2018 Hyundai Elantra GT engine coolant

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Maintenance
Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less
than 35% antifreeze, which would
reduce the effectiveness of the
solution.
For mixing percentage, refer to the
following table:
Information
If in doubt about the mix ratio, a 50%
water and 50% antifreeze mix is the
easiest to mix together as it will be the
same quantity of each. It is suitable to
use for most temperature ranges of
- 31°F and higher.
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Ambient
Temperature Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
5°F (-15°C) 35 65
-13°F (-25°C) 40 60
-31°F (-35°C) 50 50
-49°F (-45°C) 60 40
For 1.6 T-GDI
Make sure the coolant cap is
properly closed after refilling
coolant. Otherwise the engine
could be overheated while driv-
ing.
1. Check if the coolant cap label is straight In front.
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■Engine room front view
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2. Make sure that the tiny pro-
trusions inside the coolant
cap is securely interlocked.
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MaintenanceThe electric motor for the cooling fan
is controlled by engine coolant tem-
perature, refrigerant pressure and
vehicle speed. As the engine coolant
temperature decreases, the electric
motor will automatically shut off. This
is a normal condition. If your vehicle
is equipped with GDI, the electric
motor for the cooling fan may begin
to operate at any time and continue
to operate until you disconnect the
negative battery cable.The electric motor for
the cooling fan may
continue to operate
or start up when the
engine is not running
and can cause serious injury.
Keep hands, clothing and tools
away from the rotating fan
blades of the cooling fan.
WARNING
Never remove the
engine coolant reser-
voir tank/radiator cap
or the drain plug
while the engine and
radiator are hot. Hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure, causing serious
injury.
Turn the engine off and wait
until the engine cools down.
Use extreme care when remov-
ing the engine coolant reservoir
tank/radiator cap. Wrap a thick
towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the
first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the
cooling system. When you are
sure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the
cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclock-
wise to remove it.
WARNING
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■ 1.6 T-GDI
■2.0 GDI

Changing Engine Coolant
Have coolant changed by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this chapter.To prevent damage to engine
parts, put a thick towel around the
radiator cap before refilling the
coolant to prevent the coolant
from overflowing into engine
parts, such as the alternator.
NOTICE
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Maintenance
Do not use engine coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Engine coolant can severely
obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident.
Engine coolant may also cause
damage to paint and body trim.
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Maintenance
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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
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To prevent serious injury or
death, take the following safety
precautions when using washer
fluid:
Do not use engine coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Engine coolant can severely
obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident or dam-
age to paint and body trim.
Do not allow sparks or flames
to contact the washer fluid or
the washer fluid reservoir.
Washer fluid may contain alco-
hol and can be flammable.
Do not drink washer fluid and
avoid contact with skin.
Washer fluid is harmful to
humans and animals.
Keep washer fluid away from
children and animals.
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Maintenance
Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve(PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms-up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust Emission Control System
The Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.
When the engine starts or fails to
start, excessive attempts to restart
the engine may cause damage to the
emission system.
Engine exhaust (carbon monox-
ide) precautions
Carbon monoxide can be present
with other exhaust fumes. If you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind in
your vehicle, drive with all the win-
dows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
*1: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2: Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ -
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year's time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
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3: If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
*4: If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). Lubricant
Volume
Classification
Coolant Gamma
1.6 T-GDI M/T
6.55 US qt. (6.2
l)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol coolant for
aluminum radiator)
DCT
Nu 2.0 GDI M/T
6.23 US qt. (5.9
l)
A/T
6.12 US qt. (5.8 l)
Brake/Clutch fluid
0.74~0.85 US qt. (0.7 ~ 0.8 l) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel14.0 US gal. (53 l)Refer to "Fuel requirements" in the Foreword
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California perchlorate notice ..........................................7-89
Camera (Rear view) ........................................................3-94
Capacities (Lubricants) .....................................................8-7
CareExterior care ...............................................................7-78
Interior care ................................................................7-82
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
38
Cargo area cover ...........................................................3-130
Cartridge type fuse..........................................................7-55
Cellular phone holder ...................................................3-126
Center console storage ..................................................3-121
Central door lock switch .................................................3-14
Certification label ...........................................................8-10
Chains Tire chains ................................................................5-110
Check tire inflation pressure ...........................................7-40
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-34 Booster seats...............................................................2-37
Forward-facing child restraints ..................................2-37
Installing a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-37
Lower anchors and tether for children .......................2-38
Rear-facing child seats ...............................................2-36
Securing a child restraint system seat with "Tether Anchor" system ..........................................2-41
Securing a child restraint system with a lap/ shoulder belt ............................................................2-42 Securing a child restraint system with LATCH
anchors system ........................................................2-40
Selecting a child restraint system (CRS) ...................2-35
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................3-16
Climate control air filter replacement.............................7-30
Climate control system Automatic climate control system............................3-104
Manual climate control system ..................................3-95
Clock ........................................................................\
.....3-128
Clothes hanger ..............................................................3-128
Cluster ionizer ...............................................................3-120
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................3-45
Compact spare tire replacement .....................................7-43
Consumer information ....................................................8-12
Coolant ........................................................................\
....7-23
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ...................................7-23
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-85
Cruise control system .....................................................5-86
Cup holder.....................................................................3-1\
23
Curtain air bags ...............................................................2-49
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-46
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................3-45
Day/night rearview mirror ..............................................3-20
Daytime running light (DRL) .........................................3-81
Defogging (Windshield)................................................3-115
Index
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Defroster........................................................................\
3-119Rear window defroster .............................................3-119
Defrosting (Windshield)................................................3-115
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination..................................................................3-46
Displays, see instrument cluster .....................................3-45
Door locks .......................................................................3\
-11 Auto door lock/unlock features ..................................3-15
Central door lock switch ............................................3-14
Child-protector rear door lock....................................3-16
Drinks holders, see cup holders ....................................3-123
Drive mode integrated control system ............................5-54 SPORT mode ..............................................................5-54
Driver attention alert system (DAA) ..............................5-82
Driver's air bag................................................................2-47
Driver's knee airbag ........................................................2-47
Driving at night .............................................................5-108
Driving in flooded areas ...............................................5-109
Driving in the rain.........................................................5-108
Dual clutch transmission.................................................5-25 DCT warning messages..............................................5-27
Good driving practices ...............................................5-33
Manual shift mode......................................................5-30
Paddle shifter ..............................................................5-31
Parking........................................................................\
5-32
Shift lock system ........................................................5-32
Shift-lock release ........................................................5-32
Transmission ranges ...................................................5-29 Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with HomeLink
®system,
compass and Blue Link®.............................................3-20
Electric power steering (EPS).........................................3-17
Electronic parking brake (EPB) ......................................5-38
Electronic stability control (ESC)...................................5-48
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-22
Emission control system .................................................7-85 Crankcase emission control system ...........................7-85
Evaporative emission control System ........................7-85
Exhaust emission control system ...............................7-86
Engine compartment..................................................1-7, 7-3
Engine compartment panel fuse replacement .................7-55
Engine coolant ................................................................7-23
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................................3-47
Engine number ................................................................8-11
Engine oil ........................................................................\
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Engine specification..........................................................8-2
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-9
EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) .....................................5-38
Evaporative emission control System.............................7-85
Exhaust emission control system....................................7-86
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-18
Exterior care....................................................................7-78\
Exterior overview Front view ....................................................................1-2
Rear view......................................................................1-\
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