2015 Hyundai Santa Fe engine

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Features of your vehicle
How vehicle audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broad-
cast from transmitter towers located
around your city. They are intercept-
ed by the radio antenna on your vehi-
cle. This signal is then processed by
the radio and sent to your vehicle
speakers.
When a strong radio signal has
reached your vehicle, the precise
engineering of your audio system
ensures the best possible quality
reproduction. However, in some
cases the signal coming to your vehi-
cle may not be strong and clear.This can be due to factors, such as
the distance from the radio station,
closeness of other strong radio sta-
tions or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions in
the area.
AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broad-
casts. This is because AM radio
waves are transmitted at low fre-
quencies. These long distance, low
frequency radio waves can follow the
curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight. In addition, they
curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.
JBM001
FM reception
JBM002
AM reception

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✽
✽NOTICE - USING THE
USB DEVICE
• To use an external USB device,
make sure the device is not con-
nected when starting up the
vehicle. Connect the device after
starting up.
• If you start the engine when the USB device is connected, it may
damage the USB device. (USB
flashdrives are very sensitive to
electric shock.)
• If the engine is started up or turned off while the external USB
device is connected, the external
USB device may not work.
• The System may not play unau- thenticated MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between
8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression rate
between 8Kbps~320Kbps.
• Take precautions for static elec- tricity when connecting or dis-
connecting the external USB
device. (Continued)(Continued)
• An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is
not recognizable.
• Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the
connected external USB device
can be unrecognizable.
• When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB device
is not either 512BYTE or
2048BYTE, then the device will
not be recognized.
• Use only a USB device format- ted to FAT 12/16/32.
• USB devices without USB I/F authentication may not be rec-
ognizable.
• Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in con-
tact with the human body or
other objects.
• If you repeatedly connect or dis- connect the USB device in a
short period of time, it may
break the device.
• You may hear a strange noise when connecting or disconnect-
ing a USB device. (Continued)(Continued)
• If you disconnect the external
USB device during playback in
USB mode, the external USB
device can be damaged or may
malfunction. Therefore, discon-
nect the external USB device
when the audio is turned off or
in another mode. (e.g, Radio,
CD)
• Depending on the type and capacity of the external USB
device or the type of the files
stored in the device, there is a
difference in the time taken for
recognition of the device.
• Do not use the USB device for purposes other than playing
music files.
• Playing videos through the USB is not supported.
• Use of USB accessories such as rechargers or heaters using USB
I/F may lower performance or
cause trouble. (Continued)

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✽
✽
NOTICE - USING THE
USB DEVICE
• Connect the USB device after
turning on the engine. The USB
device may become damaged if
it is already connected when the
ignition is turned on.The USB
device may not operate properly
if the car ignition is turned on or
off with the USB device connect-
ed.
• Heed caution to static electricity when connecting/disconnecting
USB devices.
• Encoded MP3 Players will not be recognized when connected
as an external device.
• When connecting an external USB device, the device may not
properly recognize the USB is in
some states.
• Only products formatted with byte/sectors under 64Kbyte will
be recognized.
• This device recognizes USB devices formatted in FAT
12/16/32 file formats. This
device does not recognize files in
NTFS file format. (Continued)(Continued)
• Some USB devices may not be supported due to compatibility
issues.
• Avoid contact between the USB connector with bodily parts or
foreign objects.
• Repeated connecting/discon- necting of USB devices within
short periods of time may result
in product malfunction.
• A strange noise may occur when disconnecting the USB.
• Make sure to connect/discon- nect external USB devices with
the audio power turned off.
• The amount of time required to recognize the USB device may
differ depending on the type,
size or file formats stored in the
USB. Such differences in time
are not indications of malfunc-
tions.
• The device only supports USB devices used to play music files.
• USB images and videos are not supported. (Continued)(Continued)
• Do not use the USB I/F to charge batteries or USB acces-
sories that generate heat. Such
acts may lead to worsened per-
formance or damage to the
device.
• The device may not recognize the USB device if separately
purchased USB hubs and exten-
sion cables are being used.
Connect the USB directly with
the multimedia terminal of the
vehicle.
• When using mass storage USB devices with separate logical
drives, only files saved to the
root drive can be played.
• Files may not properly operate if application programs are
installed to the USBs.
• The device may not operate nor- mally if MP3 Players, cellular
phones, digital cameras, or
other electronic devices (USB
devices not recognized as
portable disk drives) are con-
nected with the device.

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4
How vehicle audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broad-
cast from transmitter towers located
around your city. They are intercept-
ed by the radio antenna on your vehi-
cle. This signal is then processed by
the radio and sent to your vehicle
speakers.
When a strong radio signal has
reached your vehicle, the precise
engineering of your audio system
ensures the best possible quality
reproduction. However, in some
cases the signal coming to your vehi-
cle may not be strong and clear. This can be due to factors, such as
the distance from the radio station,
closeness of other strong radio sta-
tions or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions in
the area.
AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broad-
casts. This is because AM radio
waves are transmitted at low fre-
quencies. These long distance, low
frequency radio waves can follow the
curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight. In addition, they
curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.
JBM001
FM reception
JBM002
AM reception

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(Continued) Do not place beverages close to the audio system. Spillingbeverages may lead to systemmalfunction.
In case of product malfunction, please contact your place of pur-chase or After Service center.
Placing the audio system within an electromagneticenvironment may result innoise interference.
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmet-ic oil from contacting thedashboard because they maycause damage or discol-oration.✽
✽ NOTICE - USING THE
USB DEVICE
• To use an external USB device,
make sure the device is not con-
nected when starting up the
vehicle. Connect the device after
starting up.
• If you start the engine when the USB device is connected, it may
damage the USB device. (USB
flashdrives are very sensitive to
electric shock.)
• If the engine is started up or turned off while the external USB
device is connected, the external
USB device may not work.
• The System may not play unau- thenticated MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between
8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression rate
between 8Kbps~320Kbps.
• Take precautions for static elec- tricity when connecting or dis-
connecting the external USB
device. (Continued)(Continued)
• An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is
not recognizable.
• Depending on the condition of the external USB device, the
connected external USB device
can be unrecognizable.
• When the formatted byte/sector setting of External USB device
is not either 512BYTE or
2048BYTE, then the device will
not be recognized.
• Use only a USB device format- ted to FAT 12/16/32.
• USB devices without USB I/F authentication may not be rec-
ognizable.
• Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in con-
tact with the human body or
other objects.
• If you repeatedly connect or dis- connect the USB device in a
short period of time, it may
break the device.
• You may hear a strange noise when connecting or disconnect-
ing a USB device. (Continued)

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Features of your vehicle
✽
✽NOTICE - USING THE
USB DEVICE
• Connect the USB device after
turning on the engine. The USB
device may become damaged if
it is already connected when the
ignition is turned on.The USB
device may not operate properly
if the car ignition is turned on or
off with the USB device connect-
ed.
• Heed caution to static electricity when connecting/disconnecting
USB devices.
• Encoded MP3 Players will not be recognized when connected
as an external device.
• When connecting an external USB device, the device may not
properly recognize the USB is in
some states.
• Only products formatted with byte/sectors under 64Kbyte will
be recognized.
• This device recognizes USB devices formatted in FAT
12/16/32 file formats. This
device does not recognize files in
NTFS file format. (Continued)(Continued)
• Some USB devices may not be supported due to compatibility
issues.
• Avoid contact between the USB connector with bodily parts or
foreign objects.
• Repeated connecting/discon- necting of USB devices within
short periods of time may result
in product malfunction.
• A strange noise may occur when disconnecting the USB.
• Make sure to connect/discon- nect external USB devices with
the audio power turned off.
• The amount of time required to recognize the USB device may
differ depending on the type,
size or file formats stored in the
USB. Such differences in time
are not indications of malfunc-
tions.
• The device only supports USB devices used to play music files.
• USB images and videos are not supported. (Continued)(Continued)
• Do not use the USB I/F to charge batteries or USB acces-
sories that generate heat. Such
acts may lead to worsened per-
formance or damage to the
device.
• The device may not recognize the USB device if separately
purchased USB hubs and exten-
sion cables are being used.
Connect the USB directly with
the multimedia terminal of the
vehicle.
• When using mass storage USB devices with separate logical
drives, only files saved to the
root drive can be played.
• Files may not properly operate if application programs are
installed to the USBs.
• The device may not operate nor- mally if MP3 Players, cellular
phones, digital cameras, or
other electronic devices (USB
devices not recognized as
portable disk drives) are con-
nected with the device.

Driving your vehicle
Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 5-6
Engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
• Automatic transaxle operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
All wheel drive (AWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
• Power brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
• Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
• Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
• Electronic stability control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
• Vehicle stability management (VSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
• Downhill brake control (DBC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
• Hill-start assist control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Cruise control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45
Blind spot detection system (BSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-50
Active ECO system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-56
Economical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-57Special driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-59
• Hazardous driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-59
• Rocking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-60
• Smooth cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-61
• Driving at night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-61
• Driving in the rain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-62
• Driving in flooded areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-63
• Driving off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-63
• Highway driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-63
Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-65
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-70
Vehicle load limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-79
Vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• Base curb weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• Vehicle curb weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• Cargo weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• GAW (Gross axle weight) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• GVW (Gross vehicle weight) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-845

Driving your vehicle
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WARNING- ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle,
open the windows immediately.
• Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death
by asphyxiation.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.
If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side
of the vehicle, have the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the
engine in your garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the vehicle out.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in
an open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn
into the interior.
If you must drive with the tailgate open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the
windshield are kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.