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F070J01A-AAT
o Brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for run out and wear, and cali- pers for fluid leakage. F070K01A-EAT o Exhaust pipe and sliencer Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, sliencer and hangers for cracks, dete- rioration, or damage. Start the engineand listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. F070L01A-AAT
o Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the specified torque.
F070M01B-AAT
o Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam- age. Replace any damaged parts. F070N01A-AAT
o Power steering pump, belt and hoses
Check the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage. Re- place any damaged or leaking parts immediately. Inspect the power steer-ing belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear, oil contamination and proper tension. Replace or adjust it ifnecessary.
F070P01HP-AAT
o Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, ordamage. Replace any damaged partsand, if necessary, repack the grease.
F070Q01A-AAT
o Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage. Check air conditioning performance ac- cording to the relevant shop manual ifnecessary.
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Engine Compartment ................................................... 6-2
Daily Operating Checks ............................................... 6-4
Engine Oil ..................................................................... 6-4
Engine Oil and Filter Replacement .............................. 6-8
Engine Coolant Checking and Replacing .................... 6-9
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ...................................6-12
Manual Transmission Lubricant ..................................6-15
Automatic Transmission Lubricant ..............................6-16
Brake System Checking ............................................. 6-18
Checking the Clutch Fluid ........................................... 6-19
Air Conditioning System Maintenance ........................ 6-20
Changing the Climate Control Air Filter .. ....................6-22
Checking Engine Drive Belts ...................................... 6-24
Fusible Links ............................................................... 6-25
Battery Mai ntenance ................................................... 6-27
Checking Electric Cooling Fans .................................6-29
Power Steering Fluid Level ......................................... 6-29
Fuel Filter ..................................................................... 6-30
Replacing Headlight Bulbs .......................................... 6-31
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ...................................... 6-33
Bulb Wattages ............................................................. 6-35
Fuse Panel D escription ............................................... 6-36
OWNER MAINTENANCE
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Engine cover 4. Battery 5. Fuse and relay box 6. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner filter
8. Radiator cap
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Automatic transmission fluid level
dipstick (Vehicle with automatictransmission)
11. Engine oil level dipstick
12. Coolant reservoir cap
G010A01HP-EAT Petrol Engine Compartment (3.5 V6)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
G010A01HP-E
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G010C01HP-EAT
Diesel Engine Compartment (2.9 CRDi)
1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Clutch fluid reservoir (Not all models)
3. Engine oil level dipstick
4. Engine cover 5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Battery
7. Fuse and relay box
8. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
9. Air cleaner filter10. Radiator cap
11. Fuel filter
12. Power steering fluid reservoir
13. Coolant reservoir capCAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-ing the engine, you shouldhandle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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G010C01HP-E
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6 OWNER MAINTENANCE
4DAILY OPERATING CHECKS
SG020B1-E The following items should be checked on a daily basis or whenever the vehicle is refuelled, whichever occurssooner.
o Engine oil level.
o Coolant level.
o Power steering fluid level.
o Brake fluid level.
o Windscreen washer fluid level.
o Battery condition.
o Tyre condition and pressures.
o Operation and cleanliness of all lighting equipment.
o Windscreen wiper and washer op-
eration.
o Horn operation.
o Warning light operation.
o Adjustment and cleanliness of mir- rors.
o Seat and seat belt adjustment and operation.
o Fluid leakage. The vehicle must not be driven if the daily operating checks indicate that any item of equipment related to the safety or roadworthiness of the ve-hicle is not functioning correctly.ENGINE OIL
G030A01FC-EAT The correct engine oil level is of para-
mount importance. An excessively high or low oil level may result inirreparable damage being sustained by the engine. The engine oil level must be checked on a daily basis,whenever the vehicle is refuelled or before starting a long trip, whichever occurs sooner.
In addition, it is imperative that only
an approved grade and specificationof oil is used to avoid the possibility ofserious engine damage and prema- ture wear. The use of "budget price" oil is a false economy that must beavoided if the maximum reliability and useful life is to be obtained from the vehicle.MAINTENANCE PRECAU- TIONS
G020D01TG-EAT Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives instructions only for the maintenanceitems that are easy to perform.
Several procedures should be done by
Hyundai authorised repairer.
NOTE: Improper owner maintenance dur-
ing the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
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SG140D1-E
Off Season Maintenance
The air conditioning must be run for ten minutes or so weekly during peri- ods when the system would not nor- mally be used to ensure that thecompressor and seals are lubricated. If this precaution is not observed the compressor seals may become stuckto the compressor shaft and dam- aged when the system is next used resulting in a loss of refrigerant anddamage to the compressor. HPG140B1-E
Compressor Drive Belt The air conditioning compressor drivebelt should be checked to ensurefreedom from damage or excessive wear and correct tension. The belt tension is correct when the belt de-flects by about 0.3 inches (8 mm) when a force of 98 N is applied to the belt halfway between the compressorand crankshaft pulleys. Adjustment of the belt should be entrusted to a Hyundai authorised repairer. NOTE: The compressor drive belt tension for diesel engine is adjusted auto- matically.
G140D01HP
Crankshaft pulley
Petrol Engine
COMP.pulley
Tension pulley
G140D03HP
Diesel Engine
Generator pulley
Water pump pulley
Tension pulley
COMP. pulley Power steeringpulley
Idler pulley
Auto tensioner Crank shaft pulley
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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 brakepedal clearance is the distance from the top surface of the brake pedal to the asphalt sheeting under the floormat.If the brake pedal clearance is notwithin the limits specified in the illus- tration, have it inspected by your Hyundai authorised repairer and ad-justed or repaired if necessary. HPG190A1-E
ADJUSTING DRIVE BELTS
If a belt is loose, adjust it by:CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL CLEARANCE
2.95 in. (75 mm) G180A01L
G190D01HP
Petrol Engine
Idler pulley
Power steering pulley
Crankshaft pulley
Generator pulley Tension pulley
Tension pulley
Tension pulley
COMP. pulley
HHP5049
Diesel Engine
Generator pulley
Tension pulley
COMP. pulley Power steeringpulley
Idler pulley
Auto tensioner Crankshaft pulley Water pump pulley
G180A01A-EAT
CHECKING ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
YG200A1-E
1. With the engine turned off, check the belts for cracks, fraying, or excessive wear. Replace the belt ifit is in poor condition.
2. With your thumb (with a force
approx. 10 kg) press on each beltmidway between the pulleys. Each belt should deflect no more than the amount shown in figure.
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The power steering fluid level should be checked regularly. 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. NOTE: Do not check whilst the engine is running. Do not start the engine when power steering fluid reservoir is empty. Fluid Recommendation Only automatic transmission fluid meeting the specification of PSF-3 orATF DEXRON 2 should be used in the power steering system.POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G230A03A-EAT
Petrol Engine
G230A01HP-E
HHP5014-E
Diesel Engine
!WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by
engine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Do not touchthe radiator fan until it is completely stopped and the battery has been disconnected. As the coolant temperature de-
creases the fan will automaticallyshut off. This is a normal condi- tion.
Checking Engine Cooling Fan The engine cooling fan should auto- matically come on if the engine cool- ant temperature is high.
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan The condenser cooling fan (in front of the condenser) should come on auto- matically whenever the air conditioner is in operation.
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
YG210A1-E