Brake Hyundai Elantra 2003 Owner's Guide

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAIDRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 1415. If you have to stop while going uphill, do not
hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the
accelerator. This can cause the automatic
transaxle to overheat. Use the parking brake
or footbrake.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-When towing check transaxle fluid more fre- When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-
When towing check transaxle fluid more fre-
quently. quently.quently. quently.
quently.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:If overheating should occur when towing, If overheating should occur when towing,If overheating should occur when towing, If overheating should occur when towing,
If overheating should occur when towing,
(the temperature gauge reads near red zone), (the temperature gauge reads near red zone),(the temperature gauge reads near red zone), (the temperature gauge reads near red zone),
(the temperature gauge reads near red zone),
taking the following action may reduce or taking the following action may reduce ortaking the following action may reduce or taking the following action may reduce or
taking the following action may reduce or
eliminate the problem. eliminate the problem.eliminate the problem. eliminate the problem.
eliminate the problem.
1. 1.1. 1.
1.
Turn off the air conditioner. Turn off the air conditioner.Turn off the air conditioner. Turn off the air conditioner.
Turn off the air conditioner.
2. 2.2. 2.
2.
Reduce highway speed. Reduce highway speed.Reduce highway speed. Reduce highway speed.
Reduce highway speed.
3. 3.3. 3.
3.
Select a lower gear when going uphill. Select a lower gear when going uphill.Select a lower gear when going uphill. Select a lower gear when going uphill.
Select a lower gear when going uphill.
4. 4.4. 4.
4.
While in stop and go traffic, place the gear While in stop and go traffic, place the gearWhile in stop and go traffic, place the gear While in stop and go traffic, place the gear
While in stop and go traffic, place the gear
selector in park or neutral and idle the selector in park or neutral and idle theselector in park or neutral and idle the selector in park or neutral and idle the
selector in park or neutral and idle the
engine at a higher speed. engine at a higher speed.engine at a higher speed. engine at a higher speed.
engine at a higher speed. 7. The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-
fected by crosswind and buffeting.
When being passed by a large vehicle, keep
a constant speed and steer straight ahead. If
there is too much wind buffeting slow down to
get out of the other vehicle's air turbulence.
8. When parking your car and trailer, especially
on a hill, be sure to follow all the normal
precautions. Turn your front wheel into the
curb, set the parking brake firmly, and put the
transaxle in 1st or Reverse (manual) or Park
(automatic). In addition, place wheel chocks
at each of the trailer's tires.
9. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your
vehicle and trailer moving, and then apply the
trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the
brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
10. During your trip, occasionally check to be
sure that the load is secure, and that the
lights and any trailer brakes are still working.
11. Avoid jerky starts, sudden acceleration or
sudden stops.
12. Avoid sharp turns and rapid lane changes.
13. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the brakes
to overheat, resulting in reduced braking effi-
ciency.
14. When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear
and use the engine braking effect.
When ascending a long grade, downshift the
transaxle to a lower gear and reduce speed to
reduce chances of engine overloading and/or
overheating.

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3 . WHAT TO DO IN AN
EMERGENCY
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IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT STARTIF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
If the engine will not start, do not push or pull If the engine will not start, do not push or pullIf the engine will not start, do not push or pull If the engine will not start, do not push or pull
If the engine will not start, do not push or pull
the car to start it. This could result in a the car to start it. This could result in athe car to start it. This could result in a the car to start it. This could result in a
the car to start it. This could result in a
collision or cause other damage. In addition, collision or cause other damage. In addition,collision or cause other damage. In addition, collision or cause other damage. In addition,
collision or cause other damage. In addition,
push or pull starting may cause the catalytic push or pull starting may cause the catalyticpush or pull starting may cause the catalytic push or pull starting may cause the catalytic
push or pull starting may cause the catalytic
converter to be overloaded and create a fire converter to be overloaded and create a fireconverter to be overloaded and create a fire converter to be overloaded and create a fire
converter to be overloaded and create a fire
hazard. hazard.hazard. hazard.
hazard.
D010B02A-AATIf Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns If Engine Doesn't Turn Over or TurnsIf Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns If Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns
If Engine Doesn't Turn Over or Turns
Over Slowly Over SlowlyOver Slowly Over Slowly
Over Slowly
1. If your car has an automatic transaxle, be
sure the gear selector lever is in "N" or "P" and
the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be sure
they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or
goes out when you operate the starter, the
battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they
are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See
instructions for "Jump Starting".
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If Engine Turns Over Normally but Does If Engine Turns Over Normally but DoesIf Engine Turns Over Normally but Does If Engine Turns Over Normally but Does
If Engine Turns Over Normally but Does
Not Start Not StartNot Start Not Start
Not Start
1. Check fuel level.
2. Check all connectors at ignition, coil and
spark plugs. Reconnect any that may be
disconnected or loose.
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If the Engine Stalls While Driving If the Engine Stalls While DrivingIf the Engine Stalls While Driving If the Engine Stalls While Driving
If the Engine Stalls While Driving1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a
straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a
safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle
will not start, contact a Hyundai dealer or seek
other qualified assistance.
D020A02A-AAT
JUMP STARTING JUMP STARTINGJUMP STARTING JUMP STARTING
JUMP STARTING
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Negative to the engine
not to the batteryPositive to positive
Booster battery
AX30030ADischarged battery
3 33 3
3
3. Check the fuel line in the engine room.
4. If the engine still refuses to start, call a Hyundai
dealer or seek other qualified assistance.

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WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during theThe gas produced by the battery during the The gas produced by the battery during the
The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. Ifjump-start operation is highly explosive. If jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,these instructions are not followed exactly, these instructions are not followed exactly,
these instructions are not followed exactly,
serious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to theserious personal injury and damage to the serious personal injury and damage to the
serious personal injury and damage to the
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how tovehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-follow this procedure, seek qualified assis- follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
follow this procedure, seek qualified assis-
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfurictance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
tance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive.
When jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glassesWhen jump starting, wear protective glasses When jump starting, wear protective glasses
When jump starting, wear protective glasses
and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,and be careful not to get acid on yourself, and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
and be careful not to get acid on yourself,
your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.your clothing or on the car. your clothing or on the car.
your clothing or on the car.
o If you should accidentally get acid on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately remove any
contaminated clothing and flush the area with
clear water for at least 15 minutes. Then
promptly obtain medical attention. If you must
be transported to an emergency facility, con-
tinue to apply water to the affected area with
a sponge or cloth.
o The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. Do
not smoke or allow a spark or an open flame
in the vicinity.
o The battery being used to provide the jump
start must be 12-volt. If you cannot determine
that it is a 12-volt battery, do not attempt to
use it for the jump start.
o To jump start a car with a discharged battery,
follow this procedure exactly:1. If the booster battery is installed in another
vehicle, be sure the two vehicles are not
touching.
2. Turn off all unnecessary lights and acces-
sories in both vehicles.
3. Attach the clamps of the jumper cable in the
exact location shown in the illustration. First,
attach one clamp of the jumper cable to the
positive (+) post or cable of the discharged
battery. Then attach the other end of the
same cable to the positive (+) post or cable
of the booster battery. Next, using the other
cable, attach one clamp to the negative (-)
post or cable of the booster battery. Then
attach the other end of that cable to a solid
metal part of the engine away from the
battery. Do not connect the cable to any
moving part.
4. Start the engine in the car with the booster
battery and let it run for a few minutes. This
will help to assure that the booster battery is
fully charged. During the jumping operation,
run the engine in this vehicle at about 2,000
rpm.
5. Start the engine in the car with the discharged
battery using the normal starting procedure.
After the engine starts, leave the jumper
cables connected and let the engine run at
fast idle or about 2,000 rpm for several min-
utes.
6. Carefully remove the jumper cables in the
reverse order of attachment.
If you do not know why your battery became
discharged (because the lights were left on,
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IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS
IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSIf your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you experience a loss of power, or hear loud
pinging or knocking and the engine is probably
too hot. If this happens and, you should:
1. Pull off the road and stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
2. Place the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-
matic), or neutral (manual transaxle) and set
the parking brake. If the air conditioning is on,
turn it off.
3. If engine coolant is running out under the car
or steam is coming out from the hood, stop
the engine. Do not open the hood until the
engine coolant has stopped running or the
steaming has stopped. If there is no visible
loss of engine coolant and no steam, leave
the engine running and check to be sure the
engine cooling fan is operating. If the fan is
not running, turn the engine off.
4. Check to see if the water pump drive belt is
missing. If it is not missing, check to see that
it is tight. If the drive belt seems to be satis-
factory, check for engine coolant leaking from
the radiator, hoses or under the car. (If the air
conditioning had been in use, it is normal for
cold water to be draining from it when you
stop).
etc.), have the charging system checked by your
Hyundai dealer.

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Handling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare TireHandling the Spare Tire Handling the Spare Tire
Handling the Spare Tire
Remove the installation bolt to remove the spare
tire. To replace the spare tire in its storage
compartment, tighten the bolt firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the spare tire.
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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIREIf a tire goes flat while you are driving:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
let the car slow down while driving straight
ahead. Do not apply the brakes immediately
or attempt to pull off the road as this may
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,While the engine is running, keep hair, hands, While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
While the engine is running, keep hair, hands,
and clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such asand clothing away from moving parts such as and clothing away from moving parts such as
and clothing away from moving parts such as
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.the fan and drive belts to prevent injury. the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
the fan and drive belts to prevent injury.
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken or
engine coolant is leaking out, stop the engine
immediately and call the nearest Hyundai
dealer for assistance.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Do not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when theDo not remove the radiator cap when the Do not remove the radiator cap when the
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to beengine is hot. This can allow coolant to be engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
engine is hot. This can allow coolant to be
blown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause seriousblown out of the opening and cause serious blown out of the opening and cause serious
blown out of the opening and cause serious
burns. burns.burns. burns.
burns.
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 remove the radia-
tor cap and add engine coolant to bring the
fluid level in the 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: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates thereSerious loss of engine coolant indicates there Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
Serious loss of engine coolant indicates there
is a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this shouldis a leak in the cooling system and this should is a leak in the cooling system and this should
is a leak in the cooling system and this should
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundaibe checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
be checked as soon as possible by a Hyundai
dealer. dealer.dealer. dealer.
dealer.2. The spare tire should only be used temporari-
ly and should be returned to the luggage
compartment as soon as the original tire can
be repaired or replaced.
3. Continuous use at speeds of over 50 mph
(80 km/h) is not recommended.
4. As the temporary spare tire is specifically
designed for your car, it should not be used on
any other vehicle.
5. The temporary spare tire should not be used
on any other wheels, nor should standard
tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings
be used with the temporary spare wheel. If
such use is attempted, damage to these
items or other car components may occur.
6. The temporary spare tire pressure should be
checked once a month while the tire is stored.
D040A01S-AAT
SPARE TIRE SPARE TIRESPARE TIRE SPARE TIRE
SPARE TIREThe following instructions for the temporary spare
tire should be observed:
1. Check inflation pressure as soon as possible
after installing the spare tire, and adjust to the
specified pressure. The tire pressure should
be periodically checked and maintained at
the specified pressure while the tire is stored.
Spare Tire Pressure Spare Tire PressureSpare Tire Pressure Spare Tire Pressure
Spare Tire Pressure
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:o oo o
o
Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-Do not use snow chains with your tempo- Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
Do not use snow chains with your tempo-
rary spare tire. rary spare tire.rary spare tire. rary spare tire.
rary spare tire.
o oo o
o
Do not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spareDo not use more than one temporary spare Do not use more than one temporary spare
Do not use more than one temporary spare
tire at a time. tire at a time.tire at a time. tire at a time.
tire at a time.
D040B01E
Tire Size
Inflation PressureT125/70D(R)15
60 psi (420 kPa)

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3-4cause a loss of control. When the car has
slowed to such a speed that it is safe to do so,
brake carefully and pull off the road. Drive off
the road as far as possible and park on firm,
level ground. If you are on a divided highway,
do not park in the median area between the
two traffic lanes.
2. When the car is stopped, turn on your emer-
gency hazard flashers, set the parking brake
and put the transaxle in "P" (automatic) or
reverse (manual transaxle).
3. Have all passengers get out of the car. Be
sure they all get out on the side of the car that
is away from traffic.
4. Change the tire following the instructions pro-
vided on the following pages.
D060A01A-AAT
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE CHANGING A FLAT TIRECHANGING A FLAT TIRE CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
The procedure described on the following pages
can be used to rotate tires as well as to changea flat tire. When preparing to change a flat tire,
check to be sure the gear selector lever is in "P"
(automatic) or reverse gear (manual transaxle)
and that the parking brake is set, then:
Remove the spare tire and take out the jack and
tool bag from the trunk.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:The jack is located beneath the luggage mat The jack is located beneath the luggage matThe jack is located beneath the luggage mat The jack is located beneath the luggage mat
The jack is located beneath the luggage mat
in the vehicle trunk. in the vehicle trunk.in the vehicle trunk. in the vehicle trunk.
in the vehicle trunk.
D060B01E-AAT
1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool 1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool 1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool
1. Obtain Spare Tire and Tool
D060C01A-AAT
2. Block the Wheel 2. Block the Wheel2. Block the Wheel 2. Block the Wheel
2. Block the Wheel
Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite from
the flat to keep the vehicle from rolling when the
car is raised on the jack.
Flat tire
SSA3050D
D060D02A-AAT
3. Loosen Wheel Nuts 3. Loosen Wheel Nuts3. Loosen Wheel Nuts 3. Loosen Wheel Nuts
3. Loosen Wheel Nuts
D060D01E-A
D060A01E-A
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After Changing Wheels After Changing WheelsAfter Changing Wheels After Changing Wheels
After Changing Wheels
If you have a tire gauge, remove the valve cap
and check the air pressure. If the pressure is
lower than recommended, drive slowly to the
nearest service station and inflate to the correct
pressure. If it is too high, adjust it until it is correct.
Always reinstall the valve cap after checking or
adjusting tire pressure. If the cap is not replaced,
air may leak from the tire. If you lose a valve cap,
buy another and install it as soon as possible.
After you have changed wheels, always secure
the flat tire in its place in the trunk and return the
jack and tools to their proper storage locations.
D080A01A-AAT
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWEDIF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Your car can be damaged if towed incor- Your car can be damaged if towed incor-Your car can be damaged if towed incor- Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
rectly! rectly!rectly! rectly!
rectly!
If your car has to be towed, it should be done by
your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck
service. This will help assure that your car is not
damaged in towing. Also, professionals are gen-
erally aware of state and local laws governing
towing. In any case, rather than risk damage to
your car, it is suggested that you show this
information to the tow truck operator. Be sure that
a safety chain system is used and that all state
and local laws are observed.
D080B01A-AATTowing a Car with a Manual Transaxle Towing a Car with a Manual TransaxleTowing a Car with a Manual Transaxle Towing a Car with a Manual Transaxle
Towing a Car with a Manual Transaxle
o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake is
released.
o If the car is being towed with the front wheels
on the ground, be sure that the transaxle is in
neutral. Also, be sure that the ignition key is in
the "ACC" position. This is necessary to
prevent damage to the steering lock mecha-
nism, which is not designed to hold the front
wheels straight while the car is being towed.
o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged, a towing dolly
must be used.
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
SSA3080A
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
WITH NO DAMAGE
SSA3090A
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D080C02A-AATTowing a Car with an Automatic Towing a Car with an AutomaticTowing a Car with an Automatic Towing a Car with an Automatic
Towing a Car with an Automatic
Transaxle TransaxleTransaxle Transaxle
Transaxle
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
A car with an automatic transaxle should A car with an automatic transaxle shouldA car with an automatic transaxle should A car with an automatic transaxle should
A car with an automatic transaxle should
never be towed from the rear with the front never be towed from the rear with the frontnever be towed from the rear with the front never be towed from the rear with the front
never be towed from the rear with the front
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri- wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-wheels on the ground. This can cause seri- wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must ous damage to the transaxle. If the car mustous damage to the transaxle. If the car must ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly mustbe towed from the rear, a towing dolly must be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be used under the front wheels. be used under the front wheels.be used under the front wheels. be used under the front wheels.
be used under the front wheels.
If the car is being towed with the rear wheels on
the ground, be sure the parking brake is re-
leased.
o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
SSA3100A o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
SSA3101AD080D02A-AAT
Emergency Towing Emergency TowingEmergency Towing Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing
For emergency towing when no commercial tow
vehicle is available, attach a tow cable, chain or
strap to one of the tie-down hooks under the front
of your car. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle in
this manner on any unpaved surface. This could
result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels,
drive train, axles, steering or brakes are dam-
aged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in
neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine
off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine
running). A driver must be in the towed car to
steer it and operate the brakes.
D080D01ENOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Before towing, check the level of the tran- Before towing, check the level of the tran-Before towing, check the level of the tran- Before towing, check the level of the tran-
Before towing, check the level of the tran-
saxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark on saxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark onsaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark on saxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark on
saxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" mark on
the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid, the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid,the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid, the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid,
the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid,
a towing dolly must be used as described a towing dolly must be used as describeda towing dolly must be used as described a towing dolly must be used as described
a towing dolly must be used as described
above. above.above. above.
above.

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IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYSIF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYSIf you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers can
make you a new key if you have your key
number.
If you lock the keys inside your car and you
cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers
can use special tools to open the door for you.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:If the car is being towed with all four wheels If the car is being towed with all four wheelsIf the car is being towed with all four wheels If the car is being towed with all four wheels
If the car is being towed with all four wheels
on the ground, it can be towed only from the on the ground, it can be towed only from theon the ground, it can be towed only from the on the ground, it can be towed only from the
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph (50Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph (50
Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph (50
km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km). Be km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km). Bekm/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km). Be km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km). Be
km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km). Be
sure the steering is unlocked by placing the sure the steering is unlocked by placing thesure the steering is unlocked by placing the sure the steering is unlocked by placing the
sure the steering is unlocked by placing the
key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be inkey in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in
key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in
the towed vehicle to operate the steering and the towed vehicle to operate the steering andthe towed vehicle to operate the steering and the towed vehicle to operate the steering and
the towed vehicle to operate the steering and
brakes. brakes.brakes. brakes.
brakes.

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARECORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE
CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE
4-3 doors are open. Paint damage can be caused by
small accumulation of tar, industrial precipita-
tion, tree resin, insects and bird droppings, when
not removed immediately. If water alone is not
strong enough to remove the accumulated dirt,
use a mild car washing solution. Be sure to rinse
the surface after washing to remove the solution.
Never allow the solution to dry on the painted
surfaces.
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When to Wax Again When to Wax AgainWhen to Wax Again When to Wax Again
When to Wax AgainYou should polish and wax the car again when
water no longer beads on a clean surface but
spreads out over a larger area.
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Maintaining Bumpers Maintaining BumpersMaintaining Bumpers Maintaining Bumpers
Maintaining BumpersSpecial precautions must be observed to pre-
serve the appearance of the bumpers on your
Hyundai. They are:
o Be careful not to spill battery electrolyte or
hydraulic brake fluid on the bumpers. If you
do, wash it off immediately with clear water.
o Be gentle when cleaning the bumper sur-
faces. They are made of soft plastic and the
surface can be damaged if mistreated. Do not
use abrasive cleaners. Use warm water and
mild soap or car-washing solution.
o Do not expose the bumpers to high tem-
peratures. For example, if you have your car
repainted, do not leave the bumpers on the
car if the car is going to be placed in a high-
temperature paint booth.
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CLEANING THE INTERIOR CLEANING THE INTERIORCLEANING THE INTERIOR CLEANING THE INTERIOR
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery To Clean the Vinyl UpholsteryTo Clean the Vinyl Upholstery To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery
To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery
To clean the vinyl upholstery, first remove loose
dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Then apply
a solution of mild soap or detergent and water
using a clean sponge or soft cloth. Allow this tostay on the surface to loosen the dirt, then wipe
with a clean damp sponge or cloth. If all the dirt
stains are not removed, repeat this procedure
until the upholstery is clean. Do not use gasoline,
solvent, paint thinner or other strong cleaners.
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Spot Cleaning Spot CleaningSpot Cleaning Spot Cleaning
Spot CleaningDon't use gasoline, strong solvents or corrosive
cleaning agents. These can damage the finish of
the car. To remove road tar, use turpentine on a
clean, soft cloth or commercially available bug
and tar remover. Be gentle.
To remove dead insects or tree sap, use warm
water and mild soap or car-washing solution.
Soak the spot and rub gently. If the paint has lost
its luster, use a commercial car-cleaning polish.
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Polishing and Waxing Polishing and WaxingPolishing and Waxing Polishing and Waxing
Polishing and WaxingAlways wash and dry the car before polishing or
waxing or using a combination cleaner and wax.
Use a good quality commercial product and
follow the manufacturer's directions on the con-
tainer. Polish and wax the bright trim pieces as
well as the paint.
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Cleaning the Seat Belts Cleaning the Seat BeltsCleaning the Seat Belts Cleaning the Seat Belts
Cleaning the Seat BeltsTo clean the seat belts, use a cloth or sponge
with mild soap or detergent and warm water. Do
not use strong detergents, dye, bleach or abra-
sive materials on the seat belts as this may
weaken the fabric.
While cleaning the belts, inspect them for exces-
sive wear, cuts, fraying or other signs of damage
and replace them if necessary.
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Cleaning the Carpets Cleaning the CarpetsCleaning the Carpets Cleaning the Carpets
Cleaning the CarpetsUse a foam-type carpet cleaner. Cleaners of this
type are available in aerosol cans in liquid form or
powder. Read the instructions and follow them
exactly. Using a vacuum cleaner with the appro-
priate attachment, remove as much dirt from the
carpets as possible. Apply the foam following the
manufacturer's directions, then rub in overlap-
ping circles. Do not add water. These cleaners
work best when the carpet is kept as dry as
possible.

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTSVEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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Specified Scheduled Procedures Specified Scheduled ProceduresSpecified Scheduled Procedures Specified Scheduled Procedures
Specified Scheduled ProceduresThese are the procedures such as inspec-
tions, adjustments and replacements that are
listed in the maintenance charts starting on
page 5-3. These procedures must be per-
formed at the intervals shown in the mainte-
nance schedule to assure that your warranty
remains in effect. Although it is strongly rec-
ommended that they be performed by the
trained technicians at your Hyundai dealer,
these procedures may be performed at any
qualified service facility.
It is suggested that genuine Hyundai service
parts be used for any required repairs or
replacements. Other parts of equivalent qual-
ity such as engine oil, engine coolant, manual
or auto transaxle oil, brake fluid and so on
which are not supplied by Hyundai Motor
Company or its distributor may be used with-
out affecting your warranty coverage but you
should always be sure these are equivalent to
the quality of the original Hyundai parts. Your
Owner's Handbook provides further informa-
tion about your warranty coverage.
5. 5.5. 5.
5.
VEHICLE VEHICLEVEHICLE VEHICLE
VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTSREQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTSF010E01A-AAT
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Do-It-Yourself MaintenanceDo-It-Yourself Maintenance Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Do-It-Yourself MaintenanceIf you are mechanically inclined, own a few tools
that are required and want to take the time to do
so, you can inspect and service a number of
items. For more information about doing it
yourself, see Section 6.
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General Checks General ChecksGeneral Checks General Checks
General ChecksThese are the regular checks you should
perform when you drive your Hyundai or you
fill the fuel tank. A list of these items will be
found on page 6-3.
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE INTERVALSMAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
Service Requirements Service RequirementsService Requirements Service Requirements
Service Requirements
To ensure that you receive the greatest num-
ber of miles of satisfying operation from your
Hyundai, certain maintenance procedures
must be performed. Although careful design
and engineering have reduced these to a
minimum, those that are required are of the
utmost importance.
It is your responsibility to have these mainte-
nance procedures performed to comply with
the terms of the warranties covering your new
Hyundai. The Owner's Handbook supplied
with your new vehicle provides further infor-
mation about these warranties.
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Maintenance Requirements Maintenance RequirementsMaintenance Requirements Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance RequirementsThe maintenance required for your Hyundai
can be divided into three main areas:
o Specified scheduled procedures
o General checks
o Do-it-yourself maintenance
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A Few Tips A Few TipsA Few Tips A Few Tips
A Few Tipso Whenever you have your Hyundai ser-
viced, keep copies of the service records
in your glovebox. This will help assure you
can document the required procedures
being performed to keep your warranties
in effect. This is especially important when
service is not performed by an authorized
Hyundai dealer.
o If you choose to do your own maintenance
and repairs, you may find it helpful to have
an official Hyundai Shop Manual. A copy of
this publication may be purchased at your
Hyundai dealer's parts department.
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