2012 Hyundai Elantra coolant

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Maintenance
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have the engine oil and filter changed by
an authorised HYUNDAI dealer accord-ing to the Maintenance Schedule at thebeginning of this section.The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-
tory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at thebeginning of the winter season, and
before travelling to a colder climate.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause skin irri- tation or cancer if left in contact
with the skin for prolonged periods
of time. Used engine oil contains
chemicals that have caused cancer
in laboratory animals. Always pro-
tect your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possibleafter handling used oil.
ENGINE COOLANT

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Checking the coolant level
Check the condition and connections of all cooling system hoses and heater
hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio-
rated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between F (Full) and L (Low) marked on
the side of the coolant reservoir when theengine is cool.
If the coolant level is low, add enough
distilled (deionized) water. Bring the level
to F (Full), but do not overfill. If frequent
additions are required, see an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer for a cooling systeminspection.
WARNING The electric motor (cool-
ing fan) is controlled byengine coolant tempera-
ture, refrigerant pres-
sure and vehicle speed.
It may sometimes operate evenwhen the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working
near the blades of the cooling fan
so that you are not injured by a
rotating fan blades. As the engine
coolant temperature decreases, the
electric motor will automatically
shut off. This is a normal condition.
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Even if the engine is not operat- ing, do not remove the radiator cap or the drain plug whilst the
engine and radiator are hot. Hot
coolant and steam may still blow
out under pressure, causing seri-
ous injury.
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WARNING
Removing radiatorcap
Never attempt to remove the radi- ator cap whilst the engine is
operating or hot. Doing so mightlead to cooling system and
engine damage and could result
in serious personal injury fromescaping hot coolant or steam.
Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back whilst
the pressure is released from the
cooling system. When you aresure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the cap,
using a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
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Maintenance
Recommended engine coolant
Use only soft (distilled) water in thecoolant mixture.
The engine in your vehicle has alu- minum engine parts and must be pro-
tected by an ethylene-glycol-based
coolant to prevent corrosion and freez-ing.
DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the specifiedcoolant.
Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less than
35% antifreeze, which would reduce
the effectiveness of the solution.
For mixture percentage, refer to the fol-
lowing table. Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an autho-
rised HYUNDAI dealer according to theMaintenance Schedule at the beginningof this section.
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth or fabric around
the radiator cap before refilling thecoolant in order to prevent the coolant from overflowing into
engine parts such as the alternator.
WARNING - Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windscreen and may
cause loss of vehicle control or
damage to paint and body trim.
WARNING
Radiator cap
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding hot coolant and
steam may blow out under pres-
sure causing serious injury.
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Ambient
Temperature Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
-15°C (5°F) 35 65
-25°C (-13°F) 40 60
-35°C (-31°F) 50 50
-45°C (-49°F) 60 40

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Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid level
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing. Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking brake by
counting the number of “clicks’’ heardwhilst fully applying it from the released
position. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-
ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or
less than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer.
Stroke :
6~8 “clicks’’ at a force of
20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING -
Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windscreen and may
cause loss of vehicle control or
damage to the paint and bodytrim.
Windscreen washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer-
tain circumstances. Do not allowsparks or flame come in contactwith the washer fluid or the wash-
er fluid reservoir. Damage to the
vehicle or occupants could
occur.
Windscreen washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid coming incontact with the windscreen
washer fluid. Serious injury or
death could occur.
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Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapours absorbed in the
canister are drawn into the surge tank
through the purge control solenoid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is con-
trolled by the Engine Control Module
(ECM); when the engine coolant temper-
ature is low during idling, the PCSV clos-
es so that evaporated fuel is not taken
into the engine. After the engine warms
up during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to the
engine. 3. Exhaust emission control
system
The Exhaust Emission Control System is
a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions whilst maintaining
good vehicle performance.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified. Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or dura-
bility and may even violate governmen-
tal safety and emissions regulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifica-
tion may not be covered under warran-
ty.
If you use unauthorised electronic devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage, bat-
tery discharge and fire. For your safety,
do not use unauthorized electronic
devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions (car-
bon monoxide)
Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have it inspected and
repaired immediately. If you ever sus-
pect exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all the
windows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain car-
bon monoxide (CO). Though
colourless and odourless, it is dan-
gerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions on
this page to avoid CO poisoning.

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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Index
Cargo weight ....................................................................5-58
Central door lock switch ..................................................4-18
Centre console storage ..................................................4-102Chains
Tyre chains ................................................................5-47
Changing tyres ..................................................................6-9
Checking tyre inflation pressure ......................................7-38
Child restraint system ......................................................3-30
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................4-19Cigarette lighter..............................................................4-105
Climate control air filter ..........................................4-89,4-97
Climate control air filter ..................................................7-29
Climate control system (Automatic) ................................4-90 Air conditioning ........................................................4-96
Automatic heating and air conditioning ....................4-91
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-92
Climate control system (Manual) ....................................4-81 Air conditioning ........................................................4-86
Climate control air filter ............................................4-89
Heating and air conditioning ......................................4-82
Clock (Digital) ..............................................................4-104
Clothes hanger ..............................................................4-109
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster..................4-42
Compact spare tyre replacement ......................................7-42
Coolant ............................................................................7-23
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ....................................7-23
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-79
Cruise control system ......................................................5-36 Cup holder......................................................................4-106
Curtain air bag ................................................................3-48
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel
illumination ..................................................................4-43
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................4-42
Day time running light ....................................................4-74
Defogging (Windscreen) ..................................................4-98
Defogging logic (Windscreen) ......................................4-100
Defroster (Rear window) ................................................4-80
Defrosting (Windscreen) ..................................................4-98
Digital clock ..................................................................4-104
Dimensions ........................................................................8-2
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination 4-43
Displays, see instrument cluster ......................................4-42
Door locks ........................................................................4-16 Central door lock switch ............................................4-18
Child-protector rear door lock....................................4-19
Drinks holders, see cup holders ....................................4-106
Driver’s air bag ................................................................3-44
Driving at night ................................................................5-43
Driving in flooded areas ..................................................5-44
Driving in the rain ............................................................5-44
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Index
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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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