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Hyundai Grand i10 (2015 year). Manual - part 13

Driving your vehicle

■ Left-hand drive

WARNING

WARNING

To reduce the risk of SERIOUS

•

Whenever leaving the vehicle or

INJURY or DEATH, do not operate

parking, always come to a com-

the parking brake while the vehicle

plete stop and continue to

is moving except in an emergency

depress the brake pedal. Move

situation. It could damage the brake

the shift lever into the 1st gear

system and lead to an accident.

(for manual transaxle vehicle) or

P (Park, for automatic transaxle

vehicle) position, then apply the

parking brake, and place the igni-

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tion switch in the LOCK/OFF

■ Right-hand drive

position.

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.

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•

Only release the parking brake

To release:

when you are seated inside the

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

vehicle with your foot firmly on

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-

CAUTION

cle immediately. If that is not possible,

•

Do not apply the accelerator

use extreme caution while operating the

pedal while the parking brake is

vehicle and only continue to drive the

engaged. If you depress the

vehicle until you can reach a safe loca-

accelerator pedal with the park-

tion.

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

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damage to brake parts. Make sure

the parking brake is released and

Check the Parking Brake Warning Light

the Brake Warning Light is off

by placing the ignition switch to the ON

before driving.

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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Driving your vehicle

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Using ABS

(Continued)

(if equipped)

To obtain the maximum benefit from your

The safety features of an ABS or

ABS in an emergency situation, do not

ESC equipped vehicle should not

attempt to modulate your brake pressure

WARNING

be tested by high speed driving or

and do not try to pump your brakes.

cornering. This could endanger the

An Anti-Lock Braking System

Depress your brake pedal as hard as

safety of yourself or others.

(ABS) or an Electronic Stability

possible.

Control (ESC) system will not pre-

When you apply your brakes under con-

vent accidents due to improper or

ditions which may lock the wheels, you

dangerous driving maneuvers.

ABS is an electronic braking system that

may hear sounds from the brakes, or feel

Even though vehicle control is

helps prevent a braking skid. ABS allows

a corresponding sensation in the brake

improved during emergency brak-

the driver to steer and brake at the same

pedal. This is normal and it means your

ing, always maintain a safe dis-

time.

ABS is active.

tance between you and objects

ABS does not reduce the time or dis-

ahead of you. Vehicle speeds

tance it takes to stop the vehicle.

should always be reduced during

Always maintain a safe distance from the

extreme road conditions. The brak-

vehicle in front of you.

ing distance for cars equipped with

ABS or ESC may be longer than for

ABS will not prevent a skid that results

those without these systems in the

from sudden changes in direction, such

following road conditions.

as trying to take a corner too fast or mak-

ing a sudden lane change. Always drive

Drive your vehicle at reduced

speeds during the following condi-

at a safe speed for the road and weather

conditions.

tions:

• Rough, gravel or snow-covered

ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability.

Always steer moderately when braking

roads.

hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel

• On roads where the road surface

movement can still cause your vehicle to

is pitted or has different surface

veer into oncoming traffic or off the road.

height.

• Tire chains are installed on your

vehicle.

(Continued)

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Driving your vehicle

On loose or uneven road surfaces, oper-

✽ NOTICE

ation of the anti-lock brake system may

WARNING

When you jump start your vehicle

result in a longer stopping distance than

If the ABS warning light (

) is on

because of a drained battery, the engine

for vehicles equipped with a conventional

and stays on, you may have a prob-

may not run as smoothly and the ABS

brake system.

lem with the ABS. Your power

warning light (

) may turn on at the

The ABS warning light (

) will stay on

brakes will work normally. To

same time. This happens because of the

for several seconds after the ignition

reduce the risk of serious injury or

low battery voltage. It does not mean

switch is in the ON position. During that

death, we recommend that you con-

your ABS is malfunctioning. Have the

time, the ABS will go through self-diag-

tact your HYUNDAI dealer as soon

battery recharged before driving the

nosis and the light will go off if everything

as possible.

vehicle.

is normal. If the light stays on, you may

have a problem with your ABS. We rec-

ommend that you contact an authorized

CAUTION

HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible

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

ESC operation

of the vehicle’s brakes and intervenes in

ESC ON condition

the engine management system to assist

When the ignition switch is in the ON

the driver with keeping the vehicle on the

position, the ESC and the ESC OFF indi-

intended path. It is not a substitute for

cator lights illuminate for approximately

safe driving practices. Always adjust your

three seconds and goes off, then the

speed and driving to the road conditions.

ESC is turned on.

If this light stays on, your vehicle may

WARNING

have a malfunction with the ESC system.

Never drive too fast for the road

We recommend that the vehicle be

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conditions or too quickly when cor-

checked by an authorized HYUNDAI

■ Right-hand drive

nering. The ESC system will not

dealer as soon as possible.

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

■ ESC indicator light (blinks)

When the ESC is in operation,

To cancel ESC operation,

the ESC indicator light blinks:

press the ESC OFF button

• When you apply your brakes

(ESC OFF indicator light illumi-

under conditions which may

nates).

lock the wheels, you may

If the ignition switch is placed

hear sounds from the brakes,

to the LOCK/OFF position

■ ESC OFF indicator light (comes on)

or feel a corresponding sen-

when ESC is off, ESC remains

sation in the brake pedal. This

off. Upon restarting the engine,

is normal and it means your

the ESC will automatically turn

ESC is active.

on again.

• When the ESC activates, the

Indicator lights

engine may not respond to

the accelerator as it does

When the ignition switch is placed to the

under routine conditions.

ON position, the ESC indicator light illu-

minates, then goes off if the ESC system

• When moving out of the mud

is operating normally.

or driving on a slippery road,

the engine rpm (revolutions

The ESC indicator light blinks whenever

per minute) may not increase

the ESC is operating.

even if you press the acceler-

If ESC indicator light stays on, your vehi-

ator pedal deeply. This is to

cle may have a malfunction with the ESC

maintain the stability and

system. When this warning light illumi-

traction of the vehicle and

nates we recommend that the vehicle be

does not indicate a problem.

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

✽ NOTICE

WARNING

When driving

Turning the ESC OFF does not affect

When the ESC is blinking, this indi-

The ESC OFF mode should only be used

ABS or standard brake system opera-

cates the ESC is active:

briefly to help free the vehicle if stuck in

tion.

Drive slowly and NEVER attempt to

snow or mud by temporarily stopping

accelerate. NEVER press the ESC

operation of the ESC to maintain wheel

OFF button while the ESC indicator

torque.

light is blinking or you may lose

To turn ESC off while driving, press the

control of the vehicle resulting in

ESC OFF button while driving on a flat

an accident.

road surface.

CAUTION

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the transaxle:

Driving with varying tire or wheel

sizes may cause the ESC system to

• Do not allow wheel(s) of one axle

malfunction. When replacing tires,

to spin excessively while the

make sure they are the same size as

ESC, ABS, and brake warning

your original tires for this vehicle.

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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Vehicle Stability Management

VSM operation

When operating

(VSM) (if equipped)

VSM ON condition

When the VSM is in operation, the ESC

The VSM operates when:

indicator light (

) blinks.

Vehicle Stability Management

(VSM)

helps ensure the vehicle stays stable

•

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

When you apply your brakes under con-

when accelerating or braking suddenly

is on.

ditions which may activate the ESC, you

on wet, slippery and rough roads where

•

Vehicle speed is approximately above

may hear sounds from the brakes, or feel

traction over the four tires can suddenly

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

a corresponding sensation in the brake

become uneven.

pedal. This is normal and it means your

•

Vehicle speed is approximately above

VSM is active.

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

braking on rough roads.

WARNING

✽ NOTICE

Take the following precautions

The VSM does not operate when:

when using the Vehicle Stability

• Driving rearward.

Management (VSM):

• ESC OFF (

) indicator light is on.

• ALWAYS check the speed and the

• EPS (Electric Power Steering) warn-

distance to the vehicle ahead. The

ing light (

) is on.

VSM is not a substitute for safe

driving practices.

• 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)

✽ NOTICE

To cancel VSM operation, press the ESC

(if equipped)

• The HAC does not operate when the

OFF button. ESC OFF indicator light

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

The Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) pre-

(

) will illuminate.

vents the vehicle from rolling backwards

(for automatic transaxle vehicle.)

To turn on VSM, press the ESC OFF but-

when starting a vehicle from a stop on a

• The HAC operates when:

ton again. The ESC OFF indicator light

hill. The system operates the brakes

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

will go out.

automatically for approximately 1.5 sec-

(Drive) on up hill.

onds and releases the brake when the

- the shift lever is in R (Reverses) on

accelerator pedal is depressed or after

down hill.

WARNING

1.5 seconds.

(for manual transaxle vehicle)

If ESC indicator light (

) or EPS

• The HAC activates even though the

warning light (

) stays on, your

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is

vehicle may have a malfunction

WARNING

off but does not activate when the

with the VSM system. When the

Always be ready to depress the

ESC has malfunctioned.

warning light illuminates we recom-

accelerator pedal when starting off

mend that the vehicle be checked

on a incline. The HAC activates only

by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

for approximately 1.5 seconds.

as soon as possible.

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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Driving your vehicle

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)

Good braking practices

Wet brakes can be dangerous! The

(if equipped)

brakes may get wet if the vehicle is driv-

en through standing water or if it is

The Emergency Stop Signal system

WARNING

washed. Your vehicle will not stop as

alerts the driver behind by blinking the

Whenever leaving the vehicle or

quickly if the brakes are wet. Wet brakes

stop light when the vehicle brakes rapid-

parking, always come to a complete

may cause the vehicle to pull to one side.

ly and severely.

stop and continue to depress the

To dry the brakes, apply the brakes light-

The system is activated when:

brake pedal. Move the shift lever

ly until the braking action returns to nor-

•

The vehicle suddenly stops

(vehicle

into the

1st gear

(for manual

mal, taking care to keep the vehicle

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

transaxle vehicle) or P (Park, for

under control at all times. If the braking

vehicle deceleration is greater than

automatic transaxle vehicle) posi-

action does not return to normal, stop as

7m/s2).

tion, then apply the parking brake,

soon as it is safe to do so and we rec-

•

The ABS is activating.

and place the ignition switch in the

ommend that you call an authorized

When vehicle speed is under 40 km/h

LOCK/OFF position.

HYUNDAI dealer for assistance.

(25mph) and the ABS deactivates or

Vehicles with the parking brake not

DO NOT drive with your foot resting on

the sudden stop situation is over, the

fully engaged are at risk for moving

the brake pedal. Even light, but constant

stop light will stop blinking. Instead, the

inadvertently and causing injury to

pedal pressure can result in the brakes

hazard warning flasher will turn on

yourself or others.

overheating, brake wear, and possibly

automatically. The hazard warning

even brake failure.

flasher will turn off when vehicle speed

If a tire goes flat while you are driving,

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

apply the brakes gently and keep the

has stopped. Also, it will turn off when

vehicle pointed straight ahead while you

the vehicle is driven at low speed for

slow down. When you are moving slowly

some time. You can turn it off manually

enough for it to be safe to do so, pull off

by pressing the hazard warning flasher

the road and stop in a safe location.

switch.

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)

■ 5 Door

✽ NOTICE

Operation of the rear parking assist

The system may not recognize objects

system

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

Operation condition

sor, or it may sense an incorrect dis-

• Sensing distance when backing up is

tance.

approximately

120 cm (47 inches)

when you are driving less than 10 km/h

(6 mph).

WARNING

• When more than two objects are

•

ALWAYS look around your vehi-

sensed at the same time, the closest

cle to make sure there are not any

one will be recognized first.

Sensor

objects or obstacles before mov-

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ing the vehicle in any direction to

■ 4 Door

Types of warning sounds

prevent a collision.

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

•

Always pay close attention when

32 inches) from the rear bumper:

the vehicle is driven close to

Buzzer beeps intermittently.

objects, particularly pedestrians,

and especially children.

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

inches) from the rear bumper: Buzzer

•

Be aware that some objects may

sounds two beeps intermittently.

not be visible on the screen or be

• When an object is within 40 cm (15

detected by the sensors, due to

the objects distance, size or

inches) of the rear bumper: Buzzer

material, all of which can limit the

sounds continuously.

Sensor

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effectiveness of the sensor.

If the audible warning does not sound or

if the buzzer sounds intermittently when

The Rear Parking Assist System aids the

shifting into R

(Reverse) position, this

driver during backward movement of the

may indicate a malfunction with the

vehicle by chiming if any object is sensed

CAUTION

Parking Assist System. If this occurs, we

within the distance of about

120 cm

Do not push, scratch or strike the

recommend that your vehicle be checked

(47 inches) behind the vehicle. This is a

sensor with any hard objects that

by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as

supplemental system that senses objects

could damage the surface of the

soon as possible.

within the range and location of the sen-

sensor. Sensor damage could

sors, it can not detect objects in other

occur.

areas where sensors are not installed.

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■ Left-hand drive

The rear parking assist system may

Detecting range may decrease when:

not operate normally when:

• Outside air temperature is extremely

• Moisture is frozen to the sensor.

hot or cold.

• The sensor is covered or stained with

• Undetectable objects smaller than about

foreign matter, such as snow or water,

1 m (40 inches) and narrower than about

or the sensor cover is blocked.

14 cm (6 inches) in diameter.

There is a possibility of a parking

The following objects may not be rec-

assist system malfunction when:

ognized by the sensor:

•

Driving on uneven road surfaces such

•

Sharp or slim objects such as ropes,

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as unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, or

chains or small poles.

■ Right-hand drive

gradient.

•

Objects, which tend to absorb sensor

•

Objects generating excessive noise

frequency such as clothes, spongy

such as vehicle horns, loud motorcycle

material or snow.

engines, or truck air brakes can inter-

fere with the sensor.

•

Heavy rain or water spray is present.

WARNING

Your new vehicle warranty does not

•

Wireless transmitters or mobile phones

are present near the sensor.

cover any accidents or damage to

the vehicle or injuries to its occu-

•

The sensor is covered with snow.

pants do to a rear parking assist

•

Any non-factory equipment or acces-

system malfunction. Always drive

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sories have been installed, or if the

safely and cautiously.

vehicle bumper height or sensor instal-

Non-operational conditions of rear

parking assist system

lation has been modified.

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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Driving your vehicle

SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Hazardous driving conditions

Rocking the vehicle

When hazardous driving conditions are

If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to

WARNING

encountered such as water, snow, ice,

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

If the tires spin at high speed the

mud or sand:

the steering wheel right and left to clear

tires can explode, and you or oth-

the area around your front wheels. Then,

ers may be injured. Do not attempt

Drive cautiously and allow extra distance

shift back and forth between 1st and R

this procedure if people or objects

for braking.

(Reverse, for manual transaxle vehicle)

are anywhere near the vehicle.

Avoid sudden movements in braking or

or R (Reverse) and a forward gear (for

The vehicle can overheat causing

steering.

automatic transaxle vehicle). Try to avoid

an engine compartment fire or

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

spinning the wheels, and do not race the

other damage. Spin the wheels as

ond gear. Accelerate slowly to avoid spin-

engine.

little as possible and avoid spin-

ning the drive wheels.

To prevent transaxle wear, wait until the

ning the wheels at speeds over 56

wheels stop spinning before shifting

km/h (35 mph) as indicated on the

gears. Release the accelerator pedal

speedometer.

WARNING

while shifting, and press lightly on the

Downshifting with an automatic

accelerator pedal while the transaxle is in

transaxle, while driving on slippery

gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in for-

surfaces can cause an accident.

ward and reverse directions causes a

CAUTION

The sudden change in tire speed

rocking motion that may free the vehicle.

If you are still stuck after rocking

could cause the tires to skid. Be

the vehicle a few times, have the

careful when downshifting on slip-

vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle

pery surfaces.

to avoid engine overheating, possi-

ble damage to the transaxle, and

tire damage. See “Towing” in chap-

Use sand, rock salt, or other non-slip

ter 6.

material under the drive wheels to pro-

To prevent damage to the transaxle,

vide traction when stalled in ice, snow, or

turn OFF the ESC (if equipped) prior

mud.

to rocking the vehicle.

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Smooth cornering

Driving at night

Driving in the rain

Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-

Night driving presents more hazards

Rain and wet roads can make driving

ners, especially when roads are wet.

than driving in the daylight. Here are

dangerous. Here are a few things to con-

Ideally, corners should always be taken

some important tips to remember:

sider when driving in the rain or on slick

under gentle acceleration.

• Slow down and keep more distance

pavement:

between you and other vehicles, as it

• Slow down and allow extra following

may be more difficult to see at night,

distance. A heavy rainfall makes it

especially in areas where there may

harder to see and increases the dis-

not be any street lights.

tance needed to stop your vehicle.

• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare

• Replace your windshield wiper blades

from other driver's headlights.

when they show signs of streaking or

• Keep your headlights clean and prop-

missing areas on the windshield.

erly aimed. Dirty or improperly aimed

headlights will make it much more diffi-

cult to see at night.

• 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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WINTER DRIVING

To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may

Snow tires

be necessary to use snow tires or to

install tire chains on your tires.

WARNING

Always carry emergency equipment.

Snow tires should be equivalent in

Some of the items you may want to carry

size and type to the vehicle's stan-

include tire chains, tow straps or chains,

dard tires. Otherwise, the safety

a flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a

and handling of your vehicle may

shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper,

be adversely affected.

gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket,

etc.

If you mount snow tires on your vehicle,

make sure to use radial tires of the same

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size and load range as the original tires.

Mount snow tires on all four wheels to

Snow or icy conditions

balance your vehicle’s handling in all

You need to keep sufficient distance

weather conditions. The traction provided

between your vehicle and the vehicle

by snow tires on dry roads may not be as

in front of you.

high as your vehicle's original equipment

tires. Check with the tire dealer for maxi-

Apply the brakes gently. Speeding,

mum speed recommendations.

rapid acceleration, sudden brake

applications, and sharp turns are

potentially very hazardous practices.

✽ NOTICE

During deceleration, use engine

Do not install studded tires without first

braking to the fullest extent. Sudden

checking local and municipal regula-

tions for possible restrictions against

brake applications on snowy or icy

their use.

roads may cause skids to occur.

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Chain installation

WARNING

When installing tire chains, follow the

The use of tire chains may adverse-

manufacturer's instructions and mount

ly affect vehicle handling:

them as tightly possible. Drive slowly

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

• Drive less than 30 km/h (20 mph)

installed. If you hear the chains contact-

or the chain manufacturer’s rec-

ommended speed limit, whichev-

ing the body or chassis, stop and tighten

er is lower.

them. If they still make contact, slow

down until the noise stops. Remove the

• Drive carefully and avoid bumps,

tire chains as soon as you begin driving

holes, sharp turns, and other

on cleared roads.

road hazards, which may cause

When mounting snow chains, park the

the vehicle to bounce.

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vehicle on level ground away from traffic.

• Avoid sharp turns or locked

Tire chains

Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning

wheel braking.

Flasher and place a triangular emer-

Since the sidewalls of radial tires are

gency warning device behind the vehicle

thinner than other types of tires, they may

if available. Always place the vehicle in P

be damaged by mounting some types of

✽ NOTICE

(Park), apply the parking brake and turn

tire chains on them. Therefore, the use of

• Install tire chains on the front tires. It

off the engine before installing snow

snow tires is recommended instead of

should be noted that installing tire

chains.

tire chains. Do not mount tire chains on

chains on the tires will provide a

vehicles equipped with aluminum

greater driving force, but will not pre-

wheels; if unavoidable use a wire type

vent side skids.

chain. If tire chains must be used, use

• Do not install studded tires without

genuine HYUNDAI parts and install the

first checking local and municipal reg-

tire chain after reviewing the instructions

ulations for possible restrictions

provided with the tire chains. Damage to

against their use.

your vehicle caused by improper tire

chain use is not covered by your vehicle

manufacturer’s warranty.

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