2009 HYUNDAI TUCSON Owners Manual

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI14
!
WARNING:
Riding with a reclined seatback in-
creases your chance of serious or fatal
injuries in the event of a collision or
sudden stop. The protection of your
restraint system (seat belts and airbags)
is greatly reduced by reclining your seat.
Seat belts must be snug against your
hips and chest to work properly. The
more the seatback is reclined, the greater
the chance that an occupant's hips will
slide under the lap belt or the occupant's
neck will strike the shoulder belt. Driv-
ers and passengers should always sit
well back in their seats, properly belted,
and with the seatbacks upright.
B080D02JM-AATAdjustable HeadrestsHeadrests are designed to help reduce
the risk of neck injuries.
To raise the headrest, pull it up. To lower
the headrest, push it down while pressing
the lock knob. To remove the headrest,
raise it as far as it can go then press the lock
knob while pulling upward. This should
only be done when the seat is not occu-
pied.
HJM2044
Lock Knob
Now lean back until the desired seatback
angle is achieved. To lock the seatback
into position, release the recliner control
lever.
B080E01JM-GATForward and backward adjustment
(if installed)The headrest may be adjusted forward to
three different positions by pulling the
headrest forward. To adjust the headrest
backward, pull it fully forward to the farthest
position and release it. Adjust the headrest
so that it properly supports the head and
neck.
HJM2045-2

1
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
15
B080F02A-AATSeat Cushion Height Adjustment
(Driver's Seat Only) (If Installed)To change the height of the seat cushion,
rotate the knob located on the outside of
the seat cushion.
OJM019003
!
B080D01JM
WARNING:
o For maximum effectiveness in case
of an accident the headrest should be
adjusted so the middle of the head-
rest is at the same height as the top of
the occupant's eyes. For this reason,
the use of a cushion that holds the
body away from the seatback is not
recommended.
o Do not operate vehicle with the head-
rests removed as injury to the occu-
pants may occur in the event of an
accident. Headrests may provide pro-
tection against neck injuries when
properly adjusted.
o Do not adjust the headrest hejght while
the vehicle is in motion.
B083D01NF-AATActive Headrests (If Installed)The active headrest is designed to move
forward and upward during a rear impact.
This helps to prevent the driver's and front
passenger's head from moving backward
and thus helps prevent neck injuries.
HNF2041-1

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI16
!
WARNING:
It is recommended that the seat heater
not be used when elderly people or people
who are ill occupy the seat. Also, do not
use the seat warmer if the occupant is
sleeping.
B100A02JM-AATSEAT WARMER (If installed)
HJM2042
The seat warmer is provided to warm the
front seats during cold weather. With the
ignition key in the "ON" position, push
either of the switches to warm the driver's
seat or the passenger's seat.
During mild weather or under conditions
where the operation of the seat warmer is
not needed, keep the switches in the "OFF"
position.NOTE:o The seat warmer will not operate if the
ambient temperature is higher than
82.4°F ± 6.3°F (28°C ± 3.5°C).
o If the seat warmer doesn't work when
ambient temperature is lower than
75.2°F (24°C), it should be checked at
an authorized dealer.
B080E01F-AATLumbar Support Control
(Driver's seat only) (If Installed)The driver's seat is equipped with adjust-
able lumbar support.
To increase the amount of lumbar support,
pull the lever forward.
To decrease it, push the lever toward the
rear.
SOFTOJM019004
FIRM

1
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
17
B085A01JM-GATREAR SEAT
Adjusting Seatback AngleTo recline the seatback, pull the seatback
folding lever and release it after the de-
sired seatback angle is achieved.
When you recline the seatback to desired
position, always be sure it has locked into
position.
OJM019005
Seatback
folding lever
!
OJM019006 B085B02JM-AAT
Folding Rear SeatbackFor convenience, the seatbacks and seat
cushions may be folded down and up.
CAUTION:
When reclining the seatback, you should
adjust the seatback folding lever while
standing.1. Pull the seatback folding lever then
push down the seatback.
2. Be sure it has locked into position to
listen an audible "Click".
HJM2048
!
NOTE:o Before folding the seatback, place
the rear seat belt buckles in the buckle
pouch on the seatback. This will pre-
vent the seat belt buckles from be-
coming covered by the seat cushion
when it is returned to the seating po-
sition.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to overload seatback.
Overloading may cause damage the
seatback.
3. To return the seatback to its normal
position, pull the seatback folding lever
and reverse the above procedure.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI18
!
!
o When you return the seatback to its
upright position, always be sure it is
locked into position by pulling and push-
ing on the top of the seatback.
WARNING:
o The purpose of the fold-down rear
seat back is to allow you to carry
larger items than could otherwise be
accommodated. Never allow passen-
gers to sit on the cargo area while the
car is moving. This is not a proper
seating position and no seat belts are
available for use when the seat back
is folded down.
This could result in serious injury or
death in case of an accident or a
sudden stop. Objects should not ex-
tend higher than the top of the front
seatbacks.
This could allow cargo to slide for-
ward and cause injury or damage
during sudden stops.
o When you return the rear seatback to
its upright position after being folded
down, be careful not to damage the
seatbelt webbing or buckle. In addi-
tion, do not allow the seatbelt webbing
or buckle to get caught or pinched in
the rear seat.o When you return the rear seatback to
its upright position, be sure it is locked
into position. Attempt to move it.
o Never attempt to fold or return seat
while the vehicle is moving.
WARNING:
!
B140A01B-AATREAR SEAT WARNINGFor the safety of all passengers, luggage
or other cargo should not be piled higher
than the top of the seatback.
B140A01JM

1
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
19
B150C02A-AATLarger ChildrenChildren who are too large for child re-
straint systems should always occupy the
rear seat and use the available lap/shoul-
der belts. The lap portion should be fas-
tened snug on the hips and as low as
possible. Check belt fit periodically. A
child's squirming could put the belt out of
position. Children are afforded the most
safety in the event of an accident when
they are restrained by a proper restraint
system in the rear seat. If a larger child
(over age 13) must be seated in the front
seat, the child should be securely re-
strained by the available lap/shoulder belt
and the seat should be placed in the
rearmost position. Children under the age
of 13 should be restrained securely in the
rear seat. NEVER place a child under the
age of 13 in the front seat. NEVER place a
rear facing child seat in the front seat of a
vehicle.B150D01A-AATPregnant WomenThe use of a seat belt is recommended for
pregnant women to lessen the chance of
injury in an accident. When a seat belt is
used, the lap belt portion should be placed
as low and snugly as possible on the hips,
not across the abdomen. For specific rec-
ommendations, consult a physician.
SEAT BELTSB150B04Y-AATInfant or Small ChildAll 50 states have child restraint laws. You
should be aware of the specific require-
ments in your state. Child and/or infant
safety seats must be properly placed and
installed in the rear seat. Information about
the use of these restraints begins on page
1-26.
!
B150A02S-AATSEAT BELT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:All occupants of the vehicle must wear
their seat belts at all times. Seat belts
and child restraints reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injuries for all occupants
in the event of a collision or sudden stop.
Without a seat belt, occupants could be
shifted too close to a deploying airbag,
strike the interior structure or be thrown
from the vehicle. Properly worn seat
belts greatly reduce these hazards. Even
with advanced airbags, unbelted occu-
pants can be severely injured by a de-
ploying airbag. Always follow the pre-
cautions about seat belts, airbags and
occupant safety contained in this
manual.
!
WARNING:
Every person in your vehicle needs to be
properly restrained at all times, includ-
ing infants and children. Never hold a
child in your arms or lap when riding in a
vehicle. The violent forces created dur-
ing a crash will tear the child from your
arms and throw the child against the
interior. Always use a child restraint
appropriate for your child's height and
weight, see page 1-26.NOTE:Small children are best protected from
injury in an accident when properly re-
strained in the rear seat by a child re-
straint system that meets the require-
ments of the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards. Before buying any
child restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
The restraint must be appropriate for
your child's height and weight. Check
the label on the child restraint for this
information. See page 1-26.

1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI20
WARNING:
Riding with a reclined seatback in-
creases your chance of serious or fatal
injuries in the event of a collision or
sudden stop. The protection of your
restraint system (seat belts and airbags)
is greatly reduced by reclining your seat.
Seat belts must be snug against your
hips and chest to work properly. The
more the seatback is reclined, the greater
the chance that an occupant's hips will
slide under the lap belt causing serious
internal injuries or the occupant's neck
could strike the shoulder belt. Drivers
and passengers should always sit well
back in their seats, properly belted (see
page 1-22), and with the seatbacks up-
right.
!
B150E01A-AATInjured PersonA seat belt should be used when an injured
person is being transported. When this is
necessary, you should consult a physician
for recommendations.B150F01A-AATOne Person Per BeltTwo people (including children) should
never attempt to use a single seat belt. This
could increase the severity of injuries in
case of an accident.B150G02A-AATDo Not Lie DownTo reduce the chance of injuries in the
event of an accident and to achieve maxi-
mum effectiveness of the restraint system,
all passengers should be sitting up and the
front seats should be in an upright position
when the car is moving. A seat belt cannot
provide proper protection if the person is
lying down in the rear seat or if the front seat
is in a reclined position.
!
B160A02A-AATCARE OF SEAT BELTSSeat belt systems should never be disas-
sembled or modified. In addition, care
should be taken to assure that seat belts
and belt hardware are not damaged by
seat hinges, doors or other abuse.
WARNING:
When you return the rear seatback to its
upright position after the rear seatback
was folded down, be careful not to dam-
age the seat belt webbing or buckle. Be
sure that the webbing or buckle does not
get caught or pinched in the rear seat. A
seat belt with damaged webbing or buckle
will not be as strong and could possibly
fail during a collision or sudden stop,
resulting in serious injury.B160B01A-AATPeriodic InspectionIt is recommended that all seat belts be
inspected periodically for wear or damage
of any kind. Parts of the system that are
damaged should be replaced as soon as
possible.

1
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
21
!
WARNING:
o Verify the shoulder belt anchor is
locked into position at the appropriate
height. Never position the shoulder
belt across your neck or face. Im-
properly positioned seat belts can
cause serious injuries in an accident.
o Failure to replace seat belts after an
accident could leave you with dam-
aged seat belts that will not provide
protection in the event of another
collision leading to personal injury or
death. Replace your seat belts after
being in an accident as soon as pos-
sible. Release the button to lock the anchor into
position. Try sliding the height adjuster to
make sure that it has locked into the posi-
tion.
HJM2050 B160C01A-AAT
Keep Belts Clean and DrySeat belts should be kept clean and dry. If
belts become dirty, they can be cleaned by
using a mild soap solution and warm wa-
ter. Bleach, dye, strong detergents or abra-
sives should not be used because they
may damage and weaken the fabric.B160D01A-AATWhen to Replace Seat BeltsEntire in-use seat belt assembly or assem-
blies should be replaced if the vehicle has
been involved in an accident. This should
be done even if no damage is visible.
Additional questions concerning seat belt
operation should be directed to your
Hyundai Dealer.
B170A05Y-AATHEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT
SHOULDER BELTYou can adjust the height of the shoulder
belt anchor to one of the 4 positions for
maximum comfort and safety.
If the height of the adjusting seat belt is too
near your neck, you will not be getting the
most effective protection. The shoulder
portion should be adjusted so that it lies
across your chest and midway over your
shoulder nearest the door and not your
neck.
To adjust the height of the seat belt anchor,
lower or raise the height adjuster into an
appropriate position. To raise the height
adjuster, pull it up. To lower it, push it down
while pressing the height adjuster button.