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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-5
6ZF060D1-A
o Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec-
tions
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections for leakage and damage. Replace any damagedor leaking parts immediately. 6ZF060E1-A o Timing beltInspect all parts related to the timing belt for damage and deformation. Replace any dam-aged parts immediately. 6ZF060G1-A
o Vapour hose and fuel filler cap The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should be inspected at those intervals specified in the main-tenance schedule. Make sure that a new vapourhose or fuel filler cap is correctly replaced. 6ZF060F1-A
o Vacuum, crankcase
ventilation hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rub-ber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-sive swelling indicate deterioration. Particularattention should be paid to examining those hosesurfaces nearest to high heat sources, such asthe exhaust manifold.Inspect the hose routing to assure that the hoses do not come in contact with any heat source,sharp edges or moving component which mightcause heat damage or mechanical wear. Inspectall hose connections, such as clamps and cou-plings, to make sure they are secure, and that noleaks are present. Hoses should be replacedimmediately if there is any evidence of deteriora-tion or damage. 6ZF060H1-A
o Air cleaner filterA Genuine Hyundai air cleaner filter is recom- mended when the filter is replaced. 6ZF060J1-A
o Spark plugs Make sure to install new spark plugs of the correct heat range.
6ZF060A1-A EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS 6ZF060M1-A
o Engine oil and filterThe engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.If the car is being driven in severe conditions,more frequent oil and filter changes are required. 6ZF060B2-A
o Drive belts Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace ifnecessary. Drive belts should be checked peri-odically for proper tension and adjusted as nec-essary. 6ZF060C1-A
o Fuel filterA clogged filter can limit the speed at which the vehicle may be driven, damage the emissionsystem and cause hard starting. If an excessiveamount of foreign matter accumulates in the fueltank, the filter may require replacement morefrequently.After installing a new filter, run the engine forseveral minutes, and check for leaks at theconnections.
F060N02E-EAT
o Valve Clearance Inspect excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. A qualifiedtechnician should perform the operation.
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5- 6
6ZF070D1-A
o Manual transaxle oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil according to the maintenance schedule. NOTE: If the oil level is low, check for possible leaksbefore adding oil. Do not overfill.
6ZF070H1-A
o Rear brake drums and linings/
parking brake
Check the rear brake drums and linings for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts, andexcessive wear. Inspect the parking brake sys-tem including the parking brake lever and cables.For detailed service procedures, refer to theShop Manual. 6ZF070J1-A
o Brake pads, calipers and rotorsCheck the pads for excessive wear, discs for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid leakage. 6ZF070K1-A
o Exhaust pipe and mufflerVisually 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. 6ZF070L1-A
o Suspension mounting bolts Check the suspension connections for loose- ness or damage. Retighten to the specified torque.
F070E03A-AAT
o Automatic transaxle fluid The fluid level should be in the "HOT" range of the dipstick, after engine and transaxle are at normaloperating temperature. Check the AutomaticTransaxle Fluid level with the engine running andthe transaxle in neutral, with the parking brakeproperly applied. Use DIAMOND ATF SP- III,
SK ATF SP- III when adding or changing fluid. 6ZF070M1-A
o Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive freeplay 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. 6ZF070N1-A
o Power steering pump, belt and hos-
es
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, exces-sive wear, oiliness and proper tension. Replaceor adjust it if necessary.
6ZF070F1-A o Brake hoses and linesVisually check for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replaceany deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. 6ZF070G2-A
o Brake fluidCheck 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 3 orDOT 4.
6ZF070B1-A
o Cooling systemCheck the cooling system part, such as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and connections forleakage and damage. Replace any damagedparts. 6ZF070C1-A
o Coolant The coolant should be changed at the intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-7
6ZF070Q1-A
o Air conditioning refrigerant Check the air conditioning lines and connections for leakage and damage. Check air conditioningperformance according to the relevant shopmanual if necessary.
6ZF070P1-A
o Driveshafts and bootsCheck the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace anydamaged parts and, if necessary, repack thegrease.
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OWNER MAINTENANCE 6-1
CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine, youshould handle tools and other heavy objectscarefully so that the plastic rocker cover ofthe engine is not damaged.
SG000A1-E
6. OWNER MAINTENANCE
6
G010A01GK-EAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (1.6 DOHC)
1. Clutch fluid reservoir (Not all models)
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake Booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Relay box
6. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(Not all models)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery HGK238-D
1
2
345
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
6-2
G010A01GK-EAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.0 DOHC CVVT) HGK059-D
CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine, youshould handle tools and other heavy objectscarefully so that the plastic rocker cover ofthe engine is not damaged.
1. Clutch fluid reservoir (Not all models)
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake Booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Relay box 6. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(Not all models)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery
1 23
45
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
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OWNER MAINTENANCE 6-3
G010B01GK-EAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.7 V6) HGK209-D
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Clutch fluid reservoir (Not all models)
3. Brake Booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter element 6. Relay box
7. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir cap
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap11. Engine oil filler cap
12. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(Not all medels)
13. Battery
1 23 45
7 8 9 10 11 126
13CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine, youshould handle tools and other heavy objectscarefully so that the plastic rocker cover ofthe engine is not damaged.
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
6-4
SG020B1-E DAILY OPERATING CHECKSThe following items should be checked on a daily basis or whenever the vehicle is refuelled, which-ever occurs sooner.
o Engine oil level.
o Engine coolant level.
o Power steering fluid level.
o Brake fluid level.
o Windscreen washer fluid level.
o Battery condition.
o Tyre condition and pressures.
o Operation and cleanliness of all lighting equip-
ment.
o Windscreen wiper and washer operation.
o Horn operation.
o Warning lamp operation.
o Adjustment and cleanliness of mirrors.
o Seat and seat belt adjustment and operation.
o Fluid leakage. The vehicle must not be driven if the daily oper- ating checks indicate that any item of equipmentrelated to the safety or roadworthiness of thevehicle is not functioning correctly. SG030A1-E ENGINE OILThe correct engine oil level is of paramount importance. An excessively high or low oil levelmay result in irreparable damage being sus-tained by the engine. The engine oil level must bechecked on a daily basis or whenever the vehicleis refuelled, whichever occurs sooner.In addition, it is imperative that only an approvedgrade and specification of oil is used to avoid thepossibility of serious engine damage and prema-ture wear. The use of "budget price" oil is a falseeconomy that must be avoided if the maximumreliability and useful life is to be obtained from thevehicle.
SG030B02GK-E Recommended Oil A multi grade oil having a specification which meets A.P.I. specification of SH, SG or above isrecommended. The oil viscosity should be se-lected according to the operating environment ofthe engine by means of the table shown below.The engine oil recommendations are complete inthemselves and the use of additives is neitherrequired nor recommended. The use of engineoil additives may result in invalidation of thevehicle warranty.
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
1.6 DOHC 2.7 L V6
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See the lubrication chart on the page 9-3. NOTE:
o The use of a 5W-20 multi grade oil is not
recommended for sustained high speeduse.
o When replacing or adding the oil, below SAE 10W-30 is recommended.Using a high viscosity oil of SAE 15W-40and over makes malfunction of CVVT en-gine when the engine is cool. SG030D1-E ENGINE OIL REPLENISHMENT If the indicated oil level is at or below the lower mark of the dipstick, oil should be added until thelevel is at or below the upper mark.To add oil to the engine, remove the filler cap byrotating in an counterclockwise direction andpour engine oil into the engine. Before checkingthe level again, allow several minutes for the oilto drain into the sump. Replace the oil filler caprotating it in a clockwise direction until tight.The quantity of oil required to raise the level from theminimum to maximum level is approximately 1 litre.
SG030C1-E Engine Oil Level The engine oil level should be checked with the engine at normal operating temperature and thevehicle parked upon level ground.Prior to checking the level, the vehicle should beallowed to stand for several minutes after theengine has been switched off to allow the oil todrain back to the sump.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag.Replace the dipstick fully and withdraw againwhen the oil level may be read from the stick.Normal oil level is indicated when the oil ispresent between the two marks on the stick. It isnot necessary to add oil if the level is above thelower mark and in any case, oil must not beadded to the degree that the level exceeds theupper mark. Replace the dipstick fully after check-ing the level.
HGK210HGK211
DOHC
DOHC V6
HGK259
2.0 L DOHC CVVT
V6