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Convenient features of your vehicle
When using the air conditioning
system, monitor the temperature
gauge closely while driving up
hills or in heavy traffic when out-
side temperatures. Air condition-
ing system operation when climb-
ing a steep grade or in high out-
side ambient temperatures can
cause fuel cell stack overheating.
Continue to use the fan, but turn
the air conditioning system off if
the temperature gauge indicates
fuel cell stack overheating.
Air conditioning system operation
tips
If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
After sufficient cooling has been
achieved, switch back from recircu-
lation mode to fresh mode. To help reduce moisture inside of
the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the win-
dows and sunroof closed.
Use the air conditioning system
every month only for a few minutes
to ensure maximum system per-
formance.
If you operate air conditioner exces-
sively, the difference between the
temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield
to fog up, causing loss of visibility. In
this case, set the mode selection
knob or button to the position
and fan speed control to the lower
speed.
System Maintenance
Cabin air filter
[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Climate control air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : Heater core
The cabin air filter is installed behind
the glove box. It filters the dust or other
pollutants that enter the vehicle
through the heating and air condition-
ing system.
Have the The cabin air filter replaced
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
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If the vehicle is being driven in
severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads and/or if transporting
pets or occupants smoke inside the
vehicle, then more frequent cabin air
filter inspections and changes are
required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreas-
es, the system should be checked at
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
reduces the performance of the air
conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
It is important that the correct
type and amount of oil and refrig-
erant is used. Otherwise, damage
to the compressor and abnormal
system operation may occur.The air conditioning system should
be serviced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Air Conditioning refrigerant label
The actual Air Conditioning refriger-
ant label in the vehicle may differ
from the illustration.
Each symbols and specification on
air conditioning refrigerant label
means as below :
1. Classification of refrigerant
2. Amount of refrigerant
3. Classification of Compressor lubri-
cant
Refer to chapter 8 for more detail
location of the air conditioning refrig-
erant label.
NOTICE
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Because the refrigerant
is mildly inflammable at
very high pressure, the
air conditioning system
should only be serv-
iced by trained and cer-
tified technicians. It is
important that the cor-
rect type and amount of oil and
refrigerant is used.Otherwise, it
may cause damage to the vehi-
cle and personal injury.
WARNING
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Driving your vehicle
The severe weather conditions of
winter quickly wear out tires and
cause other problems. To minimize
winter driving problems, you should
take the following suggestions:
Snow or Icy Conditions
You need to keep sufficient distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you.
Apply the brakes gently. Speeding,
rapid acceleration, sudden brake
applications, and sharp turns are
potentially very hazardous practices.
During deceleration, use regenera-
tive braking to the fullest extent.
Sudden brake applications on snowy
or icy roads may cause the vehicle to
skid.
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it
may be necessary to use snow tires
or to install tire chains on your tires.
Always carry emergency equipment.
Some of the items you may want to
carry include tire chains, tow straps
or chains, a flashlight, emergency
flares, sand, a shovel, jumper cables,
a window scraper, gloves, ground
cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
Snow tires
If you mount snow tires on your vehi-
cle, make sure to use radial tires of
the same size and load range as the
original tires. Mount snow tires on all
four wheels to balance your vehicle’s
handling in all weather conditions.
The traction provided by snow tires
on dry roads may not be as high as
your vehicle's original equipment
tires. Check with the tire dealer for
maximum speed recommendations.
Information
Do not install studded tires without
first checking local, state and munici-
pal regulations for possible restric-
tions against their use.
Air cleaner filter (FCEV)
The snow may block the air cleaner
filter after driving the vehicle in heavy
snow when the ambient temperature
is below 50°F (10°C).
If a warning message "Air filter
blocked. Check filter or see user
manual" appears on LCD display
after turning off the vehicle, remove
the snow from the inside of the air
cleaner filter and turn on and off the
vehicle. If the warning message is
displayed again, the exhaust pipe
may be blocked. Then, move your
vehicle indoors and leave it inside
more than one day to defrost the
exhaust pipe.
If the warning message is displayed
again, have the vehicle checked by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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Snow tires should be equivalent
in size and type to the vehicle's
standard tires. Otherwise, the
safety and handling of your
vehicle may be adversely affect-
ed.
WARNING
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
Fuel cell power module compartment.................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5
Owner maintenance schedule ........................................7-6
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7
Normal Maintenance Schedule ......................................7-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ........7-10
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-12
Device cooling coolant ........................................7-13
Checking the Coolant Level ..........................................7-13
Changing Coolant ............................................................7-15
Stack cooling coolant ..........................................7-16
Checking the Coolant Level ..........................................7-16
Changing Coolant ............................................................7-18
Brake fluid ............................................................7-19
Checking the Brake Fluid Level ...................................7-19
Washer fluid .........................................................7-20
Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-20
Air cleaner ............................................................7-20
Filter Replacement ..........................................................7-20
Climate control air filter .....................................7-22
Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-22
Wiper blades .........................................................7-24
Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-24
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-24
12V battery ...........................................................7-27
Battery recharging .........................................................7-28
Reset Features.................................................................7-28
Tires and wheels ..................................................7-29
Tire Care ........................................................................\
....7-29
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ...........7-30
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ......................................7-31
Tire Rotation...................................................................\
..7-32
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ............................7-33
Tire Replacement ............................................................7-33
Wheel Replacement ........................................................7-34
Tire Traction .....................................................................7-3\
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Tire Maintenance ............................................................7-34
Tire Sidewall Labeling ....................................................7-34
Tire Terminology and Definitions................................7-38
All Season Tires ...............................................................7-42
Summer Tires ...................................................................7-42
Snow Tires ........................................................................\
7-42
Radial-Ply Tires ...............................................................7-42
Low Aspect Ratio Tires..................................................7-43
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7-8
Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,00061218243036424854606672788490
Km×1,000102030405060708090100110120130140150
Hydrogen system
(Check the hydrogen leakage)Inspect every 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 24 months
Air cleaner filterReplace every at 12,000 (20,000 km) miles
Device cooling coolantAt first, replace at 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 10 years :
Thereafter, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months
Stack cooling coolantReplace every at 36,000 miles (60,000 km) or 36 months
Ion filterReplace every at 36,000 miles (60,000 km) or 36 months
Reduction gearNo check, No service required
Air conditioner refrigerant/
compressorIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Driveshaft and bootsIIIIIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance
Item
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace
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Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Cont.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,00061218243036424854606672788490
Km×1,000102030405060708090100110120130140150
Parking brakeIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and
bootsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Tire (pressure & tread wear)IIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Battery conditionIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake fluidIIIIIII
Climate control air filterRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance
Item
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if neces\
sary
Maintenance itemMaintenanceoperationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Hydrogen system
(Check the hydrogen leakage)IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, F, G, J, L
Air cleaner filterIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E
Device cooling coolantRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, J, K, L
Stack cooling coolantRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, F, G, L
Ion filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, F, G, L
Reduction gear fluidR72,000 miles (120,000 km)C, F, G, I, J
Air conditioner refrigerant/compressorIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, F, G, L
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
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MaintenanceSevere driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km)
in freezing temperature
B - Extensive low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather E - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
Maintenance itemMaintenance operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Climate control air filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E