
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
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G255A01TB-DAT INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL * A detailed explanation of these items will be found on page 1-37
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator ABS Service Reminder Indicator Turn Signal Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Light Oil Pressure Warning Light Hand Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning Light Charging System Warning LightTail Gate Open Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light and Chime
Low Fuel Level Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Light Seat Belt Reminder Light
O/D OFF Indicator (Automatic transaxle only)
Immobiliser Indicator Light
Electronic Stability Program Indicator Lights (If Installed)
Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 35
B260A01TB-DAT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR A Type (Without Trip Computer)
1. Immobiliser Indicator Light
2. Tachometer
3. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
4. Turn Signal Indicator Light
5. Fuel Gauge
6. Odometer/Trip Odometer
7. Speedometer
8. Tail Gate Open Warning Light
9. High Beam Indicator Light OTB028112
10. Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light
11. Door Ajar Warning Light
12. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
13. Low Fuel Warning Light
14. Hand Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
15. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator Light (If installed) 16. Seat Belt Warning Light
17. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
18. Oil Pressure Warning Light
19. Charging System Warning Light
20. Overdrive off Indicator Light
(Auto T/A only)
21. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
(If installed)

1- 36 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
B260B01TB-DAT B Type (With Trip Computer)
1. Immobiliser Indicator Light
2. Tachometer
3. Automatic Transaxle Position
Indicator Light
4. Turn Signal Indicator Light
5. Fuel Gauge
6. Trip Computer (If installed)
7. Odometer/Trip Odometer
8. Speedometer
9. Tail Gate Open Warning Light OTB028110
10. High Beam Indicator Light
11. Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light
12. Door Ajar Warning Light
13. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
14. Low Fuel Warning Light
15. Hand Brake/Brake Fluid Level
Warning Light
16. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator Light (If installed) 17. Seat Belt Warning Light
18. ABS Warning Light (If installed)
19. Oil Pressure Warning Light
20. Charging System Warning Light
21. Overdrive Off Indcator Light
(Auto T/A only)
22. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
(If installed)

1- 38 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
The brake warning light indicates that the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder is low and hydraulic brake fluidconforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 speci- fications should be added. After add- ing fluid, if no other trouble is found, thecar should be carefully driven to a Hyundai dealer for inspection. If fur- ther trouble is experienced, the vehicleshould not be driven at all but taken to a dealer by a professional towing ser- vice or some other safe method. YourHyundai is equipped with dual-diago- nal braking systems. This means you still have braking on two wheels even ifone of the dual systems should fail. With only one of the dual systems working, more than normal pedal traveland greater pedal pressure are re- quired to stop the car. Also, the car will not stop in as short a distance with onlya portion of the brake system working. If the brakes fail while you are driving, shift to a lower gear for additionalengine braking and stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so.
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B260H03A-DAT
Hand Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
Warning Light Operation The hand brake/brake fluid level warn- ing light should come on when the hand brake is applied and the ignitionswitch is turned to "ON" or "START". After the engine is started, the light should go out when the hand brake isreleased. If the hand brake is not ap- plied, the warning light should come on when the ignition switch is turned to"ON" or "START", then go out when the engine starts. If the light comes on at any other time, you should slow thevehicle and bring it to a complete stop in a safe location off the roadway. WARNING:
If you suspect brake trouble, haveyour brakes checked by a Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. Drivingyour car with a problem in either the brake electrical system or brake hydraulic system is dangerous, andcould result in serious injury or death.
B260G01A-DAT
Oil Pressure Warning Light CAUTION:
The oil pressure warning light comes on whenever there is insuf- ficient oil pressure. In normal op-eration, it should come on when the ignition switch is turned on, then go out when the engine isstarted. If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is running, there is a serious malfunc-tion. If this happens, stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so, turn off theengine and check the oil level. If the oil level is low, fill engine oil to the proper level and start the engineagain. If the light stays on with the engine running, turn the engine off immediately. In any instance wherethe oil light stays on when the engine is running, the engine should be checked by a Hyundai dealer beforethe car is driven again.
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2- 16 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
C160G01A-GAT To Keep Locks from Freezing To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerineinto the key opening. If a lock is cov- ered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If thelock is frozen internally, you may be able to thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle the heated key with careto avoid burning your fingers. NOTE: The proper temperature for using the immobilizer key is from -40°C to80°C. If you heat the immobilizer key over 80°C to open a frozen lock, it may cause damage to the tran-sponder in its head.
C160F01A-AAT Check Spark Plugs and Ignition System Inspect your spark plugs as described in Section 6 and replace them if neces- sary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are notcracked, worn or damaged in any way.
C160E01A-AAT Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Necessary In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. SeeSection 9 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you should use, consult your Hyundai dealer.
C160C01A-AAT
Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It is the only type ofcoolant that should be used because it helps prevent corrosion in the cooling system, lubricates the water pump andprevents freezing. Be sure to replace or replenish your coolant in accor- dance with the maintenance schedulein Section 5. Before winter, have your coolant tested to assure that its freez- ing point is sufficient for the tempera-tures anticipated during the winter. C160D01A-DAT Check Battery and Cables Winter puts additional burdens on the battery and charging system. Visually inspect the battery and cables as de-scribed in Section 6. The level of charge in your battery can be checked by your Hyundai dealer or a service station.

3- 2 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
HTB165
D010B02A-AAT If Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly 2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you operate the starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to
start it. See instructions for "Jump Starting".
D010C01A-DAT If Engine Turns Over Normally but Does Not Start 4 If engine still refuses to start, call a
Hyundai dealer or seek other quali- fied assistance.
D010D01A-AAT If the Engine Stalls While Driv- ing
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keep- ing a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle will not start, contact aHyundai dealer or seek other quali-fied assistance.
D010A01A-AAT IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
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HTB221
CAUTION:
If the engine will not start, do not push or pull the car to start it. This could result in a collision or causeother damage. In addition, push or pull starting may cause the cata- lytic converter to be overloaded andcreate a fire hazard.
F020100AUN If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing, set the shift lever in the N(Neutral) position and then push the vehicle to a safe place. If your vehicle has a manual transaxle not equippedwith the ignition lock switch, the vehicle can move forward by shifting to the 2(second) or 3(third) gear and then turn-ing the starter without depressing the clutch pedal.
1. If your car has an automatic
transaxle, be sure the gear selector lever is in "N" or "P" and the emer- gency brake is set. 1. Check fuel level.
2. Check all connectors at ignition, coil
and spark plugs. Reconnect any that may be disconnected or loose.
3 Check the fuel line in the engine
bay.

6. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Engine compartment ........................................................................ 6-2
General checks ................................................................................ 6-3
Checking the engine oil .................................................................... 6-4
Checking the engine coolant ............................................................ 6-6
Changing the air cleaner filter ........................................................... 6-7
Filling the washer reservoir .............................................................. 6-9Checking the transaxle oil (manual)............................................... 6-10
Checking the transaxle fluid (Automatic)....................................... 6-11
Checking the brakes ...................................................................... 6-13
Air conditioning care ....................................................................... 6-14
Checking drive belts ...................................................................... 6-18
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................................ 6-18
Checking the battery ...................................................................... 6-20
Checking electric cooling fans ....................................................... 6-22
Power steering fluid level ............................................................... 6-22
Replacement of bulbs .................................................................... 6-24
Fuse panel description ................................................................... 6-30
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6- 2 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
G010A01TB-DAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (1.4 DOHC) 1. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If installed)
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid
reservoir 4. Air filter element
5. Relay box
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap
7. Engine oil level dipstick 8. Radiator cap
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Automatic transaxle fluid level dip-
stick (If installed)
11. Battery HTB5001-E
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavyobjects carefully so that the plastic rocker cover of the engine isnot damaged.!