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3
•The refrigerant system should
only  be  serviced  by  trained  and
certified  technicians  to  insure
proper and safe operation.
•The refrigerant system should
be  serviced  in  a  well-ventilated
place.
•The air conditioning evaporator
(cooling  coil)  shall  never  be
repaired  or  replaced  with  one
removed  from  a  used  or  sal-
vaged  vehicle  and  new  replace-
ment  MAC  evaporators  shall  be
certified  (and  labelled)  as  meet-
ing SAE Standard J2842.
Information 
• When using the air conditioning sys-
tem, monitor the temperature gauge
closely  whilst  driving  up  hills  or in
heavy traffic when outside tempera-
tures are high. Air conditioning sys-
tem  operation  may  cause  engine
overheating.  Continue  to  use  the
blower fan  but  turn  the  air condi-
tioning system off if the temperature
gauge indicates engine overheating.
•When opening the windows in
humid  weather,  air conditioning
may create water droplets inside the
vehicle.  Since  excessive  water
droplets  may  cause  damage  to  elec-
trical  equipment,  air conditioning
should  only  be  used  with  the  win-
dows closed.
Air conditioning system operation
tips
•If the vehicle has been parked in
direct  sunlight  during  hot  weather,
open  the  windows  for  a  short  time
to  let  the  hot  air  inside  the  vehicle
escape.
•To help reduce moisture inside of
the  windows  on  rainy  or  humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the  vehicle  by  operating  the  air
conditioning system.
•During air conditioning system
operation,  you  may  occasionally
notice  a  slight  change  in  engine
speed as the air conditioning com-
pressor  cycles. This  is  a  normal
system operation characteristic.
•Use the air conditioning system
ever y month only for a few minutes
to  ensure  maximum  system  per-
for mance.
•When using the air conditioning
system, you may notice clear water
dripping  (or  even  puddling)  on  the
ground  under  the  vehicle. This  is  a
normal  system  operation  charac-
teristic.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
•Operating the air conditioning sys-
tem  in  the  recirculated  air  position
provides  maximum  cooling,  how-
ever,  continual  operation  in  this
mode may cause the air inside the
vehicle  to  become  stale.
•During cooling operation, you may
occasionally notice a misty air flow
because  of  rapid  cooling  and
humid  air  intake. This  is  a  normal
system operation characteristic.
System maintenance
Climate control air filter 
The  climate  control  air  filter  installed
behind  the  glove  box  filters  the  dust
or other pollutants that come into the
vehicle  from  the  outside  through  the
heating  and  air  conditioning  system.
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
in the filter over a period of time, the
air  flow  from  the  air  vents  may
decrease, resulting in moisture accu-
mulation  on  the  inside  of  the  wind-
screen even when the outside (fresh)
air  position  is  selected. If  this  hap-
pens,  we  recommend  that  the  cli-
mate  control  air  filter  be  replaced  by
an authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
Information 
• Replace  the  filter according  to  the
Maintenance Schedule.
If  the  vehicle  is  being  driven  in
severe  conditions  such  as  dusty,
rough  roads,  more  frequent  climate
control  air filter inspections  and
changes are required.
• When  the  air flow  rate  suddenly
decreases,  we  recommend  that  the
system be checked by an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer.
Information 
It  is  important  that  the  correct  type
and  amount  of  oil  and  refrigerant  is
used.  Otherwise,  damage  to  the  com-
pressor and  abnormal  system  opera-
tion may occur.
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Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate controlair filter
Blower
Evaporatorcore
Heater core
We recommend that the air con-
ditioning system be serviced by
an authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
Improper  service  may  cause
serious injury to the person per-
forming the service.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
•The refrigerant system should
only  be  serviced  by  trained  and
certified  technicians  to  insure
proper and safe operation.
•The refrigerant system should
be  serviced  in  a  well-ventilated
place.
•The air conditioning evaporator
(cooling  coil)  shall  never  be
repaired  or  replaced  with  one
removed  from  a  used  or  sal-
vaged  vehicle  and  new  replace-
ment  MAC  evaporators  shall  be
certified  (and  labelled)  as  meet-
ing SAE Standard J2842.
Information 
• When using the air conditioning sys-
tem, monitor the temperature gauge
closely  whilst  driving  up  hills  or in
heavy traffic when outside tempera-
tures are high. Air conditioning sys-
tem  operation  may  cause  engine
overheating.  Continue  to  use  the
blower fan  but  turn  the  air condi-
tioning system off if the temperature
gauge indicates engine overheating.
•When opening the windows in
humid  weather,  air conditioning
may create water droplets inside the
vehicle. As  excessive  water droplets
may  cause  damage  to  electrical
equipment,  air conditioning  should
only  be  used  with  the  windows
closed.
Air conditioning system operation
tips
•If the vehicle has been parked in
direct  sunlight  during  hot  weather,
open  the  windows  for  a  short  time
to  let  the  hot  air  inside  the  vehicle
escape.
•Use air conditioning to reduce
humidity  and  moisture  inside  the
vehicle  on  rainy  or  humid  days.
•During air conditioning system
operation,  you  may  occasionally
notice  a  slight  change  in  engine
speed as the air conditioning com-
pressor  cycles. This  is  a  normal
system operation characteristic.
•Use the air conditioning system
ever y month only for a few minutes
to  ensure  maximum  system  per-
for mance.
•When using the air conditioning
system, you may notice clear water
dripping  (or  even  puddling)  on  the
ground  under  the  vehicle. This  is  a
normal  system  operation  charac-
teristic.
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Driving your vehicle
Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.
Do not inhale engine exhaust.
If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. Exposure to CO can causeunconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The  exhaust  system  should  be  checked  whenever  the  vehicle  is  raised  to  change  the  oil  or  for  any  other  purpose. Ifyou  hear  a  change  in  the  sound  of  the  exhaust  or  if  you  drive  over  something  that  strikes  the  underneath  side  of  thevehicle, we recommend that the exhaust system be checked as soon as possible by an authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Run the engine onlylong enough to start the engine and to move the vehicle out of the garage.
Avoid  idling  the  engine  for  prolonged  periods  with  people  inside  the  vehicle .
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in anopen area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan control set to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
Keep the air intakes clear.
To   a s s u r e   p r o p e r   o p e r a t i o n   o f   t h e   v e n t i l a t i o n   s y s t e m ,   k e e p   t h e   v e n t i l a t i o n   a i r   i n t a k e s   l o c a t e d   i n   f r o n t   o f   t h e   w i n d s c r e e nclear of snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.
If you must drive with the boot open:
Close all windows.
Open instrument panel air vents.
Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face", and the fan control set to high.
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Driving your vehicle
5
Check battery and cables
Winter  temperatures  increase  bat-
tery  consumption.Inspect  the  bat-
tery and cables, as specified in the
chapter 7.The battery charging level
can  be  checked  by  an  authorised
HYUNDAI dealer or in a service sta-
tion.
Change  to  "winter  weight"  oil  if
necessary
In  some  regions  during  winter,  it  is
recommended  to  use  the  "winter
weight"  oil  with  lower  viscosity. For
further  information,  refer  to  chapter
8. When  you  are  not  sure  about  a
type  of  winter  weight  oil,  consult  an
authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
Check  spark  plugs  and  ignition
system
Inspect  the  spark  plugs, as  speci-
fied  in  chapter  7.If  necessary,
replace  them. Also  check  all  ignition
wirings  and  components  for  any
cracks, wear-out, and damage.
To   p r e v e n t   l o c k s   f r o m   f r e e z i n g
To   p r e v e n t   t h e   l o c k s   f r o m   b e i n g
frozen,  spray  approved  de-icing  fluid
or  glycerin  into  key  holes. When  a
lock  opening  is  already  covered  with
ice,  spray  approved  de-icing  fluid
over  the  ice  to  remove  it. When  an
internal  part  of  a  lock  freezes,  try  to
thaw  it  with  a  heated  key. Use  the
heated  key  carefully  to  avoid  an
injury.
Use  approved  window  washer
anti-freeze solution in system
To   p r e v e n t   t h e   w i n d o w   w a s h e r   f r o m
being frozen, add authorised window
washer anti-freeze solution, as spec-
ified  on  the  window  washer  contain-
er. Window  washer  anti-freeze  solu-
tion  is  available  from  an  authorised
HYUNDAI  dealer,  and  most  vehicle
accessory outlets. Do not use engine
coolant  or  other  types  of  anti-freeze
solution,  to  prevent  any  damage  to
the vehicle paint. 

7-6
Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
•Check the windscreen washer fluid
level.
•Check for low or under-inflated
tyres.
Whilst 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  if  there  is  any
increased  steering  effort  or  loose-
ness  in  the  steering  wheel,  or
change in its straight-ahead position.
•Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns  slightly  or  “pulls” to  one  side
when  travelling  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 
P (Park) function.
•Check the parking brake.
•Check for fluid leaks under your vehi-
cle  (water  dripping  from  the  air  con-
ditioning  system  during  or  after  use
is normal).
At least monthly:
•Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
•Check the operation of all exterior
lights,  including  the  stoplights,  turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
•Check the inflation pressures of all
tyres  including  the  spare  for  tyres
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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7
MaintenanceI:Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R:Replace or change.
*1:Adjust alternator and power steering (and water pump drive belt) and air conditioner drive belt (if equipped).
Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
*2:Check the engine oil level and for leaks every 500 km or before starting a long trip.
*3:If good quality petrols meet Europe Fuel standards (EN228) or equivalents including fuel additives is not available, one bottle
of  additive  is  recommended. Additives  are  available  from  your  authorised  HYUNDAI  dealer  along  with  information  on  how  to
use them. Do not mix other additives.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Drive belts *1IIII
Engine oil and engine oil filter *2RRRRRRRR
Air cleaner filterIIRIIRII
Fuel additives *3Add every 15,000 km or 12 months
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule  

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7
Maintenance
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Engine oil and filter
The  engine  oil  and  filter  should  be
changed  at  the  intervals  specified  in
the  maintenance  schedule. If  the
vehicle is being driven in severe con-
ditions,  more  frequent  oil  and  filter
changes are required.
Drive belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts,  cracks,  excessive  wear  or  oil
saturation  and  replace  if  necessary.
Drive  belts  should  be  checked  peri-
odically  for  proper  tension  and
adjusted as necessary.
Fuel filter (cartridge)
A clogged filter can limit the speed at
which  the  vehicle  may  be  driven,
damage  the  emission  system  and
cause  multiple  issues  such  as  hard
starting. If  an  excessive  amount  of
foreign  matter  accumulates  in  the
fuel  tank,  the  filter  may  require
replacement more frequently.
After  installing  a  new  filter,  run  the
engine  for  several  minutes,  and
check  for  leaks  at  the  connections.
We  recommend  that  the  fuel  filter  be
replaced by an authorised HYUNDAI
dealer.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections
Check  the  fuel  lines,  fuel  hoses  and
connections  for  leakage  and  dam-
age. We  recommend  that  the  fuel
lines, fuel hoses and connections be
replaced by an authorised HYUNDAI
dealer.
Va p o u r   h o s e   a n d   f u e l   f i l l e r   c a p
The  vapour  hose  and  fuel  filler  cap
should  be  inspected  at  those  inter-
vals  specified  in  the  maintenance
schedule. Make  sure  that  a  new
vapour  hose  or  fuel  filler  cap  is  cor-
rectly replaced.
When  you  are  inspecting  the
belt, place  the  ignition  switch  to
the LOCK/OFF or ACC position.
CAUTION