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5. Open the hood.
6. Draw a vertical line (through the center of
each headlight beam pattern) and a horizon-
tal line (through the center of each headlight
beam pattern) on the aiming screen.
And then, draw the horizontal parallel line at
0.8 in. (21 mm) under the horizontal line.
7. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to the
parallel line with a phillips screwdriver
- VERTICAL AIMING
WARNING:
Horizontal aiming should be adjusted by an
authorized Hyundai Dealer.
HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT
G250A01A-AATFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
YOUR HYUNDAIIf you desire additional information about main-
taining and servicing your Hyundai, you may
purchase a factory Shop Manual at your Hyundai
dealer's parts department. This is the same
manual used by dealership technicians and
while it is highly technical it can be useful in
obtaining a better understanding of your car and
how it works.G240A01A-AATPOWER STEERING HOSESIt is suggested that you check the power steer-
ing hose connections for fluid leakage at regular
intervals. The power steering hoses should be
replaced if there is severe surface cracking,
scuffing or worn spots. Deterioration of the hose
could cause premature failure.Recommended FluidUse PSF-3 type fluidNOTE:Do not start the engine when the power
steering oil reservoir is empty.
G290A03E-AATBefore performing aiming adjustment, make
sure of the following.
1. Keep all tires inflated to the correct pressure.
2. Place the vehicle on level ground and press
the front bumper & rear bumper down sev-
eral times. Place the vehicle at a distance of
118 in. (3,000 mm) from the test wall.
3. See that the vehicle is unloaded (except for
full levels of coolant, engine oil and fuel, and
spare tire, jack, and tools). Have the driver
or equivalent weight placed in driver's seat.
4. Clean the head light lenses and turn on the
headlights (Low beam).
Vertical
Aiming
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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.
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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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INDEX
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D
Defrosting / Defogging ......................................................................1-89
Door
Locking, unlocking front door with a key ...................................... 1-5
Drink Holder ......................................................................................1-63
Drive Belts.........................................................................................6-20
Driving
Driving for economy .....................................................................2-14
Smooth cornering.........................................................................2-15
Winter driving...............................................................................2-15
E
Emission Control System ................................................................... 7-2
Engine
Before starting the engine .............................................................. 2-3
Compartment................................................................................. 6-2
Coolant........................................................................................... 6-7
Coolant temperature gauge .........................................................1-50
If the engine overheats .................................................................. 3-4
Number........................................................................................... 8-2
Oil ................................................................................................... 6-4
Starting........................................................................................... 2-4
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous .................................................. 2-2
F
Fan Speed Control............................................................................1-86
Floor Mat Anchor ..............................................................................1-73
Fog Light
Front.............................................................................................1-57Front Seats
Adjustable front seats ..................................................................1-11
Adjustable headrests...................................................................1-13
Adjusting seat forward and rearward ..........................................1-12
Adjusting seatback angle .............................................................1-13
Fuel
Capacity......................................................................................... 9-2
Gauge...........................................................................................1-49
Recommendations......................................................................... 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release............................................................................1-73
Fuses ................................................................................................6-20
Fuse Panel Description.....................................................................6-34
G
General Checks.................................................................................. 6-3
Glove Box..........................................................................................1-68
H
Hazard Warning System ..................................................................1-60
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ............................................................
6-24
Heating and Cooling Control.............................................................1-81
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control..............................................................................1-82
Air intake control ..........................................................................1-85
Bi-level heating.............................................................................1-86
Defrosting / Defogging .................................................................1-89
Fan speed control (Blower control).............................................1-86
Temperature control....................................................................1-85
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