FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 69
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SB520A1-F
STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Push the lever downward to unlock.
2. Raise or lower the steering wheel to
the desired position.
3. After adjustment, securely tighten the lever by pulling it upward
WARNING:
Do not attempt to adjust the steering
wheel while driving as this may re-
sult in loss of control of the vehicle
and result in death or serious injury.
Your Hyundai is equipped with sun
visors to give the driver and front pas-
senger either frontal or side ward shade.
The sun visors are fitted on both sides
on all models. To reduce glare or to
shut out direct rays of the sun, turn the
sun visor down to block the annoy-
ance. A ticket holder is provided on the
back of the sun visor for the driver.
Vanity mirrors are provided on the
back of the sunvisor for the driver and
the front passenger (If installed).
NOTE:
The Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tem (SRS) label containing useful
information can be found on the
front of each sun visor.
WARNING:
Do not place the sun visor in such
a manner that it obscures visibility
of the roadway, traffic or other ob-
jects.
HTB098-D
B580A01TB-GAT
SUN VISOR
HTB148-D
A Type
B Type
HTB085
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B610B01A-DAT
HORN
Press the centre hub of the steering
wheel to sound the horn. HTB110
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 3
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C020A01O-EAT BEFORE STARTING THE EN- GINE Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure
there are no flat tyres, puddles of oil or water or other indications of pos- sible 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
headrestraint to be sure they are intheir proper positions.
6. Close all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure
that all other occupants have fas- tened 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 warn-ing lights are operating and that youhave sufficient fuel. 10.Check the operation of warning
lights and all bulbs when key is inthe "ON" position.
WARNING: (DIESEL ENGINE)
To ensure that sufficient vacuum exists within the brake system dur-ing cold weather start-up condi-tions, it is necessary to run theengine at idle for several seconds after starting the engine. SC040A1-F COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING LOCK To Start the Engine
o If your Hyundai is equipped with a
manual transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and depress theclutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic
transaxle, place the shift lever in "P" (park).
o To start the engine, insert the igni-
tion key and turn it to the "START" position. Release it as soon as theengine starts. Do not hold the key inthe "START" position for more that 15 seconds.
NOTE: For safety, the engine will not start if the shift lever is not in "P" or "N"Position (automatic transaxle).
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2- 4 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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"START" The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key. NOTE: Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds. "ON" When the key is at the "ON" position, the ignition and all accessories are available for use. If the engine is notrunning, the key should not be left atthis position since the battery will be-come discharged and damage to theignition system may also result. For information regarding engine starting, refer to "STARTING THE ENGINE". "ACC" When the ignition key is at the "ACC" position, the radio and other accesso-ries may be used. "LOCK" The ignition key may only be inserted or removed at this position.SC050A2-E KEY POSITIONS
C040A01E
LOCK
ACC
ON
START
WARNING:
The engine must never be turned off and the key removed from the ignition key cylinder whilst the ve- hicle is in motion since the steeringlock will operate and control of thevehicle will be lost. SB050B1-E STEERING WHEEL LOCK When the key is removed, the steering column lock will be activated and willengage when the steering wheel isturned to the appropriate position. It isnot necessary to turn the wheel until locked each time the key is removed since in the event of any unauthorizedattempt at removal, the lock will be-come effective as soon as the steeringwheel is turned. To unlock the steer-ing, insert the key and turn to the "ACC" position. If the steering is locked, it may be necessary to rock the steer-ing wheel slightly to facilitate turningthe key. Under no circumstancesshould the key be forced since break-age of the key will occur.
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 2- 17
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o The formation of snow or ice built up
inside the wheel arches may inter- fere with the road wheels or steeringmechanism. In such instances, un-usual noises or an increase in steer- ing effort may result. Therefore, ensure that the wheel arches arechecked periodically and any accu-mulated snow or ice removed.
o It is advisable to carry emergency equipment including, torch, shovel, tow rope, blankets etc., if a journey is to be undertaken into areas ofsevere road conditions.
Nose weight Total trailer weight
C190E01L C195F02TB-EAT TOWING ATTACHMENTS It is strongly recommended that only an Hyundai Approved towing attach-ment is used to ensure that the loadsplaced upon the body structure arecorrectly distributed. The use of a non approved attachment will result in the invalidation of the vehicle warranty.Hyundai towing attachments are de-signed and constructed to ensuremaximum towing performance andease of fitment. A range of accesso- ries including electrical kits are avail- able through the Hyundai dealer net-work. It is of the utmost importance that those areas of the vehicle which are subjected to greater stress during tow- ing are maintained in accordance withthe recommendations given at the endof this book. In addition, the daily oper-ating checks relating to engine oil,transmission oil and tyres must be performed at each refuelling to ensure maximum reliability and safety.
C190E02TB-EAT TRAILER AND CARAVAN TOW- ING
WARNING:
It is not recommended that the ve- hicle be used for towing until thefirst 1,000 miles of Running In hasbeen completed. All Hyundai MA- TRIX models are suited to towing trailers and caravans up to the lim-its indicated on page 2-19. Thismodels fitted with automatictransaxle have a transaxle oil coolerand further transaxle cooling should not be required.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3- 11
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
WITH NO DAMAGE HTB208
HTB151B080A02TB-EAT
VEHICLE TOWING OR
RECOVERY
CAUTION:
An incorrect tow or recovery could
result in serious damage to the ve-
hicle. If any damage to the suspen-
sion, steering or transaxle is appar-
ent or suspected, a towing ambu-
lance must be used. o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
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SD070K1-E
AFTER CHANGING WHEELS
The pressure of the spare tyre should
be checked at the first available oppor-
tunity. If any doubt exists as to the tyre
pressure, the vehicle should be driven
slowly to the nearest service station
and the tyre pressure checked and
adjusted as required.
If the valve cap is lost from any of the
valves, a replacement should be ob-
tained and fitted at the first available
opportunity. The valve cap prevents
the ingress of dirt which may cause the
valve to stick and therefore leak and is
part of the valve sealing function. Ensure that the spare wheel, jack and
wheel nut wrench as well tools are
correctly located in the boot of the
vehicle to prevent damage and noise.
The vehicle may be towed by the con-
ventional method using the towing eye
at the front of the vehicle as an attach-
ment point. In addition, a suspended
tow with or without a towing dolly may
be used with either the front or the rear
wheels being suspended, provided the
above caution is observed.
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CAUTION:
The following restriction must be
observed in order to avoid serious
damage to the transaxle .
The vehicle must never be towed
from the rear with the front wheels
on the ground.
The vehicle must not be towed until
transaxle fluid has been added to
bring the level up to the "HOT"
marking on the dipstick. (The level
will need to be reduced again after
towing).
The vehicle must not be towed at
speeds faster than 25 mph. or dis-
tances greater than fifty miles. The
general points regarding the steer-
ing lock etc. described in the pre-
ceding section (Manual transaxle
vehicle) should be observed.
SD100A3-E
Automatic Transaxle Vehicle
The vehicle may be towed by the con-
ventional method using the towing eye
at the front of the vehicle as an attach-
ment point.
In addition, a suspended tow may be
given to the front of the vehicle without
a towing dolly. In the event of a sus-
pended tow being given to the rear of
the vehicle, the use of a towing dolly is
imperative.
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE HTB209
In addition, the following points
must be noted:
o If towing by conventional means,
the ignition key must be at the "ACC"
position, otherwise the steering lock
will be activated.
o Because the brake system and
steering system power assistance
is derived from the engine, the
amount of effort required to stop or
steer the vehicle will be greater than
normal.
o If a suspended tow is being given to
the rear, the ignition key must be at
the "ACC" position since the steer-
ing lock is not designed to withstand
the force required to hold the front
wheels straight during the tow.
o The vehicle must not be towed with
the front wheels on the ground for
more than thirty miles.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3- 13
D120A01A-EAT
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
Information about the key of immobi-
lizer system will be found on page 1-4.CAUTION:
If the car is being towed with all
four wheels on the ground, it can
be towed only from the front. Be
sure that the transaxle is in neu-
tral. Do not tow at speeds greater
than 30 mph (50 km/h) and for more
than 15 miles(25 km).
Be sure the steering is unlocked by
placing the key in the "ACC" posi-
tion. A driver must be in the towed
vehicle to operate the steering and
brakes.
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(3)Attach a tow cable, chain or strap to
the towing hook on the front bumper.
D080D02TB-AAT
EMERGENCY TOWING For emergency towing when no com-
mercial tow vehicle is available. Do not
attempt to tow your vehicle in this
manner on any unpaved surface. This
could result in serious damage to your
car.
Nor should towing be attempted if the
wheels, drive train, axles, steering or
brakes are damaged. Before towing,
be sure the transaxle is in neutral and
the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off)
or in the "ON" position (with the engine
running). A driver must be in the towed
car to steer it and operate the brakes.
(1)Open the towing cover to push it
with your finger.
(2)To mount the towing hook, rotate it clockwise.
HTB196
HTB211 CAUTION
It should be tightened firmly with
your fingers until there is no more
play in the towing hole. Towing
hook is located in the jack case on
the spare tyre.
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Towing Hook
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