warning light Hyundai Sonata

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI54
B260L02HP-GAT
Door Ajar Warning Light and
Chime
The door ajar warning light warns you that a door
is not completely closed and the chime warns
you that the key is in the ignition switch.NOTE :The warning chime only sounds whenever
the key is in the ignition switch and the
driver's side front door is open simulta-
neously. The chime sounds until the key is
removed from the ignition switch or the
driver's side front door is closed.
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B260M01A-AAT
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on when
the fuel tank is approaching empty. When it
comes on, 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.
B260P02Y-GAT
ABS Service Reminder
Indicator (SRI) (If Installed)
When the key is turned to the "ON" position, the
Anti-Lock Brake System indicator will come on
and then go off in a few seconds. If the ABS SRI
remains on, comes on while driving, or does not
come on when the key is turned to the "ON"
position, this indicates that there may be a
problem with the ABS.
If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by
your Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. The
normal braking system will still be operational,
but without the assistance of the anti-lock brake
system.
WARNING:
If both the ABS SRI and Parking Brake/
Brake fluid level warning lights remain "ON"
or come on while driving, there may be a
problem with E.B.D. (Electronic Brake Force
Distribution).
If this occurs, avoid sudden stops and have
your vehicle checked by your Hyundai dealer
as soon as possible.
B260N02A-AAT
Check Engine - Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL)
This light illuminates when there is a malfunction
of an exhaust gas related component, and the
system is not functioning properly so that the
exhaust gas regulation values are not satisfied.
This light will also illuminate when the ignition key
is turned to the "ON" position, and will go out in a
few seconds after the engine is started. If it
illuminates while driving, or does not illuminate
when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position,
take your car to your nearest authorized Hyundai
dealer and have the system checked.
B265C01NF-AAT
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Indicator Lights
(If Installed)
The electronic stability control indicators change
operation according to the ignition switch posi-
tion and whether the system is in operation or
not.
They will illuminate when the ignition key is
turned to the "ON" position, but should go out
after three seconds. If the ESC or ESC-OFF
indicator stays on, take your car to your autho-
rized Hyundai dealer and have the system
checked. See section 2 for more information
about the ESC.

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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B270A01O-AATBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUNDThe front and rear disc brake pads have wear
indicators that should make a high-pitched
squealing or scraping noise when new pads are
needed. The sound may come and go or be
heard all the time when the vehicle is moving. It
may also be heard when the brake pedal is
pushed down firmly. Excessive rotor damage
will result if the worn pads are not replaced. See
your Hyundai dealer immediately.
B260Q01NF-GAT
CRUISE Indicator Light
The cruise indicator light in the instrument clus-
ter is illuminated when the cruise control ON/
OFF button on the steering wheel is pushed.
The indicator light turns off when the cruise
control ON/OFF button is pushed again. Infor-
mation about the use of cruise control begins on
page 1-93.B260R01NF-GAT
Cruise SET Indicator Light
The Cruise SET indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated when the cruise control
"COAST/SET" or "RES/ACCEL" switch is
pushed. The Cruise SET indicator light does not
illuminate when the cruise control "CANCEL"
switch is pushed or the system is disengaged.
To disengage the cruise control system, refer
to "To cancel the cruise speed" on page 1-94.
B260S01NF-GAT
Low Windshield Washer Fluid
Level Warning Light
The low windshield washer fluid warning light
comes on when the washer fluid reservoir is
approaching empty. When it comes on, add
washer fluid at your earliest opportunity.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERB280A01NF-AATFUEL GAUGEThe needle on the gauge indicates the approxi-
mate fuel level in the fuel tank. The fuel capacity
is given in section 9.NOTE:The " " symbol means, the fuel filler
lid is located on the left side of the vehicle.
B280A01NF

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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B350C01NF-AATAdjustable Intermittent Wiper OperationTo 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 from approximately 1 to 18
seconds by turning the interval adjuster barrel.
HNF2102-A
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.
B370A01NF-A
HNF2104-A
Mist Wiper OperationIf a single wipe is desired to clear mist, push the
windshield wiper and washer control lever up-
wards.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI70
!SUNROOFB460A02Y-AAT(If Installed)
Sun Shade
B460A01NF
Your HYUNDAI is equipped with a sliding sun-
shade which you can manually adjust to let in
light with the sunroof closed, or to block sunlight.
WARNING:
Never adjust the sunshade while driving.
This could result in loss of control and an
accident that may cause death, serious
injury, or property damage.
B460B01NF-GATOpening the Sunroof SystemIf your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you
can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof
control buttons located on the overhead con-
sole.
The sunroof can only be opened, closed, or
tilted when the ignition switch is in the "ON"
position.
HNF2026
SEATBACK POCKETB540B01E-GAT
HNF2042The seatback pockets for holding papers are
located on the backside of the front seats.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI84
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then rapidly after several seconds upon suc-
cessful training.
Operating HomeLink
®
To operate, simply press and release the pro-
grammed HomeLink
® button. Activation will now
occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door
opener, gate operator, security system, entry
door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For con-
venience, the hand-held transmitter of the de-
vice may also be used at any time.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink
® But-
ton
To program a new device to a previously trained
HomeLink
® button, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
® but-
ton. Do NOT release until step 4 has been
completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly
(after 20 seconds), position the handheld
transmitter 1 to 3 inches away from the
HomeLink
® surface.
3. Press and hold the handheld transmitter
button. The HomeLink
® indicator light will
flash, first slowly and then rapidly.
4. When the indicator light begins to flash rap-
idly, release both buttons.
5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink
®
button and observe the red Status Indicator
LED. If the indicator light stays on constantly,
programming is complete and your new
device should activate.
Erasing HomeLink
® Buttons
Individual buttons cannot be erased. However,
to erase all three programmed buttons:
1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink
®
buttons until the indicator light begins to
flash-after 20 seconds.
2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer
than 30 seconds.
The Integrated HomeLink
® Wireless Control
System is now in the training (learn) mode and
can be programmed at any time following the
appropriate steps in the Programming sections
above.
FCC ID: NZLZTVHL3
IC: 4112A-ZTVHL3This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING:
The transceiver has been tested and com-
plies with FCC and Industry Canada rules.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the device.
NVS
® is a registered trademark and Z-Nav™ is
a trademark of the Gentex Corporation, Zeeland,
Michigan. HomeLink
® is a registered trademark
owned by Johnson Controls, Incorporated,
Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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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 warn-
ings concerning exhaust gases on page 2-
2.B540B04Y-AATTrunk Lid Lock Knob
HNF2014-A
If the trunk lid lock knob (located near the latch)
is in the "LOCK" position when the trunk lid is
closed, it will not be possible to open the trunk
PARKING BRAKEB530A01A-AATAlways engage the parking brake before leav-
ing the vehicle. This also turns on the parking
brake indicator light when the key is in the "ON"
or "START" position. Before driving away, be
sure that the parking brake is fully released and
the indicator light is off.
o To engage the parking brake, pull the lever
up as far as possible.
o To release the parking brake, pull up and
press the thumb button. Then, while holding
the button in, lower the brake lever.
B530A01NF
TRUNK LIDB540A01S-GATRemote Trunk Lid ReleaseTo open the trunk lid without using the key, 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.
B540A01NF

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI88
WARNING:
o If you open the fuel filler cap during high
ambient temperatures, a slight "pres-
sure sound" may be heard. This is nor-
mal and not a cause for concern.
Whenever you open the fuel filler cap,
turn it slowly.
o Make sure the fuel filler cap is replaced
and securely seated after fueling. Failure
to replace or fully seat the fuel filler cap
will result in fuel vapors escaping into
the atmosphere and the check engine
" " indicator illuminating.
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o Automotive fuels are flammable/explo-
sive materials. When refueling, please
note the following guidelines carefully.
- Before touching the fuel nozzle or fuel
filler cap, have one's hands in contact
with metal parts away from the filler
neck to discharge static electricity.
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WARNING:
o The fuel cap must be tightened until the
cap clicks, otherwise " " light will
illuminate.
o Gasoline vapors are dangerous. Before
refueling, always stop the engine and
never allow sparks or open flames near
the filler area. If you need to replace the
filler cap, use a genuine Hyundai re-
placement part.
HNF2021
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WARNING:
- Do not get back in the vehicle while
refueling. Do not operate anything that
can produce static electricity. Static
electricity discharge can ignite fuel
vapors resulting in an explosion.
- When using a portable fuel container,
be sure to place the container on the
ground while refueling. Static electric-
ity discharge from the container can
ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. While
starting refueling, contact should be
maintained until the filling is complete.
- Do not use cellular phones around a
gas station. The electric current or elec-
tronic interference from cellular phones
can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
- When refueling, always turn the engine
off. Sparks by engine compartment
electrical equipment can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. After refueling,
check to make sure the fuel filler cap is
securely closed, and then start the
engine.
- Do not smoke or try to light cigarettes
around a gas station. Automotive fuels
are flammable.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI90
!SUN VISORB580A01NF-GATYour Hyundai is equipped with sun visors to give
the driver and front passenger either frontal or
sideward shade. To reduce glare or to shut out
direct rays of the sun, turn the sun visor down.
Vanity mirrors are provided on the back of the
sun visor for the driver and front passenger.NOTE:The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
label containing useful information can be
found on the back of each sun visor.
B580A01NF
WARNING:
Do not place the sun visor in such a manner
that it obscures visibility of the roadway,
traffic or other objects.
B500B01B-GATIlluminated Vanity MirrorOpening the lid of the vanity mirror will automati-
cally turn on the mirror light.
HNF2172B580C01JM-AAT
Sun Visor ExtenderYour vehicle is equipped with sun visor extend-
ers that may be used when the visor is in the side
glass position.
B580C01NF

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI92
FRONT DOOR WARNING
LIGHTB620A01S-AATA red light comes on when the front door is
opened. The purpose of this light is to assist
when you get in or out and also to warn passing
vehicles.
B620A01NF
HORNB610A01L-GATPress the pad on the steering wheel to sound the
horn.
B610A01NF
REAR SEAT ARMRESTB611A01Y-AATThis armrest is located in the center of the rear
seatback.
B611A01NF-A

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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BEFORE STARTING
THE ENGINEC020A01A-AATBefore you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other
indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the
parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors
are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to
be sure they are in their proper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all
other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are
not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON",
check that all appropriate warning lights are
operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10. Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the "ON" position.
TO START THE ENGINEC030A01E-AATCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCHo If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual
transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and
depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle,
place the shift lever in "P" (park).
o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and
turn it to the "START" position. Release it as
soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the
key in the "START" position for more that 15
seconds.NOTE:o For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully
(Manual Transaxle) or the shift lever is
not in "P" or "N" Position (Automatic
Transaxle).
o The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal
is disconnected from the battery. To
remove the key, always confirm that the
shift lever is securely positioned in "P"
(Park) (For Automatic Transaxle).
o For additional information about start-
ing, see page 2-4.
KEY POSITIONSC040A01A-AAT
CAUTION:
The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key cylinder
while the car is in motion. The steering
wheel is locked by removing the key.
C040A01E
LOCKACC
ON
START!
o "START"The engine is started in this position. It will crank
until you release the key.