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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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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 weatherwhen the air conditioning system is not otherwise in use. G140D01HP-GAT
Checking the Compressor Drive Belt
When the air conditioning is being used regularly, the compressor drive belt tension should be checked at least once a month.To check the drive belt tension, pressdown on the belt halfway between theengine crankshaft and compressor pulleys. Pressing with your finger, you should not be able to deflect this beltanymore than 8.0 mm. If you have the instruments to check it with a force of 98N (22 lb.), the deflectionshould be approx. 8.0 mm (0.315 inches). If the belt is too loose, have it adjusted by your Hyundai dealer.
G140D01HP
G140D03HP
G140D01HR
Crankshaft pulley
Diesel Engine (2.5 TCI)
Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engine (2.9 CRDi)
COMP.pulley
Tension pulley
Tension pulley
Crankshaft pulley COMP.pulley
Generator pulley
Water pump pulley
Tension pulley
COMP. pulley Power steeringpulley
Idler pulley
Auto tensioner Crank shaft pulley
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G150A01A-GAT Steering Wheel To check the steering wheel free- play, stop the car with the wheelspointed straight ahead and gently move the steering wheel back and forth. Use very light finger pressureand be sensitive to changes in resis- tance that mark the limits of the free- play. If the free-play is greater thanspecified, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or re- paired if necessary. G160A01A-GAT
Clutch Pedal
With the engine off, press lightly on
the clutch pedal until you feel a changein resistance. This is the clutch pedal free-play. The free-play should be within the limits specified in the illus-tration. If it is not, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary. G170A01A-GAT
Brake Pedal
With the engine off, press down on
the brake pedal several times to re-duce the vacuum in the brake booster. Then, using your hand, press down
slowly on the brake pedal until youfeel a change in resistance. This is the brake pedal free-play. The free- play should be within the limits speci-fied in the illustration. If it is not, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary.
Maximum 30 mm (1.18 in)
6 ~ 13 mm(0.24 ~ 0.51 in.)
3 ~ 8 mm(0.12 ~ 0.31 in.)
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G180A01A-GAT
You need a helper to check the brake pedal clearance. With the engine run- ning, have your helper press down onthe brake pedal several times and then hold it down with a force of about 490N (50 kg, 110 lbs). The brakepedal clearance is the distance from the top surface of the brake pedal to the asphalt sheeting under the floormat. If the brake pedal clearance is not within the limits specified in the illustration, have it inspected by yourHyundai dealer and adjusted or re- paired if necessary. 71 mm (2.80 in.)
G190A01HP-GAT
G180A01L
G190A01HR
G190D01HP
Drive belts should be checked peri-odically for proper tension and ad- justed if necessary. At the same time,belts should be examined for cracks, wear, fraying or other evidence of deterioration and replaced if neces-sary.Belt routing should also be checkedto be sure there is no interference between the belts and other parts of the engine. After a belt is replaced,the new belt should be adjusted again after two or three weeks to eliminate slack resulting from initial stretchingafter use. HHP5049
Diesel Engine (2.5 TCI)
Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engine (2.9 CRDi)
Water pump pulley
Power steering pulley
Crankshaft pulley
Generator pulley Tension pulley
COMP. pulley
Idler pulley
Power steering pulley
Crankshaft pulley
Generator pulley Tension pulley
COMP. pulley
Generator pulley
Water pump pulley
Tension pulley
COMP. pulley Power steeringpulley
Tension pulley
Tension pulley
Idler pulley
Auto tensioner Crankshaft pulley
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G200A01A-AAT
Replacing a Fusible Link A fusible link will melt if the electrical
circuits from the battery are ever over- loaded, thus preventing damage to the entire wiring harness. (This could be caused by a short in the systemdrawing too much current.) If this ever happens, have a Hyundai dealer determine the cause, repair the sys-tem and replace the fusible link. The fusible links are located in a relay box for easy inspection.
CAUTION:
When replacing a fusible link, never use anything but a new fusible link with the same or lower amper-age rating. Never use a piece of wire or a higher-rated fusible link. This could result in serious dam-age and create a fire hazard.
G200A01HP
G200A02HP
!WARNING:
The drive belt should be checked when the engine is cool or cold to avoid burning yourself on hot en- gine.
Bad GoodBad GoodEngine Compartment Fuse and Relay Box #1
Engine Compartment Fuse and Relay Box #2
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G200B02HP-GAT
Replacing Accessory Fuses
The fuse box for the lights and other electrical accessories will be foundunder the dashboard on the driver’s side. Inside the box you will find a list showing the circuits protected by eachfuse.If any of your car's lights or otherelectrical accessories stop working, ablown fuse could be the reason. If the fuse has burned out, you will see that the metal strip inside the fuse hasburned through. If you suspect a blown fuse, follow this procedure: G200B01HP
4. Replace the blown fuse by press-
ing a new fuse of the same rating into place. The fuse should be asnug fit. If it is not, have the fuse clip repaired or replaced by a Hyundai dealer. If you do not havea spare fuse, you may be able to borrow a fuse of the same or lower rating from an accessory you cantemporarily get along without (the radio or cigarette lighter, for ex- ample). Always remember to re-place the borrowed fuse.
3. Be sure to check all other fuses
even if you find one that appears tohave burned out. Good
1. Turn off the ignition and all other
switches.
2. Open the fuse box and examine each fuse. Remove each fuse bypulling it toward you (a small "fusepuller" tool is contained in the relay and fuse box of the engine room to simplify this operation).
HHP4002 G200B02L
Burned out
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G210B01Y-GET
Checking the Battery
Keep the battery clean. Any evidence
of corrosion around the battery posts or terminals should be removed using a solution of household baking sodaand warm water. After the battery terminals are dry, cover them with a light coating of grease.
WARNING:Always read the followinginstructions carefullywhen handling a battery.Keep lighted cigarettesand all other flames orsparks away from the bat- tery. Hydrogen, which is a highly combustible gas, is always present in batterycells and may explode if ignited.Keep batteries out of the reach of children because batteries contain highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID.Do not allow battery acid to contact your skin, eyes, clothing or paint finish.If any electrolyte gets intoyour eyes, flush your eyeswith clean water for at least 15 minutes and get imme- diate medical attention. Ifpossible, continue to ap- ply water with a sponge or cloth until medical atten-tion is received.If electrolyte gets on yourskin, thoroughly wash thecontacted area.If you feel a pain or a burn-ing sensation, get medi- cal attention immediately. Wear eye protection when charging or working near a battery. Always provide ventilation when working in an en- closed space.o When lifting a plastic-cased bat- tery, excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid toleak, resulting in personal in- jury. Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat- tery when the battery cables are connected.
o The electrical ignition system works with high voltage. Never touch these componentswith the engine running or the ignition switched on.
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Gasoline Engine or Diesel Engine (2.5 TCI)
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G220B01A-AAT
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-AAT The power steering fluid level should
be checked daily. G230A01HP
HHP5014CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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G220A01A-AAT 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.
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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. If 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.
FUEL FILTER
G240A01A-AAT
POWER STEERING HOSES
It is suggested that you check the
power steering hose connections for fluid leakage at regular intervals. The power steering hoses should be re-placed if there is severe surface crack- ing, pulling, scuffing or worn spots. Deterioration of the hose could causepremature failure. G350A02HP-GAT Bleeding the Fuel System (For Diesel Engine (2.5 TCI)) The fuel system should be bled to remove air as described in the illus- tration if the fuel supply is exhausted during travel, when the fuel filter isreplaced, or if the vehicle is not used for a long time.
1. Loosen the air bleed bolt at the
upper part of the fuel filter with a flat-head screwdriver or equivalent. G350A01HP