2008 Hyundai Sonata Owner's Manual

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o Press (right arrow) to select the next disc.
Hold the button to fast-forward through the
remaining discs.
Display descriptionThere are six CD slots in the audio system. When
a disc is loaded into a particular slot (1- 6), the
number of a loaded slot is displayed by a circle
to indicate the currently selected CD.4. TRACK UP/DOWNo Press (down arrow) to revert to the previ-
ous track of the current disc. If the beginning
of the disc is reached, the CD player seeks
to the beginning of the last track on the
current disc and begins playing. Pressing
the down arrow will revert to the beginning
of the current song if play has advanced
beyond 3 s.
o Press (up arrow) to advance to the next
track of the current disc. After the last track
has been completed, the first track of the
current disc will automatically replay.5. SCAN ButtonPress the SCAN button to hear a short sampling
of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a
forward direction, wrapping back to the first
track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a
particular selection, press the button again.
6. CD EJECTo Press the EJ button to stop and eject a CD.
If a CD is ejected and not removed, the player
will automatically reload the CD. The CD-IN LED
will blink while the disc is ejecting. This feature
may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF.Auto ejecto Press and momentarily hold the EJ button to
engage auto eject. All CDs which are present
in the player will be ejected one at a time. If
a CD is ejected and not removed, the player
will automatically reload the CD. This feature
may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF.7. FF/REVo Press and hold the FF button until the desired
selection is reached. The FF Rate will in-
crease after advancing the track about 10
s. A beep will be heard when the rate
changes. If the end of the disc is reached,
the CD will return to the first track on the first
disc. Release the button to disengage fast
forward mode. When in fast forward mode,
your audio system will automatically lower
the volume level of the playing media.o Press and hold the REV button until the
desired selecion is reached. The REV Rate
will increase after reversing the track about
10 s. A beep will be heard when the rate
changes. If the beginning of the disc is
reached, the CD will begin play at the first
track. Release the button to disengage re-
verse mode. When in reverse mode, your
audio system will automatically lower the
volume level of the playing media.
8. REPEAT(RPT)When engaged, the repeat feature has four
different modes: RPT Track, RPT DIR(MP3 only),
RPT DISC, RPT OFF.
RPT Track will continuously play the current
track selected. RPT DIR will continuously play
the current MP3 directory, and RPT DISC will
continuously play the current DISC.
o Press the RPT control until the desired repeat
mode is displayed. The audio system will
then engage the desired repeat mode.

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RANDOM(RND)When engaged, the random feature has three
different modes: Random Disc, Random Di-
rectory (MP3 only), and Random Off.
RANDOM DISC randomly plays tracks from
the disc presently in the audio system. RAN-
DOM DIRECTORY plays all the tracks on the
current MP3 directory in random order.
o Press the RND control until the desired
shuffle mode is displayed. The audio sys-
tem will then engage the desired random
mode.9. CHANGE DIRECTORY(DIR)Press DIR control to change MP3 directories.10. MP3 TEXT modeEach press of the TEXT button will advance
through the following MP3 track information:
1) Song Title
2) Artist Name
3) Album Name
4) Filename
5) Directory Name
6) Number of tracks on the current disc
Rotate the AUDIO-SEL knob to view additional
characters.
11. Adjustment Mode Select KnobPressing the AUDIO SEL knob will initiate Audio
Mode. Each subsequent press will select the
next adjustment in the following order.
1) EQ select
The EQ select control allows you to select
one of the five EQ modes: OFF, CLASSICAL,
POP, ROCK, and JAZZ by rotating the AUDIO
SEL knob. Radio and CD have independent
EQ settings.
2) Bass adjust
The bass adjust control allows you to in-
crease or decrease the audio system's bass
output. Rotate the AUDIO SEL knob to change
the bass setting.
3) Midrange adjust
The midrange adjust control allows you to
increase or decrease the audio system's
midrange output. Rotate the AUDIO SEL
knob to change the midrange setting.
4) Treble adjust
The treble adjust control allows you to in-
crease or decrease the audio system's
treble output. Rotate the AUDIO SEL knob to
change the treble setting.
5) Speaker balance adjust
Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted
between the right and left speakers by
rotating the AUDIO SEL knob.6) Speaker fade adjust
Speaker sound can be adjusted between
the front and rear speakers by rotating the
AUDIO SEL knob.
NOTE:o To assure proper operation of the unit,
keep the vehicle interior temperature
within a normal range by using the
vehicle's air conditioning or heating
system.
o When replacing the fuse, replace it
with a fuse having the correct capacity.
o This equipment is designed to be used
only in a 12 volt DC battery system with
negative ground.
o This unit is made of precision parts. Do
not attempt to disassemble or adjust
any parts.
o When driving your vehicle, be sure to
keep the volume of the unit set low
enough to allow you to hear sounds
coming from the outside.
o Do not expose this equipment (includ-
ing the speakers) to water or exces-
sive moisture.

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CAUTION:
o Do not insert warped or poor quality
discs into the CD player as damage to
the unit may occur.
o Do not insert anything like coins into the
player slot as damage to the unit may
occur.
o Do not place beverages close to the
audio system. The playback mecha-
nism may be damaged if you spill them.
o Do not impact or strike the audio sys-
tem, or the playback mechanism could
be damaged.
o Driving off-road or other vibrations may
skip your compact disc. Do not use the
audio system off-road as the discs could
be scratched and damaged.
o Do not grip or pull out the disc with your
hand while the disc is being pulled into
the unit by the self loading mechanism.
These can cause disc scratching to oc-
cur or damage the compact disc player.
o Avoid using CD-Recordable or CD
Rewritable to ensure proper operation.
When using the compact disc player,
professionally recorded CDs are recom-
mended.

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V480E01NF-AATXM RADIO OPERATION (V480S) (If Installed)
SCDXM_CALLOUTS_02
7. Info Button 1. XM Band Select
3. Tune/Enter Select Knob 2. SEEK Operation4. SCAN Button
5. PRESET STATION SELECT Buttons6. Category Select

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V480F01NF-AAT1. XM Band SelectThis control allows you to select XM bands.
Press the button to enter XM from any other
mode. Press the button to select between XM1,
XM2 and XM3.2. Seek Operationo Press ( down arrow) to find the next
valid station down the XM band. The display
will cycle once through the Channel, Title,
Name and Category for the selected channel
o Press ( up arrow) to find the next
valid station up the XM band. The display will
cycle once through the Channel, Title, Name
and Category for the selected channel.
o Press and hold either the down arrow or up
arrow to tune down or up at a fast rate. The
display will show the Channel Name and Num-
ber while tuning at the fast rate.3. Tune/Enter-Select KnobRotate clockwise or counterclockwise to pre-
view the channel names and numbers above or
below the currently tuned station. Press the
knob to select the currently previewed channel.
4. Scan Button1) Channel Scan
Press the SCAN button to hear a brief sampling
of all valid stations on the XM band. Press the
SCAN button again to stop the scan mode.
2) Preset Scan
Press and hold the SCAN button to hear a brief
sampling of the stations stored in the current XM
band presets. Press the SCAN button again to
stop the scan mode.5. Preset Station Select ButtonsThe radio is equipped with six preset station
memory controls. These buttons can be used to
select up to 18 preset XM stations (six in XM1,
six in XM2, six in XM3).Setting memory preset stationso Select the XM band with the XM selector.
Press the XM selector to toggle between
XM1, XM2, or XM3.
o Select a station using the seek or tune
operations.
o Press and hold a memory preset control. You
will hear a beep and the station is held in
memory on the control you selected.
6. Category SelectPress the Category Select Buttons to select
stations based on Categories.
Press the CAT (up arow) or CAT (down
arrow) to scroll through the list of categories.
Use the Select Knob, Seek Up/Down arrows, or
SCAN button while the category name is dis-
played to select, seek, or scan within that
category.7. Info ButtonThe Info Button is used to temporarily display
information associated with the current station.
Press the Info to select between the Title, Name
and Category information for the current sta-
tion.8. Radio IDSeek or Tune to XM channel 0 to display the
Radio ID.

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous! ............................ 2-2
Before Starting the Engine ............................................ 2-3
Key Positions ................................................................ 2-3
Starting .........................................................................2-5
Operating the Manual Transaxle .................................. 2-6
Automatic Transaxle ..................................................... 2-8
Power Adjustable Pedals.............................................2-12
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................2-12
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System ..................2-13
Good Braking Practices..............................................2-15
Driving for Economy ....................................................2-16
Smooth Cornering........................................................2-17
Winter Driving..............................................................2-17
Trailer or Vehicle Towing .............................................2-20
Vehicle Load Limit........................................................2-23
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WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
C010A03A-AATEngine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately.
o Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
o Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change
in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the car, have the exhaust system checked
as soon as possible by your Hyundai dealer.
o Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the engine in your garage
any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the car out.
o Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the car.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the car, be sure to do so only in an open area with the air
intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
If you must drive with the trunk lid open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the windshield are kept clear
of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.
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PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings
in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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BEFORE STARTING
THE ENGINEC020A02A-AATBefore you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other
indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the
parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors
are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to
be sure they are in their proper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all
other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are
not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON",
check that all appropriate warning lights are
operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10. Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the "ON" position.
TO START THE ENGINEC030A01E-AATCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCHo If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual
transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and
depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle,
place the shift lever in "P" (park).
o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and
turn it to the "START" position. Release it as
soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the
key in the "START" position for more than 15
seconds.NOTE:o For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully
(Manual Transaxle) or the shift lever is
not in "P" or "N" Position (Automatic
Transaxle).
o The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal
is disconnected from the battery. To
remove the key, always confirm that the
shift lever is securely positioned in "P"
(Park) (For Automatic Transaxle).
o For additional information about start-
ing, see page 2-5.
WARNING:
o All passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving. Refer to
pages: 1-21 through 1-28 for more infor-
mation on their proper use.
o Always check the surrounding areas near
your vehicle for people, especially chil-
dren, before putting a car into 'drive.'
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WARNING:
Always wear appropriate shoes when oper-
ating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots,
etc.) may interfere with your
ability to use the brake and accelerator
pedal, and the clutch (if installed).