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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Maintenance Specifications
1
Caution: Modifications to Your Hyundai
2
Two-Way Radio or Cellular Telephone Installation
2
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warning
3
Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts
5
Table of Contents
7
Introduction
8
Introduction
9
How to Use this Manual
9
Fuel Requirements
10
Gasoline Containing Alcohol and Methanol
10
Operation in Foreign Countries
11
Fuel Additives
11
How to Use this Manual / 1-2
12
Vehicle Break-In Process
12
Fuel Requirements / 1-3
12
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
13
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Cluster
14
Your Vehicle at a Glance
15
Interior Overview
16
Instrument Panel Overview
17
Engine Compartment
18
Safety Features of Your Vehicle
19
Seats
20
Safety Features of Your Vehicle
21
Seat Belts
21
Seats
21
Features of Your Vehicle
22
Front Seat
23
Manual Adjustment
23
Seat Cushion Height (for Driver’s Seat)
23
Seatback Angle
23
Armrest (for Driver’s Seat)
24
Headrest
24
Active Headrest
25
Adjusting the Height up and down
25
Rear Seat
26
Seatback Pocket
26
Folding the Rear Seat
28
To Fold down the Rear Seatback
28
Seat Belt Restraint System
31
Seat Belts
31
Safety Features of Your Vehicle
32
Seat Belt Warning (for Driver’s Seat)
32
Height Adjustment (Front)
33
To Fasten Your Seat Belt
34
3 Point Rear Center Belt
35
To Fasten the Rear Center Belt
35
To Release the Seat Belt
35
To Unfasten the Rear Center Belt
36
Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt
37
Infant or Small Child
40
Seat Belt Precautions
40
Larger Children
41
Pregnant Women
41
Care of Seat Belts
42
Injured Person
42
One Person Per Belt
42
Periodic Inspection
43
When to Replace Seat Belts
43
Child Restraint System
44
Placing a Passenger Seat Belt into the Automatic Locking Mode
46
Securing a Child Restraint Seat with “Tether Anchor” System
48
Securing a Child Restraint Seat with Child Seat Lower Anchor System
50
Air Bag - Advanced Supplemental Restraint System
52
How Does the Air Bag System Operate
53
Noise and Smoke
54
Air Bag Warning Light
55
SRS Components and Functions
55
Driver’s Front Air Bag
57
Glove Box
57
Passenger’s Front Air Bag
58
Main Components of Occupant Detection System
59
Occupant Detection System
59
Proper Position
62
Driver's and Passenger's Front Air Bag
64
Side Impact Air Bag
68
Curtain Air Bag
69
Air Bag Collision Sensors
71
Air Bag Inflation Conditions
72
Front Air Bags
72
Air Bag Non-Inflation Conditions
73
Side Impact and Curtain Air Bags
73
SRS Care
76
Additional Safety Precautions
77
Adding Equipment to or Modifying Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
77
Air Bag Warning Label
78
Features of Your Vehicle
79
Key Operations
81
Keys
81
Record Your Key Number
81
Remote Keyless Entry
82
Remote Keyless Entry System Operations
82
Battery Replacement
83
Transmitter Precautions
83
Door Locks
85
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle
85
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle
86
Driver’s Door
87
Passeager’s Door
87
With Central Door Lock Switch
87
Impact Sensing Door Unlock System
88
Speed Sensing Door Lock System
88
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock
89
Opening the Trunk
90
Driving Your Vehicle
90
Closing the Trunk
91
Emergency Trunk Safety Release
91
Closing the Tailgate
92
Opening the Tailgate
92
Tailgate (5 Door)
92
Windows
94
Power Windows
95
Window Opening and Closing
95
Auto down Window
96
Power Window Lock Button
96
Manual Windows
97
Hood
98
Opening the Hood
98
Closing the Hood
99
Closing the Fuel Filler Lid
100
Fuel Filler Lid
100
Opening the Fuel Filler Lid
100
Sunroof
103
Automatic Reversal
104
Sliding the Sunroof
104
Tilting the Sunroof
105
To Close the Sunroof
105
To Open the Sunroof
105
Resetting the Sunroof
106
Sunshade
106
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
107
Steering Wheel
107
Tilt Steering
108
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
109
Horn
109
Inside Rearview Mirror
109
Manual Type
110
Outside Rearview Mirror
110
Remote Control
110
Electric Type
111
Folding the Outside Rearview Mirror
111
Instrument Cluster
112
Instrument Panel Illumination
113
Gauges
113
Speedometer
113
Tachometer
113
Engine Temperature Gauge
114
Fuel Gauge
115
Trip Computer
115
Odometer
116
Tripmeter
116
Maintenance
116
Distance to Empty (MI. or Km)
117
Average Fuel Consumption
117
Instant Fuel Consumption
117
Average Speed (MPH or Km/H)
118
Elapsed Time
118
Outside Thermometer
118
Warnings and Indicators
119
ECO Indicator
119
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
120
Seat Belt Warning
121
Turn Signal Indicator
121
High Beam Indicator
121
Tail Light Indicator
121
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
122
Parking Brake Warning
122
Low Brake Fluid Level Warning
122
Low Tire Pressure Telltale
123
Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator
124
Manual Transaxle Shift Indicator
124
Charging System Warning Light
124
Front Fog Light Indicator
124
Key Reminder Warning Chime
125
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
125
Malfunction Indicator Light
125
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Indicator
126
ESC off Indicator
126
Cruise Indicator
126
Cruise SET Indicator
127
Electric Power Steering(EPS) System Warning Light
127
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
127
Fuel Cap Open Warning Indicator
127
Hazard Warning Flasher
128
Lighting
129
Battery Saver Function
129
Tail Lamp Warning Chime
129
Headlamp Delay
129
Lighting Control
130
Parking Light Position
130
Headlight Position
130
High Beam Operation
131
Turn Signals and Lane Change Signals
131
Front Fog Light
132
Lighting / 4-51
133
Hazard Warning Flasher / 4-50
133
Instrument Cluster / 4-34
133
Wipers and Washers
133
Mirrors / 4-31
133
Windshield Wipers
133
Windshield Washers
134
Automatic Turn off Function
135
Interior Light
135
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
135
Map Lamp
136
Room Lamp
136
Luggage Room Lamp
137
Defroster
138
Outside Rearview Mirror Defroster
138
Rear Window Defroster
138
Manual Climate Control System
139
Heating and Air Conditioning
140
Bi-Level
141
Face-Level
141
Floor-Level
141
Mode Selection
141
Instrument Panel Vents
142
MAX A/C-Level (B, D, E)
142
Temperature Control
142
Air Intake Control
143
Outside (Fresh) Air Position
143
Recirculated Air Position
143
Air Conditioning
144
Fan Speed Control
144
Heating
145
System Operation
145
Ventilation
145
Air Conditioning System Operation Tips
146
Climate Control Air Filter
147
Automatic Climate Control System
148
Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning
149
Floor & Defrost
150
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
150
Defrost-Level
151
OFF Mode
154
To Defog Inside Windshield
155
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
155
Automatic Climate Control System
156
To Defrost Outside Windshield
156
Defogging Logic
157
Center Console Storage
158
Sliding Armrest
158
Storage Compartments
158
To Move Forward
158
Glove Box
159
Sunglass Holder
159
Luggage Net (Holder)
160
Cup Holder
161
Interior Features
161
Sunvisor
161
Power Outlet
162
Clothes Hanger
163
Digital Clock
163
Setup the Clock
163
With Audio off
163
Cargo Area Cover
164
Floor Mat Anchor(S)
164
Aux, USB and Ipod Port
165
Bluetooth Hands-Free
165
Audio System
166
Navigation System
165
CDC Mode
167
CDP Mode
167
RADIO Mode
167
Steering Wheel Audio Control
167
AM Radio Reception
168
FM Radio Reception
168
How Vehicle Audio Works
168
FM Radio Station
169
Satellite Radio Reception
170
Using a Cellular Phone or a Two-Way Radio
170
Care of Disc
171
Using RADIO, SETUP, VOLUME and AUDIO CONTROL
173
Main
174
Media
174
Scroll
174
XM
174
Clock
175
P.bass
175
Phone
175
BASS Control
176
FADER Control
176
MIDDLE Control
176
TREBLE Control
176
Using XM Satellite Radio
177
Button (RANDOM)
179
Button (REPEAT)
179
CD Eject Button
179
Using CD Player
179
CD Slot
180
Using USB Device
184
Using Ipod
187
Bluetooth Phone Operation
189
General Features
189
Receiving a Phone Call
189
Bluetooth Audio Music Streaming
190
Talking on the Phone
190
Pairing a Phone
191
Phone Setup
191
Changing Priority
192
Connecting a Phone
192
Deleting a Phone
192
Advanced Settings
193
Contacts Sync
193
Incoming Volume
193
Language of Bluetooth Voice Recognition
193
Menu Tree
194
Voice Operation
194
Voice Recognition Activation
194
Calling by Name
195
Dialing by Number
195
Direct Calling
195
Making a Phone Call
195
Adding Entry by Phone
196
Adding Entry by Voice
196
Phone Book (In-Vehicle)
196
Audio Speaker Adaptation
197
Changing Name
197
Deleting Name
197
Key Matrix
198
Driving Your Vehicle
199
Before Driving
201
Before Entering Vehicle
201
Necessary Inspections
201
Before Starting
202
ACC (Accessory)
203
Ignition Switch Position
203
Lock
203
Start
203
Accelerator Pedal
204
Starting the Engine
204
Manual Transaxle
205
Manual Transaxle Operation
205
Downshifting
206
Using the Clutch
206
Good Driving Practices
207
Automatic Transaxle
208
Automatic Transaxle Operation
208
Transaxle Ranges
209
Sports Mode
210
Ignition Key Interlock System
211
Shift Lock System
211
Moving up a Steep Grade from a Standing Start
213
Brake Pedal
214
Brake System
214
In the Event of Brake Failure
214
Power Brakes
214
Applying the Parking Brake
215
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
215
Parking Brake Lever
215
Rear Drum Brakes
215
Releasing the Parking Brake
216
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
217
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
219
ESC Operation
220
ESC Operation off
220
Indicator Light
220
When Operating
220
ESC off Usage
221
Good Braking Practices
221
When Driving
221
Malfunction Indicator
223
Vehicle Stability Management
223
VSM Operation
223
VSM Operation off
223
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
224
Cruise Control System
225
To Increase Cruise Control Set Speed
226
To Set Cruise Control Speed
226
To Cancel Cruise Control
227
To Decrease the Cruising Speed
227
To Temporarily Accelerate with the Cruise Control on
227
To Resume Cruising Speed at more than Approximately 25 Mph
228
To Turn Cruise Control off
228
Active ECO Operation
229
Active Eco System
229
Limitation of Active ECO Operation
229
Economical Operation
230
Brake System / 5-16
232
Driving in Flooded Areas
234
Driving in the Rain
234
Drive Belt
235
Winter Driving
236
Fuel, Engine Coolant and Engine Oil
235
Highway Driving
235
Tires
235
Snow Tires
236
Snowy or Icy Conditions
236
Chain Installation
237
Tire Chains
237
Check Battery and Cables
238
Check Spark Plugs and Ignition System
238
Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant
238
Carry Emergency Equipment
239
To Keep Locks from Freezing
239
Tire and Loading Information Label
240
Vehicle Capacity Weight
240
Vehicle Load Limit
240
Cargo Capacity
241
Seating Capacity
241
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
241
Towing Capacity
241
Certification Label
243
Vehicle Weight
245
Base Curb Weight
245
Cargo Weight
245
Vehicle Curb Weight
245
What to Do in an Emergency
247
Road Warning
248
In Case of an Emergency While Driving
248
Economical Operation / 5-32
232
Cruise Control System / 5-27
232
Special Driving Conditions
232
Hazardous Driving Conditions
232
Rocking the Vehicle
232
Smooth Cornering
233
Driving at Night
233
Active ECO System / 5-31
232
Road Warning / 6-2
248
If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing
248
If You Have a Flat Tire While Driving
248
If Engine Doesn't Turn over or Turns over Slowly
249
If Engine Stalls While Driving
249
If Engine Turns over Normally but Does Not Start
249
If the Engine will Not Start
249
Emergency Starting
250
Jump Starting
250
Jump Starting Procedure
251
Push-Starting
251
Emergency Starting / 6-4
252
If the Engine Overheats
252
If the Engine will Not Start / 6-3
252
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
253
Changing a Tire with TPMS
256
If You Have a Flat Tire (with Spare Tire, if Equipped)
258
Jack and Tools
258
Jacking Instructions
258
Removing and Storing the Spare Tire
259
Changing Tires
259
If You Have a Flat Tire (with Tire Mobility Kit, if Equipped)
266
Notes on the Safe Use of the Tire Mobility Kit
267
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit
268
Using the Tire Mobility Kit
269
Distributing the Sealant
270
Setting the Tire Inflation Pressure
270
Technical Data
271
Towing
272
Towing Service
272
Removable Towing Hook
273
Emergency Towing
273
Emergency Towing Precautions
275
Maintenance
276
Engine Coolant Reservoir
277
Fuse Box
277
Maintenance Services
278
Owner Maintenance Precautions
278
Owner’s Responsibility
278
Owner Maintenance
279
Owner Maintenance Schedule
279
When You Stop for Fuel
279
At Least Monthly
280
At Least Once a Year
280
At Least Twice a Year
280
While Operating Your Vehicle
280
Scheduled Maintenance Service
281
15,000 Miles (24,000 Km) or 12 Months
282
22,500 Miles (36,000 Km) or 18 Months
282
7,500 Miles (12,000 Km) or 6 Months
282
Normal Maintenance Schedule
282
30,000 Miles (48,000 Km) or 24 Months
283
37,500 Miles (60,000 Km) or 30 Months
283
45,000 Miles (72,000 Km) or 36 Months
284
52,500 Miles (84,000 Km) or 42 Months
284
60,000 Miles (96,000 Km) or 48 Months
285
67,500 Miles (108,000 Km) or 54 Months
285
75,000 Miles (120,000 Km) or 60 Months
286
82,500 Miles (132,000 Km) or 66 Months
286
90,000 Miles (144,000 Km) or 72 Months
287
97,500 Miles (156,000 Km) or 78 Months
287
105,000 Miles (168,000 Km) or 84 Months
288
112,500 Miles (180,000 Km) or 90 Months
288
120,000 Miles (192,000 Km) or 96 Months
289
127,500 Miles (204,000 Km) or 102 Months
289
135,000 Miles (216,000 Km) or 108 Months
290
142,500 Miles (228,000 Km) or 114 Months
290
150,000 Miles (240,000 Km) or 120 Months
291
No Check, no Service Required
291
Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions
292
Drive Belts
293
Engine Oil and Filter
293
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items
293
Fuel Filter
293
Air Cleaner Filter
294
Coolant
294
Cooling System
294
Spark Plugs
294
Drive Shafts and Boots
295
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
295
Parking Brake
295
Suspension Mounting Bolts
295
Checking the Engine Oil Level
296
Engine Oil
296
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
297
Checking the Coolant Level
298
Engine Coolant
298
Radiator Cap
298
Recommended Engine Coolant
299
Changing the Coolant
300
Brake/Clutch Fluid
301
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
301
Checking the Parking Brake
302
Checking the Washer Fluid Level
302
Washer Fluid
302
Air Cleaner
303
Filter Replacement
303
Filter Inspection
304
Parking Brake / 7-27
306
Wiper Blades
306
Washer Fluid / 7-27
306
Blade Inspection
306
Blade Replacement
306
Front Windshield Wiper Blade
307
Rear Window Wiper Blade
308
Battery
309
For Best Battery Service
309
Battery Recharging
310
Negative Battery Terminal
311
Positive Battery Terminal
311
Reset Items
311
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures
312
Tire Care
312
Tires and Wheels
312
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
313
How to Check
313
Tire Rotation
314
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
315
Without a Spare Tire
315
Tire Replacement
316
Compact Spare Tire Replacement
317
Tire Maintenance
317
Tire Traction
317
Wheel Replacement
317
Manufacturer or Brand Name
318
Tire Sidewall Labeling
318
Tire Size Designation
318
Wheel Size Designation
318
Checking Tire Life
319
Tire Speed Ratings
319
Tire Ply Composition and Material
320
Traction - AA, A, B & C
320
Tread Wear
320
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
320
Temperature -A, B & C
321
Tire Terminology and Definitions
321
All Season Tires
323
Snow
323
Summer Tires
323
Radial-Ply Tires
324
Blade Type
325
Cartridge Type
325
Fuses
325
Multi Fuse
325
Driver’s Side Panel
326
Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement
326
Engine Compartment Fuse Replacement
327
Memory Fuse
327
Fuse/Relay Panel Description
329
Instrument Panel (Driver’s Side Fuse Panel)
330
Engine Compartment Main Fuse Panel
332
Light Bulbs
333
Headlight / Side Marker
334
Turn Signal Light/Position Light
335
Front Fog Light Bulbs
336
Side Repeater Light Bulb Replacement
336
Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement
337
Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement (5 Door)
338
High Mounted Stop Light Bulb Replacement
340
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement
340
Interior Light Bulb Replacement
341
Appearance Care
343
Exterior Care
343
Exterior General Caution
343
Finish Maintenance
343
Bright-Metal Maintenance
344
Finish Damage Repair
344
Underbody Maintenance
344
Waxing
344
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
345
Common Causes of Corrosion
345
Corrosion Protection
345
High-Corrosion Areas
346
Moisture Breeds Corrosion
346
To Help Prevent Corrosion
346
Interior Care
347
Interior General Precautions
347
Cleaning the Interior Window Glass
348
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing
348
Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim
348
Vinyl
348
Crankcase Emission Control System
349
Emission Control System
349
Evaporative Emission Control
349
Canister
350
Exhaust Emission Control System
350
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
350
Vehicle Modifications
350
Operating Precautions for Catalytic Converters
351
California Perchlorate Notice
352
Specifications, Consumer Information, Reporting Safety Defects
353
Bulb Wattage
354
Dimensions
354
Capacity/Weight
355
Recommended Lubricants and Capacities
356
Recommended SAE Viscosity Number
357
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
357
Air Cleaner / 7-28
306
Climate Control Air Filter / 7-29
306
Recommended Lubricants and Capacities / 8-4
358
Capacity/Weight / 8-3
358
Tires and Wheels / 8-3
358
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
358
Vehicle Certification Label
358
Tire Specification and Pressure Label
359
Engine Number
359
Refrigerant Label
359
Consumer Information
360
Bulb Wattage / 8-2
358
Refrigerant Label / 8-7
360
Engine Number / 8-7
360
Tire Specification and Pressure Label / 8-7
360
Vehicle Certification Label / 8-6
360
Reporting Safety Defects
361
Index
362
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Model
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Language
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