towing HYUNDAI TUCSON 2008 User Guide

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1) If the vehicle is being towed with the rear
wheels on the ground, be sure the parking
brake is released.
NOTE:Before towing, check the level of the auto-
matic transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT"
range on the dipstick, add fluid. If you
cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must be
used.
2) If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged or the vehicle is
being towed with the front wheels on the
ground, use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
o Manual Transaxle:
If you do not use a towing dolly, place the
ignition key in the "ACC" position and put the
transaxle in "N (Neutral)".
CAUTION:
Do not tow with the key removed or in the
"LOCK" position when towing from the
rear without a towing dolly.
o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
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CAUTION:
o When towing the vehicle, take care not to
cause damage to the bumper or under-
body of the vehicle.
o Do not tow with sling type truck as this
may cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.
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CAUTION:
A vehicle with an automatic transaxle should
never be towed from the rear with the front
wheels on the ground. This can cause se-
rious damage to the transaxle.
3) It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with all the wheels off the ground.

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Towing Hooks
Towing Hooks
D080B02O-AATTowing the 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle
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When towing the 4WD vehicle, it must be towed
by lifting all 4 wheels or using the towing dolly.
CAUTION:
o The 4WD vehicle should never be towed
with the wheels on the ground. This can
cause serious damage to the transaxle
or the 4WD system.
o When towing the vehicle, take care not to
cause damage to the bumper or under-
body of the vehicle.
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o Do not tow with sling type truck as this
may cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.

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IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYSD120A01A-AATIf you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers
can make you a new key if you have your key
number. If you lock the keys inside your car and
you cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai
dealers can use special tools to open the door
for you. For emergency towing when no commercial
tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,
chain or strap to one of the towing hooks under
the front/rear of your vehicle. Be very careful
when attempting this procedure when the ve-
hicle is on any unpaved surface to avoid dam-
age to your vehicle.
Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels,
drive train, axles, steering or brakes are dam-
aged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in
neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine
off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine
running). A driver must be in the towed vehicle
to steer it and operate the brakes.
NOTE:To avoid serious damage to your 4WD ve-
hicle, limit the towing to 10 mph and not for
more than 1 mile at ANY TIME.

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INDEX
5
S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-12
Rear..............................................................................................1-16
Seat warmer .................................................................................1-15
Seat Belts
3-point system.............................................................................1-21
Pretensioner seat belt ..................................................................1-31
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-22
Care of seat belts .........................................................................1-19
Precautions..................................................................................1-18
Shop Manual ......................................................................................8-14
Shopping Bag Holders......................................................................1-78
Sound
Brake pad warning sound ............................................................1-52
Spectacle Case.................................................................................1-71
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-54
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-6
Steering Wheel Free play .................................................................6-19
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ..................................................................1-86
Stereo Sound System ....................................................................1-109
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-68
Sun Visor...........................................................................................1-85
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-54
Tail Gate............................................................................................1-78
Tail gate window...........................................................................1-78
Theft-Alarm System............................................................................ 1-8Ticket Holder.....................................................................................1-86
Tires
Balancing......................................................................................8-11
Chains..........................................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire .......................................................................3-11
If you have a flat tire .....................................................................3-10
Information...................................................................................... 8-2
Maintenance.................................................................................8-13
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-12
Rotation........................................................................................8-11
Sidewall Labeling............................................................................ 8-6
Snow tires.....................................................................................8-10
Spare tire........................................................................................ 3-8
Terminology and Definition ............................................................ 8-7
Traction........................................................................................8-11
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle)......................................................................2-26
Emergency...................................................................................3-18
If your car must be towed ............................................................3-16
Traction Control System ...................................................................2-13
Transaxle
Automatic........................................................................................ 2-9
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-12
Manual............................................................................................ 2-7
Manual transaxle oil checking.....................................................6-11
Trip Computer...................................................................................1-55

Seoul KoreaPrinting: DEC. 28, 2007
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SERVICE STATION INFORMATION
FUEL:UNLEADED gasoline only
Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.FUEL TANK CAPACITYUS.gal (Imp.gal., liter) 2.7L: 17 (14.3, 65), 2.0L: 15 (12.8, 58)TIRE PRESSURE:See the label on the driver's side of the center pillar outer panel.OTHER TIRE INFORMATION:See pages 8-3 through 8-14.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). For other viscosity recommendations, 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 ...................................... 1-48 ~ 1-52
o Engine overheats....................................................................... 3-4
o Towing of your vehicle ........................................................... 3-16
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 ......................................................... 8-17