trunk Hyundai Sonata

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Trunk Lid Emergency Latch ReleaseYour vehicle is equipped with a glow-in-
the dark emergency trunk release lever
located inside the trunk. It will glow after the
trunk is closed. When pulled, this lever will
release the trunk latch mechanism and
open the trunk.
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WARNING:
The trunk lid 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 and
serious illness or death may result. See
additional warnings concerning exhaust
gases on page 2-2.
TRUNK LIDB540A01S-AATRemote Trunk Lid ReleaseTo open the trunk lid, pull up the lid release
lever.
To close, lower the trunk lid, then press
down on it until it locks. To be sure the trunk
lid is securely fastened, always check by
trying to pull it up again.
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WARNING:
o If a person becomes locked in the
trunk, pull the emergency trunk
release lever of the inside panel in the
trunk to open the trunk lid.
o Keep cars locked and keys out of the
reach of children. HYUNDAI recom-
mends parents teach children about
the emergency trunk release lever in
their vehicle and how to open the trunk
lid if they are accidentally locked in
the trunk.
HIGH-MOUNTED REAR STOP
LIGHTB550A02Y-AATIn addition to the lower-mounted rear stop
lights on either side of the car, the high
mounted rear stop light in the center of the
rear window also lights when the brakes
are applied.
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REMOTE FUEL-FILLER LID RE-
LEASEB560A04Y-AATThe fuel-filler lid may be opened from
inside the vehicle by pushing the fuel-filler
lid opener switch located on the driver's
door.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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B560B01L-GATManual Fuel Filler Lid ReleaseIf the fuel filler lid cannot be opened using
the remote opener, a manual opener
handle is located inside the trunk on the left
side. Open the fuel filler lid by pulling on
this handle as shown in the illustration.
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HOOD RELEASEB570A01NF-GAT1. Pull the release knob to unlatch the
hood.2. Pull the secondary latch up and lift the
hood.
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
C010A03A-AATEngine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the
windows immediately.
o Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by
asphyxiation.
o Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you
hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the car, have
the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by your Hyundai dealer.
o Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the engine
in your garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the car out.
o Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the car.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the car, be sure to do so only in an open area
with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
If you must drive with the trunk lid open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the windshield
are kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.
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PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior
furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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C190F01Y-GATTrailer or Vehicle Towing Tips1. Before towing, check hitch and safety
chain connections as well as proper
operation of the trailer running lights,
brake lights, and turn signals.
2. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed. (Less than 60 mph)
3. Trailer towing requires more fuel than
normal conditions.
4. To maintain engine braking efficiency
and electrical charging performance,
do not tow a trailer with the transaxle in
fifth gear (manual transaxle).
5. Always secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shift while driving.
6. Check the condition and air pressure of
all tires on the trailer and your car. Low
tire pressure can seriously affect the
handling. Also check the spare tire.
7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more
affected by crosswind and buffeting.
When being passed by a large vehicle,
keep a constant speed and steer straight
ahead. If there is too much wind
buffeting, slow down to get out of the
other vehicle's air turbulence.
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lbs(kg)
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Tongue
100 (45)
- With3.3L
Brake 2.4L
Without BrakeMaximum Towable Weight
Trailer
1000 (450)
1000 (450)
500 (225)
CAUTION:
The following specifications are recom-
mended when towing a trailer. The loaded
trailer weight cannot safely exceed the
values in the chart below.
WARNING:
o Improperly loading your vehicle and
trailer can seriously affect its steer-
ing and braking performance causing
a crash which could cause serious
injury or death.
o Towing a trailer affects vehicle han-
dling and braking.
o Drive more slowly when towing a trailer
and allow more distance when
braking.
o Be careful when driving in slippery
and windy conditions.
o Be careful when turning and while
driving up and down hills. 3. The front or rear axle weight must not
exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) shown on the vehicle identi-
fication plate (see page 8-2). It is
possible that your towing package
does not exceed the GVWR but
exceeds the GAWR. Improper trailer
loading and/or too much luggage in
the trunk can overload the rear axle.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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D060B01NF-GAT1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool
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Take out the tool receptacle and turn
the installation bolt counterclockwise
to remove spare tire from the trunk.
D060C01A-AAT2. Block the Wheel
Block the wheel that is diagonally oppo-
site from the flat to keep the vehicle
from rolling when the car is raised on the
jack.
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Flat tire
D060D01A-AAT3. Loosen Wheel Nuts
The wheel nuts should be loosened
slightly before raising the car. To loosen
the nuts, turn the wrench handle coun-
terclockwise. When doing this, be sure
that the socket is seated completely
over the nut so it cannot slip off. For
maximum leverage, position the wrench
so the handle is to the left as shown in
the drawing. Then, while holding the
wrench near the end of the handle, push
down on it with steady pressure. Do not
remove the nuts at this time. Just
loosen them about one-half turn.
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4. Loosen the mounting screws of the trunk
lid trim with a phillips screwdriver and
remove the trunk lid trim.
5. To replace the rear combination light
(back-up light and stop/tail light), re-
move the socket by turning it counter-
clockwise.
6. Install the new bulb.
3. To replace the rear combination light
(stop/tail light, rear side marker light
and rear turn signal light), remove it
from the bulb holder and install the new
bulb.
(1) Stop/tail light
(2) Rear side marker light
(3) Rear turn signal light
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G270D02NF-AATREAR COMBINATION LIGHT
Stop/Tail Light, Rear Turn Signal
Light, Back-up Light and Rear Side
Marker Light1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the cover on the inside of the
rear luggage trim.
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3. Disconnect the power cord.
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4. Replace with a new bulb.
G270C01L-AATLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
LIGHT1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the luggage compartment light
cover on the rear package tray panel
with a flat-head screwdriver.
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PROTECTED COMPONENTS
FUSE RATING FUSE
P/AMP 20A Audio amp
DR LOCK 20A Door lock/unlock relay
HAZARD 10AHazard relay
P/SEAT RH 30A Power seat manual switch(RHD)
A/BAG IND 10A Instrument cluster
T/SIG 10A Turn signal light
CLUSTER 10ABCM(Body Control Module), Instrument cluster, Yaw rate sensor, ESP switch, Seat warmer
AGCS 10A (Spare)
START 10A Start relay
PEDAL ADJ 15A(Spare)
ECS/RR FOG 15A Rear fog light relay
T/LID OPEN 15A Trunk lid relay, Fuel filler door and trunk lid switch
S/HTR 15A Seat warmer switch
P/SEAT LH 30A Power seat manual switch
SPORT MODE 10A Sport mode switch, Key solenoid
MIRR HTD 10A A/C control module, Outside mirror and mirror folding motor
POWER CONNECTOR. 115A Audio
POWER CONNECTOR. 2 15ABCM(Body Control Module), Digital clock, Instrument cluster, A/C control module, Courtesy lights,
Interior light

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INDEX
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Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) ........................................................2-20
Emergency......................................................................3-17
If your vehicle must be towed ........................................3-15
Transaxle
Automatic.......................................................................... 2-8
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ................................6-15
Manual.............................................................................. 2-6
Manual transaxle oil checking .......................................6-14
Trip Computer ....................................................................1-58
Trip Odometer ....................................................................1-57
Trunk Lid ............................................................................1-84
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................................... 8-2
Vehicle Load Limit .............................................................2-23
Vehicle Specifications .......................................................... 9-1
W
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................1-50
Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle ...............................8-13
Windows
Power..............................................................................1-11
Windshield Wiper and Washer ..........................................1-63
Intermittent wiper operation ............................................1-64
Mist wiper operation .......................................................1-64
Windshield washer operation ........................................1-64
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................................................6-12