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Maintenance
WARNING
Brake/clutch fluid
When changing and adding brake/
clutch fluid, handle it carefully. Do not
let it come in contact with your eyes.
If brake/clutch fluid come in contact
with your eyes, immediately flush them
with a large quantity of fresh tap water.
Have your eyes examined by a doctor
as soon as possible.
NOTICE
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid to
contact the vehicle’s body paint, as
paint damage will result.
Brake/clutch fluid, which has been
exposed to open air for an extended
time should never be used as its quality
cannot be guaranteed. It should be
properly disposed. Don’t put in the
wrong kind of fluid. A few drops of
mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in
your brake/clutch system can damage
brake/clutch system parts.
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Maintenance
Draining water from fuel filter
The fuel filter for diesel engine plays an
important role of separating water from
fuel and accumulating the water in its
bottom.
If water accumulates in the fuel filter,
the warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
If this warning light turned
on, we recommend that the
system be serviced by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE
If the water accumulated in the fuel
filter is not drained at proper times,
damages to the major parts such as the
fuel system can be caused by water
permeation in the fuel filter.
Fuel filter cartridge replacement
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When replacing the fuel filter cartridge,
we recommend that you use parts
for replacement from an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
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Maintenance
i Information
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the element
more often than the usual recommended
intervals (refer to “Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions” in this chapter).
NOTICE
• Do not drive with the air cleaner filter
removed. This will result in excessive
engine wear.
• When removing the air cleaner filter,
be careful that dust or dirt does not
enter the air intake, or damage may
result.
• Use HYUNDAI genuine parts or the
equivalent specified for your vehicle.
Use of non-genuine parts could
damage the air flow sensor.
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10
WARNING
Battery dangers
Always read the following
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and
all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, a highly
combustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the
reach of children because
batteries contain highly
corrosive SULFURIC ACID.
Do not allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
If any electrolyte gets into
your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get
immediate medical
attention. If electrolyte gets
on your skin, thoroughly
wash the contacted area. If
you feel a pain or a burning
sensation, get medical
attention immediately.
Wear eye protection when
charging or working near a
battery. Always provide
ventilation when working in
an enclosed space.
An inappropriately
disposed battery can be
harmful to the environment
and human health. Dispose
the battery according to
your local law(s) or
regulation.
The battery contains lead.
Do not dispose of it after
use. Please return the
battery to an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer to be
recycled.
• When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the case may
cause battery acid to leak, resulting
in personal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
• Never attempt to recharge the
battery when the battery cables are
connected.
• The electrical ignition system works
with high voltage. Never touch these
components with the engine running
or the ignition switched on.
Failure to follow the above warnings
can result in serious bodily injury or
death.
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10
WARNING
• Before performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
• The negative battery cable must be
removed first and installed last when
the battery is disconnected.
Reset items
Items should be reset after the battery
has been discharged or the battery has
been disconnected.
• Auto up/down window
(See chapter 5)
• Climate control system
(See chapter 5)
• Audio (See chapter 5)
Battery replacement
Replacing a Battery required
precautionary measures.
We recommend that you consult an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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