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CHECKING AND CHANGING
THE ENGINE COOLANT!
G050A01TG-AAT
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. When the engine is hot, the
engine coolant is under pressure and
may erupt through the opening if the cap
is removed. You could be seriously
burned if you do not observe this precau-
tion. Do not remove the radiator cap until
the radiator is cool to the touch.
!
NOTE:o It is recommended that the engine oil
and filter should be changed by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.
o Always dispose of used engine oil in
an environmentally acceptable man-
ner. It is suggested that it be placed in
a sealed container and taken to a
service station for reclamation. Do
not pour the oil on the ground or put it
into the household trash.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
This product contains a chemical known
to the State of California to cause can-
cer. Used engine oil may cause irritation
or cancer of the skin if left in contact with
the skin for prolonged periods of time.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that
have caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Always protect your skin by wash-
ing your hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible after
handling used oil.
!!
CAUTION:
Slowly pour the recommended oil into a
funnel. Do not overfill to avoid damage to
the engine.
NOTE:It is recommended that the engine cool-
ant should be changed by an authorized
Hyundai dealer. The distance between the "F" and "L" marks
is equal to about 1 quart of oil.
G050A01TG
WARNING:
Be very careful not to touch the radiator
hose when adding the engine oil as it may
be hot enough to burn you.

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CAUTION:
o Operating your vehicle without using
a proper air cleaner filter in place can
result in excessive engine wear.
o When removing the air cleaner filter,
be careful that dust or dirt does not
enter the air intake. These may result
in damage to the air cleaner filter.
!
CHANGING THE AIR
CLEANER FILTERG070A03Y-AATThe replacement of the air cleaner filter is
performed in the following manner.
1. Unsnap the clips around the cover.
2. When this is done, the cover can be
lifted off, the old filter removed and the
new filter put in its place.
Genuine Hyundai replacement parts are
recommended.
HTG5013
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADESG080A02A-AATThe wiper blades should be carefully in-
spected from time to time and cleaned to
remove accumulations of road 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 the
glass, replace them with genuine Hyundai
replacement parts or their equivalent.
G080A01TG

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CHANGING THE CLIMATE
CONTROL AIR FILTERB145A01TG-AAT(For Evaporator and Blower Unit)The climate control air filter is located in the
upper portion of the blower fan.
It helps to decrease the amount of pollut-
ants entering the car.
1. Open the glove box.
2. Pull the glove box cylinder to unlock the
glove box retainer.
HTG2167 G140C01A-AAT
LubricationTo lubricate the compressor and the seals
in the system, the air conditioning should
be run for at least 10 minutes each week.
This is particularly important during cool
weather when the air conditioning system
is not otherwise in use.
AIR CONDITIONING CARE
!
G140A01A-AATKeeping the Condenser CleanThe air conditioning condenser (and en-
gine radiator) should be checked periodi-
cally for accumulation of dirt, dead insects,
leaves, etc. These can interfere with maxi-
mum cooling efficiency. When removing
such accumulations, brush or hose them
away carefully to avoid bending the cool-
ing fans.G140B01A-AATChecking the Air Conditioning Op-
eration1. Start the engine and let it run at a fast idle
for several minutes with the air condi-
tioning set at the maximum cold setting.
2. If the air coming out of the in-dash vents
is not cold, have the air conditioning
system inspected by your Hyundai
dealer.
CAUTION:
Running the air conditioning system for
extended periods of time with a low re-
frigerant level may damage the com-
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3. Lower the glove box down completely
by pushing both sides of the glove box
inward.
HTG2168
HNF2165
!
5. Replace the climate control air filter by
lifting it.
6. Installation is the reverse order of disas-
sembly.
CAUTION:
To prevent pollutants from entering the
car, be sure to properly install the cli-
mate control air filter.
4. Pull out the climate control air filter with
the hooks on both sides pressed.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to press the hooks in the
opposite direction.
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INDEX
2
A
Accessory Box ....................................................................1-97
Advanced Supplemental Restraint (AIRBAG)
System (SRS) ....................................................................1-43
Curtain airbag .................................................................1-56
Driver's and passenger's front airbag ............................1-44
Occupant classification system ......................................1-51
Side impact airbag .........................................................1-55
Air Cleaner Filter .................................................................. 6-8
Air Conditioning
Care.................................................................................6-16
Operation............................................................ 1-126, 6-16
Switch............................................................................1-128
Antenna ............................................................................1-138
Ashtray................................................................................1-88
Audio System ...................................................................1-139
Audio remote control switch .........................................1-121
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System ............1-125
Automatic-Dimming Mirror with Z-Nav™ Electronic Compass
Display and HomeLink
®
..................................................................................
1-101
B
Battery .................................................................................6-21
Binding Arbitration .............................................................8-18
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .........................................2-11
Checking the brakes ......................................................6-14
Fluid.................................................................................6-14
Practices..........................................................................2-14
Breaking-In your New Hyundai ........................................... 1-3C
Care of Discs ....................................................................1-137
Catalytic Converter ............................................................... 7-3
Child Restraint System ......................................................1-34
Installing a child restraint seat with
"Tether Anchorage" system ...........................................1-36
Securing a child restraint seat with
"Child Seat Lower Anchor" system ...............................1-37
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock .......................................... 1-9
Cigarette Lighter ................................................................1-87
Climate Control Air Filter ....................................... 1-134, 6-16
Clock...................................................................................1-87
Combination Light ..............................................................1-80
Auto Light ........................................................................1-81
Headlight flasher ............................................................1-82
Headlight switch .............................................................1-80
High-beam switch ...........................................................1-82
Lane change signal ........................................................1-80
Parking light auto off ......................................................1-81
Turn signal operation .....................................................1-80
Console Box .......................................................................1-97
Consumer Information .......................................................8-15
Cooling Fans ......................................................................6-23
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior ......................................................... 4-6
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion .......................... 4-2
Washing and waxing ........................................................ 4-4
Cruise Control ..................................................................1-118