
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 9-1
J030A01GK-GAT TIRE
1.6L
MF 60AH 90A
Dual hydraulic with brake booster Ventilated discSolid discCable
9. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
J010A01GK-GAT MEASUREMENT
J060A01F-AAT FUEL SYSTEM
Type Wheel free playRack strokeOil pump type Rack and pinion0 ~ 30 mm (0 ~ 1.18 in.)132 mm (5.20 in.)Vane type
195/65 R15 205/55 R16, 215/45 R17
StandardOption
Overall length Overall widthOverall height (unladen)Wheel base
Front Rear
4395(173)
1760(69.3) 1330(52.4)2530(99.6)1490(58.7)1490(58.7)
Wheel tread mm (in.)
J020A01GK-GAT POWER STEERING
Fuel tank capacity Liter
55 US.gal
14.5 Imp.gal
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J040A02GK-GAT ELECTRICAL
Item BatteryAlternator
J050A01GK-GAT BRAKE Type Front brake typeRear brake typeParking brake
J035A01GK-GAT SPARE TIRE
T125/70 R16 (Temporary)
Standard
2.0L
MF 68AH 90A2.7L
MF 68AH 95A
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INDEX10-3
R Rear Seats
Before Folding the Rear Seats ..................................................... 1-10
Fold down ..................................................................................... 1-10
Rear seat entry ............................................................................. 1-10
Rear Seat Pos itions ....................................................................... 1-9
Rear Window Defroster Switch ......................................................... 1-36
Rear Window Wiper and Switch .. ..................................................... 1-35
SSeat Belts 3-Point type .................................................................................. 1-13
Adjustable height .......................................................................... 1-13
Adjusting your seat belt ................................................................ 1-13
Care of seat belts ......................................................................... 1-12
Precautions ................................................................................... 1-11
Pre-tentioner Seat Belt ................................................................. 1-18
Spark Plugs ........................................................................................ 6-8
Spectacle Case ................................................................................. 1-40
Speedometer ..................................................................................... 1-30
Starting Procedures ............................................................................ 2-3Steering Wheel Free play ...................................................................................... 6-15
Tilt lever ........................................................................................ 1-47
Stereo Radio Operation (H250, H260) ....................................1-65, 1-72
Stereo Sound System ............................................................ 1-63 ~ 1-64Sun Visor .......................................................................................... 1-46
Sunroof .............................................................................................. 1-38
TTachometer ....................................................................................... 1-30
Tail Gate ........................................................................................... 1-45
TCS (Traction control system) .......................................................... 2-10
Theft Alarm System ............................................................................ 1-5
JJump Starting
...................................................................................... 3-1
K
Keys .................................................................................................. 1-2 If you lose your keys .................................................................... 3-10
Positions ......................................................................................... 2-2
L
Light Bulb Replacement .................................................................... 6-20
Lubrication Chart ................................................................................. 9-3
Luggage Net ...................................................................................... 1-47
M Maintenance Intervals Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ....................... 5-5 ~ 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................................. 5-4
Scheduled maintenance ................................................................. 5-2
Service requirements ...................................................................... 5-1
Map Light .......................................................................................... 1-40
Mirros Day-night inside rearview ............................................................. 1-42
Outside rearview folding ............................................................... 1-42
Outsde rearview heating .............................................................. 1-41
Multi gauge ........................................................................................ 1-32
OOdometer .......................................................................................... 1-30
PParking Brake ................................................................................... 1-43
Power Steering Fluid Level ............................................................... 6-19

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B250A01GK-EAT INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
1. Passenger's side Drink Holder
2. Passenger's Side Air Bag (Not all models)
3. Multi Guage (Not all models)
4. Front Fog Light Switch (Not all models)
5. Rear fog Light Switch
6. Hazard Warning Switch
7. Digital Clock
8. Front Seat warmer (Not all models)
9. Windscreen Wiper/Washer Switch
10. Steering Wheel Tilt Lever (Not all models)
11. Multi-Function Light
12. Panel Brightness Control Knob(Rheostat Switch) (Not all models)
13. Traction Control System (Not all models)
14. HeadLight Leveling Device
15. Centre Console
16. Glove Box
17. Parking Brake Lever
18. Shift Lever
19. Cigarette Lighter
20. Ashtray
21. Heating and Cooling Controls
22. Horn and Driver Side Airbag
23. Cruise Control Switch (Not all models)
24. Fuse Box Relay
25. Boot Release Lever
CAUTION:When installing a container of liquid air freshener inside the vehicle, do not place it near the instrument cluster nor on the instrument panel surface.
If there is any leakage from the air freshener onto these areas (Instrument cluster, instrument panel or air ventilator), it may damage these parts.If the liquid from the air freshener does leak onto these areas, wash them with water immediately. HGK001A-D
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23
4 5
69 10 11
1213
15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
714
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234 5 67 8
910 1112 13 14
151617 18 1920 21
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B260A01GK-EAT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
1. Speedometer
2. Turn Signal Indicator Light
3. Odometer/Trip Odometer
4. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light (Not all models)
5. Coolant Temperature Gauge
6. Trip Computer
7. Fuel Gauge
8. Tachometer 9. Traction Control Indicator Light
(Not all models)
10. Door Ajar Warning Light
11. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Knob
12. Charging System Warning Light
13. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
14. Seat Belt Warning Light
15. High Beam Indicator Light
16. Oil Pressure Warning Light 17. Malfuction Indicator Light (Not all models)
18. Low Fuel Warning Light
19. Parking Brake/Brake Fluide Level Warning
Light
20. Trip Computer Reset Knob
21. Cruise Indicator (Not all models)
22. Hatchback door Open Warning Light
23. Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light (Not all models)

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SB210K1-E
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP
CAUTION: If the oil pressure lamp illuminates when the engine is running, an insufficient oil pressurelevel for continued safe operation of the en-gine exists. Continued operation of the en-gine in this condition may result in seriousengine damage. Under normal circumstances, the lamp will illu- minate when the ignition is turned "on" and will beextinguished when the engine is started.If the oil pressure warning lamp illuminates whilstthe engine is running, stop the engine immedi-ately and check the engine oil level. If the level isinsufficient, add the required amount of oil asindicated by the engine oil dipstick. If the lampfails to extinguish when the engine is restarted,do not continue to operate the vehicle.If the oil pressure lamp illuminates during normaloperation and the cause is not an insufficient oillevel, or the lamp fails to illuminate when theignition is turned "on", contact the nearest Hyundaidealer before further operating the vehicle.
SB210G1-E TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMPS
Operation of a turn signal is indicated by the warning lamp located in the instrument cluster. Ifthe lamp fails to illuminate or does not flash, amalfunction within the turn signal system is indi-cated.
SB210J1-E HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP
The high beam indicator lamp will illuminate whenever the headlamps are switched to highbeam of flash position.
260P02Y-EAT
ABS SERVICE REMINDER IN- DICATOR (Not all models)
When the key is turned to the "ON" position, the Anti-Lock Brake System SRI will come on andthen go off in a few seconds. If the ABS SRIremains on, comes on while driving, or does notcome on when the key is turned to the "ON"position, this indicates that there may be a prob-lem with the ABS.If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by yourHyundai dealer as soon as possible. The normalbraking system will still be operational, but with-out the assistance of the anti-lock brake system. WARNING:If the both ABS SRI and Parking Brake/Brakefluid level warning lights remain "ON" orcome on while driving, there may be a prob-lem with E.B.D (Electronic brake force distri-bution).If this occurs, avoid sudden stops and haveyour vehicle checked by your Hyundai dealeras soon as possible.
B260B01GK-GAT
SRS (AIRBAG) SERVICE REMINDER INDICATOR (SRI)
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes on and flashes for about 6 seconds after theignition key is turned to the "ON" position or afterthe engine is started, after which it will go out. This light also comes on when the SRS is not working properly. If the SRI does not come on orilluminates continuously when the ignition key isturned to "ON", or continuously remains on afterflashing for about 6 seconds when you turned theignition key to the "ON" position or started theengine, or if it comes on while driving, have theSRS inspected by an authorized Hyundai Dealer.

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DOOR AJAR WARNING LAMP
The door ajar warning lamp indicates that a door is not correctly closed. Ensure that the lamp isextinguished prior to driving the vehicle.
SB210P1-E
LOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING LAMP
The low fuel warning lamp serves to warn the driver that the remaining fuel quantity is approxi-mately 9 litres and that the vehicle should berefuelled. If the vehicle is driven for an extendedperiod with the low fuel warning lamp illuminatedthere exists a possibility that misfiring due to fuel
becoming defective, approximately fifty per centof the normal braking performance will be avail-able.If failure of one of the circuits occurs, the requiredamount of pedal effort, pedal travel and stoppingdistance will be increased. Use of the gearbox isrecommended to assist in bringing the vehicle torest. The vehicle must not be driven once brakefailure has occurred until the system has beenrepaired and is functioning normally.The braking system employs a vacuum servo inorder that the pedal efforts are reduced. Powerfor the servo is derived from the engine andtherefore, in the event of the engine stopping orthe vehicle being towed, pedal efforts will besubstantially increased. SB210M1-E
CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING LAMP
The charging system warning lamp should illumi- nate when the ignition switch is turned to the"ON" position and should be extinguished whenthe engine is started. If the lamp fails to illuminatewhen the ignition is turned "ON" or fails to extin-guish after starting the engine, the nearestHyundai dealer should be contacted. If the lampilluminates whilst the vehicle is being driven, stopthe vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so andcheck the condition of the generator drive belt. Ifthe belt is in place and the tension is satisfactory,the advice of a Hyundai dealer should be sought.
B260H01GK-EAT PARKING BRAKE/BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING LAMP
CAUTION: In the event of problems being suspected with the braking system, the advice of thenearest Hyundai dealer must be sought be-fore the vehicle is driven. Driving the vehiclewith either an electrical or hydraulic brakingsystem defect may be dangerous, resultingin accident or personal injury. Warning lamp operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning lamp will be illuminated whenever the ignition switch isturned to the "ON" or "START" position when theparking brake is applied and must be extin-guished in a three seconds after the enginestarts.If the warning lamp fails to extinguish or illumi-nates at any other time, the vehicle must bebrought to rest in a safe location and the level ofbrake fluid in the reservoir checked. If the fluidlevel is incorrect, fluid conforming to DOT 3 orDOT 4 specifications should be added. If, aftercorrecting the brake fluid level, the warning lampcontinues to be illuminated, the advice of thenearest Hyundai dealer must be sought beforethe vehicle is driven again.The Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a diago-nally split dual braking system which will ensurethat in the event of one of the brake circuits SB210N2-E
HATCHBACK DOOR OPEN WARNING LAMP
The hatchback door warning lamp indicates when the hatchback door is open or is not fully closed.Ensure that the lamp has extinguished prior todriving the vehicle.CAUTION: If the drive belt (generator belt) is loose,broken, or missing while the vehicle is driv-ing, there may be a serious malfunction, en-gine could overheat because this belt alsodrives the water pump.

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SB380A1-E PARKING BRAKE The parking brake must always be set when the vehicle is to be left unattended. When the parking brake is applied, and the ignition key is at the "ON" position, the parking brake warning lampwill be illuminated. Before driving the vehicle, theparking brake must be fully released and thewarning lamp extinguished.
o To set the parking brake, apply the foot brake
and pull the parking brake lever up with the button depressed. Release the button whenthe brake is fully applied.
o To release the parking brake, apply the foot brake and pull up the parking brake leverslightly. Depress the button and lower thelever.
SB370A1-E INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR The interior mirror is of the day/night type to enable the glare of headlamps from followingvehicles to be eliminated during night time driv-ing.The tab located at the bottom of the mirror shouldbe set to the position nearest the windscreen fornormal day time driving, and flipped towards therear of the vehicle to eliminate glare during nighttime driving. To adjust the field of vision, themirror may be moved by hand upon the mount-ing. NOTE: The mirror should always be adjusted prior tosetting the vehicle in motion.
B520A01GK
B520B01O-GAT DAY/NIGHT REAR VIEW MIRROR (Electric type) (Not all models) The electric type day/night inside rearview mirror automatically controls the glare of headlights ofthe car behind you. Adjust the rearview mirror tothe desired position.
B520B01GK
Sensor
HGK178

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are no flat tires, puddles of oil or water or other indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and head re- straint to be sure they are in their properpositions.
6. Close all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON' check that all appropriate warning lights are operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10.Check the operation of warning lights and all bulbs when key is in the "ON" position. o To start the engine, insert the ignition key
and turn it to the "START" position. Releaseit as soon as the engine starts. Do not holdthe key in the "START" position for more that15 seconds.
NOTE: For safety, the engine will not start if the shift lever is not in "P" or "N" Position (AutoT/A).
SC040A1-F
COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING LOCK To Start the Engine
o If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual
transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle, place the shift lever in "P" (park). SC050A2-E
KEY POSITIONS WARNING:
The engine must never be turned off and the key removed from the ignition key cylinderwhilst the vehicle is in motion since thesteering lock will operate and control of thevehicle will be lost. "START"
The engine is started in this position. It willcrank until you release the key. NOTE: Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds.
"ON" When the key is at the "ON" position, the ignition and all accessories are available for use. If theengine is not running, the key should not be leftat this position since the battery will becomedischarged and damage to the ignition systemmay also result. For information regarding en-gine starting, refer to "STARTING THE EN-GINE". "ACC" When the ignition key is at the "ACC" position, the radio and other accessories may be used. "LOCK" The ignition key may only be inserted or removed at this position.
C040A01E
LOCK
ACC
ON
START