Driving Your Vehicle
6-4
Before Entering the Vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mirror(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 outer side view
mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
• Check the gauges and indicators
in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the Engine Start/Stop button is
in the ON position.
• Check that any items you are carrying
are stored properly or fastened down
securely.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
• ALWAYS wear your seat belt. All
passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving.
For more information, refer to “Seat
Belts” section in chapter 3.
• Always drive defensively. Assume
other drivers or pedestrians may be
careless and make mistakes.
• Stay focused on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause
accidents.
• Leave plenty of space between you
and the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING
NEVER drink or take drugs and drive.
Drinking or taking drugs and driving
is dangerous and may result in an
accident and SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Just
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions and
emergencies and your reaction time
gets worse with each additional drink.
Driving while under the influence
of drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take
drugs and drive. If you are drinking or
taking drugs, don’t drive. Do not ride
with a driver who has been drinking
or taking drugs. Choose a designated
driver or call a taxi.
BEFORE DRIVING
Driving Your Vehicle
6-68
Backing up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel
with one hand. Then, to move the trailer
to the left, move your hand to the left. To
move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly
and, if possible, have someone guide
you.
Making turns
When you’re turning with a trailer, make
wider turns than normal. Do this so your
trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs,
road signs, trees, or other objects. Avoid
jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in
advance.
Turn signals
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has
to have a different turn signal flasher and
extra wiring. The green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash whenever you
signal a turn or lane change. Properly
connected, the trailer lights will also flash
to alert other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes, or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows
on your instrument panel will flash for
turns even if the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think
drivers behind you are seeing your
signals when, in fact, they are not. It’s
important to check frequently to be sure
the trailer bulbs are still working. You
must also check the lights every time
you disconnect and then reconnect the
wires.
WARNING
Do not connect a trailer lighting system
directly to your vehicle’s lighting
system. Use an approved trailer wiring
harness. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the vehicle electrical system
and/or personal injury. Consult an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products for assistance.
Driving on hills
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
before you start down a long or steep
downgrade. If you don’t shift to a lower
gear, you may have to use your brakes
excessively and they would overheat and
may not operate efficiently.
On a long uphill grade, shift to a lower
gear and reduce your speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transmission
overheating.
If your trailer weighs more than the
maximum trailer weight without trailer
brakes and you have an automatic
transmission, you should drive in D
(Drive) when towing a trailer.
Operating your vehicle in D (Drive)
when towing a trailer will minimize heat
build-up and extend the life of your
transmission.
9
Tires and Wheels ............................................................................................. 9-30Tire Care .....................................................................................................................9-30
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures .......................................................... 9-30
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ..................................................................................... 9-31
Tire Rotation ............................................................................................................... 9-32
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...........................................................................9-33
Tire Replacement .......................................................................................................9-33
Wheel Replacement ...................................................................................................9-34
Tire Traction ................................................................................................................9-34
Tire Maintenance........................................................................................................9-34
Tire Sidewall Labeling ................................................................................................9-35
Tire Terminology and Definitions ............................................................................. 9-38
All Season Tires ........................................................................................................... 9-41
Summer Tires ............................................................................................................. 9-41
Snow Tires.................................................................................................................. 9-42
Radial-Ply Tires .......................................................................................................... 9-42
Low Aspect Ratio Tires .............................................................................................. 9-43
Fuses ................................................................................................................ 9-44
Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement ....................................................................... 9-45
Engine Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement ..................................................... 9-46
Fuse/Relay Panel Description....................................................................................9-47
Light Bulbs .......................................................................................................9-60Headlamp, Position Lamp, Turn Signal Lamp, Daytime Running Light (DRL)
Replacement .............................................................................................................. 9-61
Puddle Lamp Replacement ...................................................................................... 9-62
Rear Combination Lamp Replacement ................................................................... 9-62
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement ................................................................. 9-63
License Plate Lamp Replacement ............................................................................ 9-63
Interior Light Replacement ....................................................................................... 9-63
Appearance Care ............................................................................................ 9-65
Exterior Care .............................................................................................................. 9-65
Interior Care ................................................................................................................9-7 0
Emission Control System ................................................................................ 9-73
California Perchlorate Notice ..........................................................................9-75