Hyundai Sonata

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INDEX
3
Combination Light
Auto Light .....................................................................................1-64
Headlight flasher..........................................................................1-64
Headlight switch...........................................................................1-63
High-beam switch........................................................................1-63
Lane change signal.....................................................................1-63
Parking light auto off ....................................................................1-63
Turn signal operation...................................................................1-62
Consumer Information .....................................................................8-14
Cooling Fans....................................................................................6-26
Corrosion protection
Cleaning the interior....................................................................... 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ...................................... 4-2
Washing and waxing ..................................................................... 4-3
Cruise Control..................................................................................1-94
D
Day/night Inside Rearview Mirror ...................................................1-79
Defrosting/Defogging.....................................................................1-107
Door
Central door locks......................................................................... 1-6
Door locks ...................................................................................... 1-4
Front door warning light ..............................................................1-93
Locking and unlocking front door with a key.............................. 1-5
Drink Holder.....................................................................................1-69
Driving
Economical driving.......................................................................2-16
Smooth cornering.........................................................................2-17
Winter driving...............................................................................2-17E
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System.....................................2-13
Emission Control System.................................................................. 7-2
Engine
Before starting the engine ............................................................. 2-3
Compartment (2.4 DOHC) ............................................................ 6-2
Compartment (3.3 V6)................................................................... 6-3
Coolant............................................................................................ 6-8
Coolant temperature gauge ........................................................1-57
If the engine overheats ................................................................. 3-4
Number........................................................................................... 8-2
Oil .................................................................................................... 6-4
Starting............................................................................................ 2-5
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous!............................................... 2-2
F
Fan Speed Control.............................................................. 1-99, 1-110
Fog Light
Front
.............................................................................................1-65
Front Seats
Active headrests ..........................................................................1-16
Adjustable front seats ..................................................................1-14
Adjustable headrests...................................................................1-15
Adjusting seat forward and rearward............................... 1-14, 1-18
Adjusting seatback angle.................................................. 1-15, 1-18
Power driver's seat .....................................................................1-17
Seat cushion height adjustment....................................... 1-17, 1-18
Seat warmer.................................................................................1-19

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Fuel
Capacity.......................................................................................... 9-2
Gauge...........................................................................................1-56
Recommendations......................................................................... 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release............................................................................1-89
Fuse Panel Description...................................................................6-36
Fuses ...............................................................................................6-22
G
General Checks................................................................................ 6-4
Glove Box........................................................................................1-76
H
Hazard Warning System .................................................................1-66
Headlight
Aiming adjustment........................................................................6-27
Replacement................................................................................6-28
Switch...........................................................................................1-63
Heating and Cooling Control ...........................................................1-96
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control.............................................................. 1-100, 1-112
Air intake control switch................................................ 1-103, 1-110
Bi-level heating...........................................................................1-104
Defrosting/Defogging.................................................................1-107
Fan speed control (Blower Control) ............................... 1-99, 1-110
Temperature control....................................................................1-99High-Mounted Rear Stop Light .......................................................1-88
Hood Release..................................................................................1-90
Horn..................................................................................................1-94
I
Ignition Switch.................................................................................... 2-3
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights .........................................1-50
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat)....................................1-68
Interior Light.....................................................................................1-74
Intermittent Wiper.............................................................................1-66
J
Jump Starting..................................................................................... 3-3
K
Key ...................................................................................................... 1-3
If you lose your keys ..................................................................3-14
Positions......................................................................................... 2-3
L
Light Bulb Watages..........................................................................6-35
Light Bulbs Replacement................................................................
6-28
Lubrication Chart............................................................................... 9-4

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M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .............................. 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions.............................. 5-6
Scheduled maintenance................................................................ 5-4
Service requirements.................................................................... 5-2
Mirrors
Day/night inside rearview ............................................................1-79
Homelink mirror ............................................................................1-80
Outside rearview..........................................................................1-78
Outside rearview mirror heater ..................................................1-79
Multi Box ...........................................................................................1-76
O
Odometer.........................................................................................1-58
Outside Rearview Mirror .................................................................1-78
P
Parking Brake..................................................................................1-86
Power Adjustable Pedals ................................................................2-12
Power Outlets..................................................................................1-68
Power Steering Fluid Level .............................................................6-26R
Rear Seat
Armrest.........................................................................................1-94
Folding rear seatbacks ...............................................................1-20
Rear seatback safety lock ..........................................................1-20
Warning.........................................................................................1-21
Rear Window Defroster Switch ......................................................1-67
Reporting Safety Defects ................................................................8-16
S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-14
Rear..............................................................................................1-20
Seat Belts
3-Point system.............................................................................1-24
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-26
Care of seat belts ........................................................................1-23
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................................1-34
Precautions..................................................................................1-21
Rear seat center 3-point system with combination
locking retractor........................................................................1-26
Seatback Pocket.............................................................................1-71
Shopping Bag Holder.......................................................................
1-70
Speedometer....................................................................................1-57
Starting Procedure............................................................................. 2-5

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Steering Wheel
Free-play......................................................................................6-20
Tilt and telescopic type ...............................................................1-93
Tilt type .........................................................................................1-92
Stereo Sound System ...................................................................1-115
Sunglass Holder..............................................................................1-75
Sun Visor..........................................................................................1-91
Sunroof.............................................................................................1-71
T
Tachometer......................................................................................1-57
Theft-Alarm System........................................................................... 1-8
Tires
All season tires.............................................................................. 8-9
Balancing......................................................................................8-10
Chains............................................................................................. 8-9
Changing a flat tire ........................................................................ 3-6
Checking the inflation pressure.................................................... 8-4
If you have a flat tire ..................................................................... 3-6
Information...................................................................................... 8-2
Maintenance.................................................................................8-12
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-11
Rotation.........................................................................................8-10
Sidewall labeling............................................................................. 8-5
Snow tires...................................................................................... 8-9
Spare tire........................................................................................ 3-5
Terminology and definitions.......................................................... 8-7
Traction.........................................................................................8-11Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) .....................................................................2-20
Emergency...................................................................................3-13
If your vehicle must be towed....................................................3-11
Transaxle
Automatic........................................................................................ 2-8
Automatic transaxle fluid checking.............................................6-15
Manual............................................................................................ 2-6
Manual transaxle oil checking....................................................6-14
Trip Computer..................................................................................1-59
Trip Odometer.................................................................................1-58
Trunk Lid..........................................................................................1-86
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Load Limit ............................................................................2-23
Vehicle Specifications........................................................................ 9-1
W
Warning and Indicator Lights ..........................................................1-52
Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle.............................................8-13
Windows
Power............................................................................................1-11
Windshield Wiper and Washer ........................................................1-65
Intermittent wiper operation .........................................................1-66
Mist wiper operation....................................................................1-66
Windshield washer operation......................................................1-65
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................6-12

A000A01A-AATThis Owner's Manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use of the next owner.
OWNER'S I.D.
ORIGINAL OWNER
ADDRESS
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(Date Sold to Original Retail Purchaser)
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Seoul KoreaPrinting: JAN. 12, 2005
Publication No.: A3KO-EU61G
Printed in KoreaSERVICE STATION INFORMATION
FUEL:UNLEADED gasoline only
Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.FUEL TANK CAPACITYUS.gal (Imp.gal., liter) 17.7 (14.7, 67)TIRE PRESSURE:See the label on the driver's side of the center pillar outer panel.OTHER TIRE INFORMATION:See pages 8-2 through 8-13.HOOD RELEASE:Pull handle under left side of dash.ENGINE OIL:API grade SJ, SL or ABOVE / ILSAC grade GF-3 or ABOVE and fuel efficient
oil. Use SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30 if normal temperatures are above
0°F (-18°C). See page 6-5 or 9-4.
MANUAL TRANSAXLE:HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4) Oil level should
be up to filler-bolt hole in housing beside differential.AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE:Apply the parking brake, with the engine running, shift the selector lever
through all ranges and return to “N” (Neutral) position. Then check the level
of fluid on the dipstick. Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III,
DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands meeting the SP III
specification approved by Hyundai Motor Co..QUICK INDEXo Car will not start ....................................................................... 3-2
o Flat tire ...................................................................................... 3-6
o Warning light/chime comes on...................................... 1-52 ~ 1-55
o Engine overheats....................................................................... 3-4
o Towing of your vehicle ........................................................... 3-11
o Starting the engine ..................................................................... 2-4
o Driving tips for first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) ............................ 1-3
o Scheduled maintenance.............................................................. 5-4
o Reporting safety defects ......................................................... 8-14