engine Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2015 Owners Manual

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Features of your vehicle
Navigation system (if equipped)
The navigation system ascertains the
present position of your vehicle by using
information from satellites and guides
you to the place you assign as the desti-
nation.
Detailed information for the navigation
system is described in a separate sup-
plied manual.
Bluetooth hands-free
You can use the mobile phone wirelessly
by using the Bluetooth system.
Detailed information for the Bluetooth
hands-free is described in the “Audio
system” section in this chapter or in the
manual supplied separately.
✽ ✽NOTICE
• If you install an after market HID
head lamp, your vehicle's audio and
electronic device may malfunction.
• Prevent chemicals such as perfume, cosmetil oil, sun cream, hand cleaner,
and air freshener from contacting the
interior parts because they may cause
damage or discoloration.
Antenna
Glass antenna (if equipped)
When the radio power switch is turned on
while the engine start/stop button is in
either the “ON” or “ACC” position, your
car will receive both AM and FM broad-
cast signals through the antenna in the
rear window glass.
AUDIO SYSTEM
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CAUTION
• Do not clean the inside of the rear
window glass with a cleaner orscraper to remove foreign deposits as this may cause dam-age to the antenna elements.
Avoid adding metallic coatings such as Ni, Cd, and so on. Thesecan disturb receiving AM and FM broadcast signals.

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How vehicle audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around
your city. They are intercepted by the
radio antenna on your vehicle. This signal
is then processed by the radio and sent
to your vehicle speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best pos-
sible quality reproduction. However, in
some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear.This can be due to factors, such as the
distance from the radio station, close-
ness of other strong radio stations or the
presence of buildings, bridges or other
large obstructions in the area.
AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broadcasts.
This is because AM radio waves are
transmitted at low frequencies. These
long distance, low frequency radio waves
can follow the curvature of the earth
rather than travelling straight. In addition,
they curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.
JBM001
FM reception
JBM002
AM reception

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Do not place beverages close to the audio system. Spilling bever-ages may lead to system mal-function.
In case of product malfunction, please contact your place of pur-chase or After Service center.
Placing the audio system within an electromagnetic environmentmay result in noise interference.
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oil fromcontacting the dashboardbecause they may cause damageor discoloration.✽
✽ NOTICE - USING THE USB
DEVICE
• To use an external USB device,
make sure the device is not connect-
ed when starting up the vehicle.
Connect the device after starting
up.
• If you start the engine when the USB device is connected, it may
damage the USB device. (USB
flashdrives are very sensitive to
electric shock.)
• If the engine is started up or turned off while the external USB device is
connected, the external USB device
may not work.
• The System may not play unau- thenticated MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between
8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression rate between
8Kbps~320Kbps.
• Take precautions for static electric- ity when connecting or disconnect-
ing the external USB device. (Continued)(Continued)
• An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is not
recognizable.
• Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the connected
external USB device can be unrec-
ognizable.
• When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB device is
not either 512BYTE or 2048BYTE,
then the device will not be recog-
nized.
• Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12/16/32.
• USB devices without USB I/F authentication may not be recog-
nizable.
• Make sure the USB connection ter- minal does not come in contact with
the human body or other objects.
• If you repeatedly connect or discon- nect the USB device in a short peri-
od of time, it may break the device.
• You may hear a strange noise when connecting or disconnecting a USB
device. (Continued)

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✽
✽
NOTICE - USING THE USB
DEVICE
• Connect the USB device after turning
on the engine. The USB device may
become damaged if it is already con-
nected when the ignition is turned
on.The USB device may not operate
properly if the car ignition is turned
on or off with the USB device connect-
ed.
• Heed caution to static electricity when connecting/disconnecting USB
devices.
• Encoded MP3 Players will not be rec- ognized when connected as an exter-
nal device.
• When connecting an external USB device, the device may not properly
recognize the USB is in some states.
• Only products formatted with byte/sectors under 64Kbyte will be
recognized.
• This device recognizes USB devices formatted in FAT 12/16/32 file for-
mats. This device does not recognize
files in NTFS file format. (Continued)(Continued)
• Some USB devices may not be sup- ported due to compatibility issues.
• Avoid contact between the USB con- nector with bodily parts or foreign
objects.
• Repeated connecting/disconnecting of USB devices within short periods of
time may result in product malfunc-
tion.
• A strange noise may occur when dis- connecting the USB.
• Make sure to connect/disconnect external USB devices with the audio
power turned off.
• The amount of time required to recog- nize the USB device may differ
depending on the type, size or file for-
mats stored in the USB. Such differ-
ences in time are not indications of
malfunctions.
• The device only supports USB devices used to play music files.
• USB images and videos are not sup- ported. (Continued)(Continued)
• Do not use the USB I/F to charge bat- teries or USB accessories that gener-
ate heat. Such acts may lead to wors-
ened performance or damage to the
device.
• The device may not recognize the USB device if separately purchased USB
hubs and extension cables are being
used. Connect the USB directly with
the multimedia terminal of the vehi-
cle.
• When using mass storage USB devices with separate logical drives, only files
saved to the root drive can be played.
• Files may not properly operate if application programs are installed to
the USBs.
• The device may not operate normally if MP3 Players, cellular phones, digi-
tal cameras, or other electronic
devices (USB devices not recognized
as portable disk drives) are connected
with the device.

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✽
✽NOTICE - USING THE USB
DEVICE
• Connect the USB device after turning
on the engine. The USB device may
become damaged if it is already con-
nected when the ignition is turned
on.The USB device may not operate
properly if the car ignition is turned
on or off with the USB device connect-
ed.
• Heed caution to static electricity when connecting/disconnecting USB
devices.
• Encoded MP3 Players will not be rec- ognized when connected as an exter-
nal device.
• When connecting an external USB device, the device may not properly
recognize the USB is in some states.
• Only products formatted with byte/sectors under 64Kbyte will be
recognized.
• This device recognizes USB devices formatted in FAT 12/16/32 file for-
mats. This device does not recognize
files in NTFS file format. (Continued)(Continued)
• Some USB devices may not be sup- ported due to compatibility issues.
• Avoid contact between the USB con- nector with bodily parts or foreign
objects.
• Repeated connecting/disconnecting of USB devices within short periods of
time may result in product malfunc-
tion.
• A strange noise may occur when dis- connecting the USB.
• Make sure to connect/disconnect external USB devices with the audio
power turned off.
• The amount of time required to recog- nize the USB device may differ
depending on the type, size or file for-
mats stored in the USB. Such differ-
ences in time are not indications of
malfunctions.
• The device only supports USB devices used to play music files.
• USB images and videos are not sup- ported. (Continued)(Continued)
• Do not use the USB I/F to charge bat- teries or USB accessories that gener-
ate heat. Such acts may lead to wors-
ened performance or damage to the
device.
• The device may not recognize the USB device if separately purchased USB
hubs and extension cables are being
used. Connect the USB directly with
the multimedia terminal of the vehi-
cle.
• When using mass storage USB devices with separate logical drives, only files
saved to the root drive can be played.
• Files may not properly operate if application programs are installed to
the USBs.
• The device may not operate normally if MP3 Players, cellular phones, digi-
tal cameras, or other electronic
devices (USB devices not recognized
as portable disk drives) are connected
with the device.

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Before driving / 5-3
Engine start/stop button / 5-5
Automatic transaxle / 5-9
Brake system / 5-14
Cruise control system / 5-24
Economical operation / 5-28
Special driving conditions / 5-30
Winter driving / 5-34
Vehicle load limit / 5-38
Vehicle weight / 5-43
Trailer towing / 5-44
Driving your vehicle

Driving your vehicle
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WARNING- ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the win-
dows immediately.
• Do not inhale exhaust fumes.Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxia-
tion.
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 an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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 vehicle and back the car out.
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 windshie ld are
kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.

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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.
BEFORE DRIVING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-
TION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust and a wide variety
of automobile components and
parts, including components found
in the interior furnishings in a vehi-
cle, contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, cer-
tain 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.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result
in a loss of vehicle control, that
may lead to an accident, severe
personal injury, and death. The dri-
ver’s primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of a
vehicle, and use of any handheld
devices, other equipment, or vehi-
cle systems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a vehicle
or which are not permissible by law
should never be used during oper-
ation of the vehicle.

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Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls areeasily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the engine start/stop button is
turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
WARNING- Driving under
the influence of alcohol or
drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Driving
while under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerous
than driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-
er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driver
or call a cab.
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop
the vehicle with the engine on, be
careful not to depress the acceler-
ator pedal for a long period of
time. It may overheat the engine or
exhaust system and cause a fire.
When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering wheel rapidly,
loose objects may drop on the
floor and it could interfere with
the operation of the foot pedals,
possibly causing an accident.
Keep all things in the vehicle
safely stored.
If you do not focus on driving, it may cause an accident. Be care-
ful when operating controls while
driving such as the audio or
heater. It is the responsibility of
the driver to always drive safely.

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Illuminated engine start/stop but-
ton
Whenever the front door is opened, the
engine start/stop button will illuminate for
your convenience. The light will go off
after about 30 seconds when the door is
closed.
HEV system start/stop button
position
OFF
To turn off the system, press the engine
start/stop button with the engine
start/stop button in the ON position and
the shift lever in P(Park). When you press
the engine start/stop button without the
shift lever in P(Park), the engine
start/stop button does not turn to the OFF
position, but turns to the ACC position.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Before turning off the HEV system, the
vehicle should be stopped.
ACC(Accessory)
Press the HEV system start/stop button
while it is in the OFF position without
depressing the brake pedal.
The electrical accessories are operative.
If you leave the HEV system start/stop
button in the ACC position for more than
1 hour, the battery power will turn off
automatically to prevent the battery from
discharging.
ON
Press the HEV system start/stop button
while the button is in the ACC position
without depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the HEV system is started. Do not
leave it in the ON position if the HEV sys-
tem is not running to prevent battery dis-
charge.
START
To start the hybrid system, press the
brake pedal and press the HEV system
start/stop button with the shift lever in the
P(Park) position.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON
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WARNING
In an emergency situation while the
vehicle is moving, you can turn off
the engine and turn the engine
start/stop button to the ACC position
by pressing the engine start/stop
button for more than 2 seconds or 3
times successively within 3 sec-
onds. If the vehicle is moving over
10km/h, you can restart the engine
without pressing the brake pedal by
pressing the engine start/stop but-
ton regardless of transaxle position.