2015 HYUNDAI I30 tow

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Features of your vehicle
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How car audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around your
city. They are intercepted by the radio anten-
na on your car. This signal is then received
by the radio and sent to your car speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best pos-
sible quality reproduction. However, in
some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear. This
can be due to factors such as the dis-
tance from the radio station, closeness of
other strong radio stations or the pres-
ence of buildings, bridges or other large
obstructions in the area.AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broadcasts.
This is because AM radio waves are
transmitted at low frequencies. These
long, low frequency radio waves can fol-
low the curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight out into the atmos-
phere. In addition, they curve around
obstructions so that they can provide bet-
ter signal coverage.
FM broadcasts are transmitted at high
frequencies and do not bend to follow the
earth's surface. Because of this, FM
broadcasts generally begin to fade at
short distances from the station. Also,
FM signals are easily affected by build-
ings, mountains, or other obstructions.
These can result in certain listening con-
ditions which might lead you to believe a
problem exists with your radio. The fol-
lowing conditions are normal and do not
indicate radio trouble:
JBM001JBM002JBM003
FM reception AM reception FM radio station
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Features of your vehicle
CAUTION - Using USBdevice
 To use an external USB device,make sure the device is not
mounted when starting up thevehicle and mount the deviceafter starting up.
 If you start the vehicle when the USB device is mounted, it maydamage the USB device. (USB isnot ESA)
 If the vehicle is started up or turned off while the external USB
device is connected, the externalUSB device may not work.
 It may not play inauthentic MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression ratebetween 8Kbps~320Kbps.
 Take cautions for static electricity when mounting or dismountingthe external USB device.
 An encoded MP3 PLAYER is not recognizable.
(Continued)
(Continued) Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the con-nected external USB device canbe unrecognizable.
 When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB devices isnot either 512BYTE or 2048BYTE, then the device will not be recog-
nized.
 Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12/16/32.
 USB devices without USB IF authentication may not be recog-
nizable.
 Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in contactwith a human body or any object.
 If you repeat mounting or dis- mounting USB device in a short
period of time, it may break the device.
 You might hear a strange noise when mounting or dismounting a
USB device.
(Continued)(Continued) If you dismount the external USB device during playback in USBmode, the external USB device canbe damaged or malfunction.
Therefore, mount the external USBdevice when the engine is turnedoff or in another mode.
 Depending on the type and capac- ity of the external USB device orthe type of the files stored in thedevice, there is a difference in the time taken for recognition of the
device, but this is not an indicator of trouble and you only have towait.
 Do not use the USB device for other purposes than playing music files.
 Use of USB accessories such as recharger or heater using USB I/Fmay lower performance or cause trouble.
 If you use devices such as a USB hub you purchased separately,the vehicle’s audio system maynot recognize the USB device.
Connect the USB device directly to the multimedia terminal of thevehicle.
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CAUTION - Using USB
device
 To use an external USB device,make sure the device is not
mounted when starting up thevehicle and mount the deviceafter starting up.
 If you start the vehicle when the USB device is mounted, it maydamage the USB device. (USB isnot ESA)
 If the vehicle is started up or turned off while the external USB
device is connected, the externalUSB device may not work.
 It may not play inauthentic MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression ratebetween 8Kbps~320Kbps.
 Take cautions for static electricity when mounting or dismountingthe external USB device.
 An encoded MP3 PLAYER is not recognizable.
(Continued)
(Continued) Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the con-nected external USB device canbe unrecognizable.
 When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB devices isnot either 512BYTE or 2048BYTE, then the device will not be recog-
nized.
 Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12/16/32.
 USB devices without USB IF authentication may not be recog-
nizable.
 Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in contactwith a human body or any object.
 If you repeat mounting or dis- mounting USB device in a short
period of time, it may break the device.
 You might hear a strange noise when mounting or dismounting a
USB device.
(Continued)(Continued) If you dismount the external USB device during playback in USBmode, the external USB device canbe damaged or malfunction.
Therefore, mount the external USBdevice when the engine is turnedoff or in another mode.
 Depending on the type and capac- ity of the external USB device orthe type of the files stored in thedevice, there is a difference in the time taken for recognition of the
device, but this is not an indicator of trouble and you only have towait.
 Do not use the USB device for other purposes than playing music files.
 Use of USB accessories such as recharger or heater using USB I/Fmay lower performance or cause trouble.
 If you use devices such as a USB hub you purchased separately,the vehicle’s audio system maynot recognize the USB device.
Connect the USB device directly to the multimedia terminal of thevehicle.
(Continued)
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Features of your vehicle
CAUTION - Using USBdevice
 To use an external USB device,make sure the device is not
mounted when starting up thevehicle and mount the deviceafter starting up.
 If you start the vehicle when the USB device is mounted, it maydamage the USB device. (USB isnot ESA)
 If the vehicle is started up or turned off while the external USB
device is connected, the externalUSB device may not work.
 It may not play inauthentic MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression ratebetween 8Kbps~320Kbps.
 Take cautions for static electricity when mounting or dismountingthe external USB device.
 An encoded MP3 PLAYER is not recognizable.
(Continued)
(Continued) Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the con-nected external USB device canbe unrecognizable.
 When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB devices isnot either 512BYTE or 2048BYTE, then the device will not be recog-
nized.
 Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12/16/32.
 USB devices without USB IF authentication may not be recog-
nizable.
 Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in contactwith a human body or any object.
 If you repeat mounting or dis- mounting USB device in a short
period of time, it may break the device.
 You might hear a strange noise when mounting or dismounting a
USB device.
(Continued)(Continued) If you dismount the external USB device during playback in USBmode, the external USB device canbe damaged or malfunction.
Therefore, mount the external USBdevice when the engine is turnedoff or in another mode.
 Depending on the type and capac- ity of the external USB device orthe type of the files stored in thedevice, there is a difference in the time taken for recognition of the
device, but this is not an indicator of trouble and you only have towait.
 Do not use the USB device for other purposes than playing music files.
 Use of USB accessories such as recharger or heater using USB I/Fmay lower performance or cause trouble.
 If you use devices such as a USB hub you purchased separately,the vehicle’s audio system maynot recognize the USB device.
Connect the USB device directly to the multimedia terminal of thevehicle.
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Before driving / 5-3
Key positions / 5-4
Starting the engine / 5-5
Manual transaxle / 5-8
Automatic transaxle / 5-11
Brake system / 5-17
Cruise control system / 5-27
Economical operation / 5-31
Special driving conditions / 5-33
Winter driving / 5-37
Trailer towing / 5-41
Vehicle weight / 5-49
Driving your vehicle

Driving your vehicle
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Illuminated ignition switch (if equipped)
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition switch
is not in the ON position. The light will go
off immediately when the ignition switch
is turned on or go off after about 30 sec-onds when the door is closed. Ignition switch position
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LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, push the key inward at
the ACC position and turn the key towardthe LOCK position.E030202AFD
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-
trical accessories are operative.
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NOTICE
If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position, turn
the key while turning the steering wheel
right and left to release the tension.
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ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is the
normal running position after the engine
is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the engine is not running to prevent battery
discharge.
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START
Turn the ignition key to the START posi-
tion to start the engine. The engine will
crank until you release the key; then it
returns to the ON position. The brake
warning lamp can be checked in thisposition.
KEY POSITIONS
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3 (Third gear)
Use for towing a trailer during hill climb-
ing or to use engine braking downhill.
"3" automatically shifts between 1st, 2nd
and 3rd gears. This means that no shift-
up to 4th gear is performed. However, theshift-up to 4th gear is done when the car
speed exceeds a certain value to prevent
the engine from over-revving. Manually
move the selector to "D" when returning
to normal driving condition.
2 (Second gear)
Use for driving on a slippery road, hill
climbing or engine braking downhill. "2"
automatically shifts between first and
second gears. This means that no shift-up to 3rd gear is
performed. However, the shift-up to thirdgear is done when the car speed
exceeds a certain value to prevent the
engine from over-revving. Manually move
the selector to "D" returning to normal
driving condition. 1 (First gear)
Use for driving up a very steep grade or
for engine braking when descending
steep hills. When downshifting to "1", the
transaxle will temporarily remain in sec-
ond gear until the vehicle has slowed
enough for low gear to engage. Do not
exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) in low gear.
"1" shifts to 1st gear only. However, shift
up to 2nd is performed when the car
exceeds a certain speed and, as speed
increases, the transaxle will shift up to
3rd gear to prevent over-revving the
engine.
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NOTICE
 For smooth and safe operation, depress the brake pedal when shifting
from "N" (Neutral) position or "P"
(Park) position to a forward or "R"
(Reverse) gear.
 Fully depress the brake pedal in order to move the shift lever from the "P"
(Park) position to any of the other
positions.
 It is always possible to shift from "R",
"N", "D", "3", "2", "1" position to
"P" position. The vehicle must be
fully stopped to avoid transaxle dam-
age.
CAUTION
Shift into "R", “D” and "P" posi-
tion only when the vehicle has
completely stopped.
Do not accelerate the engine in reverse or any of the forwardpositions with the brakes applied.
Always apply the footbrake when shifting from "P" or "N", to "R","D","3", "2" or "1" position.
Check the automatic transaxle fluid level regularly, and add fluidas necessary.
See the maintenance schedule forthe proper fluid recommendation.

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Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud, sand, or similar hazards, followthese suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra dis-tance for braking.
Avoid sudden movements in braking or steering.
When braking with non-ABS brakes pump the brake pedal with a light up-
and-down motion until the vehicle isstopped.
If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use second gear. Accelerate slowly to
avoid spinning the drive wheels.
Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or other non-slip material under the drive
wheels to provide traction when stalled
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Rocking the vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to
free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn
the steering wheel right and left to clear
the area around your front wheels. Then,
shift back and forth between R (Reverse)
and any forward gear in vehicles
equipped with an automatic transaxle. Do
not race the engine, and spin the wheels
as little as possible. If you are still stuck
after a few tries, have the vehicle pulled
out by a tow vehicle to avoid engine over-
heating and possible damage to the
transaxle.
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NOTICE
The ESP system (if equipped) should be
turned OFF prior to rocking the vehicle.
SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS
WARNING - Downshifting
Downshifting with an automatic
transaxle, while driving on slipperysurfaces can cause an accident.
The sudden change in tire speed
could cause the tires to skid. Be
careful when downshifting on slip-
pery surfaces.
WARNING - ABS
Do not pump the brake pedal on a
vehicle equipped with ABS.
CAUTION
Prolonged rocking may cause engine over-heating, transaxle dam-age or failure, and tire damage.
WARNING - Spinning tires
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35
mph). Spinning the wheels at high
speeds when the vehicle is station-
ary could cause a tire to overheat
which could result in tire damage
that may injure bystanders.
WARNING
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you
may attempt to rock the vehicle free
by moving it forward and backward.
Do not attempt this procedure if
people or objects are anywhere
near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly
move forward or backward as it
becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people orobjects.