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GENERAL CHECKS Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regu- larly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below compo- nents)
o Power steering fluid level and con- dition
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition G020C01A-AAT Vehicle Interior The following should be checked each time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heater system operation
(and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking
brake
o Manual transaxle operation, includ- ing clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, in- cluding "Park" mechanism opera-tion
o Seat control condition and opera- tion
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to befunctioning incorrectly, inspect it care- fully and seek assistance from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
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Vehicle Exterior
The following should be checked
monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torgue
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare tire)
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Replacing the Spark Plugs
The spark plugs should be changed
at the intervals specified in the ve- hicle maintenance schedule in Sec- tion 5 or whenever engine perfor- mance indicates they should bechanged. Symptoms that suggest poor spark plug performance include en- gine misfiring under load, loss of fueleconomy, poor acceleration, etc. When spark plugs are replaced, al- ways use spark plugs recommendedby Hyundai. The use of other spark plugs can result in loss of perfor- mance, radio interference or enginedamage.
NOTE:
o When replacing the spark plug, Genuine Hyundai ReplacementParts are recommended. Recommended Spark Plugs:
NOTE: Do not clean or regap platinum- tipped spark plugs.
o Spark plugs should be tightenedfirmly. Overtightening can dam- age the threads in the aluminum cylinder head. Also, leaving themtoo loose can cause the spark plug to get very hot and possi- bly result in damage to the en-gine.
o It is recommended that spark plugs be changed by an autho-rized Hyundai dealer.
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3.5L/3.0L
2.5L
3.5L/3.0L 2.5L
Type
RC10PYP4(CHAMPION) RC10PYPB4(CHAMPION) PFR5N-11(NGK) RC10PYPB4(CHAMPION) PFR5N-11(NGK) RC10YC4(CHAMPION) BKR5ES(NGK)
Remark
Un-
leaded
LeadedWARNING:
It is recommended that the engine be cool or cold when changing the spark plugs. If the engine is hot,you could burn yourself on the insulated connector, the spark plug or the engine itself.
G070A02Y-AAT CHANGING THE AIR CLEANER FILTER
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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
The wiper blades should be carefully
inspected from time to time and cleaned to remove accumulations of road film or other debris. To clean thewiper blades and arms, use a clean sponge or cloth with a mild soap or detergent and water. If the wiperscontinue to streak or smear the glass, replace them with Genuine Hyundai Replacement parts or their equiva-lent. HEF119
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FILLING THE WASHER RESER- VOIR
The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the windshield washer sys-tem. HXG2007
CAUTION:
o Do not operate the wipers on dry glass. This can result in more rapid wear of the wiper blades and may scratch the glass.
o Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum productssuch as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
The replacement of air cleaner filter is performed in the following manner.
1. Unsnap the clips around the cover.
2. When this is done, the cover can be lifted off, the old filter removed and the new filter put in its place.
Genuine Hyundai Replacement Partsare recommended.
CAUTION:
o Operating your vehicle without a proper air filter in place canresult in excessive engine wear.
o When removing the air cleaner
filter, be careful that dust or dirt does not enter the air intake. These may result in damage tothe air cleaner filter.
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CHANGING THE AIR CONDI- TIONER FILTER (For Evapora- tor and Blower Unit)
The air conditioner filter is located in
front of the evaporator unit behind the glove box. It helps to decrease pollutants from
entering the car and to filter the air.
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1. Open the glove box and take out the damper strap from the hole.
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2. Lower the glove box completely by
pushing the both sides of the glovebox inward.
B760A08LG140D01S-GAT Checking the Compressor Drive Belt When the air conditioning is being used regularly, the compressor drive belt tension should be checked at least once a month. To check the drive belt tension, press down on the belt halfway between the engine crankshaft and compressorpulleys. Pressing with your finger, you should not be able to deflect this belt anymore than 8.0 mm. If you have
the instruments to check it with a force of 98N (22 lb.), the deflection should be approx. 8.0 mm (0.315inches). If the belt is too loose, have it adjusted by your Hyundai dealer. G140D01L
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Power steering pump
Crank shaft pulley A/C pulley
Crank shaft pulley
A/C pulley
Power steering pulley
Generator
3. Lower the glove box down com-pletely.
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G150A01A-GAT CHECKING STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY
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To check the steering wheel freeplay, stop the car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and gently move thesteering wheel back and forth. Use very light finger pressure and be sen- sitive to changes in resistance thatmark the limits of the freeplay. If the freeplay is greater than specified, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealerand adjusted or repaired if neces- sary. 30 mm(1.18 in.)
4. Turn the knob of the air conditioner filter cover counterclockwise and remove the air conditioner filtercover. 5. Remove the two air conditioner fil-
ters by pulling the knob of the airconditioner filter outward.
6. Replace the two filters.
7. Installation is the reverse order of disassembly.
CAUTION:
Be sure to install it with the direc-
tion of the air conditioner filter checked.
10- 2 INDEX
A Accessory Box .......................................................... 1-70
Air Bag .......................................................... 1-32 ~ 1-40
Air Cleaner Filter ....................................................... 6-11
Air Conditioning Care ....................................................................... 6-17
Operation ..................................................... 1-86, 6-17
Switch ..................................................................... 1-86
Antenna ..................................................... 1-119 ~ 1-120
Ashtray .......................................................... 1-57 ~ 1-58 Audio Remote Control Switch ....................... 1-78 ~ 1-79
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System
................................................................... 1-88 ~ 1-93
B
Battery ............................................................. 2-16, 6-23 Bi-Level Heating ........................................................ 1-84
Brake
Anti-lock brake system ................... ....................... 2-11
Checking the brakes .............................................. 6-15
Fluid ....................................................................... 6-15
Pedal clearance ..................................................... 6-20
Pedal freepl ay ........................................................ 6-20
Practices .................................................... 2-13 ~ 2-14
Breaking-In your New Hyundai ................................... 1-3
Bulbs wattage ........................................................... 6-33C Care of Cassette Tapes
........................... 1-118 ~ 1-119
Cassette Tape Player Operation (H940B, H940A) ....................................... 1-100 ~1-101, 1-108 ~ 1-109
Catalytic Converter ..................................................... 7-3
CD Auto changer .......................................... 1-72 ~ 1-73 CD Auto changer (H940B, H940A) ...................................... 1-102 ~ 1-104, 1-113 ~ 1-115
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ................................. 1-7
Child Restraint S ystem ................................. 1-24 ~ 1-29
Cigarette Lighter ....................................................... 1-57
Clock ......................................................................... 1-55
Clutch Checking fluid ........................................................ 6-16
Pedal freepl ay ........................................................ 6-20
Combination Light
Headlight flasher .................................................... 1-52
Headlight swi tch ..................................................... 1-50
High-beam swi tch .................................................. 1-51
Lane change si gnal ................................................ 1-50
Turn signal oper ation............................................. 1-50
Compact Disc Player Operation (H940A) . 1-110 ~ 1-112Cooling Fans ............................................................. 6-23
Corrosion protection
Cleaning the interior ....................................... 4-5 ~ 4-6
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ........ 4-1 ~ 4-6Washing and waxing ...................................... 4-3 ~ 4-5
Cruise Control ............................................... 1-76 ~ 1-78