2012 Hyundai Elantra Battery

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.
(Continued)
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.

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Maintenance
Reset items
Items should be reset after the battery
has been discharged or the battery has
been disconnected.
Auto up/down window (See section 4)
Sunroof (See section 4)
Trip computer (See section 4)
Climate control system
(See section 4)
Clock (See section 4)
Audio (See section 4)WARNING
Before performing maintenance
or recharging the battery, turn off
all accessories and stop the
engine.
The negative battery cable must
be removed first and installed
last when the battery is discon-
nected.
Operation related to the battery
should be done in an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING- Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precautions:
The battery must be removed
from the vehicle and placed in an
area with good ventilation.
Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,
or flame near the battery.
Watch the battery during charg-
ing, and stop or reduce the charg-
ing rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if
the temperature of the electrolyte
of any cell exceeds 120°F (49°C).
Wear eye protection when check-
ing the battery during charging.
Disconnect the battery charger in
the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main
switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from
the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from
the positive battery terminal.

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3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it
is blown. To remove or insert the fuse,
use the fuse puller in the engine com-
partment fuse panel.
4. 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.
Main fuse
If the main fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the nuts shown in the picture
above.
4. Replace the fuse with a new one of the
same rating.
5. Reinstall in the reverse order of
removal.
Multi fuse
If the multi fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Remove the fuse panel in the engine
compartment.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture
above.
3. Replace the fuse with a new one of the
same rating.
4. Reinstall in the reverse order of
removal.
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NOTICE
If the main or multi fuse is blown, con-
sult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
CAUTION
After checking the fuse panel in the
engine compartment, securely
install the fuse panel cover. If not,
electrical failures may occur from
water contact.OMD070021OMD070022

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Maintenance
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NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in this
manual may be applicable to your vehi-
cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.
When you inspect the fuse panel in your
vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.
Inner panel fuse panel
Engine compartment fuse panel
Engine room (battery terminal cover)
Fuse/relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.
OMD070023/OMD070024/OMD070025

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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.
OMD070027NOMD070028N Low
High

Index
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Air bags ........................................................................3-34
Air bag warning label ..............................................3-60
Air bag warning light ..............................................3-37
Curtain air bag ........................................................3-51
Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag ....................3-46
Occupant detection system ......................................3-41
Side impact air bag ..................................................3-50
SRS components and functions ..............................3-37
Air cleaner ....................................................................7-27
Alarm system ................................................................4-15
Antenna (glass)..............................................................4-98
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................................5-24
Appearance care ............................................................7-67
Exterior care ............................................................7-67
Interior care ............................................................7-71
Armrest ..........................................................................3-11
Audio system ................................................................4-98
Glass antenna ..........................................................4-98
Steering wheel audio control ..................................4-99
Automatic climate control system ................................4-80
Air conditioning ......................................................4-86
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-81
Manual heating and air conditioning ......................4-82Automatic transaxle ......................................................5-15
Ignition key interlock system ..................................5-19
Shift lock system ....................................................5-18
Sports mode ............................................................5-17
Aux, USB and iPod port ..............................................4-97
Battery ..........................................................................7-33
Battery saver function ..................................................4-61
Before driving ................................................................5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ....................................4-93
Brake system ................................................................5-21
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................5-24
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..........................5-26
Parking brake ..........................................................5-22
Power brakes............................................................5-21
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ....................5-29
Brakes/clutch fluid ........................................................7-25
Bulb replacement ..........................................................7-58
Bulb wattage....................................................................8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ................5-8
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Index
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Cup holder ..............................................................4-93
Digital clock ............................................................4-95
Floor mat anchor(s) ................................................4-96
Power outlet ............................................................4-94
Sunvisor ..................................................................4-93
Interior light ..................................................................4-68
Interior overview ............................................................2-2
Interlock system ............................................................5-19
Key positions ..................................................................5-5
Keys ................................................................................4-3
Label
Air bag warning label ..............................................3-60
Tire sidewall labeling ..............................................7-42
Tire specification and pressure label ........................8-7
Vehicle certification label ..........................................8-6
Latch system, see lower anchor system ........................3-32
Light bulbs ....................................................................7-58
Lighting ........................................................................4-61
Battery saver function..............................................4-61
Lower anchor system ....................................................3-32
Lubricants and capacities ................................................8-4
Luggage net(holder) ......................................................4-92Main fuse ......................................................................7-52
Maintenance
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ........7-18
Maintenance services ................................................7-3
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..........7-17
Normal maintenance schedule ..................................7-7
Owner maintenance ..................................................7-4
Scheduled maintenance service ................................7-6
Tire maintenance ....................................................7-41
Maintenance schedule ....................................................7-6
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..........7-17
Normal maintenance schedule ..................................7-7
Maintenance services ......................................................7-3
Manual climate control system ....................................4-71
Air conditioning ......................................................4-76
Climate control air filter ..........................................4-78
Heating and air conditioning ..................................4-72
Manual transaxle ..........................................................5-12
Memory fuse ................................................................7-58
Mirrors ..........................................................................4-40
Day/night rearview mirror ......................................4-40
Inside rearview mirror ............................................4-40
Outside rearview mirror ..........................................4-40
Moonroof, see sunroof ..................................................4-34
Multi box ......................................................................4-92
Multi fuse ......................................................................7-52M
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