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B340A01A-AATCOMBINATION TURN SIGNAL,
HEADLIGHT AND HIGH-BEAM
SWITCH
Turn Signal OperationPulling down on the lever causes the turn
signals on the left side of the car to blink. Pushing
upwards on the lever causes the turn signals on
the right side of the car to blink. As the turn is
completed, the lever will automatically return to
the center position and turn off the turn signals
at the same time. If either turn signal indicator
light blinks more rapidly than usual, goes on but
does not blink, or does not go on at all, there is
a malfunction in the system. Check for a burned-
out fuse or bulb or see your Hyundai dealer.
B340B01A-AATLane Change SignalTo indicate a lane change, move the lever up or
down to a point where it begins flashing.
The lever will automatically return to the center
position when released.
MULTI-FUNCTION LIGHT SWITCH
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Headlight SwitchTo operate the headlights, turn the barrel on the
end of the multi-function switch. The first posi-
tion turns on the parking lights, sidelights, tail
lights and instrument panel lights. The second
position turns on the headlights.NOTE:The ignition must be in the "ON" position
to turn on the headlights.
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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TO START THE ENGINE
KEY POSITIONS
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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C020A01A-AATBefore you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other
indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the
parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior mirrors
are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrest to
be sure they are in their proper positions.
6. Lock all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure that all
other occupants have fastened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories that are
not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON",
check that all appropriate warning lights are
operating and that you have sufficient fuel.
10.Check the operation of warning lights and all
bulbs when key is in the "ON" position.
C030A01A-AATCOMBINATION IGNITION SWITCHo If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual
transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and
depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle,
place the shift lever in "P" (park).
o To start the engine, insert the ignition key and
turn it to the "START" position. Release it as
soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the
key in the "START" position for more than 15
seconds.NOTE:o For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully
(Manual Transaxle) or the shift lever is
not in "P" or "N" Position (Automatic
Transaxle).
o The ignition key cannot be turned from
"ACC" position to "LOCK" position un-
less the shift lever is in the "P" (Park)
position or the negative battery terminal
is disconnected from the battery. To
remove the key, always confirm that the
shift lever is securely positioned in "P"
(Park) (For Automatic Transaxle)
o For additional information about start-
ing, see page 2-4.
C040A01A-AAT
WARNING:
The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key cylinder
while the vehicle is in motion. The steering
wheel is locked by removing the key.o "START"The engine is started in this position. It will crank
until you release the key.
C040A01E-1
LOCKACC
ON
START
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Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................ 6-3
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-4
Changing the Oil and Filter ............................................ 6-5
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................ 6-6
Spark Plugs .................................................................. 6-9
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ...................................6-11
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) .........................6-12
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-13
Checking the Brakes ..................................................6-15
Checking the Clutch Fluid...........................................6-16
Air Conditioning Care..................................................6-17
Changing The Air Conditioner Filter ............................6-18
Checking Drive Belts ..................................................6-20
Checking and Replacing Fuses..................................6-20
Checking the Battery..................................................6-22
Power Steering Fluid Level .........................................6-23
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-25
Bulb Wattage ...............................................................6-33
Fuse Panel Description...............................................6-34
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Specification:"H"
Horizontal center line of headlights from
ground.
Low beam : 25.2 in. (639 mm)
High beam : 23.3 in. (619 mm)
"W"
Distance between each headlight center.
Low beam : 44.2 in. (1124 mm)
High beam : 33.0 in. (840 mm)
"L"
Distance between the headlights and the
wall that the lights are tested against.
: 118 in. (3,000 mm).
G290B03E-AATAdjustment After Headlight Assembly
ReplacementIf the vehicle has had front body repair and the
headlight assembly has been replaced, the
headlight aiming should be checked using an
aiming screen as shown in the illustration. Turn
on the headlight switch. (Low Beam Position)
1. Adjust headlights so that main axis of light is
parallel to the center line of the body and is
aligned with point "P" shown in the illustration.
2. Dotted lines in the illustration show the center
of the headlights.
G290B01A-1
L
W
H
HCut-off line
"P"
1.18 in. (30mm)Vertical line
Horizontal line
Ground
line
REPLACEMENT OF LIGHT BULBSG260A03A-AATBefore attempting to replace a headlight bulb, be
sure the switch is turned to the "OFF" position.
The next paragraph shows how to reach the
headlight bulbs so they may be changed. Be
sure to replace the burned-out bulb with one of
the same number and wattage rating.
CAUTION:
Keep the lamps out of contact with petro-
leum products, such as oil, gasoline, etc.
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7. Push the bulb spring to remove the headlight
bulb. 6. Turn the plastic cover counterclockwise
and remove it.
HXDFL1011 HXDFL1010
4. Using a socket wrench of the correct size,
remove the headlight assembly mounting bolts.
5. Disconnect the power cord from the back of
the headlight. Replacement instructions:
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Open the engine hood.
3. Always grasp the bulb by its plastic base,
avoid touching the glass.
G270A01A-AATHEADLIGHT AND FRONT TURN SIG-
NAL LIGHT
G270A01E
High beam
Low beam
Turn signal light
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WARNING:
This halogen bulb contains gas under pres-
sure and if impacted could shatter, result-
ing in flying fragments. Always wear eye
protection when servicing the bulb. Protect
the bulb against abrasions or scratches
and against liquids when lighted. Turn the
bulb on only when installing in a headlight.
Replace the headlight if damaged or cracked.
Keep the bulb out of the reach of children
and dispose of the used bulb with care. 8. Remove the protective cap from the re-
placement bulb and install the new bulb by
matching the plastic base with the headlight
hole. Retighten the bulb spring and recon-
nect the power cord.
9. Use the protective cap and carton to prompt-
ly dispose of the old bulb.
10. Check for proper headlight aim.
(1) High beam
(2) Low beam
(3) Front turn signal light
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(1)(2)(3)
G270A03OG270D01E-AAT
REAR COMBINATION LIGHT
(Stop / Tail Light, Back up light and Rear
Turn Signal Light)
4 Door1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Unscrew and remove the cover on the inside
of the rear luggage trim.
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HXDFL1017
3. To replace the rear combination light, re-
move it from the bulb holder and install the
new bulb.(2)
HXDFL335
3. Remove the mounting screws of the rear
combination light with a socket wrench.4. To replace the rear combination light, re-
move it from the bulb holder and install the
new bulb.
(1) Stop/Tail light
(2) Side marker light
(3) Rear turn signal light
(4) Back up light
5 Door (Luggage compartment)
1. Open the tail gate.2. Remove the mounting screws of the rear
combination light with a flat blade screw-
driver.
HXDFL1016-AHXDFL1015(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
HXDFL334
(1)
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HXDFL333 HXDFL342
5 Door (Tail gate)
1. Open the tail gate.
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2. Remove the cover with a flat blade screw-
driver.Back up light
3. To replace the rear combination light, re-
move it from the bulb holder and install the
new bulb.
Tail light
(1) Stop/Tail light
(2) Rear turn signal light
G270C01L-GATLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT
4 Door1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the plastic cover with a flat blade
screwdriver.
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