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15CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
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SG100A1-E MANUAL TRANSAXLE LUBRICANT The manual transaxle lubricant must be checked and or changed at the inter- vals specified in the maintenance sched- ule. Only those lubricants specifiedshould be used in order to prevent gear shifting difficulties or transaxle dam- age. WARNING:
The transaxle lubricant level shouldonly be checked when the engine is cold to preclude the possibility of personal injury by contact with hotcomponents.
HXGS506
Drain plug
Filler plug
Recommended Oil Use only the approved transaxle lubri- cant. The recommended lubricants are complete in themselves and the use of additives is neither required nor recom-mended. The use of additives may invalidate the vehicle warranty. Ensure that the vehicle is parked on level ground with the parking brakefirmly applied and the engine cool. Re- move the level plug from the transaxle when lubricant should begin to drip fromthe level hole. If the level is low and no lubricant is seen to drip, add the re- quired quantity of lubricant and replacethe plug.
Transaxle Lubricant Level Checking
G100B01L
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G110D02A-EAT Transaxle Fluid Level Checking The vehicle must be parked on level ground with the parking brake firmlyapplied and the engine at normal oper- ating temperature. (Normal operating temperature will only be achieved whenthe vehicle has been driven for 6 miles or more). With the engine idling and the footbrake applied, the transaxle selector shouldbe moved from the "P" position through to the "L" position and back to the "N" or "P" position.
SG110A2-E AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID The automatic transaxle fluid level should be checked and changed atthose intervals prescribed in the main- tenance schedule. It is of paramount importance that only the specified fluidis used when replenishing or changing the fluid. The use of other fluids may irreparably damage the transaxle andinvalidate the manufacturers warranty. In addition the ingress of dirt or lint may prevent correct functioning of thetransaxle and care must be exercised to prevent the ingress of such matter.
CAUTION:
The transaxle on fluid level must be checked with the engine running and at normal operating temperature and therefore care must be exercised toprevent injury occurring through contact with rotating or hot parts of the engine.
! G110B03A-AAT Recommended Fluid Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with DIA- MOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III.Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty.
NOTE: Basically automatic transaxle fluid is red color. As driving distance in- creases, the fluid color turns darkishred gradually. It is normal condition and you should not use fluid color as a criterion for replacing the transaxlefluid. You must replace the automatic transaxle fluid in accordance withintervals specified in the vehicle maintenances schedule in section 5.
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18BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKING
SG120D1-E Brake Fluid Level
The fluid level in the brake fluid reser- voir should be checked periodically.The level should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. If the level is at or below the"MIN" mark, fluid should be added hav- ing carefully cleaned the area surround- ing the reservoir cap to ensure that dirtis not allowed to enter the system. It should be borne in mind that the brake fluid level will decrease slightly as thefriction linings of the pads and shoes become worn and that this is a normal condition.
! CAUTION:
The automatic transaxle unit is a precision engineered assembly and correct operation is dependant upon the exclusion of dirt and lint from theunit. Therefore, it is imperative that only lint free cloth (eg nylon) is used for wiping the dipstick and that thearea around the dipstick is thor- oughly clean prior to level checking or adding fluid.
Fluid Capacity The total fluid capacity of the transaxle unit is 6.1 litres. SG120A1-E
SG120C2-E Brake Fluid Recommendations Only brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications or higher may beused in the braking system. Care should be taken to observe the instructions and precautions printed upon the con-tainer.! CAUTION:
Correct operation of the braking sys- tem is essential to the safe operationof the vehicle and therefore, any main- tenance operations other than those listed below should be entrusted to aHyundai dealer.
HLC5035-D
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CRANK PULLEY
G140D01A
TENSION PULLEY
A/C
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
SG140C2-E Checking the Refrigerant
1. Start the engine and run at idle for
several minutes with the refrigera- tion system running at the coldest setting.
2. If the air coming out of the in-dash vents is not cold, have the air condi-tioning system inspected by your Hyundai dealer.
! CAUTION:
Running the air conditioning system for extended periods of time with a low refrigerant level may damage thecompressor.
SG140A1-E Condenser Ensure that the condenser is periodi- cally inspected and that accumulationsof dirt, dead insects and leaves etc, are removed to ensure that the efficiency of the system is not impaired. Care mustbe exercised to ensure that the con- denser fins are not damaged during cleaning.
SG140B1-E Compressor Drive Belt
0.315 in. (8mm)
The air conditioning compressor drive belt should be checked to ensure free-dom from damage or excessive wear and correct tension. The belt tension is correct when the belt deflects by about0.3 inches (8 mm) when a force of 98 N is applied to the belt halfway between the compressor and crankshaft pul-leys. Adjustment of the belt should be entrusted to a Hyundai dealer.
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23CHECKING DRIVE BELTS
Water Pump Pulley
Alternator Pulley
Crankshaft Pulley
HTB186
G180A01L
HXGS508 G180A01A-GAT CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL CLEARANCE
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 490 N (50 Kg, 110 lbs). The brake pedalclearance is the distance from the top surface of the brake pedal to the as- phalt sheeting under the floor mat.If the brake pedal clearance is not within the limits specified in the illustra- tion, have it inspected by your Hyundaidealer and adjusted or repaired if nec- essary. 1.78 in. (45.1 mm)
SG170A1-E BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal freeplay should be checked with the engine turned off. Thepedal to floor clearance should be checked with the engine running and a load of 490 N applied to the pedal. Ifeither value is incorrect, the necessary adjustment should be performed by a Hyundai dealer. 0.12 ~ 0.31 in. (3 ~ 8 mm)
The various engine drive belts must be checked for condition, tension and free-dom from damage and excessive wear. The tension of a new belt must be checked after thirty minutes runningfollowing fitment of the new belt to allow for the initial belt stretch.
SG190A1-E (Petrol Engine)
0.2~0.24 in. (5.1~6 mm)
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FUSIBLE LINKS
WARNING:
Under no circumstances should a fusible link be replaced with any- thing other than a new link of thesame rating. The use of higher rated links or other means of connecting the circuit will create a potential firehazard.
G190B01TB-GAT (Diesel Engine)
At the scheduled maintenance inspec- tion, belts should be examined forcracks, wear, fraying or other evidence of deterioration and replaced if neces- sary.Belt routing should also be checked to be sure there is no interference be- tween the belts and other parts of theengine. SG200A1-E The fusible link prevents damage to the wiring harness in the event of an elec-trical system malfunction. Failure of a fusiblelink is indicative of a serious overload condition having occurred andtherefore the electrical system should be checked by a Hyundai dealer before a replacement link is fitted.
A/C comp.
Auto tensioner Pulley
G190B01A
AlternatorPower steeringpump
G200A01A
Melted
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27REMOVAL OF WATER FROM THE FUEL FILTERPOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G300A02B-GAT (DIESEL ENGINE)
If the fuel filter warning light illuminates during driving, it indicates that waterhas accumulated in the fuel filter. If this occurs, remove the water as described below.
SG230B1-E POWER STEERING HOSES Power steering hoses should be checked for damage, deterioration andleakage at each service.
NOTE: Grinding noise from power steering pump may be heard immediately after the engine is started in extremelycold condition (below -4°F). If the noise stops during warm up, there is no abnormal function in the system.This is due to a power steering fluid characteristic in extremely cold con- ditions. FLUID RECOMMENDATION Only automatic transmission fluid meet- ing the specification of PSF-3 or Dexron 2 should be used in the power steering system.
SG230A1-E The power steering fluid level should be checked daily.To check the power steering fluid level, be sure the ignition is "OFF", then check to make certain that the powersteering fluid level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" level markings on the fluid reservoir.
HLC5006
G300A01A
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1. Loosen the drain plug at the bottom
of the fuel filter.
2. Tighten the drain plug when water no longer comes out.
3. Check to be sure that the warning light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to "ON", and that it goes off when the engine is started.If in doubt, consult your nearest au- thorized HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTE: It is recommended that water accu- mulated in the fuel filter should be removed by an authorized Hyundaidealer. WARNING:
Be sure to carefully wipe away any water drained out in this manner, because the fuel mixed in the watermight be ignited and result in a fire. G290A03A-EAT Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure of the following.
1. Keep all tyres 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 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 tyre,jack, and tools). Have the driver or equivalent weight placed in driver's seat.
4. Clean the head lights lens and turn on the headlight (low beam).
G300B01A