2006 Hyundai Elantra Owners Manual

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ignition switch is in either the "ON" or "ACC" position. 1. CD Select Button When the CD changer magazine contains discs, press the CD button and the CD changer can be used even if the radio is being used. The Hyundai CD changer can hold up to eight discs. The disc number will be lit, and the track number, and elapsed time will be displayed. 2. DISC Select Button To select the CD you want, push to change the disc number. TUNE DISC 3. TRACK UP/DOWN o The desired track on the disc currently being played can be selected using the track number. o Press once to skip forward to the begin- ning of the next track. Press once to skip back to the beginning of the track. 4. FF/REW ( / ) If you want to fast forward or reverse through the compact disc track, push and hold in the FF ( ) or REW ( ) button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. 5. REPEAT o To repeat the track you are listening to, press the RPT button. To cancel , press again. o If you do not release RPT operation when the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again. ! WARNING: Never attempt to change CDs the already inserted in the CD changer magazine while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control or an accident that may cause death, serious insury, or property damage. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 116 CAUTION: o Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD changer as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not insert anything like coins into the changer slot as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them. o Do not impact or strike the audio system, or the playback mechanism could be damaged. o Driving on the off-roads or other vibra- tions may skip your compact disc. Do not use the audio system on off- roads as the discs could be scratched and damaged. o Do not grip or pull out the disc with your hand while the disc is being pulled into the unit by the self loading mechanism. These can cause poor disc scratching to occur or damage the compact disc player. o Avoid using CD-Recordable or CD- Rewritable as the player could not be operated in recording way of the CD maker. When using the compact disc player, professionally recorded CDs are recommended. H290A01O-AAT STEREO RADIO OPERATION (H290) (If installed) 1. POWER ON/OFF VOLUME Control Knob 8. SCAN Button FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 117 7. EQUALIZER Button 6. BAND Select Button 5. PRESET Buttons 4. TUNE/SEEK Select Button 3. TREBLE/FAD Konb 2. BASS/BALANCE Control Knob H290A01O 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 118 H290B04E-GAT 1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob The radio unit may be operated when the ignition key is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Press the button to switch the power on. The display shows the radio frequency in the radio mode, the tape direction indicator in the tape mode or CD track in either the CD mode or CD AUTO CHANGER mode. To switch the power off, press the button again. VOLUME Control Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume and turn the knob counterclockwise to reduce the volume. 2. BASS/BALANCE Control Knob BASS Control Knob Press to pop the knob out. To increase the bass, rotate the knob clockwise, while to decrease the bass, rotate the knob counterclockwise. BALANCE Control knob Pull the Bass control knob out further. Rotate the knob clockwise to emphasize right speaker sound (left speaker sound will be attenuated). When the control knob is turned counterclock- wise, left speaker sound will be emphasized (right speaker sound will be attenuated). 3. TREBLE/FAD Knob TREBLE Control Knob Press to pop the knob out and turn to the left or right for the desired treble tone. FAD (Fader Control) Knob Pull the Treble control knob out further. Turn the control knob counterclockwise to emphasize front speaker sound (rear speaker sound will be attenuated). When the control knob is turned clockwise, rear speaker sound will be empha- sized (front speaker sound will be attenuated). 4. TUNE (Manual) Select Button Press the ( ) side or ( ) side to increase or to decrease the frequency. Press either button and hold down to continuously scroll. Release button once the desired station is reached. SEEK Operation (Automatic Channel Selection) Press the TUNE select button for 0.5 sec or more. Releasing it will automatically tune to the next available station with a beep sound. When the ( ) side is pressed longer than 0.5 second, releasing will automatically tune to the next higher frequency and when the ( ) side is pressed longer than 0.5 second and releasing will automatically tune to the next lower fre- quency. 5. PRESET STATION Select Buttons Six (6) stations for AM, FM1 and FM2 respec- tively can be preset in the electronic memory circuit. HOW TO PRESET STATIONS 6. BAND Selector Six AM and twelve FM stations may be pro- grammed into the memory of the radio. Then, by simply pressing the band select button and/or one of the six station select buttons, you may recall any of these stations instantly. To pro- gram the stations, follow these steps: o Press band selector to set the band for AM, FM1 or FM2. o Select the desired station to be stored by seek or manual tuning. o Determine the preset station select button you wish to use to access that station. o Press the station select button for more than two seconds. A select button indicator will show in the display indicating which select button you have depressed. The frequency display will flash after it has been stored into the memory with a beep sound. You should then release the button, and proceed to program the next desired station. A total of 18 stations can be programmed by selecting one AM and two FM station per button. o When completed, any preset station may be recalled by selecting AM, FM1 or FM2 band and the appropriate station button. FM/AM Pressing the button changes the AM, FM1 and FM2 bands. The mode selected is shown on the display. 7. EQUALIZER Button Press the EQ button to select the CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK and DEFEAT MODE for the desired tone quality. Each press of the button changes the display as follows; CLASSIC → JAZZ → ROCK → DEFEAT 8. SCAN Button When the scan button is pressed, the frequency will increase and the receivable stations will be tuned in one after another, receiving each sta- tion for 5 seconds. To stop scanning, press the scan button again. FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 119 CAUTION: o Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them. o Do not impact or strike the audio system, or the playback mechanism could be damaged. H290A01O 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 120 H290C01O-AAT CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER OPERATION (H290) (If installed) 4. TAPE EJECT Button 5. EQUALIZER Button 2. AUTO MUSIC Select Button 1. FF/REW Button 6. DOLBY Button 3. TAPE PROGRAM Button H290A01O FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 121 3. TAPE PROGRAM Button 6. DOLBY Button This allows you to play the reverse side of the tape by merely depressing the program button. An arrow will appear in the display to show tape direction. 4. TAPE EJECT button If you get background noise during tape PLAY, you can reduce this considerably by merely pressing the DOLBY button. If you want to cancel the DOLBY feature, press the button again. o When the button is pressed with a cass- ette loaded, the cassette will eject. o When the button is pressed during FF/ REW mode, the cassette will eject. 5. EQ Button Press the EQ button to select the CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK and DEFEAT MODE for the desired tone quality. Each press of the button changes the display as follows; CLASSIC → JAZZ → ROCK → DEFEAT CAUTION: o Do not insert anything like coins into the player slot as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them. o Do not impact or strike the audio system, or the playback mechanism could be damaged. H290D02O-GAT 1. FF/REW Button o Fast forward tape winding starts when the FF ( ) button is pressed during PLAY or REW mode. o Tape PLAY starts when the FF ( ) button is pressed again during FF mode. o Tape rewinding starts when the REW ( ) button is pressed during PLAY or FF mode. o Tape PLAY starts when the REW ( ) button pressed again during REW mode. 2. AUTO MUSIC Select Button Press the button to find the starting point of each song in a prerecorded music tape. The quiet space between songs (must have at least a 4 sec. gap) can be identified by the AUTO MUSIC Select button. o Pressing the button will play the begin- ning of the next music segment. o Pressing the button will start replay at the beginning of the music just listened to. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 122 H290E01O-AAT COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION (H290) (If installed) 6. CD EJECT Button 7. SCAN Button 5. EQUALIZER Button 3. TRACK UP/DOWN 2. FF/REW Button 4. REPEAT 1. CD Select Button H290A01O 4. REPEAT 7. SCAN Button FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 123 o To repeat the track you are currently listen- ing to, press the RPT button. To cancel, press again. o If you do not release RPT operation when the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again. 5. EQUALIZER Button Press the EQ button to select the CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK and DEFEAT MODE for the desired tone quality. Each press of the button changes the display as follows; CLASSIC → JAZZ → ROCK → DEFEAT 6. CD EJECT Button When the button is pressed with a CD loaded, the CD will eject. o Press the SCAN button to playback the first 10 seconds of each track. o Press the SCAN button again within 10 sec. When you have reached the desired track. NOTE: o To assure proper operation of the unit, keep the vehicle interior temperature within a normal range by using the vehicle's air conditioning or heating system. o When replacing the fuse, replace it with a fuse having the correct capacity. o The preset station frequencies are all erased when the car battery is discon- nected. Therefore, all data will have to be set again if this should occur. o Do not add any oil to the rotating parts. Keep magnets, screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the tape mechanism and head. H290F03O-GAT 1. CD Select Button o Insert the CD with the label facing upward. o Insert the CD to start CD playback, during radio operation or cassette tape playing. o When a disc is in the CD deck, if you press the CD button the CD player will begin playing even if the radio or cassette player is being used. o The CD player can be used when the ignition switch is in either the "ON" or "ACC" position. 2. FF/REW ( / ) If you want to fast forward or reverse through the compact disc track, push and hold the FF ( ) or REW ( ) button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. 3. TRACK UP/DOWN o The desired track on the disc currently being played can be selected using the track number. o Press button once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. Press button once to skip back to the beginning of the track. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 124 o This equipment is designed to be used only in a 12 volt DC battery system with negative ground. o This unit is made of precision parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust any parts. o When driving your vehicle, be sure to keep the volume of the unit set low enough to allow you to hear sounds coming from the outside. o Do not expose this equipment (includ- ing the speakers and tape) to water or excessive moisture. CAUTION: o Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD player as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not insert anything like coins into the player slot as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them. o Do not impact or strike the audio system, or the playback mechanism could be damaged. o Driving on the off-roads or other vibra- tions may skip your compact disc. Do not use the audio system on off- roads as the discs could be scratched and damaged. o Do not grip or pull out the disc with your hand while the disc is being pulled into the unit by the self loading mechanism. These can cause poor disc scratching to occur or damage the compact disc player. o Avoid using CD-Recordable or CD- Rewritable as the player could not be operated in recording way of the CD maker. When using the compact disc player, professionally recorded CDs are recommended. H290G01E-AAT CD AUTO CHANGER (H290) (If installed) FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 125 6. SCAN Button 7. EQUALIZER Button 3. TRACK UP/DOWN 4. FF/REW Button 5. REPEAT 2.DISC Select Button 1. CD CHANGER Select Button H290A01O 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 126 B290H03E-AAT The CD auto changer is located in the left side of the trunk. o To use the CD auto changer. 1. Open the sliding lid of the CD auto changer. 2. To eject the compact disc magazine, press the EJECT button located inside the CD auto changer. Insert the discs into the magazine. 3. 4. Push the magazine into the CD auto changer and close the sliding lid. o The CD auto changer can be used when the ignition switch is in either "ON" or "ACC" position. 1. CD CHANGER Select Button When the CD changer magazine contains discs, press the "CD/CDC" button and the CD changer can be used even if the radio or cassette player is being used. The Hyundai CD changer can hold up to eight discs. The disc number will be lit, and the track number, and elapsed time will be displayed. 2. DISC Select Button To select the CD you want, push to change the disc number. TUNE DISC 3. TRACK UP/DOWN o The desired track on the disc currently being played can be selected using the track number. o Press once to skip forward to the begin- ning of the next track. Press once to skip back to the beginning of the track. 4. FF/REW ( / ) If you want to fast forward or reverse through the compact disc track, push and hold in the FF ( ) or REW ( ) button. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. 5. REPEAT o To repeat the track you are currently listen- ing to, press the RPT button. To cancel, press again. o If you do not release RPT operation when the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again. 6. SCAN Button o Press the SCAN button to playback the first 10 seconds of each track. o Press the SCAN button again within 10 sec. When you have reached the desired track. 7. EQUALIZER Button Press the EQ button to select the CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK and DEFEAT MODE for the desired tone quality. Each press of the button changes the display as follows; CLASSIC → JAZZ → ROCK → DEFEAT NOTE: o When replacing the fuse, replace it with a fuse having the correct capacity. o This equipment is designed to be used only in a 12 volt DC battery system with negative ground. o This unit is made of precision parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust any parts. o When driving your vehicle, be sure to keep the volume of the unit set low enough to allow you to hear sounds coming from the outside. FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 127 WARNING: Never attempt to change CDs the already inserted in the CD changer magazine while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control or an accident that may cause death, serious insury, or property damage. CAUTION: o Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD changer as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not insert anything like coins into the changer slot as damage to the unit may occur. o Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them. o Do not impact or strike the audio system, or the playback mechanism could be damaged. o Driving on the off-roads or other vibra- tions may skip your compact disc. Do not use the audio system on off- roads as the discs could be scratched and damaged. o Do not grip or pull out the disc with your hand while the disc is being pulled into the unit by the self loading mechanism. These can cause poor disc scratching to occur or damage the compact disc player. o Avoid using CD-Recordable or CD- Rewritable as the player could not be operated in recording way of the CD maker. When using the compact disc player, professionally recorded CDs are recommended. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 128 AUDIO FAULT CODE B890A01Y-AAT If you see any error indication in the display while using the system in the CD or Tape mode, find the cause in the chart below. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Hyundai dealer. INDICATION CAUSE SOLUTION Er2 Er3 Er6 Er8 CD DECK MECHANICAL ERROR After resetting the audio system, push the eject button. (EJECT ERROR, LOADING ERROR) If disc is not ejected, consult your Hyundai dealer. FOCUS ERROR DATA READ ERROR DISC ERROR TAPE DECK ERROR TAPE EJECT ERROR Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged. Press the eject button and pull out the disc. Then insert a normal CD disc. Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged. After resetting the audio system, push the eject button. If tape does not eject, consult your Hyundai dealer. HHH TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH Fault code will reset automatically when the temperature returns to normal. no CD NO DISC IN MAGAZINE NO CD MAGAZINE IN THE AUTO CHANGER Insert disc in magazine or insert CD magazine in the auto changer. FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 129 CARE OF DISC B850A02F-AAT Proper Handling CARE OF CASSETTE TAPES Storage B860A01A-AAT When not in use, place your discs in their individual case and store them in a cool place away from the sun, heat, and dust. Do not grip or pull out the disc with your hand while the disc is being pulled into the unit by the self loading mechanism. Keep Your Discs Clean B850A01L Handle your disc as shown. Do not drop the disc. Hold the disc so you will not leave finger- prints on the surface. If the surface is scratched, it may cause the pickup to skip signal tracks. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels on the disc. Do not write on the disc. Damaged Disc Do not attempt to play damaged, warped or cracked discs. These could severely damage the playback mechanism. B850A02L Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of a disc could cause the pickup to skip signal tracks. Wipe the surface clean with a clean soft cloth. If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent to wipe it clean. B860A01L Proper care of your cassette tapes will extend the tape life and increase your listening enjoy- ment. Always protect your tapes and cassette cases from direct sunlight, severely cold and dusty conditions. When not in use, cassettes should always be stored in the original protec- tive cassette case. When the vehicle is very hot or cold, allow the interior temperature to become more comfortable before listening to your cas- settes. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 130 o Never leave a cassette inserted in the player when not being played. This could damage the tape player unit and the cassette tape. o We strongly recommend against the use of tapes longer than C-60 (60 minutes total). Tapes such as C-120 or C-180 are very thin and do not perform as well in the automotive environment. o Store cassettes in a cool, dry place with the open side facing down to prevent dust from setting in the cassette body. o Avoid repeated fast reverse usage to replay one given tune or tape section. This can cause poor tape winding to occur, and even- tually cause excessive internal drag and poor audio quality in the cassette. If this occurs, it can sometimes be corrected by fast winding the tape from end to end several times. If this does not correct the problem, do not continue to use the tape in your vehicle. o The playback head, capstan and pinch roll- ers will develop a coating of tape residue that can result in deterioration of sound quality, such as a wavering sound. They should be cleaned monthly using a commercially avail- able head cleaning tape or special solution available from audio specialty shops. Follow the supplier's directions carefully and never oil any part of the tape player unit. o Always be sure that the tape is tightly wound on its reel before inserting in the player. Rotate a pencil in the drive sprockets to wind up any slack. Head B880A03E-A o Be sure that the cassette label is not loose or peeling off or tape ejection may be difficult. o Never touch or soil the actual audio tape surfaces. o Keep all magnetized objects, such as elec- tric motors, speakers or transformers away from your cassette tapes and tape player unit. Cotton applicator B860A02L ANTENNA B870A01A-AAT Fixed Rod Antenna FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 131 B870B01Y-AAT Power Antenna (If installed) B870A01A B870B01E The antenna will automatically be extended when the radio power switch is turned on while the ignition key is in either the "ON" or "ACC" position. The antenna will automatically be re- tracted and stored when either the radio power switch is turned off or the ignition key is set to the "LOCK" position. Your car uses a fixed rod antenna to receive both AM and FM broadcast signals. This antenna is a removable type. To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. CAUTION: o Be sure to remove the antenna before washing the car in an automatic car wash or it may be damaged. o When reinstalling your antenna, it is important that it is fully tightened to ensure proper reception. B860A03L NOTE: Look at a tape before you insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning one of the hubs with a pencil or your finger. If the label is peeling off, do not put it in the drive mechanism. Do not leave tapes sitting where they are exposed to hot, warm, or high humidity, such as on top of the dashboard or in the player. If a tape is exposed to excessively hot or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before putting it in the player. 1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 132 CAUTION: o Before turning on the radio, make sure that no one is near the antenna. o Before entering an automatic car wash or a place with a low height clearance, turn off the radio and be sure that the antenna is retracted and stored. o If the antenna is dirty, be sure to clean it in order to avoid an operation malfunc- tion. B870D02Y-GAT Glass Antenna (If installed) CAUTION: o Do not clean the inner side of the rear window glass with an abrasive type of glass cleaner or use a scraper to remove foreign deposits from the inner surface of the glass as this may cause damage to the antenna elements. o Avoid adding metallic coating (Some aftermarket window tinting has metallic contents). These can disturb receiving AM and FM broadcast signals. B870D01E-A When the radio power switch is turned on while the ignition key is in either the "ON" or "ACC" position, your car will receive both AM and FM broadcast signals through the antenna in the rear window glass. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI Before Starting the Engine ............................................ 2-3 To Start The Engine ...................................................... 2-3 Key Positions ................................................................ 2-4 Starting .......................................................................... 2-5 Operating the Manual Transaxle ................................... 2-6 Automatic Transaxle ..................................................... 2-8 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................................. 2-12 Traction Control System (TCS) .................................. 2-12 Driving for Economy ................................................... 2-15 Smooth Cornering ....................................................... 2-16 Winter Driving ............................................................. 2-16 Trailer or Vehicle Towing ............................................ 2-18 Vehicle Load Limit ....................................................... 2-22 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS! C010A02A-AAT Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. o Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation. o Be sure the exhaust system does not leak. 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 your Hyundai dealer. o Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. 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 engine and back the car out. o Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the car. 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 /tail gate 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 windshield are kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions. PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain 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. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START THE ENGINE DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI C020A02A-AAT Before 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. ! WARNING: o All passengers must be properly belted whenever the vehicle is moving. Refer to pages: 1-17 through 1-23 for more infor- mation on their proper use. o Always check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially chil- dren, before putting a car into 'drive.' WARNING: Always wear appropriate shoes when oper- ating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake and accelerator pedal, and the clutch (if installed). C030A01A-AAT COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH o 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 than 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 2-5. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI KEY POSITIONS C040A01A-AAT WARNING: The engine should not be turned off or the key removed from the ignition key cylinder while the vehicle is in motion. The steering wheel is locked by removing the key. ACC NOTE: Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds. o "ON" When the key is in the "ON" position, the ignition is on and all accessories may be turned on. If the engine is not running, the key should not be left in the "ON" position. This will discharge the battery and may also damage the ignition sys- tem. C070C01A-AAT To Remove the Ignition Key ACC LOCK ON START LOCK ON o "ACC" With the key in the "ACC" position, some elec- trical accessories (radio, etc.) may be oper- ated. START o "LOCK" C040A01E-1 o "START" The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key. The key can be removed or inserted in this position. To protect against theft, the steering wheel locks by removing the key. NOTE: To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key, and then turn the steering wheel and key simultaneously. C070C01E-1 1. Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position. 2. Simultaneously push and turn the ignition counterclockwise from the "ACC" po- key sition to the "LOCK" position. 3. The key can be removed in the "LOCK" position. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 4. Turn the ignition key to the "START" position and release it when the engine starts. After the engine has started, allow the engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the vehicle in gear. The starter should not be operated for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 15-30 sec- onds between starting attempts to protect the starter from overheating. ! WARNING: Always fully depress the brake pedal before and while shifting out of the "P" Park posi- tion into another position to avoid inad- vertent motion of the vehicle which could injure persons in or around the car. STARTING C050A01A-AAT LOCK ON C050B02A-AAT Normal Conditions: The Starting Procedure: START C050A01E-1 WARNING: Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your car in or out of the area. The carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless and can cause serious injury or death. Insert key, and fasten the seat belt. 1. 2. Depress the clutch pedal fully and place the gearshift lever (manual transaxle) in neutral or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in "P" (park) position. 3. After turning the ignition key to the "ON" position, make certain all warning lights and gauges are functioning properly before start- ing the engine. WARNING: Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed when starting a manual transaxle vehicle. Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will not start unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. On a manual transaxle equipped vehicle that can be started without de- pressing the clutch, there is the potential to cause damage to the vehicle or injury to someone inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the forward or backward move- ment of the vehicle that will occur if the clutch is not depressed when the vehicle is started. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI MANUAL TRANSAXLE C070A03A-AAT OPERATING THE MANUAL TRANSAXLE HXDFL1023 Your Hyundai's manual transaxle has a con- ventional shift pattern. This shift pattern is im- printed on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gear is easily accom- plished. NOTE: o To shift into reverse, rest the lever in neutral for at least 3 seconds after your car is completely stopped. Then move the lever into the reverse position. o During cold weather, shifting may be difficult until the transaxle lubricant has warmed up. This is normal and not harm- ful to the transaxle. o If you 've come to a complete stop and it's hard to shift into 1st or R(Reverse), put the shift lever in N(Neutral) position and release the clutch. Press the clutch pedal down, and then shift into 1st or R(Reverse) gear position. o Do not use the shift lever as a handrest during driving, as this can result in pre- mature wear of the transaxle shift forks. CAUTION: o Do not downshift more than 2 gears or downshift the gear when the engine is running at high speed (5,000 RPM or higher). Such a downshifting may dam- age the engine. o When downshifting from fifth gear to fourth gear, caution should be taken not to inadvertently press the gear shift lever sideways in such a manner that second gear is engaged. Such a drastic down- shift may cause the engine speed to increase to the point that the tachometer will enter the red-zone. Such over-rev- ving of the engine may possibly cause engine damage. C070B03A-AAT Using the Clutch C070E03A-AAT Recommended Shift Points C070D05O-AAT Good Driving Practices DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI The clutch should be pressed all the way to the floor before shifting, then released slowly. The clutch pedal should always be fully released while driving. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This can cause unneces- sary wear. Do not partially engage the clutch to hold the car on an incline. This causes unnecessary wear. Use the foot brake or parking brake to hold the car on an incline. Do not operate the clutch pedal rapidly and repeatedly. Shift from-to Recommended mph (km/h) 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 15 (20) 25 (40) 35 (55) 45 (75) The shift points as shown above are recom- mended for optimum fuel economy and perfor- mance. o Never take the car out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the car in gear. o Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when you are driving down a long hill, slow down and shift to a lower gear. When you do this, engine braking will help slow the car. o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear. This will help avoid over-revving the engine, which can cause damage. o Slow down when you encounter cross winds. This gives you much better control of your car. o Be sure the car is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into reverse. The transaxle can be damaged if you do not. To shift into reverse, depress the clutch, move the shift lever to neutral, wait three seconds, then shift to the reverse position. o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface. Be especially careful when braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a slippery surface, an abrupt change in ve- hicle speed can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle to go out of control. o Optimum vehicle performance and economy is obtained by smoothly depressing and releasing the accelerator pedal. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE C090A02Y-AAT ! WARNING: o Always buckle-up! In a collision, an unbelted occupant is significantly more likely to be seriously injured or killed than a properly belted occupant. o Avoid high speeds when cornering or turning. o Do not make quick steering wheel move- ments, such as sharp lane changes or fast, sharp turns. o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if you lose control of your vehicle at high- way speeds. o Loss of control often occurs if two or more wheels drop off the roadway and the driver oversteers to reenter the road- way. o In the event your vehicle leaves the road- way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow down before pulling back into the travel lanes. o Never exceed posted speed limits. WARNING: o If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it for- ward and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are any- where near the vehicle. During the rock- ing operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury to nearby people or damage to objects. C090A01E-M The highly efficient Hyundai automatic transaxle has four forward speeds and one reverse speed. It has a conventional shift pattern as shown in the illustration. At night, with the multi- function switch turned on to the parking light or headlight position, the appropriate symbol on the shift pattern indicator will be illuminated according to the range selected. CAUTION: Never shift into "R" or "P" position while the vehicle is moving. C090B01A-AAT The function of each position is as fol- lows: o P (Park): Use to hold the vehicle in place when parked or while starting the engine; shift the selector lever to the "P" (Park) position. Whenever parking the car, apply the parking brake and shift the selec- tor lever to the "P" (Park) position. NOTE: Depress the brake pedal and push the button when shifting. Push the button when shifting. The selector lever can be shifted freely. HXD007 CAUTION: Never place the selector lever in the "P" (Park) position unless the vehicle is fully stopped. Failure to observe this caution will cause severe damage to the transaxle. The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the battery has been disconnected, may be some- what abrupt. This is a normal condition, and the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts are cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxle Control Module.) C090C01A-AAT o R (Reverse): Use for backing up the vehicle. Bring the car to a complete stop before shifting the selector lever to "R" position. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI C090D02A-AAT o N (Neutral): In the "N" position, the transaxle is in neutral, which means that no gears are engaged. The engine can be started with the shift lever in "N" position, although this is not recommended except if the engine stalls while the car is moving. C090E01A-AAT o D (Drive): Use for normal driving. The transaxle will auto- matically shift through a four-gear sequence. Never downshift manually to "2" position or "L" position when vehicle speed is more than 60 mph (96 km/h). C090Q01A-GAT o 3 (Third gear): Use for towing a trailer during hill climbing or to use engine braking downhill. "3" automatically shifts between 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears. This means that no shift-up to 4th gear is performed. However, the shift-up to 4th gear is done when the car speed exceeds a certain value to prevent the engine from over- revving. Manually move the selector to "D" when returning to normal driving condition. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 10 C090F01A-AAT o 2 (Second gear): Use for driving on a slippery road, hill climbing or engine braking downhill. "2" automatically shifts between first and second gears. This means that no shift-up to 3rd gear is performed. However, the shift-up to third gear is done when the car speed exceeds a certain value to prevent the engine from over-revving. Manually move the selector to "D" returning to normal driving condition. C090G01A-AAT o L (Low gear): Use for driving up a very steep grade or for engine braking when descending steep hills. When downshifting to "L", the transaxle will temporarily remain in second gear until the vehicle has slowed enough for low gear to engage. Do not exceed 31 mph (50 km/h) in low gear. C090H01Y-AAT NOTE: o For smooth and safe operation, depress the brake pedal when shifting from "N"(Neutral) position or "P"(Park) posi- tion to a forward or "R"(Reverse) gear. o The ignition key must be in the "ON" position and the brake pedal fully de- pressed in order to move the shift lever from the "P" (Park) position to any of the other positions. o It is always possible to shift from "R", "N", "D", "3", "2", "L" position to "P" position. The vehicle must be fully stopped to avoid transaxle damage. C090I02Y-AAT CAUTION: o Shift into "R" and "P" position only when the vehicle has completely stopped. o Do not accelerate the engine in reverse or any of the forward positions with the brakes applied. o Always apply the footbrake when shift- ing from "P" or "N", to "R", "D", "3", "2" or "L" position. o Do not use the "P" (Park) position in place of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake, shift the transaxle into "P" (Park) position and turn off the ignition when you leave the vehicle, even momentarily. Never leave the vehicle un- attended while the engine is running. o Check the automatic transaxle fluid level regularly, and add fluid as necessary. See the maintenance schedule for the proper fluid recommendation. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 11 o In the event your vehicle leaves the road- way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow down before pulling back into the travel lanes. o In a collision, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. o Never exceed posted speed limits. o If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it for- ward and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are any- where near the vehicle. During the rock- ing operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward of backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects. C090N04O-AAT Good Driving Practices o Never move the gear selector lever from "P" or "N" to any other position with the accelera- tor pedal depressed. o Never move the gear selector lever into "P" when the vehicle is in motion. o Be sure the car is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into "R". o Never take the car out of gear and coast down a hill. This may be extremely hazard- ous. Always leave the car in gear when moving. o Do not "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when you are driving down a long hill, slow down and shift to a lower gear. When you do this, engine braking will help slow the car. o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear. Otherwise, the lower gear may not be en- gaged. o Always use the parking brake. Do not de- pend on placing the transaxle in "P" to keep the car from moving. o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface. Be especially careful when braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a slippery surface, an abrupt change in ve- hicle speed can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle to go out of control. o Optimum vehicle performance and economy is obtained by smoothly depressing and releasing the accelerator pedal. WARNING: o Avoid high cornering speeds. o Do not make quick steering wheel move- ments, such as sharp lane changes or fast, sharp turns. o Always wear your seat belts. In a collision, unbelted person is signifi- cantly more likely to be seriously injured or killed than a person wearing a seat belt. o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if you lose control of your vehicle at high- way speeds. o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if you lose control of your vehicle at high- way speeds. o Loss of control often occurs if two or more wheels drop off the roadway and the driver oversteers to reenter the road- way. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 12 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) C120A01FC-AAT (If installed) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con- trol module monitors the wheel speed and con- trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus, in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS will increase vehicle control during braking. NOTE: o A click sound may be heard in the engine compartment when the vehicle begins to move after the engine is started. These conditions are normal and indicate that the anti-lock brake system (Traction Control System) is functioning prop- erly. o During ABS (TCS) operation, a pulsation may be felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the engine compartment while braking. These conditions are normal and indicate that the anti-lock brake system (Traction Control System) is func- tioning properly. WARNING: ABS (TCS) will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even though vehicle control is improved during emergency braking, always main- tain a safe distance between you and ob- jects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always be reduced during extreme road condi- tions. The braking distance for cars equipped with an anti-lock braking system (Traction Control System) may be longer than for those without it in the following road con- ditions. During these conditions the vehicle should be driven at reduced speeds: o Rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. o With tire chains installed. o On roads where the road surface is pit- ted or has different surface height. The safety features of an ABS (TCS) equipped vehicle should not be tested by high speed driving or cornering. This could endanger the safety of yourself or others. TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) C300A02Y-GAT (If installed) C300A02E On slippery road surfaces, the traction control system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively, thus helping the car to accelerate. It also helps to provide sufficient driving force and steering performance as the car turns. SLIP Control Limits the drive wheels from spinning exces- sively during starting or while making acceler- ated turns on slippery roads to avoid losing the driving force of the front wheels. Driving hints TCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to decelerate the car sufficiently before entering curves. CAUTION: When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control has been activated. It also means that the road is slippery or your car is accelerating excessively. In this situation, release foot pressure from the accelerator pedal and maintain moderate speed. WARNING: Traction control is only a driving aid; all normal precautions for driving in inclem- ent weather and on slippery driving sur- faces should be observed. C310B01O-AAT TCS ON/OFF Mode C310D01O-AAT Indicators and Warning DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 13 When the TCS is operating, the TCS indicator in the instrument cluster will blink. If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS switch, the TCS-OFF indicator will come on and stay on. In the TCS-OFF mode, the SLIP control will be deactivated. Adjust you driving accord- ingly. To turn the system back on, press the switch again. The TCS-OFF indicator should go off. NOTE: 1) The TCS mode will automatically be turned "ON" after the engine is turned off and restarted. 2) When the traction control system is operating properly, you can feel a slight pulsation in the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake control and indicates nothing unusual. 3) When the engine starts, a click may be heard from the engine compartment; this is the sound of the traction control being checked. 4) When moving out of the mud or fresh snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not cause the engine speed to in- crease due to TCS operation. The TCS indicators should illuminate when the ignition key is turned to "ON" or "START" but should go out after three seconds. If the indicators do not illuminate, or the TCS or TCS-OFF indicator does not go out after 3 seconds, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Should there be any unusual conditions in the TCS system while driving, TCS-OFF indicator illuminates as a warning. If TCS-OFF indicator illuminates, pull your car to a safe place and stop the engine. Then, start the engine again to check if the TCS- OFF indicator goes out. If the indicator remains lit even after the engine has been started, have your car checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer. NOTE: 1) When the TCS-OFF indicator illuminates, traction control is automatically deacti- vated . 2) This warning function is not provided when the driver selects the TCS-OFF mode. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 14 C130A02A-AAT Good braking practices WARNING: o Whenever leaving vehicle or parking, always set the parking brake as far as possible and fully engage the vehicle's transaxle into the park position. Ve- hicles not fully engaged in park with the parking brake set are at risk for moving inadvertently and injuring yourself or others. o All vehicles should always have the park- ing brake fully engaged when parking to avoid inadvertent movement of the car which can injure occupants or pedestri- ans. o Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf panel behind the rear seat. If there were an accident or a sudden stop, such objects could move forward and cause damage to the vehicle or injure the occu- pants. o After being parked, check to be sure the parking brake is not engaged and that the parking brake indicator light is out before driving away. o Driving through water may get the brakes wet. They can also get wet when the car is washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous! Your car will not stop as quickly if the brakes are wet. Wet brakes may cause the car to pull to one side. To dry the brakes, apply the brakes lightly while driving slowly until the braking action returns to normal, taking care to keep the car under control at all times. If the braking action does not return to normal, stop as soon as it is safe to do so and call your Hyundai dealer for assistance. o Don't coast down hills with the car out of gear. This is extremely hazardous. Keep the car in gear at all times, use the brakes to slow down, then shift to a lower gear so that engine braking will help you maintain a safe speed. o Don't "ride" the brake pedal. Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving can be dangerous because it can result in the brakes overheating and losing their effectiveness. It also increases the wear of the brake com- ponents. o If a tire goes flat while you are driving, apply the brakes gently and keep the car pointed straight ahead while you slow down. When you are moving slowly enough for it to be safe to do so, pull off the road and stop in a safe place. o If your car is equipped with an automatic transaxle, don't let your car creep forward. To avoid creeping forward, keep your foot on the brake pedal when the car is stopped. o Use caution when parking on a hill. Firmly engage the parking brake and place the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic transaxle) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle). If your car is facing downhill, turn the front wheels into the curb to help keep the car from rolling. If your car is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb to help keep the car from rolling. If there is no curb or if it is required by other conditions to keep the car from rolling, block the wheels. o Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk that the parking brake may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then release the parking brake. o Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with the accelerator pedal. This can cause the transmission to overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 15 o Remember, your Hyundai does not require extended warm-up. After the engine has started, allow the engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the vehicle in gear. In very cold weather, however, give your engine a slightly longer warm-up period. o Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in too high a gear result- ing in the engine bucking. If this happens, shift to a lower gear. Over-revving is racing the engine beyond its safe limit. This can be avoided by shifting at the recommended speeds. o Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air conditioning system is operated by engine power so your fuel economy is reduced when you use it. DRIVING FOR ECONOMY C140A02A-AAT You can save fuel and get more miles from your car if you follow these suggestions: o Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate. Don't make "jack-rabbit" starts or full- throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruising speed. Don't race between stoplights. Try to adjust your speed to that of the other traffic so you don't have to change speeds unnec- essarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos- sible. Always maintain a safe distance from other vehicles so you can avoid unneces- sary braking. This also reduces brake wear. o Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving at a moderate speed, especially on the high- way, is one of the most effective ways to reduce fuel consumption. o Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This can increase fuel consumption and also increase wear on these components. In addition, driving with your foot resting on the brake pedal may cause the brakes to over- heat, which reduces their effectiveness and may lead to more serious consequences. o Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure. Incorrect inflation, either too much or too little, results in unnecessary tire wear. Check the tire pressures at least once a month. o Be sure that the wheels are aligned cor- rectly. Improper alignment can result from hitting curbs or driving too fast over irregular surfaces. Poor alignment causes faster tire wear and may also result in other problems as well as greater fuel consumption. o Keep your car in good condition. For better fuel economy and reduced maintenance costs, maintain your car in accordance with the maintenance schedule in Section 5. If you drive your car in severe conditions, more frequent maintenance is required (see Section 5 for details). o Keep your car clean. For maximum service, your Hyundai should be kept clean and free of corrosive materials. It is especially impor- tant that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed to accumulate on the underside of the car. This extra weight can result in increased fuel consumption and also contribute to corro- sion. o Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary weight in your car. Weight reduces fuel economy. o Don't let the engine idle longer than neces- sary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic), turn off your engine and restart only when you're ready to go. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 16 SMOOTH CORNERING WINTER DRIVING C150A01A-AAT Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners should always be taken under gentle accelera- tion. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear will be held to a minimum. C160A01A-AAT The more severe weather conditions of winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimize the problems of winter driving, you should follow these suggestions: C160B01A-AAT Snowy or Icy Conditions To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires or to install tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your car. Speeding, rapid accelera- tion, sudden brake applications, and sharp turns are potentially very hazardous practices. During deceleration, use engine braking to the fullest extent. Sudden brake applications on snowy or icy roads may cause skids to occur. You need to keep sufficient distance between the vehicle in front and your vehicle. Also, apply the brake gently. It should be noted that installing tire chains on the tire will provide a greater driving force, but will not prevent side skids. NOTE: Tire chains are not legal in all states. Check state laws before fitting tire chains. C160C01A-AAT Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It is the only type of coolant that should be used because it helps prevent corrosion in the cool- ing system, lubricates the water pump and prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or replen- ish your coolant in accordance with the main- tenance schedule in Section 5. Before winter, have your coolant tested to assure that its freezing point is sufficient for the temperatures anticipated during the winter. C160D01A-AAT Check Battery and Cables Winter puts additional burdens on the battery system. Visually inspect the battery and cables as described in Section 6. The level of charge in your battery can be checked by your Hyundai dealer or a service station. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 17 C160E01A-AAT Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Neces- sary C160H02A-AAT Use Approved Window Washer Anti- Freeze in System C160J01A-AAT Don't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate Underneath In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See Section 9 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you should use, consult your Hyundai dealer. C160F01A-AAT Check Spark Plugs and Ignition System Inspect your spark plugs as described in Sec- tion 6 and replace them if necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way. C160G01A-AAT To Keep Locks from Freezing To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock is frozen internally, you may be able to thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle the heated key with care to avoid injury. To keep the water in the window washer system from freezing, add an approved window washer anti-freeze solution in accordance with instruc- tions on the container. Window washer anti- freeze is available from Hyundai dealers and most auto parts outlets. Do not use engine coolant or other types of anti-freeze as these may damage the paint finish. Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with the steering. When driving in severe winter condi- tions where this may happen, you should peri- odically check underneath the car to be sure the movement of the front wheels and the steering components is not obstructed. C160I01A-AAT Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze C160K01A-AAT Carry Emergency Equipment Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk the parking brake may freeze, apply it only tempo- rarily while you put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then release the parking brake. Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car, you should carry appropri- ate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc. 2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 18 C170A01A-AAT HIGHER SPEED MOTORING Pre-Trip Inspections 1. Tires: Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specifica- tion. Low tire inflation pressures will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires. Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may result in reduced traction or tire failure. NOTE: Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure shown on the tires. WARNING: o Underinflated or overinflated tires can cause poor handling, loss of vehicle control, and sudden tire failure leading to accidents, injuries, and even death. Always check tires are properly inflated before driving. Refer to pages 2-22 and 8-3 for proper tire pressures and further information. o Driving on tires with no or insufficient tread is dangerous. Worn-out tires can result in loss of vehicle control, colli- sions, injury, and even death. Worn-out tires should be replaced as soon as possible and should never be used for driving. Always check tire tread before driving your car. Refer to 8-10 for further information and tread limits. TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING C190A02S-AAT If you are considering towing with your car, you should first check with your State's Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal re- quirements. Since laws vary from State to State, the require- ments for towing trailers, cars, other types of vehicles, or apparatus may differ. Ask your Hyundai dealer for further details before towing. CAUTION: Do not do any towing with your car during its first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow the engine to properly break in. Fail- ure to heed this caution may result in seri- ous engine or transaxle damage. 2. Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil: High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to check both engine coolant and engine oil. 3. Drive belt: A loose or damaged drive belt may result in overheating of the engine. C180A01A-AAT USE OF LIGHTS Check your lights regularly for correct opera- tion and always keep them clean. When driving during the day in conditions of poor visibility, it is helpful to drive with headlights on low beam. This enables you to be seen as well as to see. C190B01S-AAT Trailer Hitches Select the proper hitch and ball combination, making sure that it's location is compatible with that of the trailer or vehicle being towed. Use a quality non-equalizing hitch which distrib- utes the tongue load uniformly throughout the chassis. The hitch should be bolted securely to the car and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOT USE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY INSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THAT ATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER. C190C03S-AAT Trailer Brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed and operating correctly. NOTE: If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. See "Maintenance Un- der Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-6.

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