catalytic converter Hyundai Santa Fe 2008 Owner's Manual

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI66
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B260H03A-AAT
Parking Brake/Low Brake
Fluid Level Warning Light
WARNING:
If you suspect brake trouble, have your
brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as
soon as possible. Driving your car with
a problem in either the brake electrical
system or brake hydraulic system is
dangerous, and could result in a serious
injury or death.Warning Light OperationThe parking brake/brake fluid level warn-
ing light should illuminate when the park-
ing brake is applied and the ignition switch
is turned to "ON" or "START". After the
engine is started, the light should go out
when the parking brake is released.
If the parking brake is not applied, the
warning light should illuminate when the
ignition switch is turned to "ON" or "START",
then go out when the engine starts. If the
light illuminate at any other time, you
should slow the vehicle and bring it to a
complete stop in a safe location off the
roadway.
B260M02A-AAT
Low Fuel Level Warning
Light
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The low fuel level warning light illuminates
when the fuel tank is approaching empty.
When it illuminates, you should add fuel as
soon as possible. Driving with the fuel
level warning light on or with the fuel level
below "E" can cause the engine to misfire
and damage the catalytic converter.The driver's seat belt warning light and
chime will activate to the following table
when the ignition switch is in "ON" position.
B265E02MC-AAT
Seat Belt Warning Light
and Chime
*1) Warning pattern repeats 11 times with
24 second. If the driver's seat belt is
buckled, the light will stop within 6
seconds and chime will stop immedi-
ately.
*2) The light will stop within 6 seconds and
chime will stop immediately.
Conditions Warning Pattern
Seat BeltVehicle SpeedLight-Blink Chime-SoundUnbuckled
Buckled
Buckled
→ →→ →
→ Unbuckled
UnbuckledAbove 6mph
(10 km/h)
↓
Below 3mph
(5 km/h)6 seconds
6 seconds
6 seconds *1)
↓Stop *2)
6 secondsNone

32WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT
START!
D010A01A-AAT
D010B02A-AATIf Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns
Over Slowly
D010C02Y-AATIf Engine Turns Over Normally but
Does Not Start1. Check fuel level.
2. With the key in the "OFF" position, check
all connectors at ignition, coil and spark
plugs. Reconnect any that may be dis-
connected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com-
partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call a
Hyundai dealer or seek other qualified
assistance.
D010D01CM-AATIf Engine Stalls While Driving1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your
vehicle will not start, contact a Hyundai
dealer or seek other qualified assis-
tance.If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad
and CrossingIf the engine stalls at a crossroad or cross-
ing, set the shift lever in the N (Neutral)
position and then push the vehicle to a safe
place.
WARNING:
If the engine will not start, do not push or
pull the car to start it. This could result in
a collision or cause other damage. In
addition, push or pull starting may cause
the catalytic converter to be overloaded
and create a fire hazard.
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1. If your car has an automatic transaxle,
be sure the gear selector lever is in "N"
or "P" and the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims
or goes out when you operate the starter,
the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it.
See instructions for "Jump Starting".

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Emission Control System ............................................. 7-2
Catalytic Converter ....................................................... 7-3
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
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H010D01A-AAT3. Exhaust Emission Control Sys-
temThe Exhaust Emission Control System is a
highly effective system which controls ex-
haust emissions while maintaining good
vehicle performace.Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)The purge control solenoid valve is con-
trolled by the Engine Control Module
(ECM); when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is low during idling, the PCSV closes
so that evaporated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms-up during
ordinary driving, the PCSV opens to intro-
duce evaporated fuel to the engine.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
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WARNING:
o Use unleaded fuel only.
o Maintain the engine in good operating
condition. Extremely high catalytic
converter temperatures can result
from improper operation of the elec-
trical, ignition or multiport electronic
fuel injection.
o If your engine stalls, pings, knocks, or
is hard to start, have your Hyundai
dealer inspect and repair the problem
as soon as possible.
o Avoid driving with a very low fuel level.
Running out of gasoline may cause
the engine to misfire and result in
damage to the catalytic converter.
o Avoid idling the engine for periods
longer than 10 minutes.
o The vehicle should not be pushed or
pulled to get started. This may cause
the catalytic converter to overheat
and create a fire hazard.
H020A01A-AATAll Hyundai vehicles are equipped with a
monolith type three-way catalytic converter
to reduce the carbon monoxide, hydrocar-
bons and nitrogen oxides contained in the
exhaust gas. Exhaust gases passing
through the catalytic converter cause it to
operate at a very high temperature. The
introduction of large amounts of unburned
gasoline into the exhaust may cause the
catalytic converter to overheat and create
a fire hazard. This risk may be reduced by
observing the following:
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS4
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o Do not touch the catalytic converter
or any other part of the exhaust sys-
tem while the catalytic converter is
hot. Shut off the engine, wait for at
least one hour before touching the
catalytic converter or any other part
of the exhaust system.
o Remember that your Hyundai dealer
is your best source of assistance.
o Do not stop your Hyundai over any
combustible material such as grass,
paper, leaves or rags. These materi-
als might contact the hot catalytic
converter and a fire might result.WARNING:
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INDEX
2
A
AC Inverter........................................................................................1-87
Air bag ...............................................................................................1-44
Air Cleaner Filter ...............................................................................6-16
Air Conditioning
Care..............................................................................................6-15
Operation.......................................................................... 1-132, 6-15
Switch........................................................................................1-132
Antenna..........................................................................................1-142
Ashtray..............................................................................................1-85
Audio System
Identifying your audio system ...................................................1-147
Controlling how your audio system sounds.............................1-148
Using general controls..............................................................1-151
Using FM/AM tuner controls .....................................................1-156
Using CD Player controls.........................................................1-159
Playing CDS, MP3 and WMA discs..........................................1-162
Using XM controls .....................................................................1-168
Using external controls.............................................................1-175
Using Rear Seat Entertainment(RSE) system controls..........1-172
Rear Seat Entertainment(RSE) system ...................................1-178
RSE control panel operation.....................................................1-185
Using the satellite radio .............................................................1-193
Using the remote controller ......................................................1-196
AWD Lock System ............................................................................2-20
B
Battery...............................................................................................6-20
Binding Arbitration.............................................................................8-18Brake
Anti-lock brake system ................................................................2-15
Electronic stability control (ESC) system...................................2-15
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-14
Fluid ..............................................................................................6-14
Practices......................................................................................2-21
Breaking-In your New Hyundai .......................................................... 1-3
Bulb Replacement.............................................................................6-24
C
California Perchlorate Notice ............................................................5-10
Care of Disc ...................................................................................1-146
Catalytic Converter............................................................................. 7-3
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ......................................................... 1-9
Child Restraint System.....................................................................1-33
Installing a Child Restraint Seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" System .....................................................1-35
Securing the Child Restraint Seat with the "LATCH" System ....1-37
Cigarette Lighter................................................................................1-85
Clock.................................................................................................1-84
Combination Light
Auto light.......................................................................................1-77
Headlight flasher..........................................................................1-77
Headlight switch...........................................................................1-76
High-beam switch........................................................................1-76
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-75
Parking light auto off .....................................................................1-76
Turn signal operation...................................................................1-75
Consumer Information......................................................................8-15
Conversation mirror..........................................................................1-95
Cooling Fans.....................................................................................6-22