2012 Hyundai Elantra brake

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Maintenance
Tyre replacement
If the tyre is worn evenly, a tread
wear indicator will appear as a solid
band across the tread. This showsthere is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch)
of tread left on the tyre. Replace the
tyre when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tyre.
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Tread wear indicatorWARNING - Replacing
tyres
To reduce the chance or serious
or fatal injuries from an acci-
dent caused by tyre failure or
loss of vehicle control:
Replace tyres that are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tyres can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, andtraction.
Do not drive your vehicle with too little or too much pressure
in your tyres. This can lead to
uneven wear and tyre failure.
When replacing tyres, never mix radial and bias-ply tyres
on the same car. You must
replace all tyres (including the
spare) if moving from radial to
bias-ply tyres.
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Using tyres and wheel otherthan the recommended sizes
could cause unusual handling
characteristics and poor vehi-
cle control, resulting in a seri-ous accident.
Wheels that do not meet HYUNDAI’s specifications
may fit poorly and result in
damage to the vehicle or
unusual handling and poor
vehicle control.
The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. Tyre
size can affect wheel speed.
When replacing tyres, all 4
tyres must use the same size
originally supplied with the
vehicle. Using tyres of a dif-
ferent size can cause the ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System) and
ESP (Electronic Stability
Program) / ESC (Electronic
Stability Control) to work
irregularly. (if equipped)

Maintenance
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LIGHT BULBS
Use only the bulbs of the specified
wattage.
All bulbs are available from yourHYUNDAI dealers Parts Department.
✽✽ NOTICE
After heavy, driving rain or washing,
headlight and taillight lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is caused by
the temperature difference between the
lamp inside and outside. This is similar
to the condensation on your windows
inside your vehicle during the rain and
doesn’t indicate a problem with your
vehicle. If the water leaks into the lamp
bulb circuitry, have the vehicle checked
by an authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
Headlight, position light, turn sig-
nal light, front fog light bulbreplacement
(1) Headlight (High) / Position light
(2) Headlight (Low)
(3) Front turn signal light(4) Dedicated lamp (DRL) (if equipped)
(5) Front fog light (if equipped)
WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly
apply the parking brake, ensure
that the ignition switch is turned tothe LOCK position and turn off the
lights to avoid sudden movement
of the vehicle and burning your fin-
gers or receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb with one of the same wattage
rating. Otherwise, it may causedamage to the fuse or electricwiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools,the correct bulbs and the expertise,
consult an authorised HYUNDAIdealer. In many cases, it is difficultto replace vehicle light bulbs because other parts of the vehicle
must be removed before you canget to the bulb. This is especiallytrue if you have to remove the head-
light assembly to
get to the bulb(s).
Removing/installingthe headlight
assembly can result in damage to the vehicle.OMD070026
CAUTION
The headlight aiming adjustment may be necessary after the head-light assembly is reinstalled. If youare unsure how to replace or aim
the headlight, consult an autho-rised HYUNDAI dealer.

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Maintenance
APPEARANCE CARE
Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning andcaution statements that appear on thelabel.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughlyand frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are keptclear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
WARNING - Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes whilst driving slowly to see
if they have been affected by water.
If braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly whilst maintaining a slow
forward speed.
CAUTION
Do not use strong soap, chemical detergents or hot water, and do
not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the body of thevehicle is warm.
Be careful when washing the side windows of your vehicle.Especially, with high-pressurewater, water may leak through the windows and wet the interior.
To prevent damage to the plastic parts and lamps, do not cleanwith chemical solvents or strongdetergents.

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Maintenance
Bright-metal maintenance
To remove road tar and insects, use atar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to
a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with
a heavier coating of wax or preserva-
tive. If necessary, coat the parts with
non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other
protective compound.
Underbody maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on the underbody parts such as
the fuel lines, frame, floor pan and
exhaust system, even though they have
been treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Payspecial attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of the doors, rocker panels,
and frame members have drain holes
that should not clog with dirt; trapped
water in these areas can cause rusting.
Aluminum wheel maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.
Use only a mild soap or neutral deter- gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps pre-
vent corrosion.
Avoid washing the wheels with high- speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any acid detergent. It may damage and corrode the aluminum
wheels coated with a clear protectivefinish.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes whilst driving slowly to see
if they have been affected by water.
If braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly whilst maintaining a slow
forward speed.

Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
* 1
: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
* 2
: Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ -
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil * 1
*2
(drain and refill) Recommends 4.0 l (4.23 US qt.) API Service SL or SM,
ILSAC GF-3 or ACEA A3 or above
Engine oil consumptionNormal driving conditionMAX. 1 l /1500 km
Severe driving conditionMAX. 1 l /1000 km
Manual transaxle fluid 1.9
l (2.0 US qt.)
API GL-4 SAE 75W-85
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.3
l (7.7 US qt.) MICHANG ATF SP-IV
SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV
HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV
CoolantManual transaxle6.0 l (6.34 US qt.)Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiatorAutomatic transaxle5.9 l (6.23 US qt.)
Brake/Clutch fluid0.7~0.8 l
(0.7~0.8 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel48 l (12.68 US gal.)-

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Air bags ............................................................................3-38
Air bag warning label ................................................3-58
Air bag warning light ................................................3-41
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-48
Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag........................3-44
Side impact air bag ....................................................3-47
Air cleaner ........................................................................7-28
Alarm system ..................................................................4-13
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ........................................5-25
Appearance care ..............................................................7-73 Exterior care ..............................................................7-73
Interior care ................................................................7-78
Armrest ............................................................................3-13
Ashtray ..........................................................................4-106
Automatic climate control system ..................................4-90 Air conditioning ........................................................4-96
Automatic heating and air conditioning ....................4-91
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-92
Automatic transaxle ........................................................5-16 Ignition key interlock system ....................................5-20
Shift lock system ........................................................5-19
Sports mode ................................................................5-18 Base kerb weight ..............................................................5-58
Battery ..............................................................................7-34
Battery saver function ......................................................4-70
Before driving ....................................................................5-3
Bonnet ..............................................................................4-27
Boot ..................................................................................4-20
Bottle holders, see cup holders ......................................4-106
Brake system ....................................................................5-22
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................5-25
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..............................5-31
Electronic stability program (ESP) ............................5-28
Parking brake..............................................................5-24
Power brakes ..............................................................5-22
Brake/clutch fluid ............................................................7-26
Bulb replacement ............................................................7-58
Bulb wattage ......................................................................8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ..................5-8
Capacities (Lubricants) ......................................................8-4 Care Exterior care ..............................................................7-73
Interior care ................................................................7-78
Tyre care ....................................................................7-37
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Economical operation ......................................................5-40
Electronic stability control (ESC) ....................................5-31
Electronic stability program (ESP) ..................................5-28
Emergency starting ............................................................6-5
Jump starting ................................................................6-5
Push starting ................................................................6-6
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-18
Emergency whilst driving ..................................................6-3
Emission control system ..................................................7-79 Crankcase emission control system ..........................7-79
Evaporative emission control System ........................7-79
Exhaust emission control system ..............................7-80
Engine compartment ..................................................2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ................................................................7-23
Engine number ..................................................................8-7
Engine oil ........................................................................7-22
Engine overheats ................................................................6-7
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-8
Engine temperature gauge................................................4-44
Engine will not start ..........................................................6-4
Evaporative emission control System ..............................7-79
Exhaust emission control system ....................................7-80
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..................7-19
Exterior care ....................................................................7-73 Flat tyre ..............................................................................6-8
Changing tyres..............................................................6-9
Jack and tools ..............................................................6-8
Removing and storing the spare tyre ..........................6-9
Floor mat anchor(s) ........................................................4-109Fluid Washer fluid ..............................................................7-27
Brake/clutch fluid ......................................................7-26
Front seat adjustment - manual ..........................................3-5
Front seat adjustment - power............................................3-6
Fuel filler lid ....................................................................4-29
Fuel gauge ........................................................................4-45
Fuel requirements ..............................................................1-2
Fuses ................................................................................7-47 Fuse/relay panel description ......................................7-51
Instrument panel fuse ................................................7-42
Multi fuse ..................................................................7-50
Main fuse ....................................................................7-50
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Outside rearview mirror ............................................4-39
Moonroof, see sunroof ....................................................4-32
Multi fuse ........................................................................7-50
Neck restraints, see headrest ....................................3-8, 3-10
Odometer..........................................................................4-45
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-22
Outside rearview mirror ..................................................4-39
Overheats............................................................................6-7
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-5
Parking brake ..........................................................5-25, 7-27
Passenger’s front air bag ..................................................3-44
Power brakes ....................................................................5-23
Power outlet ..................................................................4-108
Power steering ..................................................................4-36
Power window lock button ..............................................4-25
Push starting ......................................................................6-6 Rear parking assist system ..............................................4-65
Rear seat ..........................................................................3-10
Rearview camera ..............................................................4-68
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ....................7-37
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number ........................8-5
Remote keyless entry ......................................................4-11
Road warning ....................................................................6-2
Rocking the vehicle..........................................................5-42
Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-7 Normal maintenance schedule ....................................7-8
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..............7-17
Seat belts ..........................................................................3-17 Height adjustment ......................................................3-20
Lap/shoulder belt ........................................................3-20
Lap belt ......................................................................3-22
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................3-23
Seat warmer ........................................................3-9, 3-12
Seatback pocket................................................................3-10
Seats ..................................................................................3-2 Front seat adjustment - manual ....................................3-5
Front seat adjustment - power ......................................3-6
Lumbar support ............................................................3-7
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