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Motor Driven Power Steering
(MDPS)
The system assists you with steering the
vehicle. If the vehicle is turned off or
if the power steering system becomes
inoperative, you may still steer the
vehicle, but it will require increased
steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, we recommend that
you have the system checked by an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products.
CAUTION
If Motor Driven Power Steering does not
operate normally, the warning light
and the message ‘Check motor driven
power steering’ will illuminate on the
instrument cluster. You may steer the
vehicle, but it will require increased
steering efforts. We recommend that
you take the vehicle to an authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products
and have the system checked as soon as
possible.
Information
The following symptoms may occur during
normal vehicle operation:
[ The steering effort may be high
immediately after pressing the Engine
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This happens as the system performs
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the diagnostics is completed, the
steering wheel effort will return to its
normal condition.
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may have to put more steering effort.
owever, it is a temporary condition so
that it will return to normal condition
after charging the battery.
[ A click noise may be heard from the
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button is in the ON or OFF position.
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vehicle is at a stop or at a low driving
speed.
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in low temperatures, abnormal noise
may occur. If the temperature rises, the
noise will disappear.
This is a normal condition.
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the steering effort assist function will
not be activated in order to prevent
accidents. Instrument cluster warning
lights may be on or the steering effort
may be high. If these symptoms occur,
drive the vehicle to a safe area as soon
as it is safe to do so. ave the system
checked by an authori ed retailer of
Genesis Branded products as soon as
possible.
STEERING WHEEL
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Tilt/Telescopic Steering
When adjusting the steering wheel to a
comfortable position, adjust the steering
wheel so that it points toward your chest,
not toward your face. Make sure you can
see the instrument cluster warning lights
and gauges. After adjusting, push the
steering wheel both up and down to be
certain it is locked in position.
Always adjust the position of the steering
wheel before driving.
WARNING
[ NEVER adjust the steering wheel
while driving. This may cause loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
[ While adjusting the steering wheel
height, please do not push or pull
it hard since the fixture can be
damaged.
Manual adjustment
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To adjust the steering wheel angle and
height:
1. Pull down the lock-release lever (1).
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired angle (2) and distance
forward/back (3).
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Information
Sometimes the lock release lever may not
engage completely. This may occur when
the gears of the locking mechanism do not
completely mesh. If this occurs, pull down
on the lock-release lever, read ust the
steering wheel again, and then pull back
up on the release lever to lock the steering
wheel in place.
Power adjustment
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To change the steering wheel angle and
height:
[ Push the switch (1) up and down to
adjust the angle (2).
[ Push the switch forward or rearward
to adjust the height (3).
NOTICE
Do not adjust the steering wheel
longer than necessary when the
engine is turned off. This may result in
unnecessary battery drain.
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Resetting steering wheel power ad ustment
If adjustment is no longer possible within
the oper
able range while adjusting the
steering wheel position (angle or height),
reset as follows.
1. From the position the steering wheel has stopped, push the control switch
(1) for 10 seconds in the direction you
were adjusting the steering wheel.
The steering wheel will move in the
direction the control switch is pushed.
2. Continue pushing the switch (1) for at least 2 seconds after the steering
wheel has stopped. Resetting will be
complete after the operational range
is recognized.
If the adjustment is still not possible
after resetting the steering wheel
power adjustment, we recommend
that the system be inspected by an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products.
Horn
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To sound the horn, press the area
indicated by the horn symbol on your
steering wheel (see illustration). The
horn will operate only when this area is
pressed.
NOTICE
Do not strike the horn severely, or hit it
with your fist. Do not press on the horn
with a sharp-pointed object.
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Whenever the front door is opened, the
Engine Start/Stop button will illuminate
and will go off 30 seconds after the door
is closed.
WARNING
To turn the vehicle off in an emergency:
Press and hold the Engine Start/Stop
button for more than two seconds OR
Rapidly press and release the Engine
Start/ Stop button three times (within
three seconds).
If the vehicle is still moving, you can
restart the vehicle without depressing
the brake pedal by pressing the Engine
Start/Stop button with the gear in the N
(Neutral) position.
WARNING
[ NEVER press the Engine Start/Stop
button while the vehicle is in motion
except in an emergency. This will
result in the vehicle turning off and
loss of power assist for the steering
and brake systems. This may lead
to loss of directional control and
braking function, which could cause
an accident.
[ Before leaving the driver's seat,
always make sure the vehicle is in
P (Park), apply the parking brake,
press the Engine Start/ Stop button
to the OFF position, and take the
Smart Key with you. Unexpected
vehicle movement may occur if these
precautions are not followed.
[ NEVER reach through the steering
wheel for the Engine Start/Stop
button or any other control while the
vehicle is in motion. The presence
of your hand or arm in this area
may cause a loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON
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Engine Stop/Start Button Positions
Button Position Action Notes
OFF T
o turn off the engine, press the
Engine Start/Stop button with the
vehicle shifted to P (Park).
Note if the Engine Start/Stop
button is pressed with the vehicle
shifted to D (Drive) or R (Reverse),
the gear will automatically shift to
P (Park).
If the Engine Start/Stop button is
pressed with the gear shifted to
N (Neutral), the Engine Start/Stop
button will change to the ACC
position.
The steering wheel locks to
protect the vehicle from theft. If the steering wheel is not locked
properly when you open the
driver’s door, the warning chime
will sound.
ACC Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is in the OFF
position without depressing the
brake pedal.
Some of the electrical accessories
are usable.
The steering wheel unlocks. [
If you leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC position for
more than one hour, the battery
power will turn off automatically
to prevent the battery from
discharging.
[ If the steering wheel doesn’t
unlock properly, the Engine Start/
Stop button will not work. Press
the Engine Start/Stop button
while turning the steering wheel
right and left to release.
ON Press the Engine Start/Stop button
while it is in the ACC position
without depressing the brake
pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ON position when the
engine is not running to prevent
the battery from discharging.
START To start the engine, depress the
brake pedal and press the Engine
Start/ Stop button with the gear
shifted to the P (Park) or the N
(Neutral) position.
For your safety, start the engine
with the gear shifted to the P
(Park) position. If you press the Engine Start/Stop
button without depressing the
brake pedal, the engine does not
start and the Engine Start/Stop
button changes as follows:
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WARNING
If the ABS () warning light is on and
stays on, you may have a problem with
the ABS. Your power brakes will work
normally. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death, contact your authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products as
soon as possible.
NOTICE
When you drive on a road having poor
traction, such as an icy road, and apply
your brakes continuously, ABS will be
active continuously and the ABS (
)
warning light may illuminate. Pull your
vehicle over to a safe place and turn the
vehicle off.
Restart the vehicle. If the ABS warning
light is off, then your ABS system is
normal.
Otherwise, you may have a problem
with your ABS system. Contact an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products as soon as possible.
Information
hen you ump start your vehicle because
of a drained battery, the ABS (ehicle b()
warning light may turn on at the same
time. This happens because of the low
battery voltage. It does not mean your
ABS is malfunctioning. ave the battery
recharged before driving the vehicle.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
(if equipped)
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Electronic Stability Control helps to
stabilize the vehicle during cornering
maneuvers.
ESC checks where you are steering and
where the vehicle is actually going. ESC
applies braking pressure to any one of
the vehicle's brakes and intervenes in the
engine management system to assist the
driver with keeping the vehicle on the
intended path. It is not a substitute for
safe driving practices. Always adjust your
speed and driving to the road conditions.
WARNING
Never drive too fast for the road
conditions when cornering. ESC will not
prevent accidents.
Excessive speed in turns, abrupt
maneuvers, and hydroplaning on wet
surfaces can result in severe accidents.
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Vehicle Stability Management
(VSM)
Vehicle Stability Management is a
function of the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) system. It helps the vehicle
stay stable when accelerating or braking
suddenly on wet, slippery and rough
roads where traction over the four tires
can suddenly become uneven.
WARNING
Take the following precautions when
using Vehicle Stability Management:
[ ALWAYS check the speed and the
distance to the vehicle ahead. VSM
is not a substitute for safe driving
practices.
[ Never drive too fast for the road
conditions. VSM will not prevent
accidents. Excessive speed in bad
weather, on slippery and uneven
roads can result in severe accidents.
VSM operation
hen operating
When you apply your brakes under
conditions which ma
y activate ESC, you
may hear sounds from the brakes, or feel
a corresponding sensation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and it means your
VSM is active.
Information
SM does not operate when:
[ Driving on a banked road such as
gradient or incline.
[ Driving in reverse.
[ The ESC OFF indicator light is on.
[ The EPS (Electric power steering)
warning light (
() is on or blinks.
SM OFF condition
To cancel VSM operation, press the ESC
OFF butt
on. ESC OFF () indicator light
will illuminate.
To turn on VSM, press the ESC OFF
button again. The ESC OFF indicator light
will go out.
WARNING
If the ESC () indicator light or EPS
() warning light stays illuminated
or blinks, your vehicle may have a
malfunction with the VSM system.
When the warning light illuminates,
have the vehicle checked by an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products as soon as possible.
NOTICE
Driving with wheels and tires with
different sizes may cause the VSM
system to malfunction. Before replacing
tires, make sure all four tires and wheels
are the same size. Never drive the
vehicle with different sized tires and
wheels installed.
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All Wheel Drive (AWD) delivers engine
power to front and rear wheels for
maximum traction. AWD is useful when
extra traction is required, such as when
driving on, muddy, wet, or snow-covered
roads.
WARNING
If the AWD warning light () stays on
the instrument cluster, your vehicle
may have a malfunction with the AWD
system. When the AWD warning light
(
) illuminates we recommend that the
vehicle be checked by an authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products as
soon as possible.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY
or DEATH:
[ Do not drive in conditions that
exceed the vehicles intended
design such as challenging off-road
conditions.
[ Avoid high speeds when cornering or
turning.
[ Do not make quick steering wheel
movements, such as sharp lane
changes or fast, sharp turns.
[ The risk of a rollover is greatly
increased if you lose control of your
vehicle at highway speeds.
[ Loss of control often occurs if two or
more wheels drop off the roadway
and the driver over steers to reenter
the roadway.
[ In the event your vehicle leaves
the roadway, do not steer sharply.
Instead, slow down before pulling
back into the t ravel lanes.
NOTICE
[ Do not drive in water if the water
level is higher than the bottom of the
vehicle.
[ Check your brake condition once
you are out of mud or water. Depress
the brake pedal several times as you
move slowly until you feel normal
braking condition is returned.
[ Shorten your scheduled
maintenance interval if you drive in
off-road conditions such as sand,
mud or water (see "Maintenance
Under Severe Usage Conditions"
section in chapter 9).
[ Always wash your vehicle thoroughly
after off road use, especially the
bottom of the vehicle.
[ Be sure to equip the vehicle with four
tires of the same size and type.
[ Make sure that a full time AWD
vehicle is towed by a flat bed tow
truck.
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