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Hyundai Sonata Turbo (2011 year). Instruction - part 22

Maintenance

• When cleaning underneath the car,

Keep paint and trim in good condition

Interior care

give particular attention to the compo-

Scratches or chips in the finish should be

Interior general precautions

nents under the fenders and other

covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as

Prevent caustic solutions such as per-

areas that are hidden from view. Do a

possible to reduce the possibility of cor-

fume and cosmetic oil from contacting

thorough job; just dampening the accu-

rosion. If bare metal is showing through,

the dashboard because they may cause

mulated mud rather than washing it

the attention of a qualified body and paint

damage or discoloration. If they do con-

away will accelerate corrosion rather

shop is recommended.

tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-

than prevent it. Water under high pres-

diately. See the instructions that follow for

sure and steam are particularly effec-

Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high-

the proper way to clean vinyl.

tive in removing accumulated mud and

ly corrosive and may damage painted

corrosive materials.

surfaces in just a few hours. Always

• When cleaning lower door panels,

CAUTION

remove bird droppings as soon as possi-

rocker panels and frame members, be

• Never allow water or other liquids

ble.

sure that drain holes are kept open so

to come in contact with electri-

that moisture can escape and not be

cal/electronic components inside

Don't neglect the interior

trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.

the vehicle as this may damage

Moisture can collect under the floor mats

them.

and carpeting to cause corrosion. Check

Keep your garage dry

• When cleaning leather products

under the mats periodically to be sure

(steering wheel, seats etc.), use

Don't park your car in a damp, poorly

the carpeting is dry. Use particular care if

neutral detergents or low alcohol

ventilated garage. This creates a favor-

you carry fertilizers, cleaning materials or

content solutions. If you use high

able environment for corrosion. This is

chemicals in the car.

alcohol content solutions or

particularly true if you wash your car in

These should be carried only in proper

acid/alkaline detergents, the color

the garage or drive it into the garage

containers and any spills or leaks should

of the leather may fade or the sur-

when it is still wet or covered with snow,

be cleaned up, flushed with clean water

face may get stripped off.

ice or mud. Even a heated garage can

and thoroughly dried.

contribute to corrosion unless it is well

ventilated so moisture is dispersed.

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Maintenance

Cleaning the upholstery and interior

Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-

trim

bing

Vinyl

Clean the belt webbing with any mild

Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl

soap solution recommended for cleaning

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-

Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.

tions provided with the soap. Do not

bleach or re-dye the webbing because

this may weaken it.

Fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric

Cleaning the interior window glass

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

Clean with a mild soap solution recom-

If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-

mended for upholstery or carpets.

cle become fogged (that is, covered with

Remove fresh spots immediately with a

an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should

fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not

be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the

receive immediate attention, the fabric

directions on the glass cleaner container.

can be stained and its color can be

affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties

CAUTION

can be reduced if the material is not

Do not scrape or scratch the inside

properly maintained.

of the rear window. This may result

in damage to the rear window

CAUTION

defroster grid.

Using anything but recommended

cleaners and procedures may affect

the fabric’s appearance and fire-

resistant properties.

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Maintenance

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

The emission control system of your

Caution for the Inspection and

1. Crankcase emission control

vehicle is covered by a written limited

Maintenance Test

(With Electronic

system

warranty. Please see the warranty infor-

Stability Control (ESC) system)

The positive crankcase ventilation sys-

mation contained in the Owner’s

•

To prevent the vehicle from misfir-

tem is employed to prevent air pollution

Handbook & Warranty Information book-

ing during dynamometer testing,

caused by blow-by gases being emitted

let in your vehicle.

turn the Electronic Stability Control

from the crankcase. This system supplies

Your vehicle is equipped with an emis-

(ESC) system off by pressing the

fresh filtered air to the crankcase through

sion control system to meet all applicable

ESC switch.

the air intake hose. Inside the crankcase,

emission regulations.

•

After dynamometer testing is com-

the fresh air mixes with blow-by gases,

There are three emission control sys-

pleted, turn the ESC system back on

which then pass through the PCV valve

tems, as follows.

by pressing the ESC switch again.

into the induction system.

(1) Crankcase emission control system

2. Evaporative emission control

(2) Evaporative emission control system

(including ORVR: Onboard

(3) Exhaust emission control system

Refueling Vapor Recovery)

system

In order to assure the proper function of

The Evaporative Emission Control

the emission control systems, it is rec-

System is designed to prevent fuel

ommended that you have your car

vapors from escaping into the atmos-

inspected and maintained by an author-

phere.

ized HYUNDAI dealer in accordance with

(The ORVR system is designed to allow

the maintenance schedule in this manu-

the vapors from the fuel tank to be

al.

loaded into a canister while refueling at

the gas station, preventing the escape of

fuel vapors into the atmosphere.)

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Maintenance

Canister

3. Exhaust emission control

Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel

system

WARNING - Exhaust

tank are absorbed and stored in the

Engine exhaust gases contain car-

The Exhaust Emission Control System is

onboard canister. When the engine is

bon monoxide (CO). Though color-

a highly effective system which controls

running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the

less and odorless, it is dangerous

exhaust emissions while maintaining

canister are drawn into the surge tank

good vehicle performance.

and could be lethal if inhaled.

through the purge control solenoid valve.

Follow the instructions on this

page to avoid CO poisoning.

G270301AUN

G270202AUN

Vehicle modifications

Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)

This vehicle should not be modified.

The purge control solenoid valve is con-

Modification of your vehicle could affect

CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-

trolled by the Engine Control Module

its performance, safety or durability and

(ECM); when the engine coolant temper-

TION 65 WARNING

may even violate governmental safety

ature is low during idling, the PCSV clos-

Engine exhaust and a wide variety

and emissions regulations.

es so that evaporated fuel is not taken

of automobile components and

In addition, damage or performance

into the engine. After the engine warms-

parts, including components found

problems resulting from any modification

up during ordinary driving, the PCSV

in the interior furnishings in a vehi-

may not be covered under warranty.

opens to introduce evaporated fuel to the

cle, contain or emit chemicals

engine.

known to the State of California to

Engine exhaust gas precautions (car-

cause cancer and birth defects and

bon monoxide)

reproductive harm. In addition, cer-

• Carbon monoxide can be present with

tain fluids contained in vehicles

other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you

and certain products of component

smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside

wear contain or emit chemicals

your vehicle, have it inspected and

known to the State of California to

repaired immediately. If you ever sus-

cause cancer and birth defects or

pect exhaust fumes are coming into

other reproductive harm.

your vehicle, drive it only with all the

windows fully open. Have your vehicle

checked and repaired immediately.

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Maintenance

•

Do not operate the engine in confined

Operating precautions for catalytic

• Do not misuse or abuse the engine.

or closed areas (such as garages) any

converters (if equipped)

Examples of misuse are coasting with

more than what is necessary to move

the ignition off and descending steep

the vehicle in or out of the area.

grades in gear with the ignition off.

WARNING - Fire

•

When the vehicle is stopped in an

• Do not operate the engine at high idle

A hot exhaust system can ignite

open area for more than a short time

speed for extended periods (5 minutes

flammable items under your vehi-

with the engine running, adjust the

or more).

cle. Do not park, idle, or drive the

ventilation system (as needed) to draw

• Do not modify or tamper with any part

vehicle over or near flammable

outside air into the vehicle.

of the engine or emission control sys-

objects, such as grass, vegetation,

•

Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi-

tem. All inspections and adjustments

paper, leaves, etc.

cle for any extended time with the

must be made by an authorized

engine running.

HYUNDAI dealer.

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic

•

When the engine stalls or fails to start,

• Avoid driving with a extremely low fuel

converter emission control device.

excessive attempts to restart the

level. Running out of fuel could cause

engine may cause damage to the

Therefore, the following precautions

the engine to misfire, damaging the

emission control system.

must be observed:

catalytic converter.

• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gaso-

Failure to observe these precautions

line engines.

could result in damage to the catalytic

• Do not operate the vehicle when there

converter and to your vehicle.

are signs of engine malfunction, such

Additionally, such actions could void your

as misfire or a noticeable loss of per-

warranties.

formance.

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Maintenance

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE NOTICE

Perchlorate Material-special handling

may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/haz-

ardouswaste/perchlorate.

Notice to California Vehicle Dismantlers:

Perchlorate containing materials, such as

air bag inflators, seatbelt pretensioners

and keyless remote entry batteries, must

be disposed of according to Title

California Code of Regulations Section

67384.10 (a).

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Dimensions / 8-2

Bulb wattage / 8-2

Tires and wheels / 8-3

Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4

Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6

Vehicle certification label / 8-6

Tire specification and pressure label / 8-7

Engine number / 8-7

Consumer information / 8-8

Reporting safety defects / 8-9

Binding arbitration / 8-9

Specifications, Consumer information,

Reporting safety defects

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DIMENSIONS

BULB WATTAGE

Item

in (mm)

Light Bulb

Wattage

Overall length

189.8 (4820)

Headlights (Low)

Overall width

72.2 (1835)

Headlights (High)

Front turn signal lights

Overall height

57.9 (1470)

Position lights

Front tread

62.9 (1597)*1 / 62.6 (1591)*2 / 62.5 (1587)*3

Side repeater lights

Rear tread

62.9 (1597)*1

/ 62.6 (1591)*2 / 62.5 (1587)*3

Front side marker lights

Wheelbase

110.0 (2795)

Front fog lights*

*1 :with R16 tire

Stop and tail lights

28/8

*2 :with R17 tire

Tail light*

*3 :with R18 tire

Rear turn signal lights

Back-up lights

High mounted stop light

LED

License plate lights

Map lamps

Room lamps

10 or 6

Luggage lamp*

Glove box lamp

Vanity mirror lamps

* : If equipped

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TIRES AND WHEELS

Inflation pressure

Tire

kPa (psi)

Wheel lug nut torque

Item

Wheel size

size

Normal load *1

Maximum load

lb•ft (kg•m, N•m)

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

P205/65R16 94H

6.5J×16

225 (33)

Full size tire

P215/55R17 93V

6.5J×17

225 (33)

65~79

225/45R18 95V

7.5J×18

240 (35)

(9~11, 88~107)

Compact

420

T125/80D16 97H

4.0T×16

spare tire

(60)

* Normal load : Up to 3 persons

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct

lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.

These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Engine oil *1 *2 (drain and refill)

Recommends

API Service SM*3,

4.86 US qt. (4.6 l)

ILSAC GF-4 or above

Manual transaxle fluid

1.90 US qt. (1.8 l)

API GL-4, SAE 75W/85

MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV

NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other

Automatic transaxle fluid

7.50 US qt. (7.1 l)

brands meeting the above specification approved by

Hyundai Motor Co.,

Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol base

Coolant

6.97 US qt. (6.6 l)

coolant for aluminum radiator)

0.7~0.8 US qt.

Brake/clutch fluid

FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4

(0.7~0.8 l)

Fuel

18.49 US gal. (70 l)

Unleaded gasoline

*1 Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.

*2 Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing

the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s

time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.

*3 If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.

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Recommended SAE viscosity

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an

When choosing an oil, consider the range

number

effect on fuel economy and cold weather

of temperature your vehicle will be oper-

operating

(engine start and engine oil

ated in before the next oil change.

flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils

Proceed to select the recommended oil

CAUTION

can provide better fuel economy and cold

viscosity from the chart.

Always be sure to clean the area

weather performance, however, higher

around any filler plug, drain plug, or

viscosity engine oils are required for sat-

dipstick before checking or drain-

isfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using

ing any lubricant. This is especially

oils of any viscosity other than those rec-

important in dusty or sandy areas

ommended could result in engine dam-

and when the vehicle is used on

age.

unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug

and dipstick areas will prevent dirt

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

and grit from entering the engine

°C

-30

-20

-10

and other mechanisms that could

Temperature

be damaged.

(°F)

-10

100

120

Engine Oil

5W-30, 5W-40

(2.0 TGDI) *1

Engine Oil

10W-30

(2.4 GDI) *2

5W-20, 5W-30

*1. For improved vehicle performance, it is recommended to use the

engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-40(API SM / ILSAC GF-4).

However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select

the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.

*2. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil

of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However,

if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the proper

engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION

NUMBER (VIN)

LABEL

Frame number (if equipped)

VIN label

2.4 engine

OYF081004N

Frame number (if equipped)

OBH088005N

OYF089005

2.0 engine

The VIN is also on a plate attached to the

The vehicle certification label attached

top of the dashboard. The number on the

on the driver’s side center pillar contains

plate can easily be seen through the

the vehicle identification number (VIN).

windshield from outside.

OYF081014N

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is

the number used in registering your car

and in all legal matters pertaining to its

ownership, etc.

The number is punched on the engine

compartment bulkhead.

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TIRE SPECIFICATION AND

ENGINE NUMBER

PRESSURE LABEL

2.4 engine

OYF081003N

2.0 engine

OYF089002

The tires supplied on your new vehicle

are chosen to provide the best perform-

ance for normal driving.

The tire label located on the driver's side

center pillar gives the tire pressures rec-

ommended for your car.

OYF081013N

The engine number is stamped on the

engine block as shown in the drawing.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

This consumer information has been pre-

Eastern Region: Connecticut, Delaware,

Central Region: Illinois, Indiana, lowa,

pared in accordance with regulations

Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire,

Kentucky,

Michigan,

Minnesota,

issued by the National Highway Traffic

New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,

Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota,

Safety Administration of the U.S.

Rhode Island, Vermont.

Ohio, Wisconsin, Kansas, Missouri.

Department of Transportation. Your

Hyundai dealer will help answer any

Eastern Region

Central Region

questions you may have as you read this

1100 Cranbury South River Road

1705 Sequoia Drive

information.

Jamesburg, NJ 08831

Aurora, Illinois 60506

(800) 633-5151

Hyundai motor vehicles are designed

and manufactured to meet or exceed all

Southern Region: Florida, Georgia,

Western Region: Alaska, Hawaii,

applicable safety standards.

Maryland, North Carolina, South

Arizona, Colorado, ldaho, Montana,

Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia.

Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington,

For your safety, however, we strongly

Wyoming.

urge you to read and follow all directions

Southern Region

in this Owner's Manual, particularly the

270 Riverside Parkway, Suite A

Western Region

information under the headings

"NOTICE", "CAUTION" and "WARN-

Austell, GA 30168

10550 Talbert Avenue

ING".

(800) 633-5151

P.O.Box 20850

Fountain Valley, California 92728-0850

If, after reading this manual, you have

South Central Region: Alabama,

(800) 633-5151

any questions regarding the operation of

Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New

your vehicle, please contact your nearest

Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas.

California Region: California

Hyundai Motor America Regional Office

as listed in the following:

South Central Region

California Region

1421 South Beltline Road, Suite 400

10550 Talbert Avenue

Coppell, TX 75019

P.O. Box 20850

(800) 633-5151

Fountain Valley, California 92728-0850

(800) 633-5151

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

BINDING ARBITRATION (U.S.A ONLY)

If you believe that your vehicle has a

Any claim or dispute you may have relat-

This Binding Arbitration Agreement shall

defect which could cause a crash or

ed to your vehicle's warranty or the duties

be governed by and interpreted under

could cause injury or death, you should

contemplated under the warranty, includ-

the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. sec-

immediately inform the National Highway

ing claims related to the refund or partial

tions

1-16. Judgment upon any award

Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in

refund of your vehicle's purchase price

may be entered in any court having juris-

addition to notifying HYUNDAI MOTOR

(excluding personal injury or product lia-

diction.

AMERICA. If NHTSA receives similar

bility claims), shall be resolved by binding

You may revoke this Arbitration

complaints, it may open an investigation,

arbitration. Binding arbitration shall be

Agreement by (1) written notice or (2)

and if it finds that a safety defect exists in

administered by and through the American

electronic notice. Written notice must be

a group of vehicles, it may order a recall

Arbitration Association (AAA).

delivered (via certified mail) to Hyundai

and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA

You will not be responsible for paying fil-

Motor America, Attn: Consumer Affairs,

cannot become involved in individual

ing and hearing fees above $275.00. All

10550 Talbert Avenue, P.O. Box 20849,

problems between you, your dealer, or

other arbitration costs shall be borne by

Fountain Valley, CA 92728-0849.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA.

Hyundai Motor America. You are not

Electronic notice must be submitted at

To contact NHTSA, you may call the

responsible to pay any of the costs

the following website address: http://war-

Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-

Hyundai incurs.

ranty-arbitration.hyundaiUSA.com.

327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to

This Binding Arbitration Agreement shall

Notice must be received within 90 days

http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:

not deprive you of any remedies avail-

after you purchase your vehicle.

Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey

able to you under applicable law. The

Avenue, SE West Building Washington,

parties are waiving their right to seek

DC 20590. You can also obtain other

remedies in court, including the right to a

information about motor vehicle safety

jury trial.

from http://www.safercar.gov.

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