2003 Hyundai Coupe steering

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM COOLANTMANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUIDBRAKE HOSES AND LINES BRAKE FLUID REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKE BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLERSUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTS STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSESDRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT AIR CONDITIONER FILTER (FOR BLOWER UNIT)
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R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
120
96
I I I I II I I I I I I I I
105
84
I I I I I I I I I I I I
90 72
I I
R
I II I I I I I I I I
75 60
I I I I I I I I I I I I
60 48
I I I I II I I I I I I I I
45 36
I I I I I I I I I I I I
30 24
I I I I II I I I I I I I I
15 12
I I I I I I I I I I I I
KILOMETERS X 1000 MONTHS
NO. DESCRIPTION
1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 1213 14 15
See Note (1)
Note : (1) FOR EVERY 24 MONTHS OR 45,000 KM, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST : "R" (2) FOR EVERY 12 MONTHS OR 20,000 KM, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST : "R"
European Community Only Except European Community
See Note (2)

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5- 4 European Community Only Except European Community
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTER SPARK PLUGSTIMING BELTBRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORSREAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS/PADS, PARKING BRAKESTEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE& BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINTDRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTSMANUAL TRANSAXLE OILAUTOMATICTRANSAXLE FLUIDAIR CONDITIONER FILTER (FOR BLOWER UNIT)
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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
DRIVING
CONDITIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALS
R R RR
II II
RRR
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE ITEM
EVERY 7,500 KM OR 6 MONTHS EVERY 5,000 KM OR 6 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLYMORE FREQUENTLYEVERY 60,000 KM OR 48 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLYMORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLYEVERY 15,000 KM OR 12 MONTHS EVERY 100,000 KMEVERY 45,000 KMEVERY 40,000 KMMORE FREQUENTLYA, B, C, F, H C, E B, HD, E, F, GC, D, G, HC, D, G, H C, D, E, FC, D, E, F, G A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J A, C, E, F, G, H, IC, E
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 32°C (90°F)
G - Driving in mountainous areas
H - Towing a trailer
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use car or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h1.6 DOHC/2.7 V6 2.0 DOHC CVVT

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5- 6 F070D01A-AAT
o Manual Transaxle Oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil according to
the maintenance schedule. NOTE: If the oil level is low, check for possible
leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill.
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o Automatic Transaxle Fluid
The fluid level should be in the "HOT" range of
the dipstick, after the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. Check theautomatic transaxle fluid level with the enginerunning and the transaxle in neutral, with theparking brake properly applied. Use DIAMONDATF SP- III or SK ATF SP- III when adding or
changing fluid.
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o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing,
cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replaceany deteriorated or damaged parts immediate-ly. F070G02A-AAT
o Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reser-
voir. The level should be between "MIN" and"MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. Useonly hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3or DOT 4.
F070H01A-AAT
o Rear Brake Drums/Linings,
Parking Brake
Check the rear brake drums and linings for
scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts,and excessive wear. Inspect the parking brakesystem including the parking brake lever andcables. For detailed service procedures, refer to the Shop Manual.
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o Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid leakage. F070K01A-AAT
o Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration, or damage.Start the engine and listen carefully for anyexhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections orreplace parts as necessary. F070L01A-AAT o Suspension Mounting Bolts Check the suspension connections for loose- ness or damage. Retighten to the specifiedtorque. F070M01A-AAT
o Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/
Lower arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel.Check the linkage for bends or damage. Checkthe dust boots and ball joints for deterioration,cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged parts. F070N01A-AAT
o Power Steering Pump, Belt and
Hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage. Replace any damaged orleaking parts immediately. Inspect the powersteering belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, ex-cessive wear, oiliness and proper tension. Re-place or adjust it if necessary. F070P01A-AAT
o Driveshafts and Boots Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace anydamaged parts and, if necessary, repack thegrease.
F070C01A-AAT
o Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance sched-ule.

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-1
6. DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE G010A01GK-GAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (1.6 DOHC)
CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine,
you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic rockercover of the engine is not damaged.
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1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed)
5. Relay box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery HGK238
1
23 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6-2 G010A01GK-AAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.0 DOHC CVVT)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed)
5. Relay box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery
1
HGK059
2
6 34
5
78 9 1 0 11 1213 CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavyobjects carefully so that the plastic rockercover of the engine is not damaged.

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-3
G010B01GK-GAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.7 V6)1
HGK209
2
6 3
4
5
78 9 10 11 12
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air filter element 5. Relay box
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Radiator cap
10. Engine oil filler cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Battery CAUTION:When inspecting or servicing the engine,
you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic rockercover of the engine is not damaged.

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6-4 G020A01A-AAT
GENERAL CHECKS Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine Coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition
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Vehicle Exterior The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare tire) G020C01A-AAT
Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heating system operation (and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, including clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including "Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation
If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrect-ly, inspect it carefully and seek assistance fromyour Hyundai dealer if service is needed. G030A01A-AAT
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
Engine oil is essential to the performance andservice of the engine. It is suggested that youcheck the oil level at least once a week innormal use and more often if you are on a tripor driving in severe conditions. G030B02GK-GAT
Recommended Oil SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel efficient oil is recommended.
SSA6030B°C °F -25-13 20W-40 20W-50
15W-40 15W-50
10W-30
10W-40 10W-50
5W-40
5W-30
5W-2040
104
20 68
1050
032
-15 5 -10-14
1.6L (DOHC), 2.7 L (V6)

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-15
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CHECKING STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY
To check the steering wheel freeplay, stop the
car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and gently move the steering wheel back and forth.Use very light finger pressure and be sensitiveto changes in resistance that mark the limits ofthe freeplay. If the freeplay is greater thanspecified, have it inspected by your Hyundaidealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary.
HGK218
30 mm (1.18in.)
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Replacement of air conditioner filter (If installed)
HGK250
HGK251
HGK253
HGK254
1. Remove the mounting screws on the down-
side of the glove box.
2. Open the glove box and remove the mount- ing screws on the upside of the glove box. 3. Remove the filter cover.
4. Replace the air filter with a new one.
5. Installation is the reverse order of disassem-
bly.
CAUTION: Be sure to install the air filter in the directionof the arrow sign. Otherwise, it may causenoise or deterioration.