coolant level Hyundai Coupe 2003 Owner's Manual

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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B260A01GK-GAT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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1. Speedometer
2. Turn Signal Indicator Light
3. Odometer/Trip Odometer
4. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light (If installed)
5. Coolant Temperature Gauge
6. Trip Computer
7. Fuel Gauge 8. Tachometer
9. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)
10. Door Ajar Warning Light
11. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Knob
12. Charging System Warning Light
13. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light
14. Seat Belt Warning Light
15. High Beam Indicator Light
16. Oil Pressure Warning Light17. Malfunction Indicator Light (If installed)
18. Low Fuel Warning Light
19. Parking Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning
Light
20. Trip Computer Reset Knob
21. Cruise Indicator (If installed)
22. Tailgate Open Warning Light
23. Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light (If installed)
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 29
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. B290A02A-AAT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
B270A01A-AATBRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING SOUNDThe front disc brake pads have wear indicators
that should make a high-pitched squealing orscraping noise when new pads are needed. The
sound may come and go or be heard all the time
when the vehicle is moving. It may also be heardwhen 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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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 afterengine starting. 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.
B260E01HP-GAT Seat Belt Warning Light (If Installed)
The seat belt warning light blinks for about 6 seconds when the ignition key is turned from the"OFF" position to "ON" or "START".
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Cruise Indicator (If Installed)
The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster is illuminated when the cruise control main switchon the end of the barrel is pushed.The indicator light does not illuminate when thecruise control main switch is pushed a secondtime.Information about the use of cruise control isbeginning on page 1-46.indicator stays on, take your car to your autho- rized Hyundai dealer and have the systemchecked. See section 2 for more informationabout the TCS.

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
1- 30 B330A02A-AAT TACHOMETER
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The tachometer registers the speed of your en- gine in revolutions per minute (rpm). CAUTION: The engine should not be raced to such aspeed that the needle enters the red zone onthe tachometer face. This can cause severeengine damage and may void your warranty.
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, after the engine hascooled, check the coolant level and the waterpump drive belt. If you suspect cooling systemtrouble, have your cooling system checked by aHyundai dealer as soon as possible. B300A01A-GAT SPEEDOMETER Your Hyundai's speedometer is calibrated in kilometers per hour or miles per hour.
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B310B01GK-GAT ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER
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Function of digital odometer/trip odom- eter
Pushing in the reset switch on the right side of speedometer when the ignition switch is turned"ON" will display the following sequence:
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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 12 C160G01A-GAT To Keep Locks from FreezingTo keep the locks from freezing, squirt an ap- proved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the keyopening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it withan approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. Ifthe lock is frozen internally, you may be able tothaw it out by using a heated key. Handle theheated key with care to avoid injury. NOTE: The proper temperature for using the immo-bilizer key is from -40°C to 80°C. If you heatthe immobilizer key over 80°C to open thefrozen lock, it may cause damage to thetransponder in its head. C160H01A-AAT Use Approved Anti-Freeze in Window Washer System To keep the water in the window washer system from freezing, add an approved anti-freeze solu-tion in accordance with instructions on the con-tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is availablefrom Hyundai dealers and most auto parts out-lets. Do not use engine coolant or other types ofanti-freeze as these may damage the finish.
C160B01A-GAT Snowy or Icy ConditionsTo drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires or to install tirechains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, itis necessary to select tires equivalent in size andtype to the original equipment tires. Failure to doso may adversely affect the safety and handlingof your car. Speeding, rapid acceleration, sud-den brake applications, and sharp turns arepotentially very hazardous practices. Duringdeceleration, use engine braking to the fullestextent. Sudden brake applications on snowy oricy roads may cause skids to occur. You need tokeep sufficient distance between the vehicle infront and your vehicle. Also, apply the brakegently. It should be noted that installing tire chainson the tire will provide a greater driving force, butwill not prevent side skids. NOTE: Tire chains are not legal in all provinces.Check province laws before fitting tire chains. C160C01A-AAT Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant Your Hyundai is delivered with high quality ethyl- ene glycol coolant in the cooling system. It is theonly type of coolant that should be used becauseit helps prevent corrosion in the cooling system,lubricates the water pump and prevents freezing.Be sure to replace or replenish your coolant in
C160D01F-AAT Check Battery and Cables Winter puts additional burdens on the battery system. Visually inspect the battery and cablesas described in Section 6 (See page 6-18). Thelevel of charge in your battery can be checkedby your Hyundai dealer or a service station. C160E01A-AAT Change to "Winter Weight" Oil if Necessary In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during coldweather. See Section 9 for recommendations. Ifyou aren't sure what weight oil you should use,consult your Hyundai dealer. C160F01F-GAT Check Spark Plugs and Ignition Sys- tem Inspect your spark plugs as described in Section 6 (See page 6-8) and replace them if necessary.Also check all ignition wiring and components tobe sure they are not cracked, worn or damagedin any way.
accordance with the maintenance schedule inSection 5. Before winter, have your coolant test-ed to assure that its freezing point is sufficient forthe temperatures anticipated during the winter.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3-3
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken or
engine coolant is leaking out, stop the engine immediately and call the nearest Hyundaidealer for assistance.
WARNING:Do not remove the radiator cap when theengine is hot. This can allow coolant to beblown out of the opening and cause seriousburns.
6. If you cannot find the cause of the overheat- ing, wait until the engine temperature has returned to normal. Then, if the engine cool-ant has been lost, carefully add coolant to thereservoir (page 6-8) to bring the fluid level inthe reservoir up to the halfway mark.
7. Proceed with caution, keeping alert for fur- ther signs of overheating. If overheating hap-pens again, call a Hyundai dealer for assis-tance.
CAUTION:Serious loss of engine coolant indicates thereis a leak in the cooling system and this shouldbe checked as soon as possible by a Hyundaidealer. 2. The spare tire should only be used temporari-
ly and should be returned to the luggagecompartment as soon as the original tire canbe repaired or replaced.
3. Continuous use at speeds of over 80 km/h (50 mph) is not recommended.
4. As the temporary spare tire is specifically designed for your car, it should not be used onany other vehicle.
5. The temporary spare tire should not be used on any other wheels, nor should standardtires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim ringsbe used with the temporary spare wheel. Ifsuch use is attempted, damage to theseitems or other car components may occur.
6. The temporary spare tire pressure should be checked once a month while the tire is stored.
D040A01GK-GAT TEMPORARY SPARE TIREThe following instructions for the temporary spare tire should be observed:
1. Check inflation pressure as soon as practical
after installing the spare tire, and adjust to the specified pressure. The tire pressure shouldbe periodically checked and maintained atthe specified pressure while the tire is stored.
Spare Tire Pressure CAUTION:
o Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
rary spare tire.
o Do not use more than one temporary spare tire at a time.
D040B01A-AAT Handling the Spare Tire
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Remove the installation bolt to remove the spare tire. To replace the spare tire in its storagecompartment, tighten the bolt firmly with yourfingers until there is no more play in the spare tire.
Tire Size Inflation Pressure T125/70R 16420 kPa (60 psi)

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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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 enginerunning and the transaxle in neutral, with theparking brake properly applied. Use DIAMONDATF SP- III or SK ATF SP- III when adding or
changing fluid.
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o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing,
cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replaceany deteriorated or damaged parts immediate-ly. F070G02A-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. Useonly hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3or DOT 4.
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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 brakesystem including the parking brake lever andcables. For detailed service procedures, refer to the Shop Manual.
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o Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid leakage. F070K01A-AAT
o Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration, or damage.Start the engine and listen carefully for anyexhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections orreplace parts as necessary. F070L01A-AAT o Suspension Mounting Bolts Check the suspension connections for loose- ness or damage. Retighten to the specifiedtorque. 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. Checkthe 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. F070P01A-AAT
o Driveshafts and Boots Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace anydamaged parts and, if necessary, repack thegrease.
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o Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance sched-ule.

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-1
6. DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE G010A01GK-GAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (1.6 DOHC)
CAUTION: When inspecting or servicing the engine,
you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic rockercover of the engine is not damaged.
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1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed)
5. Relay box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery HGK238
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6-2 G010A01GK-AAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.0 DOHC CVVT)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed)
5. Relay box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Radiator cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Air cleaner
13. Battery
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6-3
G010B01GK-GAT ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2.7 V6)1
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Brake Booster
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air filter element 5. Relay box
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Radiator cap
10. Engine oil filler cap
11. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
(If installed)
12. Battery CAUTION:When inspecting or servicing the engine,
you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic rockercover of the engine is not damaged.

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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GENERAL CHECKS Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine Coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition
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Vehicle Exterior The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare tire) G020C01A-AAT
Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heating system operation (and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, including clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including "Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation
If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrect-ly, inspect it carefully and seek assistance fromyour Hyundai dealer if service is needed. G030A01A-AAT
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
Engine oil is essential to the performance andservice of the engine. It is suggested that youcheck the oil level at least once a week innormal use and more often if you are on a tripor driving in severe conditions. G030B02GK-GAT
Recommended Oil SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel efficient oil is recommended.
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15W-40 15W-50
10W-30
10W-40 10W-50
5W-40
5W-30
5W-2040
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1.6L (DOHC), 2.7 L (V6)