
While Driving
6-30
BrAke SySteM
Power Brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes  
that adjust automatically through normal usage. 
If the engine is not running or is turned  
off while driving, the power assist for 
the brakes will not work. You can still 
stop your vehicle by applying greater 
force to the brake pedal than typical. 
The stopping distance, however, will be 
longer than with power brakes. 
When the engine is not running, the  
reserve brake power is partially depleted 
each time the brake pedal is applied. 
Do not pump the brake pedal when the 
power assist has been interrupted. 
Only pump the brakes on slippery  
surfaces if the power assist has been 
interrupted to maintain steering control. 
Do not pump the brakes on slippery 
surfaces if the brakes are operating 
normally.
 WARNING
Take the following precautions: •	 Do not drive with your foot resting  
on the brake pedal. This will create 
abnormal high brake temperatures, 
excessive brake lining and pad wear, 
and increased stopping distances.
•	 When descending down a long or 
steep hill, move the gear shift button 
to Manual Shift Mode and manually 
downshift to a lower gear in order 
to control your speed without using 
the brake pedal excessively. Applying 
the brakes continuously will cause 
the brakes to overheat and could 
result in a temporary loss of braking 
performance.
•	Wet brakes may impair the vehicle's  
ability to safely slow down; the 
vehicle may also pull to one side 
when the brakes are applied. 
Applying the brakes lightly will 
indicate whether they have been 
affected in this way. Always test your 
brakes in this fashion after driving 
through deep water. To dry the 
brakes, lightly tap the brake pedal to 
heat up the brakes while maintaining 
a safe forward speed until brake 
performance returns to normal. 
Avoid driving at high speeds until the 
brakes function correctly.
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
When your brake pads are worn and new  
pads are required, you will hear a high 
pitched warning sound from your front 
or rear brakes. You may hear this sound 
come and go or it may occur whenever 
you depress the brake pedal. 
Note that some driving conditions or  
climates may cause a brake squeal 
when you first apply (or lightly apply) 
the brakes. This is normal and does not 
indicate a problem with your brakes.
NOTICE
To avoid costly brake repairs, do not  
continue to drive with worn brake pads.
 Information
Always replace brake pads as complete  
front or rear axle sets. 

Emergency Situations
7-22
                                           SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
Starter won’t function 
Engine turns over but will not start
Engine misfires
Engine overheats
Engine stops while driving driving
Fuel consumption is excessive
Brake pedal is spongy
Braking power is insufficient
Steering wheel is heavy
Steering wheel shakes
Steering wheel pulls to one side while driving
Vehicle pulls to one side while braking
Tire wear is abnormal
Charge warning light comes on while driving
Wipers, horn or lights won’t funciton
Battery discharge is excessive
Ignition circuit faulty O O Ignition coil or condensor faulty O O O 
Distributor faulty O
Alternator belt loose O O O O O Check fuses, bulbs or wiring O
Brake dragging O O
Shift lever not positioned in   
"P" or "N" range O
Frequent driving in lower gear O 
Air intrusion into brake lines O
Brake fluid insufficient O
Brake disc and pads wet O O
Brake pad wear O O
Wheel alignment incorrect O O O O O O Wheel balance incorrect O O
Tire pressure incorrect   
(too low or high) O O O O
Tire size incorrect O 

08
8-9
Maintenance Schedule (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDI) (CONT)R : Replace   A : Add     S : Service  I : Inspect   L : Lubricate   r : RotateDESCRIPTIONKILOMETERS 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 120Brake Inspection (front disc/ 
pads & calipers
and rear disc/pads & calipers/shoes,
includes tire rotation)
Brake Service (includes parking 
brake
inspection and tire rotation) I S I S I S I S I S
Brake Lines, Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Battery Condition I I I I I I I I I I Suspension Mounting Bolts I I I I I I I I I I Air Conditioning Refrigerant I I I I I I I I I ICooling System Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler I I I I I I I I I I
Air intake hose I I I I I I I I I I Climate Control Air Filter R R R R R R R R R R 

08
8-13
Maintenance Schedule (Smartstream G2.5 GDI) (CONT)R : Replace   A : Add     S : Service  I : Inspect   L : Lubricate   r : RotateDESCRIPTIONKILOMETERS 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 120Brake Inspection (front disc/ 
pads & calipers
and rear disc/pads & calipers/shoes,
includes tire rotation)
Brake Service (includes parking 
brake
inspection and tire rotation) I S I S I S I S I S
Brake Lines, Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Battery Condition I I I I I I I I I I Suspension Mounting Bolts I I I I I I I I I I Air Conditioning Refrigerant I I I I I I I I I ICooling System Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler I I I I I I I I I I Air intake hose I I I I I I I I I I
Climate Control Air Filter R R R R R R R R R R 

08
8-17
Maintenance Schedule (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) (CONT)R : Replace   A : Add     S : Service  I : Inspect   L : Lubricate   r : RotateDESCRIPTIONKILOMETERS 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 120Brake Inspection (front disc/ 
pads & calipers
and rear disc/pads & calipers/shoes,
includes tire rotation)
Brake Service (includes parking 
brake
inspection and tire rotation) I S I S I S I S I S
Brake Lines, Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Battery Condition I I I I I I I I I I Suspension Mounting Bolts I I I I I I I I I I Air Conditioning Refrigerant I I I I I I I I I ICooling System Hoses and Connections I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler I I I I I I I I I I Air intake hose I I I I I I I I I I
Climate Control Air Filter R R R R R R R R R R 

08
8-21
Engine Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the  
intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid should  
be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer at the intervals specified in the 
maintenance schedule.
 Information
Automatic transmission fluid color is red  
when new. As the vehicle is driven, the automatic  transmission fluid will begin to look 
darker. This is a normal condition and you 
should not judge the need to replace the 
fluid based upon the changed color.
NOTICE
The use of a non-specified fluid could  
result in transmission malfunction 
and failure. Use only the specified 
automatic transmission fluid (refer 
to “Recommended Lubricants and 
Capacities” in chapter 2).
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.
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system  
including the parking brake pedal and cables.
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if  equipped) 
Inspect the dual clutch transmission fluid  
according to the maintenance schedule. 
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and  
Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs  
for run out and wear, and calipers for 
fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,  
muffler and hangers for cracks, 
deterioration, or damage. Start 
the engine and listen carefully for 
any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten 
connections or replace parts as 
necessary. 

Maintenance
8-40
Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, HYUNDAI  
recommends that the tires be rotated 
according to the maintenance schedule 
or sooner if irregular wear develops. 
During rotation, check the tires for  
correct balance. 
When rotating tires, check for uneven  
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is 
usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, 
improper wheel alignment, out-of-
balance wheels, severe braking or severe 
cornering. Look for bumps or bulges in 
the tread or side of the tire. Replace the 
tire if you find any of these conditions. 
Replace the tire if fabric or cord is visible. 
After rotation, be sure to bring the front 
and rear tire pressures to specification 
and check lug nut tightness (proper 
torque is 11~13 kgf·m [79~94 lbf·ft]).
Without a spare tire
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Disc brake pads should be inspected for  
wear whenever tires are rotated.
 Information
Tires that are asymmetrical or  
directional can only be installed on 
the wheel in one direction. The outside 
and inside of an asymmetrical tire is not easily distinguishable. Pay 
careful attention to the markings 
on the sidewalls of the tires, noting the “outside” marking and also the 
rotating direction before installing them on the vehicle.
 WARNING
•	 Do not use the compact spare tire for  
tire rotation.
•	 Do not mix bias ply and radial ply 
tires under any circumstances. 
This may cause unusual handling 
characteristics that may cause loss 
of vehicle control resulting in an 
accident.
Wheel Alignment and Tire  
Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned  
and balanced carefully at the factory to 
give you the longest tire life and best 
overall performance. 
In most cases, you will not need to have  
your wheels aligned again. However, 
if you notice unusual tire wear or your 
vehicle pulling one way or the other, the 
alignment may need to be reset. 
If you notice your vehicle vibrating  
when driving on a smooth road, your 
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
NOTICE
Improper wheel weights can damage  
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use 
only approved wheel weights.