heating Hyundai Elantra 2003 Owner's Guide
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYWHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-3
D040B01A-AAT
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.
D050A01A-AAT
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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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCEDO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6-3
G020B01A-AAT
Vehicle Exterior Vehicle ExteriorVehicle Exterior Vehicle Exterior
Vehicle ExteriorThe 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 Vehicle InteriorVehicle Interior Vehicle Interior
Vehicle InteriorThe 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 from
your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G030A01A-AAT
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL CHECKING THE ENGINE OILCHECKING THE ENGINE OIL CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
CHECKING THE ENGINE OILEngine oil is essential to the performance and
service of the engine. It is suggested that you
check the oil level at least once a week in
normal use and more often if you are on a trip
or driving in severe conditions.
G030B02A-AAT
Recommended Oil Recommended OilRecommended Oil Recommended Oil
Recommended Oil
G030A02A
2.0L
SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel
efficient oil is recommended.
G020A01A-AAT
GENERAL CHECKS GENERAL CHECKSGENERAL CHECKS GENERAL CHECKS
GENERAL CHECKS
Engine Compartment Engine CompartmentEngine Compartment Engine Compartment
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 conditio
o Air filter condition
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INDEX INDEXINDEX INDEX
INDEX
10-1 Catalytic Converter .................................................................... 7-1 ~ 7-2
CD Auto Changer .............................................................................1-51
CD Auto Changer (H260, H290) ...................... 1-78 ~ 1-79, 1-87 ~ 1-88
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ......................................................... 1-4
Child Restraint System .......................................................... 1-16 ~ 1-19
Cigarette Lighter ................................................................................1-40
Clock .................................................................................................1-40
Clutch
Checking fluid ................................................................................6-12
Pedal free play ..............................................................................6-14
Combination Light
Headlight flasher ...........................................................................1-37
Headlight switch ............................................................................1-37
High-beam switch ..........................................................................1-37
Lane change signal .......................................................................1-37
Turn signal operation ....................................................................1-36
Compact Disc Player Operation (H260, H290)..1-76 ~ 1-77, 1-85 ~ 1-86
Consumer Information ......................................................................... 8-4
Cooling Fans .....................................................................................6-17
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior ........................................................................ 4-3
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ......................................... 4-1
Washing and waxing ....................................................................... 4-2
Cruise Control ........................................................................ 1-52 ~ 1-54
D DD D
D
Defrosting/Defogging .........................................................................1-57
Door
Central door lock ............................................................................. 1-4
Door locks ....................................................................................... 1-2
Front door edge warning light .......................................................1-48
Locking and unlocking front doors with a key ................................ 1-3
Drink Holder ......................................................................................1-41
Drive Belts ............................................................................... 6-13, 6-15
ZK000A1-G
10. INDEX 10. INDEX10. INDEX 10. INDEX
10. INDEX
A AA A
A
Air Bag ................................................................................... 1-21 ~ 1-26
Air Cleaner Filter ................................................................................. 6-9
Air Conditioning
Care ..............................................................................................6-13
Operation.......................................................................................6-13
Switch ............................................................................................1-58
Air Filter ................................................................................. 1-64 ~ 1-65
Antenna.............................................................................................1-92
Ashtray ..............................................................................................1-41
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System ................... 1-60 ~ 1-65
B BB B
B
Battery ...................................................................................... 2-11, 6-16
Brake
Anti-lock system .............................................................................. 2-8
Checking the brakes .....................................................................6-11
Fluid...............................................................................................6-11
Pedal clearance ............................................................................6-14
Pedal free play ..............................................................................6-14
Practices ................................................................................ 2-7 ~ 2-8
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ....................................................1-1~1-2
Bulbs Wattage ...................................................................................6-20
C CC C
CCare of Cassette Tapes ........................................................ 1-90 ~ 1-91
Care of Disc ......................................................................................1-90
Cassette Tape Player Operation (H240, H290).1-71 ~ 1-72, 1-83 ~ 1-8410 1010 10
10
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INDEX INDEXINDEX INDEX
INDEX
10-2Driving
Economical driving ............................................................... 2-9 ~ 2-10
Smooth cornering ..........................................................................2-10
Winter driving ................................................................................2-10
E EE E
E
Emissions Control Systems ................................................................ 7-1
Engine
Before starting the engine ............................................................... 2-2
Compartment.......................................................................... 6-1 ~ 6-2
Coolant............................................................................................ 6-5
Coolant temperature gauge ...........................................................1-33
If the engine overheats ................................................................... 3-2
Number............................................................................................ 8-1
Oil .................................................................................................... 6-3
Starting ............................................................................................ 2-3
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous ................................................... 2-1
F FF F
F
Floor Mat Anchor ..............................................................................1-49
Front Fog Light Switch ......................................................................1-36
Front Seats
Adjustable front seats ..................................................................... 1-7
Adjustable headrests ....................................................................... 1-8
Adjusting seatback angle ................................................................ 1-7
Adjusting seat forward and rearward .............................................. 1-7
Lumbar support control ................................................................... 1-8
Seat cushion height adjustment ...................................................... 1-8
Fuel
Capacity .......................................................................................... 9-1
Gauge............................................................................................1-32
Recommendations........................................................................... 1-1
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release .............................................................................1-49Fuses ................................................................................................6-15
G GG G
G
General Everyday Checks .................................................................. 6-3
Glove box ..........................................................................................1-44
H HH H
H
Hazard Warning System ...................................................................1-39
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ................................................. 6-18 ~ 6-19
Headlight Bulb ...................................................................................6-18
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control ..............................................................................1-55
Air intake control ...........................................................................1-55
Bi-level heating ..............................................................................1-56
Fan speed control .........................................................................1-54
Heating controls ............................................................................1-56
Temperature control ......................................................................1-56
High-mounted Rear Stoplight ............................................................1-47
Hood Release ...................................................................................1-48
Horn ..................................................................................................1-52
I II I
I
Ignition Switch ..................................................................................... 2-2
Illuminated Ignition Switch ................................................................... 1-2
Instrument Cluster and Indicator ............................................ 1-28 ~ 1-29
Instrument Panel Light Control .........................................................1-40
Instruments and Controls ..................................................................1-27
Interior Light
Interior light ...................................................................................1-44
Map light ........................................................................................1-43
Intermittent Wiper ..............................................................................1-38
J JJ J
J
Jump Starting ...................................................................................... 3-1