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Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................ 6-4
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-5
Changing the Oil and Filter ............................................ 6-6
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................ 6-7
Spark Plugs................................................................6-10
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ...................................6-12
Checking the Transaxle Oil (manual) .........................6-14
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-15
Checking the Brakes ..................................................6-17
Checking the Clutch Fluid...........................................6-19
Air Conditioning Care..................................................6-19
Checking Drive Belts ..................................................6-23
Checking and Replacing Fuses..................................6-24
Checking the Battery..................................................6-26
Power Steering Fluid Level .........................................6-28
Headlight Aiming Adjustment......................................6-29
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-30
Bulb Wattage ...............................................................6-39
Fuse Panel Description...............................................6-40
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ENGINE COMPARTMENTG010B01GK-GAT(2.0 DOHC CVVT)
HGK5002
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed)5. Relay box
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick10.Radiator cap
11.Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12.Air cleaner
13.Battery
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing the engine,
you should handle tools and other heavy
objects carefully so that the plastic rocker
cover of the engine is not damaged.
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GENERAL CHECKS
G020C01A-AATVehicle InteriorThe following should be checked each time
when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heating system operation (and air
conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, including clutch
operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including
"Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation
If you notice anything that does not operate
correctly or appears to be functioning incor-
rectly, inspect it carefully and seek assistance
from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020B01A-AATVehicle ExteriorThe following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare
tire)
G020A01A-AATEngine CompartmentThe following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition
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G130B02A-AATTo Replace the FluidRecommended brake fluid conforming to DOT
3 or DOT 4 specification should be used. The
reservoir cap must be fully tightened to avoid
contamination from foreign matter or moisture.NOTE:Do not allow any other liquids to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result.
WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
can damage your vision if you get it in your
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle’s
paint if spilled on it and not removed imme-
diately.
AIR CONDITIONING CAREG140A01A-AATKeeping the Condenser CleanThe air conditioning condenser (and engine
radiator) should be checked periodically for
accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc.
These can interfere with maximum cooling ef-
ficiency. When removing such accumulations,
brush or hose them away carefully to avoid
bending the cooling fins.
CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUIDG130A01S-AATTo Check the Clutch FluidThe clutch fluid level in the master cylinder
should be checked when performing other un-
der hood services. The system should be
checked for leakage at the same time.
Check to make certain that the clutch fluid level
is always between the "MAX" and "MIN" level
markings on the fluid reservoir. Fill as required.
Fluid loss indicates a leak in the clutch system
which should be inspected and repaired imme-
diately. Consult your Hyundai dealer.
HGK5013
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4. Replace the air conditioner filter with a new
one.
5. Installation is the reverse order of disassem-
bly.
HGK2115
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the air conditioner filter in
the direction of the arrow sign. Otherwise,
it may cause noise or deterioration.
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CHECKING THE FREE-PLAYG150A01A-AATSteering WheelTo check the steering wheel free-play, stop the
car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and
gently move the steering wheel back and forth.
Use very light finger pressure and be sensitive
to changes in resistance that mark the limits of
the free-play. If the free-play is greater than
specified, have it inspected by your Hyundai
dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary.
HGK5019
1.18 in.
(30 mm)
G160A01A-AATClutch PedalWith the engine off, press lightly on the clutch
pedal until you feel a change in 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.
G160A01E
0.24 ~ 0.51 in.
(6~13 mm)
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS4
Oil & Grease Standard
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4)
HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III,
SK ATF SP III or other brands meeting the SP III specification approved
by Hundai Motor Co..
PSF-3
DOT 3 or DOT 4 equivalent
Ethylene glycol base for aluminium radiator
LUBRICATION CHARTJ080A05GK-AAT
API SJ,SL or ABOVE,
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVESAE 5W-20, 5W-30
SAE 10W-30 [ABOVE 0°F(-18°C)]
Item
Engine Oil
Transaxle
Power Steering
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Coolant
Manual
Auto
Q'ty (u.s.qts.) (liter, Imp. qts.)
(Drain and refill)
Engine Oil (with oil filter):
2.0 L :4.2 (4.0, 3.5)
2.7L : 4.76 (4.5, 4.0)
5 speed : 2.27 (2.15, 1.86), 6 speed : 2.32 (2.2, 1.94)
8.2 (7.8, 6.9)
As required
As required
2.0L : 7.4 (7.0, 6.2) 2.7L : 8.5 (8.0, 7.0)
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INDEX
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A
Air Bag...............................................................................................1-26
Air Cleaner Filter ...............................................................................6-12
Air Conditioning
Care..............................................................................................6-19
Operation......................................................................................6-20
Switch...........................................................................................1-75
Air Conditioner Filter ..........................................................................1-84
Antenna..........................................................................................1-125
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................................................2-11
Ashtray..............................................................................................1-52
Automatic Transaxle........................................................................... 2-7
Auto Remote Control Switch .............................................................1-67
B
Battery..................................................................................... 2-16, 6-23
Binding arbitration..............................................................................8-15
Brake
Anti-lock system..........................................................................2-11
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-17
Fluid ..............................................................................................6-18
Pedal clearance...........................................................................6-23
Pedal free-play.............................................................................6-23
Practices......................................................................................2-11
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ........................................................... 1-3
Bulbs Wattage...................................................................................6-39C
Care of Cassette tapes ..................................................................1-123
Care of Disc ...................................................................................1-123
Cassette Tape Player Operation
(H250, H280, J290)............................................. 1-91, 1-105, 1-113
Catalytic Converter............................................................................. 7-3
CD Auto Changer (H260, H280, J290) .................... 1-99, 1-110, 1-118
Child Restraint System......................................................... 1-20 ~ 1-24
Cigarette Lighter................................................................................1-51
Clutch
Checking fluid...............................................................................6-19
Pedal free-play.............................................................................6-22
Combination Light
Auto Light......................................................................................1-46
Headlight flasher..........................................................................1-47
Headlight switch...........................................................................
1-46
High-beam switch........................................................................1-46
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-45
Turn signal operation...................................................................1-45
Compact Disc Player Operation
(H260, H280, J290)............................................. 1-96, 1-107, 1-118
Consumer Information......................................................................8-11
Cooling Fans.....................................................................................6-27
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior....................................................................... 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion....................................... 4-2
Washing and waxing...................................................................... 4-3
Cruise Control...................................................................................1-65