2012 Hyundai Elantra headlight

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Maintenance
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper-
ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
Check automatic transaxle P (Park)
function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle
(water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires 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 tires and loose wheel
lug nuts.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic
transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

Maintenance
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Battery recharging
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged in a
short time (because, for example the
headlights or interior lights were left on
while vehicle was not in use) jump start
the vehicle from another battery and run
the engine at least 20 minutes at idle
before driving. Do not turn off the engine
for 30 minutes total of idle and/or driving
as the battery may not have sufficient
recharge to start.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-
TION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and relat-
ed accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects and reproduc-
tive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer. Wash
hands after handling.
CAUTION
When you don’t use the vehicle
for a long time in the low temper-
ature, remove the battery and
store it indoors.
Always charge the battery fully to
prevent the battery case from
being damaged in low tempera-
tures.
If you connect unauthorized elec-
tronic devices to the battery, the
battery may be discharged. Never
use unauthorized devices.
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The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage. Never
touch these components with the
engine running or the ignition
switched on.
Failure to follow the above warn-
ings can result in serious bodily
injury or death.

Maintenance
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Instrument panel fuse replace-
ment
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other
switches off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.
Use the removal tool provided in the
engine compartment fuse panel.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it
is blown.
5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,
and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
If it fits loosely, consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of
the same rating from a circuit you may
not need for operating the vehicle, such
as the cigarette lighter fuse.
If the headlights or other electrical com-
ponents do not work and the fuses are
OK, check the fuse panel in the engine
compartment. If a fuse is blown, it must
be replaced.
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Maintenance
58 7
LIGHT BULBS
Use only bulbs of the specified wattage.
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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 authorized HYUNDAI dealer.WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly
apply the parking brake, ensure
that the ignition switch is turned to
the 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 cause
damage to the fuse or electric
wiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools,
the correct bulbs and the expertise,
consult an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer. In many cases, it is difficult
to replace vehicle light bulbs
because other parts of the vehicle
must be removed before you can
get to the bulb. This is especially
true 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.

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Maintenance
Headlight, position light, turn sig-
nal light, side marker light and
front fog light bulb replacement
(1) Headlight (High)
(2) Headlight (Low)
(3) Front turn signal light / Position light
(4) Side marker
(5) Front fog light (if equipped)
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If a bulb becomes damaged or
cracked, replace it immediately
and carefully dispose of it.
Wear eye protection when chang-
ing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool
down before handling it.
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WARNING- Halogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs contain pressur-
ized gas that will produce flying
pieces of glass if broken.
Always handle them carefully,
and avoid scratches and abra-
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid
contact with liquids. Never touch
the glass with bare hands.
Residual oil may cause the bulb
to overheat and burst when lit. A
bulb should be operated only
when installed in a headlight.
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Maintenance
60 7
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Loosen the screws with a screwdriver.
4. Pull the headlight assembly out to the
front of the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the power connector(s)
from the back of the headlight assem-
bly.Headlight bulb (low, high)
6. Remove the headlight bulb cover by
turning it counterclockwise.
7. Disconnect the headlight bulb socket-
connector.
8. Unsnap the headlight bulb retaining
wire by depressing the end and push-
ing it upward.
9. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly.
10. Install a new headlight bulb and snap
the headlight bulb retaining wire into
position by aligning the wire with the
groove on the bulb.
11. Connect the headlight bulb socket-
connector.
12. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
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NOTICE
If the headlight aiming adjustment is
necessary after the headlight assembly is
reinstalled, consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
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High

Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defeccts
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DIMENSIONSBULB WATTAGE
Item in (mm)
Overall length 178.3 (4530)
Overall width 69.9 (1775)
Overall height 56.5 (1435)
Front tread 61.5 (1563)*
1/ 61.0 (1549)*2 / 61.1 (1551)*3
Rear tread 62.0 (1576)*1/ 61.5 (1562)*2 / 61.6 (1564)*3
Wheelbase 106.3 (2700)
*1: with R15 tire
*2: with R16 tire
*3: with R17 tire
Bulb Type
Headlights (Low)
Headlights (High)
Front turn signal lights /
Position lights
Side repeater lights
Front fog lights*
Stop / tail lights (outside)
Tail light (Inside)
Tail light (outside)
Rear turn signal lights (outside)
Back-up lights (outside)
High mounted stop light
License plate lights
Map lamps
Room lamps
Luggage lamp*
* : If equipped
55
55
28 / 8
LED
27
28/8
5
5
27
16
21
5
8
8
5H11
H1
2357NA
-
H27W
2357
W5W
W5W
1156NA
W16W
P21W
W5W
FASTON 8W
FASTON 8W
FASTON 5W Light Bulb Wattage Item
Gasoline 1.8
Displacement cu. in (cc) 109.66 (1797)
Bore x Stroke in.(mm) 3.19x3.43 (81x87.2)
Firing order 1-3-4-2
No. of cylinders 4, In-line
ENGINE

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Index
Front seat adjustment ......................................................3-5
Fuel filler lid..................................................................4-31
Fuel gauge ....................................................................4-46
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-3
Fuses ..............................................................................7-49
Fuse switch ..............................................................7-51
Fuse/relay panel description ....................................7-53
Instrument panel fuse ..............................................7-50
Main fuse ................................................................7-52
Multi fuse ................................................................7-52
Gauge
Engine temperature gauge ......................................4-45
Fuel gauge ..............................................................4-46
Glass antenna ................................................................4-98
Glassroof, see sunroof ..................................................4-34
Glove box ......................................................................4-91
Hazard warning flasher ................................................4-60
Hazardous driving conditions ......................................5-38
Headlight bulb replacement ..........................................7-58
Headrest ..................................................................3-6, 3-9
Highway driving............................................................5-41Hood ..............................................................................4-29
Horn ..............................................................................4-39
How to use this manual ..................................................1-2
Ignition key interlock system ........................................5-19
Immobilizer system ........................................................4-4
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ..................1-7
Indicators and warnings ................................................4-50
Inside rearview mirror ..................................................4-40
Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-43
Engine temperature gauge ......................................4-45
Fuel gauge ..............................................................4-46
Fuse switch message ..............................................4-44
Instrument panel illumination ................................4-44
Odometer ................................................................4-47
Speedometer ............................................................4-44
Tachometer ..............................................................4-45
Trip computer ..........................................................4-47
Warning and indicators ............................................4-50
Instrument panel fuse ....................................................7-50
Instrument panel illumination ......................................4-44
Instrument panel overview ..............................................2-3
Interior care ..................................................................7-71
Interior features ............................................................4-93
Aux, USB and iPod port..........................................4-97
Clothes hanger ........................................................4-96
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