
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCEB255A01TG-AATINDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER* More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-66.
Turn Signal Indicator LightsHigh Beam Indicator LightLow Oil Pressure Warning LightParking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level
Warning Light
Charging System Warning LightDoor Ajar Warning LightTrunk Lid Open Warning LightLow Fuel Level Warning Light
Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
Seat Belt Warning LightFront Fog Light Indicator LightCheck Engine - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)SRS (Airbag) Warning LightABS Service Reminder Indicator (If Installed)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator
Lights (If Installed)Cruise Indicator LightCruise SET Indicator Light
Immobilizer Warning Light

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1. Check Engine - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
2. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
3. Charging System Warning Light
4. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
5. Tachometer
6. Turn Signal Indicator Lights
7. High Beam Indicator Light
8. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Lights
(If Installed)
9. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
10. CRUISE Indicator Light
11. Front Fog Light Indicator Light
12. Cruise SET Indicator Light13. Speedometer
14. Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
15. Trunk Lid Open Warning Light
16. Immobilizer Warning Light
17. Coolant Temperature Gauge
18. ABS Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) (If Installed)
19. Door Ajar Warning Light
20. Seat Belt Warning Light (Driver's side)
21. Odometer/Trip Computer
22. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
23. Low Fuel Warning Light
24. Fuel Gauge

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1. Tachometer
2. High Beam Indicator Light
3. Turn Signal Indicator Lights
4. Speedometer
5. Front Fog Light Indicator Light
6. Coolant Temperature Gauge
7. Fuel Gauge
8. Charging System Warning Light
9. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
10. Seat Belt Warning Light (Driver's side)
11. Door Ajar Warning Light
12. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
13. Check Engine - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)14. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
15. Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
16. ABS Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) (If Installed)
17. CRUISE Indicator Light
18. Trunk Lid Open Warning Light
19. Immobilizer Warning Light
20. Cruise SET Indicator Light
21. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
22. Odometer/Trip Computer/Warning Text
23. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Lights
(If Installed)
24. Low Fuel Warning Light

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B270A01O-AATBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING
SOUNDThe front and rear 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.
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B290A03A-AATENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
WARNING:Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. The engine coolant is un-
der pressure and could erupt and cause
severe burns. Wait until the engine is
cool before adding coolant to the reser-
voir.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERB280A01TG-AATFUEL GAUGEThe needle on the gauge indicates the
approximate fuel level in the fuel tank. The
fuel capacity is given in section 9.NOTE:The "
" symbol means, the fuel filler
lid is located on the left side of the ve-
hicle.
B280A01TG
Conventional Type
Super - Vision Type
B290A01TG
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Super - Vision Type

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WARNING:
o The fuel cap must be tightened until
the cap clicks, otherwise " " light
will illuminate.
o Gasoline vapors are dangerous. Be-
fore 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 replacement part.
HTG2023
REMOTE FUEL-FILLER LID
RELEASEB560A02NF-AATThe fuel-filler lid may be opened from
inside the vehicle by pushing the fuel-filler
lid opener switch located on the driver's
door.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 radia-
tor anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a
warm place and allow the ice to melt.
HTG2022
WARNING:
o If you open the fuel filler cap during
high ambient temperatures, a slight
"pressure sound" may be heard. This
is normal and not a cause for concern.
Whenever you open the fuel filler cap,
turn it slowly.
o Make sure the fuel filler cap is re-
placed and securely seated after fu-
eling. Failure to replace or fully seat
the fuel filler cap will result in fuel
vapors escaping into the atmosphere
and the check engine " " indicator
illuminating.
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o Automotive fuels are flammable/ex-
plosive materials. When refueling,
please note the following guidelines
carefully. Failure to follow these guide-
lines may result in severe personal
injury, severe burns or death by fire or
explosion.
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o Take care of your tires. Keep them in-
flated to the recommended pressure.
Incorrect inflation, either too much or
too little, results in unnecessary tire
wear. Check the tire pressures at least
once a month.
o Be sure that the wheels are aligned
correctly. Improper alignment can re-
sult from hitting curbs or driving too fast
over irregular surfaces. Poor alignment
causes faster tire wear and may also
result in other problems as well as
greater fuel consumption.
o Keep your car in good condition. For
better fuel economy and reduced main-
tenance costs, maintain your car in ac-
cordance with the maintenance sched-
ule in Section 5. If you drive your car in
severe conditions, more frequent main-
tenance is required (see Section 5 for
details).
o Keep your car clean. For maximum
service, your Hyundai should be kept
clean and free of corrosive materials. It
is especially important that mud, dirt,
ice, etc. not be allowed to accumulate
on the underside of the car. This extra
weight can result in increased fuel con-
sumption and also contribute to corro-
sion.o Travel lightly. Don't carry unnecessary
weight in your car. Weight reduces fuel
economy.
o Don't let the engine idle longer than
necessary. If you are waiting (and not in
traffic), turn off your engine and restart
only when you're ready to go.
o Remember, your Hyundai does not re-
quire extended warm-up. After the en-
gine has started, allow the engine to run
for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the
vehicle in gear. In very cold weather,
however, give your engine a slightly
longer warm-up period.
o Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine.
Lugging is driving too slowly in too high
a gear resulting in the engine bucking.
If this happens, shift to a lower gear.
Over-revving is racing the engine be-
yond its safe limit. This can be avoided
by shifting at the recommended speeds.
o Use your air conditioning sparingly. The
air conditioning system is operated by
engine power so your fuel economy is
reduced when you use it.
SMOOTH CORNERINGC150A01A-AATAvoid braking or gear changing in corners,
especially when roads are wet. Ideally,
corners should always be taken under
gentle acceleration. If you follow these
suggestions, tire wear will be held to a
minimum.

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USE OF LIGHTSC180A01A-AATCheck your lights regularly for correct op-
eration and always keep them clean. When
driving during the day in conditions of poor
visibility, it is helpful to drive with head-
lights on low beam. This enables you to be
seen as well as to see.
C160J01A-AATDon't Let Ice and Snow Accumulate
UnderneathUnder some conditions, snow and ice can
build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in severe
winter conditions where this may happen,
you should periodically check underneath
the car to be sure the movement of the front
wheels and the steering components is
not obstructed.C160K01A-AATCarry Emergency EquipmentDepending on the severity of the weather
where you drive your car, you should carry
appropriate emergency equipment. Some
of the items you may want to carry include
tire chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight,
emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper
cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground
cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
HIGHER SPEED MOTORINGC170A01A-AATPre-Trip Inspections1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to speci-
fication. Low tire inflation pressures will
result in overheating and possible failure
of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which
may result in reduced traction or tire fail-
ure.NOTE:Never exceed the maximum tire infla-
tion pressure shown on the tires.
2. Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil:
High speed travel consumes more fuel
than urban motoring. Do not forget to check
both engine coolant and engine oil.
3. Drive belt:
A loose or damaged drive belt may result
in overheating of the engine.

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lbs(kg)
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Tongue
200 (90)
- With Brake
Without BrakeMaximum Towable Weight
Trailer
2000 (900)
1000 (450)
CAUTION:
The following specifications are recom-
mended when towing a trailer. The loaded
trailer weight cannot safely exceed the
values in the chart below.
WARNING:
o Improperly loading your vehicle and
trailer can seriously affect its steer-
ing and braking performance causing
a crash which could cause serious
injury or death.
o Towing a trailer affects vehicle han-
dling and braking.
o Drive more slowly when towing a trailer
and allow more distance when brak-
ing.
o Be careful when driving in slippery
and windy conditions.
o Be careful when turning and while
driving up and down hills. 3. The front or rear axle weight must not
exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) shown on the vehicle identi-
fication plate (see page 8-2). It is pos-
sible that your towing package does
not exceed the GVWR but exceeds
the GAWR. Improper trailer loading
and/or too much luggage in the trunk
can overload the rear axle. Redistrib-
ute the load and check the axle weight
again.
C190F01TG-AATTrailer or Vehicle Towing Tips1. Before towing, check hitch and safety
chain connections as well as proper
operation of the trailer running lights,
brake lights, and turn signals.
2. Always drive your vehicle at a moder-
ate speed. (Less than 60 mph)
3. Trailer towing requires more fuel than
normal conditions.
4. To maintain engine braking efficiency
and electrical charging performance,
do not tow a trailer with the transaxle
engaged in overdrive gear.
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 tire pressure can seriously affect
the handling. Also check the spare tire.
7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more
affected by crosswind and buffeting.
When being passed by a large vehicle,
keep a constant speed and steer
straight ahead. If there is too much
wind buffeting, slow down to get out of
the other vehicle's air turbulence.