2003 Hyundai Elantra fuel

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FOREWORD FOREWORDFOREWORD FOREWORD
FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discriminating
people who drive Hyundai. The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each Hyundai we build
is something of which we're very proud.
Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new Hyundai. It is suggested
that you read it carefully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you
receive from your new car.
The manufacturer also recommends that all service and maintenance on your car be performed by an
authorized Hyundai dealer. Hyundai dealers are prepared to provide high-quality service, maintenance and
any other assistance that may be required.
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Note:Because future owners will also need the information included in this manual, if you sell this Hyundai,
please leave the manual in the vehicle for their use. Thank you.
CAUTION: Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and
lubricants that do not meet Hyundai specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and
lubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 9-3 in the Vehicle Specifications section of the
Owner's Manual and which also appear in the Service Station Information on the back cover of the
Owner's Manual.
Copyright 2003 Hyundai Motor Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in any retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission
of Hyundai Motor Company.

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CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAICAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
Your Hyundai should not be modified in any way. Such modifications may adversely
affect the performance, safety or durability of your Hyundai and may, in addition, violate
conditions of the limited warranties covering the vehicle. Certain modifications may also be
in violation of regulations established by the U.S. Department of Transportation and other
federal or state agencies.
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TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATIONTWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components. It
is possible for an improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio or cellular telephone to
adversely affect electronic systems. For this reason, we recommend that you carefully
follow the radio manufacturer's instructions or consult your Hyundai dealer for precaution-
ary measures or special instructions if you choose to install one of these devices.

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B020A01S-AATBREAKING IN YOUR NEW HYUNDAI
During the First 1,200 Miles (2,000 Km)
No formal "break-in" procedure is required with
your new Hyundai. However, you can contrib-
ute to the economical operation and durability
of your Hyundai by observing the following
recommendations during the first 1,200 miles
(2,000 km).
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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use Unleaded GasolineCAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
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Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzleDo not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling. shut off when refueling.shut off when refueling. shut off when refueling.
shut off when refueling.
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The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3 The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3 The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3
The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3
clicks, otherwise " " light may illu- clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-clicks, otherwise " " light may illu- clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-
clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-
minate. minate.minate. minate.
minate.
Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Rating
of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
must be used in your Hyundai.
If leaded gasoline is used, it will cause the
catalytic converter to become ineffective and
the emission control system to malfunction.
This can also result in increased maintenance
expense.
To avoid accidental use of leaded fuel, the
larger nozzle used with leaded gasoline at
service stations cannot be inserted into the fuel
tank opening of your Hyundai.
B010B01A-AATWhat About Gasohol?Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline
and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be used
in your Hyundai. However, if your engine devel-
ops driveability problems, the use of 100%
unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with
unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols
other than ethanol, should not be used.
B010C01A-AATUse of MTBE
Hyundai recommends that fuels containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) should not
be used in your Hyundai.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle
performance and produce vapor lock or hard
starting.
B010D01A-AATDo Not Use Methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol)
should not be used in your Hyundai. This type
of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and
damage components of the fuel system.
CAUTION:Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty may not cover damage to the fuel
system and any performance problems that
are caused by the use of fuels containing
methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight.).
B010F01A-AATOperation in Foreign Countries
If you are going to drive your Hyundai in another
country, be sure to:
o Observe all regulations regarding registra-
tion and insurance.
o Determine that acceptable fuel is available.
B010E01A-AATGasolines for Cleaner AirTo help contribute to cleaner air, Hyundai
recommends that you use gasolines treated
with detergent additives, which help prevent
deposit formation in the engine. These gasolines
will help the engine run cleaner and enhance
performance of the Emission Control System.
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B260A02E-AATINSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR (WITHOUT TRIP COMPUTER)
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12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
21 20 22
1. Temperature Gauge
2. Door Ajar Warning Light
3. Trunk Lid (4 door)/Tail Gate (5 door) Open
Warning Light
4. Turn Signal Indicator Light
5. Tachometer
6. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator
Light (Auto T/A only) 7. Front Fog Indicator Light (If installed)
8. High Beam Indicator Light
9. Speedometer
10. Cruise Indicator Light (If installed)
11. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
12. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
13. Seat Belt Warning Light
14. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light9
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15. Charging System Warning Light
16. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warn-
ing Light
17. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
18. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
19. Trip Odometer/Odometer
20. Trip Odometer Reset Knob
21. Low Fuel Warning Light
22. Fuel Gauge

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B260B02E-AATINSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR (WITH TRIP COMPUTER)
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1. Temperature Gauge
2. Turn Signal Indicator Light
3. Tachometer
4. High Beam Indicator Light
5. Speedometer
6. Fuel Gauge
7. Front Fog Indicator Light (If installed)
8. Door Ajar Warning Light 9. Trunk Lid (4 door)/Tail Gate (5 door) Open
Warning Light
10. Parking Brake/Low Brake Fluid Level Warn-
ing Light
11. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
12. Charging System Warning Light
13. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
14. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light15. Cruise Indicator Light (If installed)
16. Seat Belt Warning Light
17. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
18. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
19. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
(Auto T/A only)
20. Trip Computer
21. Trip Computer Reset Switch
22. Low Fuel Warning Light
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Parking Brake/ Parking Brake/Parking Brake/ Parking Brake/
Parking Brake/
Low Brake Fluid Level Low Brake Fluid LevelLow Brake Fluid Level Low Brake Fluid Level
Low Brake Fluid Level
Level Warning Light Level Warning LightLevel Warning Light Level Warning Light
Level Warning Light
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
If you suspect brake trouble, have your If you suspect brake trouble, have yourIf you suspect brake trouble, have your If you suspect brake trouble, have your
If you suspect brake trouble, have your
brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer asbrakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as
brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as
soon as possible. Driving your car with a soon as possible. Driving your car with asoon as possible. Driving your car with a soon as possible. Driving your car with a
soon as possible. Driving your car with a
problem in either the brake electrical sys- problem in either the brake electrical sys-problem in either the brake electrical sys- problem in either the brake electrical sys-
problem in either the brake electrical sys-
tem or brake hydraulic system is danger- tem or brake hydraulic system is danger-tem or brake hydraulic system is danger- tem or brake hydraulic system is danger-
tem or brake hydraulic system is danger-
ous, and could result in a serious injury or ous, and could result in a serious injury orous, and could result in a serious injury or ous, and could result in a serious injury or
ous, and could result in a serious injury or
death. death.death. death.
death.
Warning Light Operation Warning Light OperationWarning Light Operation Warning Light Operation
Warning Light OperationThe parking brake/brake fluid level warning
light should come on when the parking brake is
applied and the ignition switch is turned to "ON"
or "START". After the engine is started, the light
should go out when the parking brake is re-
leased.
If the parking brake is not applied, the warning
light should come on when the ignition switch is
turned to "ON" or "START", then go out when
the engine starts. If the light comes on at any
other time, you should slow the vehicle and
bring it to a complete stop in a safe location off
the roadway.
The brake fluid level warning light indicates that
the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder
is low and hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications should be
added. After adding fluid, if no other trouble isfound, the car should be immediately and care-
fully driven to a Hyundai dealer for inspection.
If further trouble is experienced, the vehicle
should not be driven at all but taken to a dealer
by a professional towing service or some other
safe method.
Your Hyundai is equipped with dual-diagonal
braking systems. This means you still have
braking on two wheels even if one of the dual
systems should fail. With only one of the dual
systems working, more than normal pedal travel
and greater pedal pressure are required to stop
the car. Also, the car will not stop in as short a
distance with only half of the brake system
working. If the brakes fail while you are driving,
shift to a lower gear for additional engine brak-
ing and stop the car as soon as it is safe to do
so.
B260J01A-AATCharging System Warning Charging System WarningCharging System Warning Charging System Warning
Charging System Warning
Light LightLight Light
Light
The charging system warning light should come
on when the ignition is turned on, then go out
when the engine is running. If the light stays on
while the engine is running, there is a malfunc-
tion in the electrical charging system. If the light
comes on while you are driving, stop, turn off
the engine and check under the hood. First,
make certain the generator drive belt is in
place. If it is, check the tension of the belt.
Do this as shown on page 6-13 by pushing
down on the center of the belt. And then, have
the system checked by your Hyundai dealer.
B260M01A-AATLow Fuel Level Warning Light Low Fuel Level Warning LightLow Fuel Level Warning Light Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on when
the fuel tank is approaching empty. When it
comes on, you should add fuel as soon as
possible. Driving with the fuel level warning
light on or with the fuel level below "E" can
cause the engine to misfire and damage the
catalytic converter.
B260L01Y-AATDoor Ajar Warning Light
and Chime
The door ajar warning light warns you that a
door is not completely closed and the chime
warns you that driver's side front door is not
completely closed.
NOTE:To remind you not to lock the key inside the
car, the warning light comes on whenever
the key is in the "LOCK" position and a door
is open. The warning chime only sounds
whenever the key is in the "LOCK" position
and the driver's side front door is open. The
chime sounds and the light remains on until
the key is removed from the ignition.
B260K01E-GATTrunk Lid (4 door)/Tail Gate
(5 door) Open Warning Light
This light remains on unless the trunk lid/tail
gate is completely closed.

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B260N01A-AATMalfunction Indicator Light
This light illuminates when there is a malfunc-
tion of an exhaust gas related component, and
the system is not functioning properly so that
the exhaust gas regulation values are not sat-
isfied. This light will also illuminate when the
ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, and
will go out in a few seconds. If it illuminates
while driving, or does not illuminate when the
ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, take
your car to your nearest authorized Hyundai
dealer and have the system checked.
B270A01A-AATBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUNDBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND
BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUNDThe front disc brake pads have wear indicators
that should make a high-pitched squealing or
scraping noise when new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all the
time when the vehicle is moving. It may also be
heard when the brake pedal is pushed down
firmly. Expensive rotor damage will result if the
worn pads are not replaced. See your Hyundai
dealer immediately.
B260Q01E-GATCruise Indicator (If Installed)
The cruise indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated when the cruise control
main switch on the end of the barrel is pushed.
The indicator light does not illuminate when the
cruise control main switch is pushed a second
time.
Information on the use of cruise control may be
found on page 1-52.
B260A01B-GATFront Fog Indicator Light
(If Installed)
Front fog indicator light comes on whenever the
fog light switch is on.
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Without Trip Computer
With Trip Computer
CRUISE
B280A01A-AATFUEL GAUGE
The needle on the gauge indicates the approxi-
mate fuel level in the fuel tank. The fuel capacity
is given in Section 9.
B260C02E-GATTraction Control Indicator
Light (If Installed)
The traction control indicator changes opera-
tion according to the ignition switch position
and whether or not the system is in operation.
It will also illuminate when the ignition key is
turned to the "ON" position, and then go off in a
few seconds. If the TCS indicator stays on,
take your car to your authorized Hyundai dealer
and have the system checked. See section 2
for more information about the TCS system.

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ODOMETER
The odometer records the total driving distance
in miles or kilometers, and is useful for keeping
a record for maintenance intervals.
NOTE:Federal law forbids alteration of the odom-
eter of any vehicle with the intent to change
the number of the odometer.
The alteration of the odometer may void
your warranty coverage.
HXDOM230
With Trip Computer
Odometer
To shift from TRIP A to TRIP B, press the reset
switch. When pressed for 1 second, it will reset
to 0.
The trip computer is a microcomputer-con-
trolled driver information gauge that displays
information related to driving, such as a
tripmeter, average fuel consumption and dis-
tance to empty on the LCD.
RESET SWITCHo The reset switch is used to zero the multi-
functional display mode.
o Pushing in the reset switch under the right
side of the speedometer changes the dis-
play as follows;
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TRIP COMPUTER (If Installed)
Reset switchTRIPMETER
AVERAGE FUEL
CONSUMPTION
DISTANCE TO EMPTY
o This mode provides the total distance trav-
elled since the last tripmeter reset. Total
distance is also reset to zero if the battery
is disconnected.
o Pressing the reset switch for more than 1
second, when the tripmeter is being dis-
played, clears the tripmeter to zero.
o The meter's working range is from 0 to
999.9 miles.
HXDOM102
Tripmeter
Odometer 1. TRIPMETER