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CHECKING THE BRAKES
G120A01A-AAT
! CAUTION:
Because brakes are essential to the safe operation of the car, it issuggested that they be checked and inspected by your Hyundai dealer. The brakes should bechecked and inspected for wear at those intervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule inSection 5.
WARNING (Diesel only):
Never work on injection system
with engine running or within 30 seconds after shutting off engine. High pressure pump, rail, injec-tors and high pressure pipes are subject to high pressure even af- ter the engine stopped. The fuel jetproduced by fuel leaks may cause serious injury, if it touch the body. People using pacemakers shouldnot move than 30cm closer to the ECU or wiring harness within the engine room while engine is run-ning, since the high currents in the Common Rail system produce considerable magnetic fields.
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled byengine coolant temperature andmay sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Use extreme caution when workingnear the blades of the cooling fan so that you are not injured by a rotating fan blade. As the enginecoolant temperature decreases, the fan will automatically shut off. This is a normal condition.Fluid level should be within this range
3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range. Do not overfill. C090A03FC

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G120C02A-AAT
Recommended Brake Fluid
Use only hydraulic brake fluid con- forming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifica-tions in your braking system. Follow the instructions printed on the con- tainer. G120D01A-AAT
To Check the Fluid Level
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G120B01A-AAT Checking the Brake Fluid Level
WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint ifspilled on it and not removed im- mediately. The level should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of thereservoir. If the level is at or below the "MIN" mark, carefully add fluid to bring it up to "MAX". Do not overfill.
HFC5005
Gasoline engine
G120D02FC
Diesel engine
The fluid level in the brake fluid reser- voir should be checked periodically.

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The system should be checked for leakage at the same time. Check tomake certain that the clutch fluid level is always between the "MAX" and "MIN" level markings on the fluid res-ervoir. Fill as required. Fluid loss indi- cates a leak in the clutch system which should be inspected and re-paired immediately. Consult your Hyundai dealer.
G130A01S-AAT To Check the Clutch Fluid
Gasoline engine
Diesel engine
!
G120E02A-AAT
Adding Brake Fluid
WARNING:
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only DOT 3 or DOT4 specification fluid from a sealed container. Do not allow the fluid can or reservoir to remain openany longer than required. This will prevent entry of dirt and moisture which can damage the brake sys-tem and cause improper opera- tion. To add brake fluid, first wipe away any dirt then unscrew the fluid reser-voir cap. Slowly pour the recom- mended fluid into the reservoir. Do not overfill. Carefully replace the capon the reservoir and tighten. HFC5005
G120D02FC
The clutch fluid level in the master
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G130B02A-AAT To Replace the Fluid Recommended brake fluid conform- ing to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification should be used. The reservoir cap must be fully tightened to avoid con-tamination from foreign matter or moisture. NOTE: Do not allow any other liquids to contaminate the brake fluid. Sealdamage will result.
WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It can damage your vision if you get it in your eyes. It will alsodamage your vehicle's paint if spilled on it and not removed im- mediately.
AIR 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 timewith a low refrigerant level maydamage the compressor.
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G170A01A-GAT
Brake pedal
HXGS508
3 ~ 8 mm (0.12 ~ 0.31 in.)
With the engine off, press down on the brake pedal several times to re-duce the vacuum in the brake booster.Then, using your hand, press downslowly on the brake pedal until you feel a change in resistance. This is the brake pedal freeplay. The freeplayshould be within the limits specified in the illustration. If it is not, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer andadjusted or repaired if necessary.
Water Pump Pulley Alternator Pulley
Crankshaft Pulley 5~6 mm(0.2~0.24 in.)
HTB186
G190A01A-GAT Gasoline Engine Drive belts should be checked peri- odically for proper tension and ad-justed if necessary. At the same time, belts should be examined for cracks, wear, fraying or other evidence ofdeterioration and replaced if neces- sary. Belt routing should also be checked to be sure there is no interference between the belts and other parts of the engine. After a belt is replaced,the new belt should be adjusted again after two or three weeks to eliminate slack resulting from initial stretchingafter use.
G180A01A-GAT CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL CLEARANCE
G180A01L
45.1 mm (1.78 in.)
You need a helper to check the brake pedal clearance. With the engine run- ning, have your helper press down on the brake pedal several times andthen hold it down with a force of about 490N (50 kg, 110 lbs). The brake pedal clearance is the distance fromthe top surface of the brake pedal to the asphalt sheeting under the floor mat. If the brake pedal clearance isnot within the limits specified in the illustration, have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or re-paired if necessary. CHECKING DRIVE BELTS

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2
J010A01FC-GAT MEASUREMENT
4,025(158.4)1,740(68.5) 1,635(64.3)
*1,685(66.3)
2,600(102.3) 1,485 (58.5)1,485 (58.5)
Overall lengthOverall width Overall height (unladen) Wheel base Wheel tread
Front
Rear
Type Wheel free playRack stroke Oil pump type Rack and pinion0 ~ 30 mm (0 ~ 1.18 in.) 146±1mm (5.7±0.04 in.)Vane type
J060A01S-GAT FUEL SYSTEM
J020A01FC-GATPOWER STEERING J030A01FC-GATTIRE
185/65 R14 195/55 R15205/55 R15 (1.8 DOHC only)
StandardOption
J050A01FC-GAT BRAKE Dual hydraulic with brake booster Ventilated discDrum Cable
Type Front brake typeRear brake type Parking brake
Item Battery Generator
J040A03FC-GAT ELECTRICAL
GASOLINE
MF45AH, MF60AH(12V) 90A (13.5V)
mm (in.)
Fuel tank capacityLiter
55 US.gal
14.5 Imp.gal
12
DIESEL
CMF 68 AH 120A (12V)
*Installed roof rack J030B01FC-GAT SPARE TIRE
Temporary Full size
StandardOption

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4LUBRICATION CHART
Oil & Grease Standard
API SJ, SL SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
or ABOVE, SAE 10W-30 (ABOVE -18°C)
ILSAC GF-3 SAE 15W-40 (ABOVE -13°C)
or ABOVE SAE 20W-50 (ABOVE -7°C)
API CH-4 SAE 30 (0°C ~ 40°C)
or ABOVE, SAE 20W-40 (ABOVE -10°C)
ACEA B4 SAE 15W-40 (ABOVE -15°C)
or ABOVE SAE 10W-30 (-20°C ~ 40°C) SAE 5W-30 (-25°C ~ 40°C) SAE 0W-30 (BELOW 10°C) *1, *2
*1. Restricted to driving condition and area*2. Not recommended for sustained high speed vehicle operation Normal driving condition Severe driving condition 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 approved by Hyundai Motor Co., PSF-3 DOT 3, DOT 4 or equivalent Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator Q'ty (liter)
1.6 DOHC - 3.3 (with oil filter) (3.5 us.qts., 2.9 Imp.qts)
1.8 DOHC - 4.0 (with oil filter) (4.2 us.qts., 3.5 Imp.qts)
1.5 CRDi - 5.3 (with oil filter)
(5.6 us.qts., 4.7 Imp.qts)
MAX. 1L / 1,500 Km MAX. 1L / 1,000 Km2.15 (2.3 us. qts., 1.86 Imp. qts) 2.0 (2.11 us. qts., 1.76 Imp. qts) (1.5 CRDi) 6.1 (6.4 us. qts., 5.3 Imp.qts) (1.6 DOHC)6.7 (7.0 us. qts., 5.8 Imp.qts) (1.8 DOHC) As required As requiredGasoline : 6.2(1.6 DOHC), 6.5(1.8 DOHC) Diesel : 6.3
J080A07FC-GAT
Item
Engine Oil Gasoline Diesel
Recommends Engine oil consumption Transaxle Manual Automatic
Power steering Brake fluid Coolant

10INDEX
2
A Accessory Tray ......................................................... 1-72
Air Bag ...................................................................... 1-37
Air Cleaner Filter ........................................................ 6-17
Air Conditioning
Care ........................................................................ 6-26
Operation ................................................................ 6-26
Switch ..................................................................... 1-89
Air Conditioner Filter .................................................. 1-99
Antenna ................................................................... 1-133
Ashtray ...................................................................... 1-66
Audio System .......................................................... 1-102
Auto Fuel Cut Switch ................................................ 1-82
BBattery .............................................................. 2-21, 6-32
Bleeding The Fuel System ........................................ 6-35
Brake Anti-lock system ..................................................... 2-13
Brake traction control system ................................ 2-14
Checking the brakes ............................................... 6-23
Fluid ........................................................................ 6-24
Pedal clearance ...................................................... 6-29
Pedal free play ....................................................... 6-29
Practices ................................................................ 2-17
Brake Pad Wear Warning Sound ............................... 1-53
Brake Traction Control System ................................. 2-14
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ..................................... 1-3
Bulbs W attage ........................................................... 6-40C
Care of Cassette Tapes ..........................................
1-132
Care of Disc ............................................................ 1-131
Cargo Area Cover ...................................................... 1-81
Cassette Tape Player Operation (H220, H280) ................ .
.................................................................. 1-108, 1-122
Catalytic Converter ...................................................... 7-3
CD Auto changer ....................................................... 1-79
CD Auto Changer (H260, H280) ....................1-116, 1-127
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ................................... 1-9
Child Restraint System ................................... 1-28 ~ 1-34
Cigarette Lighter ........................................................ 1-65
Clutch
Checking fluid ........................................................ 6-25
Pedal free play ...................................................... 6-28
Combination Light Headlight flasher ..................................................... 1-60
Headlight swi tch ..................................................... 1-59
High-beam switch ................................................... 1-60
Lane change si gnal ................................................. 1-59
Turn signal operation .............................................. 1-59
Compact Disc Player Operation (H260, H280) ................ .
.................................................................. 1-113, 1-124
Cooling Fans ............................................................. 6-34
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior .................................................. 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ................... 4-2
Washing and waxing ................................................. 4-4