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2. Remove the windshield wiper blade
with the "LOCK" lever pressed.
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FILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIR
G090A01NF-GAT
HTG5014-1
The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the windshield washer sys- tem.A good quality washer fluid should beused to fill the washer reservoir. Thefluid level should be checked more frequently during bad weather or whenever the washer system is inmore frequent use.The capacity of the washer reservoiris 4.0 liters (3.2 U.S. quarts).
3. Replace with a new wiper blade. Alternatively, you can replace the wind-
shield wiper blade as follows.
1. Turn the ignition switch "ON" and place the windshield wiper switch to the "LO" position. Turn the ignitionswitch "OFF" when the windshield wiper is in the fully up position. The windshield wiper will stop as illus-trated.
2. Replace the wiper blade as de-
scribed in the section of the driver'sside replacement.
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CAUTION:
o Radiator antifreeze (engine cool- ant) should not be used in the washer system because it will damage the car's finish.
o The washer lever should not be pulled and the washer shouldnot be operated if the washer reservoir is empty. This can dam-age the washer fluid pump.
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CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE FLUID (AUTOMATIC)
G110A01E-AAT Transaxle fluid in the automatic
transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main-tenance schedule in Section 5.
NOTE: Automatic transaxle fluid is basi-
cally red color. As driving distance increases, the fluid color turns dark-ish red gradually. It is a normal condition and you should not judge the need to replace based upon thechanging color.
You must replace the automatic
transaxle fluid in accordance withintervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in section 5.
!WARNING:
o Windshield washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alco- hol and can be flammable under certain circumstances. Do notallow sparks or flame to contact the washer fluid or the washer fluid reservoir. Damage to thevehicle or its occupants could occur.
o Windshield washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals. Do not drink windshield washerfluid. Serious injury or death could occur.
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1. Open the hood, being careful to
keep hands, long hair and clothing clear of any moving parts.
2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert the dipstick as faras it will go, then remove it again.Now check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" range on the dipstick. HTG5012
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Transaxle Fluid Capacity
The fluid capacity of the automatic
transaxle is 10.9 liters.
WARNING:
The transaxle fluid level should be
checked when the engine is atnormal operating temperature. Thismeans that the engine, radiator, radiator hose, exhaust system, etc., are very hot. Exercise great carenot to burn yourself during this procedure. G110D02L-AAT
To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
Park the car on level ground with the
parking brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level is checked, the transaxle fluid should be at normaloperating temperature and the en- gine idling.
While the engine is idling, apply the
brakes and move the gear selector lever from "P" to each of its otherpositions — "R", "N", "D" — and then return to "N" or "P". With the engine still idling:
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Recommended Fluid
Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with Hyundai Genuine ATF SP-III, DIA- MOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III orother brands approved by Hyundai Motor Co., Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered byyour new vehicle limited warranty.
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Fluid level should be within "HOT"
range 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 fanso that you are not injured by a rotating fan blade. As the engine coolant temperature decreases, thefan will automatically shut off. This is a normal condition.
3. If the transaxle fluid level is low,
use a funnel to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range. Do not overfill.
CHECKING THE BRAKES
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Checking the Brake Fluid Level
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Because brakes are essential to the safe operation of the car, it is suggested that they be checked and inspected by your Hyundaidealer. The brakes should be checked and inspected for wear at those intervals specified in thevehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5.
WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint ifspilled on it and not removed im- mediately.
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To add brake fluid, first wipe away any dirt then unscrew the fluid reser-voir cap. Slowly pour the recom- mended fluid into the reservoir. Do not overfill. Carefully replace the capon the reservoir and tighten.G120E02A-AAT
Adding Brake Fluid
WARNING:
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can
damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a sealed container. Do not allow the fluidcan or reservoir to remain open any longer than required. This will prevent entry of dirt and moisturewhich can damage the brake sys- tem and cause improper opera- tion. HTG5015
G120C02A-AAT
Recommended Brake Fluid
Use only hydraulic brake fluid con-forming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifica- tions in your braking system. Follow the instructions printed on the con-tainer. G120D01A-AAT
To Check the Fluid Level
The fluid level in the brake fluid reser- voir should be checked periodically.The level should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. If the level is at or belowthe "MIN" mark, carefully add fluid to bring it up to "MAX". Do not overfill.
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G140C01A-AAT
Lubrication
To lubricate the compressor and the
seals in the system, the air condition- ing should be run for at least 10 minutes each week. This is particu-larly important during cool weather when the air conditioning system is not otherwise in use.CHANGING THE AIR CONDITIONER FILTER
B145A01TG-GAT
(For Evaporator and Blower Unit)(If Installed)
The air conditioner filter is located in
the upper portion of the blower fan. It helps to decrease the amount of
pollutants entering the car.
1. Open the glove box.
2. Pull the glove box cylinder to unlock the glove box fixing device. HTG2167
G140B01A-AAT
Checking the Air Conditioning Operation
1. Start the engine and let it run at
fast idle for several minutes with the air conditioning set at the maxi- mum cold setting.
2. If the air coming out of the in-dash vents is not cold, have the air con-ditioning system inspected by yourHyundai dealer.
CAUTION:
Running the air conditioning sys-
tem for extended periods of timewith a low refrigerant level may damage the compressor.
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AIR CONDITIONING CARE
G140A01A-AAT Keeping the Condenser Clean The air conditioning condenser (and engine radiator) should be checked periodically for accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc. These caninterfere with maximum cooling effi- ciency. When removing such accu- mulations, brush or hose them awaycarefully to avoid bending the cooling fans.
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3. Lower the glove box down com-
pletely by pushing both sides of the glove box inward. HTG21684. Pull out the air conditioner filter with
the hooks on both sides pressed. HNF2164
HNF2165
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CAUTION:
Be careful not to press the hooks in the opposite direction. 5. Replace the air conditioner filter by
lifting it.
6. Installation is the reverse order of
disassembly.
CAUTION:
To prevent pollutants from entering the car, be sure to install the airconditioner filter exactly.
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18 mm (0.7 in.)
You need a helper to check the brake
pedal clearance. With the engine run- ning, have your helper press down on the brake pedal several times and thenhold it down with a force of about 490N (50 kg, 110 lbs). The brake pedal clearance is the distance from the topsurface of the brake pedal to the as- phalt sheeting under the floor mat. If the brake pedal clearance is not withinthe limits specified in the illustration, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if nec-essary.
With the engine off, press down on the
brake pedal several times to reduce the vacuum in the brake booster.
Then, using your hand, press down
slowly on the brake pedal until you feel a change in resistance. This isthe brake pedal free-play. The free- play should be within the limits speci- fied in the illustration. If it is not, haveit inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary. G160A01TG
3~8 mm (0.12~0.31 in.)To check the steering wheel free-play, stop the car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and gently move the steering wheel back and forth. Usevery light finger pressure and be sen- sitive to changes in resistance that mark the limits of the free-play. If thefreeplay is greater than specified, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary. HTG5020
Maximum 30 mm (1.18 in.)
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL FREE-PLAY
G150A01A-GATCHECKING BRAKE PEDAL FREE-PLAY
G170A01A-GATCHECKING BRAKE PEDAL CLEARANCE
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