FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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Fuel Recommendations ................................................ 1-2
Breaking in Your New Hyundai ..................................... 1-3
Keys.............................................................................. 1-3
Door .............................................................................. 1-4
Theft-Aalarm System .................................................... 1-8
Window .......................................................................1-11
Seat ............................................................................. 1-12
Seat Belts....................................................................1-18
Child Restraint System ...............................................1-24
Advanced Supplemental Restraint (AIRBAG) System1-32
Instrument Cluster and Indicator .................................1-41
Warning and Indicator Lights......................................1-45
Multi-Function Light Switch .........................................1-54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch...............................1-56
Sunroof.......................................................................1-63
Mirror...........................................................................1-67
Hood Release .............................................................1-71
Cruise Control.............................................................1-77
Heating and Cooling Control .......................................1-80
Stereo Sound System.................................................1-98
Audio System............................................................1-100
Antenna.....................................................................1-1271
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B380A01A-AAT
The rear window defroster and heated outside
rear wiew mirrors are turned on by pushing in
the switch. To turn the defroster off, push the
switch a second time. The rear window de-
froster automatically turns itself off after about
15 minutes. To restart the defroster cycle, push
in the switch again after it has turned itself off.
CAUTION:Do not clean the inner side of the rear
window glass with an abrasive type of glass
cleaner or use a scraper to remove foreign
deposits from the inner surface of the glass
as this may cause damage to the defroster
elements.
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NOTE:The ignition must be in the "ON" position
for the rear window defroster to operate. Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds or when the fluid reser-
voir is empty; this could damage the system. Do
not operate the wiper when the window is dry;
this can result in scratching as well as prema-
ture wiper blade wear.
For the reason stated above,do not operate the
washer when the washer fluid reservoir is
empty.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SWITCH
B380B01E-A
1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
66GLOVE BOXSPECTACLE CASE
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B491A02F-GAT
(If Installed)
B500A01S-AAT
The spectacle case is located on the front
overhead console.
Push the end of cover to open the spectacle
case.
WARNING:Do not open the spectacle case while the
vehicle is moving. The rear view mirror of
the vehicle can be blocked.o To open the glove box, pull on the glove box
release lever.
o The glove box door can be locked (and
unlocked) with the key (If installed).
!WARNING:To avoid the possibility of injury in case of
an accident or a sudden stop, the glove box
door should be kept closed when the car is
in motion.
HXDOM241B500A01E
MULTI BOX
B500B02E-GAT
The multi box may be opened by pulling it out by
its grip.
It is used for storing small articles.
If the muti box is removed, the fuse box for the
lights and other electrical accessories will be
exposed.
HXD301
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The outside rearview mirrors can be adjusted
to your preferred rear vision, both directly be-
hind the vehicle, and to the rear of the left and
right sides.
The remote control outside rearview mirror
switch controls the adjustments for both right
and left outside mirrors.
To adjust the position of either mirror:1. Move the selecting switch to the right or left
to activate the adjustable mechanism for the
corresponding door mirror.
2. Now, adjust mirror angle by depressing the
appropriate perimeter switch as illustrated.
B510D01E
MIRROR
B510A01S-AAT
OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
Manual Type
The outside rearview mirror on the driver's side
is equipped with a remote control for your
convenience. It is operated by the control lever
in the bottom front corner of the window.
Before driving away, always check that your
mirrors are positioned so you can see behind
you, both to the left and right sides, as well as
directly behind your vehicle. When using the
mirror, always exercise caution when attempt-
ing to judge the distance of vehicles behind or
along side of you.
NOTE:If the mirror control is jammed with ice, do
not attempt to break it free using the control
handle or by manipulating the face of the
mirror. Use an approved spray de-icer (not
radiator antifreeze) to release the frozen
mechanism or move the vehicle to warm
place and allow the ice to melt.
B510B01Y-AAT
Electric Type (If Installed)
B510A01E
B510C01E
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CAUTION:o Do not operate the switch continuously
for an unnecessary length of time.
o Scraping ice from the mirror face could
cause permanent damage. To remove
any ice, use a sponge, soft cloth or
approved de-icer.
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WARNING:Be careful when judging the size or dis-
tance of any object seen in the passenger
side rear view mirror. It is a convex mirror
with a curved surface. Any objects seen in
this mirror are closer than they appear.
B510D01Y-AAT
OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR HEATER
(If installed)
The outside rearview mirror heater is actuated
in connection with the rear window defroster. To
heat the outside rearview mirror glass, push
in the switch for the rear window defroster. The
rearview mirror glass will be heated for defrost-
ing or defogging and will give you improved rear
vision in inclement weather conditions. Push the
switch again to turn the heater off. The outside
rearview mirror heater automatically turns itself
off after 15 minutes.
B380A01GK
Manual
Automatic
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B510C01A-AAT
FOLDING THE OUTSIDE REARVIEW
MIRRORS
To fold the outside rearview mirrors, push them
towards the rear.
The outside rearview mirrors can be folded
rearward for parking in narrow areas.
WARNING:Do not adjust or fold the outside rearview
mirrors while the vehicle is moving. This
could result in loss of control, and an acci-
dent which could cause death, serious in-
jury or property damage.
B510E01E
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B520A01A-AAT
DAY/NIGHT INSIDE REARVIEW
MIRROR
Manual type
Your Hyundai is equipped with a day/night inside
rearview mirror. The "night" position is selected
by flipping the tab at the bottom of the mirror
toward you. In the "night" position, the glare of
headlights of cars behind you is reduced.
B580A01L-GAT
SUN VISOR
Your Hyundai is equipped with sun visors to give
the driver and front passenger either frontal or
sideward shade. To reduce glare or to shut out
direct rays of the sun, turn the sun visor down.
A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the sun
visor for the driver and front passenger.
NOTE:The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
label containing useful information can be
found on the back of each sun visor.
Vanity mirror
B580A01E
HXDFL2112
B520B01O-GAT
Electric type (If installed)
The electric type day/night inside rearview mir-
ror controls automatically the glare of headlights
of the car behind you. Adjust the rearview mirror
to the desired position.
HXDFL2113
2DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
3TO START THE ENGINEKEY POSITIONSBEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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C020A01A-AAT
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.
C030A01A-AAT
COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH
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 than 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 2-4.
C040A01A-AAT
WARNING:The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key cylinder
while the vehicle is in motion. The steering
wheel is locked by removing the key.
o "START"
The engine is started in this position. It will crank
until you release the key.
C040A01E-1
LOCKACC
ON
START
6DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
3GENERAL CHECKS
G020C01A-AAT
Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each time
when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heating system operation (and air
conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, including clutch
operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including
"Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation
If you notice anything that does not operate
correctly or appears to be functioning incor-
rectly, inspect it carefully and seek assistance
from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020B01A-AAT
Vehicle Exterior
The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare
tire)
G020A01A-AAT
Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery conditio
o Air filter condition