snow chains Hyundai Santa Fe 2007 Owner's Manual

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WARNING:
ABS (ESC) will not prevent accidents
due to improper or dangerous driving
maneuvers. Even though vehicle con-
trol is improved during emergency brak-
ing, always maintain a safe distance
between you and objects ahead. Vehicle
speeds should always be reduced dur-
ing extreme road conditions.
The braking distance for cars equipped
with an anti-lock braking system (Elec-
tronic Stability Control System) may be
longer than for those without it in the
following road conditions.
During these conditions the vehicle
should be driven at reduced speeds:
o Rough, gravel or snow-covered
roads.
o With tire chains installed.
o On roads where the road surface is
pitted or has different surface height.
The safety features of an ABS (ESC)
equipped vehicle should not be tested by
high speed driving or cornering. This
could endanger the safety of yourself or
others.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)C120A01NF-AATThe Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is de-
signed to prevent wheel lock-up during
sudden braking or on hazardous road
surfaces. The ABS control module moni-
tors the wheel speed and controls the
pressure applied to each brake. Thus, in
emergency situations or on slick roads,
ABS will increase vehicle control during
braking.NOTE:o 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
Control) is functioning properly.
o During ABS (ESC) operation, a pulsa-
tion may be felt in the brake pedal
when the brakes are applied. Also, a
noise may be heard in the engine
compartment while braking. These
conditions are normal and indicate
that the anti-lock brake system (Elec-
tronic Stability Control System) is
functioning properly.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEMC310A04JM-AAT(If installed)
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WARNING:
Never drive too fast for the road condi-
tions or too quickly when cornering. Elec-
tronic stability control (ESC) will not pre-
vent accidents. Excessive speed in
turns, abrupt maneuvers and hydroplan-
ing on wet surfaces can still result in
serious accidents. Only a safe and at-
tentive driver can prevent accidents by
avoiding maneuvers that cause the ve-
hicle to lose traction. Even with ESC
installed, always follow all the normal
precautions for driving - including driv-
ing at safe speeds for the conditions.

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CAUTION:
If one of the front or rear wheels begins
to spin in mud, snow, etc., the vehicle can
sometimes be driven out by depressing
the accelerator pedal further; however,
avoid running the engine continuously at
high rpm because doing so could dam-
age the AWD system. (10)When using tire chains, always at-
tach them to the four wheels. In some
unavoidable circumstances, install
them on only the front wheels, not the
rear wheels.
(11) If the front or rear wheels get stuck in
the mud, do not spin them recklessly.
The AWD system could be damaged.
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WARNING:
o Avoid high cornering speeds.
o Do not make quick steering wheel
movements, such as sharp lane
charges or fast, sharp turns.
o The risk of rollover is greatly in-
creased if you lose control of your
vehicle at highway speeds.
o While the full-time AWD vehicle is
being raised on a jack, never start the
engine or cause the tires to rotate.
There is danger that rotating tires
touching the ground could cause the
vehicle to go off the jack and to jump
forward.
o In a collision, an unbelted person is
signicantly more likely to be seriously
injured or killed than a person wearing
a seat belt.
o Loss of control may occurs if two or
more wheels drop off the roadway
and the driver oversteers to reenter
the roadway.
o In the event your vehicle leaves the
roadway, do not steer sharply. Instead,
slow down before pulling back into the
travel lanes.
AWD LOCK SYSTEMC360A01CM-AAT(With Electronic Control AWD)
(If installed)
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Type AType B

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It should be noted that installing tire chains
on the tire will provide a greater driving
force, but will not prevent side skids.NOTE:o Tire chains are not legal in all states.
Check state laws before fitting tire
chains.
o When using tire chains, attach them
to the drive wheels as follows.
2WD : Front wheels
AWD : All four wheels
In some unavoidable circumstances,
install them on only the front wheels,
not the rear wheels.
C160A01A-AATThe more severe weather conditions of
winter result in greater wear and other
problems. To minimize the problems of
winter driving, you should follow these
suggestions:C160B01CM-AATSnowy or Icy ConditionsTo drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may
be necessary to use snow tires or to install
tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are
needed, it is necessary to select tires
equivalent in size and type of the original
equipment tires. Failure to do so may ad-
versely affect the safety and handling of
your car. Furthermore, speeding, rapid
acceleration, sudden brake applications,
and sharp turns are potentially very haz-
ardous practices.
During deceleration, use engine braking
to the fullest extent. Sudden brake applica-
tions on snowy or icy roads may cause
skids to occur. You need to keep sufficient
distance between the vehicle in operation
in front and your vehicle. Also, apply the
brake gently.WINTER DRIVING
SMOOTH CORNERINGC150A01A-AATAvoid braking or gear changing in corners,
especially when roads are wet. Ideally,
corners should always be taken under
gentle acceleration. If you follow these
suggestions, tire wear will be held to a
minimum.

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!HIGHER SPEED MOTORINGC170A02A-AATPre-Trip Inspections1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to speci-
fication. Low tire inflation pressures will
result in overheating and possible failure
of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which
may result in reduced traction or tire fail-
ure.NOTE:Never exceed the maximum tire infla-
tion pressure shown on the tires.
C160K01A-AATCarry Emergency EquipmentDepending on the severity of the weather
where you drive your car, you should carry
appropriate emergency equipment. Some
of the items you may want to carry include
tire chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight,
emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper
cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground
cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.C160J01A-AATDon't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
UnderneathUnder some conditions, snow and ice can
build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in severe
winter conditions where this may happen,
you should periodically check underneath
the car to be sure the movement of the front
wheels and the steering components is
not obstructed.
WARNING:
o Underinflated or overinflated tires can
cause poor handling, loss of vehicle
control, and sudden tire failure lead-
ing to accidents, injuries, and even
death. Always check tires are prop-
erly inflated before driving. Refer to
pages 2-31 and 8-3 for proper tire
pressures and further information.
C160H02A-AATUse Approved Window Washer Anti-
Freeze in SystemTo keep the water in the window washer
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the con-
tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is avail-
able from Hyundai dealers and most auto
parts outlets. Do not use engine coolant or
other types of anti-freeze as these may
damage the paint finish.C160I01A-AATDon't Let Your Parking Brake FreezeUnder some conditions your parking brake
can freeze in the engaged position. This is
most likely to happen when there is an
accumulation of snow or ice around or
near the rear brakes or if the brakes are
wet. If there is a risk the parking brake may
freeze, apply it only temporarily while you
put the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-
matic) or in first or reverse gear (manual
transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the
car cannot roll. Then release the parking
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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4. As the temporary spare tire is spe-
cifically designed for your vehicle, it
should not be used on any other
vehicle.
5. The temporary spare tire should not
be used on any other wheels, nor
should standard tires, snow tires,
wheel covers or trim rings be used
with the temporary spare wheel. If
such use is attempted, damage to
these items or other car components
may occur.
6. The temporary spare tire pressure
should be checked once a month
while the tire is stored.
SPARE TIRE2. The spare tire should only be used
temporarily and should be returned
to the spare tire carrier as soon as
the original tire can be repaired or
replaced.
3. Continuous use at speeds of over 50
mph (80 km/h) is not recommended.D040A01CM-AATTemporary Spare Tire
The following instructions for the tem-
porary spare tire should be observed:
1. Check inflation pressure as soon as
practical after installing the spare
tire, and adjust to the specified pres-
sure. The tire pressure should be
periodically checked and maintained
at the specified pressure while the
tire is stored.
Spare Tire Pressure
CAUTION:
o Do not use snow chains with your
temporary spare tire.
o Do not use more than one tempo-
rary spare tire at a time.
o Do not tow a trailer while the tem-
porary spare tire is installed.Tire Size
Inflation PressureT165/90R17
60 psi (420 kPa)
WARNING:
The temporary spare tire is for emer-
gency use only. Do not operate your
vehicle on this temporary spare at
speeds over 50 mph (80 km/h). The
original tire should be repaired or
replaced as soon as is possible to
avoid failure of the spare possibly
leading to personal injury or death.
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............................. 8-2
Engine Number ............................................................. 8-2
Tire Information ............................................................. 8-3
Recommended Inflation Pressures ............................... 8-3
Tire Sidewall Labeling ................................................... 8-6
Tire Terminology and Definitions ................................... 8-8
Snow Tires..................................................................8-10
Tire Chains ..................................................................8-10
Tire Rotation................................................................8-11
Tire Balancing.............................................................8-12
Tire Traction................................................................8-12
When to Replace Tires ...............................................8-12
Tire Aging....................................................................8-13
Tire Maintenance........................................................8-13
Spare Tire and Tools ...................................................8-14
Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle..........................8-15
Consumer Information.................................................8-15
Reporting Safety Defects............................................8-17
Binding Arbitration of Warranty Claims (U.S.A Only) .. 8-18
CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING
SAFETY DEFECTS & BINDING
ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS
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I050A01CM-AATTire Chains
When using tire chains, attach them to
the drive wheels as follows.
2WD : Front wheels
AWD : All four wheels
In some unavoidable circumstances,
install them on only the front wheels,
not the rear wheels.
Be sure that the chains are installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's in-
structions.
To minimize tire and chain wear, do not
continue to use tire chains when they
are no longer needed.
I040A01O-AATSnow Tires
If you equip your car with snow tires,
they should be the same size and have
the same load capacity as the original
tires. Snow tires should be installed on
all four wheels; otherwise, poor han-
dling may result.
Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28 kPa)
more air pressure than the pressure
recommended for the standard tires on
the tire label on the driver's side of the
center pillar , or up to the maximum
pressure shown on the tire sidewall
whichever is less.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph (120
km/h) when your car is equipped with
snow tires.
I040B01JM-AATAll Season Tires
Hyundai specifies all season tires on
some models to provide good perfor-
mance for use all year round, including
snowy and icy road conditions. All sea-
son tires are identified by ALL SEASON
and/or M+S (Mud and Snow) on the tire
sidewall. Snow tires have better snow
traction than all season tires an may be
more appropriate in some areas.I040C01JM-AATSummer Tires
Hyundai specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance
is substantrally reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire trac-
tion rating M+S (Mud and Snow) on the
tire side wall. if you plan to operate your
vehicle in snowy or icy conditions.
Hyundai recommends the use of snow
tires or all season tires on all four wheels.

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WARNING:
o When driving on roads covered
with snow or ice, drive at less than
20 mph.
o Use the SAE "S" class or wire &
plastic chains.
o Don't use a tire chains on a vehicle
equipped with aluminium wheels
to prevent damage to the wheel
finish. If it is unavoidable, use
wire type chains.
o Use wire chains less than 15mm to
prevent damage to the chain's
connection.
o If you hear noise caused by chains
contacting the body, retighten the
chains to avoid contact with the
vehicle body.
o To prevent body damage, retighten
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6
miles.
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I060A02A-AATTire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500
miles (12,000 km). If you notice that
tires are wearing unevenly between ro-
tations, have the car checked by a
Hyundai dealer so the cause may be
corrected.
After rotating, adjust the tire pressures
and be sure to check the wheel nut
torque.WARNING:
o Do not use the temporary spare
tire for tire rotation.
o Do not mix bias ply and radial ply
tires under any circumstances.
This may cause unusual handling
characteristics that could result in
death, serious injury, or property
damage.
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INDEX
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S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-16
Rear..............................................................................................1-22
Seat warmer .................................................................................1-22
Seat Belts
3-point system.............................................................................1-31
Pretensioner seat belt ..................................................................1-41
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-30
Care of seat belts .........................................................................1-29
Precautions..................................................................................1-27
Shop Manual ......................................................................................8-14
Sound
Brake pad warning sound ............................................................1-70
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-72
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-7
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ...............................................................1-118
Stereo Sound System ....................................................................1-144
Sunglass Holder ................................................................................1-94
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-89
Sun Visor........................................................................................1-116
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-72
Tail Gate.........................................................................................1-109
Theft-Alarm System..........................................................................1-11
Ticket Holder..................................................................................1-118
Tires
Aging .............................................................................................8-13
Balancing......................................................................................8-12Chains..........................................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire .......................................................................3-12
If you have a flat tire .....................................................................3-12
Information...................................................................................... 8-3
Maintenance.................................................................................8-13
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-12
Rotation........................................................................................8-11
Sidewall Labeling............................................................................ 8-6
Snow tires.....................................................................................8-10
Spare tire......................................................................................3-10
Terminology and Definition ............................................................ 8-8
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................................... 3-5
Traction........................................................................................8-12
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle)......................................................................2-27
Emergency...................................................................................3-20
If your car must be towed ............................................................3-18
Trailer Connector..............................................................................2-31
Transaxle
Automatic......................................................................................2-10
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-12
Manual............................................................................................ 2-7
Manual transaxle oil checking.....................................................6-11
Trip Computer...................................................................................1-74
V
Vehicle Identification Number............................................................. 8-2
Vechcle Load Limit ............................................................................2-32