Hyundai 2011 Owner's manual

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Specifications

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FOREWORD

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

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Vehicle Specifications and consumer information section of the Owner's Manual.

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Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts

1. What are Hyundai Genuine Parts?

Hyundai Genuine Parts are the same

parts used by Hyundai Motor

Company to manufacture vehicles.

They are designed and tested for the

optimum safety, performance, and reli-

ability for our customers.

2. Why should you use genuine parts?

Hyundai Genuine Parts are engi-

neered and built to meet rigid manu-

facturing requirements. Using imita-

tion, counterfeit or used salvage parts

is not covered under the Hyundai New

Vehicle Limited Warranty or any other

Hyundai warranty.

In addition, any damage to or failure of

Hyundai Genuine Parts caused by the

installation or failure of an imitation,

counterfeit or used salvage part is not

covered by any Hyundai Warranty.

3. How can you tell if you are purchas-

ing Hyundai Genuine Parts?

Look for the Hyundai Genuine Parts

Logo on the package (see below).

Hyundai Genuine Parts exported to

the United States are packaged with

labels written only in English.

Hyundai Genuine Parts are only sold

through authorized Hyundai Dealerships.

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Introduction

Your vehicle at a glance

Safety features of your vehicle

Features of your vehicle

Driving your vehicle

What to do in an emergency

Maintenance

Specifications, Consumer information,

Reporting safety defects

Index

table of contents

HYUNDAI HYBRID SYSTEM / 2

SONATA HEV ENERGY FLOW / 4

STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE / 6

THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE / 7

Hybrid system quick reference

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Hyundai Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

uses a gasoline engine and an electric

motor for power. The electric motor is

run from a 280V high voltage HEV bat-

tery.

HEV computer decides according to

drive condition when to use engine

from when to use the electric motor or

even both at times.

Fuel is saved when the engine is not

running at idle at times or the vehicle

is driven by the electric motor from

the HEV battery.

The charge of the HEV battery has to

be maintained so at times the engine

becomes a generator which includes

when stopped at idle. Charging also

occurs when decelerating or by

regenerative braking.

Display of Hybrid system

Many displays provide information about

the hybrid system, such as, ECO level

and ECO score.

Through the ECO LEVEL, the driver under-

stands the situation of economical driving.

If the driver drives the vehicle with eco-

nomical driving, the ECO LEVEL rises.

And it means the CO2 emission reduction.

In TOTAL ECO SCORE, when you get the

maximum step of ECO LEVEL, ECO sys-

tem adds the score and saves the score.

Eco level display flower mode.1

When the hybrid vehicle is started, the

ECO level step 4 is displayed. If you drive

economically, ECO level will be upgrad-

ed.

- However, if you do not drive economical-

ly, the ECO level will be down-graded.

HYUNDAI HYBRID SYSTEM

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Eco level display flower mode.2

In the “vehicle setting”, if you change the

animation mode to "ON", the dynamic

image will be activated.

- This provides the driver with the

dynamic ECO mode.

Total eco score display

If your ECO level achieves the top step,

your ECO score automatically saves 1

point.

In the “vehicle setting”, if you change the

animation mode to “ON”, the dynamic

image will be on.

SOC Gauge (State of charge)

This State of Charge(SOC) gauge indi-

cates the left Hybrid battery power. If the

SOC is near L level, the vehicle automat-

ically operates the engine to charge the

battery. However, if the service indicator

and MIL(Malfunction indicator lamp) turn

on when the State of Charge(SOC) is

near L(Low), the vehicle should be

towed. Refer to the chapter 6.

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Hyundai SONATA hybrid system notifies

customers of energy flow through

MODE.

As condition of vehicle drive, eleven

MODEs show drivers the current operat-

ing system.

Vehicle Stop

This mode means the

vehicle stop.

(No energy flow)

EV Propulsion

Motor power is used to

move the vehicle.

(Battery ➞ Wheel)

Power Assist

Motor and Engine

power are used to

move the vehicle.

(Battery & Energy ➞

Wheel)

Engine Only Propulsion

Engine power is used

to move the vehicle.

(Engine ➞ Wheel)

Engine Generation

When the vehicle is

stopped, Engine charges

the high voltage battery.

(Engine ➞ Battery)

SONATA HEV ENERGY FLOW

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Regeneration

By the regenerative

brake system, the high

voltage battery is

charged.

(Wheel ➞ Battery)

Engine Brake

This is the brake situa-

tion of vehicle used to

Engine Friction.

(Wheel ➞ Engine)

Power Reserve

When the engine oper-

ates the vehicle, simul-

taneously the battery is

charged.

(Engine ➞ Wheel &

Battery)

Engine Generation/Motor Drive

The engine charges

the high voltage bat-

tery. The motor oper-

ates the vehicle.

(Engine ➞ Battery ➞

Wheel)

Engine Generation/Regeneration

The engine and regen-

erative brake system

charges the high volt-

age battery.

(Engine & Wheel ➞

Battery)

Engine Brake/Regeneration

The engine friction is

used to vehicle brake

system and the regen-

erative brake charges

the hybrid battery.

(Wheel ➞ Engine &

Battery)

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Starting the engine

1.Carry the smart key or leave it inside

the vehicle.

2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly

applied.

3.Place the shift lever in the P(Park)

position. In N(Neutral) position, you

can not start the vehicle.

4.Depress the brake pedal.

5.Press the engine start/stop button.

6.In extremely cold weather or after the

vehicle has not been operated for sev-

eral days, let the engine warm up with-

out depressing the accelerator.

Whether the engine is cold or warm, it

should be started without depressing

the accelerator.

• Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,

if it is far away from you, the engine

may not start.

• When the engine start/stop button is

in the ACC or ON position, if any door

is open, the system checks for the

smart key. If the smart key is not in

the vehicle, the warning, "Key is not

in vehicle" will come on, and if all

doors are closed, the chime will also

sound for about 5 seconds. The indi-

cator will turn off while the vehicle is

moving. Keep the smart key in the

vehicle when using the ACC position

or if the vehicle engine is on.

IF the starting procedure is followed,

the "READY" symbol on the instru-

ment cluster will turn on. For more

details, Please check chapter 5.

ECONOMICAL and SAFE OPERA-

TION of Hybrid system

• Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a mod-

erate rate and maintain a steady cruis-

ing speed. Don't make "jack-rabbit"

starts. Don't race between stoplights.

Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible.

Always maintain a safe distance from

other vehicles so you can avoid unnec-

essary braking. This also reduces

brake wear.

• The regenerative brake generates

energy when the vehicle decelerates.

• When the hybrid battery power is low,

the hybrid system automatically

recharges the hybrid battery.

• When the engine runs in "N" position,

the hybrid system can not generate

electricity. The hybrid battery cannot

recharge in "N" position. Please check

chapter 5.

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NOTICE

In the hybrid system, the engine auto-

matically runs and stops. If the hybrid

system operates, the "READY" symbol

is illuminated.

In the following situation, the engine

may operate automatically.

- When the engine is ready to run

- When the hybrid battery is charged

- Depending on the temperature condi-

tion of the hybrid battery

STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE (SMART KEY)

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THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE

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1. Engine : 2.4L

2. Drive Motor : 30kW

3. Transmission : 6AT

4. Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG)

5. High voltage battery system

6. HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit)

7. Electric Water Pump (EWP)

8. Brake system with hydraulic booster

9. Electric air-conditioning compressor

10. Electric Oil Pump (EOP)

H8

The hybrid system caution for safety

THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)

WARNING

In the hybrid system, the hybrid

battery uses high voltage to oper-

ate the motor and other compo-

nents. This high voltage hybrid bat-

tery system can be very dangerous.

Never touch the hybrid system. If

you touch the hybrid battery sys-

tem, serious injury or death may

occur.

WARNING

The high voltage warning label is

attached to the components of high

voltage is orange. Never touch the

wires, cables and connectors as

possible. If not, serious injury or

death causes.

WARNING

When you replace the fuses, Be

careful the HPCU. Never touch the

HPCU. If not, it may result in HPCU

warning.

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WARNING

• Do not disassemble the high volt-

age motor connector. If not, it

may result in death or serious

injury.

• Your vehicle's hybrid system

should only be inspected or

repaired by an authorized

Hyundai dealer.

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WARNING

• Do not disassemble or assemble

the package module. Doing so

may result in death or serious

injury.

• If you disassemble or assemble

hybrid system components

improperly, it may damage the

performance and reliability of

your vehicle.

• If electrolyte comes in contact

with your body, clothes or eyes,

immediately flush with a large

quantity of fresh tap water. Have

your eyes examined by a doctor

as soon as possible.

WARNING

Never assemble or disassemble the

high voltage battery system.

• If you assemble or disassemble

the high voltage battery system

arbitrarily, the durability and per-

formance of vehicle may be dam-

aged.

• When you want to check the high

voltage battery system, have the

vehicle checked and inspected by

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

• Do not touch the high voltage

battery and high voltage cable

connected to motor(orange

color). If not, severe burns and

electric shock may occur. For

your safety, do not touch the

cover of electronic components

and electronic cable. Do not

remove the cover of electronic

components and electronic cable

arbitrarily. In particular, Never

touch the high voltage battery

system when the hybrid system

operated. If not, it may result if

death or serious injury.

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WARNING

• Never use the package modules

(high voltage battery, inverter,

converter) for any other purpose.

• Do not use an after-market bat-

tery charger to charge the high

voltage battery. Doing so may

result in death or serious injury.

• Never put into a fire. Doing so

may result in serious burns.

• Never drill into, strike or other-

wise damage the package mod-

ules. Doing so may result in seri-

ous injury or death.

CAUTION

• When the vehicle is paint baked,

do not pass 30 minutes in 158°F

(70°C) or 20 minutes in 176°F

(80°C) degree.

• When you clean the engine com-

partment, do not wash using

water. Water may cause an elec-

tric shock to occur and damage

electronic parts and components.

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Service plug

This service plug (1) located in the rear

trunk as shown should always be pulled

out to disconnect and turn off the hybrid

system.

IMPORTANT: Wait 5 minutes after this

lever is disconnected to work on the

car to assure all remaining charge in

the system has dissipated.

THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)

WARNING

This hybrid vehicle uses the hybrid

battery system inverter and con-

verter to generate high voltage.

High voltage in the hybrid battery

system is very dangerous and can

cause severe burns and electric

shock. This may result in serious

injury or death.

• For your safety, never touch,

replace, dismantle or remove the

hybrid battery system including

components, cables and connec-

tors. Severe burns or electric

shock may result in serious

injury or death if you do not fol-

low this warning.

• When the hybrid battery system

operates, the hybrid battery sys-

tem can be hot. Always be care-

ful because burns or electric

shock maybe caused by high

voltage.

• Do not drop water or liquid to

HPCU, HSG, Motor and fuses. The

hybrid system components are

covered, If you drop water or liq-

uid to hybrid system components,

it may result in electronic shock.

WARNING

This plug is attached to the hybrid

battery system, which contains

very dangerous high voltage.

Touching the service lever may

cause severe burns or electric

shock. When you touch it, be care-

ful not to damage.

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The special features of hybrid

vehicle.

Hybrid vehicles sound different than

gasoline engine vehicles. When the

hybrid system operates, you may hear a

sound from the hybrid battery system

behind the rear seat. If you apply the

accelerator pedal rapidly, you may hear a

sound. when you apply the brake pedal,

you may hear a sound from the regener-

ative brake system. When the hybrid sys-

tem is turned off or on, you may hear a

sound in the engine compartment. If you

depress the brake pedal repeatedly

when the hybrid system is turned on, you

may hear a sound in the engine com-

partment. None of these sounds indicate

a problem. They are characteristics of

hybrid vehicles.

If any of following occur, it's not a unnor-

mal condition even if you may hear a

motor sound in the engine compartment.

- After turning off the hybrid system, the

brake pedal is released.

- When the hybrid system is turned off,

the brake pedal is applied.

- When the driver door is opened.

When the hybrid system is turned on, the

engine may run or not. In this situation,

you may feel a vibration. This does not

indicate a malfunction. If the "READY"

symbol is turned on, the hybrid system

starts. Even if the engine is off, you can

operate the vehicle.

WARNING

The hybrid system contains many

electronic components. High volt-

age components like cables and

other parts may emit electromag-

netic waves. Even if the electro-

magnetic cover blocks electromag-

netic emissions, electromagnetic

waves may have an effect on elec-

tronic appliances. If you park the

vehicle for a long time, the hybrid

system will discharge. You need to

drive the vehicle several times per

month. We recommend driving at

least 1 hour or 10 miles when you

drive the vehicle. If the hybrid bat-

tery is discharged and if it is impos-

sible to jump start the vehicle con-

tact your Hyundai dealer.

WARNING

• When you start the hybrid system

in the "P" transmission position,

the "READY" symbol is illuminat-

ed in the cluster. The driver can

drive the vehicle even if the

engine is stopped.

• When you leave the vehicle, you

should turn off the hybrid system

or shift into the "P" position. If

you depress the accelerator

pedal by mistake and the vehicle

is not in the "P" position, the

vehicle will move abruptly. This

may result in serious injury or

death.

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The hybrid battery air intake is located

behind the rear seats.The hybrid battery

air intake is used to cool the hybrid bat-

tery. If the hybrid battery air intake is

blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat.

Do not cover the air intake with objects.

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NOTICE

Clean the air intake for the hybrid bat-

tery regularly with a dry cloth.

THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)

WARNING

• Never wash the intake of the

hybrid battery with a wet cloth. If

any water enters the air intake of

the hybrid battery, the hybrid bat-

tery may cause an electric shock.

The electric shock may cause seri-

ous damage, injury or death.

• The hybrid battery is composed of

lithium-ion polymer. If you handle

a hybrid battery improperly, it is

dangerous to the environment and

may cause electrical shock and

severe burns. It may result in death

or serious injury.

• Do not spill liquid over the air intake

of the hybrid battery. Doing so is

very dangerous and it may cause

electric shock or serious injury.

• Do not cover the air intake with

objects.

• Do not input any objects into the

air intake of the hybrid battery.

Doing so may cause loss of air

intake to the hybrid battery. If any

objects enters the air intake con-

tact your Hyundai dealer as soon

as possible.

(Continued)

• Never place a container of liquid

on the air intake. If the liquid

spills, the hybrid battery located

in the trunk may be damaged.

• While driving, be careful of mov-

ing loads in the trunk. Moving

loads may have an effect on

package modules causing dam-

age and loss of function.

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If An Accident Occurs When the hybrid vehicle shuts off

When the high voltage battery dis-

charged, 12-volt battery discharged, or

fuel tank is empty, the hybrid system may

not operate while driving. If the Hybrid

system is not operated, do the following;

1.Reduce the vehicle speed gradually.

Pull your vehicle off the road as safe

area.

2.Shift the transmission into "P" position.

3.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

4.Set the start button at OFF, and try to

start the Hybrid system by applying the

brake pedal and pushing the start but-

ton.

5.If the Hybrid system will not operate,

refer to "EMERGENCY STARTING" in

chapter 6.

When you try to jump start the vehicle,

confirm the fuel level and exact proce-

dure of jump start. For details, see the

"EMERGENCY STARING" in chapter 6.

If the fuel level is low, do not try to drive

the vehicle on battery power. The high

voltage battery may be discharged and

the Hybrid system will turn off.

WARNING

• After parking the vehicle, shift the

transmission into "P" position.

Turn off the hybrid system. Push

the button again to turn off.

• For your safety, do not touch high

voltage cables, connectors and

package modules.

• Exposed cables or wires maybe

visible inside or outside of the

vehicle. Never touch the wires or

cables, because an electrical

shock may occur causing injury or

death.

• If a fire occurs, never use water to

put out a fire. For safety, use an

extinguisher for electrical fires

with proper chemicals and evacu-

ate immediately.

• If you need towing, refer to chapter

6.

WARNING

When you pull your vehicle off the

road as safe area, open the door

when the vehicle completely stops.

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