Hyundai Sonata Owners Manual

The Hyundai Sonata is a comfortable and likable midsize sedan that proves Hyundai can build cars that are not just easy on the pocketbook, but also easy to live with as well. Like most vehicles in the midsize sedan class, the Sonata offers front-wheel drive, numerous safety features and a choice of trim levels that include sporty and plush variants. Setting the Sonata apart, however, is Hyundai's lower pricing and outstanding warranty coverage.

For the most part, the Sonata has kept getting better. The current model, in particular, is not only a fully competitive choice for a family sedan, but a standout among its peers. In addition to the strong value proposition, it adds a few things previously not seen in this conservative nameplate -- namely, daring styling and sporty driving dynamics. Newer pre-owned Sonatas are also a solid choice, but models prior to 2006 remain a risky used-car proposition.

• Introduction

• How to use this manual

• Fuel requirements

• Vehicle break-in process

• Vehicle data collection and event data recorders

• Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster

• Your vehicle at a glance

• Interior overview

• Instrument panel overview

• Engine compartment

• Safety features of your vehicle

• Seats

• Seat belts

• Child restraint system

• Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system

• Features of your vehicle

• Keys

• Smart key

• Remote keyless entry

• Theft-alarm system

• Door locks

• Trunk

• Windows

• Hood

• Fuel filler lid

• Sunroof

• Panorama sunroof

• Steering wheel

• Mirrors

• Instrument cluster

• Rear view camera

• Hazard warning flasher

• Lighting

• Wipers and washers

• Interior light

• Defroster

• Manual climate control system

• Automatic climate control system

• Windshield defrosting and defogging

• Storage compartments

• Interior features

• Audio system

• Driving your vehicle

• Before driving

• Key

• Engine start/stop button

• Manual transaxle

• Automatic transaxle

• Brake system

• Cruise control system

• Active ECO system

• Economical operation

• Special driving conditions

• Winter driving

• Vehicle load limit

• Vehicle weight

• Trailer towing

• What to do in an emergency

• Road warning

• In case of an emergency while driving

• If the engine will not start

• Emergency starting

• If the engine overheats

• Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

• If you have a flat tire

• Towing

• Maintenance

• Engine compartment

• Maintenance services

• Owner maintenance

• Scheduled maintenance service

• Normal maintenance schedule

• Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

• Engine oil

• Engine coolant

• Brake fluid

• Washer fluid

• Parking brake

• Air cleaner

• Climate control air filter

• Wiper blades

• Battery

• Tires and wheels

• Fuses

• Light bulbs

• Appearance care

• Emission control system

• California perchlorate notice

• Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects

• Dimensions

• Bulb wattage

• Tires and wheels

• Recommended lubricants and capacities

• Vehicle identification number (VIN)

• Vehicle certification label

• Tire specification and pressure label

• Engine number