2009 Hyundai Elantra bonnet

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Maintenance
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the coolantrecovery reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tyres and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
bonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.

Maintenance
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7
Owner maintenance precautions
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform.
As explained earlier in this section, sev-
eral procedures can be done only by an
authorised Hyundai dealer with special
tools.
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NOTICE
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warran-
ty coverage. For details, read the sepa-
rate Service Passport provided with the
vehicle. If you're unsure about any serv-
icing or maintenance procedure, have it
done by an authorised Hyundai dealer.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
SERVICE
Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule
if the vehicle is usually operated where
none of the following conditions apply. If
any of the following conditions apply, fol-
low Maintenance Under Severe Usage
Conditions.
Repeated short distance driving.
Driving in dusty conditions or sandy areas.
Extensive use of brakes.
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used.
Driving on rough or muddy roads.
Driving in mountainous areas.
Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and/or extremely humid
climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C.
If your vehicle is operated under the
above conditions, you should inspect,replace or refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule.After 96 month or 120,000 km continue
to follow the prescribed maintenance intervals.
WARNING - Maintenance
work
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. You
can be seriously injured while
performing some maintenance
procedures. If you lack sufficient
knowledge and experience or the
proper tools and equipment to do
the work, have it done by an
authorised Hyundai dealer.
Working under the bonnet with the engine running is dangerous.
It becomes even more dangerous
when you wear jewelry or loose
clothing. These can become
entangled in moving parts and
result in injury. Therefore, if you
must run the engine while work-
ing under the bonnet, make cer-
tain that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets,
watches, and necklaces) and all
neckties, scarves, and similar
loose clothing before gettingnear the engine or cooling fans.

Maintenance
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1. Open the bonnet.
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover by
turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlight bulb socket- connector. 4. Unsnap the headlight bulb retaining
wire by depressing the end and push-
ing it upward.
5. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly.
6. Install a new headlight bulb and snap the headlight bulb retaining wire into
position by aligning the wire with the
groove on the bulb.
7. Connect the headlight bulb socket- connector.
8. Install the headlight bulb cover by turn- ing it clockwise.
Turn signal light/position light, fog
light bulb (if equipped)
If the light bulb is not operating, have the
vehicle checked by an authorised
Hyundai dealer. Side repeater light bulb replace- ment
1. Remove the light assembly from the
vehicle by prying the lens and pulling
the assembly out.
2. Disconnect the bulb electrical connec- tor.
3. Separate the socket and the lens parts by turning the socket counterclockwise
until the tabs on the socket align with
the slots on the lens part.
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Index
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Air cleaner ··································································· 7-23
Airbag-supplemental restraint system ························· 3-26
Appearance care ·························································· 7-56
Audio system ······························································· 4-82
Automatic climate control system ······························· 4-64
Automatic transaxle ······················································· 5-9
Automatic transaxle fluid ············································ 7-20
Battery ········································································· 7-29
Before driving ································································ 5-3
Bonnet ············································································4-17
Boot················································································4-12
Brake system ······························································· 5-15
Brake and clutch fluid ················································· 7-19
Bulb wattage ·································································· 8-2
Child restraint system ·················································· 3-20
Climate control air filter ·············································· 7-25
Cruise control system ·················································· 5-25Defroster ······································································ 4-54
Dimensions ···································································· 8-2
Door locks ····································································· 4-8
Economical operation ·················································· 5-29
Emergency starting ························································ 6-4
Emission control system ·············································· 7-62
Engine compartment ······················································ 7-2
Engine coolant ····························································· 7-17
Engine number ······························································· 8-7
Engine oil ····································································· 7-16
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ············· 7-13
Fuel filler lid ································································ 4-19
Fuel requirements ·························································· 1-3
Fuses ············································································ 7-41
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