2005 HYUNDAI XG350 traction control

1. Cruise Control Main Switch
2. Traction Control Switch
3. Panel Brightness Control Knob (Rheostat
Switch)
4. Multi-Function Light Switch
5. Horn and Driver's Airbag
6. Cruise Control Switch
7. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
8. Ignition Switch
9. Hazard Warning Switch
10. Digital Clock11. Audio System (If installed)
12. Passenger's Airbag
13. Hood Release Lever
14. Parking Brake Release Lever/Parking Brake (Foot
type)
15. Steering Wheel Tilt Lever
16. Heater/Air Conditioning Control Panel
17. Shift Lever
18. Ashtray
19. Accessory Box
20. Glove Box
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 them with water immediately.
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YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCEB255A01L-AATINDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL* More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-42
Turn Signal Indicator Lights SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)Seat Belt Reminder Light and Chime
High Beam Indicator LightLow Oil Pressure Warning Light
Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning LightCharging System Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light and Chime
Trunk Lid Open Warning Light
Front Fog Indicator LightLow Fuel Level Warning LightABS Service Reminder Indicator
Traction Control Indicator Light Malfunction Indicator LightCruise Indicator Light
Stop/Tail Light Failure Warning Light
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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1. Cruise Indicator Light
2. Tachometer
3. Turn Signal Indicator Light
4. Speedometer
5. High Beam Indicator Light
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Traction Control Indicator Light
8. Front Fog Indicator Light
9. Stop/Tail Light Failure Warning Light
10.Parking Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
11.Seat Belt Warning Light
12.Charging System Warning Light13.Door Ajar Warning Light
14.Oil Pressure Warning Light
15.Trunk Lid Open Warning Light
16.SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
17.Odometer/ Trip Odometer
18.Odometer/ Trip Odometer Reset Switch
19.Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
20.Coolant Temperature Gauge
21.Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
22.Low Fuel Warning Light
23.Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
B260C02L-AAT
TRACTION CONTROL
INDICATOR LIGHT
The traction control indicators change opera-
tions according to the ignition switch position
and whether the system is in operation or not.
They will also illuminate when the ignition key is
turned to the "ON" or "START" position, but
should go out after three seconds. If the TCS
indicator stays on, take your car to your autho-
rized Hyundai dealer and have the system
checked. See section 2 for more information
about the TCS system.NOTE:When the TCS is manually deactivated, the
indicator light remains illuminated until the
ignition switch is turned off.B260Q01Y-GAT
CRUISE INDICATOR Light
(If installed)
The cruise indicator light in the instrument clus-
ter is illuminated only when the vehicle cruising
speed has been set using the control switch on
the steering wheel.
The indicator light does not illuminate when the
main cruise control switch is activated.
Information about the use of cruise control is
beginning on page 1-75.
B280A01A-AATFUEL GAUGEThe needle on the gauge indicates the approxi-
mate fuel level in the fuel tank. The fuel capacity
is given in Section 9.
B270A01A-AATBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUNDThe front disc brake pads have wear indicators
that should make a high-pitched squealing or
scraping noise when new pads are needed. The
sound may come and go or be heard all the time
when the vehicle is moving. It may also be heard
when the brake pedal is pushed down firmly.
Excessive rotor damage will result if the worn
pads are not replaced. See your Hyundai dealer
immediately.B270B01L-AAT
STOP/TAIL LIGHT FAILURE
WARNING LIGHT
If the Stop/Tail Light Failure warning light comes
on when the parking brake is applied or the tail
light is turned on, check the brake lines or the
tail light bulb.
B280A01L
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Before Starting the Engine ............................................ 2-3
Key Positions ................................................................ 2-3
Starting ..........................................................................2-4
Automatic Transaxle ..................................................... 2-5
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................................... 2-8
Traction Control System (TCS) .................................... 2-9
Good Braking Practices..............................................2-10
Driving for Economy...................................................2-11
Winter Driving.............................................................2-13
Trailer or Vehicle Towing ............................................2-15
Vehicle Load Limit.......................................................2-19
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
GOOD DRIVING PRACTICES
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C120A02A-AAT(If Installed)The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed
to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking
or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con-
trol module monitors the wheel speed and con-
trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus,
in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS
will increase vehicle control during braking.NOTE:During ABS operation, a pulsation may be
felt in the brake pedal when the brakes are
applied. Also, a noise may be heard in the
engine compartment while braking. These
conditions are normal and indicate that the
anti-lock brake system is functioning prop-
erly.
C090N03Y-AATo Never move the gear selector lever from "P"
or "N" to any other position with the accelera-
tor pedal depressed.
o Never move the gear selector lever into "P"
when the vehicle is in motion.
o Be sure the car is completely stopped before
you attempt to shift into "R".
o Never take the car out of gear and coast
down a hill. This may be extremely hazard-
ous. Always leave the car in gear when
moving.
o Do not "ride" the brakes. This can cause
them to overheat and malfunction. Instead,
when you are driving down a long hill, slow
down and shift to a lower gear. When you do
this, engine braking will help slow the car.
o Slow down before shifting to a lower gear.
Otherwise, the lower gear may not be en-
gaged.
o Always use the parking brake. Do not de-
pend on placing the transaxle in "P" to keep
the car from moving.
o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a
slippery surface. Be especially careful when
braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a
slippery surface, an abrupt change in ve-
hicle speed can cause the drive wheels to
lose traction and the vehicle to go out of
control.
WARNING:
o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
you lose control of your vehicle at high-
way speeds.
o Loss of control often occurs if two or
more wheels drop off the roadway and
the driver oversteers to reenter the road-
way.
o In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
down before pulling back into the travel
lanes.
o In a collision crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seatbelt.
o Never exceed posted speed limits.
o Excessive depressing of the accelerater
pedal in slippery driving conditions such
as pulling out of deep snow or mud may
cause severe damage to the transaxle.
Rocking the vehicle is not recommended.
Rather, use an appropriate towing
method.
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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
(TCS)
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WARNING:
Your ABS will not prevent accidents due to
improper or dangerous driving maneuvers.
Even though vehicle control is improved
during emergency braking, always main-
tain a safe distance between you and ob-
jects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always
be reduced during extreme road condi-
tions.
The braking distance for cars equipped
with an anti-lock braking system may be
longer than for those without it in the
following road conditions.
During these conditions the vehicle should
be driven at reduced speeds.
o Rough, gravel or snow-covered roads.
o With tire chains installed.
o On roads where the road surface is pit-
ted or has different surface height.
The safety features of an ABS equipped
vehicle should not be tested by high speed
driving or cornering. This could endanger
the safety of yourself or others.
C300A02Y-GAT(If Installed)
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On slippery road surfaces, the traction control
system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from
spinning excessively, thus helping the car to
accelerate. It also provides sufficient driving
force and steering performance as the car turns
at accelerated speeds.SLIP ControlLimits the drive wheels from spinning exces-
sively during starting or while making acceler-
ated turns on slippery roads to avoid losing the
driving force of the front wheels.
CAUTION:
When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control
has been activated. It also means that the
road is slippery or your car is accelerating
excessively. In this situation, gently release
foot pressure from the accelerator pedal
and maintain moderate speed.
WARNING:
Traction control is only a driving aid; all
normal precautions for driving in inclement
weather and on slippery driving surfaces
should be observed.
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Driving hintsTCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to
decelerate the car sufficiently before entering
curves.
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C130A01O-BATGOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
WARNING:Nothing should be carried on top of the
shelf panel behind the rear seat. If there
were an accident or a sudden stop, such
objects could move forward and cause
damage to the vehicle or injure the occu-
pants.
o After being parked, check to be sure the
parking brake is not engaged and that the
parking brake indicator light is out before
driving away.
o Driving through water may get the brakes
wet. They can also get wet when the car is
washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous!
Your car will not stop as quickly if the brakes
are wet. Wet brakes may cause the car to
pull to one side. To dry the brakes, apply the
brakes lightly until the braking action returns
to normal, taking care to keep the car under
control at all times. If the braking action does
not return to normal, stop as soon as it is safe
to do so and call your Hyundai dealer for
assistance.
C300D02L-GATIndicators and WarningThe indicators should illuminate when the igni-
tion key is turned to "ON" or "START" but should
go out after three seconds.
If the indicators do not illuminate, or the TCS or
TCS-OFF indicator does not go out after 3
seconds, have it checked by an authorized
dealer.
Should there be any unusual conditions in the
device while driving, TCS-OFF indicator illumi-
nates as a warning.
If TCS-OFF indicator illuminates, pull your car
to a safe place and stop the engine.
Then, start the engine again to check if the TCS-
OFF indicator goes out.
If the indicator remains lit even after the engine
has been started, have your car checked by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.NOTE:1) When the TCS-OFF indicator illuminates,
traction control is automatically deacti-
vated for safety.
2) This warning function is not provided
when the driver selects the TCS-OFF
mode.
C300B01L-GATTCS ON/OFF ModeIn the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the
instrument cluster will not be illuminated.
To switch the TCS OFF mode, press the TCS
switch . The SLIP control will be deactivated and
the TCS indicator in the instrument cluster will
be illuminated.NOTE:1) The TCS mode will automatically be
turned ON after the engine is turned off
and restarted.
2) When the traction control is operating
properly, you can feel a slight pulsation
in the vehicle. This is only the effect of
brake control and indicates nothing
unusual.
3) When the engine starts, a click is heard
from the engine compartment; however,
this is only the sound of traction control
being checked.
4) When moving out of the mud or fresh
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal
may not cause the engine speed to in-
crease due to TCS operation.
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