Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Owners Manual

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI80
PARKING BRAKEB530A01A-AATAlways engage the parking brake before leav-
ing the vehicle. 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.
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TAIL GATEB540A01FC-AAT
B540A01Oo The tail gate can be locked or unlocked with
a key.
o To open the tail gate, you need to unlock,
press the lever of the outside handle, and
then raise it.
o To close, lower the tail gate, then press down
on it until it is closed. To be sure the tail gate
is fully closed, try to pull it up again without
using the outside handle.
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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.

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
81
B540B02O-AATTail gate Window
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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, 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.
B540C01HP-GATLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTLuggage compartment light has a 3-position
switch. The three positions are:
o In the "MIDDLE" position, the luggage com-
partment light comes on when the tail gate is
opened, then goes out when it is closed.
o In the "ON" position, the light stays on at all
times.
o In the "OFF" position, the light stays off at all
times.
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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
B640A01S-AATCARGO SECURITY SCREEN
(If installed)
B640A01O
To use the security screen, pull it out of the
retractor and hook it to the anchors as illus-
trated.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI82
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the goods or the
vehicle, care should be taken when carrying
fragile or bulky objects in the luggage com-
partment.
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WARNING:
Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch. The
luggage net ALWAYS keep your face and
body out of its recoil path. DO NOT use
when the luggage net straps have visible
signs of wear or damage.
B540D02O-AATLUGGAGE NET (If installed)When loading the objects in the luggage com-
partment, use the four rings located in the
luggage compartment to attach the luggage net
as shown illustration. This will help prevent the
objects from sliding.
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Stowage Precautions1. Do not place objects on the cargo security
screen. Such objects may be thrown about
inside the vehicle and possibly injure vehicle
occupants during an accident or when brak-
ing.
2. For better fuel economy, do not carry unnec-
essary weight.
3. Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage
compartment. It is designed for luggage
only.
4. Try to maintain the balance of the vehicle and
locate the weight as far forward as possible.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
83
ROOF RACKB630A02O-AAT(If installed)If your Hyundai has a roof rack, you can load
things on top of your vehicle. Crossrails and
fixing components to adapt the roof rack on your
vehicle may be obtained from an authorized
Hyundai dealer.
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CAUTION:
o The following specifications are recom-
mended when loading cargo or luggage.
75 lbs (34 kg) Evenly
Distributed
o Loading cargo or luggage above 75 lbs
(34 kg) on the roof rack may damage your
vehicle.
When you carry large objects, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides of
your vehicle.
o To prevent damage or loss of cargo as
you are driving, check frequently to make
sure the luggage carrier and cargo are
still securely fastened.
o Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
o To use the roof rails as a roof rack, you
must fit the roof rails with two or more
crossrails or equivalent before carrying
cargo or luggage on the roof.
o Loading cargo or luggage exceeding the
specification on the roof rack may re-
duce the stability of your vehicle.
o In case a sunroof is installed, do not
position roof rack loads that could inter-
fere with opening of the sunroof.ROOF RACK!
HIGH-MOUNTED REAR STOP LIGHTB550A01A-AAT(If installed)In addition to the lower-mounted rear stoplights
on either side of the car, the high mounted rear
stoplight in the center of the rear window also
lights when the brakes are applied.
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1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI84
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WARNING:
o The fuel cap must be tightened until cap
clicks, otherwise " " light will
illuminate.
o Gasoline vapors are dangerous. Before
refueling, always stop the engine and
never allow sparks or open flames near
the filler area. If you need to replace the
filler cap, use a genuine Hyundai re-
placement part.
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REMOTE FUEL-FILLER LID RELEASE
AUTO FUEL CUT SWITCH!
B560B01O-AATThe auto fuel cut switch is located on the driver's
side of the engine compartment.
In the event of a collision or sudden impact, the
auto fuel cut device cuts off the fuel supply. If this
device is activated, it must be reset by pressing
in on the top of the switch before the engine can
be restarted.
WARNING:
Before resetting the auto fuel cut switch,
the fuel line should be checked for fuel
leaks.
B560B01O
B560A02JM-AATThe fuel-filler lid may be opened from inside the
vehicle by pulling up on the fuel-filler lid opener
located on the front floor area on the left side of
the vehicle.NOTE:If the fuel-filler lid will not open because ice
has formed around it, tap lightly or push on
the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do
not pry on the lid. If necessary, spray around
the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do
not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the
vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to
melt.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
85
HOOD RELEASEB570A01L-GAT1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood.
WARNING:
o If you open the fuel filler cap during high
ambient temperatures, a slight "pres-
sure sound" may be heard. This is nor-
mal and not a cause for concern.
Whenever you open the fuel filler cap,
turn it slowly.
o Make sure the fuel filler cap is replaced
and securely seated after fueling. Failure
to replace or fully seat the fuel filler cap
will result in fuel vapors escaping into
the atmosphere and the check engine
" " indicator illuminating.
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o Automotive fuels are flammable/explo-
sive materials. When refueling, please
note the following guidelines carefully.
- Before touching the fuel nozzle or
fuel filler cap, have one's hands in
contact with metal parts away from
the filler neck to discharge static elec-
tricity.
- Do not get back in the vehicle while
refueling. Do not operate anything
that can produce static electricity.
Static electricity discharge can ignite
fuel vapors resulting in explosion.
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WARNING:
- When using a portable fuel container
be sure to place the container on the
ground while refueling. Static elec-
tricity discharge from the container
can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
While starting refueling contact
should be maintained until the filling
is complete.
- Do not use cellular phones around a
gas station. The electric current or
electronic interference from cellular
phones can ignite fuel vapors caus-
ing a fire.
- When refueling always shut the en-
gine off. Sparks by electrical equip-
ment of the engine can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. After refueling,
check to make sure the fuel filler cap
is securely closed, and then start the
engine.
- Do not smoke or try to light cigarettes
around a gas station. Automotive
fuels are flammable.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI86
SUN VISOR
FLOOR MAT ANCHOR
B580A01O-AATYour Hyundai is equipped with sun visors to give
the driver and front passenger either frontal or
sideward shade. To reduce glare or to shut out
direct rays of the sun, turn the sun visor down.
A ticket holder is provided on the front of the
sunvisor for the driver. Vanity mirrors are pro-
vided on the back of the sun visor for the driver
and front passenger.NOTE:The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
label containing useful information can be
found in the front of each sun visor.
B580A01O
Vanity mirror
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B571A03Y-AATWhen using a floor mat on the front floor carpet,
make sure it attaches to the floor mat anchor in
your vehicle. This keeps the floor mat from
sliding forward.
WARNING:
o Make sure the floor mat is properly placed
on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips
and interferes with the movement of the
pedals during driving, it may cause an
accident.
o Don't put an additional floor mat on the
top of the anchored floor mat, otherwise
the additional mat may slide forward and
interfere with the movement of the ped-
als.
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WARNING:
o Always double check to be sure that the
hood is firmly latched before driving
away. If it is not latched, the hood could
open while the vehicle is being driven,
causing a total loss of visibility, which
might result in an accident.
o Do not move the vehicle with the hood
in the raised position, as vision is ob-
structed and the hood could fall or be
damaged. 2. Push the secondary latch lever up and lift the
hood.
3. Raise the hood by hand.
B570A03O
When closing the hood, slowly close the hood
and make sure it locks into place.
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Ticket holder

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
87
STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER!
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever upward and hold it to unlock.
2. Raise or lower the steering wheel to the
desired position.
3. After adjustment, release the lever.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel
while driving as this may result in loss of
control of the vehicle and serious injury or
death.
B580B01O-AATIlluminated Vanity Mirror (If installed)Opening the lid of the vanity mirror will automati-
cally turn on the mirror light when the multi-
function switch is turned to the first/second
position.
B600A02Y-AAT
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WARNING:
Do not place the sun visor in such a manner
that it obscures visibility of the roadway,
traffic or other objects.
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SUN VISOR EXTENDERYour vehicle is equipped with sun visor extend-
ers that may be used when the visor is in the side
glass position.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI88
REAR SEAT ARM REST
HORN
B611A01Y-AATThis arm rest is located in the center of the rear
seat back.
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B610A01L-GATPress the pad on the steering wheel to sound the
horn.
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FRONT DOOR EDGE WARNING
LIGHTB620A01S-AATA red light comes on when the front door is
opened. The purpose of this light is to assist
when you get in or out and also to warn passing
vehicles.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
89
B660B04O-AATTo Set the Cruise Speed
1. Push the cruise control ON/OFF switch.
The "CRUISE" indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate. This turns the
system on.
2. Accelerate to desired cruising speed above
25 mph (40 km/h).
CRUISE CONTROLB660A01S-AAT(If installed)The cruise control system provides automatic
speed control for your comfort when driving on
freeways, toll roads, or other noncongested
highways. This system is designed to function
above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
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3. Push the "SET" (COAST) switch after you
have set the vehicle speed at the desired
speed. The "SET" indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate.
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal
and the desired speed will automatically be
maintained.
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5. To momently increase speed, temporarily
depress the accelerator pedal enough for
the vehicle to exceed the preset speed.
When you remove your foot from the accel-
erator pedal, the vehicle will return to the
speed you have set.NOTE:If the vehicle speed decreases more than 12
mph (20 km/h) below the set speed or
decreases below 25 mph (40 km/h), the
cruise control system will automatically
cancel the set speed.