2002 Hyundai Grandeur adding oil

1- 42 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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FRONT FOG INDICATOR LIGHT
Front fog indicator light comes on when- ever the fog light switch is on. B260G01A-AAT LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAUTION:
If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is run- ning, serious engine damage mayresult. The oil pressure warninglight comes on whenever there isinsufficient oil pressure. In normal operation, it should come on when the ignition switch is turned on,then go out when the engine isstarted. If the oil pressure warninglight stays on while the engine isrunning, there is a serious malfunc- tion. If this happens, stop the car assoon as it is safe to do so, turn offthe engine and check the oil level. Ifthe oil level is low, fill the engine oil to the proper level and start the engine again. If the light stays on with the engine running, turn theengine off immediately. In any in-stance where the oil light stays onwhen the engine is running, theengine should be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer before the car is driven again.
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PARKING BRAKE/ LOW BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL WARNING LIGHT
WARNING:
If you suspect brake trouble, have your brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. Drivingyour car with a problem in either thebrake electrical system or brakehydraulic system is dangerous, andcould result in a serious injury or death. Warning Light Operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning light should come on when theparking brake is applied and the igni-tion switch is turned to "ON" or"START". After the engine is started, the light should go out when the park- ing brake is released.If the parking brake is not applied, thewarning light should come on for about3 seconds when the ignition switch isturned to "ON", and then go out. If the light comes on at any other time, you should slow the vehicle and bring it toa complete stop in a safe location offthe roadway.The brake fluid level warning light indi-cates that the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder is low and hy- draulic brake fluid conforming to DOT3 or DOT 4 specifications should beadded. After adding fluid, if no othertrouble is found, the car should beimmediately and carefully driven to a Hyundai dealer for inspection. If fur- ther trouble is experienced, the vehicleshould not be driven at all but taken toa dealer by a professional towing ser-vice or some other safe method.
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5- 8 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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o Air Cleaner Filter A Genuine Hyundai air cleaner filter is recommended when the filter is re-placed. F060J01A-AAT
o Spark Plugs Make sure to install new spark plugs of the correct heat range. F070C02A-AAT
o Coolant The coolant should be changed at the intervals specified in the mainte-nance schedule. F070D01A-AAT
o Manual Transaxle Oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil ac- cording to the maintenance schedule. NOTE: If the oil level is low, check for possible leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill. F070E03A-AAT
o Automatic Transaxle Fluid and
Filter
The fluid level should be in the "HOT"range of the dipstick, after the engineand transaxle are at normal operatingtemperature. Check the automatic transaxle fluid level with the engine running and the transaxle in neutral,with the parking brake properly ap-
plied. Use DIAMOND ATF SP-III or
SK ATF SP-III when adding or chang-ing fluid. F070F01A-AAT
o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replace any deteriorated ordamaged parts immediately. F070G02A-AAT
o Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. The level should bebetween "MIN" and "MAX" marks onthe side of the reservoir. Use onlyhydraulic brake fluid conforming toDOT 3 or DOT 4. F070H01A-AAT
o Rear Brake Drums/Linings,
Parking Brake
Check the rear brake drums and lin-ings for scoring, burning, leaking fluid,broken parts, and excessive wear.Inspect the parking brake system in- cluding the parking brake lever and cables. For detailed service proce-dures, refer to the Shop Manual. F070J01A-AAT
o Brake Pads, Calipers and
Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for run out and wear, and cali- pers for fluid leakage. F070K01A-AAT
o Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-rioration, or damage. Start the engineand listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.

6- 6 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
G030A01A-AAT CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL Engine oil is essential to the perfor- mance and service of the engine. It is suggested that you check the oil level at least once a week in normal useand more often if you are on a trip or driving in severe conditions. G030B01A-GAT Recommended Oil
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SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel efficient oil is recommended. NOTE: SAE 5W-20 is not recommended for sustained high speed vehicle operation.G030C01A-AAT
To Check the Oil Level
Before checking the oil, warm up the
engine to the normal operating tem- perature and be sure your car is parked on level ground. Turn the en-gine off.
Wait a minute, then remove the dip-
stick, wipe it off, fully reinsert thedipstick and withdraw it again. Thennote the highest level the oil has reached on the dipstick. It should be between the upper ("FULL") and lower("LOW") range. HXG094J
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Adding Oil
If the oil level is close to or below the
"L" mark, add oil until it reaches the "F" mark. To add oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Add oil, then check the level again. Do not overfill.
3. Replace the cap by turning it clock- wise.
The distance between the "F" and "L"
marks is equal to about 1 liter of oil.
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6- 14 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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Recommended Fluid
Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP- III. Damage caused by a nonspecifiedfluid is not covered by your new ve- hicle limited warranty. G110C02L-GAT
Transaxle Fluid Capacity
The fluid capacity of the automatic transaxle is 7.8 liters (2.5 V6)/8.5 liters (3.0/3.5 V6).
WARNING:
The transaxle fluid level should bechecked when the engine is atnormal operating temperature. This means that the engine, radiator, exhaust system etc., are very hot.Exercise great care not to burn yourself during this procedure.
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To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
Park the car on level ground with the parking brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level is checked, thetransaxle fluid should be at normal operating temperature and the en- gine idling.
!G110A01A-AAT CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE FLUID (AUTOMATIC) Transaxle fluid in the automatic transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main- tenance schedule in Section 5.
1. Using a wrench of the correct size,
loosen the oil filler plug by turningit counterclockwise and remove itwith your fingers.
2. Use your finger or suitable tool to
feel inside the hole. The oil level should be at its bottom edge. If it is not, check for leaks before addingoil. To refill the transaxle or bring the oil level up, add oil slowly until it reaches the proper level. Do notoverfill.
3. Replace the plug, screw it in with
your fingers and then tighten se-curely with the wrench.