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F050A04HR-GAT The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the
chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
A, B, C, F, H, JC, E
D, E, F, G
C, D, G, H C, D, G, H C, D, E, F
C, D, E, F, G
C, E
A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
C, E, G, H, I, J
C, E
Except E.C
Engine oil and filter Air cleaner filter Timing belt (For 2.6 N/A, 2.5 TCI) Brake pads, calipers, rotors Rear brake drums and linings Steering gear box, linkage & boots Climate control air filterManual transmission oilRear axle oil (For A2.5) Propeller shaft
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE INTERVALS DRIVING
CONDITION
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
For E.C Every 3,000 km or 6 months Every 10,000 km or 6 months
2.6 N/A, 2.5TCI
A2.5Every 4,000 km
R R R
II I I
RR I 2.6 N/A, 2.5TCI
A2.5
Every 3,000 km or 6 months More frequently
More frequently
Every 60,000 km or 48 months
More frequently More frequently
More frequently
Every 120,000 km Every 90,000 km
Every 15,000 km or 12 months
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G080U01P-GAT
o Wheel Bearing Grease
Check the wheel bearings and grease according to the maintenance sched- ule. For inspection procedures, see Shop Manual. F070Q01A-AAT
o Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and connections for leakage and damage. Check air conditioning performanceaccording to the relevant shop manual if necessary.
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Front Open Service Panel ............................................ 6-2
Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-3
General Checks ........................................................... 6-5
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-6
Changing the Oil and Filter ........................................... 6-8
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ...............6-10
Changing the Air Cleaner Filte r ....................................6-13
Checking the Transmission Oil (Manual) ....................6-16
Checking the Rear Axle Oil......................................... 6-17
Checking the B rakes ................................................... 6-18
Air Conditioning Care ................................................... 6-19
Checking the Climate Control Air Filter
(For Evaporator and Blower U nit) .............................6-20
Checking Drive Belts................................................... 6-22
Checking and Replacing Fuses .................................. 6-22
Checking the Battery ................................................... 6-25
Power Steering Fluid Level .......................................... 6-27
Fuel Fil ter ..................................................................... 6-28
Replacement of Light Bulbs ......................................... 6-31
Bulb Wattages ............................................................. 6-38
Fuse Panel Description ............................................... 6-39
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FRONT OPEN SERVICE PANEL
G010A01HR-GAT
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir
2. Air Conditioner Filter (If Installed)
3. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap G010A01HR
WARNING:
Do not press excessivelyor step on the hood. This can cause the hood to fall and result in seriousinjury.
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G020A01HR-GAT Engine Compartment The following should be checked regu- larly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transmission fluid level and condi-
tion
o Brake fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below compo- nents)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition G020C01HR-GAT Vehicle Interior The following should be checked each time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heater system operation
(and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking
brake
o Manual transmission operation, in- cluding clutch operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrectly, inspect it care-fully and seek assistance from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020B01A-AAT Vehicle Exterior The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition
(including spare tire)
GENERAL CHECKS
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G120E01HR-GAT Adding Brake Fluid
WARNING:
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a sealedcontainer. Do not allow the fluid can or reservoir to remain open any longer than required. This will pre-vent entry of dirt and moisture which can damage the brake system and cause improper operation. To add brake fluid, pull up the cover, wipe away any dirt, and open the fluidreservoir cap. Slowly pour the recom- mended fluid into the reservoir. Do not overfill. Carefully replace the cap on thereservoir and tighten.
AIR CONDITIONING CARE
G140A01A-AAT Keeping the Condenser Clean The air conditioning condenser (and engine radiator) should be checkedperiodically for accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc. These can interfere with maximum cooling effi-ciency. When removing such accumu- lations, brush or hose them away care- fully to avoid bending the cooling fans. G140B01A-AAT Checking the Air Conditioning Operation
1. Start the engine and let it run at a
fast idle for several minutes with the air conditioning set at the maximum cold setting.
2. If the air coming out of the in-dash
vents is not cold, have the air condi-tioning system inspected by your Hyundai dealer.
! CAUTION:
Running the air conditioning sys- tem for extended periods of time with a low refrigerant level maydamage the compressor.
G140C01A-AAT Lubrication To lubricate the compressor and the seals in the system, the air conditioning should be run for at least 10 minuteseach week. This is particularly important during cool weather when the air condi- tioning system is not otherwise in use.
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NOTE:
o If you clean the filter with water,dry it in the open air.
o When cleaning the filter, be care- ful that the filter doesn’t drop or bump against other objects, or damage may result.
Crankshaft pulley
G140D01A-GAT Checking the Compressor Drive Belt When the air conditioning is being used regularly, the compressor drive belt tension should be checked at leastonce a month. To check the drive belt tension, press down on the belt halfway between theengine crankshaft and compressor pulleys. Pressing with your finger, you should not be able to deflect this beltanymore than 8.0 mm. If you have the instruments to check it with a force of 98N (22 lb.), the deflection should beapprox. 8.0 mm (0.315 in.). If the belt is too loose, have it adjusted by your Hyundai dealer. G140D01HRCOMP. pulley
Tension pulley
CHECKING THE CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
B145A03HR-GAT
(For Evaporator and Blower Unit) (If Installed) The climate control air filter is located in the hood.It helps to decrease the amount of pollutants entering the car.
B145A01HR
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the filter by pressing the upper end of the filter.
3. Clean the filter with compressed air
or water.
4. Reassemble in the reverse order of
disassembly after the filter is com-pletely dried.
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G230A03A-GAT The power steering fluid level should be checked regularly. To check the power steering fluid level, be sure the ignition is "OFF", thencheck to make certain that the power steering fluid level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" level markings on the fluidreservoir. NOTE: Grinding noise from the power steer- ing pump may be heard immediatelyafter the engine is started in extremely cold conditions (below - 20°C). If the noise stops during warm up, there isno abnormal function in the system. HHR5014CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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G220B01A-AAT Checking Engine Cooling Fan The engine cooling fan should come on automatically if the engine coolant tem- perature is high. G220C01TB-GAT Checking Condenser Cooling Fan When the air conditioning is in opera- tion, the condenser cooling fan comeson automatically to be controlled by ECU.
G220A01A-AAT
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by en- gine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Use extremecaution when working near the blades of the cooling fan, so that you are not injured by a rotating fanblade. As the engine coolant temper- ature decreases the fan will automat- ically shut off. This is a normal con-dition.
o When lifting a plastic-cased bat- tery, excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid toleak, resulting in personal injury. Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat- tery when the battery cables areconnected.
o The electrical ignition system works with high voltage.Never touch these componentswith the engine running or the ignition switched on.