What to do in an emergency
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
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2.When the car is stopped, turn on your
emergency hazard flashers, set the
parking brake and put the transaxle in
P (automatic transaxle) or Reverse
(manual transaxle).
If engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. If your car has an automatic transaxle,
be sure the gear selector lever is in N
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-
gency brake is set.
1. Check fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK
position, check all connectors at the
ignition coils and spark plugs.
Reconnect any that may be discon-
nected or loose.
3.Have all passengers get out of the car.
Be sure they all get out on the side of
the car that is away from traffic.
2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
4.When changing a flat tire, follow the
instruction provided later in this sec-
tion.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate the
starter, the battery is discharged.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com-
partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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4. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
If engine stalls while driving
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start
it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
WARNING
3. Try to start the engine again. If your
vehicle will not start, contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
If the engine will not start, do not
push or pull the car to start it. This
could result in a collision or cause
other damage. In addition, push or
pull starting may cause the catalyt-
ic converter to be overloaded and
create a fire hazard.
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