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Hyundai ix20 (2017 year). Instruction - part 16

Driving your vehicle

Hill-start assist control (HAC)

✽ NOTICE

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)

(if equipped)

•

The HAC does not operate when the

(if equipped)

Hill-start Assist Control is a function for

transaxle shift lever is in the P (Park)

The Emergency Stop Signal system

your convenience. The main intention is

or N (Neutral) position.

alerts the driver behind by blinking the

to prevent the vehicle from rolling back-

•

The HAC activates even though the

stop light when the vehicle suddenly

wards while driving uphill on an inclined

ESC is off but it does not activate

stops or when the ABS activates in a

surface. HAC holds the braking pressure

when the ESC has malfunctioned.

stop.

(The system activates when the

built up by the driver while stopping for 2

vehicle speed is over 55km/h and the

seconds (manual transaxle) or 0.8 sec-

vehicle deceleration is over 7m/s² or the

onds (automatic transaxle) after releas-

ABS activates when the vehicle emer-

ing the brake pedal.

gency braking.)

During the pressure-hold period, the

When the vehicle speed is under 40 km/h

driver has enough time to depress the

and the ABS deactivates or the sudden

accelerator pedal to drive off.

stop situation is over, the stop light blink-

The braking pressure is reduced as soon

ing will stop.

as the system detects the driver’s inten-

tion to drive.

CAUTION

The Emergency Stop Signal system

WARNING

will not work if the hazard warning

The HAC is usually activated only

flasher is already on.

for 2 seconds (manual transaxle) or

0.8 seconds (automatic transaxle).

The driver should be careful not to

roll backward causing an accident

with an object or person behind.

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Driving your vehicle

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The cruise control system allows you to

program the vehicle to maintain a con-

WARNING

CAUTION

stant speed without depressing the

•

If the cruise control is left on,

During cruise-speed driving with a

accelerator pedal.

manual transaxle vehicle, do not

(CRUISE indicator light in the

This system is designed to function

shift into neutral without depress-

instrument cluster illuminated)

above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

the cruise control can be

ing the clutch pedal, since the

switched on accidentally. Keep

engine will be overrevved. If this

the cruise control system off

happens, depress the clutch pedal

(CRUISE indicator light OFF)

or release the cruise control ON-

when the cruise control is not in

OFF switch.

use, to avoid inadvertently set-

ting a speed.

✽ NOTICE

•

Use the cruise control system

only when driving on open high-

• During normal cruise control opera-

ways in good weather.

tion, when the SET switch is activated

or reactivated after applying the

•

Do not use the cruise control

brakes, the cruise control will ener-

when it may not be safe to keep

gize after approximately

3 seconds.

the vehicle at a constant speed,

This delay is normal.

for instance, driving in heavy or

varying traffic, or on slippery

• To activate cruise control, depress the

brake pedal at least once after turning

(rainy, icy or snow-covered) or

the ignition switch to the ON position

winding roads or over 6% up-hill

or down-hill roads.

or starting the engine. This is to check

if the brake switch which is important

•

Pay particular attention to the

part to cancel cruise control is in nor-

driving conditions whenever

mal condition.

using the cruise control system.

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OJC050010

OJC050014

Cruise control switch

To set cruise control speed:

3. Move the lever down (to SET-), and

release it at the desired speed. The

O: Cancels cruise control operation.

1. Press the cruise

(ON/OFF) button

SET indicator light in the instrument

: Turns cruise control system on or

on the steering wheel, to turn the sys-

cluster will illuminate. Release the

off.

tem on. The CRUISE indicator light in

accelerator pedal at the same time.

the instrument cluster will illuminate.

RES+: Resumes or increases cruise

The desired speed will automatically

control speed.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which

be maintained.

must be more than 40 km/h (25 mph).

SET-: Sets or decreases cruise control

On a steep grade, the vehicle may slow

speed.

down or speed up slightly while going

✽ NOTICE - Manual transaxle

downhill.

(if equipped)

For manual transaxle vehicles, you

should depress the brake pedal at least

once to set the cruise control after start-

ing the engine.

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To temporarily accelerate with the

cruise control on:

If you want to speed up temporarily when

the cruise control is on, depress the

accelerator pedal. Increased speed will

not interfere with cruise control operation

or change the set speed.

To return to the set speed, take your foot

off the accelerator pedal.

OJC050013

OJC050014

To increase cruise control set

To decrease the cruising speed:

speed:

Follow either of these procedures:

Follow either of these procedures:

• Move the lever down (to SET-) and

• Move the lever up (to RES+) and hold

hold it. Your vehicle will gradually slow

it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release

down. Release the lever at the speed

the lever at the speed you want.

you want to maintain.

• Move the lever up

(to RES+) and

• Move the lever down (to SET-) and

release it immediately. The cruising

release it immediately. The cruising

speed will increase by 2.0 km/h (1.2

speed will decrease by 2.0 km/h (1.2

mph) or 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph) each time

mph) or 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph) each time

you move the lever up (to RES+) in this

you move the lever down (to SET-) in

manner.

this manner.

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Each of these actions will cancel cruise

control operation (the SET indicator light

in the instrument cluster will go off), but it

will not turn the system off. If you wish to

resume cruise control operation, move

up the lever (to RES+) located on your

steering wheel. You will return to your

previously preset speed.

OJC050012

OJC050013

To cancel cruise control, do one

To resume cruising speed at

of the following:

more than approximately 40 km/h

• Depress the brake pedal.

(25 mph):

• Depress the clutch pedal if equpped

If any method other than the cruise

with a manual transaxle.

(ON/OFF) switch was used to cancel

• Shift into N (Neutral) if equpped with

cruising speed and the system is still

an automatic transaxle.

activated, the most recent set speed will

automatically resume when you move

• Press the O (CANCEL) switch located

the lever up (to RES+).

on the steering wheel.

It will not resume, however, if the vehicle

• Decrease the vehicle speed lower than

speed has dropped below approximately

the memory speed by 20 km/h (12

40 km/h (25 mph).

mph).

• Decrease the vehicle speed to less

than approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

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SPEED LIMIT CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

You can set the speed limit when you do

not want to drive over a specific speed.

If you drive over the preset speed limit,

the warning system operates (set speed

limit will blink and chime will sound) until

the vehicle speed returns within the

speed limit.

✽ NOTICE

While speed limit control is in opera-

tion, the cruise control system cannot be

activated.

OJC05009

OJC050011

Speed limit control switch

To set speed limit :

O: Cancels set speed limit.

1. Press the speed limit

(ON/OFF)

: Turns speed limit control system on

button on the steering wheel, to turn

or off.

the system on. The speed limit indica-

tor light in the instrument cluster will

RES+: Resumes or increases speed limit

control speed.

illuminate.

SET-: Sets or decreases speed limit con-

trol speed.

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If you would like to drive over the preset

speed limit when you depress the accel-

erator pedal less than approximately

50%, the vehicle speed will maintain

within speed limit.

However if you depress the accelerator

pedal more than approximately 70%, you

can drive over the speed limit. Then the

set speed limit will blink and chime will

sound until you return the vehicle speed

within the speed limit.

OJC050015

OJC050016

2. Move the lever down (to SET-).

To turn off the speed limit con-

3. Move the lever up (to RES+) or down

trol, do one of the following:

(to SET-), and release it at the desired

• Press the speed limit

(ON/OFF)

speed. Move the lever up (to RES+) or

switch once again.

down (to SET-) and hold it. The speed

• Press the cruise

(ON/OFF) switch

will increase or decrease by 5 km/h.

(If you press cruise switch, the cruise

The set speed limit will display on the

system will turn on)

instrument cluster.

If you press the O

(CANCEL) switch

once, the set speed limit will cancel, but

it will not turn the system off. If you wish

to reset the speed limit, move the lever

up (to RES+) or down (to SET-) to the

desired dpeed.

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Driving your vehicle

•

Remember, your vehicle does not

Keeping a vehicle in good operating con-

require extended warm-up. After the

dition is important both for economy and

engine has started, allow the engine to

safety. Therefore, we recommend that

run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to plac-

you contact an authorized HYUNDAI

ing the vehicle in gear. In very cold

dealer to perform scheduled inspections

weather, however, give your engine a

and maintenance.

slightly longer warm-up period.

•

Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine.

Lugging is driving too slowly in too

WARNING - Engine off dur-

high a gear resulting engine bucking. If

ing motion

this happens, shift to a lower gear.

Never turn the engine off to coast

Over-revving is racing the engine

down hills or anytime the vehicle is

beyond its safe limit. This can be avoid-

in motion. The power steering and

ed by shifting at the recommended

power brakes will not function

speeds.

properly without the engine run-

•

Use your air conditioning sparingly.

ning. Instead, keep the engine on

The air conditioning system is operat-

and downshift to an appropriate

ed by engine power so your fuel econ-

gear for engine braking effect. In

omy is reduced when you use it.

addition, turning off the ignition

while driving could engage the

•

Open windows at high speeds can

steering wheel lock resulting in

reduce fuel economy.

loss of vehicle steering which

•

Fuel economy is less in crosswinds

could cause serious injury or

and headwinds. To help offset some of

death.

this loss, slow down when driving in

these conditions.

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SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Hazardous driving conditions

Reducing the risk of a rollover

WARNING - Downshifting

When hazardous driving conditions are

This multi-purpose passenger vehicle is

encountered such as water, snow, ice,

Downshifting with an automatic

defined as a Multi Purpose Vehicle

mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow

transaxle, while driving on slippery

(MPV). MPV’s have higher ground clear-

these suggestions:

surfaces can cause an accident.

ance and a narrower track to make them

•

Drive cautiously and allow extra dis-

The sudden change in tire speed

capable of performing in a wide variety of

tance for braking.

could cause the tires to skid. Be

road applications. Specific design char-

•

Avoid sudden braking or steering.

careful when downshifting on slip-

acteristics give them a higher center of

pery surfaces.

gravity than ordinary vehicles. An advan-

•

When braking with non-ABS brakes

tage of the higher ground clearance is a

pump the brake pedal with a light up-

better view of the road, which allows you

and-down motion until the vehicle is

to anticipate problems. They are not

stopped.

designed for cornering at the same

speeds as conventional passenger vehi-

WARNING - ABS

cles. Due to this risk, driver and passen-

Do not pump the brake pedal on a

gers are strongly recommended to buck-

vehicle equipped with ABS.

le their seat belts. In a rollover crash, an

unbelted person is more likely to die than

a person wearing a seat belt. There are

•

If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use

steps that a driver can make to reduce

second gear. Accelerate slowly to

the risk of a rollover.

avoid spinning the drive wheels.

If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or

•

Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or

abrupt maneuvers, do not load your roof

other non-slip material under the drive

rack with heavy cargo, and never modify

wheels to provide traction when stalled

your vehicle in any way.

in ice, snow, or mud.

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Driving your vehicle

WARNING - Spinning tires

Do not spin the wheels, especially

at speeds more than 56 km/h (35

mph). Spinning the wheels at high

speeds when the vehicle is station-

ary could cause a tire to overheat

which could result in tire damage

that may injure bystanders.

✽ NOTICE

The ESC system (if equipped) should be

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turned OFF prior to rocking the vehicle.

Smooth cornering

Driving at night

Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-

Because night driving presents more

WARNING

ners, especially when roads are wet.

hazards than driving in the daylight, here

Ideally, corners should always be taken

are some important tips to remember:

If your vehicle becomes stuck in

under gentle acceleration. If you follow

• Slow down and keep more distance

snow, mud, sand, etc., then you

these suggestions, tire wear will be held

between you and other vehicles, as it

may attempt to rock the vehicle free

to a minimum.

may be more difficult to see at night,

by moving it forward and backward.

Do not attempt this procedure if

especially in areas where there may

people or objects are anywhere

not be any street lights.

near the vehicle. During the rocking

• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare

operation the vehicle may suddenly

from other driver's headlights.

move forward of backward as it

• Keep your headlights clean and prop-

becomes unstuck, causing injury

erly aimed on vehicles not equipped

or damage to nearby people or

with the automatic headlight aiming

objects.

feature. Dirty or improperly aimed

headlights will make it much more diffi-

cult to see at night.

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Driving your vehicle

•

Avoid staring directly at the headlights

•

If your tires are not in good condition,

of oncoming vehicles. You could be

making a quick stop on wet pavement

temporarily blinded, and it will take

can cause a skid and possibly lead to

several seconds for your eyes to read-

an accident. Be sure your tires are in

just to the darkness.

good shape.

•

Turn on your headlights to make it eas-

ier for others to see you.

•

Driving too fast through large puddles

can affect your brakes. If you must go

through puddles, try to drive through

them slowly.

•

If you believe you may have gotten

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your brakes wet, apply them lightly

Driving in the rain

while driving until normal braking oper-

ation returns.

Rain and wet roads can make driving

dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-

pared for the slick pavement. Here are a

few things to consider when driving in the

rain:

• A heavy rainfall will make it harder to

see and will increase the distance

needed to stop your vehicle, so slow

down.

• Keep your windshield wiping equip-

ment in good shape. Replace your

windshield wiper blades when they

show signs of streaking or missing

areas on the windshield.

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Driving in flooded areas

WARNING

Avoid driving through flooded areas

unless you are sure the water is no high-

•

Underinflated or overinflated

er than the bottom of the wheel hub.

tires can cause poor handling,

Drive through any water slowly. Allow

loss of vehicle control, and sud-

adequate stopping distance because

den tire failure leading to acci-

brake performance may be affected.

dents, injuries, and even death.

After driving through water, dry the

Always check tires for proper

brakes by gently applying them several

inflation before driving. For prop-

times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

er tire pressures, refer to “Tires

and wheels” in section 8.

Driving off-road

•

Driving on tires with no or insuffi-

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cient tread is dangerous. Worn-

Drive carefully off-road because your

vehicle may be damaged by rocks or

Highway driving

out tires can result in loss of

vehicle control, collisions, injury,

roots of trees. Become familiar with the

Tires

and even death. Worn-out tires

off-road conditions where you are going

Adjust the tire inflation pressures to

should be replaced as soon as

to drive before you begin driving.

specification. Low tire inflation pressures

possible and should never be

will result in overheating and possible

used for driving. Always check

failure of the tires.

the tire tread before driving your

Avoid using worn or damaged tires which

car. For further information and

may result in reduced traction or tire fail-

tread limits, refer to “Tires and

ure.

wheels” in section 7.

✽ NOTICE

Never exceed the maximum tire infla-

tion pressure shown on the tires.

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