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Air conditioning system operation tips
 If the vehicle has been parked indirect sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
 After sufficient cooling has been achieved, switch back from recir-
culation mode to fresh mode.
 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 with the win-
dows and sunroof closed.
 Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes
to ensure maximum system per-
formance.
 If you operate air conditioner excessively, the difference
between the temperature of the
outside air and that of the wind-
shield could cause the outer sur-
face of the windshield to fog up,
causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob
or button to the  position and
fan speed control to the lower
speed.
System Maintenance
Cabin air filter
[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Climate control air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : Heater core
The cabin air filter is installed behind
the glove box. It filters the dust or
other pollutants that enter the vehicle
through the heating and air condi-
tioning system. Have the cabin air filter replaced by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
according to the maintenance sched-
ule. If the vehicle is being driven in
severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads and/or if transporting
pets or occupants smoke inside the
vehicle, then more frequent cabin air
filter inspections and changes are
required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreas-
es, the system should be checked at
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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When using the air conditioning
system, monitor the engine tem-
perature gauge closely while driv-
ing up hills or in heavy traffic
when outside temperatures are
high. Air conditioning system
operation when climbing a steep
grade or in high outside ambient
temperatures can cause engine
overheating. Continue to use the
fan, but turn the air conditioning
system off if the engine tempera-
ture gauge indicates engine over-
heating.
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.
 After sufficient cooling has been achieved, switch back from recir-
culation mode to fresh mode.  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 with the
windows and sunroof closed.
 Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few min-
utes to ensure maximum system
performance.
 If you operate air conditioner excessively, the difference
between the temperature of the
outside air and that of the wind-
shield could cause the outer sur-
face of the windshield to fog up,
causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob
or button to the  position and
fan speed control to the lower
speed.
System Maintenance
Cabin air filter
[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Climate control air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : Heater core
The cabin air filter is installed behind
the glove box. It filters the dust or
other pollutants that enter the vehicle
through the heating and air condi-
tioning system.
NOTICE
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3
 Keep your drinks sealed whiledriving to prevent spilling your
drink. If liquid spills, it may get
into the vehicle's electrical/elec-
tronic system and damage elec-
trical/electronic parts.
 When cleaning spilled liquids do not use hot air to blow out or dry
the cup holder. This may dam-
age the interior.
Sunvisor
To use the sunvisor, pull it down-
ward.
To use the sunvisor to block the sun
from the side window, pull it down-
ward, release it from the bracket (1)
and swing it to the side towards the
window (2).
To use the vanity mirror, pull down
the sunvisor and slide the mirror
cover (3).
Adjust the sunvisor forward or back-
ward (4) as needed. Use the ticket
holder (5) to hold tickets.
NOTICE
Keep cans or bottles out of
direct sun light and do not put
them in a hot vehicle. It may
explode.
WARNING 
Do not place uncovered or
unsecured cups, bottles,
cans, etc., in the cup holder
containing hot liquid while the
vehicle is in motion. Injuries
may result in the event of a
sudden stop or collision.
Only use soft cups in the cup
holders. Hard objects can
injure you in an accident.
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Driving your vehicle
Before Entering the Vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean
and unobstructed.
 Remove frost, snow, or ice.
 Visually check the tires for uneven wear and damage.
 Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
 Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back
up.
Before Starting
 Make sure the hood, the liftgate,and the doors are securely closed
and locked.
 Adjust the position of the seat and steering wheel.
 Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
 Verify all the lights work.
 Fasten your seatbelt. Check that all passengers have fastened their
seatbelts.
 Check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument dis-
play when the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
 Check that any items you are car- rying are stored properly or fas-
tened down securely.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Engine exhaust and a wide vari-
ety of automobile components
including components found in
the interior furnishings in a
vehicle, contain or emit harmful
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
birth defects and reproductive
harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and cer-
tain products of components
contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive
harm.WARNING  
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Releasing the parking brake
To release the EPB (Electronic
Parking Brake), press the EPB
switch in the following condition:
 Place the ignition switch in the ONposition.
 Depress the brake pedal.
Make sure the Parking Brake
Warning Light goes off.
To release EPB (Electronic Parking
Brake) automatically:
 Shift lever in P (Park) With the engine running depress
the brake pedal and shift out of P
(Park) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
 Shift lever in N (Neutral) With the engine running depress
the brake pedal and shift out of N
(Neutral) to R (Reverse) or D
(Drive).
 Satisfy the following conditions 1. Ensure seat belts are fastened and the doors, hood and liftgate
are closed.
2. With the engine running, depress the brake pedal and shift out of P
(Park) to R (Reverse), D (Drive)
or Manual shift mode.
3. Depress the accelerator pedal.
Make sure the Parking Brake
Warning light goes off.
Information 
• For your safety, you can engage the EPB even though the ignition
switch is in the OFF position, but
you cannot release it. 
• For your safety, depress the brake pedal and release the parking
brake manually with the EPB
switch when you drive downhill or
when backing up the vehicle.
 If the parking brake warning light is still on even though the
EPB has been released, have the
system checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
 Do not drive your vehicle with the EPB applied. It may cause
excessive brake pad and brake
rotor wear.
NOTICE
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Driving your vehicle
Driving with wheels and tires with dif-
ferent sizes may cause the ESC sys-
tem to malfunction. Before replacing
tires, make sure all four tires and
wheels are the same size. Never
drive the vehicle with different sized
tires and wheels installed.
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
The Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
helps prevent the vehicle from rolling
backwards when starting a vehicle
from a stop on a hill. The system
operates the brakes automatically for
approximately 2 seconds and releas-
es the brake after 2 seconds or when
the accelerator pedal is depressed.
 The HAC does not operate when the shift lever is in P (Park) or N
(Neutral)  
 The HAC activates even though the ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) is off but does not acti-
vate when the ESC has malfunc-
tioned.
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
The Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
feature assists the driver to descend
down a steep hill without having to
depress the brake pedal.
NOTICE
If ESC indicator light ( ) or
EPS warning light ( ) stays on
or blinks, your vehicle may have
a malfunction with the VSM sys-
tem. When the warning light illu-
minates, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer as soon as
possible.
WARNING  
Always be ready to depress the
accelerator pedal when starting
off on a incline. The HAC activates
only for approximately 2 seconds.
WARNING  
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Driving your vehicle
5
AWD Operation
If AWD warning light ( ) stays on the instrument cluster, your vehicle may have a malfunction with the
AWD system. When the AWD warning light ( ) illuminates have your vehicle checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING  
 In the AWD LOCK mode, the system is deactivated whenvehicle speed is over 40 mph (60 km/h) and the mode is shift-
ed to AWD AUTO mode. If the vehicle speed is reduced back
down to 40 mph (60 km/h) the system shifts back into AWD
LOCK mode.
 Use this mode when driving up or down steep inclines, driv- ing off-road, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc. to max-
imize traction.
 The driving force distribution (AWD) state is not displayed on the cluster LCD display.
AWD AUTO 
(AWD LOCK is deactivated) -
(not illuminated)
Transfer mode Selection button Indicator light Description
 In the AWD AUTO mode, under normal operating conditions,
the vehicle operates similar to conventional 2WD vehicles. If
the system determines there is a need for four wheel drive,
the engine's driving power is distributed to all four wheels
automatically.
 Use this mode when driving on normal roads.
 If you select the Assist mode (  ) in the cluster LCD dis- play, driving force distribution (AWD) state is displayed.
AWD LOCK
(illuminated)
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5
 The vehicle is on unpaved oruneven rough surfaces, or road
with sudden gradient changes.
 The vehicle drives through a con- struction area, on an unpaved
road, or above metal materials,
such as a railway
 The vehicle in front is too small to be detected (for example a motor-
cycle or a bicycle, etc.)
 The camera’s field of view is not well illuminated (either too dark or
too much reflection or too much
backlight that obscures the field of
view)
 The camera does not recognize the entire vehicle in front.
 The vehicle in front is an oversize vehicle or trailer that is too big to
be detected by the camera recog-
nition system (for example a trac-
tor trailer, etc.)
 The vehicle in front does not have rear lights or the rear lights are not
turned ON or the rear lights are
located unusually.
 The outside brightness changes suddenly, for example when enter-
ing or exiting a tunnel  The vehicle drives inside a building,
such as a basement parking lot
 The adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations
while driving
 You are on a roundabout and the vehicle in front circles
 The camera lens is contaminated due to tinted, filmed or coated
windshield, damaged glass, or
stuck of foreign matter (sticker,
bug, etc.) on the glass
 The camera is damaged.
 The brightness outside is too low such as when the headlamps are
not on at night or the vehicle is
going through a tunnel.
 Light coming from a street light or an oncoming vehicle is reflected
on a wet road surface such as a
puddle in the road
 The field of view in front is obstruct- ed by sun glare
 The shadow is on the road by a median strip, trees, etc.
 The vehicle drives through a toll- gate.  The windshield glass is fogged up; a
clear view of the road is obstructed
 The radar/camera sensor recogni- tion is limited
 The rear part of the vehicle in front is not normally visible (for exam-
ple, the vehicle is spinning or the
vehicle is overturned)
 There is severe irregular reflection from the radar sensor
 The sensor recognition changes suddenly when passing over a
speed bump
 The vehicle in front is driving errat- ically
 The vehicle in front is moving ver- tically to the driving direction  
 The vehicle in front is stopped ver- tically 
 The vehicle in front is driving towards your vehicle or reversing