Page 1 (SAE 80W/90, API GL-5) Suspension 4WD A/T ACTYON 2WD A/T SPORTS 4WD ALL, 2WD M/T Brake / Clutch Fluid As required Ssangyong genuine oil (DOT4) Power Steering Fluid Ssangyong genuine oil (ATF DEXRON II or III) Page 2 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:05...
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Page 4 We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing ACTYON/ACTYON SPORTS and assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction.
Page 5: Important Notice
NOTE equipment, etc.). NOTE We would like to point out that non Ssangyong Genuine parts NOTE indicates information to assist maintenance and instructions. and accessories have not been examined and approved by Ssangyong, and in spite of continuous market product...
Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 0. General ............Section 0 1. Safety Precautions ........Section 1 2. Ignition Key, Remote Control Key ..... Section 2 3. Opening and Closing ........Section 3 4. Interior Switches .......... Section 4 5. Instrument Cluster ........Section 5 6.
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Page 8 General TABLE OF CONTENTS Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ..0-2 Dimensions ........... 0-3 Specifications ..........0-5 Vehicle Identification ........0-8 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:05...
Page 9: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
As required Ssangyong genuine oil (DOT4) Power Steering Fluid Ssangyong genuine oil (ATF DEXRON II or III) WARNING • Use only Ssangyong recommended fluids and lubricants. • Do not mix any different types or brands of oils or fluids. This may cause damages.
Page 10: Dimensions
DIMENSIONS (ACTYON) Unit: mm Top View Front View 1880 1570 Side View Rear View 1735 2740 1570 4455 Page 3 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:05...
Page 11 DIMENSIONS (ACTYON SPORTS) Unit: mm Top View Front View 1900 1570 Side View Rear View 1755 3060 1570 4965 Page 4 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:05...
Page 12: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS (I) * ( ) Optional, [ ] 2WD ACTYON ACTYON SPORTS Descriptions D20DT G23D D20DT ← General Overall length (mm) 4,455 4,965 ← Overall width (mm) 1,880 1,900 ← Overall height (mm) 1,735 1,755 ← Gross vehicle 2,520 2,740 [2,640] ←...
Page 13 SPECIFICATIONS (II) * ( ) Optional, [ ] 2WD ACTYON ACTYON SPORTS Descriptions D20DT G23D D20DT Manual Operating type Semi- Remote control, floor ← ← Transmission change type ← ← Gear ratio 4.315 ← ← 2.475 ← ← 1.536 ←...
Page 14 SPECIFICATIONS (III) * ( ) Optional, [ ] 2WD ACTYON ACTYON SPORTS Descriptions D20DT G23D D20DT ← ← Front Axle Drive shaft type Ball joint type ← ← Axle housing type Build-up type ← ← Rear Axle Drive shaft type...
Page 15: Vehicle Identification
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 1. Engine Number 2. Chassis Number Gasoline Engine: The engine num- The chassis number is stamped on ber is stamped on the upper rear the frame behind the front right tire. left-hand side of the cylinder block. 3. Certification Label Diesel Engine: The engine number is The certification label is located on stamped on the lower area of cylin-...
Page 16: Table Of Contents
Safety Precautions TABLE OF CONTENTS Checks before Starting a Journey ....1-2 Starting the Engine and Driving Off the Vehicle ............1-4 Safety Precautions ........1-6 Direct Injection Type Diesel Engine ..1-11 Precautions Regarding Unauthorized Modification & Alteration ......1-13 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 17: Checks Before Starting A Journey
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING A JOURNEY CHECK THE VEHICLE OUTSIDE CHECK THE VEHICLE INSIDE 1. Check the tire inflation and wear. 1. Make sure that all doors including the tailgate are prop- erly closed. 2. Check the engine oil and other fluid/oil levels in the en- gine compartment.
Page 18: Fuel Recommendation
Gasoline Engine Fuel with too low an octane number can cause pre-ignition Operation in Foreign Countries (detonation). Ssangyong can not be held liable for resultant If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be damage. sure to: •...
Page 19: Starting The Engine And Driving Off The Vehicle
STARTING THE ENGINE AND DRIVING OFF THE VEHICLE 1. Apply the parking brake. 3. • Automatic transmission equipped vehicle 2. Make sure that there are no persons or obstacles in the “P” Move the selector lever to the position and depress dangerous area around the vehicle.
Page 20 4. • Diesel engine equipped vehicle: 7. Make sure that there are no persons or obstacles in the danger area around the vehicle. Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder and turn it to “ON” 8. Release the parking brake. position without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 21: Safety Precautions
1. Never use any duplicated key not provided by 1. Never impact the air bag installations by hands or tools. Ssangyong. It may cause a fire due to an overload in 2. The air bag system serves as a supplement to the the electric circuit.
Page 22 Ssangyong is not liable for any damage 3. Make sure that all passengers have their body parts caused by the use of non-Ssangyong genuine parts and such as hands inside the vehicle. accessories. 4. When closing the windows, be aware of safety condi- tions before operation.
Page 23 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (III) Child Restraint weight and height and properly fit the car’s seat. Accident When transporting infants or small children, an appropri- ate child restraint system should always be used. The child statistics indicate that children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat rather than in the front seat.
Page 24 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (IV) Starting the Engine Warming Up the Engine 1. Do not drive without warming up the engine. Driving im- “ON” 1. Turn the ignition key to the position and wait mediately after starting the engine may decrease the until the glow indicator goes out.
Page 25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (V) Cautions While Driving Engine Brake 1. Do not turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion. When driving down a long slope, use the engine brake The power steering function and the brake assist func- effect by downshifting the transmission in steps accord- tion will be deactivated.
Page 26: Direct Injection Type Diesel Engine
In this mode, the engine driving force may be decreased or the engine may stall. When this happens, have the system checked at a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. 1-11...
Page 27 • When engine check warning light comes on, immediately stop driving and have the en- - If this happens, pump fuel until the gine system checked at a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. priming pump is fully filled. Then, •...
Page 28: Precautions Regarding Unauthorized Modification & Alteration
PRECAUTIONS REGARDING UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION & ALTERATION PRECAUTIONS REGARDING UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION & ALTERATION (I) Do not modify this vehicle. In particular, modifying your vehicle into the LPG vehicle If unauthorized modification is made on the vehicle, the might bring serious damage to the vehicle's perfor- company is not liable for repairing the modified parts mance and durability.
Page 29 PRECAUTIONS REGARDING UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION & ALTERATION (II) Do not use the nonstandard tires, wheels, and other re- Do not equip the vehicle with bumper guards sold in the lated parts. market. Installing nonstandard tires such as tires with greater Installing bumper guard or other guard bars that are be- width than prescribed can wear out the power delivery sys- ing sold in the market may cause problems in parking and tem or friction-damage related parts.
Page 30 PRECAUTIONS REGARDING UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION & ALTERATION (III) • When exchanging the seats with new ones or equip- Do not install products that may decrease the driving ping separate seat covers. resistance such as sticker, molding, air dam, or wind- proofing products. There are several types of seat covers according to role and function although with the same vehicle type.
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Page 32: Ignition Key, Remote Control Key 2
Ignition Key, Remote Control Key TABLE OF CONTENTS Remote Control Key* and Ignition Key ..2-2 Remote Control Key Functions ....2-4 Key Functions ..........2-8 Immobilizer System* ......... 2-10 Opening and Closing the Doors and Tailgate with Ignition Key ......2-12 Theft Deterrent System ......
Page 33: Remote Control Key* And Ignition Key
(dual REKES type) to the nearest If you press this button briefly, all doors and the tailgate are Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center locked and the theft deterrent mode is activated. and have it recoded. Otherwise, the old key will not work.
Page 34 SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONS OF ROOM FUNCTIONS OF IMMOBILIZER LAMPS Immobilizer Function The front and center room lamps come on for 30 seconds The immobilizer is designed to prevent the possibility of ve- when the unlock button on the remote control is pressed hicle theft by allowing only authorized keys to start the engine.
Page 35: Remote Control Key Functions
REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS (ACTYON) PANIC BUTTON* DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON 1. Panic Function 1. Lock (Briefly Press) • If you are in your vehicle and feel threatened while the • If you press this button, all doors are locked and the ignition key is inserted into the key switch, you may ac- theft deterrent mode is activated.
Page 36: Battery Replacement
BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the operational distance noticeably decreases or the Battery Replacement (With REKES) remote control does not work occasionally, replace the bat- tery with a new one. 1. Unscrew two screws from the rear cover. Battery Specifications Model CR 2032 (Rekes key type) V 625U (without Rekes) Amount CAUTION...
Page 37: Door Lock Button
REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS (ACTYON SPORTS) UNLOCK/PANIC BUTTON 1. Unlock Door and Tailgate (Briefly Press) • Pressing this button briefly unlocks all doors and the tail- gate and deactivates the theft deterrent mode. • When the theft deterrent mode is deactivated, the emer- gency hazard lights blink once.
Page 38: Battery Specifications
(dual REKES type) to the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center and have it recoded. Otherwise, the old key will not work. BATTERY REPLACEMENT 2.
Page 39: Key Functions
KEY FUNCTIONS ACC Position • Allows operation of some electrical accessories with ON Position the engine off. • The engine runs and all electri- • Unlock the steering wheel. cal accessories can be used. • The ignition key cannot be removed. •...
Page 40: Cautions When Starting The Engine
• Never use any duplicated key not provided from “LOCK” start, turn the key back to the position and Ssangyong. wait for 10 seconds. Then try again, before any attempt “ON” The duplicated key might not turn back to the to start the engine.
Page 41: Immobilizer System
If this indicator blinks, it may indicate that there is something wrong in the im- mobilizer system. Have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. NOTE The time needed for communication between the immobilizer key and ECU can vary.
Page 42 In the following cases, you may be unable to start the control unit at a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Autho- vehicle with the immobilizer. rized Service Center. Otherwise, the engine cannot be When two or more immobilizer keys come into con- started.
Page 43: Opening And Closing The Doors And Tailgate With Ignition Key
Stop the buzzer by pressing any button on the remote control. • The tailgate for ACTYON SPORTS cannot be locked or unlocked using the NOTE starter key. Also, the theft deterrent mode operates regardless of opening ACTYON SPORTS has no key hole on the tailgate to lock and closing the tailgate.
Page 44: Theft Deterrent System
THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM ARMING THE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM The theft deterrent system will be armed under the following conditions: • When all doors are locked with the remote control key, the anti-theft mode will be activated. If the “UNLOCK” button on the remote control key is pressed and no door is opened within approxi- mately 30 seconds, all doors are automatically locked again and the anti-theft mode will be activated.
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Page 48 TABLE OF CONTENTS Opening and Closing Devices ....3-2 Doors ............3-3 Windows ............3-5 Sunroof* ............3-7 Tailgate ............3-9 Loading Goods (ACTYON SPORTS) ..3-10 Engine Hood ..........3-12 Fuel Filler Door .......... 3-13 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:06...
Page 49: Opening And Closing Devices
OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICES Sunroof Controller Tailgate Opening Switch Tailgate Opening Key Hole Fuel Filler Door Engine Hood Safety Latch Lever Child Safety Door Lock Unlock Lock Fuel Filler Door Release Lever, Driver’s Door Engine Hood Opening Lever Windows Switch Door Opening Lever Fuel filler door release lever...
Page 50: Doors
DOORS Door Lock/Unlock Knob NOTE All doors will be locked/unlocked when • The passenger’s door lock/unlock knob and le- moving the knob to the respective lock/ ver have the same functions with those of the Unlock driver’s door. unlock direction (only available at Lock driver’s and front passenger’s door).
Page 51 CENTRAL DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK SWITCH When the door lock/unlock switch is Driver’s side Passenger’s side pressed while all doors including the tail- gate are locked, all doors will be unlocked. When the switch is pressed again, all doors will be locked. This switch is not available when any of doors are not fully closed and the vehicle is in theft deterrent mode.
Page 52: Windows
WINDOWS Driver’s Door Window Switch Window Lock Switch • When the front of the switch is lightly If the window lock switch is pressed down, pressed, the window will be lowered while passenger’s and rear windows cannot be oper- the switch is pressed. ated by their switches.
Page 53 Passenger’s and Rear Window Switch Anti-Trap System for Driver’s Window* The anti-trap system enables the driver’s window to auto- Passenger’s seat matically reverse when something is caught in the window Door lock/Unlock switch as it is closing. When the sensor detects an obstacle, the window will be lowered immediately.
Page 54: Sunroof
SUNROOF* * For your safety, never operate the sunroof when the vehicle is moving. SUNROOF SLIDING OPERATION Open: 2-Step Opening When the sunroof is closed, two thirds of the sunroof au- tomatically opens if the sunroof open/close switch is turned to the “OPEN” direction (Clockwise). When the switch is turned again to the “OPEN”...
Page 55: Opening And Closing
Battery Discharge or Power Failure while Operating Sunroof If the sunroof is stopped midway due to a discharged battery or power failure, you need to re-calibrate the starting point of the sunroof. In addition, the following cases need the re-calibration. •...
Page 56: Tailgate
TAILGATE Opening the Tailgate with Ignition Key When opening the tailgate Turn the ignition key to the open posi- tion on the tailgate. Tailgate Open/Close Tailgate Open Switch After unlocking the tailgate with the tailgate open switch or the ignition key, lift up the tailgate to open the tailgate completely.
Page 57: Loading Goods (Actyon Sports)
Failing to hold the tailgate with both hands makes it risky of being dropped, which may damage it or cause per- ACTYON SPORTS has no key hole on the tailgate to lock or sonal injury. unlock it.
Page 58 LOADING GOODS ON THE DECK WARNING • Never allow people to get on the deck. It should be used only for loading goods. • To prevent your goods on the deck from being stolen, unload and store them in a safe place upon arriving at the destination. Holding hooks •...
Page 59: Engine Hood
ENGINE HOOD 1. To open the engine hood, pull the release knob located on the lower left side of the steering wheel to unlatch the engine hood. 2. Slightly lift up the engine hood and raise up the safety latch lever with your fingers. Then, completely lift up the engine hood.
Page 60: Fuel Filler Door
FUEL FILLER DOOR 1. Open the fuel filler door ( ) by pulling the release lever located on the lower left side of the steering wheel. 2. Open the fuel filler cap ( ) by turning it counterclockwise. 3. After refueling, tighten the fuel OPEN filler cap by turning it clockwise CLOSE...
Page 61 CAUTION Fuel with too low octane number can cause pre-ignition For correct octane rating setting and other use of gasoline (ex. Leaded), consult your Ssangyong Dealer. (detonation). Ssangyong can not be held liable for resultant damage. CAUTION WARNING Gasoline damages paintwork.
Page 62: Interior Switches 4
Interior Switches TABLE OF CONTENTS Interior Switches ......... 4-2 Audio Remote Control Switches on Steering Wheel .......... 4-23 Light Switch ..........4-4 4-Wheel Drive System and Switch* ..4-24 Wiper and Washer Switch ......4-8 Cautions When Using 4-Wheel Drive Rain Sensing Wiper* .........
Page 63: Interior Switches
INTERIOR SWITCHES Sunroof switch Light switch Audio remote control switch Wiper and washer switch Door lock/ unlock switch 4-wheel drive switch Driver seat heating switch Passenger seat heating switch Auto cruise* Window control Headlight leveling switch switches Winter/Power mode switch Door lock/unlock switch INTERIOR SWITCHES Page 2...
Page 64 Outside rearview mirror* folding switch Outside rearview mirror control switch Rear fog light switch* Outside rearview mirror selection switch ESP OFF switch* HDC switch* Tailgate and outside rearview mirror heated glass switch Hazard warning flasher switch Windshield heated glass switch TRIP/RESET switch INTERIOR SWITCHES Page 3...
Page 65: Light Switch
LIGHT SWITCH Light Switch Automatic Light (Rain Sensor*) Front fog light switch You can turn the lights on and off This senses the ambient illu- (headlamps, tail lights, position mination intensity to determine lamps, license plate lamp, turn sig- the timing for turning the nal lamps, fog lights) with this headlamps and tail lights on or switch.
Page 66: Interior Switches
• Any aftermarket tanning film or spray may cause the lighting sys- tem to malfunction. • Ssangyong recommends you to use this device restrictively around Rain Sensor* only a sunrise or sunset. • Usually turn the head or tail lights on or off manually.
Page 67: Instrument Cluster 5
Battery Saver (Automatically turns off the lights) Headlight Leveling Switch • To avoid discharging the battery, if the tail lamps are on after the ignition key is removed, a buzzer will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. The tail lamps will automatically turn off when the door is closed.(With the light switch on, if the ignition key is removed and all doors are closed, the tail lamps are off due to the battery saver function.
Page 68 Headlamp High Beam Right Turn Signal Switch To turn on the headlamp high NOTE beam, push the lever towards While the turn signal lamp is turned on, the turn signal the instrument cluster with the indicator in the instrument cluster blinks. headlamp low beam on.
Page 69: Wiper And Washer Switch
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH FRONT WIPER SWITCH MIST The windshield wipers can be operated only when you hold the switch to the “MIST” position. The lever will return to the “OFF” position when released. Stop the operation. AUTO Operates automatically according to the vehicle speed or amount of rain.
Page 70 When the front wiper switch is off and this switch is pressed, washer fluid will be sprayed and the There is no rear wiper switch in ACTYON SPORTS. wiper will automatically operate 4 times. Then, the fluid will be sprayed again and the wiper will auto- matically operate 3 times.
Page 71: Rain Sensing Wiper
RAIN SENSING WIPER* “AUTO” When the wiper switch is in the position, this sensor detects the amount of rain, turns on the wiper, and controls the intermittent wiper intervals. Rain and Auto Light Sensor Wiper AUTO Position AUTO It controls the wiping speed by de- tecting the amount of rain drops.
Page 72: Cruise Control Switch (For Auto T/M*)
CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH (FOR AUTO T/M*) CRUISE CONTROL Setting a Desired Speed TYPE A TYPE A TYPE B TYPE B The cruise control is an automatic speed control system that main- 1. To operate the cruise control, accelerate to your tains a desired driving speed without using the accelerator pedal.
Page 73 Accelerating with the Cruise Control System Decelerating with the Cruise Control System • While the cruise control system is running • While the cruise control system is running 1. Push up the ACCEL switch of the cruise control lever and 1.
Page 74 Recovery of Set Speed Normal Cancellation of the Cruise Control TYPE A TYPE A TYPE B TYPE B Even if the cruise control is cancelled, the previous set The cruise control system will be canceled when one or more items of the following conditions are applied; cruise speed can be recovered by pushing (Type A) or pull- ing (Type B) toward the cruise control lever when the cur- 1.
Page 75 After you do that, you can use the cruise control system again. But if the cruise control system isn’t recovered, you should con- tact a Ssangyong Dealer for diagnosis of the cruise control system. CAUTION Abnormal changes of the selector lever can damage the engine.
Page 76: Outside Rearview Mirror Control Switch* And Rear Fog Light Switch
OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH* AND REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH* Outside Rearview Mirror Folding Switch* Outside Rearview Mirror To fold the outside rearview mirrors, press the Control switch. To unfold the mirrors, press again. 1. Select the driver side mirror (L) or the passenger side mir- Mirror Selection Switch ror (R) with the mirror selec-...
Page 77: Esp Off (Electronic Stability Program) Switch And Esp System
(ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM) SWITCH AND ESP SYSTEM* ESP Warning Lamp Blinking: When ESP is activated. On: When ESP is deactivated (by pressing the ESP switch). When ESP system is defective. When ESP is activated, the indicator light is blinking and a warning buzzer sounds.
Page 78 Make sure to check the vehicle at the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. unstably moving in a certain situation, such as during a sharp corner. The ESP applies brakes on a certain wheel •...
Page 79: Center Switch Panel
CENTER SWITCH PANEL HDC (Hill Descent Control) Switch* The green HDC indicator in the instrument cluster comes on when pressing this switch. Tailgate and Outside Rearview Mirror* Heated Glass Switch* Press this switch to turn on the tailgate and outside rearview mirror heated glasses. The heated glass indicator in the switch comes on.
Page 80 TRIP AND RESET SWITCH TRIP/RESET Switch TRIP/RESET switch is used for dif- ferent displays: TRIP A, TRIP B and ODO (the total driving distance) Total driving distance Unit: 0~999999 km 1. Changing the Driving Distance Display Mode Trip A Unit: 0.0~999.9 km To choose a desired driving distance display mode, press the switch: Changing sequence: ODO - TRIP A - TRIP B - ODO 2.
Page 81: The Hdc Indicator
HDC (HILL DESCENT CONTROL) SWITCH* HDC stands for Hill Descent Control. When traveling down steep grades, this function HDC? allows you to travel at a low speed without any depression of the brake pedal. This conve- nient function is for only driving down steep grades. Therefore do not use this function for anything other than driving down steep hills.
Page 82 HDC Operational Conditions Operation of HDC 1. The HDC switch should be on (The green indicator on When all operational conditions are met, HDC is applied the instrument cluster comes on). and the green HDC indicator blinks. HDC automatically de- creases the vehicle speed to 7 km/h in the 2 wheel (2H) or 2.
Page 83: Heated Glass Switch
HEATED GLASS SWITCH Tailgate and outside rearview mirror heated glass switch • Press this switch to turn on the tailgate and outside rearview mirror heated glasses. It will operate for about 12 minutes. • Press the switch again to stop the operation. •...
Page 84: Audio Remote Control Switches On Steering Wheel
AUDIO REMOTE CONTROL SWITCHES ON STEERING WHEEL * The audio system equipped in the vehicle can be controlled by the remote control switches on the steering wheel. POWER MUTE Audio power on/off when the Stops audio output from the button is pressed. audio system.
Page 85: 4-Wheel Drive System And Switch
4-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM AND SWITCH* 4-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM The 4-wheel drive system automatically distributes torque to all four wheels using sophisticated elec- tronic controls and ensures a more enhanced vehicle stability compared with that of the 2-wheel drive system. The 4-wheel drive system is mainly used for unpaved, snowy, and slippery roads where extra traction is needed and for having a little fun in the mud.
Page 86: Wheel Drive Switch
4-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH Driving Mode Change 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting is possible while driving at the speed of 70 km/h or less. • When shifting the driving mode to “4H”, this indicate comes on. • When shifting the driving mode from “4L” to “4H”, the light blinks during shifting and comes on after completely shifting.
Page 87: Cautions When Using 4-Wheel Drive Mode
“4WD CHECK” warning indicator • If the “4WD CHECK” warning light stays on, have the 4WD sys- stays on, have the 4WD system checked tem checked by the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. by the nearest Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 88: Limited Slip Differential (Lsd)
LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (LSD)* LSD is a differential limiting of wheel which is spinned when CAUTION one wheel is on a slipping surface like ice, snow or mud to If you run the wheels with high speed while escaping mud or help easy escaping from them.
Page 89: Switches In Overhead Console
If your vehicle is left unattended while the front main, spot, or cen- ter room switch is turned on, the battery may be discharged. CENTER ROOM LAMP LUGGAGE ROOM LAMP (ACTYON) Switching to ON lights up the center If the ON position is room lamp.
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Page 92 Instrument Cluster TABLE OF CONTENTS Instrument Cluster ........5-2 Immobilizer Indicator, Seat Belt Reminder, 4WD Indicators ..........5-11 Tachometer, Speedometer ......5-3 Engine Overheat Warning Light, Front Fog Coolant Temperature Gauge / Fuel Gauge .. 5-4 Light Indicator, High Beam Indicator, Door Display ............
Page 93: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Tachometer 13. Power mode indicator 24. ODOmeter/ Trip odometer 2. Speedometer 14. ESP warning light 25. Winter mode indicator 3. Left turn signal indicator 15. 4WD HIGH indicator 26. ABS warning light 4. Right turn signal indicator 16.
Page 94 TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER Diesel Gasoline RED ZONE (GCC ONLY) The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed in kilometers minute. Multiply 1,000 to the current number, then it will be per hour (km/h). the current number of engine revolutions. Specified idle rpm NOTE Diesel...
Page 95: Coolant Temperature Gauge / Fuel Gauge
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE The temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the en- This gauge indicates the level of fuel remaining in the fuel gine coolant. “E” tank. Fill up the fuel tank before the needle reaches CAUTION The engine can overheat. •...
Page 96: Display
DISPLAY Odometer and Trip Odometer Display Each time the TRIP/RESET switch on the center panel is pressed lightly, the indica- tors are changed. To reset the trip meter, press and hold the switch. Total driving distance Unit: 0~999999 km Auto Shift Indicator (for automatic transmission) This indicator shows the automatic transmission selector lever position Trip A as below.
Page 97: Indicator
If the ESP warning light is on with- system. Have the charging system checked by a Ssangyong out any deactivation of the system, there are some malfunc- Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 98: Water Separator Warning Light
Also, the driving force of the vehicle decreases. If these conditions occur, immediately drain the water from fuel filter. If the above conditions still exist after draining the water, have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Autho- rized Service Center. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Page 7 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 99: How To Drain The Water From The Fuel Filter
HOW TO DRAIN THE WATER FROM THE FUEL FILTER (Without Additional Water Separator) 1. Locate the fuel filter in the engine compartment and place 4. Wait until a certain amount of fuel gets out from the port, a water container under it. then turn the drain plug to the closing direction to tighten it.
Page 100: How To Drain The Water From The Fuel Filter
(With Additional Water Separator) Fuel filter CAUTION Drain the water from the fuel filter & water separator immediately after the warning light comes on. If you cannot do that by yourself, visit the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. WARNING Water...
Page 101 1. Locate the fuel filter ( ) & water separator ( ) in the en- gine compartment. 2. Place the water container under the fuel filter & water separator. 3. Disconnect the connector under the drain plug ( ) of the water separator.
Page 102: Seat Belt Reminder
If this indicator blinks, it may indicate that there is something wrong indicator comes on. in the immobilizer system. Have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. SEAT BELT REMINDER 4WD Check Warning Light When the ignition switch is turned to This warning light comes on when the the “ON”...
Page 103: High Beam Indicator
ENGINE OVERHEAT WARNING LIGHT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR When the engine coolant temperate is This indicator illuminates when the abnormally hot, the engine overheat high beam headlamp is switched on. warning light blinks and a warning buzzer sounds. When this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine cool down.
Page 104: Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Driving the vehicle with the brake fluid warning light on is dangerous. If the parking brake light stays on, you must immediately have The power mode switch is located your vehicle checked and serviced by Ssangyong Dealer or next to the gear shift lever. When the Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 105: Abs Warning Light
“ON” or if this light doesn’t go out, contact your nearest CAUTION Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. If When the glow indicator comes on while driving or the engine can- this light illuminates while driving, a malfunction of ABS is indicated.
Page 106: Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
In this mode, the engine driving force may ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT be decreased or the engine may stall. When this happens, have the system checked at the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Au- This warning light comes on when thorized Service Center.
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Page 108: Transmission And Brake System 6
Transmission and Brake System TABLE OF CONTENTS Shift Lever in Manual Transmission ... 6-2 Gear Selector Lever in Automatic Transmission ..........6-3 Driving Tips for Automatic Transmission ... 6-4 Gear Selector Lever Positions ....6-6 Winter (W) / Power (P) / Normal Mode ..6-11 Parking Aid System ........
Page 109: Shift Lever In Manual Transmission
SHIFT LEVER IN MANUAL TRANSMISSION The manual transmission in your vehicle has 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal. Then, move the gearshift lever into a desire gear. After shifting, release the clutch slowly. CAUTION 5th Gear 3rd Gear...
Page 110: Gear Selector Lever In Automatic Transmission
GEAR SELECTOR LEVER IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Mode Switch To shift into any other position, depress the brake pedal. (The • : Winter mode ignition switch should be in “ON”.) • : Power mode Use the normal mode in nor- The shift lever moves mal driving conditions.
Page 111: Driving Tips For Automatic Transmission
“D” ing the vehicle, wait for a while until the shift indicator have your vehicle checked and serviced at Ssangyong Dealer or comes on for several seconds with the brake pedal depressed. Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE SYSTEM Page 4 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 112 Kickdown Function Engine Brake If you need to accelerate rapidly, depress the accelerator When the accelerator pedal is released while the vehicle pedal completely to the floor. Then, a one- or two-lever is in motion, the engine speed decreases. This de- gear will automatically be engaged.
Page 113: Gear Selector Lever Positions
GEAR SELECTOR LEVER POSITIONS P: PARK POSITION WARNING “P” • Never shift into when the vehicle is moving, or the trans- mission will be damaged. “P” • Stop the vehicle completely before shifting into “P” • To shift from the position to another position, the ignition switch must be turned to “ON”...
Page 114: Shift Lever Lock Release
3. Start the engine, release the parking brake, and place the “D” selector lever at WARNING If this happens, have your vehicle repaired by the nearest Ssangyong dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center as soon as possible. TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE SYSTEM Page 7 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:07...
Page 115 R: REVERSE POSITION N: NEUTRAL POSITION • Use this position to reverse the vehicle. At this position, the engine does not transfer power to the “R” “P” “N” wheels and the vehicle will not move. However, for safety, To shift into from , completely stop the apply the brake while at rest.
Page 116: Transmission And Brake System
D: DRIVE POSITION CAUTION Please note that the vehicle may slowly move forward on level “D” ground when the selector lever is in WARNING • Do not abruptly drive off or sharply accelerate the vehicle after “D” shifting into , or the transmission will be damaged. Especially, when you start off on a hill after stopping and parking the vehicle, “D”...
Page 117 ADJUSTMENT FOR THE SHIFTABLE • In this position, you can only use the 1st gear in the transmission. Use this position on long mountainous terrains, steep hills, and rough off-road. This also provides the engine brake effect on steep downhills. •...
Page 118: Winter (W) / Power (P) / Normal Mode
WINTER (W) / POWER (P) / NORMAL MODE MODE SWITCH When driving on a slippery road, “W” push the section on the switch. This activates the winter mode and you will be able to drive off more gently. When an extra driving power is needed for a certain situation such as driv- ing up a steep hill or passing by...
Page 119: Parking Aid System
• If the buzzer sounds abnormally or sounds for over 3 seconds when placing the gear selector lever to “R” position, the parking aid system is defective. Have the system checked at Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Au- thorized Service center. ACTYON...
Page 120 “ON”, it means that there is a malfunction in the system. Weak sensing scopes Have the parking aid system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. Do not • When they are partially covered by snow or mud.
Page 121: Brake System
BRAKE SYSTEM * ACTYON SPORTS (without ESP system) is not equipped with lights for the ESP warning and the HDC indicator. Brake warning light indicator warning light warning light warning light HDC switch switch Brake pedal Parking brake 6-14 TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE SYSTEM Page 14 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 122: Brake Warning Light
BRAKE PEDAL (FOOT BRAKE) BRAKE WARNING LIGHT The brake pedal (foot brake) is designed to decrease the vehicle speed and stop the vehicle. Do not excessively apply the brake pedal while going down a long hill. The brake sys- tem will overheat causing the vapor lock or fade phenom- enon thus losing braking force.
Page 123: Esp Warning Light
WARNING If the ESP warning light comes on, the ESP related system is Resuming ESP Function defective. Make sure to check the vehicle at the nearest Ssangyong When the ESP warning lamp is on, push the ESP switch Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 124 HDC SWITCH* HDC INDICATOR* Green light on: HDC is ready for use (by When this button is pressed pressing the HDC switch). once, HDC is ready for use. The green HDC indicator in the Green light blinking: HDC is being applied. instrument cluster comes on.
Page 125 • If this light doesn’t come on when the ignition is switched on or If the EBD warning light stays on, have the system checked at the if this light doesn’t go out, contact your nearest Ssangyong Dealer Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 126: Parking Brake Operation
Park your vehicle at a safe place and pull up the parking Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. brake lever. Then, the parking brake warning light ( comes on.
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Page 128 Seats TABLE OF CONTENTS Driver’s Seat (Power Seat)* ......7-2 Driver’s Seat (Manual Seat) ......7-4 Passenger’s Seat ......... 7-5 Rear Seat ............. 7-6 Seat Heating System* ....... 7-10 Warning and Caution ......... 7-11 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:07...
Page 129: Seats
DRIVER’S SEAT (POWER SEAT)* Head Restraint Adjustment To raise the head restraint, WARNING pull it up without pressing Do not adjust the driver’s seat when the vehicle is the release button. To lower moving. Control of the vehicle can be lost. the head restraint, press the release button top of the seatback and push...
Page 130 Seatback Pocket There is a storage pocket for storing small items. Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat) Seat Heater* By operating the seat heater switch, you can heat the seat cushion and seatback. Turn the lever forward to in- crease the amount of lum- bar support.
Page 131: Driver's Seat (Manual Seat)
DRIVER’S SEAT (MANUAL SEAT) Seat Slide Adjustment To move the seat forward or backward, pull and hold the Head Restraint Adjustment seat slide lever up and Same as that of the power seat move the seat as desired. Then, release the lever. Lumbar Support Same as that of the power seat Seatback Pocket...
Page 132: Passenger's Seat
PASSENGER’S SEAT Power Seat* Manual Seat Seat Seat Heater* Heater* Seatback Reclining Seat Slide Seatback Reclin- Seat Slide Adjustment Adjustment ing Adjustment Adjustment SEATS Page 5 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:07...
Page 133: Rear Seat
REAR SEAT REAR SEAT (ACTYON) Head Restraint Adjustment To raise the head restraint, pull it up without pressing the release button. To lower the head restraint, press the release button ( ) on top of seatback and push the head restraint down.
Page 134 FULL FLATTING THE SEAT 2. After unlocking the seatbacks, fold them down toward the 1. Push back the second row seatback folding lever ( ). front side of vehicle. Ensure that the seatback in rear seat is completely folded and locked. 3.
Page 135 REAR SEAT (ACTYON SPORTS) Head Restraint Adjustment Armrest To raise the head restraint, pull it up without pressing the release button. To lower the head restraint, press the release button ( ) on top of seatback and push the head restraint down.
Page 136 FULL FLATTING THE SEAT 2. After unlocking the seatbacks, fold them down toward the 1. Push forward the second row seatback release lever ( ). front side of vehicle. 3. To unfold the seatbacks, lower the head restraints com- CAUTION pletely and raise the seatbacks up so that they are secured.
Page 137: Seat Heating System
Passenger’s Seat Heating • If the temperature continues to rise, turn the switch off and have the Switch system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. Press the switch to heat the seat • In the case of the driver’s seat, an excessive usage of the heated and press again to stop the seat seat might make you sleepy and could negatively affect your safety.
Page 138: Warning And Caution
WARNING AND CAUTION WARNING AND CAUTION WARNING CAUTION • All necessary driver’s seat adjustments should be made be- • Power seats will be operated even when the ignition switch fore any driving. is turned to the “OFF” position. However, to prevent battery discharge, operate your seats when the engine is running.
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Page 140 Seat Belt and Air Bag TABLE OF CONTENTS Seat Belt and Air Bag ......... 8-2 Seat Belt ............8-4 How to Fasten the Three Point Seat Belt .. 8-5 How to Fasten the Seat Belts in Second Row Center Seat ......8-6 Child Restraints and Pregnant Woman ..
Page 141: Seat Belt And Air Bag
SEAT BELT AND AIR BAG To protect you and your passengers in the event of an accident, it is highly recommended that the seat belts should be used by all occupants inside of your vehicle. Front Air Bags Three point Three point seat belt seat belt...
Page 142 • Modifications and improper maintenance for the safety systems could cause serious injury. The safety systems including seat belts should be checked and repaired by only a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 143: Seat Belt
SEAT BELT SEAT BELT IN FRONT SEATS Seat Belt Height Adjustment • To raise the seat belt, slide the seat belt height adjustor up. • To lower the seat belt, press the button and slide it down. WARNING Fastening the Seat Belt •...
Page 144: How To Fasten The Three Point Seat Belt
HOW TO FASTEN THE THREE POINT SEAT BELT 1. Pull out the latch plate from the 2. Position the shoulder belt across the 4. Pull the latch plate to make sure it is retractor. If the seat belt is locked body and the lap belt as low as pos- securely locked.
Page 145: How To Fasten The Seat Belts In Second Row Center Seat
HOW TO FASTEN THE SEAT BELTS IN SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT LAP BELT (GENERAL) 1. Pull out the latch plate at the right of the seat. WARNING Put the lap belt as low as possible across the hips. Do not put it across waist.
Page 146 REAR THREE POINT SEAT BELT (CENTER SEAT) 1. Pull out the smaller latch plate (B) from up- per retractor (1). 2. Insert it into the black buckle (3) until it clicks. 3. Pull out the bigger latch plate (A) and posi- tion the seat belt across your shoulder, chest and hips.
Page 147: Pregnant Women
CHILD RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT WOMAN PREGNANT WOMEN CHILD RESTRAINTS We recommend that pregnant women When transporting infants or small children, an appropriate child restraint use the seat belts throughout their system should always be used. The child restraint system should be ap- pregnancy.
Page 148: Infant And Child Safety
INFANT AND CHILD SAFETY Child Seat Children that are too small to use the seat belts must be properly secured in a child restraint system. WARNING • Do not place a child restraint system in the front seat. The infant or child could be severely injured by an air bag inflation in case of an accident.
Page 149: Securing A Child Restrain System With "Isofix" System And "Tether Anchorage" System
SECURING A CHILD RESTRAIN SYSTEM WITH “ISOFIX” SYSTEM AND “TETHER ANCHORAGE” SYSTEM* ISOFIX system is a standardised method of fitting child seats that eliminates the need to use the stadard adult seatbelt to secure the seat in the vehicle. This enables a much more secure and positive location with the added benefit of easier and qucker installation. An ISOFIX- seat can only be installed if it has vehicle-specific approval in accordance with the requirements of ECE-R44 Locations of ISOFIX Lower Anchors and Top Tether...
Page 150 How to use ISOFIX Lower Anchor 1. Pull up the seatback folding lever of second row seat and make the seatback in upright position. ISOFIX lower anchor 2. Now, you can see the ISOFIX lower anchors. 8-11 SEAT BELT AND AIR BAG Page 11 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 151 How to use Top Tether 1. Remove the head restraint from the second row seat. Child seat Child restraint attachment 3. Insert the child restraint attachments into the ISOFIX lower Top tether connector anchors until you hear click sound. 4. Adjust the seatback angle as desired. 2.
Page 152 ISOFIX Child Restraint Systems Installation Suitability for Various ISOFIX Positions Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Mass Group Size Class Fixture Frt Passenger Rear Centre Rear Out Board ISO/L1 CARRYCOT ISO/L2 GROUP 0 UP TO 10KG ISO/R1 ISO/R1 GROUP 0+ UP TO 13KG ISO/R2 ISO/R3 ISO/R2...
Page 153 • Use only the officially approved child restraint. • Group 0 & 0+ Ssangyong is not responsible for the personal injury and Rear facing child restraint fitted on the rear seat property damage due to the defect of child restraint.
Page 154 Child Restraint System Installation Suitability For Various Seating Positions Restraint Front Rear Rear Out Mass Group Mounting Method of Vehicle Device Figure Passenger Centre Board GROUP 0 UP TO 10KG Rear facing child seat 3-point belt rear-facing GROUP 0+ UP TO 13KG Rear facing child seat 3-point belt rear-facing GROUP I 9 TO 18KG...
Page 155: Warnings For Seat Belt
No replacement Please observe local laws and regulations. is required after a minor collision if a Ssangyong Dealer • Do not buck up two or more persons with one seat belt. or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center finds that no •...
Page 156 WARNINGS FOR SEAT BELT • Replace the entire seat belt assembly after a severe im- • Make sure that the latch plate is securely locked. pact even if the damage is not obvious. • When pregnant women use the seat belt, consult with •...
Page 157 WARNINGS FOR SEAT BELT • No modifications or additions should be made by the • Do not install more than one child restraint lower an- user which will either prevent the seat belt adjusting de- chorage point. The improperly increased load may vices from operating to remove slack, or prevent the seat cause the anchorage points or tether to break, causing belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack.
Page 158: Air Bag
If this lamp does not go out after engine starting or comes on while driving, it means that there is a malfunction in the system. Have the air bag system checked immediately by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. Driver’s Air Bag Passenger’s Air Bag*...
Page 159 SRS AIR BAG Locations of Air Bag Warning Labels The Supplemental Restraint System air bag is designed to supplement the seat belts and provide the driver and front passenger with protection against head, chest, and other injuries in the event of a collision. For maximum protection, seat belts should always be worn by all occupants.
Page 160: Front Air Bags
FRONT AIR BAGS Air Bag Operation The air bag inflates when: • In response to a severe frontal impact, the driver’s and front passenger’s air bags deploy at the same time to supple- ment the seat belts to prevent or reduce any personal injuries. The air bag can inflate when: •...
Page 161: Curtain Air Bag
CURTAIN AIR BAG* Curtain Air Bag Operation The air bag inflates when: • A moderate to severe impact to the middle of the ve- hicle body’s side structure. The air bag can inflate when: • Vehicle rolls onto its side and causes a severe side impact.
Page 162: Warnings For Air Bag
Service Center. hand or tools. You may get injured by sudden deployment. • Replace the steering wheel with only Ssangyong genu- ine parts. • The air bag contains explosive materials, so contact a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service •...
Page 163 • Hold only the outer rim of the steering so that the air Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service bag can inflate without any hindrance. Center.
Page 164: Ventilation, Heating, And Air Conditioning 9
Ventilation, Heating, and Air Conditioning System TABLE OF CONTENTS Heater / Air Conditioner System ....9-2 Warnings and Cautions ....... 9-4 Supplementary Heating Device ....9-5 Automatic Heater / Air Conditioner* ..9-6 Manual Heater / Air Conditioner ....9-10 Defogging and Defrosting ......
Page 165: Heater / Air Conditioner System
HEATER / AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Sun Sensor Heater/AC Control Panel VENTILATION, HEATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Page 2 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:07...
Page 166 Front Center Vent Front Side Vent Open Closed Airflow Volume Control Dial Airflow Direction Airflow Direction Control Lever Control Lever You can adjust the direction of the airflow by moving the You can adjust the direction of the airflow by moving the air- knob horizontally or vertically.
Page 167: Warnings And Cautions
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Refrigerant Specification & Capacity CAUTION Item • If your vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight, open all win- R134a Specification dows to extract heat before turning on the air conditioning (A/C). • Operating the air conditioning (A/C) for a long time while the ve- Capacity 650 ±...
Page 168 SUPPLEMENTARY HEATING DEVICE • The vehicle equiped with the DI engine has the supplementary heating devices to increase the heating effect before the engine coolant fully warms up. The supplementary heating devices are as follows: FFH* (Fuel Fired Heater) (Positive Temperature Coefficient) FFH * This supplementary heater is a fuel burning type and This supplementary heater is an electrical air heating...
Page 169: Automatic Heater / Air Conditioner
AUTOMATIC HEATER / AIR CONDITIONER* If the Auto button is pressed, the temperature of the passenger compartment is automatically maintained according to the set temperature. By operating the relevant switch of the automatic air conditioner, you may also manually control the air condi- tioner operation, air flow direction, fan speed and air source.
Page 170 Temperature Control Switch Fan Speed Control Switch To adjust the temperature turn the switch as To control the fan speed, turn this switch. When turning required. this switch in the Auto mode, the “AUTO” indicator goes out and the system is changed to the manual mode. CAUTION If the air conditioner switch is turned off, the air conditioner does not work even when the fan switch is operated.
Page 171 Air Conditioner Switch Defroster Switch Use this switch for quick defrosting. When you press this switch, the ( ) indicator comes on and the air conditioner starts to operate, however, the When you press this switch, the airflow direction will be “AUTO”...
Page 172 Air Source Selection Switch AQS indicator Air circulation By pressing the switch, the fresh air intake mode and recirculation mode change alternatively. WARNING • Use of the recirculation mode for a long period of time can cause stuffiness, headache, drowsiness, or fogged window. •...
Page 173: Manual Heater / Air Conditioner
MANUAL HEATER / AIR CONDITIONER You can have a pleasant interior temperature by manually turning on or off the air conditioning or heating system, controlling the fan speed ranging from 1 to 4 and the temperature of air, and adjusting the direction of air flow. The fan speed can be adjusted in 4 different stages.
Page 174 Defroster Switch Use this switch for quick defrosting. When you press this switch, the airflow direction will be changed to the windshield and door glasses, the air conditioner operates automatically, outside air comes in, and the indicator on the switch comes on. When the switch is pressed again, the previ- ous mode will be restored.
Page 175 Air Conditioner ON/OFF Switch To turn on the air conditioner, press this switch when the fan speed switch is in any position except “0” position. Then, the indicator in the switch comes on. To turn off the air conditioner, press the switch again. Air conditioner Air circulation ON indicator...
Page 176: Defogging And Defrosting
DEFOGGING AND DEFROSTING Inside of the Windshield Automatic Air Conditioner 1. Press the defroster switch. 2. Adjust the fan speed with the fan speed control. 3. To quickly remove the fog on the glass, set the fan speed switch at a high speed position. 4.
Page 177: Aqs (Air Quality System)
AQS (AIR QUALITY SYSTEM) AQS SYSTEM? AQS automatically adjusts from the fresh air intake mode to the recirculation mode when polluted air is detected by the AQS sensor. The air source selection returns back to the fresh air intake mode if a certain time passes or the polluted air has disappeared.
Page 178: Replacing Air Conditioner Filter
REPLACING AIR CONDITIONER FILTER Replace the air conditioner filter when • Unpleasant odor is generated at the first operation after a long unused period. • Cooling and blowing capacity have decreased. CAUTION CAUTION • Do not apply excessive force to the holders when removing the •...
Page 179 This protruding section indi- cates that this is the bottom of the filter. 4. Remove the filter cover. 5. Pull out the first filter. 6. Slightly move the second filter to the left side and pull it out. 7. Istall in the reverse order of removal. 9-16 VENTILATION, HEATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Page 16...
Page 180 Turbocharger System TABLE OF CONTENTS Cautions in Using the Turbocharger ..10-2 Preventive Maintenance ......10-3 Turbocharger Inspection ......10-4 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:08...
Page 181: Cautions In Using The Turbocharger
CAUTIONS IN USING THE TURBOCHARGER WHAT IS THE TURBOCHARGER? Turbochargers are based on the gas turbine engine technology, but operate under consid- erably greater pressure. The turbocharger con- sists of two turbo elements, a turbine and a compressor, both of which are driven from the main center shaft.
Page 182: Preventive Maintenance
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE The vehicle owner should be encouraged to observe the fol- CAUTION lowing precautions to ensure maximum turbocharger ser- • At low ambient temperature, or when ever the vehicle has not vice life. been used for a long period, normal engine oil pressure and flow is affected.
Page 183: Turbocharger Inspection
TURBOCHARGER INSPECTION Good maintenance practices should be observed, particu- WARNING larly regarding air filtration, oil quality and filtration. Operating the turbocharger system without the intake and exhaust These areas are important because of a turbocharger’s oper- manifold mounting can result in severe engine damage. ating speed.
Page 184 Convenience Devices TABLE OF CONTENTS Storage Boxes and Convenience Device ... 11-2 Power Outlet ..........11-11 Tiltable Steering Wheel and Horn ... 11-4 Rear Armrest / Assist Grip and Coat Hook ..........11-12 Inside Rearview Mirror ......11-5 Room Lamps ..........11-13 Center Console / Front Cup Holder / Rear Storage Box and Seatback Pocket, Ashtray Holder ..........
Page 185: Storage Boxes And Convenience Device
STORAGE BOXES AND CONVENIENCE DEVICE Sunglasses box Driver’s sun visor Passenger’s sun visor Inside rearview mirror (ECM*) Digital clock Horn Glove box Driver’s door map pocket Center console Cigarette lighter Power outlet Passenger’s door map pocket 11-2 CONVENIENCE DEVICES Page 2 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 186: Convenience Devices
WARNING • Driving with any storage box open can cause injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop. Keep all the storage boxes closed while driving. • Do not store any flammable items or disposable lighters in the console box or other space. In hot weather, they can explode and cause a fire. •...
Page 187: Tiltable Steering Wheel And Horn
TILTABLE STEERING WHEEL AND HORN Tiltable Steering Wheel Horn Press the horn pad on the steer- ing wheel to sound the horn. CAUTION The sound of the horn can startle pedestrians. Use only when needed. To adjust the steering wheel, push the con- trol lever to right, adjust the wheel up or down to the proper position, release the control lever to lock the wheel in place.
Page 188: Inside Rearview Mirror
The inside rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down or side ways INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR to obtain the best rear view. ECM (ANTI-GLARE AUTO ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION)* MANUAL TYPE INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR Illumination sensor The reflection rate of the inside rearview mirror can be automati- Manual Day/Night Adjustment cally adjusted by the light intensity from a vehicle behind you.
Page 189: Center Console / Front Cup Holder / Ashtray Holder
CENTER CONSOLE / FRONT CUP HOLDER / ASHTRAY HOLDER CENTER CONSOLE FRONT CUP HOLDER AND ASHTRAY HOLDER Push the button and lift the cover lid to open in order to store The holder is located in order to put the cup or ashtray into small items.
Page 190: Sunglasses Box / Front Console
SUNGLASSES BOX / FRONT CONSOLE SUNGLASSES BOX STORAGE BOX (FRONT) Press the button to open the console and place the sun- There is another front storage box at the bottom of the center glasses onto the hook. panel. CAUTION CAUTION •...
Page 191: Card Holder / Sun Visors And Vanity Mirror Lamp
CARD HOLDER / SUN VISORS AND VANITY MIRROR LAMP CARD HOLDER SUN VISORS AND VANITY MIRROR LAMP* Vanity mirror Sun visor Illumination lamp Tickets and cards can be stored. Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down or to the left (right), if necessary. Vanity Mirror Swing the sun visor down and open the cover to reveal the mirror.
Page 192: Glove Box
GLOVE BOX / DIGITAL CLOCK GLOVE BOX DIGITAL CLOCK Setting button Hour adjusting button Minute adjusting button Pull up on the lever to open the glove box. Items can be stored. (HOUR) : Hour Adjusting Button When the tail lights are on and the glove box is open, the (MINUTE) : Minute Adjusting Button glove box inner lamp comes on.
Page 193: Cigarette Lighter / Removable Ashtray
• When the cigarette lighter does not automatically pop up after 30 seconds, there is a danger of overheating. If this happens, pull it out WARNING and have the problem corrected by Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong To avoid danger of fire, do not accumulate inflammable materials, Authorized Service Center.
Page 194: Power Outlet
POWER OUTLET FRONT POWER OUTLET REAR POWER OUTLET (ACTYON ONLY) An auxiliary power outlet for extra electrical devices is WARNING installed. This power outlet supplies power when the ignition • For the extra electrical devices, you must use this power outlet.
Page 195: Rear Armrest / Assist Grip And Coat Hook
REAR ARMREST / ASSIST GRIP AND COAT HOOK REAR ARMREST (CENTER) ASSIST GRIP AND COAT HOOK Coat hook The rear armrest is located in the center of the rear seat. Assist grip is not installed on the driver side. A coat hook is Pull down the armrest to use.
Page 196: Room Lamps
CENTER ROOM LAMP LUGGAGE ROOM LAMP When the door is closed, the (ACTYON ONLY) lamp will go off. Luggage room lamp Door position When this switch is pushed towards the rear of the vehicle, the lamp comes on.
Page 197: Rear Storage Box And Seatback Pocket, Map Pocket
REAR STORAGE BOX AND SEATBACK POCKET, MAP POCKET REAR STORAGE BOX REAR STORAGE BOX (ACTYON SPORTS) Rear storage box There is another storage box under the center console. If you fold the rear seats down, there is a storage box where small items can be stored.
Page 198: Map Pocket
SEATBACK POCKET MAP POCKET Front Door Rear Door There is a storage pocket for storing small items. The map pocket is located on each front door. Maps, magazines, newspapers, and other items can be stored. 11-15 CONVENIENCE DEVICES Page 15 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ...
Page 199: Luggage Net And Luggage Anchor & Cover
LUGGAGE NET AND LUGGAGE ANCHOR & COVER* LUGGAGE NET (ACTYON ONLY) LUGGAGE ANCHOR Any possibly moving objects during driving can be stored Your vehicle has 6 luggage anchors on the luggage room securely in the luggage net. floor. Hook the net up to the luggage compartment.
Page 200: Luggage Cover
LUGGAGE COVER* When Unrolling the Luggage Cover NOTE Pull the handle of the luggage cover at the center, and fix it Store the luggage cover separately to use the luggage room of the into the grooves at left and right sides of quarter trim inner vehicle wide.
Page 201: Rear Defogger And Antenna
REAR DEFOGGER AND ANTENNA Radio antenna Radio antenna Heating grids Heating grids The heating grids are on the center section of the tailgate The heating grids are on the rear window. window. Be careful not to damage the heating grids while cleaning Be careful not to damage the heating grids and antenna the rear window’s interior side.
Page 202: Audio System
AUDIO SYSTEM CAUTIONS WHEN USING AUDIO SYSTEM • An illegal copy of a CD may cause a malfunction in the audio head unit and abnormal replay. Use only original CD. Audio switch in the • Incompatible discs may cause a malfunction in steering wheel* the system.
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Page 204 In Case of Emergency TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting the Engine with Jumper Cables . 12-2 Shift Lever Lock Release and Safety Mode Reset ..........12-21 Cautions When a Tire Is Flat ....12-4 Towing a Disabled Vehicle ...... 12-22 OVM Tools ..........12-5 Emergency Towing ........
Page 205: Starting The Engine With Jumper Cables
STARTING THE ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES If the batter is weak or dead, the battery from another vehicle can be used with jumper cables to start the engine. Booster battery The positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal. The minus (–) cable to the minus (–) terminal.
Page 206: In Case Of Emergency
1. Prepare a set of jumper cables. WARNING 2. Place another vehicle that has the same 12 V of power • Connecting the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the dis- near to the discharged vehicle. charged battery could result in arcing and possibly a battery explosion.
Page 207: Cautions When A Tire Is Flat
CAUTIONS WHEN A TIRE IS FLAT If one of the tires becomes flat while driving, grab the steer- ing wheel firmly and remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Gradually slow down and park your vehicle in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a spare tire. For the process, refer to sections about the spare tire.
Page 208: Ovm Tools
OVM TOOLS ACTYON Jack box OVM tool box Emergency tools such as the jack connection and others 1. Jack are stored inside of jack and OVM tool box. 2. Jack connection The jack is stored in the right hand luggage room.
Page 209 ACTYON SPORTS OVM tools holes Wheel nut wrench Jack connection Jack If you fold the rear seats OVM Tools Jack Installation and down, there are mounting Removal 1. Jack (Pantograph jack) positions where OVM tools 2. Wheel nut wrench can be stored.
Page 210: Changing A Flat Tire
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE ACTYON (TEMPORARY TIRE) 1. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and turn on the hazard 4. Pull out the jack, the wheel nut wrench, OVM tools and flasher and then apply the parking brake. the jack connection. The jack extension can be only taken out after removing the temporary tire.
Page 211 ACTYON SPORTS (FULL-SIZE TIRE) Insert the jack connection to the center hole on the rear part of the deck and connect the wheel nut wrench, and then turn the wheel nut wrench counterclockwise. If the spare tire is on the ground, pull out the lift plate from the spare tire wheel.
Page 212: Removing The Spare Tire (Actyon)
After installing the spare tire on a wheel, curely lock it to the carrier holder. take your vehicle to a Ssangyong authorized service center or a • When one of the rear tires is flat, you may not have a enough tire-specialized shop to replace it with a new regular tire.
Page 213: Changing A Spare Tire
CHANGING A SPARE TIRE 1. Pry off the wheel cap with a flat blade screwdriver. 2. Loosen the wheel nuts one or two turns by turning them counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. WARNING WARNING • The parking brake should always be applied when replacing the •...
Page 214 Front jack up point Rear jack up point 3. Place the jack directly under the jack-up points so that the top of the jack con- tacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. When pulling out the jack from the box, first WARNING lower the jack head to take the jack out Do not attempt to raise the vehicle until the jack is set up at the jack...
Page 215 JACK UP POINTS ACTYON ACTYON SPORTS 12-12 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Page 12 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:08...
Page 216 Jack knob 4. Combine the jack, the wheel nut wrench and the jack con- 6. Take the wheel off and place the wheel under the vehicle nection as shown in the figure. Jack up the vehicle by ro- body. This helps to minimize any danger if the jack slip tating the combined wrench clockwise until the tire is off off position.
Page 217: Pantograph Jack
Make sure that the top of the jack should square with the jacking point. 10. When done with mounting the spare tire, place the flat tire removed from a wheel of ACTYON in the luggage room, and firmly secure the flat tire removed from a Pantograph Jack wheel of ACTYON SPORTS to the spare tire carrier.
Page 218 The full-size tire has the same size and type as regular tires. Never use it for normal driving. After installing the spare tire on a wheel, take your vehicle to a Ssangyong authorized ser- vice center or a tire-specialized shop to replace it with a new regular tire.
Page 219 • The temporary spare tire is only for emergency situations. Never use it for normal driving. After installing the spare tire on a wheel, take your vehicle to a Ssangyong authorized ser- vice center or a tire-specialized shop to replace it with a new regular tire.
Page 220: Cautions When Changing The Tire
• Never apply oil or grease to either wheel studs or nuts as it will cause them to overtighten. After changing the tire • Check, repair, and retighten the replaced tire at the nearest Ssangyong Authorized Service Center or a quali- fied tire shop after an emergency change.
Page 221: When The Engine Is Overheating
WHEN THE ENGINE IS OVERHEATING Engine overheat warning lamp Coolant tem- perature gauge When the engine overheats, steam or spray may come out Symptoms: the engine compartment. Or, the coolant temperature gauge touches “H”. If this happens, the engine overheat warning •...
Page 222 Then, put the cap back on the tank. 8. If the coolant level is normal, have the cooling system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. 12-19...
Page 223: Water Separator Warning Light And Engine Check Warning Light
If these conditions occur, immediately drain the water from the fuel filter & the water separator. If the above conditions are still existing after draining the water, have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 224: Shift Lever Lock Release And Safety Mode Reset
“P” If the shift lever is stuck in the position, take the above steps to drive your vehicle. Then, you must have your vehicle checked by Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. 12-21 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Page 21...
Page 225: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Flat-bed equipment is the best method of moving a disabled WARNING vehicle to avoid any damages. • If a flat bed truck is not available, the propeller shafts for the We recommend towing the 4WD vehicle with all four wheels wheels on the ground should be disconnected before towing.
Page 226: Emergency Towing
EMERGENCY TOWING • When towing your vehicle with the towing rope: 1. Securely tie up the towing rope to the towing hooks. Se- cure the rope to both of the towing hooks under the front of the vehicle as tight as possible. 2.
Page 227 Location of Towing Hooks ACTYON ACTYON SPORTS Rear towing hook Front towing hook Rear towing hook CAUTION • If you cannot use a professional towing service, the driver of the towed vehicle should stay behind the steering wheel. But, never use this emergency towing when the electrical system, steering system, or brake system is not operative.
Page 228: Trailer Towing
The maximum permissible trailer ball weight is 92 kg. Your Ssangyong Dealer will help supply and install towing The permissible trailer loads are valid for several gradients equipment to suit your requirement. from 6.8% to 12.6% according to engine power applied.
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Page 230: Trailer Lights
Type Trailer might occur in hot days or during continuous uphill driving. the coupling device ACTYON 2,100 WARNING with brake 2,300 Incorrect loading and crosswinds, large trucks passing or road roughness can cause swaying or trailer separation.
Page 231: Brake Fluid
SAFETY CHAINS • Before driving, make sure that the lighting system of the Always attach safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer works properly. trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes •...
Page 232: Parking On Hills
DRIVING ON HILL WHEN YOU ARE READY TO LEAVE AFTER PARKING ON A HILL Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or sleep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you might have to use your brakes so much that they would you: get hot and no longer work well.
Page 233: Accident Or Fire
ACCIDENT OR FIRE If your vehicle catches on fire, don’t panic. Evacuate any occupants and use the extinguisher. ACCIDENT Turn on the emergency hazard warning switch. If possible, WARNING move your vehicle to a safe place to avoid any secondary •...
Page 234: Warning Triangle
2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stay away from the traffic. When your safety is secured, contact your Ssangyong dealer for your emergency service. When you pull over your breaking down vehicle to a safe CAUTION place, set up a warning triangle behind your vehicle.
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Page 236 Service and Maintenance TABLE OF CONTENTS Daily Check List ......... 13-2 Fuel Filter and Water Separator (With Additional Water Separator) ..13-15 Locations in Engine Compartment Brake and Clutch Fluid (With M/T) ..13-20 (Without Additional Water Separator) ..13-3 Locations in Engine Compartment Washer Fluid ..........
Page 237: Daily Check List
8. Check the brake’s and clutch pedal’s free play, height and function. 9. Check the seat belts. CAUTION If in doubt about driving and operating conditions, have your ve- hicle checked at a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Ser- vice Center. 13-2 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Page 2...
Page 238: Locations In Engine Compartment
LOCATIONS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT (Without Additional Water Separator) DIESEL ENGINE (D20DT) CAUTION Do not work on the engine compartment while the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, muffler or catalytic converter is hot. Always turn Brake and clutch fluid reservoir the engine off and allow it to cool before starting the maintenance. (for manual transmission) Coolant surge tank Relay and fuse box...
Page 239: (With Additional Water Separator)
LOCATIONS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT (With Additional Water Separator) DIESEL ENGINE (D20DT) Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (for manual transmission) Coolant surge tank Relay and fuse box Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Air cleaner Battery Fuel filter Power steering Priming pump fluid reservoir Water separator...
Page 240 LOCATIONS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT GASOLINE ENGINE (G23D) Brake and clutch fluid reservoir Coolant surge tank (for manual transmission) Relay and fuse box Engine oil filler cap Air cleaner Front washer Power steering fluid reservoir Battery Engine oil dipstick fluid reservoir 13-5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Page 5...
Page 241: Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL Diesel Engine Level Check Park the vehicle on a level ground and apply the parking brake. Stop the engine and wait more than 5 minutes. 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Rein- sert it all the way.
Page 242 FUNCTION OF ENGINE OIL * What’s Severe Driving Condition? Engine oil’s major function is to lubricate and cool the parts inside of the engine, which enables engine to work properly. • Driving at the high engine speed or at high-speed •...
Page 243 Diesel Engine Service interval WARNING Use only Ssangyong genuine engine oil and filters. Use of non- Initial check: 5,000 km, and replenish if necessary, recommended products could cause damage to the engine. change every 15,000 km or 12 months (The ser-...
Page 244 SAE VISCOSITY CLASSES The SAE classes (viscosity) should be selected Engine in accordance with the average seasonal air The viscosity should be selected according to outside temperature. Do temperature. not switch to a different viscosity in the event of brief temperature Applying the SAE classes exactly on the basis fluctuations.
Page 245: Engine Coolant
• Replacement: Every 3 years or every 60,000 km Park the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake. Stop the engine and wait until it cools. Ssangyong genuine coolant Diesel Engine (D20DT) 1. The coolant level should be between the MAX and MIN 10.5 ~ 11.0...
Page 246: Service And Maintenance
Use only the 1. Open the coolant surge tank cap slowly when the engine Ssangyong genuine coolant and anti-freeze. If different types of cool- is cold. At this time, you can hear a “hissing” sound.
Page 247: Air Cleaner
AIR CLEANER Diesel Engine Cleaning Blow the compressed air through the element in the opposite direction to normal air flow to clean the element. Maintenance Schedule Diesel EU: Initial clean: 5,000 km, clean every 15,000 km, replace every 30,000 km (The service interval should be shortened under severe conditions) Air cleaner...
Page 248: Power Steering Fluid
POWER STEERING FLUID Diesel Engine A zone B zone Check the fluid level on a level ground with the engine turned off. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir cap gauge. If it drops to or below the MIN Gasoline Engine mark, refill the reservoir with the specified fluid.
Page 249: Fuel Filter And Priming Pump (Without Additional Water Separator)
FUEL FILTER AND PRIMING PUMP (Without Additional Water Separator) • Change the fuel filter at every 30,000 km (EU) Plug opening direction or 25,000 km (General) of driving. Plug closing direction • Drain water from the fuel filter whenever replac- Fuel filter ing the engine oil.
Page 250: Fuel Filter And Water Separator
FUEL FILTER AND WATER SEPARATOR (With Additional Water Separator) Fuel filter Priming Pump Operating Conditions 1. If the vehicle has been run out of fuel Water 2. After draining water from the fuel filter Priming separator pump 3. After replacing the fuel filter Before starting the engine, perform the pumping operation of the priming pump until it becomes rigid so that the fuel pump fills up with fuel.
Page 251 FUEL FILTER (DIESEL ENGINE) Water Separating Function If the water in fuel gets into the engine and the fuel system, it may cause serious damage in the fuel system. The fuel filter offers the water separating function to block the inflow of water.
Page 252 Replace the fuel filter according to the specified maintemamce schedule. Service Interval Every 100,000 km (if using poor quality Replacement of fuel, replace every 30,000 km) CAUTION Replace with a Ssangyong genuine part with specified intervals. 13-17 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Page 17 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:09...
Page 253 SPARK PLUGS (GASOLINE ENGINE) Service Interval Replacement (G23D) Change every 30,000 km BOSCH Pole Ni-Alloy Type (G23D) Specification 1 ± 0.1 mm CAUTION • When replacing the spark plugs, disconnect the negative termi- nal of the battery and turn off all the switches. •...
Page 254: Water Separator
WATER SEPARATOR Location: Behind the fuel filter (between the fuel filter and the dash panel) in the engine compartment (engine intake side) Draining the Water from Water Separator Drain the water from the water separator whenever replacing the engine oil. After draining the water, press the priming pump until it be- comes rigid.
Page 255: Brake And Clutch Fluid (With M/T)
• The fluid gradually decreases according to brake pad wear. A sudden drop of the fluid level may indicate a leak in the system. In this case, have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 256: Washer Fluid
WASHER FLUID TOP UP WASHER FLUID Diesel Engine Frequently check the washer fluid level and add the speci- fied product as needed. In winter, use only the specified washer liquid for winter season. WARNING • The washer fluid includes flammable materials to prevent freezing.
Page 257: Battery
If the warning light comes on while driving, turn off all unnec- essary electrical devices and have the system checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. Battery Maintenance • Make sure the terminal connections are securely tightened.
Page 258 WARNING CAUTION • The battery has acid that can burn you. And its gas can explode. • If you disconnect the battery terminal when the engine is running, You can get serious injuries if you are not careful. Keep naked electrical systems could be damaged.
Page 259: Fuse And Relay Box
• Always replace a specified fuse with the same rating. • If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. Interior Fuse and Relay Box...
Page 260: How To Check And Replace Fuse
HOW TO CHECK AND REPLACE FUSE Higher amperage Specified amperage Normal Open 1. Turn off all electrical systems and remove the ignition key WARNING from the key cylinder. • The use of anything other than the specified fuse could cause 2.
Page 261 ENGINE ROOM FUSE BOX LABEL (ACTYON) SPARE SPARE SPARE SPARE SPARE 7.5A CABIN CABIN POWER POWER ABS/ESP F/BOX F/BOX WINDOW Key 1 WINDOW (B+POWER3) (B+POWER1) RLY 18 125A Hazard Head LP ABS/ESP HEAD LP TAIL LP WHASER 2 WIPER (HI)
Page 262 ENGINE ROOM FUSE BOX LABEL (ACTYON SPORTS) SPARE SPARE SPARE SPARE SPARE 7.5A CABIN CABIN POWER POWER F/BOX F/BOX WINDOW Key 1 WINDOW (B+POWER3) (B+POWER1) RLY 18 *125A Hazard LP Head LP DRV P/SEAT HEAD LP WIPER (HI) TAIL LP...
Page 263 INTERIOR FUSE BOX LABEL (DRIVER’S SIDE) (ACTYON) 13-28 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Page 28 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:09...
Page 264 INTERIOR FUSE BOX LABEL (DRIVER’S SIDE) (ACTYON SPORTS) 13-29 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Page 29 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:09...
Page 265 INTERIOR FUSE BOX LABEL (PASSENGER’S SIDE) (ACTYON) SPARE SPARE *DSL SPARE HAZARD LAMP SHIFT LOCK ENG ECU (A/T) SPARE PASS P/SEAT SPARE SPARE SPARE DSP & AMP *DSL NAVIGATION ENG ECU HAZARD LAMP BLOWER AUDIO UNIT 7.5A *DSL ENG ECU SPARE 7.5A...
Page 266 INTERIOR FUSE BOX LABEL (PASSENGER’S SIDE) (ACTYON SPORTS) SPARE SPARE SPARE HAZARD LAMP ENG ECU SPARE SPARE PASS P/SEAT SPARE SPARE SPARE DSP & AMP AUDIO UNIT ENG ECU HAZARD LAMP BLOWER 7.5A SPARE ENG ECU 7.5A SHIFT FOLDING UNFOLDING...
Page 267: Tire
30 psi, 2.06 bar WARNING (36 psi, 2.48 bar) For ACTYON SPORTS, rear tire inflation pressure under load should be adjusted to the specified tire pressure. Driving the vehicle with- ( ): Rear tire inflation pressures under load out adjustment may cause poor fuel consumption and flat tires.
Page 268: Tire Rotation
WARNING WARNING • Be sure to replace and rotate the tires at a Ssangyong Autho- • Driving on worn or damaged tires is very dangerous and may rized Service Center or professional tire shops. cause an accident. Also, a damaged tire could burst.
Page 269: Tire Chain
Never use it for normal driving. After installing the spare tire TIRE CHAIN on a wheel, take your vehicle to a Ssangyong authorized ser- vice center or a tire-specialized shop to replace it with a new Chains must be installed on the rear wheels only.
Page 270 • Be sure to check the tires and wheels before driving. If a wheel is damaged, the tire inflation pressure can be de- creased and the tire can be damaged. • If a tire has been impacted by a stone or any other objects during driving, have it checked by a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center.
Page 271: Wiper Blade Replacement
WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT 1. Lift the wiper arm up from the 2. Press the safety button ( ). 3. Slide the blade down and remove it windshield. from the arm. 4. Install a new blade. • The tailgate wiper blade can be re- 5.
Page 272: Do-It-Yourself Operation
• When working with the battery or fuel related components, • Use only the genuine Ssangyong oils and fluids. always stop the engine and do not smoke. Also, remove all • Do not allow oils and coolant to make contact with skin or flames or sparks near the vehicle.
Page 273: Scheduled Maintenance Services
* Use only approved SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES (DIESEL ENGINE) Ssangyong genuine parts. Maintenance service and record retention are the owner’s responsibility. You should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the scheduled maintenance service chart.
Page 274 * Use only approved Ssangyong genuine parts. * EU Countries: Only countries that belong to EU. (It does not apply to all countries in EU.) Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x1,000 km INTERVAL MAINTENANCE x1,000 miles...
Page 275 * Use only approved Ssangyong genuine parts. * EU Countries: Only countries that belong to EU. (It does not apply to all countries in EU.) Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x1,000 km INTERVAL MAINTENANCE x1,000 miles...
Page 276 * Use only approved SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES (GASOLINE ENGINE) Ssangyong genuine parts. Maintenance service and record retention are the owner’s responsibility. You should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the scheduled maintenance service chart.
Page 277 * Use only approved Ssangyong genuine parts. * EU Countries: Only countries that belong to EU. (It does not apply to all countries in EU.) Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x1,000 km INTERVAL MAINTENANCE x1,000 miles...
Page 278 * Use only approved Ssangyong genuine parts. * EU Countries: Only countries that belong to EU. (It does not apply to all countries in EU.) Kilometers (miles) or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x1,000 km INTERVAL MAINTENANCE x1,000 miles...
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Page 282 Lamp TABLE OF CONTENTS Bulb Specifications and Functional Check ............14-2 Location of Exterior Lamps ...... 14-4 Interior Lamps .......... 14-14 Page 1 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:09...
Page 283: Lamps 14
BULB SPECIFICATIONS AND FUNCTIONAL CHECK BULB SPECIFICATIONS (ACTYON) BULB SPECIFICATIONS (ACTYON SPORTS) Specification Specification Specification Specification Description Amount Description Amount (EU) (General) (EU) (General) Exterior Headlamp High beam H4(60W) Exterior Headlamp High beam H4(60W) ← ← lamp lamp Low beam...
Page 284: Functional Check
If you accidentally touch the bulb, wipe the bulb glass with a soft cloth. • Never try to adjust the headlamp aiming angle. It should be done by a qualified technician in a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. 14-3...
Page 285: Location Of Exterior Lamps
Rear fog light* Front fog Side repeater (Mandatory option where light required by regulation) Headlamp Rear Combination Lamp Rear Combination Lamp (ACTYON) (ACTYON SPORTS) Turn signal lamp Tail light/ Stop lamp Headlamp Turn signal lamp Tail light/ Turn signal Back-up...
Page 286: Removing Headlamp Housing
Low beam) Front position lamp WARNING For safe driving, do not adjust the headlamp aiming by yourself. Turn signal It should be done by a qualified technician in a Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Center. lamp Aiming adjusting screw 14-5...
Page 287: Turn Signal Lamp
HEADLAMP TURN SIGNAL LAMP Front position lamp 1. Remove the headlamp cover from the removed headlamp 1. Remove the turn signal lamp connector from the removed housing. headlamp housing. 2. Release the fixing clip. 2. Push down and turn the bulb to remove. 3.
Page 288: Front Fog Light
Ssangyong dealer or authorized be done by a Ssangyong dealer or authorized 2. Remove the front fog light connec- service operation.
Page 289: Side Repeater
SIDE REPEATER 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. Side repeater 2. Pull the lamp housing out while pushing it rearward. 3. Disconnect the connector. 4. Remove the bulb housing. 5. Remove the bulb from the housing. 6. Replace it with a new one. 7.
Page 290: Rear Combination Lamp
REAR COMBINATION LAMP 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. Disconnect the two mounting bolts from the rear combination lamp. Rear combination lamp 3. Remove the rear combination lamp 6. Remove the back-up lamp bulb while from the body. pulling it/remove the turn signal lamp bulb while pushing and turning it.
Page 291 REAR FOG LIGHT (ACTYON) 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. Remove the one bolt of the rear fog light and remove the bracket. 3. Remove the three bolts and re- move the assembly of the rear fog light from the rear bumper.
Page 292 REAR COMBINATION LAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (ACTYON SPORTS) 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. Open the tailgate. 3. Disconnect the two mounting bolts from the rear combination lamp. Stop (tail) lamp Rear combination Turn signal lamp lamp...
Page 293 LICENSE PLATE LAMP (ACTYON) 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. To take out the license plate light assembly, remove the two fasten- ing screws on the license plate light and push the assembly downward. 3. Remove the lamp housing by turn- ing the connector.
Page 294 LICENSE PLATE LAMP (ACTYON SPORTS) 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. Disconnect the lamp housing while pushing it. 3. Remove the lamp housing by turning the connector. License plate lamp 4. Remove the bulb while pushing it.
Page 295: Interior Lamps
4. Install the cover. CAUTION NOTE The cover should be pried up from the rear section (indicated by the arrow). Otherwise, the cover may be damaged. ACTYON SPORTS does not come with the luggage room lamp. 14-14 LAMP Page 14 2006-10-02, ¿ÀÈÄ 3:09...
Page 296: Glove Box Lamp
GLOVE BOX LAMP DOOR COURTESY LAMP 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 1. Remove the ignition key from the key cylinder. 2. Open the cover as shown in the figure. 2. Cover the tip of a flat blade screwdriver with a cloth and insert the tip into a lamp cover slot.
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Page 298 Vehicle Care TABLE OF CONTENTS Vehicle Care ..........15-2 Running-In Period ......... 15-2 Cleaning Agents ..........15-2 Care and Cleaning Of the Interior ....15-3 Glass Surfaces ..........15-4 Care and Cleaning Of the Exterior ....15-4 Corrosion Protection ........15-5 Caring For Your Vehicle under 0°C (32°F) 15-7 Caring For Your Vehicle under 0°C (32°F) ..
Page 299: Vehicle Care
VEHICLE CARE RUNNING-IN PERIOD CLEANING AGENTS Follow the manufacturer’s advice whenever cleaning agents or other chemicals are used for the inside or the outside of the vehicle. Some cleaners may be poisonous or flammable, and improper use may cause personal injury or damage. When cleaning the inside or outside of the vehicle, do not use volatile cleaning solvents such as: acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel reducers, nail polish removers;...
Page 300: Care And Cleaning Of The Interior
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE INTERIOR Seat Belt Care • Keep belts clean and dry. • Clean seat belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. • Do not bleach or dye belts since this may severely weaken them. With the use of modern trim materials, it is very important that you use proper cleaning techniques and cleaners.
Page 301: Glass Surfaces
Ssangyong vehicles are designed to operate under normal equivalent non abrasive cleaner. Your windshield is clean if environmental conditions and to withstand the natural beads do not form when rinsing with water.
Page 302: Corrosion Protection
CORROSION PROTECTION Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Your car was designed to resist corrosion. When it was built, special and protective finishes were used on most parts of Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their your car to help maintain a good appearance, strength and luster.
Page 303: Vehicle Care
Therefore you should use only a filling station or should be repaired promptly. Bare metal will corrode quickly a Ssangyong Distributor who has oil separator equipment in and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips the car wash bay.
Page 304: Caring For Your Vehicle Under 0°C (32°F)
50:50 mixture of water and antifreeze. To maintain its optimal operating condition, it is recom- • Use only Ssangyong genuine coolant. mended that the air conditioner be turned on for approxi- mately 5 to 10 minutes every week throughout all seasons.
Page 305: Starting The Engine And Driving In The Winter
STARTING THE ENGINE AND DRIVING IN PARKING IN THE WINTER THE WINTER When the parking brake is applied in cold weather, ice may form on the brake system and cause some difficulty mov- Starting the Engine in the Winter ing the vehicle. When parking on a hill, first, apply the park- During the winter, the engine experiences increased resis- ing brake.
Page 306: Other Maintenance Tips
OTHER MAINTENANCE TIPS Diesel Fuel in the Winter After driving on a calcium chloride (salt) spayed road, wash the bottom of your vehicle as soon as possible to avoid any On an extremely cold day, paraffin, one of the chemicals in rust.
Page 307: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE DRIVING Checking the Driving Conditions: For safe and comfortable driving, check each part of the vehicle before driving your vehicle. • Adjustment of the rearview mirror • Applying the brake and releasing the parking brake CAUTION •...
Page 308 Always Using Seat belt Do Not Leave a Child Alone in the Vehicle Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all When left alone in the car, a child might unintentionally start times. the engine, cause a fire, or cause another accident. WARNING WARNING •...
Page 309: On The Road
(steering wheel shakes up and the engine off. down / right and left / in circular motion), immediately visit the nearest Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service CAUTION Center to check and repair steering and suspension parts.
Page 310 Moving Your Vehicle Only After Starting the Engine When Parking or Stopping in An Enclosed Place Move your vehicle only after having started the engine. When parking or stopping in an enclosed place, turn off the engine. WARNING WARNING Driving the vehicle on a downhill using the downgrade slope with- out running the engine might cause an accident.
Page 311 • The warranty does not cover problems caused by using non- Ssangyong genuine parts. Always Putting Out Cigarettes • You can distinguish an authentic Ssangyong genuine part by its • Make sure you have put out all cigarettes and matches hologram.
Page 312 Driving on a Snowy or Icy Road Driving on Unpaved and Mountain Roads • Shift to the lowest possible gear and drive slowly. • Before driving, check road conditions such as if the road suddenly ends, or if there is enough space for a U-turn in •...
Page 313 Important things to remember when going Driving On Hill Roads through water Position the gearshift lever in accordance with the road • If the engine stops while you are going through water, do conditions. not try to restart. Get your vehicle towed. •...
Page 314: Prohibition Of Unauthorized Modifications
Modification of Fuses and Circuits • Always respect the speed limit and refrain from speeding. Always use the Ssangyong genuine fuses of the specified • Allow for a safe following distance, avoid sudden steering capacity and do not alter or modify your vehicle’s circuits. It movements.
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Page 317 4-wheel drive system and switch* ..4-24 Cautions in using the turbocharger ..10-2 Cautions when a tire is flat ....12-4 Emergency towing ......12-23 Cautions when changing the tire ..12-17 Engine coolant ........13-10 Cautions when using 4-wheel drive mode Accident or fire ........
Page 318 Remote control key functions ....2-4 Manual heater / air conditioner ... 9-10 Remote control key* and ignition key ... 2-2 Removing the spare tire (ACTYON) ... 12-9 Immobilizer indicator, seat belt reminder, Replacing air conditioner filter .... 9-15 4wd indicators ....... 5-11 Opening and closing devices ....
Page 319 Shift lever in manual transmission ..6-2 Shift lever lock release and safety mode Vehicle care ........15-2 reset ..........12-21 Vehicle identification ......0-8 Spare tire and winter tire ....13-34 Specifications ........0-5 Starting the engine and driving off the Warning and caution ......
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SSANGYONG ACTYON Owner's Manual

General

Safety Precautions

Ignition Key, Remote Control Key

Opening and Closing

Interior Switches

Rear Fog Light Switch*

And ESP System*

HDC (Hill Descent Control) Switch*

Instrument Cluster

Transmission and Brake System

Transmission

Winter (W) / Power (P) / Normal Mode

Seats 7

Seat Belt and Air Bag

Second Row Center Seat

System*

?Isofix” System and “Tether Anchorage”

Ventilation, Heating, and 9

Convenience Devices

Ashtray Holder

Glove Box / Digital Clock

Mirror Lamp

In Case of Emergency

Removing the Spare Tire

Cautions When Changing the Tire

Service and Maintenance

15 0 Vehicle Care

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Care

Caring for Your Vehicle under 0°C (32°F)

Important Safety Instructions

Quick Links

Chapters

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