Hyundai Sonata 2012 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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Operation MaintenanceSpecifications
All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication.
However, in line with the Hyundai policy of continual product improvement,
the right to amend or change specifications without prior notice or obliga-
tion to incorporate such amendments or changes into vehicles already pro-
duced, is reserved.
This manual applies to all current Hyundai models and includes descrip-
tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a
result, you may find material in this manual that does not apply to your spe-
cific vehicle.

F2Your Hyundai should not be modified in any way without the approval of Hyundai. Any modifications
may adversely affect the safety, durability and performance of your Hyundai. In addition, those com-
ponents which are subjected to modification or are added to the vehicle specification, and any result-
ant consequential damage will not be covered by the vehicle manufacturer's warranty.
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components. It is possible
for an improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio to adversely affect electronic systems. For this rea-
son, we recommend that you carefully follow the radio manufacturer's instructions or consult your
Hyundai dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions.
CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
TWO-WAY RADIO OR MOBILE TELEPHONE INSTALLATION

F3
This manual includes information titled as WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE.
These titles indicate the following:
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NOTICE
This indicates that interesting or helpful information is being provided.
SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING
WARNING
This indicates that a condition may result in harm, serious injury or death to you or other
persons if the warning is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the warning.
CAUTION
This indicates that a condition may result in damage to your vehicle or its equipment if the caution is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the caution.

F4FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discerning people who drive Hyundai.
The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each Hyundai we build is something of which we're very proud.
Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new Hyundai. It is suggested that you read it care-
fully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you receive from your new car.
The manufacturer also recommends that all service and maintenance on your car be performed by an authorised Hyundai deal-
er. Hyundai dealers are prepared to provide high-quality service, maintenance and any other assistance that may be required. HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Note : If for any reason in the future you should sell your Hyundai, please leave this manual in the vehicle for the new owner's use.
Copyright 2011 Hyundai Motor Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieva l
system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Hyundai Motor Company.
CAUTION
Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do not meet Hyundai specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and lubricants that meet the specifications listed on
Page 8-4 in the Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner's Manual.

F5
Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts
1. What are Hyundai Genuine Parts?
Hyundai Genuine Parts are the same
parts used by Hyundai Motor
Company to manufacture vehicles.
They are designed and tested for the
optimum safety, performance, and reli-
ability to our customers.
2. Why should you use genuine parts? Hyundai Genuine Parts are engi-
neered and built to meet rigid manu-
facturing requirements. Using imita-
tion, counterfeit or used salvage parts
is not covered under the Hyundai New
Vehicle Limited Warranty or any other
Hyundai warranty. In addition, any damage to or failure of
Hyundai Genuine Parts caused by the
installation or failure of an imitation,
counterfeit or used salvage part is not
covered by any Hyundai Warranty.
3. How can you tell if you are purchas- ing Hyundai Genuine Parts?
Look for the Hyundai Genuine Parts
Logo on the package (see below).
Hyundai Genuine Parts exported to
are packaged with labels written onlyin English.
Hyundai Genuine Parts are only sold
through authorised Hyundai
Dealerships.
A100A01L A100A02LA100A04LA100A03L

The compliance plate shows that your vehicle has been tested and found to comply with all relevant
Australian Design Rules (ADR's) applicable at its date of manufacture.
Any part, that is subject to these ADR's, must not be removed or altered and is to be maintained in
good order at all times for the vehicle to be roadworthy and re-registerable by all registerable author-
ities.
Consult an Authorised Hyundai Motors Dealer before conducting any repairs that may affect these
areas or if requiring further classification on design rules or safety features. Failure to observe the
above warning may render the vehicle compliance invalid and result in personal injury which may have
otherwise been avoided.
AUSTRALIAN DESIGN RULES
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1 2 3 4 5 6 78IIntroduction
Your vehicle at a glance
Safety system of your vehicle
Features of your vehicle
Driving your vehicle
What to do in an emergency
Maintenance
Specifications & Consumer information
Index
table of contents

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How to use this manual / 1-2
Fuel requirements / 1-2
Vehicle run-in process / 1-4
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-5
Introduction

Introduction
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We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your vehi-
cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you
in many ways. We strongly recommend
that you read the entire manual. In order
to minimise the chance of death or injury,
you must read the WARNING and CAU-
TION sections in the manual.
Illustrations complement the words in this
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
vehicle. By reading your manual, you will
learn about features, important safety
information, and driving tips under vari-
ous road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is pro-
vided in the Table of Contents. A good
place to start is the index; it has an alpha-
betical listing of all information in your
manual.
Sections: This manual has eight sections
plus an index. Each section begins with a
brief list of contents so you can tell at a
glance if that section has the information
you want. You’ll find various WARNINGS, CAU-
TIONS, and NOTICES in this manual.
These were prepared to enhance your
personal safety. You should carefully read
and follow ALL procedures and recom-
mendations provided in these WARN-
INGS, CAUTIONS and NOTICES.
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NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates interesting or help-
ful information is being provided.
Petrol engine
Unleaded
Your new vehicle is designed to use only
unleaded fuel having an Octane Rating
of RON (Research Octane Number) 91 /
AKI (Anti-Knock Index) 87 or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain
maximum performance with UNLEADED
FUEL, as well as minimise exhaust emis-
sions and spark plug fouling.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which harm, serious bodily injury ordeath could result if the warning isignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle couldresult if the caution is ignored.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
CAUTION
NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. Theuse of leaded fuel is detrimental tothe catalytic converter and will damage the engine control sys-
tem’s oxygen sensor and affect emission control.
Never add any fuel system cleaningagents to the fuel tank other thanwhat has been specified. (Consult
an authorised HYUNDAI dealer fordetails.)

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Introduction
Petrol containing alcohol andmethanol
Ethanol [E-10], a mixture of petrol and
ethanol (also known as grain alcohol),and petrol or ethanol containing
methanol (also known as wood alcohol)
are being marketed along with or insteadof leaded petrol. Do not use ethanol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use petrol or
ethanol containing any methanol. Either
of these fuels may cause drivability prob-lems and damage to the fuel system.
Discontinue using ethanol of any kind if
drivability problems occur.
Vehicle damage or driveability problems
may not be covered by the manufactur-
er’s warranty if they result from the useof:
1. Ethanol containing more than 10%.
2. Petrol or ethanol containing methanol.
3. Leaded fuel or leaded ethanol.
Use of MTBE
We recommend that fuels containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over
15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7%
weight) should not be used in your vehi-
cle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may
reduce vehicle performance and produce
vapour lock or hard starting.WARNING
Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refuelling.
Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an acci-dent.
CAUTION
Never use gasohol which contains
methanol. Discontinue use of any
gasohol product which impairs dri-vability.
CAUTION
Your New Vehicle Limited Warrantymay not cover damage to the fuelsystem and any performance prob- lems that are caused by the use of
fuels containing methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl TertiaryButyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)