While Driving
6-90
Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that
a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be
used during cold weather. See chapter 8
for recommendations. If you aren't sure
what weight oil you should use, consult
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the
battery system. Visually inspect the
battery and cables as described in
chapter 8. The level of charge in your
battery can be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or a service station.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in
chapter 8 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and
components to be sure they are not
cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
Use approved window washer anti-
freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the
container. Window washer anti-freeze is
available from an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer and most auto parts outlets. Do
not use engine coolant or other types
of antifreeze as these may damage the
paint finish.
Do not let your parking brake freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when
there is an accumulation of snow or
ice around or near the rear brakes or
if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk
the parking brake may freeze, apply
it only temporarily while you put the
gear selector lever in P and block the
rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then
release the parking brake.
Do not let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and
interfere with the steering. When driving
in severe winter conditions where this
may happen, you should periodically
check underneath the car to be sure the
movement of the front wheels and the
steering components is not obstructed.
Don't place foreign objects
or materials in the engine
compartment
Placement of foreign object or materials
which prevent cooling of the engine, in
the engine compartment, may cause a
failure or combustion. The manufacturer
is not responsible for the damage caused
by such placement.
To keep locks from freezing
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt
an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine
into the key opening. If a lock is covered
with ice, squirt it with an approved de-
icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock
is frozen internally, you may be able to
thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle
the heated key with care to avoid injury.
Emergency Situations
7-6
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. Place the shift lever 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 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 engine coolant is leaking out, stop
the engine immediately and call the
nearest authorized HYUNDAI dealer
for assistance.
WARNING
Your vehicle is equipped
with a pressurized coolant
reserve tank. NEVER remove
the engine coolant reservoir
tank/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 engine coolant
reservoir tank/radiator cap. Wrap
a towel or thick rag around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
release some of the pressure from the
system. Step back while the pressure is
released.
When you are sure all the pressure has
been released, continue turning the cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
6. If you cannot find the cause of the
overheating, wait until the engine
temperature has returned to normal.
Then, if coolant has been lost,
carefully add coolant to the reservoir
to bring the fluid level in the reservoir
up to the halfway mark.
7. Proceed with caution, keeping alert
for further signs of overheating. If
overheating happens again, call
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
assistance.
CAUTION
Serious loss of coolant indicates a
leak in the cooling system and should
be checked as soon as possible by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS
8
Engine Compartment ....................................................................................... 8-3
Maintenance Services ...................................................................................... 8-4
Owner’s Responsibility ............................................................................................... 8-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................................................... 8-4
Owner Maintenance ......................................................................................... 8-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ....................................................................................8-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ....................................................................8-7Normal Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................. 8-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ......................................................... 8-11
Severe Driving Conditions .......................................................................................... 8-11
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items .............................................. 8-12
Engine Oil ......................................................................................................... 8-15
Checking the Engine Oil Level ................................................................................... 8-15
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................... 8-15
Engine Coolant .................................................................................................8-16
Checking the Engine Coolant Level .......................................................................... 8-16
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................................................................... 8-18
Brake/Clutch Fluid ...........................................................................................8-19
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level .................................................................... 8-19
Washer Fluid .................................................................................................... 8-20Checking the Washer Fluid Level ............................................................................. 8-20
Parking Brake .................................................................................................. 8-20
Checking the Parking Brake ..................................................................................... 8-20
Air Cleaner ........................................................................................................ 8-21Filter Replacement ..................................................................................................... 8-21
Climate Control Air Filter ................................................................................ 8-22Filter Inspection.......................................................................................................... 8-22
Wiper Blades ................................................................................................... 8-23Blade Inspection ........................................................................................................ 8-23
Blade Replacement .................................................................................................... 8-23
Battery ............................................................................................................. 8-25For Best Battery Service ............................................................................................8-26
Battery Recharging ....................................................................................................8-26
Reset Features ............................................................................................................8-26
8. Maintenance
8-3
08
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
3. Air cleaner
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Engine oil filler cap6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Fuse box
8. Battery
9. Engine coolant cap
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.OQX089001L
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
08
8-5
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,
for intelligent variable transmission
vehicle) position, place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/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 engine oil level.
[ 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