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Convenient features of your vehicle
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Engine OverheatWarning Light
This indicates a coolant temperature.
When a temperature is above the
normal range, the engine overheat
warning light illuminates.
When there is a telecommunication
error, the engine overheat warning
light blinks.
Air bag Warning Light(if equipped)
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 6seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with the SRS.
In this case, we recommend that
you have the vehicle inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Low Fuel Level
Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
When the fuel tank is nearly empty.
This warning light blinks:
When the fuel sensor is disconnect- ed.
If the fuel tank is nearly empty:
Add fuel as soon as possible.
- Low Fuel Level
Driving with the Low Fuel Level warning light on or with the fuel
level below “0 or E” can cause the
engine to misfire and damage the
catalytic converter (if equipped).
NOTICE
The illumination of the engine
overheat warning light indicates
that the engine is over-heated.
Refer to the chapter 6, "What to
Do in an Emergency."
WARNING
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Driving your vehicle
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Before entering the vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, power steering fluid,
brake fluid, and washer fluid should
be checked on a regular basis, with
the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in
Section 7, “Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all con-trols are easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning lightgoes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and itsequipment.
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol, that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never beused during operation of the
vehicle.
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4.Check to see if the water pump
drive belt is missing. If it is not
missing, check to see that it is
tight. If the drive belt seems to be
satisfactory, check for coolant leak-
ing from the radiator, hoses or
under the vehicle. (If the air condi-
tioning had been in use, it is nor-
mal for cold water to be draining
from it when you stop). 5.If the water pump drive belt is bro-
ken or engine coolant is leakingout, stop the engine immediately
and we recommend that you call
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. 6.If you cannot find the cause of the
overheating, wait until the engine
temperature has returned to nor-
mal. Then, if coolant has been lost,carefully add coolant to the reser-
voir to bring the fluid level in the
reservoir up to the halfway mark.
7.Proceed with caution, keeping alert for further signs of overheat-
ing. If overheating happens again,
we recommend that you call an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
What to do in an emergency
While the engine is running,
keep hair, hands and clothing
away from moving parts suchas the fan and drive belts to pre-
vent injury.
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot. This can
allow coolant to be blown out ofthe opening and cause serious
burns.
WARNING
Serious loss of coolant indi- cates there is a leak in thecooling system and we rec-ommend that the system be
checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
When the engine overheats
from low engine coolant, sud-
denly adding engine coolant
may cause cracks in the
engine. To prevent damage,
add engine coolant slowly insmall quantities.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
7
Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-5Owner's responsibility ......................................................7-5
Owner maintenance precautions ..................................7-5
Engine compartment precautions (Diesel engine) ....7-7
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-8 Owner maintenance schedule ........................................7-8
Scheduled maintenance services ......................7-10 Normal maintenance schedule (for Europe) ............7-11
Normal maintenance schedule (except Europe) .....7-14
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..........7-17
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..7-19
Engine oil ..............................................................7-22 Checking the engine oil level ....................................7-22
Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................7-23
Engine coolant......................................................7-24 Checking the coolant level ...........................................7-24
Changing the coolant .....................................................7-26
Brake/Clutch fluid ..............................................7-27 Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................7-27
Power steering fluid ............................................7-28 Checking the power steering fluid level ...................2-28
Checking the power steering hose.............................2-29
Washer fluid .........................................................7-29 Checking the washer fluid level ...............................7-29 Parking brake .......................................................7-30
Checking the parking brake .........................................7-30
Fuel filter (For diesel).........................................7-30 Draining water from fuel filter ....................................7-30
Fuel filter cartridge replacement ................................7-30
Manual transmission and rearaxle oil ..............7-31 Check and adding oil ......................................................7-31
Change the gear oil ........................................................7-31
Air cleaner ............................................................7-31 Filter replacement ...........................................................7-31
Climate control air filter .....................................7-33 Filter inspection ...............................................................7-33
Filter replacement ...........................................................7-33
Wiper blades .........................................................7-34 Blade inspection ..............................................................7-34
Blade replacement ..........................................................7-35
Battery...................................................................7-37 For best battery service................................................7-37
Battery capacity label ...................................................7-40
Battery recharging .......................................................7-40
Reset items .......................................................................7-41
Tires and wheels ..................................................7-42 Tire care ............................................................................7-42
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures.............7-42
Checking tire inflation pressure ..................................7-43
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Maintenance
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be per-
formed at the frequencies indicated
to help ensure safe, dependable
operation of your vehicle. If you have
any question, we recommend that
you consult an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check coolant level in coolantreservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
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 steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, levelroad.
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 operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
Check manual transmission opera- tion, including clutch operation.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
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Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure. This could
cause burns or other serious
injury.
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
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 con- ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer 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, door and hood drainholes.
Clean and lubricate door hinges and checks, and hood hinges.
Clean and lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Clean and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake and clutch fluid level.
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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (FOR EUROPE)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months24487296120144168192
Miles×1,0002037.5607590110130150
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
Cooling systemInspect "Coolant level and leak" every day
Inspect "Water pump" when replacing the drive belt
Raidator pressure capIIIIIIII
Engine coolant * 5At first, replace at 210,000 km (130,000 miles) or 10 years :
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months * 6
Battery ConditionIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedalIIIIIIII
Parking brakeIIIIIIII
Brake/Clutch fluidIRIRIRIR
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
Power steering fluidIRIRIRIR
Power steering hosesIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 5
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
* 6
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to its interval when you do maintenance of other items.
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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (EXCEPT EUROPE)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,00012.52537.55062.57587.5100
Km×1,00020406080100120140160
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Cooling systemInspect “Coolant level and leak”every day
Inspect “Water pump”when replacing the drive belt
Engine coolant * 5At first, replace at 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years:
after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * 6
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedalIIIIIIII
Parking brakeIIIIIIII
Brake fluidIIIIIIII
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
Power steering hosesIIIIIIII
Power steering fluidIRIRIRIR
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*5
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
* 6
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
MAINTENANCE ITEM