2006 Hyundai Elantra air conditioning

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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
27AIR CONDITIONING CARE
G140A01A-AAT
Keeping the Condenser Clean
The air conditioning condenser (and engine radiator) should be checked periodically for accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc. These caninterfere with maximum cooling effi- ciency. When removing such accu- mulations, brush or hose them awaycarefully to avoid bending the cooling fans.
G140B01A-AAT
Checking the Air Conditioning Operation
1. Start the engine and let it run at a
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 your Hyundai dealer. 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 weather when the air conditioning system is not otherwise in use. CAUTION:
Running the air conditioning sys- tem for extended periods of time with a low refrigerant level maydamage the compressor.
! G140D01S-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 in.). If the belt is too loose, have it ad- justed by your Hyundai dealer.
CRANK PULLEY G140D01A
A/C
TENSION PULLEY 8mm (0.315 in.)

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34POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G220B01A-AAT
Checking Engine Cooling Fan
The engine cooling fan should come on automatically if the engine coolanttemperature is high. G220C01A-AAT
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan
The condenser cooling fan should come on automatically whenever the air conditioning is in operation. G230A03A-GAT
G230A01E
G230A02E
Gasoline engine
Diesel engine
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CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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.
o When lifting a plastic-cased bat-
tery, excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid toleak, resulting in personal injury. Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat- tery when the battery cables areconnected.
o The electrical ignition system works with high voltage. Never touch these components with the engine running or the ignition switched on.
The power steering fluid level should
be checked regularly.

10INDEX
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A Airbag ........................................................................ 1-37
Air Cleaner Filter ....................................................... 6-19
Air Conditioning Care ....................................................................... 6-27
Operation ............................................................... 1-94
Switch ..................................................................... 1-94
Air Filter ........................................................ 1-103, 6-28
Antenna ................................................................... 1-137
Ashtray ...................................................................... 1-66
Audio Fault Code .................................................... 1-113
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System ......1-96
B
Battery ............................................................. 2-20, 6-32 Brake Anti-lock system ..................................................... 2-14
Checking the brakes .............................................. 6-24
Fluid ....................................................................... 6-25
Pedal clearance ..................................................... 6-30
Pedal freepl ay ........................................................ 6-29
Practices ................................................................ 2-16
Breaking-In your New Hyundai ................................... 1-3
Bulbs Repl acement ................................................... 6-38
Bulbs Wat tage ........................................................... 6-45C
Care of Cassette Tapes ....................
..................... 1-135
Care of Disc ............................................................ 1-134
Cassette Tape Player Operation (H240, H280/H290) .................................................................. 1-112, 1-126
Catalytic Converter ...................................................... 7-3
CD Auto Changer (H260, H280/H290) ..........1-120, 1-131
Child Restraint System .............................................. 1-26
Cigarette Lighter ........................................................ 1-65
Clock ......................................................................... 1-64
Clutch
Checking the cluch fluid ............... .......................... 6-26
Pedal freepl ay ........................................................ 6-29
Combination Light Daytime running light ............................................. 1-59
Headlight flasher .................................................... 1-59
Headlight swi tch ..................................................... 1-58
High-beam swi tch .................................................. 1-59
Lane change si gnal ................................................ 1-58
Turn signal oper ation............................................. 1-58
Compact Disc Player Operation (H260, H280/H290)
................................................................. 1-117, 1-128
Cooling Fans ............................................................. 6-34
Corrosion protection Cleaning the interior ................................................. 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion .................. 4-2
Washing and waxing ................................................ 4-4