2018 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual

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Recommended SAE viscosity
number Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather.Using oils of any viscosity other than
those recommended could result in
engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change.
Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.
CAUTION
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Engine
Oil
Gamma
1.6 T-GDI *1
Nu 2.0 MPI *2
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(°F)
*1: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a vis-
cosity grade 5W-30 (ACEA A5 or above). However, if the engine oil is not
available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil
viscosity chart.
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2: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a vis- cosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine
oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the
engine oil viscosity chart.
5W-30, 5W-40
10W-30
15W-40
20W-50
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30

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The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your car
and in all legal matters pertaining to its
ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the passenger seat. To check the
number, open the cover.The VIN is also on a plate attached to the
top of the dashboard. The number on the
plate can easily be seen through the
windshield from outside.
The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver's side center pillar gives the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
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The tires supplied on your new vehicle
are chosen to provide the best perform-
ance for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver’s side
center pillar gives the tire pressures rec-
ommended for your car.The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.The refrigerant label provides information
such as refrigerant type and amount.
The label is located on the underside of
the hood.
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Eastern Region:
Connecticut, Delaware,
Maine, Massachusetts, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New York,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Vermont.
Eastern Region
1122 Cranbury South River Road
Jamesburg, NJ 08831
(800) 633-5151
Southern Region:
Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North
Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia,
West Virginia.
Southern Region
3025 Chastain Meadows Parkway
Suite 100 Marietta, GA 30066
(800) 633-5151 South Central Region:
Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana,
Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma,
Tennessee, Texas.
South Central Region
1421 South Beltline Road, Suite 400
Coppell, TX 75019
(800) 633-5151
Central Region:
Illinois, Indiana, lowa, Kentucky,
Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska,
North Dakota, South Dakota, Ohio,
Wisconsin, Kansas, Missouri.
Central Region
2 Trans Am Plaza Dr #500 Oakbrook
Terrace, IL 60181
(800) 633-5151
Western Region:
Alaska, Hawaii, Arizona, California,
Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada,
Oregon, Utah, Washington,
Wyoming.
Western Region
10550 Talbert Avenue P.O.Box
20850 Fountain Valley, California
92728-0850
(800) 633-5151
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This consumer information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Your HYUNDAI dealer will help answer any questions
you may have as you read this information.
HYUNDAI motor vehicles are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all applicable safety standards.
For your safety, however, we strongly urge you to read and follow all directions in this Owner’s Manual, particularly
the information under the headings "NOTICE", "CAUTION" and "WARNING" .
If, after reading this manual, you have any questions regarding the operation of your vehicle, please contact your near-
est HYUNDAI Motor America Regional Office as listed in the following:

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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying HYUNDAI
MOTOR AMERICA.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888- 327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
go to http://www.safercar.gov;
download the SaferCar mobile application;
or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE,
West Building Washington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob-
lems between you, your dealer, or HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA.
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Accessing Your Vehicle ....................................................3-3Immobilizer System ...................................................3-10
Remote Key ..................................................................3-3
Smart Key.....................................................................3-6\
Air bag - Advanced supplemental restraint system ........2-38 Additional Safety Precautions ....................................2-59
Air Bag Warning Labels.............................................2-60
How Does the Air Bag System Operate? ...................2-43
Occupant Classification System (OCS) .....................2-48
SRS Care ....................................................................2-58\
What to Expect After an Air Bag Inflates ..................2-47
Where Are the Air Bags? ...........................................2-40
Why Didn't My Air Bag Go Off in a Collision?........2-53
Air Cleaner......................................................................7-\
25 Filter Replacement .....................................................7-25
Air Conditioning System ..................................................8-6
Appearance Care .............................................................7-76 Exterior Care ..............................................................7-76
Interior Care ...............................................................7-80 Audio (Without Touch Screen) .......................................4-16
Features of Your Audio ..............................................4-17
Media Mode ...............................................................4-36
Phone Mode................................................................4-42
Radio Mode ................................................................4-32
Setup Mode ................................................................4-53
SiriusXM Radio Mode ...............................................4-34
Voice Recognition Mode ............................................4-46
Automatic Climate Control System..............................3-120 Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning ................3-121
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning .....................3-122
System Maintenance ................................................3-130
System Operation .....................................................3-128
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)...........................5-52 AEB Front Radar Sensor............................................5-56
AEB Warning Message and System Control .............5-54
Limitations of the System ..........................................5-58
System Malfunction ...................................................5-57
System Setting and Activation ...................................5-52
Automatic Transmission .................................................5-19 Automatic Transmission Operation............................5-19
Good Driving Practices ..............................................5-23
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Battery ........................................................................\
.....7-30Battery Recharging .....................................................7-31
For Best Battery Service ............................................7-31
Reset Features ............................................................7-32
Before Driving ..................................................................5-4 Before Entering the Vehicle .........................................5-4
Before Starting .............................................................5-4
Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) ..............................5-45 BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / LCA (Lane Change Assist) .....................................5-46
Limitations of the System ..........................................5-51
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...............................5-49
Brake/Clutch Fluid..........................................................7-23 Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level.....................7-23
Braking System ...............................................................5-33 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................................5-36
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator........................................5-34
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).............................5-38
Good Braking Practices..............................................5-42
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .................................5-42
Parking Brake .............................................................5-34
Power Brakes..............................................................5-33
Rear Drum Brakes ......................................................5-34
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) .......................5-41
Bulb Wattage .....................................................................8-3\
California Perchlorate Notice .........................................7-86
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-28
Children Always in the Rear ......................................2-28
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................2-31
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS).................2-29
Climate Control Additional Features ............................3-135 Automatic Ventilation...............................................3-135
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation .............................3-135
Climate Control Air Filter...............................................7-26 Filter Inspection..........................................................7-26
Consumer Information ....................................................8-12
Cruise Control .................................................................5-69 Cruise Control operation ............................................5-69
Declaration of conformity...............................................4-63 FCC ........................................................................\
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Defroster........................................................................\
3-110 Rear Window Defroster ............................................3-110
Dimensions .......................................................................8\
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Door Locks......................................................................3-\
11 Auto Door Lock/Unlock Features ..............................3-14
Child-Protector Rear Door locks................................3-15
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle .........3-12
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle.......3-11
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