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Driving your vehicle
5
Chain Installation
When installing tire chains, follow the
manufacturer's instructions and
mount them as tightly possible. Drive
slowly (less than 30 km/h (20 mph))
with chains installed. If you hear thechains contacting the body or chas-
sis, stop and tighten them. If they still
make contact, slow down until the
noise stops. Remove the tire chains
as soon as you begin driving on
cleared roads.
When mounting snow chains, park
the vehicle on level ground away
from traffic. Turn on the vehicle
Hazard Warning Flasher and place a
triangular emergency warning device
behind the vehicle (if available).
Always place the vehicle in P (Park),
apply the parking brake and turn off
the engine before installing snow
chains.When using tire chains:
Wrong size chains or improperly
installed chains can damage
your vehicle's brake lines, sus-
pension, body and wheels.
Use SAE "S" class or wire chains.
If you hear noise caused by chains contacting the body,
retighten the chain to prevent
contact with the vehicle body.
To prevent body damage, retighten the chains after driving0.5~1.0 km (0.3~0.6 miles).
Do not use tire chains on vehi- cles equipped with aluminum
wheels. If unavoidable, use a
wire type chain.
Use wire chains less than 12 mm (0.47 in) thick to prevent damage
to the chain's connection.
Winter Precautions
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the
cooling system. It is the only type ofcoolant that should be used because
it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-
ing system, lubricates the water
pump and prevents freezing. Be sure
to replace or replenish your coolantin accordance with the maintenance
schedule in section 7. Before winter,
have your coolant tested to assure
that its freezing point is sufficient for
the temperatures anticipated during
the winter.
NOTICE

7
Maintenance
7
Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4Owner's responsibility ......................................................7-4
Owner maintenance precautions ..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5 Owner maintenance schedule ........................................7-5
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items...7-20
Engine oil ..............................................................7-22 Checking the engine oil level .......................................7-22
Checking the engine oil and filter ..............................7-23
Engine coolant/inverter coolant .......................7-24 Checking the coolant level ...........................................7-24Changing coolant.............................................................7-27
Hybrid starter & generator (HSG) belt.............7-28 Checking the hybrid starter &
generator (HSG) belt ......................................................7-28 Brake fluid ............................................................7-28
Checking the brake fluid level .....................................7-28
Washer fluid .........................................................7-29 Checking the washer fluid level ..................................7-29
Parking brake .......................................................7-30 Checking the parking brake .........................................7-30
Air cleaner ............................................................7-30 Filter replacement ..........................................................7-30
Climate control air filter .....................................7-32 Filter inspection ...............................................................7-32
Wiper blades .........................................................7-34 Blade inspection ..............................................................7-34
Blade replacement ..........................................................7-34
Battery (12 volt) ..................................................7-37 For best battery service................................................7-38
Battery capacity label ....................................................7-38
Battery recharging .........................................................7-39
Reset features .................................................................7-40
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Tires and wheels ..................................................7-41Tire care ............................................................................7-41
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...........7-42
Check tire inflation pressure........................................7-43
Tire rotation .....................................................................7-44
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-45
Tire replacement ............................................................7-45
Wheel replacement .........................................................7-46
Tire traction ....................................................................7-46
Tire maintenance ............................................................7-47
Tire sidewall labeling ......................................................7-47
Low aspect ratio tires ....................................................7-51
Fuses ......................................................................7-52 Instrument panel fuse replacement ...........................7-53
Engine compartment panel fuse replacement.........7-54
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-56 Light bulbs.............................................................7-66
Headlamp, position lamp, turn signal lamp
bulb replacement .............................................................7-67Headlamp aiming .............................................................7-71
Daytime running lamp ....................................................7-75
Side repeater lamp replacement .................................7-75
Rear combination lamp bulb replacement ................7-76
Rear fog lamp ..................................................................7-81
High mounted stop lamp ...............................................7-81
License plate light bulb replacement .........................7-81
Interior light bulb replacement ....................................7-81
Appearance care ..................................................7-83 Exterior care ....................................................................7-83
Interior care......................................................................7-88
Emission control system .....................................7-90 Crankcase emission control system ...........................7-90
Evaporative emission control system.........................7-90
Exhaust emission control system ...............................7-91

7-3
7
Maintenance
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1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine coolant cap
4. Engine coolant reservoir
5. Inverter coolant reservoir
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
9. Fuse box
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MaintenanceM
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You should exercise the utmost care
to prevent damage to your vehicle
and injury to yourself whenever per-
forming any maintenance or inspec-
tion procedures.
We recommend you have your vehi-
cle maintained and repaired by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer. An
authorized HYUNDAI dealer meets
HYUNDAI’s high service quality
standards and receives technical
support from HYUNDAI in order to
provide you with a high level of serv-
ice satisfaction.Owner’s responsibility
Maintenance service and record reten-
tion are the owner’s responsibility.
You should retain documents that
show proper maintenance has been
performed on your vehicle in accor-dance with the scheduled mainte-
nance service charts shown on the
following pages. You need this infor-
mation to establish your compliance
with the servicing and maintenance
requirements of your vehicle war-
ranties.
Detailed warranty information is pro-
vided in your Service Passport. Repairs and adjustments required as a result of improper maintenance or
a lack of required maintenance are
not covered.
Owner maintenance precau-
tions
Inadequate, incomplete or insuffi-
cient servicing may result in opera-
tional problems with your vehicle that
could lead to vehicle damage, an
accident, or personal injury. This
chapter provides instructions only forthe maintenance items that are easy
to perform. Several procedures can
be done only by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer with special tools.
Your vehicle should not be modified
in any way. Such modifications may
adversely affect the performance,
safety or durability of your vehicle
and may, in addition, violate condi-
tions of the limited warranties cover-
ing the vehicle.
Improper owner maintenance dur-
ing the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. For details, read
the separate Service Passport pro-
vided with the vehicle. If you’re
unsure about any service or mainte-
nance procedure, have it done by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE

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7
Maintenance
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The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance vehicle
checks are generally not covered by
warranties and you may be charged
for labor, parts and lubricants used.
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Check for low or under-inflated tires.
Performing maintenance work
on a vehicle can be dangerous.
If you lack sufficient knowledge
and experience or the propertools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer. ALWAYS
follow these precautions for
performing maintenance work:
Park your vehicle on level
ground, move the shift lever
into the P (Park) position,
apply the parking brake, place
the ignition switch in theLOCK/OFF position.
Block the tires (front and back)
to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
Remove loose clothing or jew-
elry that can become entan-
gled in moving parts.
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WARNING (Continued)
If you must run the engine
during maintenance, do so
out doors or in an area withplenty of ventilation.
Keep flames, sparks, or smok-
ing materials away from the
battery and fuel-related parts.
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of theopening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
WARNING

7-6
Maintenance
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, levelroad.
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 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.
At least twice a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall)
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the seat belts for wear and function.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and hoodhinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

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7-7
7
Maintenance
Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply. If any
of the following conditions apply, you must follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.
Repeated driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10miles) in
freezing temperature
Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads
Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
Driving in heavy dust condition
Driving in heavy traffic area
Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly
Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack
Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing
Driving over 170 km/h (106 miles/h)
Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After the periods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the pre-scribed maintenance intervals.