Driving on snowy or icy roads
Driving in deep snow may require winter tires or snow chains. Winter tires must be the same type and size as the original equipment tires. Failure to do so will result in reduced safety and poor vehicle handling. Driving at high speeds, sudden acceleration and braking, and sharp turns are very dangerous. Use engine braking as much as possible to slow the vehicle down. Sudden braking on snow or ice will cause the vehicle to skid. Keep a sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead. Brake smoothly. Installing snow chains on tires increases traction but does not prevent skidding.
Note: Snow chains are prohibited in some regions.
Use a quality ethylene glycol based coolant
The engine cooling system of a new Hyundai car issued to the customer is filled with a high-quality ethylene glycol-based fluid. Only this type of fluid must be used, as it does not corrode the engine, provides lubrication to the water pump and does not freeze. Change the coolant and restore it to normal levels within the times specified in section 5. Before the start of the winter period, check the properties of the filled coolant to make sure that its freezing temperature corresponds to the expected winter temperatures.
Check the battery and its wires
In winter conditions, the battery works with an increased load. Inspect the battery and wires as described in section 6. The battery state of charge can be checked at a Hyundai service station.
Top up with winter oil if necessary
In some climates, in cold winter weather, a lower viscosity oil should be used (see section 9). If you are not sure which brand of oil to use, contact your Hyundai dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition system
Check the spark plugs as indicated in section 6 and replace if necessary. Also check all wires and parts of the ignition system for cracks, friction or other damage.
Frost protection for door locks
To prevent the locks from freezing, inject an approved defrosting liquid or glycerin into the lock well. If the lock is icy on the outside, spray the specified defrosting liquid on it. If the lock is frozen inside, it can be thawed with a heated key, being careful not to burn your fingers with the hot key.
Note: The operating temperature of the immobilizer transceiver built into the key is between -40°C and 80°C. If the key is heated to over 80°C when defrosting the lock, the transceiver may be damaged.
Use an approved windscreen washer fluid
To prevent freezing of windshield washer water, mix it with an approved antifreeze, as directed on the package. Washer antifreeze is available from your Hyundai dealer and most auto parts stores. Do not use engine coolant or other antifreeze as they can damage paintwork.
Prevent the parking brake from freezing
In some conditions, the applied parking brake may freeze, most commonly when snow or ice accumulates around or on the rear wheel brakes, or when water gets into the brakes. If there is a risk of the parking brake freezing, apply it only for a short time when the selector lever is in position «R» (by car with automatic transmission) or engaging 1st gear or reverse (in a car with a manual transmission), and place chocks under the wheels to hold the vehicle in place. Then release the parking brake.
Prevent snow and ice from accumulating under the vehicle
In some conditions, snow and ice can accumulate under the wings of the vehicle, preventing the steering wheels from turning. In winter driving conditions, when this may occur, periodically check the underside of the body for obstruction to front wheel turning and steering movement.
Have emergency equipment in your car
Depending on the severity of winter driving conditions, appropriate emergency equipment must be provided in the vehicle. It may include snow chains, tow straps or chains, a flashlight, signal lights, sand, a shovel, wires to start the engine from an external battery, a glass scraper, gloves, bedding, covers, a blanket, etc.