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Maintenance
Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
ples of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height to
its width.
Belt
A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from steel
or other reinforcing materials.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires
wrapped by steel cords that hold the
tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
The amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
has built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight
This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional
equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.
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Vehicle Maximum Load on the
Tire
Load on an individual tire due to curb
and accessory weight plus maximum
occupant and cargo weight.
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight and dividing by 2.
Vehicle Placard
A label permanently attached to a
vehicle showing the original equip-
ment tire size and recommended
inflation pressure.
All season tires
Genesis Branded Vehicle specifies
all season tires on some models to
provide good performance for use all
year round, including snowy and icy
road conditions. All season tires are
identified by ALL SEASON and/or
M+S (Mud and Snow) on the tire
sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than all season tires
and may be more appropriate in
some areas.
Summer tires
Genesis Branded Vehicle specifies
summer tires on some models to
provide superior performance on dry
roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and
ice. Summer tires do not have the tire
traction rating M+S (Mud and Snow)
on the tire side wall. If you plan to
operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
conditions, Genesis Branded Vehicle
recommends the use of snow tires or
all season tires on all four wheels.
Snow tires
If you equip your car with snow tires,
they should be the same size and
have the same load capacity as the
original tires. Snow tires should be
installed on all four wheels; other-
wise, poor handling may result. Snow
tires should carry 4 psi (28 kPa)
more air pressure than the pressure
recommended for the standard tires
on the tire label on the driver's side of
the center pillar, or up to the maxi-
mum pressure shown on the tire
sidewall, whichever is less. Do not
drive faster than 75 mph (120 km/h)
when your vehicle is equipped with
snow tires.
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Maintenance
Because the sidewall of the low
aspect ratio tire is shorter than
the normal, the wheel and tire of
the low aspect ratio tire is easi-
er to be damaged. So, follow the
instructions below.
- When driving on a rough road
or off road, drive cautiously
because tires and wheels may
be damaged. And after driving,
inspect tires and wheels.
- When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive slowly so that the
tires and wheels are not dam-
aged.
- If the tire is impacted, we rec-
ommend that you inspect the
tire condition or contact an
authorized retailer of Genesis
Branded products.
- To prevent damage to the tire,
inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 1,800 miles
(3,000km).
CAUTION
It is not easy to recognize tire
damage with your own eyes.
But if there is the slightest
hint of tire damage, have the
tire checked or replaced
because the tire damage may
cause air leakage from the
tire.
If the tire is damaged by driv-
ing on a rough road, off road,
pothole, manhole, or curb
stone, it will not be covered by
the warranty.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
High-corrosion areas
If you live in an area where your vehi-
cle is regularly exposed to corrosive
materials, corrosion protection is
particularly important. Some of the
common causes of accelerated cor-
rosion are road salts, dust control
chemicals, ocean air and industrial
pollution.
Moisture breeds corrosion
Moisture creates the conditions in
which corrosion is most likely to
occur. For example, corrosion is
accelerated by high humidity, partic-
ularly when temperatures are just
above freezing. In such conditions,
the corrosive material is kept in con-
tact with the car surfaces by moisture
that is slow to evaporate.
Mud is particularly corrosive
because it is slow to dry and holds
moisture in contact with the vehicle.
Although the mud appears to be dry,
it can still retain the moisture and
promote corrosion.
High temperatures can also acceler-
ate corrosion of parts that are not
properly ventilated so the moisture
can be dispersed. For all these rea-
sons, it is particularly important to
keep your vehicle clean and free of
mud or accumulations of other mate-
rials. This applies not only to the vis-
ible surfaces but particularly to the
underside of the vehicle.
To help prevent corrosion
Keep your car clean
The best way to prevent corrosion is
to keep your vehicle clean and free
of corrosive materials. Attention to
the underside of the vehicle is partic-
ularly important.
If you live in a high-corrosion area
— where road salts are used, near
the ocean, areas with industrial
pollution, acid rain, etc.—, you
should take extra care to prevent
corrosion. In winter, hose off the
underside of your vehicle at least
once a month and be sure to clean
the underside thoroughly when
winter is over.
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Specifications & Consumer information
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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Dimensions ..............................................................8-2
Engine ......................................................................8-2
Bulb wattage ...........................................................8-3
Tires and wheels ....................................................8-4
Luggage volume .....................................................8-5
Air conditioning system ........................................8-5
Gross vehicle weight .............................................8-5
Recommended lubricants and capacities ...........8-6
Recommended SAE viscosity number ..........................8-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ....................8-8
Vehicle certification label .....................................8-8
Tire specification and pressure label .................8-9
Engine number .......................................................8-9
Refrigerant label ....................................................8-9
Consumer information .........................................8-10
Reporting safety defects ....................................8-11
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Accessing your vehicle .....................................................3-4
Immobilizer System .....................................................3-9
Smart key......................................................................3-4
Air bag ............................................................................2-46
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-70
Air bag warning light .................................................2-52
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-51
Driver's and passenger's front air bags.......................2-48
Occupant classification system (OCS) .......................2-57
Side air bags ...............................................................2-49
SRS care .....................................................................2-68
Air cleaner.......................................................................7-33
Air conditioning system....................................................8-5
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .................................................5-29
Antenna .............................................................................4-3
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-45
Appearance care..............................................................7-83
Exterior care ...............................................................7-83
Interior care ................................................................7-88
AUTO HOLD .................................................................5-41
Automatic climate control system ................................3-130
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-131
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-132Automatic transmission (SBC) .......................................5-11
Automatic transmission operation ..............................5-11
Good driving practices ...............................................5-17
Parking........................................................................5-17
Automatic transmission (SBW) ......................................5-19
Automatic transmission operation..............................5-19
Good driving practices ...............................................5-27
LCD display messages ...............................................5-25
Parking........................................................................5-24
Battery .............................................................................7-38
Battery recharging ......................................................7-40
For best battery service ..............................................7-39
Reset features .............................................................7-42
Before driving ...................................................................5-4
Before entering the vehicle ..........................................5-4
Before starting ..............................................................5-4
Engine Start/Stop button ..............................................5-6
Blind-spot Collision Warning (BCW) system ................5-57
BCW(Blind-spot Collision Warning) .........................5-58
Limitation of system ..................................................5-63
RCCW(Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning) .........5-60
Brake fluid ......................................................................7-30
Checking the brake fluid level ...................................7-30
Index
A
B
I-3
Braking system ...............................................................5-33
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................................5-45
AUTO HOLD .............................................................5-41
Disc brakes wear indicator .........................................5-34
Electronic parking brake (EPB) .................................5-36
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).............................5-48
Foot parking brake .....................................................5-34
Good braking practices ..............................................5-52
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .................................5-52
Power brakes ..............................................................5-33
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) .......................5-51
Bulb wattage .....................................................................8-3
California perchlorate notice ..........................................7-95
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-35
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-38
Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-36
Climate control additional features...............................3-150
Cluster ionizer ..........................................................3-150
CO2 control auto air conditioner .............................3-151
Rear climate system ON/OFF ..................................3-151
Smart ventilation ......................................................3-150
Climate control air filter .................................................7-34
Filter inspection ..........................................................7-34
Consumer information ....................................................8-10Defroster .......................................................................3-149
Rear window defroster .............................................3-149
Dimensions .......................................................................8-2
Door locks .......................................................................3-11
Auto door lock/unlock features ..................................3-14
Child-protector rear door locks ..................................3-14
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............3-12
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ..........3-11
Power Door Latch ......................................................3-12
Drive mode integrated control system ............................5-54
Driver assist system ......................................................3-124
Parking Distance Warning (Reverse/Forward)
system....................................................................3-126
Rear view monitor ....................................................3-124
Surround View Monitor (SVM) system ...................3-125
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system ....................5-104
Resetting the system .................................................5-106
System malfunction ..................................................5-107
System setting and activation ...................................5-104
System standby.........................................................5-106
Driver position memory system .....................................3-16
Easy access function ..................................................3-18
Resetting the driver's seat memory system ................3-17
Storing positions into memory ...................................3-16
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Index
C
D
I-5
If the engine overheats ......................................................6-7
If the engine will not start.................................................6-3
If the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly ....6-3
If the engine turns over normally but doesn't start ......6-3
If you have a flat tire ......................................................6-15
Changing tires ............................................................6-16
Jack and tools .............................................................6-15
Jack label ....................................................................6-21
Important safety precautions.............................................2-2
Air bag hazards ............................................................2-2
Always wear your seat belt ..........................................2-2
Control your speed .......................................................2-3
Driver distraction..........................................................2-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition.............................2-3
Restrain all children .....................................................2-2
In case of an emergency while driving .............................6-2
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing ..............6-2
If the engine stalls while driving..................................6-2
If you have a flat tire while driving .............................6-3
Instrument cluster ...........................................................3-59
Gauges ........................................................................3-61
Instrument Cluster Control .........................................3-60
LCD Display Control .................................................3-61
Instrument panel overview ........................................1-5, 1-6Interior features .............................................................3-155
Bag hanger................................................................3-161
Clock ........................................................................3-160
Clothes hanger ..........................................................3-160
Cup holder ................................................................3-155
Floor mat anchor(s) ..................................................3-161
Luggage net holder ...................................................3-164
Power outlet..............................................................3-156
Rear curtain ..............................................................3-162
Side curtain...............................................................3-163
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-156
USB Charger ............................................................3-157
Wireless Cellular Phone Charging System ..............3-158
Interior overview...............................................................1-4
Jump starting .....................................................................6-4
Push-starting .................................................................6-6
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