
CAUTION - Automatictransaxle
If the car is being towed with all
four wheels on the ground, it canbe towed only from the front. Besure that the transaxle is in neu-tral. Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the ignitionswitch in the ACC position. Adriver must be in the towed vehi- cle to operate the steering andbrakes.
To avoid serious damage to the automatic transaxle, limit thevehicle speed to 10 mph (15 km/h) and drive less than 1 mile (1.5km) when towing.
Before towing, check the auto- matic transaxle fluid leak underyour vehicle. If the automatic transaxle fluid is leaking, aflatbed equipment or towing dollymust be used.
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Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7• Owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
• Owner maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
• Engine compartment precautions (Diesel engine) . . . 7-8Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9• Owner maintenance schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9Scheduled maintenance service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . 7-12
Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15• Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
• Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16• Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
• Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18Brake/clutch fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19• Checking the brake/clutch fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20• Checking the washer fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20• Check the parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20Fuel Filter (For Diesel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21• Draining water from fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
• Extracting air from the fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
• Fuel filter cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Air cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23• Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23Climate control air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25• Filter inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27• Blade inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27
• Blade replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-\
30• For best battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-30
• Battery capacity label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
• Battery recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32
• Reset items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32\
Tyres and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33• Tyre care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-\
33
• Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures . . . . . . 7-33
• Checking tyre inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-35
• Tyre rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36
• Wheel alignment and tyre balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
• Tyre replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
• Wheel replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
• Tyre traction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 7-39
• Tyre maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
• Tyre sidewall labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
• Low aspect ratio tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43
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7Whilst 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 steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
elling on smooth, level road.
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 oper- ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
Check manual transaxle operation, including clutch operation.
Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
At least monthly: Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.At least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall) : Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windscreen washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-
er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tyres and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year : Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, andbonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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7Brake hoses and linesVisually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.Brake fluidCheck brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of
the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake
fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4
specification.
Parking brakeInspect the parking brake system includ-
ing the parking brake lever and cables.Brake pads, calipers and rotorsCheck the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
For more information on checking the
pads or lining wear limit, refer to the
Hyundai web site.
(http://brakeman
ual.hmc.co.kr
)
Suspension mounting boltsCheck the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball jointWith the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage.
Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.Drive shafts and bootsCheck the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-
essary, repack the grease.Air conditioning refrigerant/
compressor (if equipped)Check the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle malfunc- tion and failure.
Use only specified automatictransaxle fluid. (Refer to“Recommended lubricants andcapacities” in section 8.)
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Maintenance
TYRES AND WHEELS Tyre care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tyre
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
Recommended cold tyre inflation
pressures
All tyre pressures (including the
spare) should be checked when the
tyres are cold. “Cold Tyres” means
the vehicle has not been driven for at
least three hours or driven less than
1 mile (1.6 km).
Recommended pressures must be
maintained for the best ride, top vehi-
cle handling, and minimum tyre
wear.
For recommended inflation pressure
refer to “Tyre and wheels” in section
8.All specifications (sizes and pres-
sures) can be found on a label
attached to the vehicle.
WARNING - Tyre underin-
flation
Severe underinflation (10 psi
(0.7 bar) or more) can lead to
severe heat build-up, causing
blowouts, tread separation and
other tyre failures that can
result in the loss of vehicle con-
trol leading to severe injury or
death. This risk is much higher
on hot days and when driving
for long periods at high speeds.
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7
WARNING - Tyre inflation
Overinflation or underinflation
can reduce tyre life, adversely
affect vehicle handling, and
lead to sudden tyre failure. This
could result in loss of vehicle
control and potential injury.
CAUTION - Tyre pressure
Always observe the following:
Check tyre pressure when the tyres are cold. (After vehiclehas been parked for at leastthree hours or hasn't beendriven more than 1 mile (1.6km) since startup.)
Check the pressure of your spare tyre each time youcheck the pressure of othertyres.
Never overload your vehicle. Be careful not to overload avehicle luggage rack if yourvehicle is equipped with one.
Worn, old tyres can cause accidents. If your tread isbadly worn, or if your tyreshave been damaged, replacethem.
CAUTION
Underinflation also results in excessive wear, poor handlingand reduced fuel economy.Wheel deformation also ispossible. Keep your tyre pres-sures at the proper levels. If atyre frequently needs refilling,we recommend that the sys-tem be checked by a HYUNDAIauthorised repairer.
Overinflation produces a harsh ride, excessive wear atthe centre of the tyre tread,and a greater possibility ofdamage from road hazards.
CAUTION
Warm tyres normally exceed recommended cold tyre pres-sures by 4 to 6 psi (0.28 to 0.41bar). Do not release air fromwarm tyres to adjust the pres-sure or the tyres will be under-inflated.
Be sure to reinstall the tyre inflation valve caps. Withoutthe valve cap, dirt or moisturecould get into the valve coreand cause air leakage. If avalve cap is missing, install anew one as soon as possible.
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7Tyre rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recom-
mended that the tyres be rotated
every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tyres for
correct balance.
When rotating tyres, check for
uneven wear and damage. Abnormal
wear is usually caused by incorrect
tyre pressure, improper wheel align-
ment, out-of-balance wheels, severe
braking or severe cornering. Look for
bumps or bulges in the tread or side
of tyre. Replace the tyre if you find
either of these conditions. Replace
the tyre if fabric or cord is visible.
After rotation, be sure to bring the
front and rear tyre pressures to spec-
ification and check lug nut tightness.
Refer to “Tyre and wheels” in section
8.
Disc brake pads should be inspected
for wear whenever tyres are rotated.✽ ✽ NOTICERotate radial tyres that have an
asymmetric tread pattern only from
front to rear and not from right to
left.
WARNING
Do not use the compact spare
tyre for tyre rotation.
Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tyres under any circum-
stances. This may cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics that could result in death,
severe injury, or property
damage.
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Without a spare tyre With a full-size spare tyre (if equipped)
Directional tyres (if equipped)
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Maintenance
Wheel alignment and tyre balance
The wheels on your vehicle were
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tyre
life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tyre
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need
to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.Tyre replacement
If the tyre is worn evenly, a tread
wear indicator will appear as a solid
band across the tread. This shows
there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) of
tread left on the tyre. Replace the
tyre when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tyre.
CAUTION
Improper wheel weights can
damage your vehicle's alumini-um wheels. Use only approvedwheel weights.
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Tread wear indicator
CAUTION
When replacing the tyres,recheck and tighten the wheelnuts after driving about 620miles (1,000 km). If the steeringwheel shakes or the vehiclevibrates whilst driving, the tyreis out of balance. Align the tyrebalance. If the problem is notsolved, we recommend that youcontact a HYUNDAI authorisedrepairer.
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