2003 Hyundai Elantra belt

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINEBEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINEBefore you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other
indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the
parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors
are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to
be sure they are in their proper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all
other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are not
needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON",
check that all appropriate warning lights are
operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10. Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the "ON" position.o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and
turn it to the "START" position. Release it as
soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the key
in the "START" position for more than 15
seconds.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:o oo o
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For safety, the engine will not start if the For safety, the engine will not start if theFor safety, the engine will not start if the For safety, the engine will not start if the
For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully (Manual clutch pedal is not depressed fully (Manualclutch pedal is not depressed fully (Manual clutch pedal is not depressed fully (Manual
clutch pedal is not depressed fully (Manual
Transaxle) or the shift lever is not in "P" or Transaxle) or the shift lever is not in "P" orTransaxle) or the shift lever is not in "P" or Transaxle) or the shift lever is not in "P" or
Transaxle) or the shift lever is not in "P" or
"N" Position (Automatic Transaxle). "N" Position (Automatic Transaxle)."N" Position (Automatic Transaxle). "N" Position (Automatic Transaxle).
"N" Position (Automatic Transaxle).
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The ignition key cannot be turned from The ignition key cannot be turned fromThe ignition key cannot be turned from The ignition key cannot be turned from
The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un- "ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un- "ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park) less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park) less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal is position or the negative battery terminal isposition or the negative battery terminal is position or the negative battery terminal is
position or the negative battery terminal is
disconnected from the battery. To remove disconnected from the battery. To removedisconnected from the battery. To remove disconnected from the battery. To remove
disconnected from the battery. To remove
the key, always confirm that the shift lever the key, always confirm that the shift leverthe key, always confirm that the shift lever the key, always confirm that the shift lever
the key, always confirm that the shift lever
is securely positioned in "P" (Park) (For is securely positioned in "P" (Park) (Foris securely positioned in "P" (Park) (For is securely positioned in "P" (Park) (For
is securely positioned in "P" (Park) (For
Automatic Transaxle) Automatic Transaxle)Automatic Transaxle) Automatic Transaxle)
Automatic Transaxle)
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For additional information about starting, For additional information about starting,For additional information about starting, For additional information about starting,
For additional information about starting,
see page 2-3. see page 2-3.see page 2-3. see page 2-3.
see page 2-3.
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KEY POSITIONS KEY POSITIONSKEY POSITIONS KEY POSITIONS
KEY POSITIONS
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
The engine should not be turned off or the The engine should not be turned off or theThe engine should not be turned off or the The engine should not be turned off or the
The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key cylinder key removed from the ignition key cylinderkey removed from the ignition key cylinder key removed from the ignition key cylinder
key removed from the ignition key cylinder
while the vehicle is in motion. The steering while the vehicle is in motion. The steeringwhile the vehicle is in motion. The steering while the vehicle is in motion. The steering
while the vehicle is in motion. The steering
wheel is locked by removing the key. wheel is locked by removing the key.wheel is locked by removing the key. wheel is locked by removing the key.
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COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCHCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH
COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH
To Start the Engine To Start the EngineTo Start the Engine To Start the Engine
To Start the Engine
o If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual
transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and
depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle,
place the shift lever in "P" (park).
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LOCK LOCKLOCK LOCK
LOCKACC ACCACC ACC
ACC
ON ONON ON
ON
START STARTSTART START
START
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o
"START" "START""START" "START"
"START"The engine is started in this position. It will crank
until you release the key.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Do not hold the key in the "START" position Do not hold the key in the "START" positionDo not hold the key in the "START" position Do not hold the key in the "START" position
Do not hold the key in the "START" position
for more than 15 seconds. for more than 15 seconds.for more than 15 seconds. for more than 15 seconds.
for more than 15 seconds.
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o
"ON" "ON""ON" "ON"
"ON"When the key is in the "ON" position, the ignition
is on and all accessories may be turned on. If the
engine is not running, the key should not be left
in the "ON" position. This will discharge the
battery and may also damage the ignition sys-
tem.
o oo o
o
"ACC" "ACC""ACC" "ACC"
"ACC"With the key in the "ACC" position, some electri-
cal accessories (radio, etc.) may be operated.

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"LOCK" "LOCK""LOCK" "LOCK"
"LOCK"The key can be removed or inserted in this
position. To protect against theft, the steering
wheel locks by removing the key.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key, To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key, To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,
To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key,
and then turn the steering wheel and key and then turn the steering wheel and keyand then turn the steering wheel and key and then turn the steering wheel and key
and then turn the steering wheel and key
simultaneously. simultaneously.simultaneously. simultaneously.
simultaneously.
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To Remove the Ignition Key To Remove the Ignition KeyTo Remove the Ignition Key To Remove the Ignition Key
To Remove the Ignition Key
1. Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position.
2. Simultaneously push and turn the ignition key
counterclockwise from the "ACC" position to
the "LOCK" position.
3. The key can be removed in the "LOCK"
position.
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STARTING
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly Never run the engine in a closed or poorlyNever run the engine in a closed or poorly Never run the engine in a closed or poorly
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area any longer than is needed to ventilated area any longer than is needed toventilated area any longer than is needed to ventilated area any longer than is needed to
ventilated area any longer than is needed to
move your car in or out of the area. The move your car in or out of the area. Themove your car in or out of the area. The move your car in or out of the area. The
move your car in or out of the area. The
carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorlesscarbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless
carbon monoxide gas emitted is odorless
and can cause serious injury or death. and can cause serious injury or death.and can cause serious injury or death. and can cause serious injury or death.
and can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed Be sure that the clutch is fully depressedBe sure that the clutch is fully depressed Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed
Be sure that the clutch is fully depressed
when starting a manual transaxle vehicle. when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.when starting a manual transaxle vehicle. when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.
when starting a manual transaxle vehicle.
Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle willYour manual transaxle equipped vehicle will Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will
Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle will
not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de- not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de- not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
not start unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped pressed. On a manual transaxle equippedpressed. On a manual transaxle equipped pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped
pressed. On a manual transaxle equipped
vehicle that can be started without depress- vehicle that can be started without depress-vehicle that can be started without depress- vehicle that can be started without depress-
vehicle that can be started without depress-
ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause ing the clutch, there is the potential to causeing the clutch, there is the potential to cause ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause
ing the clutch, there is the potential to cause
damage to the vehicle or injury to someone damage to the vehicle or injury to someonedamage to the vehicle or injury to someone damage to the vehicle or injury to someone
damage to the vehicle or injury to someone
inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the inside or outside the vehicle as a result of theinside or outside the vehicle as a result of the inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the
inside or outside the vehicle as a result of the
forward or backward movement of the ve- forward or backward movement of the ve-forward or backward movement of the ve- forward or backward movement of the ve-
forward or backward movement of the ve-
hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de- hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de- hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-
hicle that will occur if the clutch is not de-
pressed when the vehicle is started. pressed when the vehicle is started.pressed when the vehicle is started. pressed when the vehicle is started.
pressed when the vehicle is started.
4. Turn the ignition key to the "Start" position
and release it when the engine starts.
After the engine has started, allow the engine
to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the
vehicle in gear.
The starter should not be operated for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 15-30 sec-
onds between starting attempts to protect the
starter from overheating.
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Normal Conditions: Normal Conditions:Normal Conditions: Normal Conditions:
Normal Conditions:The Starting Procedure:
1. Insert key, and fasten the seat belt.
2. Depress the clutch pedal fully and place the
gearshift lever (manual transaxle) in neutral
or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in
"P" (park) position.
3. After turning the ignition key to the "ON"
position, make certain all warning lights and
gauges are functioning properly before start-
ing the engine.
LOCK LOCKLOCK LOCK
LOCKACC ACCACC ACC
ACC
ON ONON ON
ON
START STARTSTART START
START

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
The highly efficient Hyundai automatic transaxle
has four forward speeds and one reverse speed.
It has a conventional shift pattern as shown in the
illustration. At night, with the multi-function switch
turned on to the parking light or headlight posi-
tion, the appropriate symbol on the shift pattern
indicator will be illuminated according to the
range selected.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Never shift into "R" or "P" position while the Never shift into "R" or "P" position while theNever shift into "R" or "P" position while the Never shift into "R" or "P" position while the
Never shift into "R" or "P" position while the
vehicle is moving. vehicle is moving.vehicle is moving. vehicle is moving.
vehicle is moving.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Depress the brake pedal and push the Depress the brake pedal and push theDepress the brake pedal and push the Depress the brake pedal and push the
Depress the brake pedal and push the
button when shifting. button when shifting.button when shifting. button when shifting.
button when shifting.
Push the button when shifting. Push the button when shifting.Push the button when shifting. Push the button when shifting.
Push the button when shifting.
The selector lever can be shifted freely. The selector lever can be shifted freely.The selector lever can be shifted freely. The selector lever can be shifted freely.
The selector lever can be shifted freely.
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The function of each position is as The function of each position is asThe function of each position is as The function of each position is as
The function of each position is as
follows: follows:follows: follows:
follows:
o P (Park): o P (Park):o P (Park): o P (Park):
o P (Park):
Use to hold the vehicle in place when parked or
while starting the engine; shift the selector lever
to the "P" (Park) position. Whenever parking the
car, apply the parking brake and shift the selector
lever to the "P" (Park) position.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Never place the selector lever in the "P" Never place the selector lever in the "P"Never place the selector lever in the "P" Never place the selector lever in the "P"
Never place the selector lever in the "P"
(Park) position unless the vehicle is fully (Park) position unless the vehicle is fully(Park) position unless the vehicle is fully (Park) position unless the vehicle is fully
(Park) position unless the vehicle is fully
stopped. Failure to observe this caution will stopped. Failure to observe this caution willstopped. Failure to observe this caution will stopped. Failure to observe this caution will
stopped. Failure to observe this caution will
cause severe damage to the transaxle. cause severe damage to the transaxle.cause severe damage to the transaxle. cause severe damage to the transaxle.
cause severe damage to the transaxle.
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o R (Reverse): o R (Reverse):o R (Reverse): o R (Reverse):
o R (Reverse):Use for backing up the vehicle. Bring the car to a
complete stop before shifting the selector lever to
"R" position.The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if theThe first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the
The first few shifts on a new vehicle, or if the
battery has been disconnected, may be some- battery has been disconnected, may be some-battery has been disconnected, may be some- battery has been disconnected, may be some-
battery has been disconnected, may be some-
what abrupt. This is a normal condition, and what abrupt. This is a normal condition, andwhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and what abrupt. This is a normal condition, and
what abrupt. This is a normal condition, and
the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts the shifting sequence will adjust after shiftsthe shifting sequence will adjust after shifts the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts
the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts
are cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxle are cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxleare cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxle are cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxle
are cycled a few times by the T.C.M (Transaxle
Control Module.) Control Module.)Control Module.) Control Module.)
Control Module.) o Be sure the car is completely stopped before
you attempt to shift into reverse. The transaxle
can be damaged if you do not. To shift into
reverse, depress the clutch, move the shift
lever to neutral, wait three seconds, then shift
to the reverse position.
o 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 the vehicle to go out of control.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:o oo o
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The risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased ifThe risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-
you lose control of your vehicle at high-
way speeds. way speeds.way speeds. way speeds.
way speeds.
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Loss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or moreLoss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or more
Loss of control often occurs if two or more
wheels drop off the roadway and the driv- wheels drop off the roadway and the driv-wheels drop off the roadway and the driv- wheels drop off the roadway and the driv-
wheels drop off the roadway and the driv-
er oversteers to reenter the roadway. er oversteers to reenter the roadway.er oversteers to reenter the roadway. er oversteers to reenter the roadway.
er oversteers to reenter the roadway.
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In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slowway, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
down before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the traveldown before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the travel
down before pulling back into the travel
lanes. lanes.lanes. lanes.
lanes.
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In a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person isIn a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-
significantly more likely to die than a per-
son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.
son wearing a seatbelt.
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Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.
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wet. They can also get wet when the car is
washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous! Your
car will not stop as quickly if the brakes are
wet. Wet brakes may cause the car to pull to
one side. To dry the brakes, apply the brakes
lightly until the braking action returns to nor-
mal, taking care to keep the car 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 call your Hyundai dealer for assis-
tance.
o Don't coast down hills with the car out of gear.
This is extremely hazardous. Keep the car in
gear at all times, use the brakes to slow down,
then shift to a lower gear so that engine
braking will help you maintain a safe speed.
o Don't "ride" the brake pedal. Resting your foot
on the brake pedal while driving can be dan-
gerous because it can result in the brakes
overheating and losing their effectiveness. It
also increases the wear of the brake compo-
nents.
o 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.
o If your car is equipped with an automatic
transaxle, don't let your car creep forward. To
avoid creeping forward, keep your foot on the
brake pedal when the car is stopped.
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GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES GOOD BRAKING PRACTICESGOOD BRAKING PRACTICES GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
GOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf Nothing should be carried on top of the shelfNothing should be carried on top of the shelf Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf
Nothing should be carried on top of the shelf
panel behind the rear seat. If there were an panel behind the rear seat. If there were anpanel behind the rear seat. If there were an panel behind the rear seat. If there were an
panel behind the rear seat. If there were an
accident or a sudden stop, such objects could accident or a sudden stop, such objects couldaccident or a sudden stop, such objects could accident or a sudden stop, such objects could
accident or a sudden stop, such objects could
move forward and cause damage to the ve- move forward and cause damage to the ve-move forward and cause damage to the ve- move forward and cause damage to the ve-
move forward and cause damage to the ve-
hicle or injure the occupants. hicle or injure the occupants.hicle or injure the occupants. hicle or injure the occupants.
hicle or injure the occupants.
o After being parked, check to be sure the
parking brake is not engaged and that the
parking brake indicator light is out before
driving away. gentle slope, it is recommended that the over-
drive switch be turned off. Turn the overdrive
switch back on immediately afterward.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:o oo o
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The risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased ifThe risk of rollover is greatly increased if The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-you lose control of your vehicle at high- you lose control of your vehicle at high-
you lose control of your vehicle at high-
way speeds. way speeds.way speeds. way speeds.
way speeds.
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Loss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or moreLoss of control often occurs if two or more Loss of control often occurs if two or more
Loss of control often occurs if two or more
wheels drop off the roadway and the driver wheels drop off the roadway and the driverwheels drop off the roadway and the driver wheels drop off the roadway and the driver
wheels drop off the roadway and the driver
oversteers to reenter the roadway. oversteers to reenter the roadway.oversteers to reenter the roadway. oversteers to reenter the roadway.
oversteers to reenter the roadway.
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In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-In the event your vehicle leaves the road- In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slowway, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
down before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the traveldown before pulling back into the travel down before pulling back into the travel
down before pulling back into the travel
lanes. lanes.lanes. lanes.
lanes.
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In a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person isIn a collision crash, an unbelted person is In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
In a collision crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-significantly more likely to die than a per- significantly more likely to die than a per-
significantly more likely to die than a per-
son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.son wearing a seatbelt. son wearing a seatbelt.
son wearing a seatbelt.
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Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.Never exceed posted speed limits. Never exceed posted speed limits.
Never exceed posted speed limits.
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Good Driving Practices Good Driving PracticesGood Driving Practices Good Driving Practices
Good Driving Practiceso Never move the gear selector lever from "P"
or "N" to any other position with the acceler-
ator pedal depressed.
o Never move the gear selector lever into "P"
when the vehicle is in motion.
o Be sure the car is completely stopped before
you attempt to shift into "R".
o Never take the car out of gear and coast down
a hill. This may be extremely hazardous.
Always leave the car in gear when moving.
o Do not "ride" the brakes. This can cause them
to overheat and malfunction. Instead, when
you are driving down a long hill, slow down
and shift to a lower gear. When you do this,
engine braking will help slow the car.
o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.
Otherwise, the lower gear may not be en-
gaged.
o Always use the parking brake. Do not depend
on placing the transaxle in "P" to keep the car
from moving.
o 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 the vehicle to go out of control.
o Turn the overdrive switch on for good fuel
economy and smooth driving. If engine brak-
ing is needed in the "D" range or if repeated
upshifting and downshifting between the 3rd
and 4th gear is needed when climbing a

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CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Do not do any towing with your car during its Do not do any towing with your car during itsDo not do any towing with your car during its Do not do any towing with your car during its
Do not do any towing with your car during its
first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allowfirst 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow
first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in order to allow
the engine to properly break in. Failure to the engine to properly break in. Failure tothe engine to properly break in. Failure to the engine to properly break in. Failure to
the engine to properly break in. Failure to
heed this caution may result in serious en- heed this caution may result in serious en-heed this caution may result in serious en- heed this caution may result in serious en-
heed this caution may result in serious en-
gine or transaxle damage. gine or transaxle damage.gine or transaxle damage. gine or transaxle damage.
gine or transaxle damage.
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Trailer Hitches Trailer HitchesTrailer Hitches Trailer Hitches
Trailer HitchesSelect the proper hitch and ball combination,
making sure that it's location is compatible with
that of the trailer or vehicle being towed.
Use a quality non-equalizing hitch which distrib-
utes the tongue load uniformly throughout the
chassis.
The hitch should be bolted securely to the car
and installed by a qualified technician. DO NOT
USE A HITCH DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY
INSTALLATION AND NEVER USE ONE THAT
ATTACHES ONLY TO THE BUMPER.
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Trailer Brakes Trailer BrakesTrailer Brakes Trailer Brakes
Trailer BrakesIf 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: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car willIf you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will
If you tow a trailer or vehicle, your car will
require more frequent maintenance due to require more frequent maintenance due torequire more frequent maintenance due to require more frequent maintenance due to
require more frequent maintenance due to
the additional load. See "Maintenance Under the additional load. See "Maintenance Underthe additional load. See "Maintenance Under the additional load. See "Maintenance Under
the additional load. See "Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5. Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5. Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.
Severe Usage Conditions" on page 5-5.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:o oo o
o
Never connect a trailer brake system di- Never connect a trailer brake system di-Never connect a trailer brake system di- Never connect a trailer brake system di-
Never connect a trailer brake system di-
rectly to the vehicle brake system. rectly to the vehicle brake system.rectly to the vehicle brake system. rectly to the vehicle brake system.
rectly to the vehicle brake system.
o oo o
o
When towing a trailer on steep grades (in When towing a trailer on steep grades (inWhen towing a trailer on steep grades (in When towing a trailer on steep grades (in
When towing a trailer on steep grades (in
excess of 12%) pay close attention to the excess of 12%) pay close attention to theexcess of 12%) pay close attention to the excess of 12%) pay close attention to the
excess of 12%) pay close attention to the
engine coolant temperature gauge to en- engine coolant temperature gauge to en-engine coolant temperature gauge to en- engine coolant temperature gauge to en-
engine coolant temperature gauge to en-
sure the engine does not overheat. If the sure the engine does not overheat. If thesure the engine does not overheat. If the sure the engine does not overheat. If the
sure the engine does not overheat. If the
needle of the coolant temperature gauge needle of the coolant temperature gaugeneedle of the coolant temperature gauge needle of the coolant temperature gauge
needle of the coolant temperature gauge
moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT), moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT), moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),
moves across the dial towards "H" (HOT),
pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to pull over and stop as soon as it is safe topull over and stop as soon as it is safe to pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to
pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to
do so, and allow the engine to idle until it do so, and allow the engine to idle until itdo so, and allow the engine to idle until it do so, and allow the engine to idle until it
do so, and allow the engine to idle until it
cools down. You may proceed once the cools down. You may proceed once thecools down. You may proceed once the cools down. You may proceed once the
cools down. You may proceed once the
engine has cooled sufficiently. engine has cooled sufficiently.engine has cooled sufficiently. engine has cooled sufficiently.
engine has cooled sufficiently.
C190D01S-AAT
Safety Chains Safety ChainsSafety Chains Safety Chains
Safety ChainsShould the hitch connection between your car
and the trailer or vehicle you are towing fail, the
trailer or vehicle could wander dangerously across
other lanes of traffic and ultimately leave the
roadway. To eliminate this potentially dangerous
situation, safety chains, attached between your
car and the trailer or towed vehicle, are required
in most states.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres- Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres- Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure shown on the tires. sure shown on the tires.sure shown on the tires. sure shown on the tires.
sure shown on the tires.
2. Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil:
High speed travel consumes 1.5 times more fuel
than urban motoring. Do not forget to check both
engine coolant and engine oil.
3. Drive belt:
A loose or damaged drive belt may result in
overheating of the engine.
C180A01A-AAT
USE OF LIGHTS USE OF LIGHTSUSE OF LIGHTS USE OF LIGHTS
USE OF LIGHTSCheck your lights regularly for correct operation
and always keep them clean. When driving dur-
ing the day in conditions of poor visibility, it is
helpful to drive with headlights on low beam. This
enables you to be seen as well as to see.
C190A02S-AAT
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWINGTRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWING
TRAILER OR VEHICLE TOWINGIf you are considering towing with your car, you
should first check with your State's Department
of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal re-
quirements.
Since laws vary from State to State, the require-
ments for towing trailers, cars, other types of
vehicles, or apparatus may differ. Ask your
Hyundai dealer for further details before towing.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYWHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-2
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during theThe gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during the
The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. Ifjump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,
these instructions are not followed exactly,
serious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to theserious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to the
serious personal injury and damage to the
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how tovehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfurictance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
When jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glassesWhen jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glasses
When jump starting, wear protective glasses
and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.
your clothing or on the car.
o If you should accidentally get acid on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately remove any
contaminated clothing and flush the area with
clear water for at least 15 minutes. Then
promptly obtain medical attention. If you must
be transported to an emergency facility, con-
tinue to apply water to the affected area with
a sponge or cloth.
o The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. Do
not smoke or allow a spark or an open flame
in the vicinity.
o The battery being used to provide the jump
start must be 12-volt. If you cannot determine
that it is a 12-volt battery, do not attempt to
use it for the jump start.
o To jump start a car with a discharged battery,
follow this procedure exactly:1. If the booster battery is installed in another
vehicle, be sure the two vehicles are not
touching.
2. Turn off all unnecessary lights and acces-
sories in both vehicles.
3. Attach the clamps of the jumper cable in the
exact location shown in the illustration. First,
attach one clamp of the jumper cable to the
positive (+) post or cable of the discharged
battery. Then attach the other end of the
same cable to the positive (+) post or cable
of the booster battery. Next, using the other
cable, attach one clamp to the negative (-)
post or cable of the booster battery. Then
attach the other end of that cable to a solid
metal part of the engine away from the
battery. Do not connect the cable to any
moving part.
4. Start the engine in the car with the booster
battery and let it run for a few minutes. This
will help to assure that the booster battery is
fully charged. During the jumping operation,
run the engine in this vehicle at about 2,000
rpm.
5. Start the engine in the car with the discharged
battery using the normal starting procedure.
After the engine starts, leave the jumper
cables connected and let the engine run at
fast idle or about 2,000 rpm for several min-
utes.
6. Carefully remove the jumper cables in the
reverse order of attachment.
If you do not know why your battery became
discharged (because the lights were left on,
D030A01A-AAT
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIf your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you experience a loss of power, or hear loud
pinging or knocking and the engine is probably
too hot. If this happens and, you should:
1. Pull off the road and stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
2. Place the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-
matic), or neutral (manual transaxle) and set
the parking brake. If the air conditioning is on,
turn it off.
3. If engine coolant is running out under the car
or steam is coming out from the hood, stop
the engine. Do not open the hood until the
engine coolant has stopped running or the
steaming has stopped. If there is no visible
loss of engine coolant and no steam, leave
the engine running and check to be sure the
engine cooling fan is operating. If the fan is
not running, turn the engine off.
4. Check to see if the water pump drive belt is
missing. If it is not missing, check to see that
it is tight. If the drive belt seems to be satis-
factory, check for engine coolant leaking from
the radiator, hoses or under the car. (If the air
conditioning had been in use, it is normal for
cold water to be draining from it when you
stop).
etc.), have the charging system checked by your
Hyundai dealer.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYWHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-3
D040B01A-AAT
Handling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare TireHandling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare Tire
Handling the Spare Tire
Remove the installation bolt to remove the spare
tire. To replace the spare tire in its storage
compartment, tighten the bolt firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the spare tire.
D050A01A-AAT
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIf a tire goes flat while you are driving:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
let the car slow down while driving straight
ahead. Do not apply the brakes immediately
or attempt to pull off the road as this may
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
and clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such asand clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such as
and clothing away from moving parts such as
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken or
engine coolant is leaking out, stop the engine
immediately and call the nearest Hyundai
dealer for assistance.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Do not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when theDo not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when the
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to beengine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
blown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause seriousblown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause serious
blown out of the opening and cause serious
burns. burns.burns. burns.
burns.
6. If you cannot find the cause of the overheat-
ing, wait until the engine temperature has
returned to normal. Then, if the engine cool-
ant has been lost, carefully remove the radia-
tor cap and add engine coolant to bring the
fluid level in the reservoir up to the halfway
mark.
7. Proceed with caution, keeping alert for fur-
ther signs of overheating. If overheating hap-
pens again, call a Hyundai dealer for assis-
tance.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates thereSerious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
is a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this shouldis a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this should
is a leak in the cooling system and this should
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundaibe checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
dealer. dealer.dealer. dealer.
dealer.2. The spare tire should only be used temporari-
ly and should be returned to the luggage
compartment as soon as the original tire can
be repaired or replaced.
3. Continuous use at speeds of over 50 mph
(80 km/h) is not recommended.
4. As the temporary spare tire is specifically
designed for your car, it should not be used on
any other vehicle.
5. The temporary spare tire should not be used
on any other wheels, nor should standard
tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings
be used with the temporary spare wheel. If
such use is attempted, damage to these
items or other car components may occur.
6. The temporary spare tire pressure should be
checked once a month while the tire is stored.
D040A01S-AAT
SPARE TIRE SPARE TIRESPARE TIRE SPARE TIRE
SPARE TIREThe following instructions for the temporary spare
tire should be observed:
1. Check inflation pressure as soon as possible
after installing the spare tire, and adjust to the
specified pressure. The tire pressure should
be periodically checked and maintained at
the specified pressure while the tire is stored.
Spare Tire Pressure Spare Tire PressureSpare Tire Pressure Spare Tire Pressure
Spare Tire Pressure
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:o oo o
o
Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
rary spare tire. rary spare tire.rary spare tire. rary spare tire.
rary spare tire.
o oo o
o
Do not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spareDo not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spare
Do not use more than one temporary spare
tire at a time. tire at a time.tire at a time. tire at a time.
tire at a time.
D040B01E
Tire Size
Inflation PressureT125/70D(R)15
60 psi (420 kPa)

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARECORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE
CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE
4-3 doors are open. Paint damage can be caused by
small accumulation of tar, industrial precipita-
tion, tree resin, insects and bird droppings, when
not removed immediately. If water alone is not
strong enough to remove the accumulated dirt,
use a mild car washing solution. Be sure to rinse
the surface after washing to remove the solution.
Never allow the solution to dry on the painted
surfaces.
E030D01A-AAT
When to Wax Again When to Wax AgainWhen to Wax Again When to Wax Again
When to Wax AgainYou should polish and wax the car again when
water no longer beads on a clean surface but
spreads out over a larger area.
E030E01A-AAT
Maintaining Bumpers Maintaining BumpersMaintaining Bumpers Maintaining Bumpers
Maintaining BumpersSpecial precautions must be observed to pre-
serve the appearance of the bumpers on your
Hyundai. They are:
o Be careful not to spill battery electrolyte or
hydraulic brake fluid on the bumpers. If you
do, wash it off immediately with clear water.
o Be gentle when cleaning the bumper sur-
faces. They are made of soft plastic and the
surface can be damaged if mistreated. Do not
use abrasive cleaners. Use warm water and
mild soap or car-washing solution.
o Do not expose the bumpers to high tem-
peratures. For example, if you have your car
repainted, do not leave the bumpers on the
car if the car is going to be placed in a high-
temperature paint booth.
E040A01A-AAT
CLEANING THE INTERIOR CLEANING THE INTERIORCLEANING THE INTERIOR CLEANING THE INTERIOR
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery To Clean the Vinyl UpholsteryTo Clean the Vinyl Upholstery To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery
To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery
To clean the vinyl upholstery, first remove loose
dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Then apply
a solution of mild soap or detergent and water
using a clean sponge or soft cloth. Allow this tostay on the surface to loosen the dirt, then wipe
with a clean damp sponge or cloth. If all the dirt
stains are not removed, repeat this procedure
until the upholstery is clean. Do not use gasoline,
solvent, paint thinner or other strong cleaners.
E030B01A-AAT
Spot Cleaning Spot CleaningSpot Cleaning Spot Cleaning
Spot CleaningDon't use gasoline, strong solvents or corrosive
cleaning agents. These can damage the finish of
the car. To remove road tar, use turpentine on a
clean, soft cloth or commercially available bug
and tar remover. Be gentle.
To remove dead insects or tree sap, use warm
water and mild soap or car-washing solution.
Soak the spot and rub gently. If the paint has lost
its luster, use a commercial car-cleaning polish.
E030C01A-AAT
Polishing and Waxing Polishing and WaxingPolishing and Waxing Polishing and Waxing
Polishing and WaxingAlways wash and dry the car before polishing or
waxing or using a combination cleaner and wax.
Use a good quality commercial product and
follow the manufacturer's directions on the con-
tainer. Polish and wax the bright trim pieces as
well as the paint.
E040D01A-AAT
Cleaning the Seat Belts Cleaning the Seat BeltsCleaning the Seat Belts Cleaning the Seat Belts
Cleaning the Seat BeltsTo clean the seat belts, use a cloth or sponge
with mild soap or detergent and warm water. Do
not use strong detergents, dye, bleach or abra-
sive materials on the seat belts as this may
weaken the fabric.
While cleaning the belts, inspect them for exces-
sive wear, cuts, fraying or other signs of damage
and replace them if necessary.
E040C01A-AAT
Cleaning the Carpets Cleaning the CarpetsCleaning the Carpets Cleaning the Carpets
Cleaning the CarpetsUse a foam-type carpet cleaner. Cleaners of this
type are available in aerosol cans in liquid form or
powder. Read the instructions and follow them
exactly. Using a vacuum cleaner with the appro-
priate attachment, remove as much dirt from the
carpets as possible. Apply the foam following the
manufacturer's directions, then rub in overlap-
ping circles. Do not add water. These cleaners
work best when the carpet is kept as dry as
possible.