DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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o Ensure that the overdrive switch is at the
"ON" position for maximum economy.
o If rapid acceleration is required, fully de-
press the accelerator pedal. In this condi-
tion, the kickdown mechanism will be oper-
ated and the transaxle will automatically
downshift according to the vehicle speed.
o Do not depress the accelerator pedal with
the brakes applied and the selector at the
"R" "D" "2" or "L" position.
o Turn the overdrive switch on for good fuel
economy and smooth driving. But if engine
braking is needed in the "D" range or if
repeated upshifting and downshifting be-
tween the 3rd and 4th gear is needed when
climbing a gentle slope, it is recommended
that the overdrive switch be turned off. Turn
the overdrive switch back on immediately
afterward.
the maximum fuel economy potential of the
vehicle being realized.
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EFFECTIVE BRAKING
Braking system performance and friction mate-
rial life are greatly affected by the driving style
adopted. The following suggestions are made
to assist in achieving the best results from the
braking system.
o Anticipate the road and conditions ahead in
order that heavy braking may be avoided.
o When descending long gradients, use the
engine to assist in retarding the vehicle to
minimize the possibility of brake fade occur-
ring.
ZC120D1-E
General Operating Instructions
o The button in the selector handle must be
depressed before the selector can be moved.
o The engine may only be started when the
selector is at position "P" or "N".
o Ensure that the footbrake is firmly applied
when shifting from "P" or "N" to "D", "2" or
"L" and vice versa.
o Always engage the parking brake when the
vehicle is unattended, never use the "P"
position in place of the parking brake.
o Under normal circumstances, the selector
should be placed in the "D" position and the
transaxle allowed to select the most ideal
ratio for the circumstances. In this position
maximum fuel economy will be achieved.
o When descending steep gradients where
engine braking is required, the selector
should be placed at the "2" or "L" position
depending upon the vehicle speed.
o When ascending steep gradients and using
large throttle openings, the transaxle may
repeatedly change between two adjacent
ratios. This is a normal characteristic and
may be prevented by selecting "2" or "L"
depending upon the vehicle speed.
o Never move the selector to or from the "P"
or "N" position with the accelerator de-
pressed.
o When trailer towing, ensure that the trailer
brakes function correctly and use engine
brak-ing to assist the vehicle braking system.
o Use only genuine Hyundai replacement
brake pads and shoes to ensure consistent
friction characteristics and wear rates.
o After driving through deep water (e.g.
fording), the brakes may become wet and
performance reduced. Always check brake
efficiency after emerging from the water and
dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
brake pedal several times whilst driving slow-
ly.
o Apply the parking brake only when the vehi-
cle is at rest.
o Since the power assistance provided by the
brake servo is derived from the engine,
coast-ing with the engine turned off or tow-
ing of the vehicle with the engine turned off
will result in greatly increased pedal pres-
sures being re-quired to stop the vehicle.
o Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with
the accelerator pedal. This can cause the
transmission to overheat. Always use the
brake pedal or parking brake.
YC250A1-A
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(Not all models)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed
to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking
or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con-
trol module monitors the wheel speed and con-
trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus,
