2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID boot

06
6 -7
Starting the engine
WARNING
Always wear appropriate shoes when
operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes, such as high heels,
ski boots, sandals, flip-flops, etc., may
interfere with your ability to use the
brake and accelerator pedals.
Information
Depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal until the engine starts.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park).
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the START
position. Hold the key (maximum of
10 seconds) until the engine starts and
release it.
Information
• It is best to maintain a moderate engine speed until the vehicle engine comes
up to normal operating temperature.
Avoid harsh or abrupt acceleration or deceleration while the engine is still cold.
• Whether the engine is cold or warm,
always start the vehicle with your foot
on the brake pedal. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the vehicle.
Do not rev the engine while warming it up.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle: • Do not hold the ignition key in the
START position for more than 10
seconds. Wait 5 to 10 seconds before trying again.
• Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
Turning off the engine
1. Stop the vehicle and depress the brake pedal fully.
2. Shift the gear to P (Park).
3. Turn the ignition switch to the off position and apply the parking brake.

Driving your vehicle
6-10
Starting the engine
WARNING
• Always wear appropriate shoes when
operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes, such as high heels,
ski boots, sandals, flip-flops, etc.,
may interfere with your ability to use
the brake and accelerator pedals.
• Do not start the vehicle with the
accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move and lead to an
accident.
• Wait until the engine rpm is normal.
The vehicle may suddenly move if
the brake pedal is released when the rpm is high.
Information
• The engine will start by pressing the Engine Start/Stop button, only when the smart key is in the vehicle.
• Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,
if it is far away from the driver, the engine may not start.
• When the Engine Start/Stop button
is in the ACC or ON position, if any
door is open, the system checks for the
smart key. If the smart key is not in the vehicle, the “
” indicator will blink
and the warning "Key not in vehicle"
will come on and if all doors are closed,
the chime will also sound for about 5 seconds. Keep the smart key in the
vehicle when using the ACC position or if the vehicle engine is ON.
Information
Depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal until the engine starts.
1. Always carry the smart key with you. 2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park).
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button.
Information
• Do not wait for the engine to warm up
while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Aggressive accelerating and decelerating should be avoided.)
• Always start the vehicle with your foot
on the brake pedal. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the vehicle.
Do not rev the engine while warming it up.

06
6-21
Shift-lock release
If the shift lever cannot be moved from
the P (Park) position into R (Reverse)
position with the brake pedal depressed,
continue depressing the brake, and then
do the following:
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1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK/ OFF position
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Carefully remove the shift lever boots.
4. Move the shift lever while holding
the release button (1) with a tool (for
example, flathead screw-driver).
If you need to use the shift-lock release,
have the system be inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the trim
beside of the shift lever while removing
the shift lever boots.
Ignition key interlock system
The ignition key cannot be removed
unless the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
Parking
Always come to a complete stop and
continue to depress the brake pedal.
Move the shift lever into the P (Park)
position, apply the parking brake, and
place the ignition switch in the LOCK/
OFF position. Take the Key with you
when exiting the vehicle.
WARNING
When you stay in the vehicle with
the engine running, be careful not to
depress the accelerator pedal for a long
period of time. The engine or exhaust
system may overheat and start a fire.
The exhaust gas and the exhaust system
are very hot. Keep away from the
exhaust system components.
Do not stop or park over flammable
materials, such as dry grass, paper or
leaves. They may ignite and cause a fire.

09
9-9
Normal Maintenance Schedule (CONT.)R : Replace or change. I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM Km X 1000
8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
Brake discs and pads I I I I I I I I I I
Steering gear rack, linkage and
boots IIIIIIII I I I I I I I I I I I I
Drive shafts and boots I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Suspension mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I I
Cooling system I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioning refrigerant I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust system I I I I I I I I I I

Maintenance
9-12
Engine Coolant/Inverter Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Dual clutch transmission fluid should
not be checked under normal usage conditions.
Have 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.
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.