2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA N Owners Manual

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• Use a towing cable or chain less than 5 m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or
red cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches)
wide) in the middle of the cable or
chain for easy visibility.
• Drive carefully so the towing cable or chain remains tight during towing.
• Before towing, check the Dual clutch transmission for fluid leaks under
your vehicle. If the Dual clutch
transmission fluid is leaking, flatbed
equipment or a towing dolly must be
used.
NOTICE
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle
in a slow and gradual manner while
maintaining tension on the tow rope
or chain to start or drive the vehicle,
otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle
may be damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle and
vehicle components when towing:
• Always pull straight ahead when
using the towing hooks. Do not pull
from the side or at a vertical angle.
• Do not use the towing hooks to pull
a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.
• Limit the vehicle speed to 10mph
(15km/h) and drive less than 1 mile
(1.5 km) when towing to avoid serious
damage to Manual transmission /
Dual clutch transmission.
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Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
............ 9-3
Maintenance Services ........................................................................\
...........9-4
Owner’s Responsibility ........................................................................\
.................... 9-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ........................................................................\
.... 9-4
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.............. 9-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
........ 9-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................................................ 9-7Normal Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
....... 9-9
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ..................................................... 9-12
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items .......................................... 9-14Dual clutch transmission fluid ........................................................................\
....... 9-15
Drive Axle Shafts and Boots ........................................................................\
........... 9-15
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
............................. 9-16Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................\
........9-16
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................\
9-17
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
..................... 9-19Checking the Engine Coolant Level .......................................................................9\
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Changing Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
.............. 9-22
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................................................\
............... 9-23Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ................................................................ 9-23
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
......................... 9-24
Checking the Washer Fluid Level ........................................................................\
.. 9-24
Parking Brake ........................................................................\
....................... 9-24Checking the Parking Brake ........................................................................\
.......... 9-24
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
............................ 9-25Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
......................... 9-25
Cabin Air Filter ........................................................................\
...................... 9-27
Filter Inspection........................................................................\
.............................. 9-27
Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
......................... 9-27
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
........................ 9-28Blade Inspection ........................................................................\
............................ 9-28
Blade Replacement ........................................................................\
........................ 9-28
Battery ....................................................................\
......................................9-30For Best Battery Service ........................................................................\
................. 9-31
Battery Capacity Label ........................................................................\
.................... 9-31
Battery Recharging ........................................................................\
........................ 9-32
Reset Items ........................................................................\
..................................... 9-32
9. Maintenance
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Tires and Wheels ........................................................................\
.................. 9-33Tire Care ........................................................................\
.......................................... 9-34
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ....................................................... 9-34
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ........................................................................\
......... 9-35
Tire Rotation ........................................................................\
................................... 9-35
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....................................................................... 9-36
Tire Replacement ........................................................................\
........................... 9-37
Wheel Replacement ........................................................................\
....................... 9-38
Tire Traction ........................................................................\
.................................... 9-38
Tire Maintenance..................................................................\
.................................. 9-38
Tire Sidewall Labeling ........................................................................\
.................... 9-38
Tire Terminology and Definitions ........................................................................\
...9-41
All Season Tires ........................................................................\
...............................9-44
Summer Tires ........................................................................\
.................................9-44
Snow Tires......................................................................\
.........................................9-44
Radial-Ply Tires ........................................................................\
............................... 9-45
Low Aspect Ratio Tires ........................................................................\
................... 9-45
Fuses ...................................................................\
.......................................... 9-47Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement ....................................................................9-48
Engine Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement ..................................................9-49
Fuse/Relay Panel Description........................................................................\
........9-50
Light Bulbs ........................................................................\
............................9-58Headlamp, Position Lamp, Turn Signal Lamp and Daytime Running
Light Bulb Replacement ........................................................................\
................ 9-59
Side Repeater Lamp Replacement ...................................................................... 9-60
Rear Combination Lamp Bulb Replacement ....................................................... 9-60
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement .............................................................. 9-62
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement .................................................................9-63
Interior Light Bulb Replacement ........................................................................\
...9-63
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
.................9-65Exterior Care ........................................................................\
................................... 9-65
Interior Care ........................................................................\
.................................... 9-70
Emission Control System ........................................................................\
..... 9-73
California Perchlorate Notice ...................................................................... 9-76
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9-3
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1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
3. Air cleaner
4. Engine oil dipstick5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Fuse box
8. Battery
9. Engine coolant cap
2.0 T-GDi2.0 T-GDi
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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Maintenance9-4
You should exercise the utmost care
to prevent damage to your vehicle and
injury to yourself whenever performing
any maintenance or inspection
procedures.
Have your vehicle maintained and
repaired by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer. An authorized HYUNDAI dealer
meets HYUNDAI’s high service quality
standards and receives technical support
from HYUNDAI in order to provide you
with a high level of service satisfaction.
Owner’s Responsibility
Maintenance service and record
retention are the owner’s responsibility.
You should retain documents that show
proper maintenance has been performed
on your vehicle in accordance with
the scheduled maintenance service
charts shown on the following pages.
You need this information to establish
your compliance with the servicing
and maintenance requirements of your
vehicle warranties.
Detailed warranty information is
provided in your Owner’s Handbook &
Warranty Information booklet.
Repairs and adjustments required as a
result of improper maintenance or a lack
of required maintenance are not covered.
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient
servicing may result in operational
problems with your vehicle that could
lead to vehicle damage, an accident, or
personal injury. This chapter provides
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform. Several
procedures can be done only by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer with special
tools.
Your vehicle should not be modified
in any way. Such modifications may
adversely affect the performance, safety
or durability of your vehicle and may, in
addition, violate conditions of the limited
warranties covering the vehicle.
Certain modifications may also be in
violation of regulations established by
the U.S. Department of Transportation
and other federal or state agencies.
NOTICE
Improper owner maintenance during
the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. For details, read
the separate Owner’s Handbook &
Warranty Information booklet provided
with the vehicle. If you’re unsure about
any service or maintenance procedure,
have it done by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
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WARNING
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or
the proper tools and equipment to do
the work, have it done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
ALWAYS follow these precautions for
performing maintenance work:
• Park your vehicle on level ground,
move the shift lever into the P (Park)
position, set the Engine Start/Stop
button to the OFF position.
• Block the tires (front and back) to
prevent the vehicle from moving.
Remove loose clothing or jewelry
that can become entangled in
moving parts.
• If you must run the engine during
maintenance, do so out doors or in
an area with plenty of ventilation.
• Keep flames, sparks, or smoking
materials away from the battery and
fuel-related parts. The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed
by the owner or an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer at the frequencies indicated to
help ensure safe, dependable operation
of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your dealer as
soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance vehicle
checks are generally not covered by
warranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.
Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your engine
coolant level when the engine is hot.
This may result in coolant being blown
out of the opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
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Maintenance9-6
While operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice if there is any increased
steering effort or looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when
traveling on smooth, level road.
• When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occurs,
check the transmission fluid level.
• Check the dual clutch transmission P (Park) function.
• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
• Check the manual transmission operation, including clutch operation.
At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the engine coolant 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:
(for example, every Spring and
Autumn)
• Check radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
• Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer a fluid.
• Check headlamp alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
• 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 dual clutch transmission linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.
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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.
• Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature of less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature.
• Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances.
• Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads.
• Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather.
• Driving in heavy dust condition.
• Driving in heavy traffic area.
• Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly.
• Using for towing or camping, and driving with loads on the roof
• Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing.
• Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions.
• Engine oil usage which is not recommended(Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace
or refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After the
periods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the prescribed maintenance
intervals.
NOTICE
After 10 years or 100,000 miles, use severe maintenance schedule.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
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