If Vehicle Stalls While Driving; If Engine Turns Over Normally But Does Not Start; If The Vehicle Will Not Start - Hyundai 2012 Sonata Hybrid Owner's Manual

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2. When the vehicle is stopped, turn on
your emergency hazard flashers, set
the parking brake and put the transaxle
in P (automatic transaxle).
3. Have all passengers get out of the car.
Be sure they all get out on the side of
the car that is away from traffic.
4. When changing a flat tire, follow the
instruction provided later in this sec-
tion.

If vehicle stalls while driving

1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to get vehicle moving in drive
again. If your vehicle will not more,
contact an authorized HYUNDAI deal-
er or seek other qualified assistance.

IF THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START

1. If your vehicle has an automatic
transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-
gency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate the
starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start
it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
WARNING
If the vehicle will not more, do not
push or pull the vehicle to start it.
This could result in a collision or
cause other damage. In addition,
push or pull starting may cause the
catalytic converter to be over-
loaded and create a fire hazard.
What to do in an emergency
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check fuel level.
2. With the engine start/stop button in
the LOCK position, check all connec-
tors at ignition coils and spark plugs.
Reconnect any that may be discon-
nected or loose.
3. If the engine still does not start, call an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer or seek
other qualified assistance.
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