2016 Hyundai Equus oil type

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Advanced smart cruise
control system....................5-38
Smart cruise control speed ..5-39
Smart cruise control vehicle-
to-vehicle distance ................5-43
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
sensor........................................5-45
To convert to the cruise
control mode ...........................5-46
Limitations of the system ....5-47
Lane departure warning
system (LDWS) ...................5-51
LDWS operation......................5-52
Advanced vehicle safety
management (AVSM).........5-55
Blind spot detection system
(BSD)....................................5-58
Operating conditions .............5-59
Warning types .........................5-59
Detecting sensor ....................5-60
Warning message ...................5-61
RCTA (Rear cross traffic
alert) ..........................................5-62
Non-operating condition ......5-63
Economical operation........5-65
Special driving conditions.. 5-67
Hazardous driving
conditions .................................5-67
Rocking the vehicle ...............5-68
Smooth cornering ..................5-69
Driving at night .......................5-69
Driving in the rain ..................5-70
Driving in flooded areas .......5-70
Off-road driving .....................5-70
Highway driving ......................5-71
Winter driving.....................5-72
Snowy or icy conditions .......5-72
Use high quality ethylene
glycol coolant ..........................5-74
Check battery and cables ....5-74
Change to "winter weight"
oil if necessary .......................5-74
Check spark plugs and
ignition system ........................5-74
To prevent the locks from
frozen........................................5-75
Use authorized window
washer anti-freezer solution
in system ..................................5-75
Do not let your parking
brake freeze ............................5-75
Do not let ice and snow
accumulate underneath ........5-75
Carry emergency
equipment.................................5-75
Do not place objects or
materials in the engine
compartment ...........................5-75
Vehicle load limit ................5-76
Tire and loading information
label ...........................................5-76
Certification label ...................5-80
Vehicle weight ....................5-82
Base curb weight ...................5-82
Vehicle curb weight ...............5-82
Load weight .............................5-82
GAW (Gross axle weight) .....5-82
GAWR (Gross axle weight
rating) ........................................5-82
GVW (Gross vehicle weight).. 5-82
GVWR (Gross vehicle
weight rating) ..........................5-82
Trailer towing .....................5-82

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Convenient features of your vehicle03
Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the A/C performance is reduced.
Overfilling also has a negative
impact on the A/C system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized EQUUS dealer.
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It is important that the correct type
and the fixed amount of oil/refriger-
ant are observed. Otherwise, damage
to the compressor and abnormal sys-
tem operation may occur.
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The A/C system should be
checked and repaired by an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Improper maintenance may
cause serious injury to the per-
son performing the mainte-
nance.
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Driving your vehicle
An AutoSock, which is in the wrong size or is improperly
installed, may damage brake
lines, suspension, body and
wheels of your vehicle.
Stop driving and retighten the AutoSock, whenever there are
snapping sounds between the
vehicle and the AutoSock.
Use high quality ethylene gly-
col coolant
The cooling system of your vehicle is
filled with the high-quality ethylene
glycol coolant when being delivered.
It is the only type of coolant that your
vehicle is filled with, because it pre-
vents corrosion of the cooling sys-
tem, lubricates the water pump and
prevents freezing. Refill the cooling
system in accordance with your
maintenance schedule in the chapter
7. Before winter, check your coolant
to assure that the freezing point is
sufficiently lower than the expected
winter temperature.
Check battery and cables
The winter temperature increases
the battery consumption. Inspect the
battery and cables, as described in
the chapter 7. The battery charging
level can be checked by an author-
ized EQUUS dealer or in a service
station.
Change to "winter weight" oil,
if necessary
In some regions during the cold win-
ter, it is recommended to use the
"winter weight" oil with lower viscosi-
ty. For further information about this,
refer to the chapter 8. When you can-
not be sure about a type of winter
weight oil, consult an authorized
EQUUS dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs and, if nec-
essary, replace them. Also check all
ignition wirings and components for
any cracks, wear-out, and damage.
NOTICE
- Chain installation
When installing the AutoSock,
park the vehicle on level ground
away from other vehicles. Press
ON the Hazard Warning flasher
and place a warning triangle
behind your vehicle, if available.
Place the shift lever in P(Park),
set the parking brake and turn
OFF the engine, before
installing the AutoSock.
WARNING
- Tire chains
The use of the AutoSock may
adversely affect vehicle han-
dling.
Do not drive faster than the lower of the two - 20 mph (30
km/h) and the AutoSock manu-
facturer’s recommended
speed limit.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, sharp turns, and
other road hazards, which may
bounce the vehicle.
Avoid turning sharply or lock- ing the wheel brake.
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Maintenance
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
on a regular basis. The fluid level
should be between MAX and MIN
marks on the reservoir.
Before opening the reservoir cap to
add brake fluid, clean the area
around the reservoir cap to prevent
brake fluid from being contaminated.
When the level is low, add fluid near
to the MAX level. The level decreas-
es, as the vehicle drives. This is a
normal, associated with the wear-out
of the brake linings. When the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an author-
ized EQUUS dealer.
Use only the authorized brake fluid.(Refer to “Recommended lubricantsor capacities” in the chapter 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
Do not spill the brake fluid over
the body paint. This may damage
the paint. The brake fluid, which is
exposed in the air for an extended
period of time, should not be
used, as its quality cannot be
guaranteed. It should be disposed
in a proper manner. Do not add
unauthorized fluid. A few drops of
mineral-based oil, such as engine
oil, in your brake system may
damage brake system parts.
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- Loss of brake fluid
When the brake system
requires frequent fluid addition,
the vehicle should be inspected
by an authorized EQUUS dealer.
WARNING
- Brake fluid
When changing and adding
brake fluid, pay special atten-
tion to it. Before washing your
hands, do not touch your eyes.
When the brake fluid should
come in contact with your eyes,
immediately wash them with
fresh tap water. Immediately
have your eyes examined by a
doctor.
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Maintenance
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from a possible electrical
overloading damage by fuses.
This vehicle has 4 fuse panels - two
on the driver’s side, another on the
panel bolster of the passenger's
side, and the other in the engine
compartment.
When any of your lights, acces-
sories, or controls does not operate,
check the appropriate circuit fuse.
When a fuse is out, some elements
may melt inside.
When the electrical system does not
operate, check the fuse panel on the
driver's side first.
Before replacing the fuse, disconnect
the negative battery cable. Always
replace it with a fuse of the same rat-
ing. When the newly-replaced fuse
blows, there may be an electrical
problem. Avoid using any pertinent
systems. Immediately consult an
authorized EQUUS dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are to be used:
a blade type for lower amperage rat-ing, and a cartridge type and a fusiblelink for higher amperage ratings.
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The actual fuse, relay panels, and
labels may differ from the equipped
items.
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Cartridge type
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- Fuse replacement
Never replace a fuse with the
one of a different rating.
A higher capacity fuse may cause damage or a fire.
Never use a wire or an alu- minum foil, instead of a prop-
er fuse - even as an emergent
measure. It may damage
extensive wirings and cause a
fire.
WARNING
Do not use a screwdriver or any
other metal object to remove a
fuse. It may cause a short cir-
cuit and damage the system.
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Maintenance07
Information
HID lamps have superior perform-
ance in comparison to halogen bulbs.
HID lamps are estimated to last twice
as long as halogen bulbs, or longer, by
the manufacturer, depending on the
usage hours. HID lamps needs to be
replaced at some point within the
vehicle life. Frequent turning the
headlamps ON and OFF shortens the
HID lamps life. HID lamps do not
blow out in the same manner as halo-
gen incandescent lamps. When a
headlamp blows out after a period of
operation, the lamp light gradually
fades away after being turned ON.
Even when the lamp is turned ON by
turning ON the switch, it needs to be
replaced. The HID lamp components
are more complex than the ones of
conventional halogen bulbs. Thus, the
repairing costs are more expensive.
Headlight (bulb type), front turnsignal, position, side markerand fog light bulbs
When a bulb is out, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized EQUUS
dealer.
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- Halogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surized gas. Thus, if broken, it
produced fragments of glass.
bulbs to avoid scratches and
abrasions. If the bulbs are lit,
avoid contact with liquids.
Never touch the glass with bare hands. Any remaining oil
may cause the bulb to over-
heat and explode upon being
lit.
When a bulb is damaged or cracked, immediately replace
it. Then, carefully dispose of it.
Wear eye protection while replacing a bulb. If hot, cool
down the bulb before han-
dling it.
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