Hyundai 2007 Santa Fe, Owner'S Manual

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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It should be noted that installing tire chains
on the tire will provide a greater driving
force, but will not prevent side skids.
NOTE:
o Tire chains are not legal in all states.
Check state laws before fitting tire
chains.
o When using tire chains, attach them
to the drive wheels as follows.
2WD : Front wheels
AWD : All four wheels
In some unavoidable circumstances,
install them on only the front wheels,
not the rear wheels.
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The more severe weather conditions of
winter result in greater wear and other
problems. To minimize the problems of
winter driving, you should follow these
suggestions:
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Snowy or Icy Conditions
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may
be necessary to use snow tires or to install
tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are
needed, it is necessary to select tires
equivalent in size and type of the original
equipment tires. Failure to do so may ad-
versely affect the safety and handling of
your car. Furthermore, speeding, rapid
acceleration, sudden brake applications,
and sharp turns are potentially very haz-
ardous practices.
During deceleration, use engine braking
to the fullest extent. Sudden brake applica-
tions on snowy or icy roads may cause
skids to occur. You need to keep sufficient
distance between the vehicle in operation
in front and your vehicle. Also, apply the
brake gently.
WINTER DRIVING SMOOTH CORNERING
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Avoid braking or gear changing in corners,
especially when roads are wet. Ideally,
corners should always be taken under
gentle acceleration. If you follow these
suggestions, tire wear will be held to a
minimum.