2009 Hyundai Veracruz Owner's Manual - Page 275

Driving your vehicle • You must consciously take the effort to learn how to corner in an AWD vehicle. Do not rely on your experience in conventional 2WD vehicles in choosing safe cornering speed in AWD mode. For starters, you must drive more slowly in AWD. WARNING - Wind danger If you are driving in heavy wind, the vehicle's higher center of gravity decreases your steering control capacity and requires you to drive more slowly. • If you need to drive in water, stop your vehicle, set your transfer to the AWD LOCK mode and drive at less than 5 mph (8 km/h). WARNING - AWD Reduce speed when you turn corners. The center of gravity of AWD vehicles is higher than that of conventional 2WD vehicles, making them more likely to roll over when you turn corners too fast. • Drive carefully off-road because your vehicle may be damaged by rocks or roots of trees. Become familiar with the off-road conditions where you are going to drive before you begin driving. OEN056010 WARNING - Steering wheel Do not grab inside of the steering wheel when you are driving offroad. Your arm may be hurt by a sudden steering maneuver or from steering wheel rebound due to impact with objects on the ground. You could lose control of the steering wheel. • Always hold the steering wheel firmly when you are driving off-road. • Make sure all passengers are wearing seat belts. WARNING - Driving through water Drive slowly. If you are driving too fast in water, the water spray can get into the engine compartment and wet the ignition system, causing your vehicle to suddenly stall. If this happens and your vehicle is in a tilted position, your vehicle may roll over. 5 18