Hyundai Santa Fe (DM): Safety chains - Trailer towing - Driving your vehicleHyundai Santa Fe (DM): Safety chains

You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch.

Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your trailer. And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.

Hitches
It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Do you have ...

Trailer brakes
If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed and operating correctly. If your trailer weight exceeds the ...

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Hood Weatherstrip. Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the hood weatherstrip (A). • Be careful not to scratch the hood weatherstrip. 2. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...

Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance ...

When Active ECO is activated
The engine noise may get louder. The vehicle speed may slightly be reduced. The air conditioner performance may be affected. ...