2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 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 bat-
tery may not have sufficient recharge
to start.CALIFORNIA PROPO-
SITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects and reproductive 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 vehi-
cle for a long time in the low
temperature, remove the bat-
tery and store it indoors.
Always charge the battery
fully to prevent the battery
case from being damaged in
low temperatures.
If you connect unauthorized
electronic devices to the bat-
tery, the battery may be dis-
charged. Never use unautho-
rized devices.
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When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure
on the case may cause battery
acid to leak, resulting in per-
sonal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
Never attempt to recharge the
battery when the battery
cables are connected.
The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.
Never touch these compo-
nents with the engine running
or the ignition switched on.
Failure to follow the above
warnings can result in serious
bodily injury or death.

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Maintenance
Reset items
Items should be reset after the bat-
tery has been discharged or the bat-
tery has been disconnected.
Sunroof (See section 4)
Trip computer (See section 4)
Climate control system
(See section 4)
Audio (See section 4)
WARNING
Before performing mainte-
nance or recharging the bat-
tery, turn off all accessories
and stop the engine.
The negative battery cable
must be removed first and
installed last when the battery
is disconnected.
Operation related to the bat-
tery should be done at an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING- Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precau-
tions:
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
charging, and stop or reduce
the charging 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
checking the battery during
charging.
Disconnect the battery charg-
er in the following order.
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1. Turn off the battery charger
main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp
from the negative battery ter-
minal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp
from the positive battery ter-
minal.

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FUSES
The electrical system is protected by
fuses.
This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bol-
ster, the other in the engine compart-
ment.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse.
If the electrical system does not work,
first check the driver’s side fuse panel.
Always replace an open fuse with
one of the same rating.
Before replacing an open fuse, dis-
connect the negative battery cable.
If the replacement fuse opens, this
indicates an electrical malfunction.
Avoid using the system involved and
immediately consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-
tridge type, and multi fuse for higher
amperage ratings.
WARNING - Fuse
replacement
Never replace a fuse with any-
thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could
cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu-
minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or any
other metal object to remove
fuses because it may cause a
short circuit and damage the
system.
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If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the
fuses are OK, check the fuse panel
in the engine compartment. If a fuse
is open, it must be replaced.
If the headlights, fog lights, turn sig-
nal lights, position lights or interior
lights do not work and there is noth-
ing wrong with the bulbs, consult with
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Fuse switch
Always put the transportation fuse
switch at the ON position.
If you move the switch to the OFF
position, some items such as the
audio and digital clock must be reset
and the transmitter (or smart key)
may not work properly.
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NOTICE
If you need to park your vehicle for
prolonged periods more than 1
month, move the transportation fuse
switch to the OFF position to pre-
vent the battery being discharged.
CAUTION
Always place the transporta-
tion fuse switch in the ON posi-
tion while driving the vehicle.
Do not move the transportation
fuse switch repeatedly. The
fuse switch may be worn out.
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Replace front lamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
cable.
3. Loosen the assembly retaining
screws and nuts. If you can reach
the bulb without removing the
headlight assembly, you do not
need to do step 3, 4 and 5.4. Pull out the both side of the front
bumper and then pull out the front
bumper.
5. Remove the headlight assembly
from the body of the vehicle.
6. Disconnect the power connec-
tor(s) from the back of the head-
light assembly.Headlight bulb (high)
Follow the steps 1 to 6 from the pre-
vious page.
7. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.
8. Disconnect the headlight bulb
socket-connector.
9. Unsnap the headlight bulb retain-
ing wire by depressing the end
and pushing it upward.
10. Remove the bulb from the head-
light assembly.
11. Install a new headlight bulb and
snap the headlight bulb retaining
wire into position by aligning the
wire with the groove on the bulb.
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Outside light
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
cable.
3. Open the tailgate.
4. Loosen the light assembly retain-
ing screws with a cross-tip screw-
driver.
5. Remove the rear combination light
assembly from the body of the
vehicle.Rear turn signal light and stop/tail light
Follow the steps 1 to 5 from the pre-
vious page.
6. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
7. Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter-
clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket.
Pull the bulb out of the socket.
8. Insert a new bulb by inserting it
into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.9. Install the socket in the assembly
by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly.
Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.
10. Reinstall the light assembly to
the body of the vehicle.
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Rear side marker
Follow the steps 1 to 5 from the pre-
vious page.
6. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
7. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pulling out the bulb.
8. Insert a new bulb.9. Install the socket in the assembly
by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly.
Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.
10. Reinstall the light assembly to
the body of the vehicle.Inside light
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
cable.
3. Open the tailgate.
4. Remove the service cover using a
flat-blade screwdriver.
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Tail light
5. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
6. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb align with the slots in the
socket. Pull the bulb out of the
socket.
7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it
into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.8. Install the socket in the assembly
by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly.
Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.
9. Install the service cover by putting
it into the service hole.
Back-up light (Bulb type)
5. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
6. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
7. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
8. Install the socket into the assem-
bly by aligning the tabs on the
socket with the slots on the
assembly and turning the socket
clockwise.
9. Reinstall the light assembly to the
body of the vehicleHigh mounted stop light
replacement
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
cable.
3. Open the tailgate.
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