Maintenance
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Longer wearing tires can be more
susceptible to irregular tread wear.
It is very important to follow the tire
rotation interval in this chapter to
achieve the tread life potential of
these tires. Cuts and punctures in
radial-ply tires are repairable only in
the tread area, because of sidewall
flexing. Consult your tire dealer for
radial-ply tire repairs.
WARNING
Do not mix bias ply and radial ply
tires under any circumstances.
This may cause unusual handling
characteristics that may cause loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
Low Aspect Ratio Tires
The aspect ratio is lower than 50 on
low aspect ratio tires.
Because low aspect ratio tires are
optimized for handling and braking,
their sidewall is a little stiffer than
a standard tire. Also low aspect
ratio tires tend to be wider and
consequently have a greater contact
patch with the road surface. In some
instances they may generate more
road noise compared with standard
tires.
CAUTION
The side wall of a low aspect ratio
tire is shorter than the normal one.
Thus, the low-aspect wheel and
tire are easily damaged. Follow the
below instructions.
• When driving on a rough road or
driving off a road, be careful not
to damage the tires and wheels.
After driving, inspect the tires
and wheels.
• When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive the vehicle slowly so
as not to damage the tires and
wheels.
• When there is an impact on a tire,
inspect the tire condition. Or,
contact an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
• Inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 1,800 miles (3,000
km) to prevent tire damage.
• It is difficult to recognize a tire
damage only with your eyes.
When there is a slight hint of a
tire damage, check and replace
the tire to prevent the damage
caused by air leakage.
• When a tire is damaged while
driving on a rough road, off a
road, or over obstacles, such as a
pothole, manhole, or curb stone,
your warranty does not cover the
damage.
• The tire information is specified
on the tire side wall.
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9-67
Corrosion protection
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion
By using the most advanced design
and construction practices to combat
corrosion, Genesis Branded Vehicle
produces vehicles of the highest quality.
However, this is only part of the job.
To achieve the long-term corrosion
resistance, the owner’s cooperation and
assistance is also required.
Common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion
on your vehicle are:
• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is
allowed to accumulate underneath
the vehicle.
• Removal of paint or protective
coatings by stones, gravel, abrasion
or minor scrapes and dents which
leave unprotected metal exposed to
corrosion.High-corrosion areas
If you live in an area where your vehicle is
regularly exposed to corrosive materials,
corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion 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, particularly when
temperatures are just above freezing. In
such conditions, the corrosive material is
kept in contact with the vehicle 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
moisture and promote corrosion.
High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be
dispersed. For all these reasons, it is
particularly important to keep your
vehicle clean and free of mud or
accumulations of other materials. This
applies not only to the visible surfaces
but particularly to the underside of the
vehicle.
Maintenance
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Operating precautions for catalytic
converters
WARNING
The exhaust system and catalytic
converter are very hot during and
immediately after the engine has been
running. To avoid SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH:
• Do not park, idle, or drive the vehicle
over or near flammable objects, such
as grass, vegetation, paper, leaves,
etc. A hot exhaust system can ignite
flammable items under your vehicle.
• Keep away from the exhaust system
and catalytic converter or you may
get burned.
Also, do not remove the heat sink
around the exhaust system, do not
seal the bottom of the vehicle, and
do not coat the vehicle for corrosion
control. It may present a fire risk
under certain conditions.
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.
To prevent damage to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle, take the
following precautions:
• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for
gasoline engines.
• Do not operate the vehicle when
there are signs of engine malfunction,
such as misfire or a noticeable loss of
performance.
• Do not misuse or abuse the engine.
Examples of misuse are coasting with
the engine off and descending steep
grades in gear with the engine off.
• Do not operate the engine at high idle
speed for extended periods
(5 minutes or more).
• Do not modify or tamper with any
part of the engine or emission
control system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products.
• Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level.
Running out of fuel could cause the
engine to misfire, damaging the
catalytic converter.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE
NOTICE
Perchlorate Material-special handling
may apply, See: www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Notice to California Vehicle Dismantlers:
Perchlorate containing materials, such as
air bag inflators, seatbelt pretensioners
and keyless remote entry batteries, must
be disposed of according to Title 22
California Code of Regulations Section
67384.10 (a).
Index
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A
Accessing Your Vehicle
........................................................................\
.................5-4
Immobilizer System
........................................................................\
................5-11
Smart Key ........................................................................\
.................................. 5-4
Active Hood Lift System
........................................................................\
............3-69
System Activation
........................................................................\
...................3-69
System Limitation
........................................................................\
...................3-70
System Malfunction
........................................................................\
................3-71
Active Sound Design
........................................................................\
...................6-51
Air Bag - Supplemental Restraint System
...........................................................3-46
Additional Safety Precautions
........................................................................\
.3-68
Air Bag Warning Labels
........................................................................\
..........3-68
How does the Air Bags System Operate?
.......................................................3-52
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
..........................................................3-57
SRS Care
........................................................................\
.................................3-67
What to Expect After an Air Bag Inflates
.......................................................3-56
Where are the Air Bags?
........................................................................\
.........3-48
Why Didn’t My Air Bag Go Off in a Collision?
.............................................3-62
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
................................... 9-23
Filter Replacement
........................................................................\
..................9-23
Air Conditioner Compressor Label
.....................................................................2-15
Air Conditioning System
........................................................................\
.............2-11
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
........................................................................\
.............6-37
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation
................................................................6-37
Emergency Precautions
........................................................................\
...........6-39
Appearance Care
........................................................................\
..........................9-63
Exterior Care
........................................................................\
...........................9-63
Interior Care
........................................................................\
............................9-69
Automatic Climate Control System
.....................................................................5-93
Automatic Temperature Control Mode
...........................................................5-96
Manual Temperature Control Mode
................................................................5-97
System Maintenance
........................................................................\
.............5-106
System Operation
........................................................................\
..................5-105
Automatic Transmission
........................................................................\
..............6-10
Automatic Transmission Operation ................................................................. 6-10
Good Driving Practices
........................................................................\
...........6-19
LCD Display Messages (Cluster) .................................................................... 6-16
Paddle Shifter (Manual Shift Mode)
...............................................................6-19
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C
Cabin Air Filter
........................................................................\
............................9-24
Filter Inspection
........................................................................\
......................9-24
Filter Replacement
........................................................................\
..................9-24
California Perchlorate Notice
........................................................................\
......9-74
Child Restraint System (CRS)
........................................................................\
.....3-37
Children Always in the Rear
........................................................................\
...3-37
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) ......................................................3-40
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS)
......................................................3-38
Climate Control Additional Features
.................................................................5-111
Auto Defogging System
........................................................................\
.........5-111
Auto Dehumidify
........................................................................\
.................5-112
Recirculating Air when Washer Fluid is Used
..............................................5-113
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation
.................................................................5-113
Coasting
........................................................................\
......................................6-47
Coasting Operating Conditions
.......................................................................6-47
Coasting Release Conditions ........................................................................\
... 6-48
Coasting Setting
........................................................................\
......................6-47
Consumer Information
........................................................................\
.................2-16
D
Dimensions
........................................................................\
....................................2-8
Door Lock
........................................................................\
....................................5-25
Automatic Door Lock and Unlock Features
...................................................5-30
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks
..................................................................5-30
Electronic Child Safety Lock
........................................................................\
.5-31
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle
..............................................5-27
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle
............................................5-25
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off Function
......................................................................5-32
Drive Mode Integrated Control System
...............................................................6-49
Drive Mode
........................................................................\
.............................6-49
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
.......................................................................7-57
System Malfunction and Limitations
..............................................................7-60
System Operation
........................................................................\
....................7-58
System Settings
........................................................................\
......................7-57
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H
Hazard Warning Flasher
........................................................................\
................8-2
Head-Up Display (HUD)
........................................................................\
............5-76
Head-Up Display Information ........................................................................\
. 5-76
Head-Up Display Settings
........................................................................\
.......5-76
Precautions While Using the Head-Up Display
..............................................5-77
High Beam Assist (HBA)
........................................................................\
............5-87
System Malfunction and Limitations
..............................................................5-88
System Operation
........................................................................\
....................5-88
System Setting
........................................................................\
.........................5-87
Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
........................................................................\
.7-99
System Malfunction and Limitations
............................................................7-108
System Operation
........................................................................\
..................7-101
System Settings
........................................................................\
.....................7-100
I
Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
........................................................................\
................6-43
Forced to Restart Engine
........................................................................\
.........6-46
ISG Malfunction ........................................................................\
...................... 6-46
ISG System Off
........................................................................\
.......................6-45
ISG System Operation ........................................................................\
............. 6-43
If the Engine Overheats
........................................................................\
.................8-7
If the Engine will not Start ........................................................................\
............. 8-3
If you have a Flat Tire (with Spare Tire, If equipped)
.........................................8-13
Changing Tires
........................................................................\
........................8-14
Jack and Tools
........................................................................\
.........................8-13
Jack Label ........................................................................\
................................ 8-19
Important Safety Precautions
........................................................................\
.........3-2
Air Bag Hazards
........................................................................\
........................3-2
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
........................................................................\
.....3-2
Control Your Speed
........................................................................\
...................3-2
Driver Distraction ........................................................................\
...................... 3-2
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition
...............................................................3-2
Restrain All Children ........................................................................\
................. 3-2
In Case of an Emergency while Driving
................................................................8-2
If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing .................................................8-2
If the Engine Stalls While Driving
....................................................................8-2
If You Have a Flat Tire While Driving
..............................................................8-3
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S
Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
........................................................................\
................7-49
System Operation
........................................................................\
....................7-51
System Settings
........................................................................\
.......................7-50
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
........................................................................\
...........7-45
System Operation
........................................................................\
....................7-47
System Settings
........................................................................\
.......................7-46
Scheduled Maintenance Services
........................................................................\
..9-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
................................................9-12
Normal Maintenance Schedule
........................................................................\
.9-9
Seat Belts
........................................................................\
.....................................3-25
Additional Seat Belt Safety Precautions
.........................................................3-34
Care of Seat Belts
........................................................................\
....................3-36
Pre-Active Seat Belt (PSB)
........................................................................\
....3-33
Seat Belt Restraint System
........................................................................\
......3-27
Seat Belt Safety Precautions
........................................................................\
...3-25
Seat Belt Warning Light
........................................................................\
..........3-26
Seats
........................................................................\
...............................................3-3
Air Ventilation Seats
........................................................................\
...............3-22
Front Seats
........................................................................\
.................................3-7
Head Restraints
........................................................................\
.......................3-16
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
........................................................................\
...3-23
Rear Seats
........................................................................\
................................3-13
Safety Precautions
........................................................................\
.....................3-6
Seat Warmers
........................................................................\
...........................3-19
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
........................................................................\
........7-69
System Display and Control ........................................................................\
.... 7-76
System Malfunction and Limitations
..............................................................7-81
System Operation
........................................................................\
....................7-75
System Settings
........................................................................\
.......................7-70