2003 Hyundai Matrix warning

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B260J01S-GAT
Charging System Warning Light
The charging system warning light should come on when the ignition is turned on, then go outwhen the engine is running. If the light stays onwhile the engine is running, there is a malfunc-tion in the electrical charging system. If the lightcomes on while you are driving, stop, turn offthe engine and check under the hood. First,make certain the generator drive belt is inplace. If it is, check the tension of the belt.And then, have the system checked by yourHyundai dealer.
CAUTION: If the drive belt (generator belt) is loosen,broken, or mission while the vehicle is driv-ing, there may be a serious malfunction,engine could overheat because this beltalso drives the water pump. B260L01A-GAT Door Ajar Warning Light
The door ajar warning light warns you that a door is not completely closed.B260H03A-AAT Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
WARNING: If you suspect brake trouble, have your brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer assoon as possible. Driving your car with aproblem in either the brake electrical sys-tem or brake hydraulic system is danger-ous, and could result in a serious injury ordeath. Warning Light Operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning light should come on when the parking brake isapplied and the ignition switch is turned to "ON"or "START". After the engine is started, the lightshould go out when the parking brake is re-leased.If the parking brake is not applied, the warninglight should come on when the ignition switch isturned to "ON" or "START", then go out whenthe engine starts. If the light comes on at anyother time, you should slow the vehicle andbring it to a complete stop in a safe location offthe roadway.The brake warning light indicates that the brakefluid level in the brake master cylinder is lowand hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3or DOT 4 specifications should be added. Afteradding fluid, if no other trouble is found, the carshould be immediately and carefully driven to a Hyundai dealer for inspection. If further troubleis experienced, the vehicle should not be drivenat all but taken to a dealer by a professionaltowing service or some other safe method.Your Hyundai is equipped with dual-diagonalbraking systems. This means you still havebraking on two wheels even if one of the dualsystems should fail. With only one of the dualsystems working, more than normal pedal traveland greater pedal pressure are required to stopthe car. Also, the car will not stop in as short adistance with only half of the brake systemworking. If the brakes fail while you are driving,shift to a lower gear for additional engine brak-ing and stop the car as soon as it is safe to doso.
B260K01B-GAT
Tail Gate Open Warning Light
This light remains on unless the tail gate is completely closed.
B260M01A-AAT Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on whenthe fuel tank is approaching empty. When itcomes on, you should add fuel as soon aspossible. Driving with the fuel level warninglight on or with the fuel level below "E" cancause the engine to misfire and damage thecatalytic converter.

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B260N02FC-GAT
Malfunction Indicator Light (If Installed)
This light illuminates when there is a malfunc- tion of an exhaust gas related component, andthe system is not functioning properly so thatthe exhaust gas regulation values are not sat-isfied. This light will illuminate when the ignitionkey is tuned to the "ON" position, and will go outafter the engine start. If it illuminates whiledriving, or does not illuminate when the ignitionkey is turned to the "ON" position, take your carto your nearest authorized Hyundai dealer andhave the system checked.
B260C02E-GAT Traction Control Indicator Light (If Installed)
The traction control indicator changes opera- tion according to the ignition switch positionand whether or not the system is in operation.It will also illuminate when the ignition key isturned to the "ON" position, and then go off in afew seconds. If the TCS indicator stays on,take your car to your authorized Hyundai dealerand have the system checked. See section 2for more information about the TCS system.
B270A01A-AAT BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND The front disc brake pads have wear indicators
that should make a high-pitched squealing orscraping noise when new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all thetime when the vehicle is moving. It may also beheard when the brake pedal is pushed down
firmly. Excessive rotor damage will result if theworn pads are not replaced. See your Hyundaidealer immediately.
B260S01B-GAT
Diesel Pre-heat Indicator Light-Amber (Diesel Engine)
The indicator light illuminates amber when the
ignition switch is placed at the "ON" position. The engine can be started after the pre-heatindicator light goes off. The illuminating timevaries with the water temperature, air tem-perature and battery condition.
NOTE: If the engine were not started 10 seconds
after the preheating is completed, turn the ignition key once more to the "LOCK"position, and then to the "ON" position, inorder to preheat again.
B265A01B-GAT
Fuel Filter Warning Light-Red (Diesel Engine)
This light illuminates when the ignition switch
is set to the "ON" position and goes off after the engine has started. If it lights up while theengine is running, it indicates that water hasaccumulated inside the fuel filter. If this hap-pens, remove the water from the fuel filter.
(Refer to "6-22 page")
B270B02O-GAT PARKING START WARNING SOUND
(If Installed) If the vehicle is driven at 10km/h(6mph) for more than 2~3 seconds, the warning chime willsound continuously when the parking brakeengaged.
B900A01A-GAT LIGHIS ON WARNING SOUND (If Installed) The warning chime sounds when the tail lights are on and the driver side door is open. Thisprevents the battery from discharging by warn-ing you when the car is left with the tail lights on.The chime sounds until the tail lights are turnedoff.

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Your Hyundai's speedometer is calibrated in
kilometers per hour or miles per hour. B330A01A-AAT TACHOMETER
HFC2043
HFC2101
B290A02A-AAT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
B300A01A-GAT SPEEDOMETER
HFC2044
WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap when theengine is hot. The engine coolant is underpressure and could erupt and cause severeburns. Wait until the engine is cool beforeremoving the radiator cap. The needle on the engine coolant temperature gauge should stay in the normal range. If itmoves across the dial to "H" (Hot), pull over andstop as soon as possible and turn off theengine. Then open the hood and after theengine has cooled, check the coolant level andthe water pump drive belt. If you suspect cool-ing system trouble, have your cooling systemchecked by a Hyundai dealer as soon as pos-sible.
The needle on the gauge indicates the approxi-mate fuel level in the fuel tank. The fuel capacityis given in Section 9.
B950A01E-GAT REAR FOG AUDIBLE WARNING SOUND (If Installed) The rear fog audible warning chime sounds
when the rear fog lights are on and the door indriver side is open. B280A01A-AAT FUEL GAUGE
HFC2045Gasoline engine

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B350C01FC-GAT Adjustable Intermittent Wiper Operation (If Installed)
B350C01O To use the intermittent wiper feature, place the wiper switch in the "INT" position. With theswitch in this position, the interval betweenwipes can be varied from approximately 1 to 18seconds by turning the interval adjuster barrel.
B350D01O
B350A01O-AAT Tail Gate Wiper And Washer Switch
1. :The washer fluid will be sprayed onto
the rear window and the wiper operates while the rear window wiper barrel isplaced in this position.
2.OFF
3.INT : To use the intermittent wiper feature, place the rear window wiper barrel in the"INT" position.
4.ON : When the point indicates "ON", the rear window wiper operates continuously.
B370A01A-AAT HAZARD WARNING SYSTEM
HFC2078
The hazard warning system should be used whenever you find it necessary to stop the carin a hazardous location. When you must makesuch an emergency stop, always pull off theroad as far as possible.The hazard warning lights are turned on bypushing in the hazard switch. This causes allturn signal lights to blink. The hazard warninglights will operate even though the key is not inthe ignition.To turn the hazard warning lights off, push theswitch a second time.B350B02O
Mist Wiper Operation If a single wipe is desired in mist, push the windshield wiper and washer control lever up-wards.

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There are three control buttons for the digital clock. Their functions are: HOUR - Push "H" to advance the hour indicat-
ed. MIN - Push "M" to advance the minute indicat-
ed.RESET - Push "R" to reset minutes to ":00" to
facilitate resetting the clock to the correct time.When this is done: Pressing "R" between 10 : 30 and 11 : 29 changes the readout to 11 : 00.Pressing "R" between 11 : 30 and 12 : 29changes the readout to 12 : 00. B430A01FC-GAT FRONT ASHTRAY
HFC2056
The front ashtray may be opened by pulling it up by its top edge. To remove the ashtray to emptyor clean it, pull the cover up all the way out. Theashtray light will only illuminate when the exter-nal lights are on.
B420A02A-AAT CIGARETTE LIGHTER For the cigarette lighter to work, the key must be in the "ACC" position or the "ON" position.To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the wayinto its socket. When the element has heated,
B420A01FC the lighter will pop out to the "ready" position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Thiscan damage the heating element and create afire hazard.If it is necessary to replace the cigarette lighter,use only a genuine Hyundai replacement or itsapproved equivalent. CAUTION: Do not use electric accessories or equip-ment other than the Hyundai genuine partsin the socket.
B450A01FC-GAT DRINK HOLDER (If Installed)
HFC2097
The drink holder is used for holding cups or cans.To use the passenger's drink holder, push thedrink holder and pull it entirely. WARNING: Do not place objects other than cups orcans in the drink holder. Such objects canbe thrown out in the event of a sudden stopor an accident, possibly injuring the pas-sengers in the vehicle.
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B340G01FC-GAT HEADLIGHT LEVELING DEVICE
SYSTEM (If Installed) To adjust the headlight beam level according to the number of the passengers and the loadingweight in the luggage area, turn the beamleveling switch.The higher the number of the switch position,the lower the headlight beam level. Alwayskeep the headlight beam at the proper levelingposition, or headlights may dazzle other roadusers.Listed below are the examples of proper switch
settings. For loading conditions other than thoselisted below, adjust the switch position so thatthe beam level may be the nearest as thecondition obtained according to the list.
B340G01FC
B611A01FC-GAT REAR SEAT ARM REST (If Installed)This arm rest is located in the center of the rear seat back with box.The drink holder in the box can be used byopening the lid of the arm rest. WARNING:
o Do not place objects other than cups or
cans in the drink holder. Such objectscan be thrown out in the event of asudden stop or an accident, possiblyinjuring the passengers in the vehicle.
o Be careful not to injure your fingers when you open the lid of the arm rest.
B610A01FC
B450B01FC-GAT REAR DRINK HOLDER (If Installed)
HFC2098
The drink holder is located on the rear main console for holding cups or cans. The drinkholder can be used by pushing the knob on therear main console downward and then releas-ing it. CAUTION:
o To prevent damage, ensure that the rear drinkholder, located in the rear console,is closed before folding the rear seatbackand seat cushion.
o Place the drink holder in its original po- sition while not in use.

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B460C01S-AAT Tilting the Sunroof
HFC2022
The sunroof can be tilted by pushing the button with the sunroof closed. Release the buttonwhen the sunroof reaches the desired position.
B460B01E-AAT OPERATING THE SUNROOF SYSTEM Opening or Closing the Sunroof
HFC2021
The sunroof can be only electrically opened or closed. To open or to close, press and hold thebutton located in the front overhead console.Release the button when the sunroof reachesthe desired position.
B460A01S-AAT SUNROOF (If Installed) The sunroof can be operated with the ignition key in the "ON" position
WARNING:
o Do not close a sunroof if anyone's hands,
arms or body are between the slidingglass and the sunroof sash, as this couldresult in an injury.
o Do not place your head or arms out of the sunroof opening at any time.
CAUTION:
o Do not open the sunroof in severely cold temperature or when it is covered withice or snow.
o Periodically remove any dirt that may have accumulated on the guide rails.
B470A01S-AAT SUNSHADE
B470A01FC The sunshade can be opened and closed by sliding it forward or rearward when the sunroofis closed. The sunshade will open automati-cally when the sunroof is opened, but it must beclosed manually.
Loading condition
Switch
position
Driver only Driver + front passenger Full passengers (including driver)Full passengers (including driver) + Maximum permis- sible loadingDriver + Maximum permis- sible loading 0
1 2
3
0

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HFC2095
WARNING: To avoid the possibility of injury in case ofan accident or a sudden stop, the glove boxdoor should be kept closed when the car isin motion.
o To open the glove box, pull on the glove box release lever.
B491A02F-GAT SPECTACLE CASE (If Installed)HXDOM241
The spectacle case is located on the front overhead console.Push the end of the cover to open the spectaclecase. WARNING: Do not open the spectacle case while thevehicle is moving. The rear view mirror ofthe vehicle can be blocked by an openspectacle case.
The interior courtesy light has a button of three positions. The three positions are:
oDR In the "DR" position, the interior courtesy light comes on when any door is opened regardlessof the ignition key position. The light goes outwhen the door is closed.
oON In the "ON" position, the light stays on at all times.
o OFF In the "OFF" position, the light stays off at all times even though a door is open.
B490A01E-AAT INTERIOR LIGHT
B490A01E
With Sunroof
Without Sunroof
B490B01E