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What to Do in an Emergency

If the Engine Does Not Start

In this manual: What to Do in an Emergency
Your Vehicle at a Glance — 5Your Vehicle's Safety System — 55Convenient Features of Your Vehicle — 166Driving Your Vehicle — 92What to Do in an Emergency — 20Maintenance — 44Specifications, Consumer Information and Safety Defect Reporting — 6
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If the engine does not start or cranks slowly

  • Make sure the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) or P (Park) position. The engine will start only when the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park).
  • Check the battery connections to make sure they are clean and tight.
  • Turn on the interior lights. If the lights dim or go out when you crank the starter, the battery is discharged.

Do not push or tow the vehicle to start it. This may cause damage to your vehicle. Refer to the instructions for "Quick Start" provided in this chapter.

CAUTION

Pushing or towing the vehicle to start it may overload the catalytic converter, which may result in damage to the emission control system.

If the engine cranks normally but does not start

Check the fuel level and add fuel if necessary.

If the engine still does not start, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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