2021 HYUNDAI IONIQ ELECTRIC wiper blades

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Driving your vehicle
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The ESC system (if equipped) must be
turned OFF before rocking the vehi-
cle.
If you are still stuck after rocking
the vehicle a few times, have the
vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle
to avoid vehicle overheating, pos-
sible damage to the reduction
gear and tire damage. See
"Towing" in chapter 6.Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are
wet. Ideally, corners should always
be taken under gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards
than driving in the daylight. Here are
some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more dis- tance between you and other vehi-
cles, as it may be more difficult tosee at night, especially in areas
where there may not be any street
lights.
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other driver's head-
lamps.
Keep your headlamps clean and properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlamps will make it
much more difficult to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the head- lamps of oncoming vehicles. You
could be temporarily blinded, and it
will take several seconds for your
eyes to readjust to the darkness.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. Here are a few things to
consider when driving in the rain or
on slick pavement:
Slow down and allow extra follow-ing distance. A heavy rainfall
makes it harder to see and increas-es the distance needed to stop
your vehicle.
Turn OFF your Cruise Control. (if equipped)
Replace your windshield wiper blades when they show signs ofstreaking or missing areas on thewindshield.
Be sure your tires have enough tread. If your tires do not have
enough tread, making a quick stop
on wet pavement can cause a skid
and possibly lead to an accident.
See "Tire Tread" in chapter 7 .
Turn on your headlamps to make it easier for others to see you.
Driving too fast through large pud- dles can affect your brakes. If you
must go through puddles, try to
drive through them slowly.
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
Motor compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5 Owner Maintenance Schedule .......................................7-6
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-11Coolant...................................................................7-12
Brake fluid ............................................................7-13 Checking the Brake Fluid Level ...................................7-13
Washer fluid .........................................................7-14 Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-14
Climate control air filter .....................................7-15 Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-15
Wiper blades .........................................................7-17 Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-17
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-17
12V Battery ...........................................................7-20 For Best Battery Service .............................................7-21
Battery Recharging ........................................................7-21
Reset Features.................................................................7-22 Tires and wheels ..................................................7-23
Tire Care ............................................................................7-23
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ...........7-24
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ......................................7-25
Tire Rotation ...................................................................7-26
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ............................7-27
Tire Replacement ............................................................7-27
Wheel Replacement ........................................................7-28
Tire Traction ....................................................................7-28
Tire Maintenance ............................................................7-28
Tire Sidewall Labeling ....................................................7-28
Tire Terminology and Definitions ..............................7-32
All Season Tires ...............................................................7-36
Summer Tires ...................................................................7-36
Snow Tires ........................................................................7-36
Radial-Ply Tires ...............................................................7-36
Low Aspect Ratio Tires ................................................7-37
Fuses ......................................................................7-39 Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement .......................7-40
Motor Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement ........7-41
Fuse/Relay Panel Description ......................................7-43
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Maintenance
At least twice a year:(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
Check radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check the seat belts for wear and function.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and hoodhinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
Lubricate door checker.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate reduction gear linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level. Follow Normal Maintenance
Schedule if the vehicle is usually
operated where none of the following
conditions apply. If any of the follow-
ing conditions apply, you must follow
the Maintenance Under Severe
Usage Conditions.
Repeated short distance driving.
Driving in dusty conditions or
sandy areas.
Extensive use of brakes.
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used.
Driving on rough or muddy roads.
Driving in mountainous areas.
Extended periods of low speed operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and/or extreme-
ly humid climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather
above 32°C (90°F).
For additional information or assis-
tance see your authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
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Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the wind-
shield or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water. To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, arms or other compo-
nents, do not:
Use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Attempt to move the wipers manually.
Use non-specified wiper blades.
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Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield diffi-
cult to clean.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
In order to prevent damage to the hood and the wiper arms, the
wiper arms should only be liftedwhen in the top wiping position.
Always return the wiper arms to the windshield before driving.
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Vehicle certification label .................................................8-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................................8-7
Vehicle load limit ..........................................................5-140
Tire Loading Information Label...............................5-141
Volume and weight ...........................................................8-5
Washer fluid ....................................................................7-14 Checking the Washer Fluid Level ..............................7-14
Windows .........................................................................3-31
Power Windows..........................................................3-32
Windshield defrosting and defogging ...........................3-122
Auto Defogging System ..........................................3-124
Defogging Logic ......................................................3-123
To Defog Inside Windshield.....................................3-122
To Defrost Outside Windshield ................................3-123
Winter driving ...............................................................5-138 Snow or Icy Conditions............................................5-138
Winter Precautions ........................................................5-138
Wiper blades ...................................................................7-17 Blade Inspection .........................................................7-17
Blade Replacement .....................................................7-17
Wipers and washers .....................................................3-104
Windshield Washers ................................................3-105
Windshield Wipers ..................................................3-104
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