brake pads Hyundai Atos 2003 Owner's Manual

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 21
B270A01A-AAT BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUND The front disc brake pads have wear indicators that should make a high-pitched squealing orscraping noise when new pads are needed. Thesound may come and go or be heard all the timewhen the vehicle is moving. It may also be heard
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Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel level warning light comes on when thefuel tank is approaching empty. When it comes on,you should add fuel as soon as possible. Drivingwith the fuel level warning light on or with the fuellevel below "E" can cause the engine to misfireand damage the catalytic converter.
hydraulic system is dangerous, and could result in serious injury or death. Warning Light Operation The parking brake/brake fluid level warning light should come on when the parking brake is ap-plied and the ignition switch is turned to "ON" or"START". After the engine is started, the lightshould go out when the parking brake is re-leased.If the parking brake is not applied, the warninglight should come on when the ignition switch isturned to "ON" or "START", then go out when theengine starts. If the light comes on at any othertime, you should slow the vehicle and bring it toa complete stop in a safe location off the road-way.The brake warning light indicates that the brakefluid level in the brake master cylinder is low andhydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 orDOT 4 specifications should be added. Afteradding fluid, if no other trouble is found, the carshould be immediately and carefully drivento a Hyundai dealer for inspection. If furthertrouble is experienced, the vehicle should not bedriven at all but taken to a dealer by a profes-sional towing service or some other safe method.Your Hyundai is equipped with dual-diagonalbraking systems. This means you still have brak-ing on two wheels even if one of the dual systemsshould fail. With only one of the dual systemsworking, more than normal pedal travel andgreater pedal pressure are required to stop thecar. Also, the car will not stop in as short a B260J01S-GAT
Charging System Warning Light
The charging system warning light should comeon when the ignition is turned on, then go outwhen the engine is running. If the light stays onwhile the engine is running, there is a malfunctionin the electrical charging system. If the lightcomes on while you are driving, stop, turn off theengine and check under the hood. First, makecertain the generator drive belt is in place. If it is,check the tension of the belt.And then, have the system checked by yourHyundai dealer. CAUTION: If the drive belt (generator belt) is loosen,broken, or mission while the vehicle is driv-ing, there may be a serious malfunction, en-gine could overheat because this belt alsodrives the water pump.
B260L01A-GAT Door Ajar Warning Light
The door ajar warning light warns you that a door is not completely closed.
B260B01S-GAT SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) (If installed)
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes on and flashes for about 6 seconds after theignition key is turned to the "ON" position or afterthe engine is started, after which it will go out.This light also comes on when the SRS is notworking properly. If the SRI does not come on, orcontinuously remains on after flashing for about6 seconds when you turned the ignition key to the"ON" position or started the engine, or if it comeson while driving, have the SRS inspected by anauthorized Hyundai Dealer.
distance with only half of the brake system work- ing. If the brakes fail while you are driving, shift toa lower gear for additional engine braking andstop the car as soon as it is safe to do so.

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
1- 22 B300A01A-GAT SPEEDOMETER Your Hyundai's speedometer is calibrated in kilometers per hour or miles per hour.
B280A01A-AAT FUEL GAUGE The needle on the gauge indicates the approxi- mate fuel level in the fuel tank. The fuel capacityis given in Section 9.
B900A01A-GAT ACOUSTIC WARNING SOUND (If installed) The acoustic warning chime sounds when the tail lights are on and the door in driver side isopen. This prevents the battery from dischargingwhen the car is left with the tail lights on. Thechime sounds until the tail lights are turned off.
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Malfunction Indicator Light (If installed)
This light illuminates when there is a malfunction of an exhaust gas related component, and thesystem is not functioning properly so that theexhaust gas regulation values are not satisfied.This light will also illuminate when the ignition keyis turned to the "ON" position, and will go out in afew seconds. If it illuminates while driving, ordoes not illuminate when the ignition key isturned to the "ON" position, take your car to yournearest authorized Hyundai dealer and have thesystem checked.
when the brake pedal is pushed down firmly. Excessive rotor damage will result if the wornpads are not replaced. See your Hyundai dealerimmediately.
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B290A02A-AAT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap when the en-gine is hot. The engine coolant is under pres-sure and could erupt and cause severe burns.Wait until the engine is cool before removingthe radiator cap. The needle on the engine coolant temperature gauge should stay in the normal range. If itmoves across the dial to "H" (Hot), pull over andstop as soon as possible and turn off the engine.Then open the hood and check the coolant leveland the water pump drive belt. If you suspectcooling system trouble, have your cooling sys-tem checked by Hyundai dealer as soon aspossible.
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5-3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM ENGINE COOLANTMANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUIDBRAKE HOSES AND LINES BRAKE FLUID REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKEBRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTSSTEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSES DRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTSAIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT REAR WHEEL BEARING GREASE
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R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
120
96
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
105
84
I I I I I I I I I I I
90 72
I I
R
I I I I I I I I I I I I
75 60
I I I I I I I I I I I
60 48
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
45 36
I I I I I I I I I I I
30 24
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
15 12
I I I I I I I I I I I
KILOMETERS X 1000 MONTHS
NO. DESCRIPTION
1 2 34 5 6 7 89
101112 13 1415
See Note (2)
Note : (2) FOR EVERY 24 MONTHS OR 45,000 KM, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST : "R"
European Community Only Except European Community

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5- 4 ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTER SPARK PLUGSTIMING BELT BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS,PARKING BRAKE STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINTDRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEFLUID
European community OnlyExcept European community
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
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DRIVING
CONDITION
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALSMAINTENANCEOPERATION
R R R R
I I I I
R R EVERY 7,500 KM OR 6 MONTHS MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 60,000 KM OR 48 MONTHSMORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 15,000 KM OR 12 MONTHS EVERY 100,000 KM EVERY 45,000 KM EVERY 40,000 KM
MAINTENANCE ITEM
A, B, C, F, HC, E B, H D, E, F, GC, D, G, H C, D, G, H C, D, E, F C, D, E, F A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J A, C, E, F, G, H, I
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeated short distance driving
B - Extensive idling
C - Driving in dusty, rough roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather
above 32°C (90°F)
G - Driving in mountainous areas
H - Towing a trailer
I - Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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o Cooling System
Check the cooling system part, such as radia-
tor, coolant reservoir, hoses and connections for leakage and damage. Replace any dam-aged parts.
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o Engine coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance sched-ule.
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o Manual transaxle oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil according to
the maintenance schedule. NOTE: If the oil level is low, check for possible
leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill.
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o Automatic transaxle fluid The fluid level should be in the "HOT" range of
the dipstick, after the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. Check theAutomatic Transaxle Fluid level with the engine
running and the transaxle in neutral, with theparking brake properly applied. Use ESSO JWS-3314 when adding or changing fluid. F070F01A-AAT
o Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing,
cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replaceany deteriorated or damaged parts immediate-ly. F070G01A-AAT
o Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reser- voir. The level should be between "MIN" and"MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4. F070H01A-AAT
o Rear brake drums/linings, parking
brake
Check the rear brake drums and linings for
scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts,and excessive wear. Inspect the parking brake
system including the parking brake lever andcables. For detailed service procedures, referto the Shop Manual. F070J01A-AAT
o Brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for
run out and wear, and calipers for fluid leakage. F070L01A-AAT
o Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for loose-ness or damage. Retighten to the specifiedtorque.
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o Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler andhangers for cracks, deterioration, or damage.Start the engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections orreplace parts as necessary. F070M01A-AAT
o Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine 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. F070N01A-AAT
o Power steering pump, belt and
hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage. Replace any damaged orleaking parts immediately. Inspect the powersteering belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, ex-
cessive wear, oiliness and proper tension. Re-place or adjust it if necessary.