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Convenient features of your vehicle
System Maintenance
Climate control air filter
This filter is installed behind the glove
box. It filters the dust or other pollu-
tants that enter the vehicle through the
heating and air conditioning system.
Have the climate control air filter
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer according to the maintenance
schedule. If the car is being driven in
severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads, more frequent air condi-
tioner filter inspections and changes
are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreas-
es, the system should be checked at
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Checking the amount of air con-
ditioner refrigerant and com-
pressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
reduces the performance of the air
conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
It is important that the correct
type and amount of oil and refrig-
erant is used. Otherwise, damage
to the compressor and abnormal
system operation may occur. To
prevent damage, the air condition-
ing system in your vehicle should
only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
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Outside air
Recirculated
air
Climate control
air filterBlower
Evaporator
coreHeater core
Vehicles equipped with R-134a
Since the refrigerant
is operated at very
high pressure, the air
conditioning system
should only be serv-
iced by trained and certified
technicians.
All refrigerants should be
reclaimed with proper equip-
ment.
Venting refrigerants directly to
the atmosphere is harmful to
individuals and environment.
Failure to heed these warnings
can lead to serious injuries.
WARNING
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Convenient features of your vehicle
Auto Defogging System
Auto defogging system reduces the
possibility of fogging up the inside of
the windshield by automatically
sensing the moisture of inside the
windshield.
The auto defogging system operates
when the heater or air conditioning is
on.
Information
The auto defogging system may not
operate normally, when the outside
temperature is below 50 °F (10 °C).When the Auto Defogging
System operates, the indi-
cator will illuminate.
If higher level of moisture are sensed in
the vehicle, the Auto Defogging System
will operate in the following order:
Step 1 : Outside air position
Step 2 :Operating the air conditioning
Step 3 : Blowing air toward the wind-
shield
Step 4 : Increasing air flow toward
the windshield
If the air conditioning is off or recircu-
lated air position is manually select-
ed while Auto Defogging System is
ON, the Auto Defogging System
Indicator will blink 3 times to signal
that the manual operation has been
canceled.
To cancel or reset the
Auto Defogging System
Press the front windshield defroster
button for 3 seconds when the
POWER button is in the ON position.
When the Auto Defogging System is
canceled, ADS OFF symbol will blink
3 times and the ADS OFF will be dis-
played on the climate control infor-
mation screen.
When the Auto Defogging System is
reset, ADS OFF symbol will blink 6
times without a signal.
Information
• When the air conditioning is turned
on by Auto defogging system, if you
try to turn off the air conditioning, the
indicator will blink 3 times and the air
conditioning will not be turned off.
• For efficiency, do not select recircu-
lated air position while Auto defog-
ging system is operating.
• When Auto defogging mode is
selected, fan speed, temperature and
intake mode which is adjusted man-
ually are canceled for better defog-
ging result.
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Maintenance
Motor Compartment ..............................................7-3
Maintenance Services ...........................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner Maintenance ..............................................7-5
Owner Maintenance Schedule .......................................7-6
Scheduled Maintenance Services........................7-7
Normal Maintenance Schedule ......................................7-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ........7-10
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items..7-11
Coolant...................................................................7-12
Brake Fluid ............................................................7-13
Checking the Brake Fluid Level ...................................7-13
Washer Fluid .........................................................7-14
Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-14
Climate Control Air Filter ....................................7-15
Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-15
Wiper Blades.........................................................7-17
Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-17
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-17
12V Battery ...........................................................7-20
For Best Battery Service ..............................................7-21
Battery Recharging ........................................................7-21
Reset Features.................................................................7-22
Tires and Wheels .................................................7-23
Tire Care ............................................................................7-23
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ...........7-24
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ......................................7-25
Tire Rotation.....................................................................7-26
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ............................7-27
Tire Replacement ............................................................7-27
Wheel Replacement ........................................................7-28
Tire Traction .....................................................................7-28
Tire Maintenance ............................................................7-28
Tire Sidewall Labeling ....................................................7-28
Tire Terminology and Definitions................................7-32
All Season Tires ...............................................................7-36
Summer Tires ...................................................................7-36
Snow Tires ........................................................................7-36
Radial-Ply Tires ...............................................................7-36
Low Aspect Ratio Tires..................................................7-37
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Maintenance
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
Check radiator, heater and air con-
ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windshield washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather
strips.
Lubricate door checker.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate reduction
gear 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 follow-
ing 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 low speed
operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in
cold temperatures and/or extreme-
ly humid climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy
city traffic during hot weather
above 90°F (32°C).
For additional information or assis-
tance see your authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
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Normal Maintenance Schedule
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Km×1,00081624324048566472808896104112120128136144152160168176184192
Inspect cooling systemIIIIIIII
Rotate Tires
(Includes Tire Pressure and
Tread Wear Inspection)
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Replace Climate Control Air
Filter (For Evaporator and
Blower Unit)
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Replace coolant Replace every 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 36 months *1*2
Inspect 12V battery conditionIIIIIIII
Inspect brake lines, hoses, and
connectionsIIIIIIII
Inspect disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
Maintenance
Intervals
Maintenance
Item
I : Inspect (Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace)
R : Replace or change.
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1: When replacing or adding coolant, we recommend that you visit an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
*2: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 5 miles
(8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km)
in freezing temperature
B - Extensive low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-
spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in
very cold weatherE - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
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OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Reduction gear fluid REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km) C, E, F, G, I
Brake / pads, calipersIMore frequentlyC, D, G, H
Steering gear box, linkage & boots /
lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball jointIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E
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Filter Inspection
The climate control air filter should be
replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in
severely air-polluted cities or on
dusty rough roads for a long period,
it should be inspected more fre-
quently and replaced sooner.
Replace the climate control air filter
by following the procedure below and
be careful to avoid damaging other
components.
1. With the glove box open, remove
the stoppers on both sides to allow
the glove box to hang freely on the
hinges.2. Remove the support rod (1).
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3. Press and hold the lock (1) on
both sides of the cover.
4. Pull out (2) the cover.5. Replace the climate control air fil-
ter.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order
of disassembly.Install a new climate control air fil-
ter in the correct direction with the
arrow symbol (
↓ ↓) facing down-
wards to prevent noise and
reduced effectiveness.
NOTICE
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