DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 15
Maximum
Towable Weight Trailer550
1,200 1,400
CAUTION: The following specifications are recom-
mended when towing a trailer. The loadedtrailer weight cannot safely exceed the val-ues in the following chart.
kg
With Brake Type1.6 L
2.0/2.7 L
4. The maximum permissible static vertical
load on the coupling device:
WARNING: Improperly loading your car and trailer can
seriously affect its steering and braking per-formance causing a crash which you may be
serious injury or death.Without Brake Type
Coupling point
HGK260
1.6 L
2.0/2.7 L 50 kg 60 kg
View from below the vehicle
5. The maximum permissible overhang of
the coupling point : 990 mm.
C190F01A-GAT Trailer or Vehicle Towing Tips
1. Before towing, check hitch and safety chainconnections as well as proper operation of the trailer running lights, brake lights, and turnsignals.
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 usefifth gear (manual transaxle) or overdrive(automatic transaxle).
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 tirepressure 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, keepa constant speed and steer straight ahead. Ifthere is too much wind buffeting, slow down toget 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 normalprecautions. Turn your front wheel into thecurb, set the parking brake firmly, and put thetransmission in 1st or Reverse (manual) orPark (automatic). In addition, place wheelchocks at each of the trailer's tires.
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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 thebrakes are working. This lets you check yourelectrical connection at the same time.
10. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that thelights 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 thetransmission to a lower gear and reducespeed to reduce chances of engine overload-ing and/or overheating.
15. If you have to stop while going uphill, do not hold the vehicle in place by pressing on theaccelerator. This can cause the automatictransmission to overheat. Use the parkingbrake 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 oreliminate 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
selector in park or neutral and idle theengine at a higher speed.
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-1
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Specified Scheduled Procedures
These are the procedures such as inspections,
adjustments and replacements that are listed in the maintenance charts starting on page 5-2.These procedures must be performed at theintervals shown in the maintenance schedule toassure that your warranty remains in effect.Although it is strongly recommended that theybe performed by the factory-trained or distribu-tor-trained technicians at your Hyundai dealer,these procedures may be performed at anyqualified service facility.
It is suggested that genuine Hyundai service
parts be used for any required repairs or re-placements. Other parts of equivalent qualitysuch as engine oil, engine coolant, manual orauto transaxle oil, brake fluid and so on which
are not supplied by Hyundai Motor Company or
its distributor may be used without affectingyour warranty coverage but you should alwaysbe sure these are equivalent to the quality of theoriginal Hyundai parts. Your Service Passportprovides further information about your warran-ty coverage.
5. VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS F010E01A-AAT
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance If you are mechanically inclined, own a few tools that are required and want to take the time to do so, you can inspect and service a number of items. For more information about doing it your-self, see Section 6.
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General Checks These are the regular checks you should per-
form when you drive your Hyundai or you fill the fuel tank. A list of these items will be found onpage 6-4.
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Service Requirements To assure that you receive the greatest number
of kilometers of satisfying operation from your Hyundai, certain maintenance procedures mustbe performed. Although careful design and en-gineering have reduced these to a minimum,those that are required are of the utmost impor-tance.
It is your responsibility to have these mainte-
nance procedures performed to comply with theterms of the warranties covering your newHyundai. The Service Passport supplied withyour new vehicle provides further informationabout these warranties.
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Maintenance Requirements The maintenance required for your Hyundai can be divided into three main areas: o Specified scheduled procedures o General checkso Do-it-yourself maintenance F010F01A-AAT
A Few Tips
o Whenever you have your Hyundai serviced, keep copies of the service records in your glovebox. This will help ensure that you candocument that the required procedures havebeen performed to keep your warranties ineffect. This is especially important when service is not performed by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
o If you choose to do your own maintenance and repairs, you may find it helpful to havean official Hyundai Shop Manual. A copy of this publication may be purchased at your Hyundai dealer's parts department.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE RE- QUIREMENTS Inspection should be performed any time a
malfunction is experienced or suspected. Re- ceipts for all emission control system servicesshould be retained to demonstrate compliance with conditions of the emissions system war- ranty.
For severe usage maintenance requirements,
see page 5-4 of this section.
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The information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication. However, the right to amend specifications without notice or obligation to incorporate such amendments into vehicles already produced isreserved. This manual applies to all markets and includes descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a result, some of the equipment operating descriptions referred to may not apply to the particular vehicle with which this manual is supplied. Please refer to the nearest franchised Hyundai dealer for information regarding current standard and optional equipment levels.
HGK037-E
SA010A1-E OWNER'S MANUAL Operation MaintenanceSpecifications
Responsibilty For Maintenance
It is the responsibility of the vehicle owner/driver to ensure that all routine mainte- nance services are undertaken in line with the recommendations specified in Section 5 of this manual. In addition, in order to ensure continued validity of the new vehiclewarranty and safe operation of the vehicle, non scheduled maintenance/running repairs should be undertaken at the earliest available opportunity. Under severe operating conditions, more frequent maintenance is required. Detailsof the maintenance schedule for such conditions are also given in section 5. It is recommended that all maintenance operations and repairs are entrusted to a franchised Hyundai dealer to ensure that the latest repair methods, specializedtooling and genuine Hyundai parts are used to ensure the continued reliability and safety of the vehicle.
SA020A1-E
SA040A1-ESA050A1-E
TWO WAY RADIO INSTALLATION
This vehicle is fitted with electronically controlled fuel injection or other micro processor controlled equipment. It is possible for incorrectly installed two way radio equipment including mobiletelephones to adversely affect these systems. Before radio equipment of this kind is installed, please contact your Hyundai dealer for recommendation regarding the suitability of the particular radio equipmentconcerned and the recommended method of installation and equipment location. Incorrectly installed or unsuitable equipment which gives rise to incorrect functioning of or damage to electronic vehicle components will not fall within the scope of thevehicle manufacturers warranty.
CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO ORIGINAL VEHICLE SPECIFICATION
Modification to the original vehicle specification may invalidate the manufacturers warranty and may adversely affect the safety and durability of the vehicle. Components which are subject to modification or are added to the original vehiclespecification without the express approval of the manufacturer and result in conse- quential loss or damage are not covered by the vehicle manufacturers warranty.!
CAUTION:
When installing a container of liquid air freshener inside the vehicle, do not place it near the instrument cluster nor on the instrument panel surface. If there is any leakage from the air freshener onto these areas (Instrument cluster, instrument panel or air ventilator), it may damage these parts. If the liquid from the air freshener does leak onto these areas, wash themwith water immediately.!
1. Passenger's Drink Holder
2. Passenger's Side Air Bag (Not all models)
3. Multi Guage (Not all models)
4. Front Fog Light Switch (Not all models)
5. Rear Fog Light Switch
6. Digital Clock
7. Hazard Warning Switch
8. Front Seat warmer (Not all models)
9. Windscreen Wiper/Washer Switch
10. Steering Wheel Tilt Lever (Not all models)
11. Multi-Function Light
12. Panel Brightness Control Knob
(Rheostat Switch) (Not all models) 13. Electronic Stability Progrem (ESP) Switch
(Not all models)
14. Headlight Leveling Device
15. Centre Console
16. Glove Box
17. Parking Brake Lever
18. Shift Lever
19. Cigarette Lighter
20. Ashtray
21. Heating/Air Conditioning Control Panel
22. Horn and Driver's Airbag
23. Cruise Control Switch (Not all models)
24. Fuse Box Relay
25. Bonnet Release Lever
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
B255A01GK-EAT INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL * More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-40.
Malfunction Indicator Light (Not all models)
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)(Not all models)
Hatchback Door Open Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light (Not all models)
ABS Service Reminder Indicator (Not all models)
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light Low Oil Pressure Warning Light Parking Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning Light Charging System Warning Light
Cruise Indicator (Not all models)
Seat Belt Warning Light
CRUISE SET Indicator Light (Not all models)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light (Not all models)
Immobiliser Warning Light