Hyundai Atos 2003 Owner's Manual

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 drivingconditions, more frequent maintenance is required for some operations. Maintenancerequirements for severe operating conditions are also included in Section 5.
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Operation MaintenanceSpecifications
All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication. However, Hyundai reserves the right to make chang es
at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out.
This manual applies to all current 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.
Please note that some ATOS models are equipped with Right-Hand Drive (RHD). The explanations and illustrations for some
operations in RHD models are opposite of those written in this manual.
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A040A01A-AATFOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discriminating people who drive Hyundais. 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 since 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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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 andlubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 9-3 in the Vehicle Specifications section 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.

CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
Modification of components may void the manufacturer's warranty
Your Hyundai should not be modified in any way. Modifications may adversely affect the safety, durability and performance of your Hyundai. Components which are subjected to modification or are added to thevehicle resulting in consequential damage are not covered by the vehicle manufacturer's warranty.
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A090A01A-AATSAFETY 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.

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A000A01A-GAT This 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.

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 ............................................................................ 8-1
9. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 9-1
10. INDEX ............................................................................................................. 10-1
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GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS
1. What are Hyundai Genuine Parts? Hyundai Genuine Parts are the same parts used by Hyundai Motor Compa-ny to manufacture vehicles. They aredesigned and tested for the optimumsafety, performance, and reliability toour customers.
2. Why should you use genuine parts? Hyundai Genuine Parts are engineeredand built to meet rigid original manu-facturing requirements. Using imita-tion, counterfeit or used salvage partsis not covered under the Hyundai New Vehicle Limited Warranty or anyother Hyundai warranty. In addition,any damage to or failure of GenuineHyundai Parts caused by the installa-tion or failure of an imitation, counter-feit or used salvage part is not cov-ered by Hyundai Motor Company.
3. How can you tell if you are pur- chasing Hyundai Genuine Parts?Look for the Hyundai Genuine PartsLogo on the package (see below). The export specifications are written in English only. Hyundai Genuine Parts are only soldthrough authorized HyundaiDealerships.
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 1
1. FEATURES OF
YOUR HYUNDAI
B010A01A-GAT FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Use Unleaded Gasoline Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or highermust be used in Hyundai vehicle. If leaded gaso-line is used, it will cause the catalytic converter tobecome ineffective and the emission controlsystem to malfunction.This can also result in increased maintenanceexpense. To avoid accidental use of leaded fuel,the larger nozzle used with leaded gasoline atservice stations can not be inserted into fuel tankopening of Hyundai vehicle. NOTE:
o For some countries, Hyundai vehicles are
designed to use leaded gasoline. Whenyou are going to use leaded gasoline, askto Hyundai dealer whether leaded gaso-line in your vehicle is available or not.
o Octane Rating of leaded gasoline is same with unleaded one.
B010B01A-AAT What About Gasohol? Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be usedin your Hyundai. However, if your engine devel-ops drive ability problems, the use of 100%unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels withunspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcoholsother than ethanol, should not be used. B010D01S-AAT Do not Use Methanol Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should
not be used in your Hyundai. This type of fuel canreduce vehicle performance and damage com-ponents of the fuel system. CAUTION: Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited War-ranty may not cover damage to the fuel sys-tem and performance problems that arecaused by the use of methanol or fuels con-taining methanol. B010E01A-AAT Gasolines for Cleaner AirTo help contribute to cleaner air, Hyundai recom- mends that you use gasolines treated with deter-gent additives, which help prevent deposit for-mation in the engine. These gasolines will helpthe engine run cleaner and the Emission ControlSystem performance. B010F01A-AAT Operation 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. B020A01X-GAT BREAKING IN YOUR NEW HYUNDAI During the First 2,000 km (1,200 Miles) No formal "break-in" procedure is required with your new Hyundai. However, you can contributeto the economical operation and durability of yourHyundai by observing the following recommen-
dations during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles).
o Don't drive faster than 88 km/h (55 mph).
o While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm,
or revolutions per minute) between 2000 and4000 rpm.
o Use moderate acceleration. Don't start quickly or depress the accelerator pedal fully.
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1- 2 B880A01A-GAT IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (If Installed) The immobilizer system is an anti-theft device,
designed to deter automobile theft.
B030B01A-AAT Record Your Key Number
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A code number is stamped on the number plate that came with the keys to your Hyundai. Thiskey number plate should not be left with the keysbut kept in a safe place, not in the vehicle. Thekey number should also be recorded in a placewhere it can be found in an emergency.If you need additional keys, or if you should loseyour keys, your authorized Hyundai dealer canmake new keys if you can supply the key num-ber.
o For the first 300 km (200 miles), try to avoid
hard stops.
o Don't lug the engine (in other words, don't drive so slowly in too high a gear that the
engine "bucks" shift to a lower gear).
o Whether going fast or slow, vary your speed from time to time.
o Don't let the engine idle longer than 3 minutes for a catalytic converter-equipped engine.
B030A01A-AAT KEYS For greater convenience, the same key operates all the locks in your Hyundai. However, becausethe doors can be locked without a key, carryinga spare key is recommended in case you acci-dentally lock one key inside the car.
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B880B03A-GAT Keys All of the locks fitted to the vehicle are operated by the same key. However, since it is possible tolock the doors without the use of the key, careshould be exercised to ensure that the key doesnot become locked inside the vehicle by mistake. NOTE: If you make your own duplicate key, you willnot be able to cancel the system or start theengine.
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