2006 Hyundai Elantra washer fluid

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1. Radiator cap
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuel filter
6. Clutch fluid reservoir
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10.Air cleaner filter
11.Battery 12.Relay boxG010E01E
G010E01E-GAT
(DIESEL)
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CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should handle tools and otherheavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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7GENERAL CHECKS
G020A02A-AAT
Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regu- larly:
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 o Defroster, heating system opera-
tion (and air conditioning, if in- stalled)
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, includ-
ing clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, in- cluding "PARK" mechanism opera-tion
o Seat control condition and opera-
tion
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrectly, inspect it care- fully and seek assistance from yourHyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020B01A-AAT
Vehicle Exterior
The 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)
G020C01A-AAT
Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each
time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation

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FILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIRWINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
G090A02E
The washer fluid reservoir supplies
fluid to the windshield washer sys- tem. Diesel engine
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G090A01E
CAUTION:
o Do not operate the wipers on dry glass. This can result in morerapid wear of the wiper bladesand may scratch the glass.
o Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Gasoline engine
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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21CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
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G100A01A
G100A04A-GAT MANUAL TRANSAXLE Transaxle lubricant in the manual transaxle should be checked at thoseintervals 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 (2.27 U.S. quarts). Drain plug
Filler plug
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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 reservoiris 3.0 liters (3.2 U.S. quarts).
CAUTION:
o Radiator antifreeze (engine cool- ant) should not be used in thewasher system because it will damage the car's finish.
o The washer should not be oper- ated if the washer reservoir is empty. This can damage thewasher fluid pump. WARNING:
o Windshield washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcoholand can be flammable under cer-tain circumstances. Do not allow sparks of flame to contact the washer fluid or the washer fluidreservoir. Damage to the vehicle or its occupants could occur.
o Windshield washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals.Do not drink windshield washer fluid. Serious injury or death could occur.

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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 levelshould be at its bottom edge. If it is not, check for leaks before addingoil. To refill the transaxle or bring the oil level up,add oil slowly until it reaches the proper level. Do notoverfill.
3. Replace the plug and washer, screw it in with your fingers and then tighten securely with the wrench.
G110A02E-AAT
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Transaxle fluid in the automatictransaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main- tenance schedule in Section 5.
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To Check the Maunal Transaxle Fluid Level
G100B01L
Park the car on level ground with the
engine off. 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. NOTE: Automatic transaxle fluid is a 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 needto replace based upon the changing color.
You must replace the automatic
transaxle fluid in accordance withintervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in section5.
!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 cautionto avoid burning yourself on hot engine or exhaust parts.

10INDEX
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H Hazard Warning Syst em ........................................... 1-64
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ....................................6-36
Headlight Leveling Device Syst em ...........................1-69
Headlight Washer Switch ............ .............................. 1-62
Heating and cooling control ...................................... 1-87
Heating and Ventilation ............................................. 1-88
Air flow control ....................................................... 1-88
Air intake control .................................................... 1-90
Bi-level heating ....................................................... 1-92
Defrost/Defogging .................................................. 1-92
Fan speed control .................................................. 1-91
Temperature control ............................................... 1-91
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light................................. 1-78
Hood Release ............................................................ 1-78
Horn 1-83 I
If your car must be towed ......................................... 3-11
Ignition Switch ............................................................. 2-3
Immobilizer System ..................................................... 1-5
Instrument Cluster and Indicator ............................... 1-44
Instrument Panel Light Control (RHEOSTAT) ............ 1-65
Interior Light Interior light ............................................................ 1-73
Map light ................................................................ 1-72
JJump Starting .............................................................. 3-3 K
Key .............................................................................. 1-5
If you lose your keys ............................................. 3-13
Positions ................................................................... 2-4
Keyless Entry System .............................................. 1-12
LLubrication Chart ......................................................... 9-4
Luggage Net ............................................................. 1-82
MMaintenance Intervals Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ......... 5-8
Maintenance under severe usage conditions .......... 5-7 Scheduled maintenance ........................................... 5-4
Service requ irements............................................... 5-2
Mirrors
Outside rearview mirror .................... ..................... 1-74
Outside rearview mirror heater .............................. 1-76
Folding the outside rearview mirrors ....................... 1-76
Day/night inside rearview ....... .................................1-76
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Odometer/ Trip Odometer ......... ...............................1-55
P Parking Brake ........................................................... 1-67
Power Outle t ............................................................. 1-66
Power Steering Fluid Level .......................................6-34
Power Windows ......................................................... 1-13

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TransaxleAutomatic ................................................................. 2-9
Automatic transaxle fluid checkin g ........................6-22
Manual ..................................................................... 2-7
Manual transaxle Oil checking ...............................6-21
Trip Computer ........................................................... 1-56
Trip Odometer ........................................................... 1-55
Trunk Lid/Tail gate ..................................................... 1-81
VVehicle Identification Number ..................................... 8-2
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Warning And Indicator Light .....................................1-48
Windshield Wiper and Washer................................. 1-60
Adjustable intermittent wiper operation ..................1-60
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 1-61
Windshield Wiper Blades ................... ....................... 6-20
Winter Driving ........................................................... 2-19