Hyundai Veloster 2012 Owner's manual

All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication.

However, Hyundai reserves the right to make changes at any time so that

our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out.

This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descriptions

and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a result,

you may find material in this manual that does not apply to your specific

vehicle.

Please note that some models are equipped with Right-Hand Drive (RHD).

The explanations and illustrations for some operations in RHD models are

opposite of those written in this manual.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

Operation

Maintenance

Specifications

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Your Hyundai should not be modified in any way. Such modifications may adversely affect the per-

formance, safety or durability of your Hyundai and may, in addition, violate conditions of the limited

warranties covering the vehicle. Certain modifications may also be in violation of regulations estab-

lished by the Department of Transportation and other government agencies in your country.

Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components. It is possible

for an improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio or cellular telephone to adversely affect electronic

systems. For this reason, we recommend that you carefully follow the radio manufacturer's instruc-

tions or consult your Hyundai dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions if you choose

to install one of these devices.

CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI

TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION

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This manual includes information titled as WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE.

These titles indicate the following:

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NOTICE

This indicates that interesting or helpful information is being provided.

SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING

WARNING

This indicates that a condition may result in harm, serious injury or death to you or other

persons if the warning is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the warning.

CAUTION

This indicates that a condition may result in damage to your vehicle or its equipment if the

caution is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the caution.

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FOREWORD

Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discriminating people who drive

Hyundais. The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each Hyundai we build is something of which we're very

proud.

Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new Hyundai. It is suggested that you read it care-

fully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you receive from your new car.

The manufacturer also recommends that service and maintenance on your vehicle be performed by an authorized Hyundai deal-

er.

HYUNDAI MOTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Note : Because future owners will also need the information included in this manual, if you sell this Hyundai, please leave the man-

ual in the vehicle for their use. Thank you.

system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Hyundai Motor Company.

CAUTION

Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do not meet Hyundai

specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and lubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 8-4 in the

Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner's Manual.

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Introduction

Your vehicle at a glance

Safety system of your vehicle

Features of your vehicle

Driving your vehicle

What to do in an emergency

Maintenance

Specifications & Consumer information

Index

table of contents

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How to use this manual / 1-2

Fuel requirements / 1-3

Vehicle break-in process / 1-5

Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6

Introduction

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We want to help you get the greatest

possible driving pleasure from your vehi-

cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you

in many ways. We strongly recommend

that you read the entire manual. In order

to minimize the chance of death or injury,

you must read the WARNING and CAU-

TION sections in the manual.

Illustrations complement the words in this

manual to best explain how to enjoy your

vehicle. By reading your manual, you

learn about features, important safety

information, and driving tips under vari-

ous road conditions.

The general layout of the manual is pro-

vided in the Table of Contents. A good

place to start is the index; it has an alpha-

betical listing of all information in your

manual.

Sections: This manual has eight sections

plus an index. Each section begins with a

brief list of contents so you can tell at a

glance if that section has the information

you want.

You’ll find various WARNING’s,

CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this manu-

al. These were prepared to enhance your

personal safety.You should carefully read

and follow ALL procedures and recom-

mendations provided in these

WARNING’s, CAUTION’s and NOTICE’s.

✽

NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates interesting or help-

ful information is being provided.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in

which harm, serious bodily injury or

death could result if the warning is

ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in

which damage to your vehicle could

result if the caution is ignored.

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Introduction

Gasoline engine

Unleaded

For Europe

For the optimal vehicle performance, we

recommend you to use unleaded gaso-

line which complies with EN 228 and has

an octane rating of RON (Research

Octane Number) 95 / AKI (Anti Knock

Index) 91 or higher. You may use unlead-

ed gasoline with an octane rating of RON

91-94 / AKI 87-90 but it may result in

slight performance reduction of the vehi-

cle.

Except Europe

Your new vehicle is designed to use only

unleaded fuel having an Octane Rating

of RON (Research Octane Number) 91 /

AKI (Anti-Knock Index) 87 or higher.

Your new vehicle is designed to obtain

maximum performance with UNLEADED

FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis-

sions and spark plug fouling.

Leaded (if equipped)

For some countries, your vehicle is

designed to use leaded gasoline. When

you are going to use leaded gasoline, we

recommend that you ask an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

Octane Rating of leaded gasoline is

same with unleaded one.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

CAUTION

NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The

use of leaded fuel is detrimental to

the catalytic converter and will

damage the engine control sys-

tem’s oxygen sensor and affect

emission control.

Never add any fuel system cleaning

agents to the fuel tank other than

what has been specified. (We rec-

ommend that the system be con-

sulted by an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer.)

WARNING

• Do not "top off" after the nozzle

automatically shuts off when

refueling.

• Always check that the fuel cap is

installed securely to prevent fuel

spillage in the event of an acci-

dent.

Introduction

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Gasoline containing alcohol and

methanol

Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and

ethanol (also known as grain alcohol),

and gasoline or gasohol containing

methanol (also known as wood alcohol)

are being marketed along with or instead

of leaded or unleaded gasoline.

Do not use gasohol containing more than

10% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or

gasohol containing any methanol. Either

of these fuels may cause drivability prob-

lems and damage to the fuel system.

Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if

drivability problems occur.

Vehicle damage or driveability problems

may not be covered by the manufactur-

er’s warranty if they result from the use

of:

1. Gasohol containing more than 10%

ethanol.

2. Gasoline or gasohol containing

methanol.

3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

Use of MTBE

Fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary

Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen

Content 2.7% weight) should not be used

in your vehicle.

Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.

(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may

reduce vehicle performance and produce

vapor lock or hard starting.

Do not use methanol

Fuels containing methanol (wood alco-

hol) should not be used in your vehicle.

This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-

formance and damage components of

the fuel system.

Fuel Additives

HYUNDAI recommends that you use

good quality gasoline that meets Europe

Fuel standards (EN228) or equivalents.

For customers who do not use good

quality gasoline including fuel additives

regularly, and have problems starting or

the engine does not run smoothly, one

bottle of additives added to the fuel tank

at every 15,000km (for Europe)/5,000km

(except Europe). Additives are available

from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer

along with information on how to use

them.

Operation in foreign countries

If you are going to drive your vehicle in

another country, be sure to:

• Observe all regulations regarding reg-

istration and insurance.

• Determine that acceptable fuel is avail-

able.

CAUTION

Never use gasohol which contains

methanol. Discontinue use of any

gasohol product which impairs dri-

vability.

CAUTION

Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty

may not cover damage to the fuel

system and any performance prob-

lems that are caused by the use of

fuels containing methanol or fuels

containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary

Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.

(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)

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Introduction

VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS

No special break-in period is needed. By

following a few simple precautions for the

first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to

the performance, economy and life of

your vehicle:

• Do not race the engine.

• While driving, keep your engine speed

(rpm, or revolutions per minute)

between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.

• Do not maintain a single speed for long

periods of time, either fast or slow.

Varying engine speed is needed to

properly break-in the engine.

• Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-

cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-

erly.

• Don't let the engine idle longer than 3

minutes at one time.

• Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000

km (1,200 miles) of operation.

Introduction

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INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Seat belt warning light

High beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

warning light*

Parking brake & Brake fluid

warning light

Malfunction indicator

Immobilizer indicator

Tailgate open warning light*

Charging system warning light

Door ajar warning light*

Electronic stability program

(ESP) indicator*

ESP OFF indicator*

Front fog light indicator*

Engine oil pressure warning

light

Electric power steering (EPS)

system warning light

Air bag warning light

Low tire pressure telltale* /

TPMS malfunction indicator*

Rear fog light indicator

Cruise SET indicator*

AUTO STOP for ISG system

indicator*

Cruise indicator*

Tail light indicator

Automatic transaxle shift posi-

tion indicator (Automatic

transaxle only)

Manual transaxle shift indicator

(Manual transaxle only)

Low fuel level warning light

Low beam indicator

❈ For more detailed explanations, refer

to “Instrument cluster” in section 4.

* if equipped

ECO indicator*

CRUISE

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Interior overview / 2-2

Instrument panel overview / 2-4

Engine compartment / 2-6

Your vehicle at a glance

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INTERIOR OVERVIEW

1. Inside door handle ............................4-15

2. Outside rearview mirror folding

button*...............................................4-40

3. Outside rearview mirror control

switch................................................4-39

4. Power window lock switch.................4-25

5. Power window switches ....................4-22

6. Hood release lever............................4-27

7. Fuse box ...........................................7-63

8. Headlight leveling device ..................4-80

9. Parking assist OFF button*...............4-68

10. Active ECO button* .........................5-43

11.

Idle Stop and Go system OFF

button*

.............................................5-13

12. ESP OFF button*............................5-33

13. Instrument panel illumination

control switch*.................................4-44

14. Steering wheel ................................4-36

15. Steering wheel tilt lever...................4-37

16. Seat warmer* ..................................3-10

17. Seat...................................................3-2

18. Fuel filler lid release lever ...............4-29

* if equipped

OFS012001L

■ Left-Hand drive type

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Your vehicle at a glance

1. Inside door handle ............................4-15

2. Outside rearview mirror folding

button*...............................................4-40

3. Outside rearview mirror control

switch................................................4-39

4. Power window lock switch.................4-25

5. Power window switches ....................4-22

6. Hood release lever............................4-27

7. Fuse box ...........................................7-63

8. Headlight leveling device ..................4-80

9. Parking assist OFF button*...............4-68

10. Active ECO button* .........................5-43

11.

Idle Stop and Go system OFF

button*

.............................................5-13

12. ESP OFF button*............................5-33

13. Instrument panel illumination

control switch*.................................4-44

14. Steering wheel ................................4-36

15. Steering wheel tilt lever...................4-37

16. Seat warmer* ..................................3-10

17. Seat...................................................3-2

18. Fuel filler lid release lever ...............4-29

* if equipped

OFS012001R

■ Right-Hand drive type

Your vehicle at a glance

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

1. Driver’s front air bag.........................3-43

2. Light control/Turn signals .................4-75

3. Instrument cluster.............................4-42

4. Wiper/Washer...................................4-81

5. Steering wheel audio controls* ......4-118

6. Auto cruise controls* ........................5-40

7. Audio controls* ...............................4-117

8. Digital clock ....................................4-111

9. Hazard warning flasher switch .........4-73

10. Seat warmer* .................................3-10

11. Climate control system...........4-89/4-98

12. Passenger’s front air bag ...............3-43

13. Glove box .....................................4-109

14. Power outlet*/Cigarette lighter*

...........................................4-114/4-111

15. Shift lever ...............................5-17/5-20

16. Parking brake .................................5-28

* if equipped

OFS011002

* The actual instrument panel in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

■ Left-Hand drive type

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Your vehicle at a glance

1. Driver’s front air bag.........................3-43

2. Light control/Turn signals .................4-75

3. Instrument cluster.............................4-42

4. Wiper/Washer...................................4-81

5. Steering wheel audio controls* ......4-118

6. Auto cruise controls* ........................5-40

7. Audio controls* ...............................4-117

8. Digital clock ....................................4-111

9. Hazard warning flasher switch .........4-73

10. Seat warmer* .................................3-10

11. Climate control system...........4-89/4-98

12. Passenger’s front air bag ...............3-43

13. Glove box .....................................4-109

14. Power outlet*/Cigarette lighter*

...........................................4-114/4-111

15. Shift lever ...............................5-17/5-20

16. Parking brake .................................5-28

* if equipped

OFS012002R

* The actual instrument panel in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

■ Right-Hand drive type

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

1. Engine coolant reservoir....................7-37

2. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-35

3. Brake/clutch* fluid reservoir...............7-40

4. Positive battery terminal ....................7-49

5. Negative battery terminal ..................7-49

6. Fuse box............................................7-63

7. Air cleaner .........................................7-42

8. Radiator cap ......................................7-39

9. Engine oil dipstick..............................7-35

10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir....7-41

* if equipped

❈ The actual engine room including engine

cover in the vehicle may differ from the

illustration.

OFS011003/OFS012003R

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Your vehicle at a glance

■ Left-Hand drive type

■ Right-Hand drive type

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Seats / 3-2

Seat belts / 3-16

Child restraint system / 3-26

Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-36

Safety features of your vehicle

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Driver’s seat

(1) Seat adjustment, forward/backward

(2) Seatback recliner

(3) Seat adjustment, height

(4) Lumbar support*

(5) Driver seat folding lever

(6) Seat warmer*

(7) Headrest adjustment

Front passenger seat

(8) Seat adjustment, forward/backward

(9) Seatback recliner

(10) Seat warmer*

(11) Headrest adjustment

Rear seat

(12) Headrest adjustment

(13) Split folding rear seat

* if equipped

SEATS

OFS031001

* The actual feature in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Safety features of your vehicle

WARNING - Driver’s seat

• Never attempt to adjust seat

while the vehicle is moving. This

could result in loss of control,

and an accident causing death,

serious injury, or property dam-

age.

• Do not allow anything to interfere

with the normal position of the

seatback. Storing items against a

seatback or in any other way

interfering with proper locking of

a seatback could result in serious

or fatal injury in a sudden stop or

collision.

• Always drive and ride with your

seatback upright and the lap por-

tion of the seat belt snug and low

across the hips. This is the best

position to protect you in case of

an accident.

• In order to avoid unnecessary

and perhaps severe air bag

injuries, always sit as far back as

possible from the steering wheel

while maintaining comfortable

control of the vehicle. We recom-

mend that your chest be at least

250 mm (10 inches) away from

the steering wheel.

WARNING - Uprighting

seat

When you return the seatback to its

upright position, hold the seatback

and return it slowly and be sure

there are no other occupants

around the seat. If the seatback is

returned without being held and

controlled, the back of the seat

could move forward or backward

resulting in accidental injury to a

person struck by the seatback.

WARNING - Driver respon-

sibility for passengers

Riding in a vehicle with seatback

reclined could lead to serious or

fatal injury in an accident. If a seat

is reclined during an accident, the

occupant’s hips may slide under

the lap portion of the seat belt

applying great force to the unpro-

tected abdomen. The protection of

your restraint system (seat belt

and air bags) is greatly reduced by

reclining your seat. Serious or fatal

internal injuries could result. The

driver must advise the passenger

to keep the seatback in an upright

position whenever the vehicle is in

motion.

WARNING - Loose objects

Loose objects in the driver’s foot

area could interfere with the opera-

tion of the foot pedals, possibly

causing an accident. Do not place

anything under the front seats.

WARNING

Do not use a sitting cushion that

reduces friction between the seat

and passenger. The passenger's

hips may slide under the lap por-

tion of the seat belt during an acci-

dent or a sudden stop. Serious or

fatal internal injuries could result

because the seat belt can't operate

normally.

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