2004 Hyundai Elantra emergency towing

If the Engine will not Start .............................................. 3-2
Jump Starting ................................................................ 3-3
If the Engine Overheats ................................................ 3-4
Spare Tire ..................................................................... 3-5
If You Have a Flat Tire .................................................. 3-6
Changing A Flat Tire ..................................................... 3-6
If Your Car Must be Towed.........................................3-10
Emergency Towing.....................................................3-11
If You Lose Your Keys................................................3-12
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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3WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
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Towing a Car with an Automatic Transaxle
CAUTION:
A car with an automatic transaxle should
never be towed from the rear with the front
wheels on the ground. This can cause se-
rious damage to the transaxle. If the car
must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly
must be used under the front wheels.
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
!
If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on
the ground, be sure the parking brake is re-
leased.
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Towing a Car with a Manual Transaxle
o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake is
released.
o If the car is being towed with the front wheels
on the ground, be sure that the transaxle is
in neutral. Also, be sure that the ignition key
is in the "ACC" position. This is necessary to
prevent damage to the steering lock mecha-
nism, which is not designed to hold the front
wheels straight while the car is being towed.
o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged, a towing dolly
must be used. o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
WITH NO DAMAGE!
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CAUTION:Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
rectly!
If your car has to be towed, it should be done by
your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck
service. This will help assure that your car is not
damaged in towing. Also, professionals are
generally aware of state and local laws govern-
ing towing. In any case, rather than risk damage
to your car, it is suggested that you show this
information to the tow truck operator. Be sure
that a safety chain system is used and that all
state and local laws are observed.o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE

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EMERGENCY TOWING
NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark
on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
fluid, a towing dolly must be used as de-
scribed above. o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
!
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For emergency towing when no commercial
tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,
chain or strap to one of the towing hooks under
the front of your car. Do not attempt to tow your
vehicle in this manner on any unpaved surface.
This could result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels,
drive train, axles, steering or brakes are dam-
aged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in
neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine
off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine
running). A driver must be in the towed car to
steer it and operate the brakes.
CAUTION:If the car is being towed with all four wheels
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph
(50 km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25
km). Be sure the steering is unlocked by
placing the key in the "ACC" position. A
driver must be in the towed vehicle to
operate the steering and brakes.

10INDEX
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Spark Plugs ......................................................................................... 6-9
Spectacle Case.................................................................................1-66
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-49
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-5
Steering Wheel Free play .................................................................6-19
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ..................................................................1-76
Stereo Sound System .......................................................................1-98
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-63
Sun visor ...........................................................................................1-69
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-50
Tail Gate............................................................................................1-74
Theft-Alarm System............................................................................ 1-8
Tires
Balancing........................................................................................ 8-5
Chains............................................................................................ 8-4
Changing a flat tire ......................................................................... 3-6
If you have a flat tire ....................................................................... 3-6
Information...................................................................................... 8-3
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement.................................................................................. 8-5
Rotation.......................................................................................... 8-4
Snow tires....................................................................................... 8-3
Spare tire........................................................................................ 3-5
Traction.......................................................................................... 8-5Towing
A trailer (or vehicle)......................................................................2-17
Emergency...................................................................................3-11
If your car must be towed ............................................................3-10
Traction Control System ....................................................... 2-12 ~ 2-13
Transaxle
Automatic........................................................................................ 2-7
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-14
Manual............................................................................................ 2-5
Manual transaxle fluid checking..................................................6-13
V
Vehicle Identification Number............................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Specifications
Engine ............................................................................................. 9-3
Lubrication chart............................................................................ 9-4
Measurement................................................................................. 9-2
W
Warning Lights and Indicator Lights.................................................1-45
Windows
Power...........................................................................................1-11
Windshield Wiper and Washer ..........................................................1-56
Windshield Wiper Blades..................................................................6-11