2005 Hyundai Matrix oil level

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The washer fluid reservoir supplies
fluid to the windshield washer sys- tem.
A good quality washer fluid should be
used to fill the washer reservoir. Thefluid level should be checked more frequently during inclement weather or whenever the washer system is inmore frequent use. The capacity of the washer reservoir
is 3.0 liters (3.2 U.S. quarts).
FILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIRWINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES G090A01A-GAT
HFC5010
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.
G080A02A-AAT The wiper blades should be carefully
inspected from time to time and cleaned to remove accumulations ofroad film or other debris. To clean the wiper blades and arms, use a clean sponge or cloth with a mild soap ordetergent and water. If the wipers continue to streak or smear the glass, replace them with genuine Hyundaireplacement parts or their equivalent. HEF119

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CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
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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 should not be oper- ated if the washer reservoir isempty. This can damage the washer fluid pump.
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MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Transaxle lubricant in the manual
transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main- tenance schedule in Section 5. Recommended Oil
Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE
PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4) in the manual transaxle. Manual Transaxle Oil Capacity
The oil capacity of the manual
transaxle is 2.15 liters (2.3 U.S. quarts)/ (2.0 liters, (2.11 U.S. quarts) -1.5 CRDi). Drain plug
Filler plug WARNING:
It is always better to check thetransaxle oil level when the engine is cool or cold. If the engine is hot, you should exercise great cautionto avoid burning yourself on hot engine or exhaust parts.

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3. Replace the plug and washer,
screw it in with your fingers and then tighten securely with the wrench.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
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 a red color. As driving distance in- creases, the fluid color turns dark-ish red gradually. It is a normal condition and you should not judge the need to replace basedupon the changing color.You must replace the automatictransaxle fluid in accordance withintervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in section 5. G110B04A-AAT
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 Hundai Motor Co,. Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered byyour new vehicle limited warranty.
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To Check the Maunal Transaxle Fluid Level
G100B01L
Park the car on level ground with the
engine off.
1. Using a wrench of the correct size,
loosen the oil filler plug by turning it counterclockwise and remove it with your fingers.
2. Use your finger or suitable tool to feel inside the hole. The oil level should be at its bottom edge. If it isnot, check for leaks before adding oil. To refill the transaxle or bring the oil level up,add oil slowly until itreaches the proper level. Do not overfill. CAUTION:
Use of aftermarket ATF additives
may cause damage to the auto-matic transaxle. Only use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III, DIAMONDATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands approved by Hyundai Mo- tor Co., If you are having yourvehicle serviced at a facility other than a Hyundai dealer, verify ATF is used for your vehicle.

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To check the power steering fluid level, be sure the ignition is "OFF",then check to make certain that the power steering fluid level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" level markingson the fluid reservoir. NOTE: Grinding noise from the power steering pump may be heard im- mediately after the engine is startedin extremely cold conditions (be- low - 20°C). If the noise stops dur- ing warm up, there is no abnormalfunction in the system. It is due to a power steering fluid characteris- tic in extremely cold conditions. Recommended Fluid Use PSF-3 type fluid NOTE: Do not start the engine when the power steering oil reservoir is empty.
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CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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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 fan,so 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.POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
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Checking Engine Cooling Fan
The engine cooling fan should come on automatically if the engine coolant temperature is high. G220C01A-AAT
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan
The condenser cooling fan should come on automatically whenever the air conditioning is in operation. G230A03A-GAT
HFC5004
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Gasoline engine
Diesel engine
The power steering fluid level should be checked regularly.

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!WARNING:
o Do not smoke or have any other open flame near the vehicle while bleeding the fuel system.
o Be sure to carefully wipe away any water drained out in thismanner, because the fuel mixed in the water might be ignited and result in a fire.
HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT
G290A01FC-GAT Before 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 and rear bumper down several times.Place the vehicle at a distance of 3,000 mm (118 in.) 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).
4. Clean the head lights lens and turn on the headlight (low beam). G290A01FC
5. Open the hood.
6. Draw the vertical line (through the center of each headlight beam pat- tern) and the horizontal line (throughthe center of each headlight beam pattern) on the aiming screen. And then, draw a horizontal paral- lel line at 30 mm (1.18 in.) under the horizontal line.
7. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to the parallel line with aphillips screwdriver - VERTICALAIMING.
8. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to each vertical line with a phillips screwdriver - HORIZON- TAL AIMING.
Horizontal Aiming
Vertical Aiming

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INDEX
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D Defrosting/Defogging ................................................. 1-87
Digital Clock .............................................................. 1-64
Door Central door lock ...................................................... 1-9
Child-protector rear door lock .................................. 1-9
Door locks ................................................................ 1-7
Locking and unlocking front doors with a key ......... 1-7
Drink Holder .............................................................. 1-66
Drive Belts ................................................................ 6-28
Driving
Economical driving ................................................. 2-16
Smooth cornering ................................................... 2-18
Winter driving ......................................................... 2-18
E EGR System ............................................................... 7-4
Emissions Control Systems ........................................ 7-2Engine Before starting the engine ....................................... 2-3
Compartment ................................................. 6-2 ~ 6-4 Coolant ................................................................... 6-12
Coolant temper ature gauge ................................... 1-53
If the engine overheats ............................................ 3-4
Number .................................................................... 8-2
Oil ............................................................................. 6-6
Starting ..................................................................... 2-5
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous ........................... 2-2F Fog Light
Front fog light switch ............................................. 1-62
Rear fog light switch .............................................. 1-63
Fold-up Tray .............................................................. 1-74
Front Seats Adjustable front seats ............................................ 1-14
Lumbar support control .................. ........................ 1-16
Seat cushion height adjustment............................ 1-16
Fuel Capacity ................................................................... 9-2
Gauge .................................................................... 1-53
Recommendations ................................................... 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid Remote release ...................................................... 1-76
Fuse Panel Descri ption ............................................. 6-39
Fuses ........................................................................ 6-29
GGeneral Checks .......................................................... 6-5
Glove box .................................................................. 1-71
HHazard Warning System ........................................... 1-61
Headlight Aiming Adjustment .................................. 6-35
Headlight Bulb........................................................... 6-37
Headlight Leveling Device Syst em ...........................1-63