Hyundai Elantra 2003 Owner's Manual

D R I V I N G IS B E L I E V I N G
2003

OWNER'S I.D.
ORIGINAL OWNER
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
DELIVERY DATE
(Date Sold to Original Retail purchaser)
DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
A000A01A-AATThis Owner's Manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use
of the next owner.

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WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLEWARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE
WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE
o New Vehicle 60 Months/60,000 Miles Limited Warranty
o New Vehicle 120 Months/100,000 Miles Limited Powertrain Warranty (first owner only)
o Anti-Perforation Limited Warranty
o Emission Defect Warranty - Federal Vehicle
o California Emission Control System Warranty (if applicable)
o Emission Performance Warranty - Federal Vehicle
o Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
NOTE:
Detailed warranty information is provided in your Hyundai Owner's Handbook.
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RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCERESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE
RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE
The maintenance requirements for your new Hyundai are found in Section 5. As the owner,
it is your responsibility to see that all maintenance operations specified by the manufacturer
are carried out at the appropriate intervals. When the vehicle is used in severe driving
conditions, more frequent maintenance is required for some operations. Maintenance
requirements for severe operating conditions are also included in Section 5.

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Operation OperationOperation Operation
Operation
Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Maintenance
Maintenance
Specifications SpecificationsSpecifications Specifications
Specifications
All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication. However, Hyundai reserves the right to make changes at any
time so that our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out.
This manual applies to all Hyundai models and includes descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a
result, you may find material in this manual that does not apply to your specific vehicle.
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FOREWORD FOREWORDFOREWORD FOREWORD
FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discriminating
people who drive Hyundai. The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each Hyundai we build
is something of which we're very proud.
Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new Hyundai. It is suggested
that you read it carefully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you
receive from your new car.
The manufacturer also recommends that all service and maintenance on your car be performed by an
authorized Hyundai dealer. Hyundai dealers are prepared to provide high-quality service, maintenance and
any other assistance that may be required.
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HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANYHYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Note:Because future owners will also need the information included in this manual, if you sell this Hyundai,
please leave the manual in the vehicle for their use. Thank you.
CAUTION: Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and
lubricants that do not meet Hyundai specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and
lubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 9-3 in the Vehicle Specifications section of the
Owner's Manual and which also appear in the Service Station Information on the back cover of the
Owner's Manual.
Copyright 2003 Hyundai Motor Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in any retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission
of Hyundai Motor Company.

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CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAICAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
Your Hyundai should not be modified in any way. Such modifications may adversely
affect the performance, safety or durability of your Hyundai 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.
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TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATIONTWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components. It
is possible for an improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio or cellular telephone to
adversely affect electronic systems. For this reason, we recommend that you carefully
follow the radio manufacturer's instructions or consult your Hyundai dealer for precaution-
ary measures or special instructions if you choose to install one of these devices.

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SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNINGSAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING
SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING
This manual includes information titled as WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE.
These titles indicate the following:
WARNING:
This indicates that a condition may result in harm, serious injury or death to you or other
persons if the warning is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the warning.
CAUTION:
This indicates that a condition may result in damage to your vehicle or its equipment
if the caution is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the caution.
NOTE:
This indicates that interesting or helpful information is being provided.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1. FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI .......................................................................... 1-1
2. DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI .................................................................................... 2-1
3. WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY ...................................................................... 3-1
4. CORROSION PREVENTION & APPEARANCE CARE .......................................... 4-1
5. VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS ........................................................ 5-1
6. DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 6-1
7. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS ......................................................................... 7-1
8. CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ........................ 8-1
9. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 9-1
10. INDEX ................................................................................................................. 10-1
1 11 1
1
2 22 2
2
3 33 3
3
4 44 4
4
5 55 5
5
6 66 6
6
7 77 7
7
10 1010 10
10
8 88 8
8
9 99 9
9

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GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINEGUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE
GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE
PARTS PARTSPARTS PARTS
PARTS
1. What are Hyundai Genuine Parts?
Hyundai Genuine Parts are the same
parts used by Hyundai Motor Company
to manufacture vehicles. They are de-
signed and tested for the optimum
safety, performance, and reliability to
our customers.
2. Why should you use genuine parts?
Hyundai Genuine Parts are engineered
and built to meet rigid original manufac-
turing requirements. Using imitation,
counterfeit or used salvage parts is not
covered under the Hyundai New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty or any otherHyundai warranty. In addition, any
damage to or failure of Genuine
Hyundai Parts caused by the installa-
tion or failure of an imitation, counter-
feit or used salvage part is not covered
by any Hyundai Warranty.
3. How can you tell if you are purchas-
ing Hyundai Genuine Parts?
Look for the Hyundai Genuine Parts
Logo on the package (see below).
Hyundai Genuine Parts exported to
the United States are package with
labels written only in English.
Hyundai Genuine Parts are only sold
through authorized Hyundai
Dealerships.
" To find the closest authorized
dealer call 1-800-826-CARS "
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAIFEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
1- 1
1. 1.1. 1.
1.
FEA FEAFEA FEA
FEA
TURES OF TURES OFTURES OF TURES OF
TURES OF
Y YY Y
Y
OUR HYUND OUR HYUNDOUR HYUND OUR HYUND
OUR HYUND
AI AIAI AI
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UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
B020A01S-AATBREAKING IN YOUR NEW HYUNDAI
During the First 1,200 Miles (2,000 Km)
No formal "break-in" procedure is required with
your new Hyundai. However, you can contrib-
ute to the economical operation and durability
of your Hyundai by observing the following
recommendations during the first 1,200 miles
(2,000 km).
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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use Unleaded GasolineCAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
o oo o
o
Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzleDo not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling. shut off when refueling.shut off when refueling. shut off when refueling.
shut off when refueling.
o oo o
o
The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3 The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3 The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3
The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3
clicks, otherwise " " light may illu- clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-clicks, otherwise " " light may illu- clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-
clicks, otherwise " " light may illu-
minate. minate.minate. minate.
minate.
Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Rating
of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
must be used in your Hyundai.
If leaded gasoline is used, it will cause the
catalytic converter to become ineffective and
the emission control system to malfunction.
This can also result in increased maintenance
expense.
To avoid accidental use of leaded fuel, the
larger nozzle used with leaded gasoline at
service stations cannot be inserted into the fuel
tank opening of your Hyundai.
B010B01A-AATWhat About Gasohol?Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline
and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be used
in your Hyundai. However, if your engine devel-
ops driveability problems, the use of 100%
unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with
unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols
other than ethanol, should not be used.
B010C01A-AATUse of MTBE
Hyundai recommends that fuels containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) should not
be used in your Hyundai.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle
performance and produce vapor lock or hard
starting.
B010D01A-AATDo Not Use Methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol)
should not be used in your Hyundai. This type
of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and
damage components of the fuel system.
CAUTION:Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty may not cover damage to the fuel
system and any performance problems that
are caused by the use of fuels containing
methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight.).
B010F01A-AATOperation in Foreign Countries
If you are going to drive your Hyundai in another
country, be sure to:
o Observe all regulations regarding registra-
tion and insurance.
o Determine that acceptable fuel is available.
B010E01A-AATGasolines for Cleaner AirTo help contribute to cleaner air, Hyundai
recommends that you use gasolines treated
with detergent additives, which help prevent
deposit formation in the engine. These gasolines
will help the engine run cleaner and enhance
performance of the Emission Control System.
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