Hyundai Sonata LF Quiz
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 — 48Convenient Features of Your Vehicle — 162Multimedia System — 7Driving Your Vehicle — 90What to Do in an Emergency — 32Maintenance — 59Specifications, Consumer Information and Safety Defect Reporting — 8
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If the Engine Does Not Crank or Cranks Slowly

  • Make sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park). 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 light. If the light dims or goes out while the starter is operating, the battery is discharged.

Do not push or tow the vehicle to start the engine. This may damage your vehicle. See the "Jump Starting" instructions in this chapter.

CAUTION

Push-starting or towing the vehicle may overload the catalytic converter, which may damage 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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