2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER brake light

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Engine compartment / 7-2
Maintenance services / 7-3
Owner maintenance / 7-4
Scheduled maintenance service / 7-6
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-18
Engine oil / 7-21
Engine coolant / 7-22
Brake/clutch fluid / 7-25
Washer fluid / 7-26
Parking brake / 7-26
Air cleaner / 7-27
Climate control air filter / 7-28
Wiper blades / 7-30
Battery / 7-33
Tires and wheels / 7-36
Fuses / 7-49
Light bulbs / 7-58
Appearance care / 7-67
Emission control system / 7-73
California perchlorate notice / 7-76
Maintenance

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Maintenance
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper-
ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
Check automatic transaxle P (Park)
function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle
(water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi-
tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-
er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields
and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear
and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel
lug nuts.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic
transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

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Maintenance
LIGHT BULBS
Use only the bulbs of the specified
wattage.
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NOTICE
After heavy, driving rain or washing,
headlight and taillight lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is caused by
the temperature difference between the
lamp inside and outside. This is similar
to the condensation on your windows
inside your vehicle during the rain and
doesn’t indicate a problem with your
vehicle. If the water leaks into the lamp
bulb circuitry, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Headlight, position light, turn sig-
nal light, front fog light bulb
replacement
(1) Headlight (Low)
(2) Headlight (High)
(3) Front turn signal light
(4) Position/DRL light
(5) Front fog light*
* if equipped
WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly
apply the parking brake, ensure
that the ignition switch is turned to
the LOCK position and turn off the
lights to avoid sudden movement
of the vehicle and burning your fin-
gers or receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Be sure to replace the burned-out
bulb with one of the same wattage
rating. Otherwise, it may cause
damage to the fuse or electric
wiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools,
the correct bulbs and the expertise,
consult an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer. In many cases, it is difficult
to replace vehicle light bulbs
because other parts of the vehicle
must be removed before you can
get to the bulb. This is especially
true if you have to remove the head-
light assembly to
get to the bulb(s).
Removing/installingthe headlight
assembly can result in damage to
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Maintenance
APPEARANCE CARE
Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly
and frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
CAUTION
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and do
not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or when the body of the
vehicle is warm.
Be careful when washing the side
windows of your vehicle.
Especially, with high-pressure
water, water may leak through the
windows and wet the interior.
To prevent damage to the plastic
parts and lamps, do not clean
with chemical solvents or strong
detergents.
WARNING - Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.
CAUTION
Water washing in the engine com-
partment including high pressure
water washing may cause the fail-
ure of electrical circuits or engine
and related components located
in the engine compartment.
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electri-
cal/electronic components and
air duct inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.
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Maintenance
Aluminum wheel maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-
ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.
Use only a mild soap or neutral deter-
gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps pre-
vent corrosion.
Avoid washing the wheels with high-
speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any cleaners containing
acid or acid detergents. It may damage
and corrode the aluminum wheels
coated with a clear protective finish.
Corrosion protection
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion
By using the most advanced design and
construction practices to combat corro-
sion, we produce cars of the highest
quality. However, this is only part of the
job. To achieve the long-term corrosion
resistance your vehicle can deliver, the
owner's cooperation and assistance is
also required.
Common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion
on your car are:

allowed to accumulate underneath the
car.
Removal of paint or protective coatings
by stones, gravel, abrasion or minor
scrapes and dents which leave unpro-
tected metal exposed to corrosion.WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.

Index
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Air bags ........................................................................3-34
Air bag warning label ..............................................3-60
Air bag warning light ..............................................3-37
Curtain air bag ........................................................3-51
Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag ....................3-46
Occupant detection system ......................................3-41
Side impact air bag ..................................................3-50
SRS components and functions ..............................3-37
Air cleaner ....................................................................7-27
Alarm system ................................................................4-15
Antenna (glass)..............................................................4-98
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................................5-24
Appearance care ............................................................7-67
Exterior care ............................................................7-67
Interior care ............................................................7-71
Armrest ..........................................................................3-11
Audio system ................................................................4-98
Glass antenna ..........................................................4-98
Steering wheel audio control ..................................4-99
Automatic climate control system ................................4-80
Air conditioning ......................................................4-86
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-81
Manual heating and air conditioning ......................4-82Automatic transaxle ......................................................5-15
Ignition key interlock system ..................................5-19
Shift lock system ....................................................5-18
Sports mode ............................................................5-17
Aux, USB and iPod port ..............................................4-97
Battery ..........................................................................7-33
Battery saver function ..................................................4-61
Before driving ................................................................5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ....................................4-93
Brake system ................................................................5-21
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................5-24
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..........................5-26
Parking brake ..........................................................5-22
Power brakes............................................................5-21
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ....................5-29
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ................................5-30
Brakes/clutch fluid ........................................................7-25
Bulb replacement ..........................................................7-58
Bulb wattage....................................................................8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ................5-8
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Index
Multi fuse ......................................................................7-52
Neck restraints, see headrest....................................3-6, 3-9
Occupant detection system............................................3-41
Odometer ......................................................................4-47
Oil (Engine) ..................................................................7-21
Online factory authorized manuals ................................8-9
Outside rearview mirror ................................................4-40
Overheats ........................................................................6-6
Owner maintenance ........................................................7-4
Parking brake ................................................................5-22
Parking brake inspect ....................................................7-26
Passenger’s front air bag ..............................................3-46
Power brakes ................................................................5-21
Power outlet ..................................................................4-94
Power window lock button............................................4-28
Pre-tensioner seat belt ..................................................3-20
Push starting ....................................................................6-5Rear seat ..........................................................................3-9
Rear view camera ..........................................................4-60
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ..................7-36
Recommended lubricants and capacities ........................8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number ......................8-5
Refrigerant label ..............................................................8-7
Remote keyless entry ....................................................4-12
Replacement light bulb ................................................7-58
Reporting safety defects ..................................................8-9
Road warning ..................................................................6-2
Rocking the vehicle ......................................................5-37
Scheduled maintenance service ......................................7-6
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..........7-17
Normal maintenance schedule ..................................7-7
Seat belt warning ..........................................................3-16
Seat belts ......................................................................3-15
Driver’s 3-point system with evergency
locking retractor ..................................................3-17
Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system
with combination locking retractor ......................3-18
Hight adjustment ....................................................3-17
Pre-tensioner seat belt ............................................3-20
Seat belt warning ....................................................3-16
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