2022 HYUNDAI ELANTRA radiator cap

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Vehicle Information
„Smartstream G 2.0 Atkinson
„Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.OCN7080064L/OCN7N080001
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir .......................9-18
2. Brake fluid reservoir ............................. 9-20
3. Air cleaner ............................................. 9-22
4. Engine oil dipstick ................................ .9-15
5. Engine oil filler cap ................................ 9-156. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ........ 9-21
7. Fuse box ................................................ 9-43
8. Battery ....................................................9-27
9. Radiator cap ...........................................9-18

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only
lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine
efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1
(drain and refill)Smartstream
G 2.0 Atkinson4.54 US qt.

bSAE OW-20, API SN PLUS/SP or
ILSAC GF-6 *
1
Smartstream
G1.6 T-GDi5.07 US qt.

bSAE 0W-20, API SN PLUS/SP or
ILSAC GF-6
Manual transmission fluid1.6~1.7 US qt.
a
bHK SYN MTF 70W, SPIRAX S6
GHME 70W MTF, GS MTF HD 70W
(API GL-4, SAE 70W, TGO-9)
Intelligent variable transmission
fluid6.87 US qt.

bHyundai genuine SP-CVT1
Dual clutch transmission fluid1.7~1.8 US qt.
a
bAPI GL-4, SAE 70W,
HK D DCTF TGO-10 (SK),
SPIRAX S6 GHDE 70W DCTF
(H.K.SHELL), 7 DCTF HKM (S-OIL)
CoolantSmartstream
G 2.0 Atkinson7.82 US qt.

bMixture of antifreeze and water
(Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol
coolant for aluminum radiator) Smartstream
G 1.6 T-GDi 7.19 US qt.

b
Brake/clutch fluid 0.74~0.85 US qt.
a
bDOT-4 *
2
Fuel49.66 US qt.

bRefer to “Fuel requirements” in
the Foreword chapter.
*1 : Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 12.
*2 : To maintain the best braking performance and ABS/ESC performance, we recommend
that you use genuine brake fluid that conform to specifications. (Standard : SAE J1704
DOT-4 LV, ISO4925 CLASS-6 and FMVSS 116 DOT-4)

Instrument Cluster
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
OCN7040008
OCN7040009
„Type A

„Type B
This gauge indicates the temperature
of the engine coolant when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
NOTICE
If the gauge pointer moves beyond
the normal range area toward the "H"
position, it indicates overheating that
may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an
overheated engine. If your engine
overheats, refer to "If the Engine
Overheats" in chapter 7.
WARNING
Never remove the radiator cap or
reservoir cap when the engine is hot.
The engine coolant is under pressure
and could severely burn. Wait until the
engine is cool before adding coolant to
the reservoir.
Fuel gauge
OCN7040010
OCN7040011
„Type B 
„Type A
This gauge indicates the approximate
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Information

[The fuel tank capacity is given in
chapter 2.

[The fuel gauge is supplemented by
a low fuel warning light, which will
illuminate when the fuel tank is nearly
empty.

[On inclines or curves, the fuel gauge
pointer may fluctuate or the low fuel
warning light may come on earlier than
usual due to the movement of fuel in
the tank.

Emergency Situations
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If your temperature gauge indicates
overheating, you experience a loss of
power, or hear loud pinging or knocking,
the engine may be overheating. If this
happens, you should:
1. Pull off the road and stop as soon as it
is safe to do so.
2. Put the vehicle in P (Park), and set the
parking brake. If the air conditioning is
ON, turn it OFF.
3. If engine coolant is running out under
the vehicle or steam is coming out
from the hood, stop the engine. Do
not open the hood until the coolant
has stopped running or the steaming
has stopped. If there is no visible
loss of engine coolant and no steam,
leave the engine running and check
to be sure the engine cooling fan is
operating. If the fan is not running,
turn the engine off.
WARNING
While the engine is running,
keep hands, clothing and tools
away from the moving parts
such as the cooling fan and
drive belt to prevent serious
injury.4. Check to see if the water pump drive
belt is missing.
(1) If it is not missing, check to see that
it is tight.
(2) If the drive belt seems to be
satisfactory, check for coolant leaking
from the radiator, hoses or under
the vehicle. (If the air conditioning
had been in use, it is normal for cold
water to be draining from it when you
stop.)
5. If the water pump drive belt is
broken or engine coolant is leaking
out, stop the engine immediately
and we recommend that you call
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
assistance.
WARNING
NEVER remove the radiator
cap or the drain plug while
the engine and radiator are
hot. Hot coolant and steam
may blow out under pressure,
causing serious injury.
Turn the engine off and wait until the
engine cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap. Wrap
a thick towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the first
stop. Step back while the pressure is
released from the cooling system. When
you are sure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the cap, using
a thick towel, and continue turning
counterclockwise to remove it.
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS

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09
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Air cleaner
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Engine oil filler cap6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Fuse box
8. Battery
9. Radiator cap
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
„„Smartstream G2.0Smartstream G2.0
„„Smartstream G1.6 T-GDiSmartstream G1.6 T-GDi
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.OCN7080064L/OCN7N080001OCN7080064L/OCN7N080001
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Engine Oil and Filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the vehicle
is being driven in severe conditions,
more frequent oil and filter changes are
required.
Drive Belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence
of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
saturation and replace if necessary. Drive
belts should be checked periodically
for proper tension and adjusted as
necessary.
Fuel Filter
A clogged-up fuel filter may limit the
vehicle driving speed, damage the
emission system, and cause the hard
starting. When a considerable amount
of foreign substances are accumulated
in the fuel tank, the fuel filter should be
replaced.
Upon installing a new fuel filter, operate
the engine for several minutes, and
check the connections for any leakages.
Fuel filters should be installed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Have an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
replace any damaged or leaking parts
immediately.
Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.
Air Cleaner Filter
A genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter
is recommended when the filter is
replaced.
Spark Plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Cooling System
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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Maintenance
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WARNING
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„„Smartstream G1.6 T-GDiSmartstream G1.6 T-GDi
1. Check if the radiator cap label is
straight In front.
2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions
inside the radiator cap should be
securely interlocked.
Recommended engine coolant
• When adding coolant, use only
distilled (deionized) water for your
vehicle and never mix hard water in
the coolant filled at the factory.
• An improper coolant mixture can
result in severe malfunction or engine
damage.
• The engine in your vehicle has
aluminum engine parts and must be
protected by an ethylene-glycol with
phosphate based coolant to prevent
corrosion and freezing.
• Do not use alcohol or methanol
coolant or mix them with the specified
coolant.
• Do not use a solution that contains
more than 60% antifreeze or less than
35% antifreeze, which would reduce
the effectiveness of the solution.
For mixing percentage, refer to the
following table:
Ambient
TemperatureMixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
5°F (-15°C) 35 65
-13°F (-
25°C) 40 60
-31°F (-35°C) 50 50
-49°F (-45°C) 60 40
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WARNING
The electric motor for the
cooling fan may continue to
operate or start up when the
engine is not running and can
cause serious injury. Keep
hands, clothing and tools away
from the rotating fan blades of
the cooling fan.
The electric motor for the cooling
fan is controlled by engine coolant
temperature, refrigerant pressure and
vehicle speed. As the engine coolant
temperature decreases, the electric
motor will automatically shut off. This is a
normal condition.
Changing Engine Coolant
Have coolant changed by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this chapter.
WARNING
Do not use engine coolant or antifreeze
in the washer fluid reservoir.
Engine coolant can severely obscure
visibility when sprayed on the
windshield and may cause loss of
vehicle control resulting in an accident.
Engine coolant may also cause damage
to paint and body trim.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to engine parts, put
a thick towel around the radiator cap
before refilling the coolant to prevent
the coolant from overflowing into
engine parts, such as the alternator.
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