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NOTICE
Do not install any accessories on the 
windows. The automatic reverse 
feature may not operate.
Power window lock switch
OCN7050027
The driver can disable the power window 
switches on the rear passenger doors by 
pressing the power window lock switch.
When the power window lock switch is 
pressed:
•	The rear passenger control will not 
be able to operate the rear passenger 
power window
•	 Note that the front passenger control 
is still able to operate the front 
passenger window, and that the driver 
master control can still operate all the 
power windows.
NOTICE
•	To prevent possible damage to the 
power window system, do not open 
or close two windows or more at the 
same time. This will also ensure the 
longevity of the fuse.
•	 Never try to operate the main 
switch on the driver’s door and the 
individual door window switch in 
opposite directions at the same time. 
If this is done, the window will stop 
and cannot be opened or closed.
 WARNING
•	NEVER leave the keys in your vehicle 
with unsupervised children, when 
the engine is running. 
•	 NEVER leave any child unattended in 
the vehicle. Even very young children 
may inadvertently cause the vehicle 
to move, entangle themselve s in 
the windows, or otherwise injure 
themselves or others. 
•	 Always double check to make 
sure arms, hands, head and other 
obstructions are safely out of the 
way before closing a window. 
•	 Do not allow children to play with the 
power windows. Keep the driver’s 
door power window lock switch in 
the LOCK position (pressed). Serious 
injury can result from unintentional 
window operation by the child. 
•	 Do not extend your head, arms or 
body outside the windows while 
driving.    

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Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the 
following:
•	 All filler caps in engine 
compartment must be correctly 
installed.
•	 Gloves, rags or any other 
combustible material must 
be removed from the engine 
compartment.
2.
 Re
turn the support rod to its clip to 
prevent it from rattling.
3.
 Lo
wer the hood halfway (lifted 
approximately 30
 cm fr
om the closed 
position) and push down to securely 
lock in place. Then double check to be 
sure the hood is secure.
If the hood can be raised slightly, 
it is not securely locked. Open it 
again and close it with more force. WARNING
•	 Before closing the hood, ensure 
all obstructions are removed from 
around the hood opening.
•	 Always double check to be sure that 
the hood is firmly latched before 
driving away. Check there is no 
hood open warning light or message 
displayed on the instrument cluster. 
Driving with the hood opened may 
cause a total loss of visibility, which 
might result in an accident.
•	 Do not move the vehicle with the 
hood in the raised position, as vision 
is obstructed, which might result in 
an accident, and the hood could fall 
or be damaged.    

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•	Do not get back into a vehicle 
once you have begun refueling. 
You can generate a build-up of 
static electricity by touching, 
rubbing or sliding against any item 
or fabric capable of producing 
static electricity. Static electricity 
discharge can ignite fuel vapors 
causing a fire. If you must re-enter 
the vehicle, you should once again 
eliminate potentially dangerous 
static electricity discharge by 
touching a metal part of the vehicle, 
away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle 
or other gasoline source, with your 
bare hand.
•	 When refueling, always move the 
shift lever to the P (Park) position, 
set the parking brake, and place the 
ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF 
position.
•	 Sparks produced by electrical 
components related to the engine 
can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
•	 When using an approved portable 
fuel container, be sure to place the 
container on the ground prior to 
refueling. Static electricity discharge 
from the container can ignite fuel 
vapors causing a fire. Once refueling 
has begun, contact between your 
bare hand and the vehicle should 
be maintained until the filling is 
complete.
•	 Use only approved portable plastic 
fuel containers designed to carry and 
store gasoline.
•	 Do not use matches or a lighter and 
do not smoke or leave a lit cigarette 
in your vehicle while at a gas station, 
especially during refueling.•	Do not over-fill or top-off your 
vehicle tank, which can cause 
gasoline spillage.
•	 If a fire breaks out during refueling, 
leave the vicinity of the vehicle, and 
immediately contact the manager 
of the gas station and then contact 
the local fire department. Follow any 
safety instructions they provide.
•	 If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can 
cover your clothes or skin and thus 
subject you to the risk of fire and 
burns. Always remove the fuel cap 
carefully and slowly. If the cap is 
venting fuel or if you hear a hissing 
sound, wait until the condition stops 
before completely removing the cap.
•	 Always check that the fuel cap is 
installed securely to prevent fuel 
spillage in the event of an accident.
 Information
Make sure to refuel your vehicle according 
to the “Fuel Requirements” suggested in 
the Introduction chapter.
NOTICE
•	Do not spill fuel on the exterior 
surfaces of the vehicle. Any type of 
fuel spilled on painted surfaces may 
damage the paint.
•	 If the fuel filler cap requires 
replacement, use only a genuine 
HYUNDAI cap or the equivalent 
specified for your vehicle. An 
incorrect fuel filler cap can result 
in a serious malfunction of the fuel 
system or emission control system.   

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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 
recirculation 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.
•	 During air conditioning system 
operation, you may occasionally 
notice a slight change in engine speed 
as the air conditioning compressor 
cycles. This is a normal system 
operation characteristic.
•	 Use the air conditioning system 
every month only for a few minutes 
to ensure maximum system 
performance.
•	 When using the air conditioning 
system, you may notice clear water 
dripping (or even puddling) on the 
ground under the passenger side of 
the vehicle. This is a normal system 
operation characteristic.
•	 If you operate the air conditioner 
excessively, the difference between 
the temperature of the outside air and 
that of the windshield could cause 
the outer surface of the windshield to 
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this 
case, set the mode selection button to 
the 
 position and set the fan speed 
control knob to the lowest speed 
setting.
System Maintenance
Cabin air filter
OIK047401L[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Cabin 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 conditioning system.
Have the cabin air filter replaced by an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to 
the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle 
is being driven in severe conditions such 
as dusty or rough roads, more frequent 
cabin air filter inspections and changes 
are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases, 
the system should be checked at an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
 Information
•	 Replace the filter according to the 
Maintenance Schedule. 
•	 If the car is being driven in severe 
conditions such as dusty, rough 
roads, more frequent cabin air filter 
inspections and changes are required. 
•	 When the air flow rate suddenly 
decreases, we recommend that the 
system be checked by an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer.    

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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 
recirculation 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.
•	 During air conditioning system 
operation, you may occasionally 
notice a slight change in engine speed 
as the air conditioning compressor 
cycles. This is a normal system 
operation characteristic.
•	 Use the air conditioning system 
every month only for a few minutes 
to ensure maximum system 
performance.
•	 When using the air conditioning 
system, you may notice clear water 
dripping (or even puddling) on the 
ground under the passenger side of 
the vehicle. This is a normal system 
operation characteristic.
•	 If you operate the air conditioner 
excessively, the difference between 
the temperature of the outside air and 
that of the windshield could cause 
the outer surface of the windshield to 
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this 
case, set the mode selection button to 
the 
 position and set the fan speed 
control knob to the lowest speed 
setting.
System Maintenance
Cabin air filter
OIK047401L[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Cabin 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 conditioning system.
Have the cabin air filter replaced by an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to 
the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle 
is being driven in severe conditions such 
as dusty or rough roads, more frequent 
cabin air filter inspections and changes 
are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases, 
the system should be checked at an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
 Information
•	 Replace the filter according to the 
Maintenance Schedule. 
•	 If the car is being driven in severe 
conditions such as dusty, rough 
roads, more frequent cabin air filter 
inspections and changes are required. 
•	 When the air flow rate suddenly 
decreases, we recommend that the 
system be checked by an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer.    
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Wireless Cellular Phone 
Charging System (if equipped)
OCN7050070
[A] : Charging pad 
There is a wireless cellular phone charger 
inside the front console. 
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Wireless Cellular Phone 
Charging System (if equipped)
OCN7050070
[A] : Charging pad 
There is a wireless cellular phone charger 
inside the front console. 
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Wireless Cellular Phone 
Charging System (if equipped)
OCN7050070
[A] : Charging pad 
There is a wireless cellular phone charger 
inside the front console. 
The system is available when all doors 
are closed, and when the ignition switch 
is in the ACC/ON position. 
To charge a cellular phone 
The wireless cellular phone charging 
system charges only the Qi-enabled 
cellular phones. Read the label on the 
cellular phone accessory cover or visit 
your cellular phone manufacturer’s 
website to check whether your cellular 
phone supports the Qi technology. 
The wireless charging process starts 
when you put a Qi-enabled cellular 
phone on the wireless charging unit. 
1.
 Remo
ve other items, including the 
smart key, from the wireless charging 
unit. If not, the wireless charging 
process may be interrupted. Place the 
cellular phone on the center of the 
charging pad (
).
2.
 When charging s
tarts, a charging 
icon is displayed on the infotainment 
system screen. However, depending 
on the infotainment system screen, 
the wireless charging icon may not be 
displayed. See the infotainment web 
manual for details.
3.
 You can turn ON or OFF the wir
eless 
charging function in the user settings 
mode on the instrument cluster. For 
further information, refer to the “LCD 
Display Modes” in this chapter.
The system warns you with a message 
on the LCD display if the cellular phone 
is still on the wireless charging unit after 
the engine is turned OFF and the front 
door is opened.   

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Winter Driving ........................................................................\
.....................6-46Snow or Icy Conditions ........................................................................\
.................. 6-46
Winter Precautions ........................................................................\
......................... 6-47
Vehicle load limit........................................................................\
................. 6-49Tire Loading Information Label ........................................................................\
..... 6-50
Trailer Towing ........................................................................\
....................... 6-54
 WARNING
Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and 
death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.
Do not inhale engine exhaust.
If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows 
immediately. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the 
oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you 
drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle, have the exhaust 
system checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous 
practice. Run the engine only long enough to start the engine and to move the vehicle 
out of the garage.
Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the 
vehicle, be sure to do so only in an open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan 
control set to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
Keep the air intakes clear.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the ventilation air intakes 
located in front of the windshield clear of snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.
If you must drive with the trunk open:
Close all windows.
Open instrument panel air vents.
Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face", and the fan 
control set to high.
 WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust and a wide variety 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 certain 
products of components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California 
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.    

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Key ignition switch positions
Switch 
Position Action
Notice
LOCK To turn the ignition switch to the 
LOCK position, put the key in at 
the ACC position and turn the key 
towards the LOCK position.
The ignition key can be removed in 
the LOCK position.
ACC Electrical accessories are usable.
The steering wheel unlocks.
ON This is the normal key position when 
the engine has started.
All features and accessories are 
usable.
The warning lights can be checked 
when you turn the ignition switch 
from ACC to ON. Do not leave the ignition switch in 
the ON position when the engine is 
not running in order to prevent the 
battery from discharging.
START To start the engine, turn the ignition 
switch to the START position. The 
switch returns to the ON position 
when you let go of the key. The engine will crank until you 
release the key. 
While Driving