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Maintenance
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Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km)in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freez-
ing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis- tances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Rear brake disc/padsIMore frequentlyC, D, G, F
Parking brakeIMore frequentlyC, D, G, H
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball jointIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Drive shafts and bootsIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E

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Maintenance
Brake discs, pads, calipers
and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, or damage. Start the
engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and the
hybrid system off, check for exces-
sive free-play in the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or
damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.

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Tire care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within the
load limits and weight distribution rec-
ommended for your vehicle.
(Continued)Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are dam-
aged. Worn tires can cause
loss of braking effectiveness,
steering) control, or traction.
ALWAYS replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires and
wheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle’s Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.
Tire failure may cause loss of
vehicle control resulting in an
accident. To reduce risk of
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH,
take the following precautions:
Inspect your tires monthly for
proper inflation as well as
wear and damage.
The recommended cold tire
pressure for your vehicle can
be found in this manual and on
the tire label located on the dri-
ver’s side center pillar. Always
use a tire pressure gauge to
measure tire pressure. Tires
with too much or too little
pressure wear unevenly caus-
ing poor handling.
Check the pressure of the
spare every time you check
the pressure of the other tires
on your vehicle.
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WARNING

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Maintenance
Wheel alignment and tire bal-
ance
The wheels on your vehicle were
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need
to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Improper wheel weights can dam-
age your vehicle’s aluminum
wheels. Use only approved wheel
weights.
Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire.
NOTICE
OLMB073027
Tread wear indicatorTo reduce the risk of DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY:
Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, and
traction.
Always replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires and
wheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle’s Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.(Continued)
WARNING

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Maintenance
vehicle, pay particular attention to
the components under the fenders
and other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly
effective in removing accumulated
mud and corrosive materials.
When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members,
be sure that drain holes are kept
open so that moisture can escape
and not be trapped inside to accel-
erate corrosion.Keep your garage dry
Don’t park your car in a damp, poor-
ly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash
your vehicle in the garage or drive it
into the garage when it is still wet or
covered with snow, ice or mud. Even
a heated garage can contribute to
corrosion unless it is well ventilated
so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq-
uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.
When cleaning leather prod-
ucts (steering wheel, seats
etc.), use neutral detergents
or low alcohol content solu-
tions. If you use high alcohol
content solutions or acid/
alkaline detergents, the color
of the leather may fade or the
surface may get stripped off.
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Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-151
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................3-57
Consumer information ......................................................8-9
Coolant ........................................................................\
....7-29
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ...................................7-29
Cruise control..................................................................5-43
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
47
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-58
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................3-57
Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-19
Daytime running light ...................................................3-114
Defogging (Windshield) ...............................................3-141
Defroster (Rear window) ..............................................3-126
Defrosting (Windshield) ...............................................3-141
Digital speedometer ......................................................3-102
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Disc brakes wear indicator ............................................5-20
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-58
Display of hybrid system .................................................H-3
Displays, see instrument cluster .....................................3-57
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat ..............................................................2-62 Door courtesy lamp .......................................................3-118
Door locks ........................................................................\
.3-9
Auto door lock/unlock features ..................................3-12
Central door lock switch ............................................3-10
Child-protector rear door lock....................................3-12
Drinks holders, see cup holders ....................................3-147
Drive mode integrated control system ............................5-41
Driver assis system .......................................................3-122 Rear parking assist system (RPAS) ..........................3-123
Rear view camera .....................................................3-122
Driver position memory system .....................................3-14
Driver’s front air bag ......................................................2-49
Driving at night ...............................................................5-79
Driving in flooded areas .................................................5-80
Driving in the rain...........................................................5-80
Electronic chromic mirror (ECM) ..................................3-20
Electric parking brake (EPB) ..........................................5-22
Electric power steering (EPS).........................................3-16
Electronic stability control (ESC)...................................5-34
Emergency situations .....................................................H-24
Emission control system .................................................7-93
Engine ........................................................................\
.......8-2
Engine compartment..................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine compartment panel fuse .....................................7-62
Engine coolant ................................................................7-29
Engine Coolant Temperature gauge................................3-61
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Engine number ..................................................................8-9
Engine oil ........................................................................\
7-27
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-4
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-24
Exterior care....................................................................7-86\
Exterior overview (front) ..................................................1-2
Exterior overview (rear) ...................................................1-3
Flat tire (with Tire Mobility kit) .....................................6-15
Floor mat anchor(s).......................................................3-152
FluidBrake fluid ..................................................................7-33
Washer fluid ...............................................................7-34
Folding rear seats ............................................................2-12
Folding the outside rearview mirror ...............................3-36
Foot parking brake ..........................................................5-20
Forward collision warning system (FCWS) ...................5-63
Front lamp .....................................................................3-1\
16
Front seats ........................................................................\
.2-6
Fuel Economy ...............................................................3-100
Fuel filler lid ...................................................................3-53 Emergency fuel filler door release .............................3-53
Fuel Gauge ......................................................................3-\
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Fuel requirements .............................................................F-7
Fuse switch .....................................................................7-6\
2 Fuses ........................................................................\
.......7-60
Engine compartment panel fuse .................................7-62
Fuse switch .................................................................7-62
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-64
Instrument panel fuse .................................................7-61
Main fuse ....................................................................7-63\
Multi fuse ...................................................................7-63
Gauges........................................................................\
.....3-59
Glove box......................................................................3-\
145
Glove box lamp .............................................................3-119
Hazard warning flasher .....................................................6-2
Hazardous driving conditions .........................................5-78
Head restraints ................................................................2-16
Headlamp bulb replacement ...........................................7-73
Headlamp delay function ..............................................3-113
Headlamp position ........................................................3-108
Heated steering wheel .....................................................3-17
Heater Automatic climate control system............................3-128
Manual climate control system ................................3-129
HEV(Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system.............................H-2
High - beam operation ..................................................3-109
High mounted stop lamp.................................................7-84
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Maintenance services ........................................................7-4
Mirrors ........................................................................\
....3-19Day/night rearview mirror..........................................3-19
Electric chromic mirror (ECM)..................................3-20
Folding the outside rearview mirror...........................3-36
Inside rearview mirror ................................................3-19
Outside rearview mirror .............................................3-34
Reverse parking aid function .....................................3-37
Moonroof, see panoramic sunroof ..................................3-42
Multi box.......................................................................3\
-146
Multi fuse ........................................................................\
7-63
Multimedia system Antenna ........................................................................\
4-2
Audio/Video/Navigation system(AVN) .......................4-4
AUX, USB and iPod
®port ...........................................4-2
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology Hands-Free ..............4-4
Steering wheel audio control........................................4-3
Odometer........................................................................\
.3-63
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-27\
Outside rearview mirror..................................................3-34
Outside temperature gauge .............................................3-62
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-5 Panoramic sunroof ..........................................................3-42
Parking brake ..................................................................7-34
Parking lamp position ...................................................3-108
Passenger’s front air bag.................................................2-49
Power brakes ...................................................................5-19
Power outlet ..................................................................3-148
Power window lock button .............................................3-41
Rear combination light bulb replacement.......................7-79
Rear lamp ......................................................................3-\
118
Rear parking assist system (RPAS) ..............................3-123
Rear seats ........................................................................\
2-12
Rear view camera .........................................................3-122
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...................7-45
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-6
Recommended SAE viscosity number .........................8-7
Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-73 Back-up lamp .............................................................7-83
High mounted stop lamp ............................................7-84
Interior light bulb replacement ...................................7-84
License plate light bulb replacement .........................7-84
Reporting safety defects .................................................8-10
Reverse parking aid function .........................................3-37
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Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-78
Room lamp ....................................................................3-116
Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-47
Safety messages ................................................................F-6
Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-8
Seat belts ........................................................................\
.2-24Additional seat belt safety precautions ......................2-32
Care of seat belts ........................................................2-35
Height adjustment ......................................................2-26
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................2-29
Rear center seat belt ...................................................2-32
Seat belt restraint system............................................2-26
Seat belt safety precautions ........................................2-24
Seat belt warning light ...............................................2-25
Seat warmers ...................................................................2-20
Seatback pockets .............................................................2-11
Seats ........................................................................\
..........2-4 Air ventilation seats....................................................2-22
Armrest .......................................................................2\
-14
Folding rear seats .......................................................2-12
Front seats ....................................................................2-6
Head restraints ............................................................2-16
Rear seats....................................................................2-12\
Safety precautions ........................................................2-5
Seat warmers ..............................................................2-20
Seatback pockets ........................................................2-11 Shift lock system.............................................................5-16
Shift-lock release ............................................................5-16
Side air bags....................................................................2-50\
Side curtain ...................................................................3-153\
Smart cruise control system............................................5-48
Smart high beam ...........................................................3-109
Smart key ........................................................................\
..3-3
Smart trunk .....................................................................3-5\
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Smooth cornering............................................................5-79
Snow tires .......................................................................5\
-82
Sonata HEV energy flow ...............................................H-11
Special driving conditions ..............................................5-78
Driving at night ..........................................................5-79
Driving in flooded areas .............................................5-80
Driving in the rain ......................................................5-80
Hazardous driving conditions ....................................5-78
Highway driving.........................................................5-81
Rocking the vehicle ....................................................5-78
Smooth cornering .......................................................5-79
Speedometer....................................................................3-59\
Sports mode ....................................................................5-15\
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ...................6-3
Starting the hybrid vehicle (Smart key).........................H-15
Steering wheel.................................................................3-16 Electric power steering (EPS) ....................................3-16
Heated steering wheel ................................................3-17
Horn ........................................................................\
....3-18
Telescope steering ......................................................3-17
Tilt steering.................................................................3-17
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Steering wheel audio control ............................................4-3
Storage compartment ....................................................3-145Center console storage .............................................3-145
Glove box .................................................................3-145
Multi box ..................................................................3-146
Sunglass holder ........................................................3-146
Sunglass holder .............................................................3-146
Sunroof, see panoramic sunroof .....................................3-42
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
3-148
Telescope steering ...........................................................3-17
The components of hybrid system .................................H-18
Theft-alarm system .........................................................3-13
Tilt steering .....................................................................3-1\
7
Tire chains .......................................................................5\
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Tire Mobility kit..............................................................6-15
Tire pressure monitoring system(TPMS) .........................6-9
Tire rotation ....................................................................7-47\
Tire specification and pressure label ................................8-9
Tires and wheels ......................................................7-44, 8-4 Checking tire inflation pressure .................................7-46
Low aspect ratio tires .................................................7-58
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...............7-45
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
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Tire maintenance ........................................................7-50
Tire replacement .........................................................7-48 Tire rotation ................................................................7-47
Tire sidewall labeling .................................................7-50
Tire traction ................................................................7-49
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-48
Wheel replacement .....................................................7-48
Towing ........................................................................\
....6-22
Trailer towing..................................................................5-92
Transaxle Automatic transaxle....................................................5-12
Shift lock system ........................................................5-16
Shift-lock release ........................................................5-16
Trip A/B ........................................................................\
..3-99
Trip computer..................................................................3-98 Digital speedometer..................................................3-102
Fuel Economy ..........................................................3-100
Trip A/B ......................................................................3-\
99
Trunk ........................................................................\
.......3-47 Smart trunk .................................................................3-50
Trunk room lamp ..........................................................3-118
Turn by turn (TBT) mode ...............................................3-90
Turn signals ...................................................................3-112
User settings mode..........................................................3-93
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