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2. Install the new blade assembly by
inserting the center part into the slot in
the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
3. Make sure the blade assembly is installed firmly by trying to pull it slight-
ly.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or
other components, have an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer replace the wiper
blade. G190100BUN
For best battery service
Keep the battery securely mounted.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Keep the terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with petroleum
jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the battery immediately with a solution of
water and baking soda.
If the vehicle is not going to be used for an extended time, disconnect the bat-
tery cables.
OED076041 BATTERY
WARNING
- Battery
dangers
Always read the following
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, a highly com- bustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children because
batteries contain highly
corrosive SULFURIC ACID.
Do not allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
If any electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immedi-ate medical attention.
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Index
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Trailer towing (for Europe)·············································5-41
Transaxle
Automatic transaxle ·················································5-11
Manual transaxle ························································5-8
Tripmeter ········································································4-38
Trip computer ································································4-39
Turn signal light bulb replacement ································7-64
Vehicle break-in process ··················································1-6
Vehicle certification label ················································8-3
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ·······························8-2
Vehicle weight ·······························································5-49 Base curb weight ······················································5-49
Cargo weight ····························································5-49
GAW (Gross axle weight) ········································5-49
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ···························5-49
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ···································5-49
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-49 Washer fluid ···································································7-31
Waste tray, see ashtray ···················································4-92
Warnings and indicators ················································4-41
Weight ············································································5-49
Base curb weight ······················································5-49
Cargo weight ····························································5-49
GAW (Gross axle weight) ········································5-49
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ···························5-49
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ···································5-49
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-49
Wheel alignment and tire balance ·································7-47
Wheel replacement ························································7-48
Windows ········································································4-14 Auto down window ··················································4-15
Auto up/down window ·············································4-16
Manual windows ·······················································4-18
Power window lock button ·······································4-17
Windshield defrosting and defogging ····························4-84 Defogging logic ························································4-86
Winter driving ································································5-37 Snow tires ·································································5-37
Tire chains ································································5-38
Wiper blades ··································································7-36
Wipers and washers ·······················································4-60
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Features of your vehicle
D200200AFD
Windshield washers
In the O (OFF) position, pull the lever
gently toward you to spray washer fluid
on the windshield and to run the wipers
1-3 cycles. Use this function when the
windshield is dirty. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever. If the washer does not work,
check the washer fluid level. If the fluid
level is not sufficient, you will need to add
appropriate non-abrasive windshield
washer fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.D200300AFD
Rear window wiper and washer
switch (if equipped)
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.
- Spraying washer fluid and wiping
/ ON - Normal wiper operation
O / OFF - Wiper is not in operation - Spraying washer fluid and wiping
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set thewiper switch in the O (OFF) position
to stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas-senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the O (OFF)position. Otherwise, wipers mayoperate and ice may damage the
windshield wiper blades. Alwaysremove all snow and ice and defrostthe windshield properly prior tooperating the windshield wipers.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate the wash-er when the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze oncontact with the windshield and
obscure your vision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.