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9. Maintenance
Motor Compartment ........................................................................................ 9-3
Maintenance Services ...................................................................................... 9-4
Owner’s Responsibility ............................................................................................... 9-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................................................... 9-4
Owner Maintenance ......................................................................................... 9-5
Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................... 9-6
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................................................................... 9 -7
Normal Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................. 9-8
Normal Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................. 9-9
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ........................................................9-10
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ...............................................9-11
Coolant ............................................................................................................. 9-12
Brake Fluid ........................................................................................................ 9-13
Checking the Brake Fluid Level ................................................................................. 9-13
Reduction Gear Fluid ....................................................................................... 9-14
Washer Fluid ..................................................................................................... 9-14
Checking the Washer Fluid Level .............................................................................. 9-14
Cabin Air Filter .................................................................................................. 9-15
Filter Inspection.......................................................................................................... 9-15 Filter Replacement ..................................................................................................... 9-15
Wiper Blades .................................................................................................... 9-16
Blade Inspection ........................................................................................................ 9-16
Blade Replacement .................................................................................................... 9-16
Battery (12 volt) ................................................................................................ 9-19
For best battery service ............................................................................................ 9-20
Battery Capacity Label .............................................................................................. 9-20
Battery Recharging ................................................................................................... 9-20
Reset Items ................................................................................................................. 9-21
Maintenance
9-4
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.
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 Service Passport provided
with the vehicle. If you’re unsure about
any service or maintenance procedure,
have it done by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Maintenance services
Maintenance
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Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for charging: • Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
• Check for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your coolant
level when the motor compartment is
hot. This may result in coolant being
blown out of the opening and cause
serious burns and other injuries.
While operating your 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 gear shift occurs,
check the shift gear fluid level.
• Check the shift gear 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). At least monthly: •
Check coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, 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 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.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate shift gear
linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery (12V) and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.
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Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good vehicle performance.
Keep receipts for all vehicle services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of
service is determined by whichever occurs first.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM Months
4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
Miles×1,000 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
Km×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 75 80 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160 168 176 184 192
Cooling system
Inspect every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Rotate Tires
(Includes Tire Pressure and
Tread Wear Inspection) I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Replace Climate Control Air
Filter (For Evaporator and
Blower Unit) R R
R R R R R R
Coolant *
1 Standard
At first, replace 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or 24 month.
Low Conductivity Replace every 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or 36 months *
2
12V auxiliary battery condition I I
I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses, and connections I I
I I I I I I
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change. *1 : When replacing or adding coolant, 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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Normal Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM Months
4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
Miles×1,000 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
Km×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 75 80 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160 168 176 184 192
Disc brakes and pads I I
I I I I I I
Steering gear rack,
linkage, and boots I I
I I I I I I
Drive shafts and boots I I
I I I I I I
Air conditioning
compressor, air conditioner
refrigerant and performanceI I
I I I I I I
Reduction gear fluid
I I I
Brake pedal I I
I I I I I I
Brake fluid Inspect every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under
severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operation Maintenance intervals Driving
condition
Reduction gear fluid REvery 80,000 miles
(12,000 km) C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball joints I
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors I
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F,
G, H, I , J, M
Climate control air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition C, E
Severe driving conditions
A. Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B. 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 weather
E. Driving in heavy dust condition
F. Driving in heavy traffic area
G. Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
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
M. Driving more than 10 years or 100,000 miles
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Cooling System
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
Reduction Gear Fluid
The reduction gear fluid should be
inspected according to the intervals
specified in the maintenance schedule.
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between the MIN and the MAX marks
on the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT
4 specification.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and
Rotors
Check the pads, the disc, and the rotor
for any excessive wear-out. Inspect
calipers for any fluid leakage.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the vehicle
off, check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel. Check the linkage for
bends or damage. Check the dust boots
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.
explanation of scheduled Maintenance iteMs
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9-13
Checking the Brake Fluid Level
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side
of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and
adding brake fluid, clean the area around
the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent
brake fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add the specified brake
fluid to the MAX level. The level will fall
with accumulated kilometers. This is a
normal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid level
is excessively low, have the brake system
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
WARNING
If the brake system requires frequent
additions of fluid this could indicate
a leak in the brake system. Have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING
Do not allow brake fluid to come in
contact with your eyes. If brake fluid
comes in contact with your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immediate medical
attention.
NOTICE
• Do not allow brake fluid to contact
the vehicle’s body paint, as paint
damage will result.
• Brake 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
disposed of properly.
• Do not use the wrong kind of brake
fluid. A few drops of mineral based
oil, in your brake system can damage
brake system parts.
Information
Use only the specified brake fluid (refer to “Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2).
Brake fluid