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1FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
2FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
B010A04A
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B010A02A-AAT
Use Unleaded Gasoline
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 ex-
pense.
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-AAT
What 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% un-
leaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with
unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols
other than ethanol, should not be used.
B010C01A-AAT
Use 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. (Oxygen
Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle per-
formance and produce vapor lock or hard start-
ing.
B010D01A-AAT
Do 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:o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o The fuel cap must be tightened at least
3 clicks, otherwise " " light may ill-
uminate.
CAUTION:Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited Warran-
ty 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. (Oxygen Content 2.7%
weight.)
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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2
o Remember, your Hyundai does not require
extended warm-up. As soon as the engine
is running smoothly, you can drive away. In
very cold weather, however, give your en-
gine a slightly longer warm-up period.
o Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lug-
ging is driving too slowly in too high a gear
resulting in the engine bucking. If this hap-
pens, shift to a lower gear. Over-revving is
racing the engine beyond its safe limit. This
can be avoided by shifting at the recom-
mended speeds.
o Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air
conditioning system is operated by engine
power so your fuel economy is reduced
when you use it.
WINTER DRIVINGSMOOTH CORNERING
C160A01A-AAT
The more severe weather conditions of winter
result in greater wear and other problems. To
minimize the problems of winter driving, you
should follow these suggestions:
C160B01A-AATSnowy or Icy Conditions
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be
necessary to use snow tires or to install tire
chains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, it
is necessary to select tires equivalent in size
and type to the original equipment tires. Failure
to do so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your car. Furthermore, speeding,
rapid acceleration, sudden brake applications,
and sharp turns are potentially very hazardous
practices.
During deceleration, use engine braking to the
fullest extent. Sudden brake applications on
snowy or icy roads may cause skids to occur.
You need to keep sufficient distance between
the vehicle in operation in front and your vehicle.
Also, apply the brake gently. It should be noted
that installing tire chains on the tire will provide
a greater driving force, but will not prevent side
skids.
NOTE:Tire chains are not legal in all states. Check
state laws before fitting tire chains.
C150A01A-AAT
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners,
especially when roads are wet. Ideally, cor-
ners should always be taken under gentle
acceleration. If you follow these suggestions,
tire wear will be held to a minimum.
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7EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
3CATALYTIC CONVERTER
!!
H020A01A-AAT
All Hyundai vehicles are equipped with a mono-
lith type three-way catalytic converter to
reduce the carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons
and nitrogen oxides contained in the exhaust
gas. Exhaust gases passing through the cata-
lytic converter cause it to operate at a very
high temperature. The introduction of large
amounts of unburned gasoline into the ex-
haust may cause the catalytic converter to
overheat and create a fire hazard. This risk
may be reduced by observing the following:
WARNING:o Remember that your Hyundai dealer is
your best source of assistance.
o Do not stop your Hyundai over any com-
bustible material such as grass, paper,
leaves or rags. These materials might
contact the hot catalytic converter and a
fire might result.
HLC5022Catalytic ConverterWARNING:
o Use unleaded fuel only.
o Maintain the engine in good operating
condition. Extremely high catalytic con-
verter temperatures can result from im-
proper operation of the electrical, igni-
tion or multiport electronic fuel injec-
tion.
o If your engine stalls, pings, knocks, or
is hard to start, have your Hyundai
dealer inspect and repair the problem
as soon as possible.
o Avoid driving with a very low fuel level.
Running out of gasoline may cause the
engine to misfire and result in damage to
the catalytic converter.
o Avoid idling the engine for periods longer
than 10 minutes.
o The vehicle should not be pushed or
pulled to get started. This may cause the
catalytic converter to overheat and create
a fire hazard.
o Do not touch the catalytic converter or
any other part of the exhaust system
while the catalytic converter is hot. Shut
off the engine, wait for at least one hour
before touching the catalytic converter or
any other part of the exhaust system.
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9VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2
Tire Size
P175/70 R13
P185/60 R14
T105/70 D(R)14 in. (mm)
Liter
45Automatic Transaxle
Manual Transaxle
MF12V, 55AH
13.5V 90A
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Ventilated disc
Drum
Cable operated on rear wheel
Standard
Option
Spare
US. gal
11.9 Fuel tank
capacityImp.gal
9.9Battery
Alternator
Starter0.9 KW
0.7 KW
Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
Inflation Pressure
30PSI (207 kPa)
60PSI (414 kPa)
J010A01A-AAT
MEASUREMENT
J020A01A-AATPOWER STEERING
J060A01A-AATFUEL SYSTEM
J040A01A-AATELECTRICAL
J050A01A-AAT
BRAKE
J030A03A-AAT
TIRE
4 DOOR
167.7 (4260)
66.1 (1680)
54.9 (1395)
96.1 (2440)
56.5 (1435)
56.1 (1425) Item
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height (unladen)
Wheel base
Wheel tread
Front
Rear
3 DOOR
165.9 (4215)
Type
Wheel free play
Rack stroke
Oil pump typeRack and pinion
0 ~ 1.18 in (0 ~ 30 mm)
5.3 in. (134 mm)
Vane type
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9VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
3ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
1.6 MPI
4-Cylinder in-line DOHC
76.5 x 87
1,599
800 ± 100
BKR5ES-11
RC10YC4
0.039 to 0.043 in. (1.0 to 1.1 mm)
Auto lash
Auto lash
BTDC 10° ± 5°
1 - 3 - 4 - 2
SH, SG or SG/CD and ABOVE multigrade and fuel-efficient oil
J070A04A-AAT
ITEMS
Engine Type
Bore x Stroke
Displacement (cc)
Idle Speed (RPM)
Spark plug
Spark plug gap
Valve Clearance
(warm engine)
Ignition timing (Base)
Firing order
Oil grade (API)
NGK
CHAMPION
Intake valve
Exhaust valve