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Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Check for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound ofthe exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice if there is any
increased steering effort or loose-
ness in the steering wheel, or
change in its straight-ahead posi-
tion.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling 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 operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
Check the automatic transmission /dual clutch transmission P (Park)
function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of the
opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
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Consult an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer to replace most vehicle light
bulbs. 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 for removing the headlamp
assembly to get to the bulb(s).
Removing/installing the headlamp
assembly can result in damage to
the vehicle.Information
After heavy driving, rain or washing,
headlamp and trunk lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is caused
by the temperature difference between
the lamp inside and the outside tem-
perature. This is similar to the conden-
sation 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 your vehicle checked by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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Prior to replacing a lamp,
depress the foot brake, move
the shift lever into P (Park)
apply the parking brake, place
the igntion switch to the
LOCK/OFF position, and take
the key with you when leaving
the vehicle to avoid sudden
movement of the vehicle and
to prevent possible electric
shock.
Be aware the bulbs may be
hot and may burn your fin-
gers.
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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
driving, 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, should be
used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
ish.
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 inte-
rior.
To prevent damage to the
plastic parts, do not clean
with chemical solvents or
strong detergents.
CAUTION
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water before getting on the
road. If braking performance is
impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
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Aluminum and chrome wheelmaintenance
The aluminum and chrome wheels are
coated with a clear protective finish.
Corrosion protection
Protecting your vehicle from corro-
sion
By using the most advanced design
and construction practices to combat
corrosion, HYUNDAI produces 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 corro-
sion on your vehicle are:
Road salt, dirt and moisture that is
allowed to accumulate underneath
the vehicle.
coatings by stones, gravel, abra-
sion or minor scrapes and dents
which leave unprotected metal
exposed to corrosion.
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 forward
speed.
WARNING
Do not use abrasive cleaner,
polishing compound, solvent,
or wire brushes on aluminum
or chrome wheels.
Clean the wheel when it has
cooled.
Use only a mild soap or neu-
tral detergent, and rinse thor-
oughly with water. Also, clean
the wheels after driving on
salted roads.
Do not wash the wheels with
high-speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any cleaners con-
taining acid or alkaline deter-
gents.
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A/V mode ........................................................................\
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Air bag warning labels....................................................2-68
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-45Additional safety precautions .....................................2-67
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-61
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-63
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-64
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-68
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-49
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat ...........................................................2-60
Driver’s front air bag..................................................2-47
Driver’s knee air bag ..................................................2-47
How does the air bag system operate? .......................2-50
Occupant classification system (OCS) .......................2-56
Passenger’s front air bag ............................................2-47
Side air bags ...............................................................2-48
SRS Care ....................................................................2-66\
SRS warning light .....................................................2-51
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-55
Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision ..............2-61
Air cleaner.......................................................................7\
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Air conditioner compressor label ...................................8-10
Air conditioning system (Refrigerant/Compressor) .........8-5
Air ventilation seats ........................................................2-21 Airconditioning system
Automatic climate control system............................3-135
Manual climate control system ................................3-125
Alarm system ..................................................................3-19
Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-2
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-40
Appearance care..............................................................7-82 Exterior care ...............................................................7-82
Interior care ................................................................7-87
Armrest ........................................................................\
...2-14
Auto door lock/unlock features ......................................3-17
Auto hold ........................................................................\
5-37
Auto light position ........................................................3-105
Automatic climate control system ................................3-135 Air conditioning .......................................................3-142
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-136
Climate control air filter...................................3-133, 145
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-137
Automatic transmission ..................................................5-14 Sports mode ................................................................5-17
Automatic transmission shift indicator ..........................3-69
AUX, USB and iPod
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Climate control air filter .......................................3-133, 145
Climate control air filter (Replacement).........................7-34
Clock ........................................................................\
.....3-155
Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-156
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................3-63
Compact spare tire ..........................................................6-20
Consumer information ...................................................8-11
Coolant ........................................................................\
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Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ...................................7-27
Cruise control system .....................................................5-50
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
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Curtain air bags ...............................................................2-49
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ...................................................................3-65
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................3-63
Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-25
Daytime running light ...................................................3-112
Defogging (Windshield) ...............................................3-147
Defroster (Rear window) ..............................................3-124
Defrosting (Windshield) ...............................................3-147
Digital speedometer ........................................................3-92
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Disc brakes wear indicator ............................................5-29
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination ...................................................................3-65 Displays, see instrument cluster .....................................3-63
Do not install a child restraint on the front
passenger seat ...............................................................2-60
Door courtesy lamp .......................................................3-116
Door locks .......................................................................3\
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Central door lock switch ............................................3-16
Child-protector rear door lock....................................3-18
Drink holders, see cup holders .....................................3-152
Drive mode integrated control system ...........................5-48
Driver assist system Rear parking assist system (RPAS) ..........................3-121
Rear view camera .....................................................3-120
Driver position memory system ....................................3-20
Driver’s front air bag ......................................................2-47
Driver’s knee air bag ......................................................2-47
Driving at night ...............................................................5-85
Driving in flooded areas .................................................5-86
Driving in the rain...........................................................5-86
Dual clutch transmission.................................................5-18 Shift indicator .............................................................3-69
Sports mode ................................................................5-23
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Antenna ........................................................................\
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AUX, USB and iPod®port ..........................................4-2
Blue Link®................................................................4-102
Steering wheel audio control........................................4-3
Voice recognition..................................................4-45, 91
Occupant classification system (OCS) ...........................2-56
Odometer........................................................................\
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Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-24\
Outside rearview mirror..................................................3-42
Outside temperature gauge ............................................3-69
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-7
Paddle shifter .................................................................5-24
Panoramic sunroof ..........................................................3-48
Parking brake ..................................................................7-31
Parking brake (Manual) ..................................................5-29
Parking lamp position ...................................................3-106
Passenger’s front air bag.................................................2-47
Power brakes ...................................................................5-28
Power outlet ..................................................................3-153
Power window lock button .............................................3-47 Rear combination light bulb replacement.......................7-76
Rear parking assist system(RPAS) ...............................3-121
Rear seats ........................................................................\
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Rear view camera .........................................................3-120
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure .....................7-42
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-6
Recommended lubricants and capacities
Recommended SAE viscosity number .........................8-8
Refrigerant label .............................................................8-10
Remote key .......................................................................3\
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Replacement light bulb ...................................................7-69
Reporting safety defects .................................................8-12
Reverse parking aid function .........................................3-43
Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-84
Room lamp ....................................................................3-115
Rotation (Tire) ................................................................7-44
Safety messages ................................................................F-6
SCC/LDWS mode...........................................................3-73
Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-9
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