2003 Hyundai Sonata Owner's Manual - Page 115

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI C020A01A-AAT C030A01A-AAT C040A01Y-AAT 2- 3 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Before you start the engine, you should always: 1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other indications of possible trouble. 2. After entering the car, check to be sure the parking brake is engaged. 3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean. 4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors are clean and in position. 5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to be sure they are in their proper positions. 6. Lock all the doors. 7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all other occupants have fastened theirs. 8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are not needed. 9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON", check that all appropriate warning lights are operating and that you have sufficient fuel. 10.Check the operation of warning lights and all bulbs when key is in the "ON" position. COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH To Start the Engine Before starting the engine: o If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and depress the clutch. o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle, place the shift lever in "P" (park). o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and turn it to the "START" position. Release it as soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds. KEY POSITIONS ACC LOCK ON START NOTE: o For safety, the engine will not start if the shift lever is not in "P" or "N" Position. o The ignition key cannot be turned from "ACC" position to "LOCK" position unless the shift lever is in the "P" (Park) position or the negative battery terminal is disconnected from the battery. To remove the key, always confirm that the shift lever is securely positioned in "P" (Park). o For additional information about starting, see page 2-3. ! o "ON" CAUTION: The engine should not be turned off or the key removed from the ignition key cylinder while the car is in motion. When the key is in the "ON" position, the ignition is on and all accessories may be turned on. If the engine is not running, the key should not be left in the "ON" position. This will discharge the battery and may also damage the ignition system.