2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
CORROSION PREVENTION & APPEARANCE CARE
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS &
BINDING ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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1. Multi-Function Light Switch
2. Instrument Cluster
3. Horn and Driver's Airbag
4. Trip Switch / Trip Computer Switch (If installed)
5. Ignition Switch
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
7. Hazard Warning Light Switch
8. Digital Clock
9. Passenger Airbag OFF Indicator Light
10.Rear Window Defroster Switch
11.Audio System (If installed)
12.Passenger's Airbag13.Front Fog Light Switch (If installed)
14.Hood Release Lever
15.Panel Brightness Control Knob (Rheostat Switch)
16.Traction Control System Switch (If installed)
17.Cruise Control Switch (If installed)
18.Steering Wheel Tilt Lever
19.Ashtray
20.Parking Brake Lever
21.Shift Lever
22.Power Outlet
23.Cigarette Lighter
24.Heating/Air Conditioning Control Panel (If installed)
25.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 GLANCEB255A03O-AATINDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER* More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-48.
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level
Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
Tail Gate Open Warning LightDoor Ajar Warning Light and Chime
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Malfunction Indicator Light Seat Belt Reminder Light and Chime
Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
Cruise Indicator Light (If installed)
ABS Service Reminder Indicator (If installed)4WD System Warning Light (If installed)
Traction Control Indicator Lights (If installed)
Cruise SET Indicator Light (If installed)
Front Fog Indicator Light (If installed)

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Fuel Recommendations ................................................ 1-2
Breaking in Your New Hyundai ..................................... 1-3
Keys.............................................................................. 1-3
Door Locks ................................................................... 1-4
Theft-Alarm System ...................................................... 1-8
Power Windows..........................................................1-11
Seats...........................................................................1-12
Seat Belts....................................................................1-19
Child Restraint System ...............................................1-26
Advanced Supplemental Restraint (AIRBAG)
System (SRS) ...........................................................1-34
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights...................... 1-46
Warning and Indicator Lights......................................1-48
Trip Computer.............................................................1-55
Multi-Function Light Switch .........................................1-57
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch...............................1-60
Sunroof.......................................................................1-69
Mirror...........................................................................1-73
Hood Release .............................................................1-85
Cruise Control.............................................................1-89
Heating and Cooling Control .......................................1-92
Stereo Sound System...............................................1-109
Audio System............................................................1-111
Antenna.....................................................................1-138
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI2
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION:
Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty may not cover damage to the fuel
system and any performance problems that
are caused by the use of fuels containing
methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight.)
B010B01A-AATWhat About Gasohol?Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline
and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be used
in your Hyundai. However, if your engine devel-
ops driveability problems, the use of 100%
unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with
unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols
other than ethanol, should not be used.
B010A04A-AATUse Unleaded GasolineUnleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane
Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher must be used in your Hyundai.
B010C01A-AATUse of MTBEHyundai recommends that fuels containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) should not
be used in your Hyundai.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen
Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle per-
formance and produce vapor lock or hard
starting.
B010D01A-AATDo Not Use MethanolFuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should
not be used in your Hyundai. This type of fuel
can reduce vehicle performance and damage
components of the fuel system.
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UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
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CAUTION:
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o The fuel cap must be tightened until cap
clicks, otherwise " " light will
illuminate.

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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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KEYS
BREAKING IN YOUR NEW HYUNDAI
B010F01A-AATOperation in Foreign CountriesIf you are going to drive your Hyundai in another
country, be sure to:
o Observe all regulations regarding registra-
tion and insurance.
o Determine that acceptable fuel is available.B010E01A-AATGasolines for Cleaner AirTo help contribute to cleaner air, Hyundai rec-
ommends that you use gasolines treated with
detergent additives, which help prevent deposit
formation in the engine. These gasolines will
help the engine run cleaner and enhance per-
formance of the Emission Control System.
B020A01S-AATDuring the First 1,200 Miles (2,000 Km)No formal "break-in" procedure is required with
your new Hyundai. However, you can contrib-
ute to the economical operation and durability of
your Hyundai by observing the following recom-
mendations during the first 1,200 miles (2,000
km).
o Don't drive faster than 55 MPH (88 km/h).
o While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm,
or revolutions per minute) between 2,000
rpm and 4,000 rpm.
o Use moderate acceleration. Don't start
quickly or depress the accelerator pedal
fully.
o For the first 200 miles (300 km), try to avoid
hard stops.
o Don't lug the engine (in other words, don't
drive so slowly in too high a gear that the
engine "bucks"-shift to a lower gear).
o Whether going fast or slow, vary your speed
from time to time.
o Don't let the engine idle longer than 3 minutes
at one time.
o Don't tow a trailer during the first 1,200 miles
(2,000 km) of operation.
B030A01A-AAT
B030A01HRFor greater convenience, the same key oper-
ates all the locks in your Hyundai. However,
because the doors can be locked without a key,
carrying a spare key is recommended in case
you accidentally lock one key inside the car.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI4
DOOR LOCKS!
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B030C01JM-AATILLUMINATED IGNITION SWITCH
(If installed)Whenever either front door is opened, the igni-
tion switch will be illuminated for your conve-
nience, provided the ignition switch is not in the
"ON" position.
The light will go off approximately 10 seconds
after closing the door or when the ignition switch
is turned on.
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WARNING:
o Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Be-
fore you drive away (especially if there
are children in the car), be sure that all the
doors are securely closed and locked so
that the doors cannot be opened from
the inside. This helps ensure that the
doors will not be opened accidentally.
Also, when combined with the proper
use of seat belts, locking the doors helps
keep occupants from being ejected from
the car in case of an accident.
o Before opening the door, always look for
and avoid oncoming traffic.
o In case of accident, the door is unlocked
automatically (If installed).
B030B01A-AATRecord Your Key NumberA code number is stamped on the number plate
that came with the keys to your Hyundai. This
key number plate should not be left with the keys
but kept in a safe place, not in the vehicle. The
key number should also be recorded in a place
where it can be found in an emergency.
If you need additional keys, or if you should lose
your keys, your authorized Hyundai dealer can
make new keys if you can supply the key
number.
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