2018 Hyundai Elantra wiper blades

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Driving your vehicle
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid
engine overheating, possible damage
to the transmission, and tire damage.
See "Towing" in chapter 6.
Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-
ners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards
than driving in the daylight. Here are
some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distancebetween you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other driver's headlamps.
Keep your headlamps clean and prop- erly aimed. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlamps will make it much more dif-
ficult to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the headlamps of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. Here are a few things to con-
sider when driving in the rain or on slick
pavement:
Slow down and allow extra followingdistance. A heavy rainfall makes it
harder to see and increases the dis-
tance needed to stop your vehicle.
Turn OFF your Cruise Control.
Replace your windshield wiper blades when they show signs of streaking or
missing areas on the windshield.
Tires should be properly maintained with at least 2/32nds of an inch of tread
depth. If your tires do not have enough
tread, making a quick stop on wet
pavement can cause a skid and possi-
bly lead to an accident. See "Tire
Tread" in chapter 7.
Turn on your headlamps to make it easier for others to see you.
Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
If you believe your brakes may be wet, apply them lightly while driving until
normal braking operation returns.
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
Engine Compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance Services ...........................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner Maintenance ..............................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Schedule .......................................7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services........................7-6
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Nu 2.0 MPI) .............7-7
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
(Nu 2.0 MPI)......................................................................7-\
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Severe Driving Conditions .............................................7-11
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gamma 1.6 T-GDI) ..7-12
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
(Gamma 1.6 T-GDI) .........................................................7-15
Severe Driving Conditions .............................................7-16
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items.. 7-17
Engine Oil ..............................................................7-19
Checking the Engine Oil Level .....................................7-19
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter .............................7-20
Engine Coolant .....................................................7-21
Checking the Engine Coolant Level ............................7-21
Changing Engine Coolant ..............................................7-23
Brake/Clutch Fluid ...............................................7-23
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level .....................7-23
Washer Fluid .........................................................7-24
Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-24
Parking Brake .......................................................7-25
Checking the Parking Brake .........................................7-25
Air Cleaner ............................................................7-25
Filter Replacement ..........................................................7-25
Climate Control Air Filter ....................................7-26
Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-26
Wiper Blades.........................................................7-28
Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-28
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-28
Battery...................................................................7-30
For Best Battery Service ..............................................7-31
Battery Recharging ........................................................7-31
Reset Features.................................................................7-32
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the brake lights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare for tires that
are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged.
Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall)
Check radiator, heater and air condi-
tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-
er fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the seat belts for wear and func- tion.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and hoodhinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
Lubricate door checker.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic trans- mission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level. Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if
the vehicle is usually operated where
none of the following conditions apply. If
any of the following conditions apply, you
must follow the Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions.
Repeated short distance driving.
Driving in dusty conditions or sandy
areas.
Extensive use of brakes.
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used.
Driving on rough or muddy roads.
Driving in mountainous areas.
Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and/or extremely humid
climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 90°F
(32°C).
For additional information or assistance
see your authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the windshield or
the wiper blades with foreign matter can
reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
shield wiper functionality. Common
sources of contamination are insects,
tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by
some commercial car washes. If the
blades are not wiping properly, clean
both the window and the blades with a
clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, arms or other components, do
not:
Use gasoline, kerosene, paint thin-
ner, or other solvents on or near
them.
Attempt to move the wipers manual- ly.
Use non-specified wiper blades.
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
or other components, do not attempt
to move the wipers manually.
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc-
tion and failure.
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Vehicle Certification Label .............................................8-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............................8-10
Vehicle Load Limit .........................................................5-93Tire Loading Information Label.................................5-94
Volume and Weight ...........................................................8-6
Washer Fluid ...................................................................7-24 Checking the Washer Fluid Level ..............................7-24
Windows ........................................................................\
.3-37 Power Windows..........................................................3-38
Windshield Defrosting And Defogging ........................3-131 Auto Defogging System (Only for Automatic Climate Control System).....3-134
Winter Driving ................................................................5-90 Snow or Icy Conditions..............................................5-90
Winter Precautions .....................................................5-92
Wiper Blades ...................................................................7-30 Blade Inspection .........................................................7-30
Blade Replacement .....................................................7-30
Wipers and Washers ......................................................3-108 Windshield Washers .................................................3-108
Windshield Wipers ...................................................3-108
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