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6-23
 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.
NOTICE
•	If the parking brake warning light is 
still on even though the EPB has been 
released, we recommend that the 
system be checked by an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer.
•	 Do not drive your vehicle with the 
EPB applied. It may cause excessive 
brake pad and brake rotor wear.
EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) may be 
automatically applied when: 
•	 Requested by other systems
•	 The driver turns the engine off while 
Auto Hold is operating.
•	 The vehicle is parked on the slope and 
the Engine Start/Stop button is in the 
OFF position.
•	 The Engine is turned off when the 
driver tries to park but the vehicle still 
moves a bit. 
Warning messages
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To release EPB, fasten seatbelt, close 
door, hood and trunk
•	If you try to drive with the EPB 
applied, a warning will sound and a 
message will appear. 
•	 If the driver's seat belt is unfastened 
and the engine hood or trunk is 
opened, a warning will sound and a 
message will appear. 
•	 If there is a problem with the vehicle, 
a warning may sound and a message 
may appear. 
If the situation occurs, depress the brake 
pedal and release EPB by pressing the 
EPB switch.    
09
9-11
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under
severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance
intervals.
R : Replace
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance 
operation Maintenance intervals Driving 
condition
Engine oil and filter *
1R Replace every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or 6 months A, B, C, D, 
E, F, G, H, I,  J, K, L
Air cleaner filter IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition A, B, F, G, 
H, I, K
Steering gear rack, linkage and 
boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball joints IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers 
and rotors IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Parking brake IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, G, H
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, J
Cabin air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition C, E, G
Intelligent variable transmission  
fluid (if equipped) RReplace every 60,000miles 
(90,000 km) A, C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, K
Rear differential oil RReplace every 72,000 miles 
(120,000 km) C, D, E, G, 
H, I, J
Transfer case oil  No check, No service required
*1 : Requires  grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral 
oil) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated for 
severe maintenance condition.   
Maintenance
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Engine Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the 
intervals specified in the maintenance 
schedule.
Intelligent variable transmission 
fluid (if equipped)
Intelligent variable transmission fluid 
should not be checked under normal 
usage conditions.
We recommend that the Intelligent 
variable transmission fluid is changed by 
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer according 
to the maintenance schedule.
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, 
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any 
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or 
damaged parts immediately.
Brake Fluid 
Check the brake fluid level in the brake 
fluid reservoir. The level should be 
between the MIN and the MAX marks 
on the side of the reservoir. Use only 
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 
4 specification.
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system 
including the parking brake pedal and 
cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and 
Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs 
for run out and wear, and calipers for 
fluid leakage.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for 
looseness or damage. Retighten to the 
specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage & 
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the engine 
off, check for excessive freeplay in the 
steering wheel. Check the linkage for 
bends or damage. Check the dust boots 
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, 
or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps 
for cracks, deterioration, or damage. 
Replace any damaged parts and, if 
necessary, repack the grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and 
connections for leakage and damage.