Get Driving your vehicle Guide for Hyundai I10 4 Door Second Generation (2013-2019)

Driving your vehicle

• Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30

• Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31

• Good braking practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31

BEFORE DRIVING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

• Before entering vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

• Before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . 5-32

KEY IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

• Ignition switch position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

• Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

• Illuminated engine start/stop button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

• Engine start/stop button position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

• Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

MANUAL TRANSAXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

• Manual transaxle operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

• Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14

• Automatic transaxle operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

• Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18

• Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18

SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. . . . . . . . . . 5-34

• Hazardous driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34

• Rocking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34

• Smooth cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35

• Driving at night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35

• Driving in the rain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35

• Driving in flooded areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36

WINTER DRIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37

• Snow or icy conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37

VEHICLE WEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40

• Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40

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BRAKING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

• Power brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

• Disc brakes wear indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21

• Rear drum brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21

• Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21

• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26

• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM). . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29

Driving your vehicle

WARNING

Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and death.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.

Do not inhale engine exhaust.

If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. Exposure to CO can cause uncon-

sciousness and death by asphyxiation.

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 vehicle, we recom-

mend that the exhaust system be checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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. Run the engine only long enough

to start the engine and to move the vehicle out of the garage.

Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle.

If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in an unenclosed

area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan control to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.

Keep the air intakes clear.

To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the ventilation air intakes located in front of the windshield clear of

snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.

If you must drive with the tailgate lid open:

Close all windows.

Open instrument panel air vents.

Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face", and the fan control to high.

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Driving your vehicle

BEFORE DRIVING

Before entering vehicle

• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-

ror(s), and outside lights are clean.

• Visually check the tires for uneven

wear and damage.

• Check under the vehicle for any sign of

leaks.

Before starting

WARNING - Driving under

the influence of alcohol or

drugs

• Make sure the hood, the tailgate, and

the doors are securely closed and

locked.

• Adjust the position of the seat and

steering wheel.

• Adjust the inside and outside rearview

mirrors.

• Verify all lights work.

NEVER drink or take drugs and

drive. Drinking or taking drugs and

driving is dangerous and may

result in an accident and SERIOUS

INJURY or DEATH.

• Be sure there are no obstacles behind

you if you intend to back up.

Drunk driving is the number one

contributor to the highway death

toll each year. Even a small amount

of alcohol will affect your reflexes,

perceptions and judgment. Just

one drink can reduce your ability to

respond to changing conditions

and emergencies and your reaction

time gets worse with each addition-

al drink.

Driving while under the influence of

drugs is as dangerous or more dan-

gerous than driving under the influ-

ence of alcohol.

You are much more likely to have a

serious accident if you drink or

take drugs and drive. If you are

drinking or taking drugs, don't

drive. Do not ride with a driver who

has been drinking or taking drugs.

Choose a designated driver or call

a taxi.

• Fasten your seatbelt. Check that all

passengers have fastened their seat-

belts.

• Check the gauges and indicators in the

instrument panel and the messages on

the instrument display when the igni-

tion switch is in the ON position.

• Check that any items you are carrying

are stored properly or fastened down

securely.

WARNING

All passengers must be properly

belted whenever the vehicle is mov-

ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in chapter

3 for more information on their

proper use.

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Driving your vehicle

KEY IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)

ACC (Accessory)

WARNING - Ignition switch

The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-

trical accessories are usable.

• NEVER turn the ignition switch

to the LOCK or ACC position

while the vehicle is in motion

except in an emergency. This will

result in the engine turning off

and loss of power assist for the

steering and brake systems. This

may lead to loss of directional

control and braking function,

which could cause an accident.

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NOTICE

If difficulty is experienced turning the

ignition switch to the ACC position, turn

the key while turning the steering wheel

right and left to release the tension.

ON

The warning lights can be checked

before the engine is started. This is the

normal running position after the engine

has started.

Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON

position when the engine is not running

to prevent the battery from discharging.

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• Before leaving the driver's seat,

always make sure the shift lever

is in 1st gear (for manual

transaxle vehicle) or P (Park, for

automatic transaxle vehicle)

position, apply the parking brake,

and turn ignition switch to the

LOCK position. Unexpected vehi-

cle movement may occur if these

precautions are not followed.

• NEVER reach through the steer-

ing wheel for the ignition switch,

or any other control, while the

vehicle is in motion. The pres-

ence of your hand or arm in this

area may cause a loss of vehicle

control resulting in an accident.

Ignition switch position

LOCK

The steering wheel locks to protect

against theft. The ignition key can be

removed only in the LOCK position.

When turning the ignition switch to the

LOCK position, push the key in slightly at

the ACC position and turn the key

towards the LOCK position.

START

Turn the ignition switch to the START

position to start the engine. The switch

returns to the ON position when you let

go of the key.

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Driving your vehicle

Starting the engine

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NOTICE

CAUTION

• Whether the engine is cold or warm,

always start the vehicle with your foot

on the brake pedal. Do not depress the

accelerator while starting the vehicle.

Do not race the engine while warming

it up.

To prevent damage to the vehicle:

WARNING

• Do not hold the ignition key in the

START position for more than 10

seconds. Wait 5 to 10 seconds

before trying again.

• If traffic and road conditions per-

mit, you may put the shift lever in

the N (Neutral) position while the

vehicle is still moving and turn

the ignition switch to the START

position in an attempt to restart

the engine.

Always wear appropriate shoes

when operating your vehicle.

Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski

boots,etc.) may interfere with your

ability to use the brake, accelerator,

and clutch (pedals).

• In extremely cold weather (below

- 18°C / 0°F) or after the vehicle has

not been operated for several days, let

the engine warm up without depress-

ing the accelerator pedal.

1. Make sure the parking brake is

applied.

2. Manual Transaxle - Depress the

clutch pedal fully and shift the

transaxle into Neutral. Keep the clutch

pedal and brake pedal depressed

while turning the ignition switch to the

start position.

• Do not push or tow your vehicle

to start the engine.

Automatic Transaxle - Place the

transaxle shift lever in P (Park).

Depress the brake pedal fully.

You can also start the engine when

the shift lever is in the N (Neutral)

position.

3.Turn the ignition switch to the START

position. Hold the key (maximum of 10

seconds) until the engine starts and

release it.

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Driving your vehicle

ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON (IF EQUIPPED)

■ Left-hand drive

Vehicles equipped with anti-theft steering

column lock

The steering wheel locks when the

engine start/stop button is in the OFF

position to protect you against theft.

Engine start/stop button position

OFF

It locks when the door is opened.

If the steering wheel is not locked prop-

erly when you open the driver's door, the

warning chime will sound. Try locking the

steering wheel again. If the problem is

not solved, we recommend that the sys-

tem be checked by an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

With manual transaxle

To turn off the engine (START/RUN posi-

tion) or vehicle power (ON position), stop

the vehicle then press the engine

start/stop button.

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■ Right-hand drive

In addition, if the engine start/stop button

is in the OFF position after the driver's

door is opened, the steering wheel will

not lock and the warning chime will

sound. In such a situation, close the door.

Then the steering wheel will lock and the

warning chime will stop.

With automatic transaxle

To turn off the engine (START/RUN posi-

tion) or vehicle power (ON position),

press the engine start/stop button with

the shift lever in the P (Park) position.

When you press the engine start/stop

button without the shift lever in the P

(Park) position, the engine start/stop but-

ton will not change to the OFF position

but to the ACC position.

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NOTICE

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If the steering wheel doesn't unlock

properly, the engine start/stop button

will not work. Press the engine

start/stop button while turning the

steering wheel right and left to release

tension.

Illuminated engine start/stop but-

ton

Whenever the front door is opened, the

engine start/stop button will illuminate

and will go off after about 30 seconds

after the door is closed.

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Driving your vehicle

ACC(Accessory)

ON

WARNING

To turn the engine off in an emer-

gency:

Press and hold the Engine

Start/Stop button for more than two

seconds OR Rapidly press and

release the Engine Start/Stop but-

ton three times (within three sec-

onds).

If the vehicle is still moving, you

can restart the engine without

depressing the brake pedal by

pressing the Engine Start/Stop but-

ton with the shift lever in the N

(Neutral) position.

With manual transaxle

Press the engine start/stop button when

the button is in the OFF position without

depressing the clutch pedal.

Press the engine start/stop button when

the button is in the ACC position without

depressing the clutch pedal.

With automatic transaxle

Press the engine start/stop button while it

is in the OFF position without depressing

the brake pedal.

Press the engine start/stop button while it

is in the ACC position without depressing

the brake pedal.

The steering wheel unlocks (if equipped

with anti-theft steering column lock) and

electrical accessories are usable.

If you leave the engine start/stop button

in the ACC position for more than one

hour, the battery power will turn off auto-

matically to prevent the battery from dis-

charging.

The warning lights can be checked

before the engine is started. If you leave

the engine start/stop button in the ON

position for more than one hour, the bat-

tery power will turn off automatically to

prevent the battery from discharging.

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Driving your vehicle

START/RUN

✽

NOTICE

WARNING

If you press the engine start/stop button

without depressing the clutch pedal for

manual transaxle vehicles or without

depressing the brake pedal for automat-

ic transaxle vehicles, the engine will not

start and the engine start/stop button

changes as follow:

• NEVER

press

the

engine

start/stop button while the vehi-

cle is in motion except in an

emergency. This will result in the

engine turning off and loss of

power assist for the steering and

brake systems. This may lead to

loss of directional control and

braking function, which could

cause an accident.

With manual transaxle

To start the engine, depress the clutch

and brake pedals and press the engine

start/stop button with the shift lever in

neutral.

OFF ➔ACC ➔ ON ➔ OFF or ACC

• Before leaving the driver's seat,

always make sure the shift lever

is in the P (Park) position, set the

parking brake, press the engine

start/stop button to the OFF posi-

tion, and take the smart key with

you. Unexpected vehicle move-

ment may occur if these precau-

tions are not followed.

With automatic transaxle

To start the engine, depress the brake

pedal and press the engine start/stop

button with the shift lever in the P (Park)

or the N (Neutral) position. For your safe-

ty, start the engine with the shift lever in

the P (Park) position.

• NEVER reach through the steer-

ing wheel for the engine

start/stop button, or any other

control, while the vehicle is in

motion. The presence of your

hand or arm in this area may

cause a loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident.

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Driving your vehicle

1.Carry the smart key or leave it inside

the vehicle.

2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly

applied.

3.Manual Transaxle - Depress the

clutch pedal fully and shift the

transaxle into Neutral. Keep the clutch

pedal and brake pedal depressed

while starting the engine.

Starting the engine

WARNING

Always wear appropriate shoes

when operating your vehicle.

Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski

boots,etc.) may interfere with your

ability to use the brake and acceler-

ator pedals.

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NOTICE

• The engine will start by pressing the

engine start/stop button, only when

the smart key is in the vehicle.

• Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,

if it is far away from the driver, the

engine may not start.

• When the Engine Start/Stop button is

in the ACC or ON position, if any door

is open, the system checks for the

smart key. If the smart key is not in

the vehicle, the indicator "KEY OUT"

will blink, and if all doors are closed,

the chime will also sound for about 5

seconds. The indicator will turn off

while the vehicle is moving. Keep the

smart key in the vehicle when using

the ACC position or if the vehicle

engine is ON.

Automatic Transaxle - Place the

transaxle shift lever in P (Park).

Depress the brake pedal fully.

You can also start the engine when

the shift lever is in the N (Neutral)

position.

4.Press the engine start/stop button.

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NOTICE

• Whether the engine is cold or warm,

always start the vehicle with your foot

on the brake pedal. Do not depress the

accelerator while starting the vehicle.

Do not race the engine while warming

it up.

• In extremely cold weather (below

- 18°C / 0°F) or after the vehicle has

not been operated for several days, let

the engine warm up without depress-

ing the accelerator pedal.

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Driving your vehicle

■ Left-hand drive

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NOTICE

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the vehicle:

If the engine stalls while the vehicle

is in motion, do not attempt to move

the shift lever to the P (Park) posi-

tion. If the traffic and road condi-

tions permit, you may put the shift

lever in the N (Neutral) position

while the vehicle is still moving and

press the engine start/stop button

in an attempt to restart the engine.

Do not press the Engine Start/Stop but-

ton for more than 10 seconds except

when the stop lamp fuse is disconnected.

When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you

can't start the engine normally. Replace

the fuse with a new one. If you are not

able to replace the fuse, you can start the

engine by pressing the engine start/stop

button for 10 seconds with the engine

start/stop button in the ACC position.

For your safety always depress the

brake and/or clutch pedal before start-

ing the engine.

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■ Right-hand drive

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NOTICE

If the smart key battery is weak or the

smart key does not work correctly, you

can start the engine by pressing the

engine start/stop button with the smart

key in the direction of the picture above.

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Driving your vehicle

MANUAL TRANSAXLE

Using the clutch

WARNING

The clutch pedal should be depressed all

the way to the floor before:

- Starting the engine

The engine will not start without

depressing the clutch pedal. (vehicles

equipped with engine start/stop button)

Before leaving the driver’s seat,

always make sure the shift lever is

in 1st gear when the vehicle is

parked on a uphill and in

R

(Reverse) on a downhill, set the

parking brake, and place the igni-

tion switch in the LOCK/OFF posi-

tion. Unexpected vehicle movement

may occur if these precautions are

not followed.

- Shifting

When releasing the clutch pedal, release

it slowly. The clutch pedal should always

be released while driving.

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Manual transaxle operation

To shift to R (Reverse), make sure the

vehicle has completely stopped, and

then move the shift lever to neutral before

moving into R (Reverse).

When you've come to a complete stop

and it's hard to shift into 1st gear or R

(Reverse):

1.Put the shift lever in neutral and

release the clutch pedal.

2.Depress the clutch pedal, and then

shift into first or R (Reverse) gear.

CAUTION

The manual transaxle has five forward

gears.The transaxle is fully synchronized

in all forward gears so shifting to either a

higher or a lower gear is easily accom-

plished.

To prevent unnecessary wear or

damage to the clutch:

• Do not rest your foot on the

clutch pedal while driving.

• Do not hold the vehicle with the

clutch on an incline, while waiting

for the traffic light, etc.

• Always depress the clutch pedal

down fully to prevent noise or

damage.

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NOTICE

During cold weather, shifting may be

difficult until the transaxle lubricant

has warmed up.

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Driving your vehicle

Downshifting

Good driving practices

CAUTION

Downshift when you must slow down in

heavy traffic or drive up a steep hill to

prevent engine load.

Also, downshifting reduces the chance of

stalling and can accelerate when you

need to increase your speed again.

When the vehicle is going downhill,

downshifting helps maintain safe speed

by providing brake power from the engine

and enables less wear on the brakes.

• Never take the vehicle out of gear and

coast down a hill. This is extremely

dangerous.

• Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause

the brakes and related parts to over-

heat and malfunction.

When you are driving down a long hill,

slow down and shift to a lower gear.

Engine braking will help slow down the

vehicle.

• Slow down before shifting to a lower

gear. This will help avoid over-revving

the engine, which can cause damage.

To prevent damage to the engine:

• When downshifting from 5th gear

to 4th gear, be careful not to inad-

vertently push the shift lever

sideways engaging the 2nd gear.

A drastic downshift may cause

the engine speed to increase to

the point the tachometer will

enter the red-zone.

• Do not downshift more than one

gear at a time or downshift the

gear when the engine is running

at high speed (5,000 RPM or high-

er).

• Slow down when you encounter cross

winds. This gives you much better con-

trol of your vehicle.

• Be sure the vehicle is completely

stopped before you shift into

R

(Reverse) to prevent damage to the

transaxle.

• 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 vehicle speed can

cause the drive wheels to lose traction

and may cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident

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Driving your vehicle

WARNING

To reduce the risk of SERIOUS

INJURY or DEATH:

• ALWAYS wear your seatbelt. In a

collision, an unbelted occupant is

significantly more likely to be

seriously injured or killed than a

properly belted occupant.

• Avoid high speeds when corner-

ing or turning.

• Do not make quick steering

wheel movements, such as sharp

lane changes or fast, sharp turns.

• The risk of rollover is greatly

increased if you lose control of

your vehicle at highway speeds.

• Loss of control often occurs if

two or more wheels drop off the

roadway and the driver over

steers to reenter the roadway.

• In the event your vehicle leaves

the roadway, do not steer sharply.

Instead, slow down before pulling

back into the travel lanes.

• HYUNDAI recommends you fol-

low all posted speed limits.

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Driving your vehicle

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

■ Left-hand drive

■ Right-hand drive

Press the shift button, then move shift lever.

Depress the brake pedal, press the shift button, and then move shift lever.

Move shift lever.

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The indicator in the instrument cluster

displays the shift lever position when the

ignition switch is in the ON position.

R (Reverse)

Use this position to drive the vehicle

backward.

Automatic transaxle operation

The automatic transaxle has four forward

speeds and one reverse speed. The indi-

vidual speeds are selected automatically,

in the D (Drive) position.

P (Park)

CAUTION

Always come to a complete stop

before shifting into or out of R

(Reverse); you may damage the

transaxle if you shift into

(Reverse) while the vehicle is in

motion.

Always come to a complete stop before

shifting into P (Park).

To shift from P (Park), you must depress

firmly on the brake pedal and make sure

your foot is off the accelerator pedal.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury

or death:

R

• ALWAYS check the surrounding

areas near your vehicle for peo-

ple, especially children, before

shifting a vehicle into D (Drive) or

R (Reverse).

• Before leaving the driver’s seat,

always make sure the shift lever

is in the P (Park) position, then

set the parking brake, and place

the ignition switch in the

LOCK/OFF position. Unexpected

and sudden vehicle movement

can occur if these precautions

are not followed.

The shift lever must be in P (Park) before

turning the engine off.

WARNING

• Shifting into P (Park) while the

vehicle is in motion may cause

you to lose control of the vehicle.

• After the vehicle has stopped,

always make sure the shift lever

is in P (Park), apply the parking

brake, and turn the engine off.

• Do not use the P (Park) position

in place of the parking brake.

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Driving your vehicle

■ Left-hand drive

N (Neutral)

D (Drive)

The wheels and transaxle are not

engaged.

Use N (Neutral) if you need to restart a

stalled engine, or if it is necessary to stop

with the engine ON. Shift into P (Park) if

you need to leave your vehicle for any

reason.

Always depress the brake pedal when

you are shifting from N (Neutral) to

another gear.

This is the normal driving position. The

transaxle will automatically shift through

a 4-gear sequence, providing the best

fuel economy and power.

For extra power when passing another

vehicle or driving uphill, depress the

accelerator fully. The transaxle will auto-

matically downshift to the next lower gear

(or gears, as appropriate).

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■ Right-hand drive

WARNING

NEVER allow anyone to ride in a

seat with the headrest removed.

WARNING

Do not shift into gear unless your

foot is firmly on the brake pedal.

Shifting into gear when the engine

is running at high speed can cause

the vehicle to move very rapidly.

You could lose control and hit peo-

ple or objects.

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Sports mode

Whether the vehicle is stationary or in

motion, sports mode is selected by push-

ing the shift lever from the D (Drive) posi-

tion into the manual gate. To return to D

(Drive) range operation, push the shift

lever back into the main gate.

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Driving your vehicle

In Sports Mode, moving the shift lever

backwards and forwards will allow you to

select the desired range of gears for the

current driving conditions.

+ (Up) : Push the lever forward once to

shift up one gear.

Shift -lock system

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NOTICE

For your safety, the automatic transaxle

has a shift-lock system which prevents

shifting the transaxle from P (Park) into R

(Reverse) unless the brake pedal is

depressed.

To shift the transaxle from P (Park) into R

(Reverse):

1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

2. Press the shift button.

3. Move the shift lever.

• Only the four forward gears can be

selected. To reverse or park the vehi-

cle, move the shift lever to the R

(Reverse) or P (Park) position as

required.

- (Down) : Pull the lever backwards once

to shift down one gear.

• Downshifts are made automatically

when the vehicle slows down. When

the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automati-

cally selected.

• When the engine rpm approaches the

red zone the transaxle will upshift

automatically.

• If the driver presses the lever to + (Up)

or - (Down) position, the transaxle

may not make the requested gear

change if the next gear is outside of

the allowable engine rpm range. The

driver must execute upshifts in accor-

dance with road conditions, taking

care to keep the engine rpms below

the red zone.

• When driving on a slippery road,

push the shift lever forward into the +

(Up) position. This causes the

transaxle to shift into the 2nd gear

which is better for smooth driving on

a slippery road. Push the shift lever to

the - (Down) side to shift back to the

1st gear.

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• 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 vehicle speed can

cause the drive wheels to lose traction

and may cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident

• Optimum vehicle performance and

economy is obtained by smoothly

depressing and releasing the accelera-

tor.

Parking

Good driving practices

Always come to a complete stop and

continue to depress the brake pedal.

Move the shift lever into the P (Park)

position, apply the parking brake, and

place the ignition switch in the

LOCK/OFF position. Take the Key with

you when exiting the vehicle.

• Never move the shift lever from P

(Park) or N (Neutral) to any other posi-

tion with the accelerator pedal

depressed.

• Never move the shift lever into P (Park)

when the vehicle is in motion.

• Be sure the vehicle is completely

stopped before you attempt to shift into

R (Reverse) or D (Drive).

• Do not move the shift lever to N

(Neutral) when driving. Doing so may

result in an accident because of a loss

of engine braking and the transaxle

could be damaged.

• Do not drive with your foot resting on

the brake pedal. Even light, but consis-

tent pedal pressure can result in the

brakes overheating, brake wear and

possibly even brake failure.

• When driving in sports mode, slow

down before shifting to a lower gear.

Otherwise, the lower gear may not be

engaged if the engine rpms are out-

side of the allowable range.

WARNING

When you stay in the vehicle with

the engine running, be careful not

to depress the accelerator pedal for

a long period of time.The engine or

exhaust system may overheat and

start a fire.

The exhaust gas and the exhaust

system are very hot. Keep away

from the exhaust system compo-

nents.

Do not stop or park over flammable

materials, such as dry grass, paper

or leaves. They may ignite and

cause a fire.

• Always apply the parking brake when

leaving the vehicle. Do not depend on

placing the transmission in P (Park) to

keep the vehicle from moving.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of SERIOUS

INJURY or DEATH:

• ALWAYS wear your seatbelt. In a

collision, an unbelted occupant is

significantly more likely to be

seriously injured or killed than a

properly belted occupant.

• Avoid high speeds when corner-

ing or turning.

• Do not make quick steering

wheel movements, such as sharp

lane changes or fast, sharp turns.

• The risk of rollover is greatly

increased if you lose control of

your vehicle at highway speeds.

• Loss of control often occurs if

two or more wheels drop off the

roadway and the driver over

steers to reenter the roadway.

• In the event your vehicle leaves

the roadway, do not steer sharply.

Instead, slow down before pulling

back into the travel lanes.

• HYUNDAI recommends you fol-

low all posted speed limits.

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BRAKING SYSTEM

Power brakes

Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes

that adjust automatically through normal

usage.

If the engine is not running or is turned

off while driving, the power assist for the

brakes will not work. You can still stop

your vehicle by applying greater force to

the brake pedal than typical. The stop-

ping distance, however, will be longer

than with power brakes.

When the engine is not running, the

reserve brake power is partially depleted

each time the brake pedal is applied. Do

not pump the brake pedal when the

power assist has been interrupted.

(Continued)

WARNING

To dry the brakes, lightly tap the

brake pedal to heat up the brakes

while maintaining a safe forward

speed until brake performance

returns to normal. Avoid driving

at high speeds until the brakes

function correctly.

Take the following precautions:

• Do not drive with your foot rest-

ing on the brake pedal. This will

create abnormal high brake tem-

peratures, excessive brake lining

and pad wear, and increased

stopping distances.

• When descending a long or steep

hill, shift to a lower gear and

avoid continuous application of

the brakes. Applying the brakes

continuously will cause the

brakes to overheat and could

result in a temporary loss of brak-

ing performance.

• Wet brakes may impair the vehi-

cle’s ability to safely slow down;

the vehicle may also pull to one

side when the brakes are applied.

Applying the brakes lightly will

indicate whether they have been

affected in this way. Always test

your brakes in this fashion after

driving through deep water.

Pump the brake pedal only when neces-

sary to maintain steering control on slip-

pery surfaces.

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■ Left-hand drive

Disc brakes wear indicator

Rear drum brakes (if equipped)

When your brake pads are worn and new

pads are required, you will hear a high

pitched warning sound from your front or

rear brakes. You may hear this sound

come and go or it may occur whenever

you depress the brake pedal.

Please remember some driving condi-

tions or climates may cause a brake

squeal when you first apply (or lightly

apply) the brakes. This is normal and

does not indicate a problem with your

brakes.

Your rear drum brakes do not have wear

indicators.Therefore, have the rear brake

linings inspected if you hear a rear brake

rubbing noise. Also have your rear

brakes inspected each time you change

or rotate your tires and when you have

the front brakes replaced.

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CAUTION

To avoid costly brake repairs, do

not continue to drive with worn

brake pads.

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NOTICE

Always replace brake pads as complete

Parking brake

front or rear axle sets.

Always set the parking brake before leav-

ing the vehicle, to apply:

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

Pull up the parking brake lever as far as

possible.

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■ Left-hand drive

WARNING

To reduce the risk of SERIOUS

INJURY or DEATH, do not operate

the parking brake while the vehicle

is moving except in an emergency

situation. It could damage the brake

system and lead to an accident.

• Whenever leaving the vehicle or

parking, always come to a com-

plete stop and continue to

depress the brake pedal. Move

the shift lever into the 1st gear

(for manual transaxle vehicle) or

P (Park, for automatic transaxle

vehicle) position, then apply the

parking brake, and place the igni-

tion switch in the LOCK/OFF

position.

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■ Right-hand drive

Vehicles with the parking brake

not fully engaged are at risk for

moving inadvertently and caus-

ing injury to yourself or others.

• NEVER allow anyone who is unfa-

miliar with the vehicle to touch

the parking brake. If the parking

brake is released unintentionally,

serious injury may occur.

• Only release the parking brake

when you are seated inside the

vehicle with your foot firmly on

the brake pedal.

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To release:

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

Slightly pull up the parking brake lever.

While pressing the release button (1),

lower the parking brake (2).

If the parking brake does not release or

does not release all the way, we recom-

mend that the system be checked by an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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If at all possible, cease driving the vehi-

cle immediately. If that is not possible,

use extreme caution while operating the

vehicle and only continue to drive the

vehicle until you can reach a safe loca-

tion.

CAUTION

• Do not apply the accelerator

pedal while the parking brake is

engaged. If you depress the

accelerator pedal with the park-

ing brake engaged, the warning

will sound. Damage to the parking

brake may occur.

• Driving with the parking brake on

can overheat the braking system

and cause premature wear or

damage to brake parts. Make sure

the parking brake is released and

the Brake Warning Light is off

before driving.

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Check the Parking Brake Warning Light

by placing the ignition switch to the ON

position (do not start the engine).

This light will be illuminated when the

parking brake is applied with the ignition

switch in the START or ON position.

Before driving, be sure the parking brake

is released and the Brake Warning Light

is OFF.

If the Parking Brake Warning Light

remains on after the parking brake is

released while engine is running, there

may be a malfunction in the brake sys-

tem. Immediate attention is necessary.

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Using ABS

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

(if equipped)

(Continued)

To obtain the maximum benefit from your

ABS in an emergency situation, do not

attempt to modulate your brake pressure

and do not try to pump your brakes.

Depress your brake pedal as hard as

possible.

When you apply your brakes under con-

ditions which may lock the wheels, you

may hear sounds from the brakes, or feel

a corresponding sensation in the brake

pedal. This is normal and it means your

ABS is active.

ABS does not reduce the time or dis-

tance it takes to stop the vehicle.

Always maintain a safe distance from the

vehicle in front of you.

ABS will not prevent a skid that results

from sudden changes in direction, such

as trying to take a corner too fast or mak-

ing a sudden lane change. Always drive

at a safe speed for the road and weather

conditions.

The safety features of an ABS or

ESC equipped vehicle should not

be tested by high speed driving or

cornering. This could endanger the

safety of yourself or others.

WARNING

An Anti-Lock Braking System

(ABS) or an Electronic Stability

Control (ESC) system will not pre-

vent accidents due to improper or

dangerous driving maneuvers.

Even though vehicle control is

improved during emergency brak-

ing, always maintain a safe dis-

tance between you and objects

ahead of you. Vehicle speeds

should always be reduced during

extreme road conditions. The brak-

ing distance for cars equipped with

ABS or ESC may be longer than for

those without these systems in the

following road conditions.

ABS is an electronic braking system that

helps prevent a braking skid. ABS allows

the driver to steer and brake at the same

time.

Drive your vehicle at reduced

speeds during the following condi-

tions:

ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability.

Always steer moderately when braking

hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel

movement can still cause your vehicle to

veer into oncoming traffic or off the road.

• Rough, gravel or snow-covered

roads.

• On roads where the road surface

is pitted or has different surface

height.

• Tire chains are installed on your

vehicle.

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On loose or uneven road surfaces, oper-

ation of the anti-lock brake system may

result in a longer stopping distance than

for vehicles equipped with a conventional

brake system.

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NOTICE

WARNING

When you jump start your vehicle

because of a drained battery, the engine

may not run as smoothly and the ABS

If the ABS warning light (

) is on

and stays on, you may have a prob-

lem with the ABS. Your power

brakes will work normally. To

reduce the risk of serious injury or

death, we recommend that you con-

tact your HYUNDAI dealer as soon

as possible.

warning light (

) may turn on at the

The ABS warning light (

) will stay on

same time. This happens because of the

low battery voltage. It does not mean

your ABS is malfunctioning. Have the

battery recharged before driving the

vehicle.

for several seconds after the ignition

switch is in the ON position. During that

time, the ABS will go through self-diag-

nosis and the light will go off if everything

is normal. If the light stays on, you may

have a problem with your ABS. We rec-

ommend that you contact an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible

CAUTION

When you drive on a road having

poor traction, such as an icy road,

and apply your brakes continuous-

ly, the ABS will be active continu-

ously and the ABS warning light

(

) may illuminate. Pull your car

over to a safe place and turn the

engine off.

Restart the engine. If the ABS warn-

ing light is off, then your ABS sys-

tem is normal. Otherwise, you may

have a problem with your ABS sys-

tem. We recommend that you con-

tact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

as soon as possible.

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■ Left-hand drive

ESC applies braking pressure to any one

of the vehicle’s brakes and intervenes in

the engine management system to assist

the driver with keeping the vehicle on the

intended path. It is not a substitute for

safe driving practices. Always adjust your

speed and driving to the road conditions.

ESC operation

ESC ON condition

When the ignition switch is in the ON

position, the ESC and the ESC OFF indi-

cator lights illuminate for approximately

three seconds and goes off, then the

ESC is turned on.

If this light stays on, your vehicle may

have a malfunction with the ESC system.

We recommend that the vehicle be

checked by an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

Never drive too fast for the road

conditions or too quickly when cor-

nering. The ESC system will not

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■ Right-hand drive

prevent

accidents. Excessive

speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers,

and hydroplaning on wet surfaces

can result in severe accidents.

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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

(if equipped)

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

system helps to stabilize the vehicle dur-

ing cornering maneuvers. ESC checks

where you are steering and where the

vehicle is actually going.

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When operating

ESC OFF condition

To cancel ESC operation,

■ ESC indicator light (blinks)

When the ESC is in operation,

the ESC indicator light blinks:

press the ESC OFF button

(ESC OFF indicator light illumi-

nates).

If the ignition switch is placed

to the LOCK/OFF position

when ESC is off, ESC remains

off. Upon restarting the engine,

the ESC will automatically turn

on again.

• When you apply your brakes

under conditions which may

lock the wheels, you may

hear sounds from the brakes,

or feel a corresponding sen-

sation in the brake pedal.This

is normal and it means your

ESC is active.

■ ESC OFF indicator light (comes on)

• When the ESC activates, the

engine may not respond to

the accelerator as it does

under routine conditions.

• When moving out of the mud

or driving on a slippery road,

the engine rpm (revolutions

per minute) may not increase

even if you press the acceler-

ator pedal deeply. This is to

maintain the stability and

traction of the vehicle and

does not indicate a problem.

Indicator lights

When the ignition switch is placed to the

ON position, the ESC indicator light illu-

minates, then goes off if the ESC system

is operating normally.

The ESC indicator light blinks whenever

the ESC is operating.

If ESC indicator light stays on, your vehi-

cle may have a malfunction with the ESC

system. When this warning light illumi-

nates we recommend that the vehicle be

checked by an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer as soon as possible.

The ESC OFF indicator light comes on

when the ESC is turned off with the but-

ton.

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ESC OFF usage

When driving

The ESC OFF mode should only be used

briefly to help free the vehicle if stuck in

snow or mud by temporarily stopping

operation of the ESC to maintain wheel

torque.

✽

NOTICE

WARNING

When the ESC is blinking, this indi-

cates the ESC is active:

Turning the ESC OFF does not affect

ABS or standard brake system opera-

tion.

Drive slowly and NEVER attempt to

accelerate. NEVER press the ESC

OFF button while the ESC indicator

light is blinking or you may lose

control of the vehicle resulting in

an accident.

To turn ESC off while driving, press the

ESC OFF button while driving on a flat

road surface.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the transaxle:

Driving with varying tire or wheel

sizes may cause the ESC system to

malfunction. When replacing tires,

make sure they are the same size as

your original tires for this vehicle.

• Do not allow wheel(s) of one axle

to spin excessively while the

ESC, ABS, and brake warning

lights are displayed. The repairs

would not be covered by the vehi-

cle warranty. Reduce engine

power and do not spin the

wheel(s) excessively while these

lights are displayed.

• When operating the vehicle on a

dynamometer, ensure the ESC is

turned off (ESC OFF light illumi-

nated).

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When operating

When the VSM is in operation, the ESC

indicator light ( ) blinks.

When you apply your brakes under con-

ditions which may activate the ESC, you

may hear sounds from the brakes, or feel

a corresponding sensation in the brake

pedal. This is normal and it means your

VSM is active.

VSM operation

VSM ON condition

The VSM operates when:

• The Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

is on.

• Vehicle speed is approximately above

15 km/h (9mph) on curve roads.

• Vehicle speed is approximately above

30 km/h (18mph) when the vehicle is

braking on rough roads.

Vehicle Stability Management

(VSM) (if equipped)

Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)

helps ensure the vehicle stays stable

when accelerating or braking suddenly

on wet, slippery and rough roads where

traction over the four tires can suddenly

become uneven.

WARNING

Take the following precautions

when using the Vehicle Stability

Management (VSM):

• ALWAYS check the speed and the

distance to the vehicle ahead.The

VSM is not a substitute for safe

driving practices.

✽

NOTICE

The VSM does not operate when:

• Driving rearward.

• ESC OFF ( ) indicator light is on.

• EPS (Electric Power Steering) warn-

ing light (

) is on.

• Never drive too fast for the road

conditions. The VSM system will

not prevent accidents. Excessive

speed in bad weather, slippery

and uneven roads can result in

severe accidents.

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VSM OFF condition

Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)

(if equipped)

✽

NOTICE

To cancel VSM operation, press the ESC

OFF button. ESC OFF indicator light

• The HAC does not operate when the

shift lever is in P (Park) or N (Neutral)

(for automatic transaxle vehicle.)

• The HAC operates when:

The Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) pre-

vents the vehicle from rolling backwards

when starting a vehicle from a stop on a

hill. The system operates the brakes

automatically for approximately 1.5 sec-

onds and releases the brake when the

accelerator pedal is depressed or after

1.5 seconds.

(

) will illuminate.

To turn on VSM, press the ESC OFF but-

ton again. The ESC OFF indicator light

will go out.

- the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or D

(Drive) on up hill.

- the shift lever is in R (Reverses) on

down hill.

WARNING

(for manual transaxle vehicle)

• The HAC activates even though the

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is

off but does not activate when the

ESC has malfunctioned.

If ESC indicator light ( ) or EPS

warning light ( ) stays on, your

vehicle may have a malfunction

with the VSM system. When the

warning light illuminates we recom-

mend that the vehicle be checked

by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

as soon as possible.

WARNING

Always be ready to depress the

accelerator pedal when starting off

on a incline.The HAC activates only

for approximately 1.5 seconds.

CAUTION

Driving with varying tire or wheel

sizes may cause the ESC system to

malfunction. When replacing tires,

make sure they are the same size as

your original tires for this vehicle.

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Wet brakes can be dangerous! The

brakes may get wet if the vehicle is driv-

en through standing water or if it is

washed. Your vehicle will not stop as

quickly if the brakes are wet. Wet brakes

may cause the vehicle to pull to one side.

To dry the brakes, apply the brakes light-

ly until the braking action returns to nor-

mal, taking care to keep the vehicle

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 we rec-

ommend that you call an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer for assistance.

DO NOT drive with your foot resting on

the brake pedal. Even light, but constant

pedal pressure can result in the brakes

overheating, brake wear, and possibly

even brake failure.

If a tire goes flat while you are driving,

apply the brakes gently and keep the

vehicle 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 location.

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)

(if equipped)

The Emergency Stop Signal system

alerts the driver behind by blinking the

stop light when the vehicle brakes rapid-

ly and severely.

Good braking practices

WARNING

Whenever leaving the vehicle or

parking, always come to a complete

stop and continue to depress the

brake pedal. Move the shift lever

into the 1st gear (for manual

transaxle vehicle) or P (Park, for

automatic transaxle vehicle) posi-

tion, then apply the parking brake,

and place the ignition switch in the

LOCK/OFF position.

The system is activated when:

• The vehicle suddenly stops (vehicle

speed is over 55km/h (34mph) and the

vehicle deceleration is greater than

7m/s2).

• The ABS is activating.

When vehicle speed is under 40 km/h

(25mph) and the ABS deactivates or

the sudden stop situation is over, the

stop light will stop blinking. Instead, the

hazard warning flasher will turn on

automatically. The hazard warning

flasher will turn off when vehicle speed

is over 10km/h (6mph) after the vehicle

has stopped. Also, it will turn off when

the vehicle is driven at low speed for

some time.You can turn it off manually

by pressing the hazard warning flasher

switch.

Vehicles with the parking brake not

fully engaged are at risk for moving

inadvertently and causing injury to

yourself or others.

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal

when the vehicle is stopped to prevent

the vehicle from rolling forward.

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REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation of the rear parking assist

system

Operation condition

• Sensing distance when backing up is

approximately 120 cm (47 inches)

when you are driving less than 10 km/h

(6 mph).

• When more than two objects are

sensed at the same time, the closest

one will be recognized first.

■ 5 Door

✽

NOTICE

The system may not recognize objects

less than 40 cm (15 inches) from the sen-

sor, or it may sense an incorrect dis-

tance.

WARNING

• ALWAYS look around your vehi-

cle to make sure there are not any

objects or obstacles before mov-

ing the vehicle in any direction to

prevent a collision.

• Always pay close attention when

the vehicle is driven close to

objects, particularly pedestrians,

and especially children.

• Be aware that some objects may

not be visible on the screen or be

detected by the sensors, due to

the objects distance, size or

material, all of which can limit the

effectiveness of the sensor.

Sensor

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■ 4 Door

Types of warning sounds

• When an object is 120 to 81 cm (47 to

32 inches) from the rear bumper:

Buzzer beeps intermittently.

• When an object is 80 to 41 cm (31 to 16

inches) from the rear bumper: Buzzer

sounds two beeps intermittently.

• When an object is within 40 cm (15

inches) of the rear bumper: Buzzer

sounds continuously.

If the audible warning does not sound or

if the buzzer sounds intermittently when

shifting into R (Reverse) position, this

may indicate a malfunction with the

Parking Assist System. If this occurs, we

recommend that your vehicle be checked

by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as

soon as possible.

Sensor

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The Rear Parking Assist System aids the

driver during backward movement of the

vehicle by chiming if any object is sensed

within the distance of about 120 cm

(47 inches) behind the vehicle. This is a

supplemental system that senses objects

within the range and location of the sen-

sors, it can not detect objects in other

areas where sensors are not installed.

CAUTION

Do not push, scratch or strike the

sensor with any hard objects that

could damage the surface of the

sensor. Sensor damage could

occur.

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■ Left-hand drive

The rear parking assist system may

not operate normally when:

• Moisture is frozen to the sensor.

Detecting range may decrease when:

• Outside air temperature is extremely

hot or cold.

• The sensor is covered or stained with

foreign matter, such as snow or water,

or the sensor cover is blocked.

• Undetectable objects smaller than about

1 m (40 inches) and narrower than about

14 cm (6 inches) in diameter.

There is a possibility of a parking

assist system malfunction when:

The following objects may not be rec-

ognized by the sensor:

• Driving on uneven road surfaces such

as unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, or

gradient.

• Objects generating excessive noise

such as vehicle horns, loud motorcycle

engines, or truck air brakes can inter-

fere with the sensor.

• Sharp or slim objects such as ropes,

chains or small poles.

• Objects, which tend to absorb sensor

frequency such as clothes, spongy

material or snow.

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■ Right-hand drive

WARNING

• Heavy rain or water spray is present.

Your new vehicle warranty does not

cover any accidents or damage to

the vehicle or injuries to its occu-

pants do to a rear parking assist

system malfunction. Always drive

safely and cautiously.

• Wireless transmitters or mobile phones

are present near the sensor.

• The sensor is covered with snow.

• Any non-factory equipment or acces-

sories have been installed, or if the

vehicle bumper height or sensor instal-

lation has been modified.

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Non-operational conditions of rear

parking assist system

Rear parking assist system OFF button

Push the button to turn off the rear park-

ing assist system (the indicator light will

illuminate).

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SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Hazardous driving conditions

When hazardous driving conditions are

encountered such as water, snow, ice,

mud or sand:

Drive cautiously and allow extra distance

for braking.

Avoid sudden movements in braking or

steering.

Rocking the vehicle

WARNING

If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to

free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn

the steering wheel right and left to clear

the area around your front wheels. Then,

shift back and forth between 1st and R

(Reverse, for manual transaxle vehicle)

or R (Reverse) and a forward gear (for

automatic transaxle vehicle). Try to avoid

spinning the wheels, and do not race the

engine.

To prevent transaxle wear, wait until the

wheels stop spinning before shifting

gears. Release the accelerator pedal

while shifting, and press lightly on the

accelerator pedal while the transaxle is in

gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in for-

ward and reverse directions causes a

rocking motion that may free the vehicle.

If the tires spin at high speed the

tires can explode, and you or oth-

ers may be injured. Do not attempt

this procedure if people or objects

are anywhere near the vehicle.

The vehicle can overheat causing

an engine compartment fire or

other damage. Spin the wheels as

little as possible and avoid spin-

ning the wheels at speeds over 56

km/h (35 mph) as indicated on the

speedometer.

If stuck in snow, mud, or sand, use sec-

ond gear. Accelerate slowly to avoid spin-

ning the drive wheels.

WARNING

Downshifting with an automatic

transaxle, while driving on slippery

surfaces can cause an accident.

The sudden change in tire speed

could cause the tires to skid. Be

careful when downshifting on slip-

pery surfaces.

CAUTION

If you are still stuck after rocking

the vehicle a few times, have the

vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle

to avoid engine overheating, possi-

ble damage to the transaxle, and

tire damage. See “Towing” in chap-

ter 6.

Use sand, rock salt, or other non-slip

material under the drive wheels to pro-

vide traction when stalled in ice, snow, or

mud.

To prevent damage to the transaxle,

turn OFF the ESC (if equipped) prior

to rocking the vehicle.

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Smooth cornering

Driving at night

Driving in the rain

Night driving presents more hazards

than driving in the daylight. Here are

some important tips to remember:

• Slow down and keep more distance

between you and other vehicles, as it

may be more difficult to see at night,

especially in areas where there may

not be any street lights.

• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare

from other driver's headlights.

• Keep your headlights clean and prop-

erly aimed. Dirty or improperly aimed

headlights will make it much more diffi-

cult to see at night.

Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-

ners, especially when roads are wet.

Ideally, corners should always be taken

under gentle acceleration.

Rain and wet roads can make driving

dangerous. Here are a few things to con-

sider when driving in the rain or on slick

pavement:

• Slow down and allow extra following

distance. A heavy rainfall makes it

harder to see and increases the dis-

tance needed to stop your vehicle.

• Replace your windshield wiper blades

when they show signs of streaking or

missing areas on the windshield.

• Avoid staring directly at the headlights

of oncoming vehicles. You could be

temporarily blinded, and it will take

several seconds for your eyes to read-

just to the darkness.

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• Be sure your tires have enough tread.

If your tires do not have enough tread,

making a quick stop on wet pavement

can cause a skid and possibly lead to

an accident. See “Tire Tread” in chap-

ter 7.

• Turn on your headlights to make it eas-

ier for others to see you.

• Driving too fast through large puddles

can affect your brakes. If you must go

through puddles, try to drive through

them slowly.

Hydroplaning

Driving in flooded areas

If the road is wet enough and you are

going fast enough, your vehicle may have

little or no contact with the road surface

and actually ride on the water. The best

advice is SLOW DOWN when the road is

wet. The risk of hydroplaning increases

as the depth of tire tread decreases, refer

to “Tire Tread” in chapter 7.

Avoid driving through flooded areas

unless you are sure the water is no high-

er than the bottom of the wheel hub.

Drive through any water slowly. Allow

adequate stopping distance because

brake performance may be reduced.

After driving through water, dry the

brakes by gently applying them several

times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

• If you believe your brakes may be wet,

apply them lightly while driving until

normal braking operation returns.

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WINTER DRIVING

To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may

be necessary to use snow tires or to

install tire chains on your tires.

Always carry emergency equipment.

Some of the items you may want to carry

include tire chains, tow straps or chains,

a flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a

shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper,

gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket,

etc.

Snow tires

WARNING

Snow tires should be equivalent in

size and type to the vehicle's stan-

dard tires. Otherwise, the safety

and handling of your vehicle may

be adversely affected.

If you mount snow tires on your vehicle,

make sure to use radial tires of the same

size and load range as the original tires.

Mount snow tires on all four wheels to

balance your vehicle’s handling in all

weather conditions.The traction provided

by snow tires on dry roads may not be as

high as your vehicle's original equipment

tires. Check with the tire dealer for maxi-

mum speed recommendations.

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Snow or icy conditions

You need to keep sufficient distance

between your vehicle and the vehicle

in front of you.

Apply the brakes gently. Speeding,

rapid acceleration, 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.

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NOTICE

Do not install studded tires without first

checking local and municipal regula-

tions for possible restrictions against

their use.

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Chain installation

WARNING

When installing tire chains, follow the

manufacturer's instructions and mount

them as tightly possible. Drive slowly

(less than 30 km/h (20 mph)) with chains

installed. If you hear the chains contact-

ing the body or chassis, stop and tighten

them. If they still make contact, slow

down until the noise stops. Remove the

tire chains as soon as you begin driving

on cleared roads.

The use of tire chains may adverse-

ly affect vehicle handling:

• Drive less than 30 km/h (20 mph)

or the chain manufacturer’s rec-

ommended speed limit, whichev-

er is lower.

• Drive carefully and avoid bumps,

holes, sharp turns, and other

road hazards, which may cause

the vehicle to bounce.

When mounting snow chains, park the

vehicle on level ground away from traffic.

Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning

Flasher and place a triangular emer-

gency warning device behind the vehicle

if available. Always place the vehicle in P

(Park), apply the parking brake and turn

off the engine before installing snow

chains.

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• Avoid sharp turns or locked

wheel braking.

Tire chains

Since the sidewalls of radial tires are

thinner than other types of tires, they may

be damaged by mounting some types of

tire chains on them. Therefore, the use of

snow tires is recommended instead of

tire chains. Do not mount tire chains on

vehicles equipped with aluminum

wheels; if unavoidable use a wire type

chain. If tire chains must be used, use

genuine HYUNDAI parts and install the

tire chain after reviewing the instructions

provided with the tire chains. Damage to

your vehicle caused by improper tire

chain use is not covered by your vehicle

manufacturer’s warranty.

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NOTICE

• Install tire chains on the front tires. It

should be noted that installing tire

chains on the tires will provide a

greater driving force, but will not pre-

vent side skids.

• Do not install studded tires without

first checking local and municipal reg-

ulations for possible restrictions

against their use.

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CAUTION

When using tire chains:

• Wrong size chains or improperly

installed chains can damage your

vehicle's brake lines, suspension,

body and wheels.

• Use SAE “S” class or wire chains.

• If you hear noise caused by

chains contacting the body,

retighten the chain to prevent

contact with the vehicle body.

• To prevent body damage, retight-

en the chains after driving 0.5~1.0

km (0.3~0.6 miles).

• Do not use tire chains on vehicles

equipped with aluminum wheels.

If unavoidable, use a wire type

chain.

• Use wire chains less than 15 mm

(0.59 in) wide to prevent damage

to the chain’s connection.

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VEHICLE WEIGHT

Two labels on your driver’s door sill show

how much weight your vehicle was

designed to carry: the Tire and Loading

Information Label and the Certification

Label.

Before loading your vehicle, familiarize

yourself with the following terms for

determining your vehicle's weight ratings,

from the vehicle's specifications and the

Certification Label:

GAW (Gross Axle Weight)

Overloading

This is the total weight placed on each

axle (front and rear) - including vehicle

curb weight and all payload.

WARNING

The Gross Axle Weight Rating

(GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating (GVWR) for your

vehicle are on the Certification

Label attached to the driver's (or

front passenger’s) door. Exceeding

these ratings can cause an acci-

dent or vehicle damage. You can

calculate the weight of your load by

weighing the items (and people)

before putting them in the vehicle.

Be careful not to overload your

vehicle.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

This is the maximum allowable weight

that can be carried by a single axle (front

or rear). These numbers are shown on

the Certification Label. The total load on

each axle must never exceed its GAWR.

Base Curb Weight

This is the weight of the vehicle including

a full tank of fuel and all standard equip-

ment. It does not include passengers,

cargo, or optional equipment.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)

This is the Base Curb Weight plus actual

Cargo Weight plus passengers weight.

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

Vehicle Curb Weight

This is the maximum allowable weight of

the fully loaded vehicle (including all

options, equipment, passengers and

cargo). The GVWR is shown on the

Certification Label located on the driver’s

door sill.

This is the weight of your new vehicle

when you picked it up from your dealer

plus any aftermarket equipment.

Cargo Weight

This figure includes all weight added to

the Base Curb Weight, including cargo

and optional equipment.

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