2003 Hyundai Matrix weight

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 9
B080D02A-AAT Adjustable Headrests
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Headrests are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries.To raise the headrest, pull it up. To lower it,push it down while pressing the lock knob. WARNING:
o For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjust-ed so the top of the headrest is at thesame height as the top of the occupant'sears. The use of a cushion that holds thebody away from the seatback is not rec-ommended. Lock knob
B080A01FC-GAT ADJUSTABLE SEATS WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the seat while thevehicle is moving. This could result in lossof control, or an accident which may causedeath, serious injury, or property damage.
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B080B01FC-GAT FRONT SEATS Adjusting Seat Forward and Rearward To move the seat toward the front or rear, pull the lock release lever upward. This will releasethe seat on its track so you can move it forwardor rearward to the desired position. When youfind the position you want, release the lever and B080C01A-AAT Adjusting Seatback Angle To recline the seatback, lean forward to take your weight off it, then pull up on the reclinercontrol lever at the outside edge of the seat.Now lean back until the desired seatback angleis achieved. To lock the seatback into position,release the recliner control lever. WARNING: To minimize risk of severe injury in theevent of a collision or a sudden stop, boththe driver and passenger seatbacks shouldalways be in an upright position while thevehicle is in motion. The protection provid-ed by the seat belts and airbags in a frontalcollision may be reduced significantly whenthe seatbacks are reclined. There is greater
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slide the seat forward or rearward on its track until it locks into the desired position and cannotbe moved further.
risk that the driver and passenger will slideunder the seat belt which may result inserious injury if a crash occurs when theseatbacks are reclined. The seat belt cannotprovide full protection to an occupant if theseat back is reclined.
3) Do not leave children alone in the car.
Always remove the ignition key for theirsafety.

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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.
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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.
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B450B01FC-GAT REAR DRINK HOLDER (If Installed)
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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.

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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SMOOTH CORNERING
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, espe- cially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear will be held to a minimum.
curbs or driving too fast over irregular surfac- es. Poor alignment causes faster tire wear and may also result in other problems as well as greater fuel consumption.
o Keep your car in good condition. For better
fuel economy and reduced maintenance costs, maintain your car in accordance with the maintenance schedule in Section 5. If you drive your car in severe conditions, more frequent maintenance is required (see Sec- tion 5 for details).
o Keep your car clean. For maximum service, your Hyundai should be kept clean and free of corrosive materials. It is especially important that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed to accumulate on the underside of the car. This extra weight can result in increased fuel con- sumption and also contribute to corrosion.
o Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary weight
in your car. Weight reduces fuel economy.
o Don't let the engine idle longer than neces-
sary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic), turn off your engine and restart only when you're ready to go.
o Remember, your Hyundai does not require
extended warm-up. As soon as the engine is running smoothly, you can drive away. In very cold weather, however, give your engine a slightly longer warm-up period.
o Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in too high a gear result- ing in the engine bucking. If this happens, shift to a lower gear. Over-revving is racing the engine beyond its safe limit. This can be C160A01A-AAT WINTER DRIVING The more severe weather conditions of winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimize the problems of winter driving, you should follow these suggestions: C160B01A-GAT Snowy or Icy ConditionsTo drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires or to install tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your car. Speeding, rapid acceleration, sud- den brake applications, and sharp turns are potentially very hazardous practices. During
C140A01A-GAT DRIVING FOR ECONOMY You can save fuel and get more kilometers from your car if you follow these suggestions:
o Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate
rate. Don't make "jack-rabbit" starts or full- throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruising speed. Don't race between stoplights. Try to adjust your speed to that of the other traffic so you don't have to change speeds unneces- sarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible. Always maintain a safe distance from other vehicles so you can avoid unnecessary brak- ing. This also reduces brake wear.
o Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving at a moderate speed, especially on the high- way, is one of the most effective ways to reduce fuel consumption.
o Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This
can increase fuel consumption and also in- crease wear on these components. In addi- tion, driving with your foot resting on the brake pedal may cause the brakes to overheat, which reduces their effectiveness and may lead to more serious consequences.
o Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure. Incorrect infla- tion, either too much or too little, results in unnecessary tire wear. Check the tire pres- sures at least once a month.
o Be sure that the wheels are aligned correctly.
Improper alignment can result from hitting avoided by shifting at the recommendedspeeds.
o Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air
conditioning system is operated by engine power so your fuel economy is reduced when you use it.

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 11
C160C01A-AAT Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality ethyl- ene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It is the only type of coolant that should be used because it helps prevent corrosion in the cooling system, lubricates the water pump and prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or replenish your coolant in accordance with the maintenance schedule in Section 5. Before winter, have your coolant test- ed to assure that its freezing point is sufficient for the temperatures anticipated during the winter. C160D01A-AAT Check Battery and Cables Winter puts additional burdens on the battery system. Visually inspect the battery and cables as described in Section 6. The level of charge in your battery can be checked by your Hyundai dealer or a service station.
C160G01A-GAT To Keep Locks from Freezing To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an ap- proved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock is frozen internally, you may be able to thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle the heated key with care to avoid burning your fin- gers. NOTE: The proper temperature for using the immo- bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heat the immobilizer key over 80°C to open the frozen lock, it may cause damage to the transponder in its head.
C160E01A-AAT Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Necessary In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See Section 9 for recommendations. If you aren’t sure what weight oil you should use, consult your Hyundai dealer. C160F01A-AAT Check Spark Plugs and Ignition System Inspect your spark plugs as described in Section 6 and replace them if necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
C160H01A-AAT Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window Washer System To keep the water in the window washer system from freezing, add an approved anti-freeze solu- tion in accordance with instructions on the con- tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is available from Hyundai dealers and most auto parts out- lets. Do not use engine coolant or other types of anti-freeze as these may damage the finish. C160I01A-AAT Don’t Let Your Parking Brake Freeze Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk the parking brake may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then release the parking brake. C160J01A-AAT Don’t Let Ice and Snow Accumulate Underneath Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with the steer- ing. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should periodically check underneath the car to be sure the move- ment of the front wheels and the steering compo- nents is not obstructed.
deceleration, use engine braking to the fullestextent. Sudden brake applications on snowy or icy roads may cause skids to occur. You need to keep sufficient distance between the vehicle in front and your vehicle. Also, apply the brake gently. It should be noted that installing tire chains on the tire will provide a greater driving force, but will not prevent side skids. NOTE: Tire chains are not legal in all provinces. Check province laws before fitting tire chains.

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C190D01A-GAT Safety Chains Should 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 collide with another vehicle. To eliminate this potentially dan- gerous situation, safety chains, attached be- tween your car and the trailer or towed vehicle, are required in most provinces. C190E01FC-GAT Trailer Weight Limit
Tongue load Total trailer weightSSA2200B
Tongue loads can be increased or decreased by redistributing the load in the trailer. This can be verified by checking the total weight of the loaded trailer and then checking the load on the tongue. NOTE:
1. Never load the trailer with more weight in
the back than in the front. About 60% ofthe trailer load should be in the front half on the trailer and the remaining 40% in the rear.
2. The total gross vehicle weight with trailer
must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) shown on the vehicle iden- tification plate (see page 8-1). The total gross vehicle weight is the combined weight of the vehicle, driver, all passen- gers and their luggage, cargo, hitch, trail-
er tongue load and other optional equip- ment.
3. The front or rear axle weight must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) shown on the vehicle identifica- tion plate (see page 8-1). It is possible that your towing package does not exceed the GVWR but exceeds the GAWR. Improper trailer loading and/or too much luggage in the trunk can overload the rear axle. Re- distribute the load and check the axle weight again.
4. The maximum permissible static vertical load on the coupling device ; 52kg
SSA2200DGross Axle Weight Gross Vehicle Weight
5. The maximum permissible overhang of the coupling point : 760 mm
CAUTION: The following specifications are recommend- ed when towing a trailer. The loaded trailer weigh cannot safely exceed the values in the following chart.
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Coupling point

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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TRANSAXLE AUTO
TRANSAXLE Trailer
1,300
(2,865) 1,100
(2,424)
550 (1,212) Tongue
52
(115)
kg (Lbs.)
Maximum Towable Weight
With BrakeType
1.5 Diesel 1.6/1.8 L 1.6/1.8 L
WARNING: Improperly loading your car and trailer can serious affect its steering and braking perfor- mance causing a crash in which could cause serious injury or death.
Without Brake Type
5. Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving.
6. Check the condition and air pressure of all
tires on the trailer and your car. Low tire pressure can seriously affect the handling. Also check the spare tire.
7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-
fected by crosswind and buffeting. When being passed by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead. If there is too much wind buffeting slow down to get out of the other vehicle’s air turbulence.
8. When parking your car and trailer, especially
on a hill, be sure to follow all the normal precautions. Turn your front wheel into the curb, set the parking brake firmly, and put the transaxle in 1st or Reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). In addition, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
9. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving, and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time.
10. During your trip, check occasionally to be
sure that the load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working.
11. Avoid jerky starts, sudden acceleration or sudden stops.
12. Avoid sharp turns and rapid lane changes.
13. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakesto overheat, resulting in reduced braking effi- ciency. 14. When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear
and use the engine braking effect. When ascending a long grade, downshift the transaxle to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overloading and/or overheating.
15. If you have to stop while going uphill, do not
hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the accelerator. This can cause the automatic transaxle to overheat. Use the parking brake or footbrake.
NOTE: When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- quently. CAUTION: If overheating should occur when towing, (temperature gauge reads near red zone), taking the following action may reduce or eliminate the problem.
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Reduce highway speed.
3. Select a lower gear when going uphill.
4. While in stop and go traffic, place the gear selection in park or neutral and idle the engineat a higher speed.
C190F02A-GAT Trailer or Vehicle Towing Tips
1. Before towing, check hitch and safety chain
connections as well as proper operation of the trailer running lights, brake lights, and turn signals.
2. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed (Less than 100 km/h).
3. Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
conditions.
4. To maintain engine braking efficiency and
electrical charging performance, do not use fifth gear (manual transaxle) or overdrive (automatic transaxle).

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTSB090O1-E Pregnant Women The use of a seat belt is recommended for pregnant women. The seat belt should beworn as low and snugly as possible acrossthe hips, not across the abdomen. A qualifiedMedical Practitioner should be consulted forfurther information. SB090F1-E
Seat Belt Occupancy The seat belts are designed to be used by one
seat occupant only. The use of a seat belt by more than one person increases the levels ofinjury which may be sustained in the event ofan accident. SB090E1-E Injured PersonsA seat belt should be used when an injured person is being transported. For specific rec-ommendations, the advice of a qualified Med-ical Practioner should be sought. SE090G1-E
Do Not Lie Down
To ensure that the maximum level of protec-
tion may be afforded by the seat belt system, all passengers should be sitting in an uprightposition throughout the journey. The seat beltwill be unable to afford maximum protection ifthe front seats are at or near the fully reclinedposition. SB090H1-E CARE OF SEAT BELTS Seat belt assemblies must never be disas- sembled or modified in any way. In addition,care should be exercised to ensure that the beltassemblies do not become damaged by beingtrapped in seat mechanisms, door shuts etc.
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Periodic Inspection It is recommended that all seat belts be in-
spected periodically for wear or damage of anykind. Parts of the system that are damagedshould be replaced as soon as possible. Underno circumstances must any part of the seat beltassemblies be dismantled or repaired.
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Keep Belts Clean and Dry Seat belts should be kept clean and dry. If
belts become dirty, they can be cleaned usinga mild soap solution and warm water. Bleach,dye, strong detergents or abrasives shouldnot be used since the fabric may becomedamaged and weakened.
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Replacement of Seat Belts The entire seat belt assembly or assemblies
should be replaced if the vehicle has beeninvolved in an accident even if no damage isevident. Additional questions concerning seatbelt operation should be directed to a HyundaiDealer.
SB090A1-E SEAT BELT PRECAUTIONS Seat belts should be worn at all times by all occupants front and rear. The possibility ofinjury or the severity of injuries suffered in theevent of an accident will be greatly reduced bythe wearing of seat belts. In addition the following recommendations should be observed. SB090B1-E Babies/Small ChildrenBabies and small children must be restrained using a restraint system specifically designedfor this purpose. Under no circumstancesshould a child be carried in the vehicle withoutthe use of a suitable restraint which meets theregulations in force in the country where thevehicle is in operation. SB090C1-E Larger ChildrenLarger children should occupy the rear seat and be restrained at all times. The restraintmay take the form of a special safety belt orthe original factory fitted seat belt used inconjunction with an approved booster cushiondepending upon the size and weight of thechild. Under no circumstances should childrenbe allowed to travel standing, kneeling or lyingon the seat. Never allow children to ride in the front pas- senger seat.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTSB330A1-E SUNROOF (Not all models)
To adjust the headlight beam level according
to the number of the passengers and the loading weight in the luggage area, turn thebeam leveling switch.
The higher the number of the switch position,
the lower the headlight beam level. Alwayskeep the headlight beam at the proper level-ing position, or headlights may dazzle otherroad users.
Listed below are the examples of recom-
mended switch settings. For loading condi-tions other than those listed below, adjust theswitch position so that the beam level may bethe nearest as the condition obtained accord-ing to the list.
Switch
PositionLoading Condition
Driver only Driver + front passengerFull passengers (including
driver)
Full passengers (including
driver) + Maximum permissible loading
Driver + Maximum permissible
loading 0 0 1 2 3
B340G01FC-EAT HEADLIGHT LEVELING DEVICE SYSTEM
The electrically operated sunroof may be used
only whilst the ignition switch is at the "ON" position. The sunroof is equipped with a sun-shade which may be used whilst the sunroofis at the closed position to obscure incominglight.
The sunshade is automatically opened when-
ever the sunroof is opened but must be man-ually closed by sliding forward after the sunroofis closed.
When the sunroof is opened, the wind deflec-
tor will automatically rise to the upper positionand will automatically retract when the sunroofis closed. To open the sunroof, depress and hold the button indicated. The button should be re-leased when the sunroof is at the fully openposition. The sunroof may be closed by de-pressing and holding the button indicated.The button should be released when thesunroof is at the fully closed position.
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