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Armrest
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The armrest is located in the center of 
the rear seat. Pull the armrest down from 
the seatback to use it.
Rear occupant alert system (2nd 
seat)
This function alerts driver when you get 
out of a car while the passengers remain 
in the 2nd row seat.
If the front door is opened with 
passengers in the 2nd row seats, A 
warning message will appear in the 
instrument cluster. After the 1st warning 
if movement is detected in the 2nd row 
seat after all doors are locked, a second 
audible warning will be triggered.
Even if your vehicle is equipped with 
Rear Occupant Alert, always make sure 
to check the rear seat before you leave 
the vehicle.
For more information, refer to the “Rear 
occupant alert system” in chapter 3.
Head Restraints
The vehicle’s front and rear (second row 
and/or third row) seats have adjustable 
head restraints. The head restraints 
provide comfort for passengers, but 
more importantly they are designed to 
help protect passengers from whiplash 
and other neck and spinal injuries during 
an accident, especially in a rear impact 
collision.
 WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or 
death in an accident, take the following 
precautions when adjusting your head 
restraints:
•	Always properly adjust the head 
restraints for all passengers BEFORE 
starting the vehicle.
•	 NEVER let anyone ride in a seat 
with the head restraints removed or 
reversed.
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•	Adjust the head restraints so the 
middle of the head restraints is at the 
same height as the height of the top 
of the eyes.
•	 NEVER adjust the head restraints 
position of the driver’s seat when the 
vehicle is in motion.
•	 Adjust the head restraints as close to 
the passenger’s head as possible. Do 
not use a seat cushion that holds the 
body away from the seatback.
•	 Make sure the head restraints locks 
into position after adjusting it.    

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NOTICE
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If you recline the seatback towards the 
front with the head restraint and seat 
cushion raised, the head restraint may 
come in contact with the sunvisor or 
other parts of the vehicle.
Type A
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Type B
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Removal/Reinstall
To remove the head restraint:
1.
 Recline the sea
tback (2) with the 
seatback angle lever (1).
2.
 Raise the head res
traint as far as it can 
go.
3.
 Press the head r
estraint release button 
(3) while pulling the head restraint up 
(4).
 WARNING
NEVER allow anyone to travel in a seat 
with the head restraint removed.    

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Removal/Reinstallation
To remove the head restraint:
1.
 Raise the head res
traint as far as it can 
go.
2.
 Press the head r
estraint release button 
(1) while pulling the headrest up (2).
To reinstall the head restraint:
1.
 Put the head res
traint poles into the 
holes (3) while pressing the release 
button (1).
2.
 Adjus
t the head restraint to the 
appropriate height.
Seat warmers (if equipped)
Seat warmers are provided to warm the 
seats during cold weather.
During mild weather or under conditions 
where the operation of the seat warmer 
is not needed, keep the seat warmers 
OFF.
 WARNING
The seat warmers can cause a SERIOUS 
BURN, even at low temperatures and 
especially if used for long periods of 
time.
Passengers must be able to feel if the 
seat is becoming too warm so they can 
turn it off, if needed.
People who cannot detect temperature 
change or pain to the skin should 
use extreme caution, especially the 
following types of passengers:
•	 Infants, children, elderly or disabled 
persons, or hospital outpatients.
•	 People with sensitive skin or who 
burn easily.
•	 Fatigued individuals.
•	 Intoxicated individuals.
•	 People taking medication that can 
cause drowsiness or sleepiness.
 WARNING
NEVER place anything on the seat 
that insulates against heat when the 
seat warmer is in operation, such as a 
blanket or seat cushion. This may cause 
the seat warmer to overheat, causing a 
burn or damage to the seat.    

03
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SEAT BELTS
This section describes how to use the 
seat belts properly. It also describes 
some of the things not to do when using 
seat belts.
Seat belt safety precautions
Always fasten your seat belt and make 
sure all passengers have fastened their 
seat belts before starting any trip. Air 
bags are designed to supplement the 
seat belt as an additional safety device, 
but they are not a substitute. Most 
countries require all occupants of a 
vehicle to wear seat belts.
 WARNING
Seat belts must be used by ALL 
passengers whenever the vehicle is 
moving. Take the following precautions 
when adjusting and wearing seat belts:
•	Children under the age of 13 should 
be properly restrained in the rear 
seats.
•	 Never allow children to ride in the 
front passenger seat, unless the air 
bag is deactivated. If a child is seated 
in the front passenger seat, move 
the seat as far back as possible and 
properly restrain them in the seat.
•	 NEVER allow an infant or child to be 
carried on an occupant’s lap.
•	 NEVER ride with the seatback 
reclined when the vehicle is moving.
•	 Do not allow children to share a seat 
or seat belt.
•	 Do not wear the shoulder belt under 
your arm or behind your back. •	
Never wear a seat belt over fragile 
objects. If there is a sudden stop or 
impact, the seat belt can damage it.
•	 Do not use the seat belt if it is 
twisted. A twisted seat belt will not 
protect you properly in an accident.
•	 Do not use a seat belt if the webbing 
or hardware is damaged.
•	 Do not latch the seat belt into the 
buckles of other seats.
•	 NEVER unfasten the seat belt 
while driving. This may cause loss 
of vehicle control resulting in an 
accident.
•	 Make sure there is nothing in the 
buckle interfering with the seat belt 
latch mechanism. This may prevent 
the seat belt from fastening securely.
•	 No modifications or additions 
should be made by the user which 
will either prevent the seat belt 
adjusting devices from operating to 
remove slack, or prevent the seat 
belt assembly from being adjusted to 
remove slack.
 WARNING
Damaged seat belts and seat belt 
assemblies will not operate properly. 
Always replace:
•	Frayed, contaminated, or damaged 
webbing.
•	 Damaged hardware.
•	 The entire seat belt assembly after it 
has been worn in an accident, even 
if damage to webbing or assembly is 
not apparent.   

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Children Always in the Rear
 WARNING
Always properly restrain children in the 
vehicle. Children of all ages are safer 
when restrained in the rear seat. A child 
riding in the front passenger seat can 
be forcefully struck by an inflating air 
bag resulting in SERIOUS INJURY or 
DEATH.
Children under age 13 should always 
ride in the rear seats and must always be 
properly restrained to minimize the risk 
of injury in an accident, sudden stop or 
sudden maneuver.
According to accident statistics, children 
are safer when properly restrained in the 
rear seats than in the front seat. Even 
with air bags, children can be seriously 
injured or killed. Children too large for a 
Child Restraint System must use the seat 
belts provided.
All 50 states have child restraint laws 
which require children to travel in 
approved Child Restraint Systems.
The laws governing the age or height/
weight restrictions at which seat belts 
can be used instead of Child Restraint 
System differs among states, so 
you should be aware of the specific 
requirements in your country, and where 
you are travelling.
Child Restraint Systems must be properly 
placed and installed in the rear seat. 
You must use a commercially available 
Child Restraint System that meets the 
requirements of the Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 213).
Child Restraint Systems are generally 
designed to be secured in a vehicle seat 
by lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt, 
or by a LATCH system in the rear seats of 
the vehicle.
Child Restraint System (CRS)
Infants and younger children must be 
restrained in an appropriate rearward-
facing or forward-facing CRS that has 
first been properly secured to the seat 
of the vehicle. Read and comply with 
the instructions for installation and use 
provided by the manufacturer of the 
Child Restraint System.
 WARNING
An improperly secured child restraint 
can increase the risk of SERIOUS 
INJURY or DEATH in an accident. Always 
take the following precautions when 
using a Child Restraint System:
•	NEVER install a child or infant 
restraint in the front passenger's 
seat.
•	 Always properly secure the child 
restraint to a rear seat of the vehicle.
•	 Always follow the child restraint 
system manufacturer's instructions 
for installation and use.
•	 Always properly restrain your child in 
the child restraint.
•	 If the vehicle head restraint prevents 
proper installation of a child seat 
(as described in the child restraint 
system manual), the head restraint of 
the respective seating position shall 
be readjusted or entirely removed.
•	 Do not use an infant carrier or a 
child safety seat that "hooks" over 
a seatback, it may not provide 
adequate protection in an accident.
•	 After an accident, have an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer check the child 
restraint system, seat belts, tether 
anchors and lower anchors.
ChILD REsTRAInT s YsTEm (CRs)    

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 Information
When the seat belt is allowed to retract to 
its fully stowed position, the retractor will 
automatically switch from the “Automatic 
Locking” mode to the emergency lock 
mode for normal adult usage. 
 WARNING
If the retractor is not in the “Automatic 
Locking” mode, the child restraint 
can move when your vehicle turns or 
stops suddenly. A child can be seriously 
injured or killed if the child restraint 
is not properly anchored in the car, 
including manually pulling the seat belt 
all the way out to shift the retractor to 
the “Automatic Locking” mode. 
To remove the Child Restraint System, 
press the release button on the buckle 
and then pull the lap/shoulder belt out of 
the Child Restraint System and allow the 
seat belt to retract fully.
 WARNING
If a child restraint is installed in the 
second row center seat, move the 
second row seat far back as possible, to 
minimize contact with the front center 
air bag.    

Maintenance
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Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as 
perfume and cosmetic oil, from 
contacting the interior parts because 
they may cause damage or discoloration. 
If they do contact the interior parts, 
wipe them off immediately. See the 
instructions for the proper way to clean 
vinyl.
NOTICE
•	Never allow water or other liquids 
to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components inside the 
vehicle as this may damage them.
•	 When cleaning leather products 
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use 
neutral detergents or low alcohol 
content solutions. If you use high 
alcohol content solutions or acid/ 
alkaline detergents, the color of the 
leather may fade or the surface may 
get stripped off.
Cleaning the upholstery and interior 
trim
Vinyl (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl 
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. 
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from 
fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum 
cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solution 
recommended for upholstery or carpets. 
Remove fresh spots immediately with 
a fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do 
not receive immediate attention, the 
fabric can be stained and its color can be 
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties 
can be reduced if the material is not 
properly maintained.
NOTICE
Using anything but recommended 
cleaners and procedures may affect the 
fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant 
properties.    

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Leather (if equipped)
•	Features of seat leather
 - Lea
ther is made from the outer skin 
of an animal, which goes through a 
special process to be available for 
use. Since it is a natural product, 
each part differs in thickness or 
density.
Wrinkles may appear as a natural 
result of stretching and shrinking 
depending on the temperature and 
humidity.
 - The seat is made o
f stretchable 
fabric to improve comfort.
 - The parts contacting the body ar
e 
curved and the side supporting 
area is high which provides driving 
comfort and stability.
 - Wrinkles ma
y appear naturally 
from usage. It is not a fault of the 
products.
NOTICE
•	 Wrinkles or abrasions which appear 
naturally from usage are not covered 
by warranty.
•	 Belts with metallic accessories, 
zippers or keys inside the back 
pocket may damage the seat fabric.
•	 Make sure not to wet the seat. It may 
change the nature of natural leather.
•	 Jeans or clothes which could bleach 
may contaminate the surface of the 
seat covering fabric. •	
Caring for the leather seats
 - Vacuum the sea
 t periodically to 
remove dust and sand on the seat. It 
will prevent abrasion or damage of 
the leather and maintain its quality.
 - Wipe the natur
 al leather seat cover 
often with dry or soft cloth.
 - Use o
 f proper leather protector may 
prevent abrasion of the cover and 
helps maintain the color. Be sure to 
read the instructions and consult 
a specialist when using leather 
coating or protective agent.
 - Light color
 ed (beige, cream beige) 
leather is easily contaminated and 
the stain is noticeable. Clean the 
seats frequently.
 - Av
 oid wiping with wet cloth. It may 
cause the surface to crack.
•	 Cleaning the leather seats
 - Remo
 ve all contaminations 
instantly. Refer to instructions below 
for removal of each contaminant. - Cosmetic pr oducts (sunscreen, 
foundation, etc.)
Apply cleansing cream on a cloth 
and wipe the contaminated spot. 
Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth 
and remove water with a dry cloth.
 - Bev
erages (coffee, soft drink, etc.)
Apply a small amount of neutral 
detergent and wipe until 
contaminations do not smear.