2016 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual

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WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid
level
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking
brake by counting the number of
“clicks’’ heard while fully applying it
from the released position. Also, the
parking brake alone should securely
hold the vehicle on a fairly steep
grade. If the stroke is more or less
than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Stroke : 6 clicks at a force of 44
lbs (20 kg, 196 N)
PARKING BRAKE
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CAUTION
To prevent serious injury ordeath, take the following safetyprecautions when using washerfluid:
Do not use engine coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluidreservoir.
Engine coolant can severelyobscure visibility whensprayed on the windshieldand may cause loss of vehiclecontrol resulting in an acci-dent or damage to paint andbody trim.
Do not allow sparks or flame to contact the washer fluid orthe washer fluid reservoir.Washer fluid may containalcohol and can be flammable.
Do not drink washer fluid and avoid contact with skin.Washer fluid is poisonous tohumans and animals.
Keep washer fluid away from children and animals.

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AIR CLEANER
Filter replacement
The air cleaner filter can be cleaned
for inspection using compressed air.
Do not attempt to wash or to rinse it,
as water will damage the filter. If
soiled, the air cleaner filter must be
replaced.1. Loosen the air cleaner cover
attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner. 3. Replace the air cleaner filter.
4. Lock the cover with the cover
attaching clips.
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Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule
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NOTICE
If the vehicle is operated in extreme-
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace the
element more often than the usual
recommended intervals (refer to
“Maintenance Under Severe Usage
Conditions” in this chapter).
CAUTION
Do not drive with the air clean-
er filter removed. This willresult in excessive enginewear.
When removing the air cleaner filter, be careful that dust ordirt does not enter the airintake, or damage may result.
Use HYUNDAI genuine parts, use of non-genuine partscould damage the air flow sen-sor.

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CLIMATE CONTROL AIR CLEANER
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should
be replaced according to the
Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle
is operated in severely air-polluted
cities or on dusty rough roads for a
long period, it should be inspected
more frequently and replaced earlier.
When you replace the climate control
air filter, replace it performing the fol-
lowing procedure, and be careful to
avoid damaging other components.1. With the glove box open, removethe stoppers on both sides to allow
the glove box to hang freely on the
hinges.
2. Remove the support rod. 3. Remove the climate control air fil-
ter case by pulling out both sides
of the cover.
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4. Replace the climate control air fil-
ter.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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✽NOTICE
Install a new climate control air fil-
ter in the correct direction with the
arrow symbol (
↓ ↓) facing down-
wards.
Otherwise, the climate control
effects may decrease, possibly with a
noise.
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WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
Contamination of either the wind-
shield or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.✽ ✽NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield diffi-
cult to clean.
Blade replacement
■ ■ Type A
1. Raise the wiper arm and slightly rotate the wiper blade assembly to
expose the plastic locking clip.
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CAUTION
Do not allow the wiper arm tofall against the windshield,since it may chip or crack thewindshield.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiperblades, arms or other compo-nents, do not:
Use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents onor near them.
Attempt to move the wipers manually.
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2. Press the clip (1) and slide the
blade assembly downward (2).
3. Lift it off the arm.
4. Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
5. Return the wiper arm on the wind- shield. ■ ■
Type B
1. Raise the wiper arm.
2. Lift up the wiper blade clip (1).Then pull down the blade assem-
bly (2) and remove it.
3. Install the new blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
4. Return the wiper arm on the wind- shield.
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CAUTION
Do not allow the wiper arm tofall against the windshield,since it may chip or crack thewindshield.
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BATTERY
Jump starting can be dangerous if
done incorrectly. Follow the jump
starting procedure in this section to
avoid serious injury or damage to
your vehicle. If in doubt about how to
properly jump start your vehicle, we
strongly recommend that you have a
service technician or towing service
do it for you.
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH to you or bystanders,
always follow these precautions
when working near or handling
the battery:Always read and follow
instructions carefully
when handling a battery.Wear eye protection
designed to protect the
eyes from acid splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks,
or smoking materials
away from the battery.
Hydrogen is always present in battery cells,
is highly combustible,
and may explode if ignit-
ed.
Keep batteries out of
reach of children.
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(Continued)Batteries contain sulfu-
ric acid which is highly
corrosive. Do not allow
acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.
If acid gets into your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention. If acid
gets on your skin, thoroughly
wash the area. If you feel pain or
a burning sensation, get med-
ical attention immediately.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure
on the case may cause battery
acid to leak. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
Do not attempt to jump start your vehicle if your battery is
frozen.
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