Hyundai Atos 2002 Owner's Manual

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To Check the Oil Level
Before checking the oil, warm up the engine to
normal operating temperature and be sure it is parked on level ground. Turn the engine off.
Wait a minute, then remove the dipstick, wipe it
off, fully reinsert the dipstick and withdraw itagain. Then note the highest level the oil hasreached on the dipstick. It should be betweenthe upper ("F") and lower ("L") range. ZG030D1-A
Adding Oil
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If the oil level is close to or below the "L" mark,
add oil until it reaches the "F" mark. To add oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it coun- terclockwise.
2. Add oil, then check the level again. Do not overfill.
3. Replace the cap by turning it clockwise.
The distance between the "F" and "L" marks is
equal to about 1 quart of oil. G350A01A-GAT
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION Function of Engine Oil
Engine oil has the primary function of lubricat-
ing and cooling the inside of the engine. Engine oil consumption
If is normal that an engine should consume
some engine oil while normal driving. The cause of oil consumption in a normal engine are asfollows;
o Engine oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston rings and cylinders.
o A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a piston moves downwards in the cylinder. High negative pressure generatedduring engine operation sucks some of theoil into the combustion chamber. This oil with some oil of the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustiongases during the combustion process.
o The engine oil consumption is strongly ef- fected by the viscosity and quality of oil,engine rpm and driving condition etc. The
engine oil is more consumed under severedriving conditions such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration thannormal driving condition.

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CHANGING THE OIL AND FILTER
Oil filler cap
Oil filter G040A01X
Drain plug
The engine oil and filter should be changed at
those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Section 5. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oil and filter
changes are required.
The procedure for changing the oil and filter is
as follows:
1. Park the car on level ground and set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolanttemperature gauge moves above the lowest
mark. Turn the engine off and place the gearselector lever in "P" (automatic transaxle) orreverse gear (manual transaxle, semi-auto-matic transaxle).
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil filler cap. 3. Slide underneath the car and loosen the
drain plug by turning it counterclockwisewith a wrench of the proper size. Be sure
that a drain pan is in position to catch the oilas it drains out, then remove the drain plug.
WARNING: Be very careful when draining the engine oil
as it may be hot enough to burn you!
4. When the oil has stopped draining, replace the drain plug using a new washer and retighten by turning it clockwise.
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6. First, remove the vehicle number plate. Un- screw the tapping screws (4EA) and re- move the front bumper grille.
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SST (09263-02000)
Extension bar
7. Using the special tool (09263-02000), re- move the oil filter through the bumper hole.
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SST (09263-02000)
5. Before removing the oil filter, prepare the special tool (oil filter wrench), extension bar and ratchet handle.

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G040A05XNOTE: Always dispose of used engine oil in an
environmentally acceptable manner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed con-tainer and taken to a service station forreclamation. Do not pour the oil on theground or put it into the household trash.
WARNING: Used motor oil may cause irritation or can-
cer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Wash yourhands thoroughly with soap and warm wa-ter as soon as possible after handling usedoil.
8. Before installing the new oil filter on the
engine, apply clean engine oil to the surfaceof the rubber gasket.Temporarily tighten the oil filter by hand.
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9. Using the special tool (09263-02000) andtorque wrench, tighten the oil filter to the specified torque.
Tightening torque ................... 12-16 Nm (120-160 kg.cm, 9-12 lb.ft)
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SST (09263-02000)
Extension bar
NOTE:
o Be careful not to drop the engine oil on the rubber parts of the engine mounting insulator.
o You can purchase the SST from your Hyundai dealer.
o If you aren’t sure how to use, consult your Hyundai dealer.
10. Refill the crankcase with the recommended engine oil. Refer to the specification in chap-ter 9 for engine oil capacity.
11. Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter.
12. Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level. ZG040B1-E
Protect the Environment: It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses or
soil. Use authorized facilities for disposal. If indoubt, contact your Local Authority for advice.
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CHECKING AND CHANGING THE EN- GINE COOLANT
WARNING: Do not remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot. When the engine is hot, the coolant is under pressure and may erupt through theopening if the cap is removed. You could beseriously burned if you do not observe thisprecaution. Do not remove the cap until theradiator is cool to the touch.

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Recommended Coolant
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Use a high quality ethylene-glycol coolant in a
50/50 mix with water. The coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. Addi-tional corrosion inhibitors or additives shouldnot be used. The cooling system must be main-tained with the correct concentration and typeof coolant to prevent freezing and corrosion.
NEVER allow the concentration of antifreeze to
exceed the 60% level or go below the 35% levelor damage to the coolant system may result.For proper concentration when adding or re-placing the coolant, refer to the following table.
Coolant concentration
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To Check the Coolant Level
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The coolant level can be seen on the side of the
plastic coolant reservoir. The level of the cool- ant should be between the "LOW" and "FULL"lines on the reservoir. If the level is below the"LOW" mark, add coolant to bring it up between"LOW" and "FULL". If the level is low, inspectfor coolant leaks and recheck the fluid levelfrequently. If the level drops again, visit yourHyundai dealer for an inspection and diagnosisof the reason. ZG050D2-A
To Change the Coolant
The coolant should be changed at those inter-vals specified in the vehicle maintenance sched-ule in Section 5. NOTE: Coolant can damage the finish of your car. If you spill coolant on the car, wash it offthoroughly with clear water.
1. Park the car on level ground, set the parking brake and remove the radiator cap whencool.
2. Be sure your drain receptacle is in place. Open the drain cock on the radiator. Allowall the coolant to drain from the coolingsystem, then securely close the drain cock.
3. Check Section 9 for the capacity of the cooling system in your car. Then, followingthe manufacturer’s directions on the coolantcontainer, add the appropriate quantity ofcoolant to the radiator.
Water
Antifreeze
solution
35% 40%50%60%
Ambient
temperature °F (°C)
5 (-15)
-13 (-25)-31 (-35)-49 (-45) 65%60%50%40%

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4. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise with- out pressing down on it, until it stops. This relieves any pressure remaining in the cool-ing system. And remove the radiator cap bypushing down and turning counterclockwise. Now fill the radiator with clean demineral- ized or distilled water. Continue to add cleandemineralized or distilled water in small quan-tities until the fluid level stays up in theradiator neck. 5. Start the engine, top off the radiator with
water and then add engine coolant to thereservoir until the level is between "LOW"and "FULL".
6. Replace the radiator and reservoir caps and check to be sure the drain cocks are fullyclosed and not leaking.
WARNING: The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper- ate even when the engine is not running.Use extreme caution when working near theblades of the cooling fan so that you are notinjured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-gine coolant temperature decreases, the fanwill automatically shut off. This is a normalcondition. AG060B1-E
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This operation should only be performed when
the engine is cold.
1. Remove plug lead from the spark plug to be replaced, pulling the lead by the rubber cap. (Pulling the lead may damage the carbonconductor).
2. Clean around the base of the plug to be removed, and install the plug socket ensur-ing that the ceramic insulator does not be-come damaged. Turn the socket anti-clock-wise to remove the plug.
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NOTE: Spark plugs must only be cleaned using
purpose designed equipment. Wire brush-ing may damage the centre electrode insula-tor causing mis-firing to occur.

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(1)
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0.039 ~ 0.043 in. (1.0 ~ 1.1 mm)
ZG060A2-E Recommended Spark Plugs (Unleaded) NOTE: When replacing the spark plug, always use
the genuine parts recommended. G070A01X-GAT
CHANGING THE AIR CLEANER FIL- TER
To change the filter, loosen the clamps (1) on the cover. When this is done, the cover can be
lifted off, the old filter removed and the new filterput in its place. Genuine Hyundai replacementparts are recommended. CAUTION: Operating your vehicle without a proper air filter in place can result in excessive enginewear.
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Only the correct grade of spark plug should be used. Use of an incorrect grade mayresult in serious engine damage. Prior to installing a spark plug, the gap between the centre and outer electrodesmust be checked and adjusted as neces-sary. Adjustment is facilitated by bending the outer electrode towards or away from the centreelectrode. Under no circumstances shouldattempts be made to adjust the position ofthe centre electrode.
3. Insert the spark plug into the cylinder head and screw by and until the plug contacts theseating area. Tighten the plug with the sock-et by a further 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn only.
4. Replace the plug lead ensuring that the cap is pushed firmly into place. Confirm that thecap is correctly seated by lightly pullingupon it.G060C03A CHAMPION : RC9YC4
RC10YC4
NGK : BKR5ES-11

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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
The wiper blades should be carefully inspected from time to time and cleaned to remove accu-mulations of road film or other debris. To clean the wiper blades and arms, use a clean sponge or cloth with a mild soap ordetergent and water. If the wipers continue to streak or smear the glass, replace them with genuine Hyundai re-placement parts or their equivalent. NOTE:
o Do not operate the wipers on dry glass. This can result in more rapid wear of the wiper blades and may scratch the glass.
o Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engineoil, gasoline etc.G090A01X-EAT
FILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIR
The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the
windshield washer system.
A good quality washer fluid should be used to fill
the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be checked more frequently during bad weather orwhenever the washer system is in more fre-quent use.
The capacity of the washer reservoir is 2.19
lmp.qts (2.5 Litres).
CAUTION:
o Radiator antifreeze (engine coolant) should not be used in the washer systembecause it will damage the car’s finish.
o The washer lever should not be pulled and the washer should not be operated ifthe washer reservoir is empty. This can
damage the washer fluid pump. XG100A2-E
MANUAL TRANSAXLE LUBRICANT
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Filler plug
Drain plug
The transaxle lubricant should be checked and/
or changed at intervals specified in the mainte- nance schedule. Recommended Lubricant
Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF
75W/90 (API GL-4) in the manual transaxle.
CAUTION: The transaxle lubricant level should only be
checked when the engine is cold to preludethe possibility of personal injury by contactwith hot components.
1. To check the transaxle lubricant level, the vehicle should be placed on level ground and the level plug removed with a suitablespanner.
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G110D01A-GAT To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
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Park the car on level ground with the parking brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid levelis checked, the transaxle fluid should be atnormal operating temperature and the engineidling.
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CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE FLUID (AUTOMATIC)
Transaxle fluid in the automatic transaxle should be changed at those intervals specified in thevehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5.
3. Replace the bolt, screw it in with your fin-
gers and then tighten securely with thewrench.
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Transaxle Fluid Capacity
The fluid capacity of the automatic transaxle is4.56 lmp.qts (5.2 Litres). WARNING: The transaxle fluid level should be checked when the engine is at normal operating tem-perature. This means that the engine, radia-tor, exhaust system etc., are very hot so youshould exercise great care not to burn your-self during this procedure.
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Recommended Fluid Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is speciallydesigned to operate with ESSO JWS3314. Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty.
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To Check the Manual Transaxle Oil Level
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Park the car on level ground with the engine off.
1. Using a wrench of the correct size, loosen the oil filler bolt turning it counterclockwise and remove it with your fingers.
2. Use your finger to feel inside the hole. The oil level should be at its bottom edge. If it isnot, check for leaks before adding oil. Torefill the transaxle or bring the oil level up,add oil slowly until it reaches the properlevel. Do not overfill.
2. If the level is correct, lubricant should begin
to drip from the plug orifice. In this case theplug should be replaced. If the level is incor-rect, lubricant should be added until it beginsto drip from the plug orifice at which time theplug should be replaced.

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While the engine is idling, apply the brakes and move the gear selector lever from "P" to each
of its other positions — "R", "N", "D", "2", "L" —and then return to "N". With the engine stillidling:
1. Open the hood, being careful to keep hands, long hair and clothing clear of any movingparts.
2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert the dipstick as far as it will go, thenremove it again. Now check the fluid level on
the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" rangeon the dipstick.
Fluid level must be within this range
3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel to add transaxle fluid through the dipsticktube until the level reaches the "HOT" range.
Do not overfill.
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G120A01A-AAT CHECKING THE BRAKES CAUTION: Because brakes are essential to the safe oper- ation of the car, it is suggested that they bechecked and inspected by your Hyundai dealer.The brakes should be checked and inspectedfor wear at those intervals specified in thevehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5. G120B01A-AAT
Checking the Brake Fluid Level WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. It will also damage your vehicle’s paint
if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
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Recommended Brake Fluid Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications in your brakingsystem. Follow the instructions printed on thecontainer.
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To Check the Fluid Level The fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir should
be checked periodically. The level should bebetween the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on theside of the reservoir. If the level is at or below
the "MIN" mark, carefully add fluid to bring it upto "MAX". Do not overfill.
WARNING: The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper- ate even when the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working near theblades of the cooling fan, so that you are notinjured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-
gine coolant temperature decreases, the fanwill automatically shut off. This is a normalcondition. NOTE:
Only lint free cloth should be used for wip-
ing the dipstick. The presence of lint within the transaxle may cause problems with thenormal function of the transaxle.

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6-12 the instruments to check it with a force of 22 lb. (98N), the deflection should be approx. 0.197 ~0.217 inches (5 ~ 5.5 mm). If the belt is tooloose, have it adjusted by your Hyundai dealer. ZG140C1-E
Checking the Refrigerant
1. Start the engine and let it run at fast idle for several minutes with the air conditioner set at one of its colder settings.
2. Open the hood and check two hoses by touching with your fingers. One line is theevaporator inlet, the other is the outlet. Ifthere is a temperature difference betweenthe two hoses, the refrigerant is low and thesystem should be recharged by your Hyundaidealer.
CAUTION:Running the air conditioning system for ex-tended periods of time with a low refrigerantlevel may damage the compressor. ZG140D1-A
Lubrication To lubricate the compressor and the seals in the system, the air conditioner should be run forat least 10 minutes each week. This is particu-larly important during cool weather when the airconditioning system is not otherwise in use.
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AIR CONDITIONING CARE Keeping the Condenser Clean
The air conditioning condenser (and engine
radiator) should be checked periodically for accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc.
These can interfere with maximum cooling effi-
ciency. When removing such accumulations,brush or hose them away carefully to avoidbending the cooling fans.
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Checking the Compressor Drive Belt
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A/C pulley
0.197 ~ 0.217 in. (5 ~ 5.5 mm)
Crank pulley
When the air conditioning is being used regular-
ly, the compressor drive belt tension should be checked at least once a month.
To check the drive belt tension, press down on
the belt halfway between the engine crankshaftand compressor pulleys. Pressing with yourfinger, you should not be able to deflect this beltanymore than 0.197 ~ 0.217 inches. If you have
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Adding Brake Fluid WARNING:
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage
your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a
sealed container. Do not allow the fluid canor reservoir to remain open any longer than
required. This will avoid entry of dirt andmoisture which can damage the brake sys-tem and cause improper operation.
To add brake fluid, first wipe away any dirt then
unscrew the fluid reservoir cap. Slowly pour therecommended fluid into the reservoir. Do notoverfill. Carefully replace the cap on the reser-voir and tighten.