2008 Hyundai Santa Fe lock

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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!HIGHER SPEED MOTORINGC170A02A-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.
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.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.
WARNING:
o Underinflated or overinflated tires can
cause poor handling, loss of vehicle
control, and sudden tire failure lead-
ing to accidents, injuries, and even
death. Always check tires are prop-
erly inflated before driving. Refer to
pages 2-31 and 8-3 for proper tire
pressures and further information.
C160H02A-AATUse Approved Window Washer Anti-
Freeze in SystemTo keep the water in the window washer
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the con-
tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is avail-
able from Hyundai dealers and most auto
parts outlets. Do not use engine coolant or
other types of anti-freeze as these may
damage the paint finish.C160I01A-AATDon't Let Your Parking Brake FreezeUnder some conditions your parking brake
can freeze in the engaged position. This is
most likely to happen when there is an
accumulation of snow or ice around or
near the rear brakes or if the brakes are
wet. If there is a risk the parking brake may
freeze, apply it only temporarily while you
put the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-
matic) or in first or reverse gear (manual
transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the
car cannot roll. Then release the parking
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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3. Turn the wheel nut wrench counter-
clockwise until the spare tire reaches
the ground.
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4. Pull out the spare tire and remove the
retainer from the center of spare tire.
D040B01CM-AATHandling the Spare Tire
To remove the spare tire
1. Open the tail gate.
2. Remove the mounting bolt cover with
a screwdriver or coin.
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D060D01A-AAT3. Loosen Wheel Nuts
The wheel nuts should be loosened
slightly before raising the car. To loosen
the nuts, turn the wrench handle coun-
terclockwise. When doing this, be sure
that the socket is seated completely
over the nut so it cannot slip off. For
maximum leverage, position the wrench
so the handle is to the left as shown in
the drawing. Then, while holding the
wrench near the end of the handle, push
down on it with steady pressure. Do not
remove the nuts at this time. Just
loosen them about one-half turn.
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D060C02A-AAT2. Block the Wheel
Block the wheel that is diagonally oppo-
site from the flat to keep the vehicle
from rolling when the vehicle is raised
on the jack.
1VQA4023Flat tire
Remove the spare tire and remove the
jack and tool bag from the luggage
compartment.
NOTE:
The spare tire is located underneath
the car.D060B02O-AAT1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYD060E01A-AAT4. Put the Jack in Place
The base of the jack should be placed
on firm, level ground. The jack should
be positioned as shown in the drawing.
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5. Raising the vehicle
After inserting the wrench bar into the
wheel nut wrench, install the wrench bar
into the jack as shown in the drawing.
To raise the vehicle, turn the wheel nut
wrench clockwise. As the jack begins
to raise the vehicle, double check that
it is properly positioned and will not slip.
If the jack is on soft ground or sand,
place a board, brick, flat stone or other
object under the base of the jack to
keep it from sinking.
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Wrench bar
Wheel nut
wrench
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Raise the car high enough so that the
fully inflated spare tire can be installed.
To do this, you will need more ground
clearance than is required to remove
the flat tire.
WARNING:
Do not get under the vehicle when it
is supported by the jack! This is very
dangerous as the vehicle could fall
and cause serious injury or death.
No one should stay in the vehicle
while the jack is being used.

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYD060H02O-AAT7. Reinstall Wheel Nuts
To reinstall the wheel, hold it on the
studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs
and tighten them finger tight. The nuts
should be installed with their small di-
ameter ends directed inward. Jiggle the
tire to be sure it is completely seated,
then tighten the nuts as much as pos-
sible with your fingers again.
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8. Lower Vehicle and Tighten Nuts
Lower the car to the ground by turning
the wheel nut wrench counterclock-
wise.
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Then position the wrench as shown in
the drawing and tighten the wheel nuts.
Be sure the socket is seated com-
pletely over the nut. Do not stand on the
wrench handle or use an extension pipe
over the wrench handle.
Go around the wheel tightening every
other nut until they are all tight. Then
double-check each nut for tightness.
After changing wheels, have a techni-
cian tighten the wheel nuts to their
proper torque as soon as possible.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
IF YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE
TOWEDD080A01CM-AATIf your vehicle has to be towed, it should be
done by your Hyundai dealer or a commer-
cial tow truck service. This will help assure
that your vehicle is not damaged in towing.
Also, professionals are generally aware of
local laws governing towing. In any case,
rather than risk damage to your car, it is
suggested that you show this information
to the tow truck operator. Be sure that a
safety chain system is used and that all
local laws are observed.
It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment with all the wheels off the
ground.
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CAUTION:
o Your vehicle can be damaged if towed
incorrectly!
o Be sure the transaxle is in neutral.
o When the engine will not start, be sure
the steering is unlocked by placing
the key in the "ACC" position.
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CAUTION:
o When towing the vehicle, take care
not to cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.
o Do not tow with a sling type truck as
this may cause damage to the bumper
or underbody of the vehicle.
D080B02O-GATTowing a 2 Wheel Drive Vehicle
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Your vehicle can be towed by a wheel lift
type truck (1), (2) or flatbed equipment (3).1)
2)
3)
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CAUTION:
A vehicle with an automatic transaxle
should never be towed from the rear with
the front wheels on the ground. This can
cause serious damage to the transaxle.
D080B01CM-AATTowing a 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle
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When towing a AWD vehicle, it must be
towed by lifting all 4 wheels or using the
towing dolly. 3) It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with all the wheels off the ground. 1) If the vehicle is being towed with the rear
wheels on the ground, be sure the park-
ing brake is released.
NOTE:Before towing, check the level of the
automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below
the 75°C range on the dipstick, add fluid.
If you cannot add fluid, a towing dolly
must be used.
2) If any of the loaded wheels or suspen-
sion components are damaged or the
vehicle is being towed with the front
wheels on the ground, use a towing
dolly under the front wheels.
o Manual Transaxle:
If you do not use a towing dolly, place
the ignition key in the "ACC" position
and put the transaxle in "N (Neutral)".
CAUTION:
Do not tow with the key removed or in the
"LOCK" position when towing from the
rear without a towing dolly.
o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
CAUTION:
o The AWD vehicle should never be
towed with the wheels on the ground.
This can cause serious damage to the
transaxle or the AWD system.
o When towing the vehicle, take care
not to cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.
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o Do not tow with a sling type truck as
this may cause damage to the bumper
or underbody of the vehicle.For emergency towing when no commer-
cial tow vehicle is available. Do not attempt
to tow your vehicle in this manner on any
unpaved surface.
This could result in serious damage to your
car. Nor should towing be attempted if the
wheels, drive train, axles, steering or
brakes are damaged. Before towing, be
sure the transaxle is in neutral and the key
is in "ACC" (with the engine off) or in the
"ON" position (with the engine running). A
driver must be in the towed car to steer it
and operate the brakes.
When using the rear towing hook
(1)To open the towing cover push it with
your finger.
(2)To mount the towing hook, rotate it clock-
wise.
D080D01CM-AATEmergency Towing
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Towing Hooks
CAUTION
It should be tightened firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the
towing hole. Towing hook is located in the
luggage compartment.
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Towing Hook