Hyundai Santa Fe 2009 Owners Manual

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI80
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OCM052300
Rain Sensor
If the ignition switch is turned "ON" when
the wiper switch is set in "AUTO" mode, or
the wiper switch is set in "AUTO" mode
when the ignition switch is "ON", or the
speed control knob is turned upward when
the wiper switch is in "AUTO" mode, the
wiper will operate once to perform a self-
check of the system. Set the wiper to the
"OFF" position when the wiper is not in use.NOTE:If there is heavy accumulation of snow or
ice on the windshield glass, there will be
a 10 minute waiting period prior to the
operation of the automatic windshield
wipers system.
WARNING:
When the ignition switch is on and the
windshield wiper switch is placed in the
"AUTO" mode, please use caution to
avoid any hand injury:
The wiper system may automatically
activate. The fingers or hand might be
caught in the wiper.
o Do not touch the upper end of the wind-
shield glass facing the rain sensor.
o Do not wipe the upper end of the wind-
shield glass with a cloth.
o Do not put pressure on the windshield
glass.
B350B02CM-AATAuto Wiper Operation (If Installed)
OCM027071AOCM028071
Type A
Type BWhen the windshield wiper switch is placed
in the "AUTO" position, the rain sensor
located on the upper end of windshield
glass senses the amount of rainfall and
controls for the appropriate length of the
intervals between wipes appropriately.

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Mist Wiper Operation
OCM027074A
When the washer lever is operated, the
wipers automatically make two passes
across the windshield. The washer contin-
ues to operate until the lever is released.NOTE:o Do not operate the washer more than
15 seconds at a time or when the
washer fluid reservoir is empty.
o In icy or freezing weather, be sure the
wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass prior to operating the wipers.
o In areas where water freezes in win-
ter, use windshield washer fluid ap-
propriate for cold weather.
If a single wipe is desired in mist, push the
windshield wiper and washer control lever
upwards.
OCM028070
Type A
Type B
B350B02O-GATWindshield Washer OperationTo use the windshield washer, pull the
wiper/washer lever toward the steering
wheel.
OCM027069AOCM028069
Type A
Type B

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI82
B390A02CM-GATRear Window Wiper and Washer
(if installed)
OCM027073A
: Wash with brief wipes
ON : Normal wiper operation
OFF : Wiper is not in operation
: Spraying washer fluid and wiping
NOTE:Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 15 seconds or when the
fluid reservoir is empty; this could dam-
age the system. Do not operate the wiper
when the window is dry; this can result in
scratching as well as premature wiper
blade wear. For the same reason, do not
operate the washer when the washer
fluid reservoir is empty.
OCM028073
Type B Type A
OCM028072
Type BB350C01CM-AATAdjustable Intermittent Wiper
Operation (if installed)
OCM027072A
Type ATo use the intermittent wiper feature, place
the wiper switch in the "INT" position.
With the switch in this position, the interval
between wipes can be varied by turning
the interval adjuster barrel.Turn the switch to desired position to oper-
ate the rear wiper and washer.

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OCM052075N
HAZARD WARNING SYSTEMB370A01A-AATThe hazard warning system should be
used whenever you find it necessary to
stop the car in a hazardous location. When
you must make such an emergency stop,
always pull off the road as far as possible.
The hazard warning lights are turned on by
pushing in the hazard switch. This causes
all turn signal lights to blink. The hazard
warning lights will operate even though
the key is not in the ignition.
To turn the hazard warning lights off, push
the switch a second time.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
SWITCHB380A01CM-AATThe rear window defroster and heated
outside rear view mirrors are turned on by
pushing in the switch when the engine is
running. At the same time, the rear window
defroster indicator light on the switch is
turned on. To turn the defroster off, push
the switch a second time. The rear window
defroster automatically turns itself off after
about 20 minutes. To restart the defroster
cycle, push in on the switch again after it
has turned itself off.
OCM052080N
OCM052074
FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCHB360A01CM-AAT(If installed)To turn on the front fog lights, push the
switch in the "ON" position. They will light
when the headlight switch is in the second
position.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI84
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT
CONTROL (RHEOSTAT)B410A01A-AATThe instrument panel lights can be made
brighter or dimmer by turning the instru-
ment panel light control knob.
OCM052056
DIGITAL CLOCKB400A01NF-GATThere are three control buttons for the
digital clock. Their functions are:
H- Push "H" to advance the hour indi-
cated.
M- Push "M" to advance the minute indi-
cated.
R- Push "R" to reset minutes to ":00" to
facilitate resetting the clock to the
correct time. When this is done:
Pressing "R" between 11 : 01 and 11
: 29 changes the readout to 11 : 00.
Pressing "R" between 11 : 30 and 11
: 59 changes the readout to 12 : 00.
Push the "R" button for 5 seconds to
display a 12 or 24-hour clock.
OCM052116A
CAUTION:
Do not clean the inner side of the rear
window glass with an abrasive type of
glass cleaner or use a scraper to re-
move foreign deposits from the inner
surface of the glass as this may cause
damage to the defroster elements.
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NOTE:Use the rear window defroster only when
the engine is running.Front Windshield Deicer
(If Installed)If your vehicle is installed with the front
windshield deicer, it will be operating at
the same time when you operate the rear
window defroster.
This function helps release stuck wind-
shield wipers, especially in winter time
and cold regions.Outside Rearview Mirror Heater
(If Installed)If your vehicle is installed with the outside
rearview mirror heater, it will operate at the
same time when you operate the rear
window defroster.

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B420A02A-AATFor 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 dam-
age 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.
OCM052120
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
CAUTION:
Do not use electric accessories or equip-
ment other than the Hyundai genuine
parts in this socket.
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HHR2098A
ASHTRAYB430A01CM-AATFront AshtrayThe front ashtray may be opened by push-
ing and releasing the ashtray lid. To re-
move the ashtray to empty or clean it, lift the
ashtray upward and pull it out.
OCM052127

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CAUTION:
o Use the power outlets only when the
engine is running. Remove the plug
from the power outlet after using the
electric device. Using the power out-
lets when the engine stops or keeping
the electric device plugged in for many
hours may cause the battery to dis-
charge.
o Do not use the power outlet to connect
electric accessories or equipment
that are not designed to operate on 12
volts.
o Some electronic devices can cause
electronic interference when plugged
into the power outlet. These devices
may cause excessive audio noise
and malfunctions in other electronic
systems or devices in your vehicle. The power outlets are designed to provide
power for mobile telephones or other de-
vices designed to operate with vehicle
electrical systems. The devices should
draw less than 10 amps with the engine
running.
OCM052123
POWER OUTLETSB500D01TG-AAT
OCM052121OCM052122L
(If installed)
(If installed)

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B505A01CM-AATAC Inverter (If installed)
OCM052124A
CAUTION:
o When not using the AC Inverter, make
sure that the switch is turned off, and
is closed the AC Inverter cover.
o Only use when the engine is running,
and remove the plug from the AC
Inverter after using the accessory.
Using when the engine is not running
or leaving the accessory plugged in
for long time may cause the battery to
discharge.
o Do not use the electric accessories
or equipment with maximum electric
power consumption greater than
150W (115VAC).
o Some electronic devices can cause
electronic interference when plugged
into the AC Inverter. These devices
may cause excessive audio noise
and malfunctions in other electronic
systems or devices used in your ve-
hicle.
o Do not use broken electric accesso-
ries or equipment, as they may dam-
age the AC Inverter and vehicle's elec-
trical system.
o Do not use two or more electric ac-
cessories or equipment at the same
time.
o When input voltage is under 11V, the
outlet LED and indicator will blink, and
will automatically turn off.
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These supply 115VAC/150W electric
power to operate electric accessories or
equipment when the key is in the "ON"
position or engine is running. The AC
Inverter is turned on by pushing in the
switch. To turn the AC Inverter off, push the
switch a second time.NOTE:When pushing the AC inverter switch,
the switch indicator illumination is de-
layed momentarily while the system
conducts a self-check.
OCM036305A

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI88
OCM052132
B450B01NF-GATRear Drink HolderThe rear drink holder for holding cups or
cans is located in the center of the rear seat
armrest.
OCM052131
DRINK HOLDERB450A01CM-AATFront Drink HolderThe front drink holder is located on the
main console.
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WARNING:
The AC Inverter can be dangerous! When
using the AC Inverter, carefully observe
the following precautions to avoid seri-
ous injuries.
o Do not use heated electric products
(coffeepot, toaster, heater, iron, etc.).
o Do not insert a foreign objects into or
touch the AC Inverter; you may get
shocked.
o Do not let children operate or touch
the AC Inverter.
o When not using the AC Inverter, close
the cover.

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WARNING:
o Use caution when using the drink hold-
ers. A spilled beverage that is very
hot can injure you or your passen-
gers. Spilled liquids can damage inte-
rior trim and electrical components.
o Do not place objects other than cups
or cans in the drink holder. These
objects can be thrown out in the event
of a sudden stop or an accident, pos-
sibly injuring the passengers in the
vehicle.
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CAUTION:
Place the drink holder in its closed posi-
tion when not in use.
SEATBACK POCKETB540B02E-AAT(If Installed)
OCM051022L
The seatback pockets for holding papers
are located on the backside of the front
seats.
!SUNROOFB460A03Y-AAT(If Installed)
Sun Shade
OCM051023L
Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding
sunshade which you can manually adjust
to let in light with the sunroof closed, or to
block sunlight.
WARNING:
Never adjust the sunshade while driv-
ing. This could result in loss of control
and an accident that may cause death,
serious injury, or property damage.
WARNING:
To avoid injury, do not place large or hard
objects in the seat back pockets.