2006 Hyundai Matrix tow

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OWNER MAINTENANCE
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HGK256
3. Clean around the base of the plug to be removed, and install the plug socket ensuring that the ceramic insulator does not become dam- aged. Turn the socket counterclock-wise to remove the plug.
CAUTION:
Sparking plugs must only be cleaned using purpose designed equipment. Wire brushing may dam-age the centre electrode insulator causing misfiring to occur. Only the correct grade of sparking plugshould be used. Use of an incorrect grade may result in serious engine damage.
! Prior to installing a sparking plug, the
gap between the centre and outer elec- trodes must be checked and adjustedas necessary.
Adjustment is facilitated by bending
the outer electrode towards or away from the centre electrode. Under no circumstances should attempts bemade to adjust the position of the centre electrode.
4. Insert the sparking plug into the cylinder head and using a suitable plug socket, slowly rotate the spark-ing plug, (being careful not to cross- thread) until the plug contacts the seating area. Tighten the plug with plug socket by a further 1/2 to 3/4 of a furn only.
HGK257
5. Replace the plug lead ensuring thatthe cap is pushed firmly into place. Confirm that the cap is correctlyseated by lightly pulling upon it.
NOTE: When replacing the spark plug, al- ways use the genuine parts recom- mended. Recommended Spark PlugsHGK258
CHAMPION NGK RC10YC4
BKR5ES-11

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
3CATALYTIC CONVERTER
SH020A1-E
Catalytic Convertor Operation Precautions ; For a petrol engine
HFC505
Hyundai Matrix models are fitted with
catalytic convertors which require spe- cial operating considerations. The cata- lytic convertor serves to oxidize cer-tain noxious elements of the exhaust gases leaving the engine to reduce the level of pollutants emitted from thevehicle and, provided that care is ex- ercised to prevent damage, the cata- lyst will operate efficiently for the lifeof the vehicle.
Catalytic Converter It is of the utmost importance that the
following information is read and un- derstood by the vehicle operator in order to prevent operational problems arising from damage to the catalyst.
Damage to the catalyst will result if
contamination occurs through the useof leaded fuel. Whilst the vehicle isfitted with a reduced diameter filler neck to prevent charging of the fuel tank with a leaded fuel pump nozzle, itis possible that the use of funnels or jerry cans will permit leaded fuel to be introduced into the fuel tank.
The catalyst is intolerant of unburnt
fuel and therefore if an engine misfirecondition exists, damage to the cata- lyst will occur. It is imperative that if a misfire condition develops, the ve-hicle is immediately presented to a Hyundai authorised repairer for rectifi- cation. Similarly, the practice of cer-tain ignition system diagnosis proce- dures which involve inducing a misfire (cylinder power balance tests for ex-ample) may result in catalyst damage. For these reasons, it is advisable thatthe exhaust gas emission be tested ateach routine service with a gas ana- lyzer having a Hydrocarbon measuring facility to ensure continued reliabilityof the catalyst.Push or tow starting of the vehicle is tobe avoided since unburnt fuel may beenter the catalyst and result in dam- age. (Note, it is impossible to push or tow start a Hyundai model equippedwith fuel injection since the fuel pump safety interlock will prevent the pump from operating under these conditions).Operation of the catalyst involves ex-tremely high temperatures being at-tained within the catalytic convertor, and although the convertor is fitted with heat shields, it is important thatthe vehicle is not parked over combus- tible or volatile material which may result in fire. If the above precautions are not ad- hered to and the catalyst becomes inoperative, the resultant increase incore temperature will result in a "melt down" where the catalyst core will melt and subsequently may block the ex-haust system.

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A ACCESSORY TRAY ................................................. 1-67
AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH.................................. 1-82
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ....... 6-25
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT REPLACEMENT .............6-16
ANTENNA ................................................................. 1-95
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) .......................2-14
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM .................................. 1-8
ASHTRAY ................................................................. 1-61
AUTO FUEL CUT SWITCH ....................................... 1-75
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE .......................................2-10
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID ........................... 6-20
B BATTERY MAINTENANCE .......................................6-30
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ............................ 2-3
BLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM .............................. 6-32
BONNET RELEASE .................................................. 1-70
BRAKE PEDAL FREEPLAY .....................................6-27
BRAKE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (BTCS) .... 2-14
BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKING.................................. 6-22
C
CARE OF SEAT BELTS .... .......................................1-20
CARGO AREA COVER ............................................. 1-74
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................. 7-3
CENTRE VENTILATOR ............................................. 1-76
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKS ......... .................................. 1-7
CHANGING A FLAT TYRE ......................................... 3-7
CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLU ID .............................6-24CHILD-PROOF REAR DOOR LOCK
........................... 1-7
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM ................................... 1-24
CIGAR LIGHTER ....................................................... 1-60
CLUTCH PEDAL FREEPLAY ....................................6-27
COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING LOCK
............................................................................. 2-3
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE ........................1-49
D DAILY OPERATING CHECKS .................................... 6-5
DIGITAL CLOCK ....................................................... 1-59
DOOR LOCKS ............................................................. 1-5
DOOR WINDOWS ..................................................... 1-11
DRINK HOLDER ........................................................ 1-61
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................... 6-28
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY ....... .................................2-18
E EFFECTIVE BRAKING ............................................. 2-17
ELECTRIC COOLING FANS ..................................... 6-31
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) ...........2-16
EMERGENCY TOWING ............................................ 3-14
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ................................. 7-2
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....... ................................... 6-2
ENGINE COOLANT CHECKING AND REPLACING . 6-12
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER REPLACEMENT .............. 6-8
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION .................................... 6-8
ENGINE OIL REPLENISHMENT ................................. 6-7
ENGINE OIL ................................................................ 6-5 EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR ........................... 1-67

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INDEX
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F FOLDING REAR SEATBACK AND SEAT CUSHION ....1-16
FOLD-UP TRAY ........................................................ 1-70
FRONT FOG LI GHT SWITCH ................................... 1-58
FUEL ECONOMY ........................................................ 2-7
FUEL GAUGE ........................................................... 1-49
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS ...................................... 1-2
FUSE PANEL D ESCRIPTION................................... 6-39
FUSIBLE LINKS ........................................................ 6-29
GGLOVE BOX ............................................................. 1-67
H HATCHBACK DOOR ................................................. 1-72
HAZARD WARNING SYST EM ..................................1-57
HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTEMENT ..................... 6-34
HEADLIGHT BULB ................................................... 6-36
HEADLIGHT LEVELING DEVICE SYSTEM ............. 1-59
HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT .................1-13, 1-16
HEATED REAR WINDOW ......................................... 1-57
HEATING CONTROL ................................................. 1-80
HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELT
........................................................................... 1-20
HORN ........................................................................ 1-75I
IF THE ENGINE CANNOT BE CRANKED
.................. 3-2
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START ........................... 3-2
IF THE EVENT OF A PUNCTURE ............................. 3-7
IF YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE TOWED ....................3-12
IMMOBILISER SYSTEM ............................................. 1-4
INDIVIDUAL CIRCUIT FUSES .................................. 6-29
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATORS.......... 1-40
INTERIOR LIGHT ...................................................... 1-65
INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR ............................. 1-69
J JUMP STAR TING ....................................................... 3-3
K KEY POSITIONS ........................................................ 2-4
L LIGHTING SWITCH ................................................... 1-54
LUGGAGE NET ......................................................... 1-73
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT .........................1-14

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INDEX
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T
TOWING ATTACHMENTS . .......................................2-22
TRAILER AND CARAVAN TOWING .........................2-21
TRIP COMPUTER ..................................................... 1-52
TYPE PRESSURES .................................................... 8-3
TYRE BALANCING ..................................................... 8-4
TYRE CHAINS ............................................................ 8-3
TYRE REPLACEMENT ............................................... 8-5
TYRE ROTATION ....................................................... 8-4
UUNDER TRAY ........................................................... 1-15
V VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ........................ 8-2
W
WHEEL REPLACEMENT ............................................ 8-5
WINDSCREEN WASHER OPERATION ....................1-56
WINDSCREEN WASHER RESERVOIR REPLENISHMENT ................................................ 6-18
WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES ............................. 6-16
WINDSCREEN WIPER/WASHER SWITCH ..............1-55
WINTER MOTORING ................................................ 2-19