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Operating precautions for catalytic
converters (if equipped)
3. Exhaust emission control
system
The Exhaust Emission Control System is
a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions whilst maintaining
good vehicle performance.
WARNING
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flammable items under your vehicle.
Do not park, idle, or drive the vehicle
over or near flammable objects, such
as dry grass, paper, leaves, etc.
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system are very hot whilst the engine
is running or immediately after the
engine is turned off. Keep away from
the exhaust system and catalytic
converter as you may get burned.
Also, do not remove the heat sink
around the exhaust system, do not
seal the bottom of the vehicle and
do not coat the vehicle for corrosion
control. It may present a fire risk
under certain conditions.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
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other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if
you smell exhaust fumes of any kind
inside your vehicle, have it inspected
and repaired immediately. If you ever
suspect exhaust fumes are coming
into your vehicle, drive it only with
all the windows fully open. Have
your vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide (CO). Though colourless and
odourless, it is dangerous and could be
lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions
following to avoid CO poisoning.
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
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engines.
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or closed areas (such as garages) any
more than what is necessary to move
the vehicle in or out of the area.
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open area for more than a short time
with the engine running, adjust the
ventilation system (as needed) to draw
outside air into the vehicle.
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there are signs of engine malfunction,
such as misfire or a noticeable loss of
performance.
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Examples of misuse are coasting with
the engine off and descending steep
grades in gear with the engine off.
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speed for extended periods (5 minutes
or more).
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vehicle for any extended time with the
engine running.
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part of the engine or emission control
system. We recommend that all
inspections and adjustments are
made by a HYUNDAI authorised
repairer.
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start, excessive attempts to restart
the engine may cause damage to the
emission control system.
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