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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 43
B340A01A-AATCOMBINATION TURN SIGNAL,
HEADLIGHT AND HIGH-BEAM
SWITCH
Turn Signal Operation
Pulling down on the lever causes the turn
signals on the left side of the car to blink. Pushing
upwards on the lever causes the turn signals on
the right side of the car to blink. As the turn is
completed, the lever will automatically return to
the center position and turn off the turn signals
at the same time. If either turn signal indicator
light blinks more rapidly than usual, goes on but
does not blink, or does not go on at all, there is
a malfunction in the system. Check for a burned-
out fuse or bulb or see your Hyundai dealer.
B340B01A-AATLane Change Signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or
down to a point where it begins flashing.
The lever will automatically return to the center
position when released.
B340C03A-AATHeadlight Switch
To operate the headlights, turn the barrel on the
end of the multi-function switch. The first posi-
tion turns on the parking lights, sidelights, tail
lights and instrument panel lights. The second
position turns on the headlights.
NOTE:The ignition must be in the "ON" position
to turn on the headlights.
Parking light auto cut
If you do not turn the parking lights "OFF" after
driving, the parking lights will automatically shut
"OFF" when the driver's door is opened.
To turn them "ON" again, you must simply turn
the ignition key to the "ON" position.
HSM286HSM284
RIGHT
LEFT
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 3
!!WARNING:o The 2WD Santa Fe is not designed for
off-road use. The 4WD Santa Fe is de-
signed primarily for use on paved roads.
However, occasional use in off-highway
conditions such as established unpaved
roads and non-challenging off-road
trails is allowed. The 4WD Santa Fe is not
designed for blazing new trails, chal-
lenging off-road conditions, or unpaved
hill climbing. Exceeding the conditions
that were intended for the vehicle's pri-
mary design may result in injury or death.
o Utility vehicle has a significantly higher
collision rate than other type of vehicles.
o Utility vehicle have higher ground clear-
ance and a narrower track to make them
capable of performing in a wide variety
of off-road applications. Specific design
characteristics give them a higher center
of gravitiy than ordinary cars. An advan-
tage of the higher ground clearance is a
better view of the road allowing you to
anticipate problem. They are not de-
signed for cornering at the same speeds
as conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles
any more than low-slung sports cars are
designed to perform satisfactorily un-
der off-road conditions. If at all possible,
avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
As with other vehicles of this type, fail-
ure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
C020A01A-AATBEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Before 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.
C030A01E-AATCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH
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).
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 that 15
seconds.
NOTE:o For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully
(Manual Transaxle) or the shift lever is
not in "P" or "N" Position (Automatic
Transaxle).
o The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal
is disconnected from the battery. To
remove the key, always confirm that the
shift lever is securely positioned in "P"
(Park) (For Automatic Transaxle)
o For additional information about start-
ing, see page 2-5.
WARNING:o In a collision crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seatbelt.
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6. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Engine Compartment ....................................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................................... 6-5
Checking the Engine Oil ................................................................... 6-6
Changing the Oil and Filter ............................................................... 6-7
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant .................................... 6-8
Spark Plugs ................................................................................... 6-10
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ...................................................... 6-12
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) ............................................. 6-13
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic) ..................................... 6-13
Checking the Brakes ..................................................................... 6-15
Air Conditioning Care ..................................................................... 6-17
Checking Drive Belts ..................................................................... 6-19
Checking and Replacing Fuses ..................................................... 6-20
Checking the Battery ..................................................................... 6-21
Power Steering Fluid Level ............................................................ 6-22
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................................... 6-24
6
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6- 24 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
!
G260A01L-AATREPLACEMENT OF LIGHT BULBS
Before attempting to replace a light bulb, be sure
the switch is turned to the "OFF" position.
The next paragraph shows how to reach the
light bulbs so they may be changed. Be sure to
replace the burned-out bulb with one of the
same number and wattage rating.
See page 6-30 for the wattage description.
CAUTION:Keep the lamps out of contact with petro-
leum products, such as oil, gasoline, etc.
G270A01O-AATHeadlight and Front Turn Signal Light
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Open the engine hood.
3. Always grasp the bulb by its plastic base,
avoid touching the glass.
4. Using a socket wrench of the correct size,
remove the headlight assembly mounting
bolts.
HSM353
SPECIFICATION:
"H";
Horizontal center line of headlights from
ground: 2WD : 32.5 in.(822 mm)
4WD : 33.3 in.(843 mm)
"W";
Distance between each headlight center:
46.5 in.(1,178 mm)
"L";
Distance between the headlights and the
wall that the lights are tested against:
118 in. (3,000 mm).
G290B01Y-AATAdjustment After Headlight Assembly
Replacement
If the vehicle has had front body repair and the
headlight assembly has been replaced, the
headlight aiming should be checked using an
aiming chart as shown in the illustration. Turn on
the headlight switch. (Low Beam Position)
1. Adjust headlights so that main axis of light is
parallel to center line of the body and is
aligned with point "P" shown in the illustration.
2. Dotted lines in the illustration show the center
of headlights.
G290A03O
L
W
H
H
Cut-off line
Ground line
"P"
Horizontal line
Vertical line
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6- 25
G270A01O
6. Turn the plastic cover counterclockwise
and remove it.
5. Disconnect the power cord from the bulb
base in the back of the headlight.
HSM328HSM329
7. Disconnect the power cord from the bulb
base in the back of the headlight.
HSM330
8. Push the bulb spring to remove the headlight
bulb.9. Remove the protective cap from the re-
placement bulb and install the new bulb by
matching the plastic base with the headlight
hole. Reattach the bulb spring and recon-
nect the power cord.
10.Use the protective cap and carton to prompt-
ly dispose of the old bulb.
11.Check for proper headlight aim.
HSM331
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6- 26 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
!WARNING:This halogen bulb contains gas under pres-
sure and if impacted could shatter, result-
ing in flying fragments. Always wear eye
protection when servicing the bulb. Protect
the bulb against abrasions or scratches
and against liquids when lighted. Turn the
bulb on only when installing in a headlight.
Replace the headlight if damaged or cracked.
Keep the bulb out of the reach of children
and dispose of the used bulb with care.
HSM337 G270B01O-AAT
Rear Combination Light
1. Open the tail gate.
2. Remove the mounting screws as shown
with a phillips screwdriver.
HSM352
(1) (2)(3)
(4)
G270A03O
12.To replace the front turn signal light bulb, take
it out from the bulb holder and install the new
bulb.
HSM332
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HSM423
3. To replace the rear combination light (stop/
tail light, turn signal light, back-up light, side
mark light), take it out from the bulb holder by
turning it counterclockwise.
(1) Stop/Tail light
(2) Turn signal light
(3) Back-up light
(4) Side mark light
4. Install the new bulb.
HSM342
G270C01O-AATLuggage Compartment Light
1. Open the tail gate.
2. Remove the cover with a flat-head screw-
driver.
HSM3413. Replace with a new bulb. (1) (2)
(3)
(4)
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G270E01O-AATFront Side Mark Light
1. Remove the cover with a phillips screw-
driver.
HSM334HSM335
HSM3362. Disconnect the power code.
3. Replace with a new bulb.
G270G01O-AATInterior Light
HSM343
1. Remove the cover with a flat-head screw-
driver.
HSM344
2. Replace with a new bulb.