are:
o DOORIn the " DOOR " position, the interior courtesy
light comes on when any door is opened regard-
less of the ignition key position. The light goes
out gradually 6 seconds after the door is closed.
o ONIn the "ON" position, the light stays on at all
times.
o OFFIn the "OFF" position, the light stays off at all
times even though a door is open.
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SPECTACLE CASE (If Installed)
HSM170
The spectacle case is located on the front
overhead console.
Push the end of the cover to open the spectacle
case.
WARNING:Do not open the spectacle case while the
vehicle is moving. The rear view mirror of
the vehicle can be blocked by an open
spectacle case.With Sunroof Without Sunroof
3. Insert the hexagonal head wrench provided
with the vehicle into the socket. This wrench
can be found in the vehicle's glove box.
4. Turn the wrench clockwise to open or coun-
terclockwise to close.
B480B01O-AATMAP LIGHT
Push in the map light switch to turn the light on
or off. This light produces a spot beam for
convenient use as a map light at night or as a
personal light for the driver and the passenger.
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B500A01S-AATGLOVE BOX
WARNING:
To avoid the possibility of injury in case of
an accident or a sudden stop, the glove box
door should be kept closed when the car is
in motion.
o To open the glove box, pull on the glove box
release lever.
o The glove box door can be locked (and
unlocked) with the key (If installed).
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UNLOCKLOCK
CAUTION:If the mirror control is jammed with ice, do
not attempt to break it free using the control
handle or by manipulating the face of the
mirror. Use an approved spray de-icer (not
radiator antifreeze) to release the frozen
mechanism or move the vehicle to a warm
place and allow the ice to melt.
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B510B01Y-AAT
Electric Type (If installed)
B510A01A-AATOUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
Manual Type
The outside rearview mirrors are equipped with
a remote control for your convenience. It is
operated by the control lever in the bottom front
corner of the window.
Before driving away, always check that your
mirrors are positioned so you can see behind
you, both to the left and right sides, as well as
directly behind your vehicle. When using the
mirror, always exercise caution when attempt-
ing to judge the distance of vehicles behind or
along side of you.
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B530A01A-AATPARKING BRAKE
Always engage the parking brake before leav-
ing the car. This also turns on the parking brake
indicator light when the key is in the "ON" or
"START" position. Before driving away, be sure
that the parking brake is fully released and the
indicator 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 and
press the thumb button. Then, while holding
the button in, lower the brake lever.
B540A01O-AATTAIL GATE
WARNING:
The tail gate should always be kept com-
pletely closed while the vehicle is in motion.
If it is left open or ajar, poisonous exhaust
gases may enter the car resulting in serious
illness or death to the occupants. See addi-
tional warnings concerning exhaust gases
on page 2-2.
o The tail gate is opened by first turning the key
clockwise to release the lock, then raising
the door manually.
o To close, lower the door, then press down on
it until it locks. To be sure the door is securely
fastened, always try to pull it up again.
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B540B02O-AATTail gate Window
o When you push the tail gate window release
button to open the tail gate window, it will
spring up slightly.
Raise the tail gate window. The window will
raise completly by itself after it has been
raised halfway.
o To close the tail gate window, lower the tail
gate window, and it will close by itself.
To be sure the tail gate window is securely
fastened, always try to pull it up again.
NOTE:The tail gate window lock is operated is in
connection with the tail gate lock. To open
the tail gate window make sure the tail gate
is unlocked with a key or the central door
locking switch.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 87
H260B03O-AAT1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob
The radio unit may be operated when the ignition
key is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Press the
knob to switch the power on. The LCD shows
the radio frequency in the radio mode or the CD
track indicator in the CD mode. To switch the
power off, press the knob again.
VOLUME Control
Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the
volume and turn the knob counterclockwise to
reduce the volume.
BALANCE Control
Pull and turn the control knob clockwise to
emphasize right speaker sound. (Left speaker
sound will be attenuated.) When the control
knob is turned counterclockwise, left speaker
sound will be emphasized. (Right speaker sound
will be attenuated.)
2. FAD (Fader Control) Knob
Turn the control knob counterclockwise to
emphasize front speaker sound. (Rear speaker
sound will be attenuated.) When the control
knob is turned clockwise, rear speaker sound
will be emphasized. (Front speaker sound will
be attenuated.)
3. BASS Control Knob
Press to pop the knob out and turn to the left or
right for the desired bass tone.
TREB (Treble Control) Knob
Pull the bass control knob further out.
Turn to the left or right for the desired treble tone.
4. SCAN Button
When the scan button is pressed, the frequency
will increase and the receivable stations will be
tuned in one after another, receiving each sta-
tion for 5 seconds. To stop scanning, press the
scan button again.
5. TUNE (Manual) Select Button
Press the ( ) side or ( ) side to increase or to
decrease the frequency. Press either button
and hold down to continuously scroll.
Release button once the desired station is
reached.
SEEK Operation
(Automatic Channel Selection)
Press the TUNE select button for 0.5 sec or
more. Releasing it will automatically tune to the
next available station with a beep sound.
When the ( ) side is pressed longer than 0.5
second, releasing will automatically tune to the
next higher frequency and when the ( ) side is
pressed longer than 0.5 second, releasing will
automatically tune to the next lower frequency.
6. BAND Selector
Pressing the button changes the AM, FM1
and FM2 bands. The mode selected is dis-
played on LCD.
7. PRESET STATION SELECT Button
Six (6) stations for AM, FM or FM2 respectively
can be preset in the electronic memory circuit
on this unit.
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2. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
Before Starting the Engine ............................................................... 2-3
Key Positions ................................................................................... 2-4
Starting ............................................................................................. 2-5
Operating the Manual Transaxle ...................................................... 2-5
Automatic Transaxle ........................................................................ 2-7
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................................... 2-10
Brake Traction Control System (BTCS) ........................................ 2-11
Full Traction Control System (FTCS) ............................................. 2-12
Full-Time 4WD Operation ............................................................... 2-13
Limited-Slip Differential ................................................................... 2-15
Good Braking Practices ................................................................. 2-15
Driving for Economy ...................................................................... 2-16
Winter Driving ................................................................................. 2-17
Trailer or Vehicle Towing ................................................................ 2-19
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 3
!!WARNING:o The 2WD Santa Fe is not designed for
off-road use. The 4WD Santa Fe is de-
signed primarily for use on paved roads.
However, occasional use in off-highway
conditions such as established unpaved
roads and non-challenging off-road
trails is allowed. The 4WD Santa Fe is not
designed for blazing new trails, chal-
lenging off-road conditions, or unpaved
hill climbing. Exceeding the conditions
that were intended for the vehicle's pri-
mary design may result in injury or death.
o Utility vehicle has a significantly higher
collision rate than other type of vehicles.
o Utility vehicle have higher ground clear-
ance and a narrower track to make them
capable of performing in a wide variety
of off-road applications. Specific design
characteristics give them a higher center
of gravitiy than ordinary cars. An advan-
tage of the higher ground clearance is a
better view of the road allowing you to
anticipate problem. They are not de-
signed for cornering at the same speeds
as conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles
any more than low-slung sports cars are
designed to perform satisfactorily un-
der off-road conditions. If at all possible,
avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
As with other vehicles of this type, fail-
ure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
C020A01A-AATBEFORE 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 are
operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10.Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the "ON" position.
C030A01E-AATCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH
To Start 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 that 15
seconds.
NOTE:o For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully
(Manual Transaxle) or the shift lever is
not in "P" or "N" Position (Automatic
Transaxle).
o The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal
is disconnected from the battery. To
remove the key, always confirm that the
shift lever is securely positioned in "P"
(Park) (For Automatic Transaxle)
o For additional information about start-
ing, see page 2-5.
WARNING:o In a collision crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
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C040A01A-AATKEY POSITIONSC070C01A-AATTo remove the ignition key
CAUTION:
The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key cylinder
while the car is in motion. The steering
wheel is locked by removing the key.
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, radio and
other accessories may be operated. If you open
the driver's door with the key in the "ACC" or
"LOCK" position, the chime will sound to remind
you that the key should be removed.
o "LOCK"
The key can be removed or inserted in this
position. Steering is locked by removing the
key. When unlocking the steering, insert the
key, and then turn the steering wheel and key
simultaneously.1. Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position.
2. Simultaneously push and turn the ignition
key counterclockwise from the "ACC" posi-
tion to the "LOCK" position.
3. The key can be removed in the "LOCK"
position.
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LOCKACC
ON
STARTLOCKACC
ON
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C050A01A-AATSTARTING
WARNING:
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area any longer than is needed to
move your car in or out of the area. The
carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless
and can cause serious injury or death.
C050B01A-AATNormal Conditions:
The Starting Procedure:
1. Insert key, and fasten the seat belt.
2. Depress the clutch pedal fully and place the
gearshift lever (manual transaxle) in neutral
or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in
"P" (park) position.
3. After turning the ignition key to the "ON"
position, make certain all warning lights and
gauges are functioning properly before start-
ing the engine.
WARNING:Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed
when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.
Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle
will not start unless the clutch pedal is fully
depressed. On a manual transaxle equipped
vehicle that can be started without de-
pressing the clutch, there is the potential to
cause damage to the vehicle or injury to
someone inside or outside the vehicle as a
result of the forward or backward move-
ment of the vehicle that will occur if the
clutch is not depressed when the vehicle is
started.4. Turn the ignition key to the "Start" position
and release it when the engine starts.
After the engine has started, allow the engine
to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing
the vehicle in gear.
The starter should not be operated for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 15-30 sec-
onds between starting attempts to protect
the starter from overheating.
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C070A01A-AATOPERATING THE MANUAL
TRANSAXLE
Your Hyundai's manual transaxle has a con-
ventional shift pattern. This shift pattern is im-
printed on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully
synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to
either a higher or a lower gear is easily accom-
plished.
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