Driving Your Vehicle

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WARNING

Carbon monoxide (CO) is poisonous. Inhaling CO can cause loss of consciousness and death.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which cannot be seen or smelled.

Do not breathe engine exhaust.

If at any time you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.

Make sure the exhaust system does not leak.

The exhaust system should be inspected whenever the vehicle is raised for oil changes or for any other purpose. If you notice a change in exhaust sound or if you drive over something that strikes the underside of the vehicle, have the exhaust system inspected as soon as possible at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Do not start the engine in an enclosed area.

Never let the engine run at idle in a garage, even if the garage door is open. This is a dangerous practice. Start the engine only long enough to get the vehicle out of the garage.

Avoid running the engine at idle for extended periods when people are inside the vehicle.

If it is necessary to run the engine at idle for an extended period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in an open area with the air intake set to "Fresh" and the fan control set to high so that fresh air enters the vehicle.

Keep the air intakes clean.

To ensure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the vent air intakes located in front of the windshield clear of snow, ice, leaves, and other obstructions.

If you must drive with the rear door open:

Close all windows.

Open the instrument panel vents.

Set the air intake control to Fresh, the air flow control to Floor or Face, and the fan control to high.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Engine exhaust and many vehicle components, including components found in the vehicle interior, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. In addition, some fluids contained in vehicles and certain component parts contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

For additional information, go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle

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