2006 Hyundai Matrix Owner's Manual

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ENGINE COOLANT CHECK- ING AND REPLACING
SG050B1-E Coolant recommended G050B01FC
SG050A1-E
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot, since the system is pressurised and coolant may be ejected from the radiator resultingin scalding.
G050B02FC
Petrol engine Diesel engine
Only ethylene glycol based coolantwith a corrosion inhibitor suited to alu- minium alloy engine components should be used in the cooling system. No further additives or inhibitors should be used. The coolant specific gravityshould be checked as prescribed in the maintenance schedule to ensure adequate frost and corrosion protec-tion. In addition, the engine coolant must be replaced at the specified in- terval since the corrosion inhibitor prop-erties deteriorate with time. It is important to note that whilst an
increase in the concentration of antifreeze gives an increase in the level of frost protection, a solution which is in excess of 65% anti freeze will result inreduced frost protection and engine overheating. Therefore the recom- mended concentration of 50% shouldnot be exceeded for general use. The use of methanol based anti freeze
compounds may result in engine over-heating and will invalidate the vehicle warranty.
NOTE: It is imperative that vehicles fitted
with an air conditioning system have a coolant concentration of the rec-ommended strength at all times. The use of the air conditioning sys- tem when the cooling system isfilled with water only will result in the heater matrix freezing and sub- sequently bursting.

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SG050C1-E
To Check the Coolant Level If the level is below the "L" mark, add coolant of the correct concentrationuntil the level is between the "L" and "F" marks. If the level falls below the "L" mark on a regular basis despitebeing topped up, consult a Hyundai authorised repairer.
G050C01FC G050C02FC
Petrol engine
Diesel engine
The engine coolant level may be observed through the side of the plas- tic coolant reservoir (expansion tank) when the engine is cold.
G050D01FC
SG050D2-E
To Change the Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
those intervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5.
NOTE: Care should be taken to ensure that
coolant is not allowed to spill onto the paintwork since the finish maybecome damaged. If coolant spill- age occurs, the affected area should be rinsed thoroughly with water.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground
and ensure that the parking brake is firmly applied, and the engine al- lowed to cool. Do not attempt this operation whilst the engine is hot since burning or scalding may result. 2. Prepare a suitable receptacle to
collect the displaced coolant and position this under the radiator drain tap.
3. With the heater temperature control set to the "HOT" position, removethe radiator cap and open the radia- tor drain tap.
4. When the engine coolant has drained completely, close the drain tap en-suring that this is not over tight- ened.
5. Prepare a suitable quantity of new engine coolant (refer to section 9)and pour this into the radiator.

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SPARKING PLUG REPLACE- MENT
G060A01L
SG060A1-E
(Petrol Engine)
This operation should only be per-
formed when the engine is cold.
1. Remove the centre cover from the engine rocker cover.
2. Remove plug lead from the sparking
plug to be replaced, pulling the lead by the rubber cap. (Pulling the lead may damage the carbon conductor).
G050D02FC
6. Start the engine with the radiator cap still removed and continue to add coolant as the level decreases as air is expelled from the system.When the level remains constant, replace the radiator cap and replen- ish the coolant reservoir.
7. When the engine is hot, check to ensure that no coolant leaks arepresent. WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by
engine coolant temperature and maysometimes operate even when theengine is not running. Use extreme caution when working near the blades of the cooling fan so thatyou are not injured by a rotating fan blade. As the engine coolant tem- perature decreases, the fan will au-tomatically shut off. This is a nor- mal condition. 0.039~0.043 in. (1.0~1.0 mm)

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HGK256
3. Clean around the base of the plug to be removed, and install the plug socket ensuring that the ceramic insulator does not become dam- aged. Turn the socket counterclock-wise to remove the plug.
CAUTION:
Sparking plugs must only be cleaned using purpose designed equipment. Wire brushing may dam-age the centre electrode insulator causing misfiring to occur. Only the correct grade of sparking plugshould be used. Use of an incorrect grade may result in serious engine damage.
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gap between the centre and outer elec- trodes must be checked and adjustedas necessary.
Adjustment is facilitated by bending
the outer electrode towards or away from the centre electrode. Under no circumstances should attempts bemade to adjust the position of the centre electrode.
4. Insert the sparking plug into the cylinder head and using a suitable plug socket, slowly rotate the spark-ing plug, (being careful not to cross- thread) until the plug contacts the seating area. Tighten the plug with plug socket by a further 1/2 to 3/4 of a furn only.
HGK257
5. Replace the plug lead ensuring thatthe cap is pushed firmly into place. Confirm that the cap is correctlyseated by lightly pulling upon it.
NOTE: When replacing the spark plug, al- ways use the genuine parts recom- mended. Recommended Spark PlugsHGK258
CHAMPION NGK RC10YC4
BKR5ES-11

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G070A01E-EAT
HFC5003
Petrol engine
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G070A02FC
Diesel engine Lift out the air flow sensor followed by
the air cleaner element. Replacement of the element is the reverse of the above.
CAUTION:
o The air flow sensor is a precision engineered electronic measuringdevice and therefore care should be exercised that the air flow sen-sor is not damaged during re- placement of the element.
o When removing the air cleaner element, be careful that dust or dirt does not enter the air intake.These may result in damage to the air cleaner element.
To ensure maximum filtration perfor-
mance and continued engine perfor- mance, only genuine Hyundai replace-ments should be used.
WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES
G080A01A-EAT 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 or detergent and water. If the wipers continue to streak or smear theglass, replace them with genuine Hyundai replacement. HEF119
To replace the air cleaner element, remove the air intake ducting from theair flow sensor body and unfasten the spring clips holding the air flow sensor top to the body.

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CAUTION:
o Do not operate the wipers on dry glass since rapid wear and dam- age to the windscreen glass mayresult.
o Keep the blade rubber out of con- tact with petroleum products suchas engine oil, petrol, etc.
G080B01HR-EAT
Replacing the Wiper Blades
To replace the wiper blades, raise the
wiper to the vertical. To remove the wiper blade
1. Push down the wiper blade with the locking clip (1) pressed to detach it from the wiper arm. HHR5048
(1)2. Raise the wiper blade lightly and
pull up it. HHR5049
HHR5050
To install the wiper blade

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The level of windscreen washer fluid available should be checked on a daily basis. The level of fluid will be visible through the side of the reservoir.When the fluid is to be replenished, only a proprietary screen wash addi- tive should be used and in the concen- tration recommended by the manufac- turer. The windscreen washer reser- voir has a total capacity of 3 litres.
WINDSCREEN WASHER RESERVOIR REPLENISH- MENT
SG090A2-E
HFC5010
!CAUTION:
Engine coolant anti freeze must not
be used in the windscreen washer system since damage to the paintwork may result.
HHR5051
1. Put a new wiper blade onto the
wiper arm and lower the wiper blade at the level of the wiper arm as shown in the drawing.
2. Pull up the wiper blade until you hear an audible "click" to engage in the end of the wiper arm.
NOTE: Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windscreen.
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Undiluted windscreen washer addi-
tive must not be allowed to come into contact with the paintwork. If spillage occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Do notoperate the windscreen washer for more than 15 seconds continuously or when the reservoir is empty sincedamage to the washer pump will result.
WARNING:
o Windscreen washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol and 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 Windscreen washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals. Do not drink windscreen washerfluid. Serious injury or death could occur.

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G100B01L
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CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
SG100A1-E
MANUAL TRANSAXLE LUBRI-CANT
The manual transaxle lubricant must
be checked and or changed at the intervals specified in the maintenanceschedule. Only those lubricants speci- fied should be used in order to prevent gear shifting difficulties or transaxledamage. WARNING:
The transaxle lubricant level should only be checked when the engine is cold to preclude the possibility ofpersonal injury by contact with hot components. Recommended Oil Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS
MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4) in the manual transaxle. Transaxle Lubricant Level Checking Ensure that the vehicle is parked on level ground with the parking brakefirmly applied and the engine cool. Remove the level plug from the transaxle when lubricant should beginto drip from the level hole. If the level is low and no lubricant is seen to drip, add the required quantity of lubricantand replace the plug.
G100A01A
Drain plug
Filler plug