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Hyundai Tiburon (2008 year). Manual - part 9

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI

OPERATING THE MANUAL

TRANSAXLE

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If you 've come to a complete stop and

Type B

it's hard to shift into 1st or R(Reverse),

Type A

Type B

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.

Do not use the shift lever as a handrest

during driving, as this can result in pre-

mature wear of the transaxle shift forks.

Mis-shift

prevention

tab

CAUTION:

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Do not downshift more than 2 gears or

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downshift the gear when the engine is

When shifting into reverse gear, pull the mis-

running at high speed (5,000 RPM or

Your Hyundai's manual transaxle has a con-

shift prevention tab and shift into reverse gear

higher). Such downshifting may dam-

ventional shift pattern. This shift pattern is im-

position. (B Type: 6 speed type)

age the engine.

printed on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully

When downshifting from fifth gear to

synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to

NOTE:

fourth gear, caution should be taken not

either a higher or a lower gear is easily accom-

o To shift into reverse, rest the lever in

to inadvertently press the gear shift lever

plished.

neutral for at least 3 seconds after your

sideways in such a manner that second

car is completely stopped. Then move

gear is engaged. Such a drastic down-

the lever into the reverse position.

shift may cause the engine speed to

o During cold weather, shifting may be

increase to the point that the tachometer

difficult until the transaxle lubricant has

will enter the red zone. Such over revving

warmed up. This is normal and not harm-

of the engine may possibly cause engine

ful to the transaxle.

damage.

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Using the Clutch

Good Driving Practices

The clutch should be pressed all the way to the

Never take the car out of gear and coast

WARNING:

floor before shifting, then released slowly. The

down a hill. This is extremely hazardous.

Always buckle-up! In a collision, an

clutch pedal should always be fully returned to

Always leave the car in gear.

unbelted occupant is significantly more

the original position. Do not rest your foot on the

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

likely to be seriously injured or killed

clutch pedal while driving. This can cause un-

to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when

than a properly belted occupant.

necessary wear.

you are driving down a long hill, slow down

Avoid high speeds when cornering or

Do not partially engage the clutch to hold the car

and shift to a lower gear. When you do this,

turning.

on an incline. This causes unnecessary wear.

engine braking will help slow the car.

Do not make quick steering wheel move-

Use the foot brake or parking brake to hold the

Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.

ments, such as sharp lane changes or

car on an incline. Do not operate the clutch pedal

This will help avoid over-revving the engine,

fast, sharp turns.

rapidly and repeatedly.

which can cause damage.

The risk of rollover is greatly increased if

Slow down when you encounter cross winds.

you lose control of your vehicle at high-

This gives you much better control of your

way speeds.

car.

Loss of control often occurs if two or

Be sure the car is completely stopped before

more wheels drop off the roadway and

you attempt to shift into reverse. The

the driver oversteers to reenter the road-

transaxle can be damaged if you do not. To

way.

shift into reverse, depress the clutch, move

In the event your vehicle leaves the road-

the shift lever to neutral, wait three seconds,

way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow

then shift to the reverse position.

down before pulling back into the travel

Exercise extreme caution when driving on a

lanes.

slippery surface. Be especially careful when

Never exceed posted speed limits.

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.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

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The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the

Recommended Shift Points

battery has been disconnected, may be

somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condi-

The shift points as shown below are recom-

tion, and the shifting sequence will adjust

mended for optimum fuel economy and perfor-

after shifts are cycled a few times by the

mance.

T.C.M (Transaxle Control Module).

Type A (5 speed)

Shift

Recommended

from-to

1-2

15 mph (20 km/h)

2-3

25 mph (40 km/h)

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3-4

35 mph (55 km/h)

The highly efficient Hyundai automatic transaxle

4-5

45 mph (75 km/h)

has four forward speeds and one reverse

speed. The individual speeds are selected au-

tomatically, depending on the position of the

Type B (6 speed)

speed selector lever. The selector lever has 2

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Shift

gates; the main gate and the manual gate.

Recommended

from-to

NOTE:

For information on manual gate operation,

1-2

10 mph (15 km/h)

CAUTION:

refer to "Sports Mode".

Never shift into "R" or "P" position while the

2-3

20 mph (35 km/h)

vehicle is moving.

In the main gate, the selector lever has 4

3-4

30 mph (50 km/h)

positions, and is equipped with a button to avoid

4-5

45 mph (70 km/h)

inadvertent selection.

5-6

60 mph (95 km/h)

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NOTE:

Depress the brake pedal and push

o R(Reverse):

Sports Mode

the button when shifting.

Use for backing up the vehicle. Bring the car to

Push the button when shifting.

a complete stop before shifting the selector

lever to "R" position.

The selector lever can be shifted

freely.

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The indicator lights in the instrument cluster

indicate the selector lever position when the

o N (Neutral):

ignition is switched "ON". During the sports

In the "N" position, the transaxle is in neutral,

mode operation, the gear currently in use dis-

which means that no gears are engaged. The

plays in the numeral indicator.

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

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moving.

The function of each position is as fol-

Whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion,

lows:

sports mode is selected by pushing the selector

lever from the "D" position into the manual gate.

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To return to "D" range operation, push the

o P (Park):

o D(Drive):

selector lever back into the main gate.

Use to hold the vehicle in place when parked or

Use for normal driving. Bring the car to a

In sports mode, moving the selector lever back-

while starting the engine. Whenever parking the

complete stop before shifting the selector lever

wards and forwards can make rapid gearshifts

car, apply the parking brake and shift the selec-

to "D" position. The transaxle will automatically

simple. In contrast to a manual transaxle, the

tor lever to the "P" (Park) position.

shift through a four gear sequence.

sports mode allows gearshifts with the accel-

erator pedal depressed.

UP (+) : Push the lever forward once to shift up

one gear.

CAUTION:

DOWN (-) : Pull the lever backwards once to

Never place the selector lever in the "P"

shift down one gear.

(Park) position unless the vehicle is fully

stopped. Failure to observe this caution

will cause severe damage to the transaxle.

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To maintain the required levels of ve-

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hicle performance and safety, the sys-

tem may not execute certain gearshifts

CAUTION:

when the selector lever is operated.

In sports mode, the driver must execute

CAUTION:

shifts in accordance with prevailing road

Before driving away from a stop on a

Shift into "R", "D" and "P" position only

conditions, taking care to keep the en-

slippery road, push the selector lever

when the vehicle has completely

gine speed below the red zone.

forward into the +(UP) position. This

stopped.

For engine protection, upward shifts are

causes the transaxle to shift into 2nd

Do not accelerate the engine in reverse

made automatically when the engine

gear which is better for smooth driving

or any of the forward positions with the

rpm reaches the red zone.

away on a slippery road. Push the selec-

brakes applied.

By rapidly moving the selector lever

tor lever to the -(DOWN) side to shift

Always apply the footbrake when shift-

backwards (-) twice it is possible to skip

back to 1st gear.

ing from "P" or "N", to "R", "D"position.

one gear by using the sports mode.

Do not use the "P" (Park) position in

Since sudden engine braking and/or

place of the parking brake. Always set

rapid acceleration can cause a loss of

the parking brake, shift the transaxle

traction, however, downshifts must be

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into "P" (Park) position and turn off the

made carefully in accordance with the

NOTE:

ignition when you leave the vehicle, even

vehicle's speed.

o For smooth and safe operation, depress

momentarily. Never leave the vehicle

the brake pedal when shifting from "Neu-

unattended while the engine is running.

tral" position or "Park" position to a

Check the automatic transaxle fluid level

forward or reverse gear.

regularly, and add fluid as necessary.

NOTE:

o The ignition key must be in the "ON"

When accelerating from a stop on a

o In sports mode, only the four forward

position and the brake pedal fully de-

steep hill, the vehicle may have a ten-

gears can be selected. To select reverse

pressed in order to move the shift lever

dency to roll backwards. Shifting the

or park, move the selector lever to the "R"

from the "P" (Park) position to any of the

shift lever into 2nd gear while in Sport

or "P" position as required.

other positions.

mode will help prevent the vehicle from

o In sports mode, downward shifts are

o It is always possible to shift from "R",

rolling backwards.

made automatically when the vehicle

"N", "D" position to "P" position. The

See the maintenance schedule for the

slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st

vehicle must be fully stopped to avoid

proper fluid recommendation.

gear is automatically selected.

transaxle damage.

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Optimum vehicle performance and economy

Good Driving Practices

is obtained by smoothly depressing and

releasing the accelerator pedal.

Never move the gear selector lever from "P"

WARNING:

or "N" to any other position with the accelera-

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow,

tor pedal depressed.

mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to

Never move the gear selector lever into "P"

rock the vehicle free by moving it forward

when the vehicle is in motion.

and backward. Do not attempt this proce-

WARNING:

Be sure the car is completely stopped before

dure if people or objects are anywhere near

Always buckle-up! In a collision, an

you attempt to shift into "R" or "D".

the vehicle. During the rocking operation

unbelted occupant is significantly more

Never take the car out of gear and coast

the vehicle may suddenly move forward or

likely to be seriously injured or killed

down a hill. This may be extremely hazard-

backward as it becomes unstuck, causing

than a properly belted occupant.

ous. Always leave the car in gear when

injury or damage to nearby people or ob-

Avoid high speeds when cornering or

moving.

jects.

turning.

Do not "ride" the brakes. This can cause

Do not make quick steering wheel move-

them to overheat and malfunction. Instead,

ments, such as sharp lane changes or

when you are driving down a long hill, slow

fast, sharp turns.

down and shift to a lower gear. When you do

The risk of rollover is greatly increased if

this, engine braking will help slow the car.

you lose control of your vehicle at high-

Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.

way speeds.

Otherwise, the lower gear may not be en-

Loss of control often occurs if two or

gaged.

more wheels drop off the roadway and

Always use the parking brake. Do not de-

the driver oversteers to reenter the road-

pend on placing the transaxle in "P" to keep

way.

the car from moving.

In the event your vehicle leaves the road-

Exercise extreme caution when driving on a

way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow

slippery surface. Be especially careful when

down before pulling back into the travel

braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a

lanes.

slippery surface, an abrupt change in ve-

Never exceed posted speed limits.

hicle speed can cause the drive wheels to

lose traction and the vehicle to go out of

control.

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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

ELECTRONIC STABILITY

CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM

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(If installed)

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed

WARNING:

to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking

ABS will not prevent accidents due to im-

or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con-

proper or dangerous driving maneuvers.

WARNING:

trol module monitors the wheel speed and con-

Even though vehicle control is improved

Never drive too fast for the road conditions

trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus,

during emergency braking, always main-

or too quickly when cornering. Electronic

in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS

tain a safe distance between you and ob-

stability control (ESC) will not prevent ac-

will increase vehicle control during braking.

jects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always

cidents. Excessive speed in turns, abrupt

be reduced during extreme road condi-

maneuvers and hydroplaning on wet sur-

tions.

faces can still result in serious accidents.

NOTE:

The braking distance for cars equipped

Only a safe and attentive driver can prevent

o A click sound may be heard in the engine

with an anti-lock braking system may be

accidents by avoiding maneuvers that

compartment when the vehicle begins

longer than for those without it in the

cause the vehicle to lose traction. Even with

to move after the engine is started. These

following road conditions.

ESC installed, always follow all the normal

conditions are normal and indicate that

During these conditions the vehicle should

precautions for driving - including driving

the anti-lock brake system (Electronic

be driven at reduced speeds.

at safe speeds for the conditions.

Stability Program) is functioning prop-

erly.

o Rough, gravel or snow-covered roads.

o During ABS operation, a slight pulsation

o With tire chains installed.

may be felt in the brake pedal when the

o Roads where the road surface is pitted or

brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be

has different surface height.

heard in the engine compartment while

braking. These conditions are normal

The safety features of an ABS equipped

and indicate that the anti-lock brake

vehicle should not be tested by high speed

system is functioning properly.

driving or cornering. This could endanger

the safety of yourself or others.

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ESC ON/OFF Mode

CAUTION:

When the ESC is operating, the ESC indicator

Driving with varying tire or wheel size may

in the instrument cluster will blink.

cause the ESC system to malfunction. When

If you turn the system off by pressing the ESC

replacing tires, make sure they are the same

switch, the ESC-OFF indicator will come on and

size as your original tires.

stay on. In the ESC-OFF mode, the stability

control will be deactivated. Adjust your driving

accordingly. To turn the system back on, press

the switch again. The ESC-OFF indicator should

go off.

NOTE:

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WARNING:

The ESC mode will automatically be turned

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system

Electronic stability control is only a driving

ON after the engine is turned off and re-

is designed to stabilize the vehicle during cor-

aid; all normal precautions for driving in

started.

nering manuevers. ESC checks where you are

inclement weather and on slippery road

steering and where the vehicle is actually going.

surfaces should be observed.

ESC applies the brakes at individual wheels and

intervenes in the engine management system

to stabilize the vehicle.

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system

is an electronic system designed to help the

driver maintain vehicle control under adverse

conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving

practices.

Factors including speed, road conditions and

driver steering input can all affect whether ESC

will be effective in preventing a loss of control.

It is still your responsibility to drive and corner

at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient

margin of safety.

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GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES

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After being parked, check to be sure the

Indicators and Warning

parking brake is not engaged and that the

parking brake indicator light is out before

The indicators should illuminate when the igni-

WARNING:

driving away.

tion key is turned to ON or START but should

Whenever leaving vehicle or parking,

Driving through water may get the brakes

go out after three seconds.

always set the parking brake as far as

wet. They can also get wet when the car is

If the indicators do not illuminate, or the ESC or

possible and fully engage the vehicle's

washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous!

ESC-OFF indicator does not go out after 3

transaxle into the park position. Ve-

Your car will not stop as quickly if the brakes

seconds, have the vehicle checked by an

hicles not fully engaged in park with the

are wet. Wet brakes cause the car to pull to

authorized dealer.

parking brake set are at risk for moving

one side. To dry the brakes, apply the

inadvertently and injuring yourself or

brakes lightly while driving slowly until the

Should there be any unusual conditions in the

others.

braking action returns to normal, taking care

device while driving, ESC-OFF indicator illumi-

All vehicles should always have the park-

to keep the car under control at all times. If

nates as a warning.

ing brake fully engaged when parking to

the braking action does not return to normal,

If ESC-OFF indicator illuminates, pull your car

avoid inadvertent movement of the car

stop as soon as it is safe to do so and call your

to a safe place and stop the engine.

which can injure occupants or pedestri-

Hyundai dealer for assistance.

Then, start the engine again to check if the ESC-

ans.

Don’t coast down hills with the car out of gear.

OFF indicator goes out.

Nothing should be carried on top of the

This is extremely hazardous. Keep the car

shelf panel behind the rear seat. If there

in gear at all times, use the brakes to slow

If the indicator remains lit even after the engine

were an accident or a sudden stop, such

down, then shift to a lower gear so that engine

has been started, have your car checked by an

objects could move forward and cause

braking will help you maintain a safe speed.

authorized Hyundai dealer.

damage to the vehicle or injure the occu-

Don’t "ride" the brake pedal. Resting your

pants.

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.

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.

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DRIVING FOR ECONOMY

If your car is equipped with an automatic

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Be sure that the wheels are aligned cor-

transaxle, don’t let your car creep forward.

You can save fuel and get more miles from your

rectly. Improper alignment can result from

To avoid creeping forward, keep your foot on

car if you follow these suggestions:

hitting curbs or driving too fast over irregular

the brake pedal when the car is stopped.

surfaces. Poor alignment causes faster tire

Use caution when parking on a hill. Firmly

Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate

wear and may also result in other problems

engage the parking brake and place the gear

rate. Don't make "jack-rabbit" starts or full-

as well as greater fuel consumption.

selector lever in "P" (automatic transaxle) or

throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruising

Keep your car in good condition. For better

in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle).

speed. Don't race between stoplights. Try to

fuel economy and reduced maintenance

If your car is facing downhill, turn the front

adjust your speed to that of the other traffic

costs, maintain your car in accordance with

wheels into the curb to help keep the car from

so you don't have to change speeds unnec-

the maintenance schedule in Section 5. If

rolling. If your car is facing uphill, turn the front

essarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos-

you drive your car in severe conditions,

wheels away from the curb to help keep the

sible. Always maintain a safe distance from

more frequent maintenance is required (see

car from rolling. If there is no curb or if it is

other vehicles so you can avoid unneces-

Section 5 for details).

required by other conditions to keep the car

sary braking. This also reduces brake wear.

Keep your car clean. For maximum service,

from rolling, block the wheels.

Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you

your Hyundai should be kept clean and free

Under some conditions your parking brake

drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving at

of corrosive materials. It is especially impor-

can freeze in the engaged position. This is

a moderate speed, especially on the high-

tant that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed to

most likely to happen when there is an

way, is one of the most effective ways to

accumulate on the underside of the car. This

accumulation of snow or ice around or near

reduce fuel consumption.

extra weight can result in increased fuel

the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If

Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This

consumption and also contribute to corro-

there is a risk that the parking brake may

can increase fuel consumption and also

sion.

freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put

increase wear on these components. In

Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary

the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or

addition, driving with your foot resting on the

weight in your car. Weight reduces fuel

in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle)

brake pedal may cause the brakes to over-

economy.

and block the rear wheels so the car cannot

heat, which reduces their effectiveness and

Don't let the engine idle longer than neces-

roll. Then release the parking brake.

may lead to more serious consequences.

sary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic),

Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with

Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated

turn off your engine and restart only when

the accelerator pedal. This can cause the

to the recommended pressure. Incorrect

you're ready to go.

transmission to overheat. Always use the

inflation, either too much or too little, results

Remember, your Hyundai does not require

brake pedal or parking brake.

in unnecessary tire wear. Check the tire

extended warm-up. After the engine has

pressures at least once a month.

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.

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SMOOTH CORNERING

WINTER DRIVING

Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging

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is driving too slowly in too high a gear result-

Avoid braking or gear changing in corners,

The more severe weather conditions of winter

ing in the engine bucking. If this happens,

especially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners

result in greater wear and other problems. To

shift to a lower gear. Over-revving is racing

should always be taken under gentle accelera-

minimize the problems of winter driving, you

the engine beyond its safe limit. This can be

tion. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear

should follow these suggestions:

avoided by shifting at the recommended

will be held to a minimum.

speeds.

Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air

conditioning system is operated by engine

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power so your fuel economy is reduced

Snowy or Icy Conditions

when you use it.

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.

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Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Cool-

Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Neces-

Use Approved Window Washer Anti-

ant

sary

Freeze in System

Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality

In some climates it is recommended that a lower

To keep the water in the window washer system

ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It

viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold

from freezing, add an approved window washer

is the only type of coolant that should be used

weather. See Section 9 for recommendations.

anti-freeze solution in accordance with instruc-

because it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-

If you aren’t sure what weight oil you should use,

tions on the container. Window washer anti-

ing system, lubricates the water pump and

consult your Hyundai dealer.

freeze is available from Hyundai dealers and

prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or replen-

most auto parts outlets. Do not use engine

ish your coolant in accordance with the main-

coolant or other types of anti-freeze as these

tenance schedule in Section 5. Before winter,

may damage the paint finish.

have your coolant tested to assure that its

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freezing point is sufficient for the temperatures

Check Spark Plugs and Ignition System

anticipated during the winter.

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Inspect your spark plugs as described in Sec-

Don’t Let Your Parking Brake Freeze

tion

6 (See page 6-10) and replace them if

necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and

Under some conditions your parking brake can

components to be sure they are not cracked,

freeze in the engaged position. This is most

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worn or damaged in any way.

likely to happen when there is an accumulation

Check Battery and Cables

of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes

or if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk the

Winter puts additional burdens on the battery

parking brake may freeze, apply it only tempo-

system. Visually inspect the battery and cables

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rarily while you put the gear selector lever in "P"

as described in Section 6 (See page 6-19). The

To Keep Locks from Freezing

(automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual

level of charge in your battery can be checked

transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the car

by your Hyundai dealer or a service station.

To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an

cannot roll. Then release the parking brake.

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.

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HIGHER SPEED MOTORING

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2. Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil:

Don’t Let Ice and Snow Accumulate

Pre-Trip Inspections

High speed travel consumes more fuel than

Underneath

urban motoring. Do not forget to check both

1. Tires:

engine coolant and engine oil.

Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specifica-

Under some conditions, snow and ice can build

tion. Low tire inflation pressures will result in

up under the fenders and interfere with the

3. Drive belt:

overheating and possible failure of the tires.

steering. When driving in severe winter condi-

A loose or damaged drive belt may result in

Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may

tions where this may happen, you should peri-

overheating of the engine.

result in reduced traction or tire failure.

odically check underneath the car to be sure the

movement of the front wheels and the steering

components is not obstructed.

NOTE:

Never exceed the maximum tire inflation

pressure shown on the tires.

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Carry Emergency Equipment

WARNING:

Depending on the severity of the weather where

Underinflated or overinflated tires can

you drive your car, you should carry appropri-

cause poor handling, loss of vehicle

ate emergency equipment. Some of the items

control, and sudden tire failure leading

you may want to carry include tire chains, tow

to accidents, injuries, and even death.

straps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares,

Always check tires are properly inflated

sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper,

before driving. Refer to pages 8-2~8-3

gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.

for proper tire pressures and further

information.

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.

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USE OF LIGHTS

TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING

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Trailer Hitches

Check your lights regularly for correct opera-

If you are considering towing with your car, you

tion and always keep them clean. When driving

should first check with your State's Department

Select the proper hitch and ball combination,

during the day in conditions of poor visibility, it

of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal re-

making sure that its location is compatible with

is helpful to drive with headlights on low beam.

quirements.

that of the trailer or vehicle being towed. Use a

This enables you to be seen, as well as to see.

Since laws vary from State to State, the require-

quality non-equalizing hitch which distributes

ments for towing trailers, cars, other types of

the tongue load uniformly throughout the chas-

vehicles, or apparatus may differ. Ask your

sis.

Hyundai dealer for further details before towing.

The hitch should be bolted securely to the car

and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOT

USE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY

CAUTION:

INSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THAT

Do not do any towing with your car during

ATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER.

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.

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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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Trailer Weight Limit

CAUTION:

Never connect a trailer brake system

directly to the vehicle brake system.

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 across the dial towards

Gross axle weight

Gross vehicle weight

"H" (HOT), pull over and stop as soon as

it is safe to do so, and allow the engine

Tongue load

Total trailer weight

to idle until it cools down. You may

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proceed once the engine has cooled

The total gross vehicle weight with trailer

sufficiently.

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must not exceed the Gross Vehicle

Tongue loads can be increased or decreased

Weight Rating (GVWR) shown on the

by redistributing the load in the trailer.

vehicle identification plate (see page 8-

This can be verified by checking the total weight

1). The total gross vehicle weight is the

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of the loaded trailer and then checking the load

combined weight of the vehicle, driver,

Safety Chains

on the tongue.

all passengers and their luggage, cargo,

hitch, trailer tongue load and other op-

Should the hitch connection between your

vechile and the trailer or vehicle you are towing

NOTE:

tional equipment.

The front or rear axle weight must not

fail, the trailer or vehicle could wander danger-

1. Never load the trailer with more weight in

ously across other lanes of traffic and ultimately

the back than in the front. About 60% of

exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating

leave the roadway. To eliminate this potentially

the trailer load should be in the front half

(GAWR) shown on the vehicle identifi-

dangerous situation, safety chains, attached

on the trailer and the remaining 40% in

cation plate (see page 8-2). It is possible

between your car and the trailer or towed

the rear.

that your towing package does not ex-

ceed the GVWR but exceeds the GAWR.

vehicle, are required in most states.

Improper trailer loading and/or too much

luggage in the trunk can overload the

rear axle. Redistribute the load and check

the axle weight again.

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(automatic). In addition, place wheel chocks

Trailer or Vehicle Towing Tips

at each of the trailer's tires.

9. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your

CAUTION:

1. Before towing, check hitch and safety chain

vehicle and trailer moving, and then apply the

The following specifications are recom-

connections as well as proper operation of

trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the

mended when towing a trailer. The loaded

the trailer running lights, brake lights, and

brakes are working. This lets you check

trailer weight cannot safely exceed the val-

turn signals.

your electrical connection at the same time.

ues in the chart below.

2. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

10.During your trip, occasionally check to be

speed. (Less than 60 mph)

sure that the load is secure, and that the

Lbs. (kg)

3. Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal

lights and any trailer brakes are still working.

conditions.

Maximum Towable Weight

11.Avoid jerky starts, sudden acceleration or

4. To maintain engine braking efficiency and

sudden stops.

Trailer

Tongue

electrical charging performance, do not use

12.Avoid sharp turns and rapid lane changes.

fifth gear

(manual transaxle) or overdrive

1000 (453)

100 (45)

13.Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long

(automatic transaxle).

or too frequently. This could cause the brakes

5. Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

to overheat, resulting in reduced braking

load shift while driving.

efficiency.

6. Check the condition and air pressure of all

WARNING:

14.When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear

tires on the trailer and your car. Low tire

o Improperly loading your vehicle and

and use the engine braking effect.

pressure can seriously affect the handling.

trailer can seriously affect its steering

When ascending a long grade, downshift the

Also check the spare tire.

and braking performance causing a

transaxle to a lower gear and reduce speed

7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-

crash which could cause serious injury

to reduce chances of engine overloading

fected by crosswind and buffeting.

or death.

and/or overheating.

When being passed by a large vehicle, keep

o Towing a trailer affected vehicle han-

15.If you have to stop while going uphill, do not

a constant speed and steer straight ahead.

dling and braking.

hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the

If there is too much wind buffeting, slow down

o Drive more slowly when towing a trailer

accelerator. This can cause the automatic

to get out of the other vehicle's air turbulence.

and allow more distance when braking.

transaxle to overheat. Use the parking brake

8. When parking your car and trailer, especially

o Be careful when driving in slippery and

or footbrake.

on a hill, be sure to follow all the normal

windy conditions.

precautions. Turn your front wheel into the

o Be careful when turning and while driv-

NOTE:

curb, set the parking brake firmly, and put the

ing up and down hills.

When towing check transaxle fluid more

transaxle in 1st or Reverse (manual) or Park

frequently.

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VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT

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Type C

Tire and Loading Information Label

CAUTION:

Type A

If overheating should occur when towing,

(the temperature gauge reads near red zone),

taking the following action may reduce or

eliminate the problem.

1. Turn off the air conditioner.

2. Reduce highway speed.

3. Select a lower gear when going uphill.

4. While in stop and go traffic, place the

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gear selector in park or neutral and idle

the engine at a higher speed.

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The tire label located on the driver's

Type B

side of the center pillar outer panel

gives the original tire size, cold tire

pressures recommended for your ve-

hicle, the number of people that can be

in your vehicle and vehicle capacity

weight.

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