2002 Hyundai Atos Owner's Manual

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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Emergency Towing
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For emergency towing when no commercial
tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,
chain or strap to the two hooks under the frontof your car. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle
in this manner on any unpaved surface. Thiscould result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should it be attempted if the wheels, drive
train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged.Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neu-
tral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off)or in the "ON" position (with the engine run-ning). A driver must be in the towed car to steer
it and operate the brakes. D120A02A-GAT
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
Information about the key of immobilizer sys-tem will be found on page 1-2.

CORROSION PREVENTION & APPEARANCE CARE 4-1
moved. Should any damage to or deterioration of the underbody coating be apparent, the ad-vice of a Hyundai dealer regarding the use of acompatible repair material should be sought.
NOTE: The underbody should never be steam
cleaned since the underbody coating may be removed by this process.
During the interim period between power wash-
ing the underbody, the more vulnerable areassuch as wheelarches should be hosed off,particularly during the winter season to preventprolonged contact of road salt with the body. Ensure that the various drain points located at
bottom of the door panels are kept clear, toprevent water becoming trapped within the cavi-ties. Wherever possible, the parking of thevehicle in a confined, poorly ventilated location(e.g.) garage should be avoided when the vehi-cle is wet or covered with snow or ice. Underthese conditions, the internal cavities of thevehicle will remain damp for long periods oftime which encourage corrosion. Parking thevehicle where good ventilation exists is prefer-able.
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Underbody Coatings Every Hyundai passenger car receives a full
underbody and cavity injection treatment duringproduction. In order that this treatment mayretain maximum effectiveness, it is recommend-ed that the underbody receives a power washand a thorough inspection after each winterseason. In so doing any accumulations of mud,which act as moisture traps and combine withroad salts to accelerate corrosion, will be re-
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4. CORROSION PRE-
VENTION & AP- PEARANCE CARE
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APPEARANCE CARE In using the most advanced design and con-
struction practices, every Hyundai is built to retain its original factory finish for many years.However, long term durability is also greatlydependant upon maintaining the various pro-tection systems and coatings used in manufac- ture since constant exposure to the elements will eventually result in their breakdown andloss of effectiveness. The following sugges-tions are made to assist in the maintenance ofthe vehicle bodywork.
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Interior During the winter period, it is possible that the
carpet within the passenger compartment maybecome wet. The carpet should not be allowedto remain in this condition for prolonged periods JE050A1-E
VALETING
Regular cleaning of the exterior paintwork serves
two important functios. Firstly, the removal ofabrasive dirt and contaminants will maintain thelustre of the paintwork and will preventdiscolouration and dulling due to prolonged con-tact.
Secondly, the presence of damage through
impact or abrasion will be apparent allowingearly rectification to be made thus preventingcorrosion from becoming established andspreading beneath the paint film. To avoid "wa-ter spotting" the vehicle should not be washedin direct sunlight particularly in the case ofvehicles having dark body colours. The heatfrom the sun rays is absorbed by the paint filmincreasing the surface temperature. This actioncauses water used for washing to evaporatequickly leaving behind the deposits from thewater and the shampoo used. Use only a shampoo intended for the purpose
and ensure that the body work is thoroughlywetted to soften the dirt film prior to attemptingto remove this.
After removing the dirt film with a soft sponge,
the body work should be thoroughly rinsed andthen dried with a good quality ch mois leather toprevent streaking or spotting of the paint work.
since the carpet may begin to create mustysmells and promote internal corrosion of thefloorpan.
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4-2 Household detergents, solvents and abrasive
cleaning materials should not be used in order ot avoid damaging the paint film.
Plastic wheel covers should be cleaned using a
sponge and water. Cast alloy wheels should becleaned using a mild soap or neutral detergent.Abrasive compounds must not be used since inthe event of these damaging the lacquer coat-ing, oxidisation of the aluminium wheel willoccur, spoiling the appearance.
The use of an a toothbrush will facilitate clean-
ing between the wheel "spokes". JE080A1-E
BUMPER MAINTENANCE
The special material from which the bumpersare manufactured warrants special attention topreserve the appearance of thebumpers. Avoidcontact with battery electrolyte or brake fluidand ensure that accidental spillages are imme-diately flushed with water. Do not use abrasive cleaning materials which may damage the bumpers. Avoid subjecting the bumpers to high tempera- tures such as may be encountered in high bakepaing ovens.
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STAIN/SPOT REMOVAL Should tree sap, dead insects or tar prove to be
difficult to remove from the paint film, turpentineor a proprietary paint cutting compound may beused. Ensure that the area to be cleaned is notrubbed intensively to prevent breaking throughthe colour coat and exposing the under coat.
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POLISHING The exterior paint work should be polished with
a proprietary wax polish when water no longercollects in bead form on the paint work. Theinstructions of the product manufacturer shouldbe adhered to. JE090A1-E
ACCIDENT REPAIRS In the event of the body work sustaining dam-age, the following points should be noted priorto repairs being undertaken. If body panels are replaced or repaired, anti corrosion treatment must be applied to therepair area. The product used must be compat-ible with those used in manufacture. It is recom-mended that repairs are entrusted to a Hyundaidealer to ensure that replacement parts usedare of the same high quality as those used inmanufacture of the vehicle and that the correctrepair methods and materials will ensure ade-quate levels of corrosion protection and thecontinued validity of the Anti Perforation War-ranty. JE100A1-E
SEAT BELTS
Seat belts should be cleaned only with a mildsoap solution. Strong detergents, solvens orbleaches may damage the belt webbing andtherefore reduce the effectiveness of the belt.Belts which display signs of fraying, wear of cutshould be replaced. JE110A1-E
INTERIOR VALETING
The soft trim and carpets should be maintained with the regular use of a vacuum cleaner. Heavysoiling should be removed with a dry cleaningagent recommended for this purpose followingthe instructions of the product manufacturer.Paint thinner, solvents or other such cleaningmaterials should not be used since damage tothe upholstery may result. JE120A1-E
WINDOWS
A proprietary glass cleaner should be used to clean the inside of the windows. However, therear heated windscreen must only be cleanedusing a light horizontal cleaning action. Careshould be exercised to avoid the use of abra-sive cleaners or contact with items of jewellerywhich may damage the heating elements.

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-1
NOTE: The inspection and testing of certain elec-
tronic fuel injection/engine management and automatic transmission control systems re-quire specialised electronic equipment spe-cifically designed for Hyundai vehicles. Theuse of general purpose electrical test equip-ment may result in damage to the controlunit microprocessors. be sure these are equivalent to the quality ofthe original Hyundai parts. Your Service Pass-port provides further information about yourwarranty coverage.
DF020F1-E SERVICE HISTORYIt is important that all scheduled maintenance
services are recorded in the warranty and ser- vice passport to ensure that proof of mainte-nance is available when warranty service isrequired.
DF020A1-E MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING REQUIREMENTS To ensure the continued reliability and safety of
the vehicle, certain routine maintenance opera-tions are required at specific mileage or timeintervals.
It is the responsibility of the vehicle owner to
ensure that the maintenance schedules shownin both this Owners Manual and the Warrantyand Service Passport are adhered to.
The new vehicle warranty may be invalidated if
the routine maintenance operations are notperformed in line with the recommendationsoutlined and the safety and durability of thevehicle adversely affected.
It is recommended that all maintenance opera-
tions with the exception of the daily operatingchecks are entrusted to a Hyundai dealer toensure that the latest repair and maintenanceprocedures and specialized servicing tools areemployed. In addition, the use of genuineHyundai replacement parts will ensure that thevehicle safety and performance will not becompromised. ZF010A1-A
5. VEHICLE MAINTE-
NANCE REQUIRE- MENTS
SF020C1-B Specified Scheduled ProceduresThese are the procedures such as inspections,
adjustments and replacements that are listed in the maintenance charts starting on page 5-2.These procedures must be performed at theintervals shown in the maintenance scheduleto assure that your warranty remains in effect.Although it is strongly recommended that theybe performed by the factory-trained or distribu-tor-trained technicians at your Hyundai dealer,these procedures may be performed at anyqualified service facility.
It is suggested that genuine Hyundai service
parts be used for any required repairs or re-placements. Other parts of equivalent qualitysuch as engine oil, engine coolant, manual orauto transaxle oil, brake fluid and so on whichare not supplied by Hyundai Motor Company orits distributor may be used without affectingyour warranty coverage but you should always
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5-2 XF040C1-E SCHEDULED MAINTENANCEIn order to ensure the continued safety, reliability and longevity of the
vehicle, the following maintenance service operations should be per- formed at the time or mileage intervals specified. It is recommended that all routine maintenance services are entrusted to
a Hyundai dealer to ensure that the manufacturers recommended proce-dures are employed and that only genuine Hyundai replacement parts areused. Incorrect maintenance techniques or the use of non genuinereplacement parts may invalidate the vehicle warranty.
F030B02X-EAT R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
1 ENGINE OIL & FILTER (SG OR ABOVE)
2 DRIVE BELT (WATER PUMP & GENERATOR)
3 FUEL FILTER (MFI)
4 FUEL LINES, FUEL HOSES & CONNECTIONS
5 TIMING BELT
6 VAPOR HOSE & FUEL FILLER CAP
7 VACUUM CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSES
8 AIR CLEANER FILTER
9 SPARK PLUGS
10 VALVE CLEARANCE
No. DESCRIPTION60 72
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5060
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4048
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1012
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MILES X 1000 MONTHS30 36
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F030C02X-EAT R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
DESCRIPTION
GENERAL MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEMENGINE COOLANT ENGINE COOLANT SPECIFIC GRAVITY MANUAL TRANSAXLE OILAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID AND FILTER BRAKE PIPES, HOSES, AND CONNECTIONS BRAKE FLUIDCLUTCH FLUID REAR BRAKE LININGS AND CYLINDERS BRAKE PADSSUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEM FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS POLLEN FILTERTRANSFER CASE OIL REAR AXLE OIL CLEAN PROPELLAR SHAFT/RETIGHTEN BOLTSREAR WHEEL BEARINGS TYRE CONDITION AND PRESSURE (incl uding Spare)
LUBRICATE LOCKS AND HINGES CHECK ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ROAD TEST CHECK ALL SYSTEMS WITH HI-SCAN
60 72
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R R
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50 60
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RRR III I II I
40 48
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20 24
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MILES X 1000 MONTHSNO.
1 2 3 45 6 78 9
1011 1213 14 1516 17 1819 20 2122

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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeated short distance driving
B - Extensive idling
C - Driving in dusty, rough roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above
90°F (32°C)
G - Driving in mountainous areasH - Towing a trailer
I - Driving for rental car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 100 MPH
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTER SPARK PLUGSTIMING BELT BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS,PARKING BRAKE STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINTDRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL TRANSAXLE OIL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
DRIVING
CONDITION
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALSMAINTENANCEOPERATION
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R R EVERY 4,500 MILE OR 6 MONTHS MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 37,000 MILE OR 48 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 9,000 MILE OR 12 MONTHS EVERY 60,000 MILE EVERY 27,000 MILE
MAINTENANCE ITEM
A, B, C, F, H C, E B, H D, E, F, GC, D, G, H C, D, G, H C, D, E, F C, D, E, F A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J A, C, E, F, G, H, I

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-5
F060A01A-AAT EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAIN-
TENANCE ITEMS
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o Engine oil and filterThe engine oil and filter should be changed at
the intervals specified in the maintenance sched- ule. If the car is being driven in severe condi-tions, more frequent oil and filter changes arerequired.
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o Drive belts Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts,
cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary. Drive belts should be checked periodically for proper tension andadjusted as necessary.
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o Fuel filterA clogged filter can limit the speed at which the
vehicle may be driven, damage the emission system and cause hard starting. If an exces-sive amount of foreign matter accumulates in
the fuel tank, the filter may require replacementmore frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the engine for
several minutes, and check for leaks at theconnections. F060D01A-AAT
o Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec-
tions
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec-
tions for leakage and damage. Replace anydamaged or leaking parts immediately.
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o Timing beltInspect all parts related to the timing belt for
damage and deformation. Replace any dam- aged parts immediately.
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o Vapour hose and fuel filler capThe vapor hose and fuel filler cap should be
inspected at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule. Make sure that a new
vapour hose or fuel filler cap is correctly re-placed.
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o Vacuum, crankcase
ventilation hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence of
heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard andbrittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions,and excessive swelling indicate deterioration.Particular attention should be paid to examine
those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sourc-
es, such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect the hose routing to assure that the
hoses do not come in contact with any heatsource, sharp edges or moving component
which might cause heat damage or mechanicalwear. Inspect all hose connections, such as
clamps and couplings, to make sure they aresecure, and that no leaks are present. Hoses
should be replaced immediately if there is any
evidence of deterioration or damage.
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o Air cleaner filter A Genuine Hyundai air cleaner filter is recom-
mended when filter is replaced.
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o Spark plugsMake sure to install new spark plugs of the
correct heat range.
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o Valve clearances Incorrect valve clearance will not only result in
unsteady engine operation, but will also cause excessive noise and reduced engine perfor-mance. Inspect valve clearance and adjust asrequired while the engine is hot.
Valve-to-rocker arm clearance Intake valves ..... 0.008 in. (0.2 mm)Exhaust valves .... 0.010 in. (0.25 mm)