DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-9
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SPARK PLUGS
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V6
Your engine was originally equipped with plati- num-tipped spark plugs. (For 2.7L only). Platinum-tipped spark plugs will last longer than conventional type spark plugs and can be iden-tified by blue lines on the ceramic shell. NOTE: Do not clean or regap platinum-tipped spark plugs. G060B01GK-GAT
Replacing the Spark Plugs
The spark plugs should be changed at the
intervals specified in the vehicle maintenanceschedule in Section 5 or whenever engine per-formance indicates they should be changed.Symptoms that suggest poor spark plug perfor-mance include engine misfiring under load, lossof fuel economy, poor acceleration, etc. Whenspark plugs are replaced, always use sparkplugs recommended by Hyundai. The use ofother spark plugs can result in loss of perfor-mance, radio interference or engine damage.
NOTE: When replacing the spark plugs, genuine
Hyundai replacement parts are recom- mended. Recommended Spark Plugs:
Type
RC10YC4(CHAMPION) BKR5ES-11(NGK) RC10PYPB4(CHAMPION) PFR5N-11(NGK) RC10YC(CHAMPION) BKR5ES(NGK) RC10YC(CHAMPION) BKR5ES(NGK) Remark
Unleaded
Leaded
1.6/2.0L 2.7L*
2.7L
1.6/2.0L
1.0~1.1 mm (0.039 ~ 0.043 in.)*0.7~0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.032 in.)*: leaded one DOHC1.0~1.1 mm (0.039 ~ 0.043 in.)
*0.7~0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.032 in.)
* Platinum coated. G060C02GK-GAT
Changing the Spark Plugs
You will find it easier to change spark plugs if
the engine is cold. Always change one spark plug at a time. This helps avoid getting the wiresmixed up.
1. Remove the engine rocker cover.
NOTE: It is recommended that the spark plugs for
2.7L Engines should be changed by an au- thorized Hyundai dealer.
2. Using a clean cloth, remove any dirt that has accumulated around the base of the spark plug so it cannot fall into the cylinder whenthe spark plug is removed.
3. To remove the spark plug cable, pull straight up on the insulated connector, not the cable.Pulling on the cable may damage the carboncore conductor.
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6OWNER MAINTENANCE
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SPARK PLUGS
G060A01GK-EAT Your engine was originally equipped with platinum-tipped or iridium-tipped spark plugs (2.7L only).Platinum-tipped or iridium-tipped sparkplugs will last longer than conven-tional type spark plugs. Platinum- tipped spark plug can be identified by blue lines on the ceramic shell. NOTE: Do not clean or regap platinum- tipped/iridium-tipped spark plugs.
0.039 ~ 0.043 in. (1.0~1.1 mm)
!WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by engine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate even whenthe engine is not running. Use extreme caution when working near the blades of the cooling fan sothat you are not injured by a rotat- ing fan blade. As the engine cool- ant temperature decreases, the fanwill automatically shut off. This is a normal condition.
5. Prepare a suitable quantity of new
engine coolant (refer to section 9) and pour this into the radiator.
HSM392
1.6L/2.0L 2.7L
0.039 ~ 0.043 in. (1.0~1.1 mm)
6. Start the engine with the radiator
cap still removed and continue to add coolant as the level decreases as air is expelled from the system.When the level remains constant, replace the radiator cap and re- plenish the coolant reservoir.
7. When the engine is hot, check to ensure that no coolant leaks arepresent.
