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TRAILER TOWING (FOR EUROPE)

If you are considering to tow with

your vehicle, you should first check

with your country's Department of

Motor Vehicles to determine legal

requirements. Since laws vary the

requirements for towing trailers, cars,

or other types of vehicles or appara-

tus may differ. Ask an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer for further details

before towing.

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NOTICE - For Europe

WARNING

•

The technically permissible maxi-

mum load on the rear axle(s) may

be exceeded by not more than 15

% and the technically permissible

maximum laden mass of the vehi-

cle may be exceeded by not more

than 10 % or 100 kg (220.4 lbs),

whichever value is lower. In this

case, do not exceed 100 km/h (62.1

mph) for vehicle of category M1 or

80 km/h (49.7 mph) for vehicle of

category N1.

Take the following precautions:

• If you don't use the correct

equipment

and/or

drive

improperly, you can lose con-

trol of the vehicle when you

are pulling a trailer. For exam-

ple, if the trailer is too heavy,

the braking performance may

be reduced.You and your pas-

sengers could be seriously or

fatally injured. Pull a trailer

only if you have followed all

the steps in this section.

Remember that trailering is different

than just driving your vehicle by itself.

Trailering means changes in han-

dling, durability, and fuel economy.

Successful, safe trailering requires

correct equipment, and it has to be

used properly. Damage to your vehi-

cle caused by improper trailer towing

is not covered by your vehicle manu-

facturer’s warranty.

•

When a vehicle of category M1 is

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towing

a

trailer, the additional

load imposed at the trailer cou-

pling device may cause the tire

• Before towing, make sure the

total trailer weight, GCW

(Gross Combination Weight),

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight),

GAW (Gross Axle Weight ) and

trailer tongue load are all with-

in the limits.

maximum

load

ratings

to

be

exceeded, but not by more than

15 %. In this case, do not exceed

100 km/h (62.1 mph) and increase

the tire inflation pressure by at

least 0.2 bar.

This section contains many time-

tested, important trailering tips and

safety rules. Many of these are

important for your safety and that of

your passengers. Please read this

section carefully before you pull a

trailer.

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Driving your vehicle

Trailer weight

Tongue load

If you decide to pull a trailer?

Here are some important points if

you decide to pull a trailer:

• Consider using a sway control.You

can ask a trailer hitch dealer about

sway control.

• Do not do any towing with your

vehicle during its first 2,000 km

(1,200 miles) in order to allow the

engine to properly break in. Failure

to heed this caution may result in

serious engine or transaxle dam-

age.

Total Trailer Weight

OLMB053047

Gross Vehicle Weight

OLMB053048

Tongue Load

Gross Axle Weight

• When towing a trailer, be sure to

consult an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer for further information on

additional requirements such as a

towing kit, etc.

What is the maximum safe weight of The tongue load is an important

a trailer? It should never weigh more weight to measure because it affects

than the maximum trailer weight with the total Gross Vehicle Weight

trailer brakes. But even that can be (GVW) of your vehicle. The trailer

too heavy. It depends on how you tongue should weigh a maximum of

plan to use your trailer. For example, 10% of the total loaded trailer weight,

speed, altitude, road grades, outside within the limits of the maximum trail-

temperature and how often your er tongue load permissible.

• Always drive your vehicle at a mod-

erate speed (less than 100 km/h

(60 mph)) or posted towing speed

limit.

vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all

After you've loaded your trailer,

important. The ideal trailer weight

weigh the trailer and then the tongue,

• On a long uphill grade, do not

exceed 70 km/h (45 mph) or the

posted towing speed limit,

whichever is lower.

can also depend on any special

separately, to see if the weights are

equipment that you have on your

proper. If they aren’t, you may be

vehicle.

able to correct them simply by mov-

ing some items around in the trailer.

• Carefully observe the weight and

load limits provided in the following

pages.

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Reference weight and distance when trailer towing a trailer

WARNING

Engine

Gasoline Engine

2.0L 2.4L

Diesel Engine

2.0L

Take the following precautions:

• Never load a trailer with more

weight in the rear than in the

front. The front should be

loaded with approximately

60% of the total trailer load;

the rear should be loaded with

approximately 40% of the total

trailer load.

Item

M/T

750

A/T

750

A/T

750

M/T

750

A/T

750

Without brake

System

Maximum trailer

weight

(1653) (1653) (1653) (1653) (1653)

1900 1600 1600 2000 1600

(4189) (3527) (3527) (4409) (3527)

With brake

System

kg (Ibs.)

Maximum permissible static

vertical load on the coupling

device

• Never exceed the maximum

weight limits of the trailer or

trailer towing equipment.

Improper loading can result in

damage to your vehicle and/or

80

5

(176)

kg (Ibs.)

Recommended distance from

rear wheel center to coupling

point

personal

injury.

Check

963

weights and loading at a com-

mercial scale or highway

patrol office equipped with

scales.

(37.9)

mm (inch)

M/T : Manual transaxle

A/T : Automatic transaxle

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Driving your vehicle

Trailer towing equipment

Hitches

It's important to have the correct

hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large

trucks going by, and rough roads are

a few reasons why you’ll need the

right hitch. Here are some rules to

follow:

■ Left side

• Do you have to make any holes in

the body of your vehicle when you

install a trailer hitch? If you do, then

be sure to seal the holes later

when you remove the hitch. If you

don’t seal them, carbon monoxide

(CO) from your exhaust can get

into your vehicle, as well as dirt

and water.

■ Right side

• The bumpers on your vehicle are

not intended for hitches. Do not

attach rental hitches or other

bumper-type hitches to them. Use

only a frame-mounted hitch that

does not attach to the bumper.

• A HYUNDAI trailer hitch accessory

is available at an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

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Safety chains

Trailer brakes

Driving with a trailer

You should always attach chains If your trailer is equipped with a brak-

between your vehicle and your trail- ing system, make sure it conforms

er. Cross the safety chains under the your country’s regulations and that it

tongue of the trailer so that the is properly installed and operating

tongue will not drop to the road if it correctly.

Towing a trailer requires a certain

amount of experience. Before setting

out for the open road, you must get

to know your trailer. Acquaint your-

self with the feel of handling and

braking with the added weight of the

trailer. And always keep in mind that

the vehicle you are driving is now

longer and not nearly as responsive

as your vehicle is by itself.

becomes separated from the hitch.

If your trailer weighs more than the

Instructions about safety chains may

maximum trailer weight without trail-

be provided by the hitch manufactur-

er brakes loaded, then it needs its

er or trailer manufacturer. Follow the

own brakes and they must be ade-

manufacturer’s recommendation for

quate. Be sure to read and follow the

attaching safety chains. Always leave

instructions for the trailer brakes so

Before you start, check the trailer

hitch and platform, safety chains,

electrical connector(s), lights, tires

and brakes.

just enough slack so you can turn

you’ll be able to install, adjust and

with your trailer. And, never allow

maintain them properly. Be sure not

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safety chains to drag on the ground.

to tap into your vehicle's brake sys-

tem.

During your trip, occasionally check

to be sure that the load is secure,

and that the lights and trailer brakes

are still working.

WARNING

Do not use a trailer with its own

brakes unless you are absolute-

ly certain that you have proper-

ly set up the brake system. This

is not a task for amateurs. Use

an experienced, competent

trailer shop for this work.

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Driving your vehicle

Distance

Backing up

Turn signals

Stay at least twice as far behind the Hold the bottom of the steering When you tow a trailer, your vehicle

vehicle ahead as you would when wheel with one hand. Then, to move has to have a different turn signal

driving your vehicle without a trailer. the trailer to the left, move your hand flasher and extra wiring. The green

This can help you avoid situations to the left. To move the trailer to the arrows on your instrument panel will

that require heavy braking and sud- right, move your hand to the right. flash whenever you signal a turn or

den turns.

Always back up slowly and, if possi- lane change. Properly connected,

ble, have someone guide you.

the trailer lights will also flash to alert

other drivers you’re about to turn,

change lanes, or stop.

Passing

Making turns

You will need more passing distance

When towing a trailer, the green

arrows on your instrument panel will

flash for turns even if the bulbs on

the trailer are burned out. Thus, you

may think drivers behind you are

seeing your signals when, in fact,

they are not. It’s important to check

occasionally to be sure the trailer

bulbs are still working.You must also

check the lights every time you dis-

connect and then reconnect the

wires.

up ahead when you’re towing a trail- When you’re turning with a trailer,

er. And, because of the increased make wider turns than normal. Do

vehicle length, you’ll need to go this so your trailer won’t strike soft

much farther beyond the passed shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees,

vehicle before you can return to your or other objects. Avoid jerky or sud-

lane.

den maneuvers. Signal well in

advance.

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Driving on hills

WARNING

CAUTION

Reduce speed and shift to a lower

gear before you start down a long or

steep downgrade. If you don’t shift

down, you might have to use your

brakes so much that they would get

overheated and may not operate effi-

ciently.

Do not connect a trailer lighting

system directly to your vehi-

cle’s lighting system. Use an

approved trailer wiring harness.

To prevent engine and/or

transaxle overheating:

• When towing a trailer on steep

grades (in excess of 6%) pay

close attention to the engine

coolant temperature gauge to

ensure the engine does not

overheat. If the needle of the

coolant temperature gauge

moves towards “H” (HOT), pull

over and stop as soon as it is

safe to do so, and allow the

engine to idle until it cools

down. You may proceed once

the engine has cooled suffi-

ciently.

Failure to do so could result in

damage to the vehicle electrical

system and/or personal injury.

On a long uphill grade, shift down

and reduce your speed to around 70

km/h (45 mph) to reduce the possi-

bility of engine and transaxle over-

heating.

Consult

an

authorized

HYUNDAI dealer for assistance.

If your trailer weighs more than the

maximum trailer weight without trail-

er brakes and you have an automat-

ic transaxle , you should drive in D

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(Drive) when towing

a

trailer.

Operating your vehicle in D (Drive)

when towing a trailer will minimize

heat build-up and extend the life of

your transaxle.

• You must decide your vehicle

speed according to the trailer

weight and uphill grade.

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Driving your vehicle

However, if you ever have to park 5.Start the vehicle, hold the brakes,

Parking on hills

your trailer on a hill, here's how to do

it:

shift to neutral, release the parking

brake and slowly release the

brakes until the trailer chocks

absorb the load.

Generally, if you have a trailer

attached to your vehicle, you should

not park your vehicle on a hill.

1.Pull the vehicle into the parking

space.

6.Reapply the brakes and parking

brakes.

Turn the steering wheel in the

direction of the curb (right if head-

ed down hill, left if headed up hill).

7.Move the shift lever to P (Park, for

automatic transaxle vehicle) or 1st

gear when the vehicle is parked on

a uphill grade and in R (Reverse)

on a downhill (for manual transaxle

vehicle).

2.Shift the vehicle to P (Park, for

automatic transaxle vehicle) or

neutral (for manual transaxle vehi-

cle).

3.Set the parking brake and shut off

the vehicle.

8.Shut off the vehicle and release the

vehicle brakes but leave the park-

ing brake set.

4.Place wheel chocks under the trail-

er wheels on the down hill side of

the wheels.

WARNING

To prevent serious or fatal

injury:

Do not get out of the vehicle

without the parking brake firmly

set. If you have left the engine

running, the vehicle can move

suddenly. You and others could

be seriously or fatally injured.

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Ready to leave after parking on

a hill

Maintenance when towing a

trailer

CAUTION

1.With the shift lever to P (Park, for

automatic transaxle vehicle) or

neutral (for manual transaxle vehi-

cle), apply your brakes and hold

the brake pedal down while you:

Your vehicle will need service more

often when you regularly pull a trail-

er. Important items to pay particular

attention to include engine oil, auto-

matic transaxle fluid, axle lubricant

and cooling system fluid. Brake con-

dition is another important item to

frequently check. If you’re trailering,

it’s a good idea to review these items

before you start your trip. Don’t forget

to also maintain your trailer and

hitch. Follow the maintenance sched-

ule that accompanied your trailer and

check it periodically. Preferably, con-

duct the check at the start of each

day’s driving. Most importantly, all

hitch nuts and bolts should be tight.

To prevent vehicle damage:

• Due to higher load during

trailer usage, overheating

might occur on hot days or

during uphill driving. If the

coolant gauge indicates over-

heating, switch off the air con-

ditioner and stop the vehicle

in a safe area to cool down the

engine.

• Start your engine;

• Shift into gear; and

• Release the parking brake.

2.Slowly remove your foot from the

brake pedal.

• When towing check automatic

transaxle fluid more frequent-

ly.

3.Drive slowly until the trailer is clear

of the chocks.

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4.Stop and have someone pick up

and store the chocks.

• If your vehicle is not equipped

with an air conditioner, you

should install a condenser fan

to improve engine perform-

ance when towing a trailer.

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