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Luggage net (holder) (if  equipped)
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To keep items from shifting in the  
luggage compartment, you can use 
the four holders located in the luggage 
compartment, to attach the luggage net. 
If necessary, we recommend that you  
contact your authorized HYUNDAI dealer 
to obtain a luggage net.
 CAUTION
To prevent damage to the goods or the  
vehicle, care should be taken when 
carrying fragile or bulky objects in the 
luggage compartment.
 WARNING
To avoid eye injury, DO NOT overstretch  
the luggage net. ALWAYS keep your 
face and body out of the luggage net’s 
recoil path. DO NOT use the luggage net 
when the strap has visible signs of wear or damage.
Cargo area cover (if equipped)
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Use the cover to hide items stored in the  
cargo area. 
The cargo area cover will lift when the  
tailgate is opened.  
Disconnect the strap (1) from the holder  
if you want to return the cover to the 
original position. To remove the cargo 
area cover completely, lift the cover to a 
50-degree angle and pull it out (2).
NOTICE
Since the cargo area cover may be  
damaged or deformed, do not put luggage on it when it is being used. 
 WARNING
•	 Do not place objects on the cargo  
area cover while driving. Such 
objects may be thrown about inside 
the vehicle and possibly injure 
vehicle occupants during an accident 
or when braking.
•	 Never allow anyone to ride in the 
luggage compartment. It is designed 
for luggage only.
•	 Maintain balance of the vehicle and 
locate the weight as far forward as possible.   

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eXterior FeAtures
Roof rack (if equipped)
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If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can  
load cargo on top of your vehicle.
NOTICE
If the vehicle is equipped with a  
sunroof, be sure not to position cargo 
onto the roof rack in such a way that it 
could interfere with sunroof operation.
NOTICE
•	 When carrying cargo on the roof  
rack, take the necessary precautions 
to make sure the cargo does not 
damage the roof of the vehicle.
•	 When carrying large objects on the 
roof rack, make sure they do not 
exceed the overall roof length or width.
 WARNING
•	 The following specification is the  
maximum weight that can be loaded 
onto the roof rack. Distribute the 
load as evenly as possible onto the 
roof rack and secure the load firmly.  
•	 Loading cargo or luggage in excess 
of the specified weight limit on the 
roof rack may damage your vehicle. 
ROOF 
RACK 80 kg (176 lbs.) 
EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
•	 The vehicle center of gravity will  
be higher when items are loaded 
onto the roof rack. Avoid sudden 
starts, braking, sharp turns, abrupt 
maneuvers or high speeds that may 
result in loss of vehicle control or 
rollover resulting in an accident.
•	 Always drive slowly and turn corners 
carefully when carrying items on 
the roof rack. Severe wind updrafts, 
caused by passing vehicles or natural 
causes, can cause sudden upward 
pressure on items loaded on the 
roof rack. This is especially true 
when carrying large, flat items such 
as wood panels or mattresses. This 
could cause the items to fall off the 
roof rack and cause damage to your 
vehicle or others around you.
•	 To prevent damage or loss of cargo 
while driving, check frequently 
before or while driving to make 
sure the items on the roof rack are 
securely fastened.  

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NOTICE
When using tire chains: •	Wrong size chains or improperly  
installed chains can damage your 
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body and wheels.
•	 Use SAE “S” class or wire chains.
•	 If you hear noise caused by chains 
contacting the body, retighten the 
chain to prevent contact with the 
vehicle body.
•	 To prevent body damage, retighten 
the chains after driving 0.5~1.0 km 
(0.3~0.6 miles).
•	 Do not use tire chains on vehicles 
equipped with aluminum wheels. If 
unavoidable, use a wire type chain.
•	 Use wire chains less than 12 mm (0.47 
in) wide to prevent damage to the 
chain’s connection.
Winter Precautions
Check battery and cables 
Winter temperatures affect battery  
performance.  Inspect the battery and 
cables, as specified in the chapter 9.  The battery charging level can be 
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer or in a service station. 
Change to “winter weight” oil if  
necessary 
In some regions during winter, it is  
recommended to use the “winter 
weight” oil with lower viscosity. For 
further information, refer to the chapter 
2. When you are not sure about a type 
of winter weight oil, we recommend to 
consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. 
To prevent locks from freezing 
To prevent the locks from being frozen,  
spray approved de-icing fluid or glycerin 
into key holes. When a lock opening is 
already covered with ice, spray approved 
de-icing fluid over the ice to remove it. 
When an internal part of a lock freezes, 
try to thaw it with a heated key. Carefully 
use the heated key to avoid an injury. 
Use approved window washer anti- 
freeze solution in system 
To prevent the window washer from  
being frozen, add authorized window 
washer anti-freeze solution, as specified 
on the window washer container. 
Window washer anti-freeze solution is 
available from an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer, and most vehicle accessory 
outlets. Do not use coolant or other types 
of anti-freeze solution, to prevent any 
damage to the vehicle paint. 

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vEhIClE lOAd lIMIT
Two labels on your driver’s door sill show  
how much weight your vehicle was 
designed to carry: the Tire and Loading 
Information Label and the Certification Label. 
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize  
yourself with the following terms for 
determining your vehicle’s weight 
ratings, from the vehicle’s specifications 
and the Certification Label: 
Base Curb Weight 
This is the weight of the vehicle including  
all standard equipment. It does not 
include passengers, cargo, or optional 
equipment. 
Vehicle Curb Weight 
This is the weight of your new vehicle  
when you picked it up from your dealer 
plus any aftermarket equipment. 
Cargo Weight 
This figure includes all weight added to  
the Base Curb Weight, including cargo 
and optional equipment. 
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) 
This is the total weight placed on each  
axle (front and rear) - including vehicle 
curb weight and all payload. 
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) 
This is the maximum allowable weight  
that can be carried by a single axle (front 
or rear). These numbers are shown on 
the Certification Label. The total load on 
each axle must never exceed its GAWR. 
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) 
This is the Base Curb Weight plus actual  
Cargo Weight plus passengers.GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 
This is the maximum allowable weight  
of the fully loaded vehicle (including 
all options, equipment, passengers 
and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the 
Certification Label located on the driver’s door sill.
Overloading
 WARNING
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)  
and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 
(GVWR) for your vehicle are on the 
Certification Label attached to the 
driver’s (or front passenger’s) door. 
Exceeding these ratings can cause an 
accident or vehicle damage. You can 
calculate the weight of your load by 
weighing the items (and people) before 
putting them in the vehicle. Be careful 
not to overload your vehicle. 

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The Loading Information Label
Type A
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Type B
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The label located on the driver’s door  
sill gives the original tire size, cold 
tire pressures recommended for your 
vehicle, the number of people that can 
be in your vehicle and vehicle capacity 
weight. Vehicle capacity weight 
390 kg (860 lbs.) 
Vehicle capacity weight is the maximum  
combined weight of occupants and 
cargo. If your vehicle is equipped with a 
trailer, the combined weight includes the 
tongue load. 
Seating capacity 
Total :  5 persons (Front seat : 2 persons, 
Rear seat : 3 persons)
Seating capacity is the maximum  
number of occupants including a driver, 
your vehicle may carry. However, the 
seating capacity may be reduced based 
upon the weight of all of the occupants, 
and the weight of the cargo being carried 
or towed. Do not overload the vehicle as 
there is a limit to the total weight, or load 
limit including occupants and cargo, the 
vehicle can carry. 
Towing capacity 
We do not recommend using this vehicle  
for trailer towing. 
Cargo capacity 
The cargo capacity of your vehicle will  
increase or decrease depending on the 
weight and the number of occupants 
and the tongue load, if your vehicle is 
equipped with a trailer.   

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Steps for determining correct load  limit 
1.  Locate the statement "The combined 
weight of occupants and cargo should  
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on 
your vehicle's placard.
2.  Determine the combined weight of  the driver and passengers that will be 
riding in your vehicle.
3.  Subtract the combined weight of the  driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4.  The resulting figure equals the 
available amount of cargo and 
luggage load capacity. For example, 
if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 
lbs. and there will be five 150 lb 
passengers in your vehicle, the 
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. 
(1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
5.  Determine the combined weight of  luggage and cargo being loaded on 
the vehicle. That weight may not 
safely exceed the available cargo and 
luggage load capacity calculated in 
Step 4.
6.  If your vehicle will be towing a  trailer, load from your trailer will be 
transferred to your vehicle. Consult 
this manual to determine how this 
reduces the available cargo and 
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
 WARNING
Do not overload the vehicle as there  
is a limit to the total weight, or load 
limit, including occupants and cargo, 
the vehicle can carry. Overloading can 
shorten the life of the vehicle. If the 
GVWR or the GAWR is exceeded, parts 
on the vehicle can break, and it can 
change the handling of your vehicle. 
These could cause you to lose control 
and result in an accident. 

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Example 1
≥+
Maximum Load(1400 lbs.)(635 kg) Passenger Weight
(150 lbs. × 2 = 300 lbs.) (68 kg × 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
(1100 lbs.)(499 kg)
Example 2
≥+
Maximum Load (1400 lbs.)(635 kg) Passenger Weight
(150 lbs. × 5 = 750 lbs.) (68 kg × 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
(650 lbs.)(295 kg)
Example 3
≥+
Maximum Load (1400 lbs.)(635 kg) Passenger Weight
(172 lbs. × 5 = 860 lbs.) (78 kg × 5 = 390 kg) Cargo Weight
(540 lbs.)(245 kg) 

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Certification label
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The certification label is located on the  
driver's door sill at the center pillar and 
shows the maximum allowable weight of 
the fully loaded vehicle. This is called the 
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The 
GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, 
all occupants, fuel and cargo. 
This label also tells you the maximum  
weight that can be supported by the 
front and rear axles, called Gross Axle 
Weight Rating (GAWR). 
The total weight of the vehicle, including  
all occupants, accessories, cargo, and 
trailer tongue load must not exceed the 
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or 
the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). 
To find out the actual loads on your front 
and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh 
station and weigh your vehicle. Be sure 
to spread out your load equally on both 
sides of the centerline.
 WARNING
Overloading •	 Never exceed the GVWR for your  
vehicle, the GAWR for either the front 
or rear axle and vehicle capacity 
weight. Exceeding these ratings 
can affect your vehicle's handling 
and braking ability, and cause an 
accident.
•	 Do not overload your vehicle. 
Overloading your vehicle can cause 
heat buildup in your vehicle's tires 
and possible tire failure, increased 
stopping distances and poor vehicle 
handling-all of which may result in a 
crash.
NOTICE
Overloading your vehicle may cause  
damage. Repairs would not be covered 
by your warranty. Do not overload your 
vehicle.
 WARNING
If you carry items inside your vehicle  
(e.g., suitcases, tools, packages, or 
anything else), they are moving as fast 
as the vehicle. If you have to stop or 
turn quickly, or if there is a crash, the 
items will keep going and can cause 
an injury if they strike the driver or a 
passenger. •	 Put items in the cargo area of your  
vehicle. Try to spread the weight 
evenly.
•	 Do not stack items, like suitcases, 
inside the vehicle above the tops of 
the seats.
•	 Do not leave an unsecured child 
restraint in your vehicle.
•	 When you carry something inside the 
vehicle, secure it.