2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON Owners Manual

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI70
B540C01JM-GATLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTLuggage compartment light has a 3-position
switch. The three positions are:
o In the "DOOR" position, the luggage com-
partment light comes on when the tail gate is
opened, then goes out when it is closed.
o In the "ON" position, the light stays on at all
times.
o In the "OFF" position, the light stays off at all
times.
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B540A01JM-AATSHOPPING BAG HOLDERS
Shopping bag holders are located in the front
console and on the backside of the rear seat.
When not in use, return it to the original position.
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CAUTION:
o Do not hang a bag beyond 6 Ibs (3 kg).
It may cause damage to the shopping
bag holder.
o Return it to the original position after
using the shopping bag holder.
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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
71
B650A01S-AATStowage Precautions1. Do not place objects on the cargo security
screen. Such objects may be thrown about
inside the vehicle and possibly injure vehicle
occupants during an accident or when brak-
ing.
2. For better fuel economy, do not carry unnec-
essary weight.
3. Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage
compartment. It is designed for luggage
only.
4. Try to maintain the balance of the vehicle and
locate the weight as far forward as possible.
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HOW TO USE LUGGAGE ROOM
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Cargo Area Cover (If installed)Nothing should be carried on top of the luggage
cover. Loose materials could result in injury to
vehicle occupants during sudden braking.
Before using the luggage under tray, hang the
cargo area cover hook to the weather strip.Place the cargo area cover hook in the stowed
position while not in use.
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Raise the luggage under tray cover with the grip.
After using it lock the luggage under tray cover
by turning the lever toward "LOCK".
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Before using the luggage under tray, remove
the luggage mat. Turn the lever toward "UN-
LOCK".
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Luggage Under TrayThere is a multipurpose tray under the luggage
mat.

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
73
Luggage Side Trim
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There are small article trays in the luggage side
trim.
B655A01JM-GATCovering shelf screen (If Installed)Covering shelf screen veils the luggage room to
hang the screen hook to a headrest pole.
B655A01JM
While not in use, place the screen hook to the
hook holder.
B655A02JM

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI74
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B540D03HP-GATLuggage Net (If Installed)Some objects can be kept in the net in the
luggage compartment.
Use the luggage net on the floor or at the back
of the luggage compartment to prevent objects
from sliding.
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the goods or the
vehicle, care should be taken when carrying
fragile or bulky objects in the luggage com-
partment.
WARNING:
Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch. AL-
WAYS keep face and body out of its path.
DO NOT use when the luggage net straps
have visible signs of wear or damage.
ROOF RACKB630A01JM-AAT(If installed)If your Hyundai has a roof rack, you can load
things on top of your vehicle. Crossrails and
fixing components to adapt the roof rack on your
vehicle may be obtained from an authorized
Hyundai dealer.
CAUTION:
o In case a sunroof is installed, do not
position roof rack loads that could inter-
fere with opening of the sunroof.
o The following specifications are recom-
mended when loading cargo or luggage.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
75
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REMOTE FUEL-FILLER LID RELEASEB560A02JM-AATThe fuel-filler lid may be opened from inside the
vehicle by pulling up on the fuel-filler lid opener
located on the front floor area on the left side of
the vehicle.NOTE:If the fuel-filler lid will not open because ice
has formed around it, tap lightly or push on
the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do
not pry on the lid. If necessary, spray around
the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do
not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the
vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to
melt.
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HIGH-MOUNTED REAR STOP LIGHTB550A01A-AATIn addition to the lower-mounted rear stoplights
on either side of the car, the high mounted rear
stoplight in the center of the rear window also
lights when the brakes are applied.
B550A01JM
165 lbs (75 kg) Evenly
Distributed
ROOF RACK
CAUTION:
o Loading cargo or luggage above 165 lbs
(75 kg) on the roof rack may damage your
vehicle.
When you carry large objects, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides of
your vehicle.
o To prevent damage or loss of cargo as
you are driving, check frequently to make
sure the luggage carrier and cargo are
still securely fastened.
o Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
o To use the roof rails as a roof rack, you
must fit the roof rails with two or more
crossrails or equivalent before carrying
cargo or luggage on the roof.
o Loading cargo or luggage exceeding the
specification on the roof rack may re-
duce the stability of your vehicle.
o Do not allow cargo loads to rest directly
on the roof of your article; cross rails
must be used.

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B560A01JM
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WARNING:
o If you open the fuel filler cap during high
ambient temperatures, a slight "pres-
sure sound" may be heard. This is nor-
mal and not a cause for concern.
Whenever you open the fuel filler cap,
turn it slowly.
o Make sure the fuel filler cap is replaced
and securely seated after fueling. Failure
to replace or fully seat the fuel filler cap
will result in fuel vapors escaping into
the atmosphere and the check engine
"MIL" indicator illuminating.
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o Automotive fuels are flammable/explo-
sive materials. When refueling, please
note the following guidelines carefully.
o Before touching the fuel nozzle or fuel
filler cap, have one's hands in contact
with metal parts away from the filler neck
to discharge static electricity.
o Do not get back in the vehicle while
refueling. Do not operate anything that
can produce static electricity. Static elec-
tricity discharge can ignite fuel vapors
resulting in explosion.
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WARNING:
o The fuel cap must be tightened until cap
clicks, otherwise " " light will illumi-
nate.
o Gasoline vapors are dangerous. Before
refueling, always stop the engine and
never allow sparks or open flames near
the filler area. If you need to replace the
filler cap, use a genuine Hyundai re-
placement part.
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o When using a portable fuel container be
sure to place the container on the ground
while refueling. Static electricity dis-
charge from the container can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. While starting re-
fueling contact should be maintained
until the filling is complete.
o Do not use cellular phones around a gas
station. The electric current or electronic
interference from cellular phones can
ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
o When refueling always shut the engine
off. Sparks by electrical equipment of
the engine can ignite fuel vapors caus-
ing a fire. After refueling, check to make
sure the fuel filler cap is securely closed,
and then start the engine.
o Do not smoke or try to light cigarettes
around a gas station. Automotive fuels
are flammable.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
77
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Before closing the hood, return the support rod
to its clip to prevent it from rattling. Lower the
hood until it is about 1 ft. (30 cm) above the
closed position and let it drop. Make sure that it
locks into place.
WARNING:
o Always double check to be sure that the
hood is firmly latched before driving
away. If it is not latched, the hood could
open while the vehicle is being driven,
causing a total loss of visibility, which
might result in an accident.
o The support rod must be inserted com-
pletely into the hole provided in the
hood whenever you inspect the engine
compartment. This will prevent the hood
from falling and possibly injuring you.
o Do not move the vehicle with the hood
in the raised position, as vision is ob-
structed and the hood could fall or be
damaged.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the support rod has been
released prior to closing the hood.
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2. Push the secondary latch lever to the left and
lift the hood.
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HOOD RELEASEB570A03A-GAT1. Pull the release knob to unlatch the hood.
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3. Hold the hood open with the support rod.