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•	Satisfy the following conditions
1.  Ensure seat belts are fastened and the  doors, hood and liftgate are closed.
2.  With the vehicle running, depress the  brake pedal and shift out of P (Park) to  
R (Reverse), D (Drive) or Manual shift mode.
3.  Depress the accelerator pedal. Make sure the Parking Brake warning 
light goes off.
 Information
•	 For the Middle East, EPB is released  
regardless of seat belt fastening.
•	 For your safety, you can engage EPB 
even though the Vehicle Stop/Start 
button is in the OFF position (only if 
battery power is available), but you 
cannot release it.
•	 For your safety, depress the brake 
pedal and release the parking brake manually with the EPB switch when 
you drive downhill or when backing up the vehicle.
NOTICE
•	If the Parking Brake warning light is  
still on even though the EPB has been 
released, have the system checked 
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
•	 Do not drive your vehicle with EPB 
applied. It may cause excessive brake 
pad and brake rotor wear. Warning messages
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To release EPB, close the doors, hood and  liftgate and fasten the seatbelt
•	
If you try to drive with EPB applied, a  
warning will sound and a message will 
appear.
•	 If the driver's seat belt is unfastened 
and the hood or liftgate is opened, a 
warning will sound and a message will 
appear.
•	 If there is a problem with the vehicle, 
a warning may sound and a message 
may appear.
If the situation occurs, depress the brake 
pedal and release EPB by pressing the 
EPB switch.  
Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under  
severe driving conditions.  
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace     I :  Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance 
operation Maintenance intervals Driving 
condition
Reduction gear fluid REvery 80,000 miles
(12,000 km) C, D, E, F, G, 
H, I, J
Steering gear rack,  linkage and boots I
Inspect more frequently  
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball  joints I
Inspect more frequently  
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads,  calipers and rotors I
Inspect more frequently  
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently 
depending on the condition C, D, E, F,  
G, H, I , J, M
Climate control air filter RReplace more frequently 
depending on the condition C, E
Severe driving conditions 
A.  Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature  or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B.  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 heavy dust condition
F.   Driving in heavy traffic area
G.  Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
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
M. Driving more than 10 years or 100,000 miles 
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Cooling System
Check cooling system components, such  
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and 
connections for leakage and damage. 
Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the  
intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
Reduction Gear Fluid
The reduction gear fluid should be  
inspected according to the intervals 
specified in 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, the disc, and the rotor  
for any excessive wear-out. Inspect 
calipers for any 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 vehicle  
off, check for excessive free-play 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.
explanation of scheduled Maintenance iteMs