2005 Hyundai Sonata washer fluid

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HHR5051
HHR5050
FILLING THE WASHER
RESERVOIRG090A02NF-AAT
G090A02NF
G090A01NF
(3.3L)(2.4L)
To install the wiper blade1. Put a new wiper blade onto the wiper arm and
lower the wiper blade at the level of the wiper
arm as shown in the drawing.2. Pull up the wiper blade until you hear an
audible "click" to engage in the end of the
wiper arm.
NOTE:Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the
windshield.
The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the
windshield washer system.

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CAUTION:
o Radiator antifreeze (engine coolant)
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 should not be operated
if the washer reservoir is empty. This can
damage the washer fluid pump.
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A good quality washer fluid should be used to fill
the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be
checked more frequently during bad weather or
whenever the washer system is in more fre-
quent use.
The capacity of the washer reservoir is 3.2 U.S.
quarts (4.0 liters).
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WARNING:
It is always better to check the transaxle oil
level when the engine is cool or cold. If the
engine is hot, you should exercise great
caution to avoid burning yourself on hot
engine or exhaust parts.
CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
(MANUAL)G100A01NF-AAT
HNF5010
Filler plug
Drain plug
Transaxle lubricant in the manual transaxle
should be checked at those intervals specified
in the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section
5.Recommended OilUse only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF
75W/85 (API GL-4) in the manual transaxle.Manual Transaxle Oil CapacityThe oil capacity of the manual transaxle is 2.0
U.S. quarts (1.9 liters).
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WARNING:
o Windshield washer fluid agents contain
some amounts of alcohol and can be
flammable under certain circumstances.
Do not allow sparks or flame to contact
the washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle or its
occupants could occur.
o Windshield washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals. Do not drink wind-
shield washer fluid. Serious injury or
death could occur.

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CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE
FLUID (AUTOMATIC)G110A01E-AATTransaxle fluid in the automatic transaxle should
be checked at those intervals specified in the
vehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5.NOTE:Automatic transaxle fluid is basically red in
color. As driving distance increases, the
fluid color turns darkish red gradually. It is
a normal condition and you should not
judge the need to replace based upon the
changing color.
You must replace the automatic transaxle
fluid in accordance with intervals specified
in the vehicle maintenance schedule in
section 5.
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G110B05A-AATRecommended FluidYour Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially
designed to operate with HYUNDAI GENUINE
ATF SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP
III or other brands meeting the SP III specifica-
tion approved by Hyundai Motor Co.. Damage
caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered by
your new vehicle limited warranty.
CAUTION:
Use of aftermarket ATF additives may cause
damage to the automatic transaxle.
Only use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III,
DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other
brands meeting the SP III specification ap-
proved by Hyundai Motor Co.. If you are
having your vehicle serviced at a facility
other than a Hyundai dealer, verify that the
correct ATF is used for your vehicle.
G100B02A-AATTo Check the Manual 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 counterclock-
wise and remove it with your fingers.
2. Use your finger to feel inside the hole. The oil
level should be at its bottom edge. If it is not,
check for leaks before adding oil. To refill the
transaxle or bring the oil level up, add oil
slowly until it reaches the proper level. Do not
overfill.
3. Replace the plug and washer, screw it in with
your fingers and then tighten securely with
the wrench.

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INDEX
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Steering Wheel
Free-play......................................................................................6-23
Tilt and telescopic type ...............................................................1-91
Tilt type .........................................................................................1-91
Stereo Sound System ...................................................................1-113
Sun Visor..........................................................................................1-90
Sunroof.............................................................................................1-70
T
Tachometer......................................................................................1-56
Theft-Alarm System........................................................................... 1-8
Tires
All season tires.............................................................................. 8-8
Balancing........................................................................................ 8-9
Chains............................................................................................. 8-8
Changing a flat tire ........................................................................ 3-6
Checking the inflation pressure.................................................... 8-4
If you have a flat tire ..................................................................... 3-6
Information...................................................................................... 8-2
Maintenance.................................................................................8-11
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-10
Rotation........................................................................................... 8-9
Sidewall labeling............................................................................. 8-4
Snow tires...................................................................................... 8-8
Spare tire........................................................................................ 3-5
Summer tires .................................................................................. 8-8
Terminology and definitions.......................................................... 8-6
Traction.........................................................................................8-10Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) .....................................................................2-19
Emergency...................................................................................3-13
If your vehicle must be towed....................................................3-11
Transaxle
Automatic........................................................................................ 2-8
Automatic transaxle fluid checking.............................................6-18
Manual............................................................................................ 2-5
Manual transaxle oil checking....................................................6-17
Trip Computer..................................................................................1-58
Trip Odometer.................................................................................1-57
Trunk Lid..........................................................................................1-85
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Load Limit ............................................................................
2-22
Vehicle Specifications........................................................................ 9-1
W
Warning and Indicator Lights ..........................................................1-52
Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle.............................................8-12
Windows
Power............................................................................................1-11
Windshield Wiper and Washer ........................................................1-64
Intermittent wiper operation .........................................................1-65
Mist wiper operation....................................................................1-65
Windshield washer operation......................................................1-64
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................6-15