2011 Hyundai Sonata Owner's Manual

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To decrease the cruising speed:Follow either of these procedures:
• Pushthe SET- switch and hold it. Your
vehicle will gradually slow down.
Release the switch at the speed

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5Each of these actions will cancel cruise
control operation (the SET indicator lightin the instrument cluster will go off), but itwill not turn the system off. If you wish to r

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Your vehicles fuel economy depends
mainly on your style of driving, where you
drive and when you drive.
Each of these factors affects how many
miles (kilometers) you can get

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5• Remember, your vehicle does not
require extended warm-up. After the
engine has started, allow the engine to
run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to plac-
ing the vehicle in gear

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Hazardous driving conditions  When hazardous driving conditions are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow
these suggestions:
• Drive c

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NOTICEThe ESC system should be turned OFF
prior to rocking the vehicle.
Smooth corneringAvoid braking or gear changing in cor-
ners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally

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• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glarefrom other drivers headlights.
• Keep your headlights clean and prop- erly aimed on vehicles not equipped
with the automatic hea

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5Highway drivingTiresAdjust the tire inflation pressures to
specification. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible
failure of the tires.
Avoid usin