Hyundai's high-performance automatic transmission has four forward gears and one reverse gear. Gear shifting is carried out automatically depending on the position of the selector. The selector lever has a conventional shift pattern, shown in the figure.
At night, when the parking lights and headlights are turned on, the indicators on the gearbox panel light up automatically.
Caution: Do not move the selector lever to the "P" or "R" position while the vehicle is moving.
Note:
To move the selector, you need to press the button while simultaneously pressing the brake pedal.
To move the selector, you need to press the button.
You do not need to press the button to move the selector.
When performing the first few gear changes on a new car, or when the battery terminals have been disconnected and reconnected for the first time, there may be a delay in shifting gears. This is normal and gear shifting will become smooth again after the transmission control unit has completed a few automatic shift cycles.
The selector lever positions have the following purpose:
"P" ("Parking"): Used to hold the vehicle in place while parked and when starting the engine. In all cases when parking the vehicle, apply the parking brake and set the selector lever to position "P".
Caution: Do not move the selector lever to position "P" until the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in serious damage to the gearbox.
"R" ("Reverse"): Reverse gear engagement position. Set the selector lever to the "R" position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
"N" ("Neutral"): In this position of the lever, the gearbox is in neutral. When the selector lever is in position "N", the engine can be started. However, this is not recommended unless the engine stalls while the vehicle is moving.
"D" ("Movement"): Normal driving position during which all four forward gears are automatically shifted.
"3" - Third gear: (1,8/2,0 DOHC) Use this mode when driving on slippery roads, when driving uphill, or for engine braking when going downhill. When the selector lever is in position "3", the gearbox automatically shifts between first, second and third gears. This means that there will be no shifting to fourth gear. However, fourth gear may be engaged when the vehicle exceeds a certain speed to prevent the engine from exceeding the maximum permissible speed. When returning to normal driving conditions, move the selector lever to position "D".
"2" - Second gear: Use this mode when driving on slippery roads, when driving uphill, or for engine braking when going downhill. When the selector lever is in position "2", the gearbox automatically shifts between first and second gears. This means that there will be no shifting to third gear. However, third gear may be engaged when the vehicle exceeds a certain speed to prevent the engine from exceeding the maximum permissible speed. When returning to normal driving conditions, move the selector lever to position "D".
"L" - Low gear: This mode is used when climbing a steep hill or when using engine braking on a steep descent. When shifting to "L", the transmission will remain in second gear for a while until the vehicle speed decreases enough to engage the lower (first) gear. Do not exceed 50 km/h in the lower gear "L". When the selector lever is in the "L" position, the transmission automatically shifts to first gear. However, it is possible to switch to second gear when the car exceeds a certain speed; if the speed continues to increase, third gear will be engaged to avoid exceeding the maximum engine speed.
Note:
- To ensure smooth and safe operation, before shifting the selector lever from the "P" (Park) or "N" position (Neutral position) into the reverse gear position, fully depress the brake pedal.
- To move the selector from the "P" ("Park") position to any other position, you must fully depress the brake pedal.
- Move the selector from the positions "R" ("Reverse"), "N" (Neutral position), "D" ("Movement"),
- "3" (1.8/2.0 DOHC), "2", "L" you can always put it in position "P" ("Parking"). In this case, the car must be completely stopped to avoid damaging the gearbox.
Attention:
- While the vehicle is moving, do not move the selector lever to the "P" or "R" position.
- Do not press the accelerator pedal while the transmission is in reverse or one of the forward gears with the brake pedal depressed.
- Always press the brake pedal when moving the selector from the "P" or "N" positions to the "R", "D", "3" (1.8/2.0 DOHC), "2" or "L".
- Do not use the "P" (Park) position instead of the parking brake. Even when you leave the car for a short time, always apply the parking brake, move the selector to the "P" (Park) position and turn off the ignition. Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
- Check the ATF level in your automatic transmission regularly and add fluid if necessary.
Correct driving techniques
Do not move the selector lever from the "P" or "N" position to any other position while the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Do not move the selector lever to the "P" position while the vehicle is moving.
Set the selector lever to the "R" position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Do not shift the transmission into neutral while driving downhill. This can be extremely dangerous.
When driving downhill, do not maintain the desired speed by constantly braking. This will cause the brakes to overheat and become less effective. On a long descent, use engine braking by slowing down and engaging one of the lower gears, which will allow you to maintain the desired speed.
Reduce speed before engaging lower gears, otherwise the lower gear may not engage.
Always apply the parking brake when stopping and parking. Do not rely on the vehicle being held securely in place when the transmission is in the "P" position.
Exercise extreme caution when driving on slippery surfaces, especially when braking, accelerating and changing gears. If you change speed suddenly on a slippery surface, the drive wheels may lose traction and the vehicle will go out of control.
Warning:
- Reduce speed when turning corners.
- Avoid sudden maneuvers, including sudden lane changes or sharp turns at high speed.
- Always wear your seat belt.
- The risk of a vehicle overturning due to loss of control increases significantly at high speeds.
- Control of a vehicle is often lost when two or more wheels leave the hard surface and land on soft ground and the driver turns the steering wheel abruptly to return the vehicle to the road.
- If your vehicle has left the roadway, do not make any sudden steering movements and reduce speed before returning the vehicle to the traffic lane.
- When a vehicle collides with an obstacle, the risk of death is significantly higher for unbelted passengers than for those wearing seat belts.
- Do not exceed the speed limit indicated on road signs.