IAT Hyundai Elantra 2003 Service Manual
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WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The cooling fan is controlled by the engine The cooling fan is controlled by the engineThe cooling fan is controlled by the engine The cooling fan is controlled by the engine
The cooling fan is controlled by the engine
coolant temperature and may sometimes coolant temperature and may sometimescoolant temperature and may sometimes coolant temperature and may sometimes
coolant temperature and may sometimes
operate even when the engine is not run- operate even when the engine is not run-operate even when the engine is not run- operate even when the engine is not run-
operate even when the engine is not run-
ning. Use extreme caution when working ning. Use extreme caution when workingning. Use extreme caution when working ning. Use extreme caution when working
ning. Use extreme caution when working
near the blades of the cooling fan, so that near the blades of the cooling fan, so thatnear the blades of the cooling fan, so that near the blades of the cooling fan, so that
near the blades of the cooling fan, so that
you are not injured by a rotating fan blade. you are not injured by a rotating fan blade.you are not injured by a rotating fan blade. you are not injured by a rotating fan blade.
you are not injured by a rotating fan blade.
As the engine coolant temperature de- As the engine coolant temperature de-As the engine coolant temperature de- As the engine coolant temperature de-
As the engine coolant temperature de-
creases, the fan will automatically shut off. creases, the fan will automatically shut off.creases, the fan will automatically shut off. creases, the fan will automatically shut off.
creases, the fan will automatically shut off.
This is a normal condition. This is a normal condition.This is a normal condition. This is a normal condition.
This is a normal condition.
G120A01A-AAT
CHECKING THE BRAKES CHECKING THE BRAKESCHECKING THE BRAKES CHECKING THE BRAKES
CHECKING THE BRAKES
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Because brakes are essential to the safe Because brakes are essential to the safeBecause brakes are essential to the safe Because brakes are essential to the safe
Because brakes are essential to the safe
operation of the car, it is suggested that operation of the car, it is suggested thatoperation of the car, it is suggested that operation of the car, it is suggested that
operation of the car, it is suggested that
they be checked and inspected by your they be checked and inspected by yourthey be checked and inspected by your they be checked and inspected by your
they be checked and inspected by your
Hyundai dealer. The brakes should be Hyundai dealer. The brakes should beHyundai dealer. The brakes should be Hyundai dealer. The brakes should be
Hyundai dealer. The brakes should be
checked and inspected for wear at those checked and inspected for wear at thosechecked and inspected for wear at those checked and inspected for wear at those
checked and inspected for wear at those
intervals specified in the vehicle mainte- intervals specified in the vehicle mainte-intervals specified in the vehicle mainte- intervals specified in the vehicle mainte-
intervals specified in the vehicle mainte-
nance schedule in Section 5. nance schedule in Section 5.nance schedule in Section 5. nance schedule in Section 5.
nance schedule in Section 5.
G120B01A-AAT
Checking the Brake Fluid Level Checking the Brake Fluid LevelChecking the Brake Fluid Level Checking the Brake Fluid Level
Checking the Brake Fluid Level
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It Use caution when handling brake fluid. ItUse caution when handling brake fluid. It Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
can damage your vision if it gets into your can damage your vision if it gets into yourcan damage your vision if it gets into your can damage your vision if it gets into your
can damage your vision if it gets into your
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's painteyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint
if spilled on it and not removed immediately. if spilled on it and not removed immediately.if spilled on it and not removed immediately. if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
G110D01E-AAT
To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level To Check the Transaxle Fluid LevelTo Check the Transaxle Fluid Level To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
Park the car on level ground with the parking
brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level
is checked, the transaxle fluid should be at
normal operating temperature and the engine
idling.While the engine is idling, apply the brakes and
move the gear selector lever from "P" to each
of its other positions -- "R", "N", "D","3", "2", "L"
-- and then return to "N" or "P" with the engine
still idling:
1. Open the hood, being careful to keep hands,
hair and clothing clear of any moving parts.
2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean,
reinsert the dipstick as far as it will go, then
remove it again. Now check the fluid level on
the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" range
on the dipstick.
3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel
Fluid level should be within this range
to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick
tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range.
Do not overfill.
C090B01E
G110D01E
HKSOM120
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Recommended Brake Fluid Recommended Brake FluidRecommended Brake Fluid Recommended Brake Fluid
Recommended Brake FluidUse only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications in your braking
system. Follow the instructions printed on the
container.
G120D01A-AAT
To Check the Fluid Level To Check the Fluid LevelTo Check the Fluid Level To Check the Fluid Level
To Check the Fluid LevelThe fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir should
be checked periodically. The level should be
between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the
side of the reservoir. If the level is at or below
the "MIN" mark, carefully add fluid to bring it up
to "MAX". Do not overfill.
G120E02A-AAT
Adding Brake Fluid Adding Brake FluidAdding Brake Fluid Adding Brake Fluid
Adding Brake FluidWARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damageHandle brake fluid carefully. It can damage Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage
Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage
your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use onlyyour vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only
your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from aDOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a
sealed container. Do not allow the fluid can sealed container. Do not allow the fluid cansealed container. Do not allow the fluid can sealed container. Do not allow the fluid can
sealed container. Do not allow the fluid can
or reservoir to remain open any longer than or reservoir to remain open any longer thanor reservoir to remain open any longer than or reservoir to remain open any longer than
or reservoir to remain open any longer than
required. This will prevent entry of dirt and required. This will prevent entry of dirt andrequired. This will prevent entry of dirt and required. This will prevent entry of dirt and
required. This will prevent entry of dirt and
moisture which can damage the brake sys- moisture which can damage the brake sys-moisture which can damage the brake sys- moisture which can damage the brake sys-
moisture which can damage the brake sys-
tem and cause improper operation. tem and cause improper operation.tem and cause improper operation. tem and cause improper operation.
tem and cause improper operation.
To add brake fluid, first wipe away any dirt then
unscrew the fluid reservoir cap. Slowly pour the
recommended fluid into the reservoir. Do not
overfill. Carefully replace the cap on the reser-
voir and tighten.
G130A01S-AAT
CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUID CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUIDCHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUID CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUID
CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUID
To Check the Clutch Fluid To Check the Clutch FluidTo Check the Clutch Fluid To Check the Clutch Fluid
To Check the Clutch Fluid
G120E01E
G130A01EG130B02A-AAT
To Replace the Fluid To Replace the FluidTo Replace the Fluid To Replace the Fluid
To Replace the FluidRecommended brake fluid conforming to DOT
3 or DOT 4 specification should be used. The
reservoir cap must be fully tightened to avoid
contamination from foreign matter or moisture.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Do not allow any other liquids to contami- Do not allow any other liquids to contami-Do not allow any other liquids to contami- Do not allow any other liquids to contami-
Do not allow any other liquids to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result. nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result.nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result. nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result.
nate the brake fluid. Seal damage will result.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Use caution when handling brake fluid. It Use caution when handling brake fluid. ItUse caution when handling brake fluid. It Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
can damage your vision if you get it in your can damage your vision if you get it in yourcan damage your vision if you get it in your can damage your vision if you get it in your
can damage your vision if you get it in your
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's painteyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint
if spilled on it and not removed immediately. if spilled on it and not removed immediately.if spilled on it and not removed immediately. if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
The clutch fluid level in the master cylinder
should be checked when performing other un-
der hood services. The system should be
checked for leakage at the same time.
Check to make certain that the clutch fluid level
is always between the "MAX" and "MIN" level
markings on the fluid reservoir. Fill as required.
Fluid loss indicates a leak in the clutch system
which should be inspected and repaired imme-
diately. Consult your Hyundai dealer.
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CHECKING STEERING WHEEL CHECKING STEERING WHEELCHECKING STEERING WHEEL CHECKING STEERING WHEEL
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL
FREE-PLAY FREE-PLAYFREE-PLAY FREE-PLAY
FREE-PLAY
To check the steering wheel free-play, stop the
car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and
gently move the steering wheel back and forth.
Use very light finger pressure and be sensitive
to changes in resistance that mark the limits of
the free-play. If the free-play is greater than
specified, have it inspected by your Hyundai
dealer and adjusted or repaired if necessary.1.18in
(30 mm)
G150A02E
G140B01A-AATChecking the Air Conditioning Checking the Air ConditioningChecking the Air Conditioning Checking the Air Conditioning
Checking the Air Conditioning
Operation OperationOperation Operation
Operation
1. Start the engine and let it run at a fast idle for
several minutes with the air conditioning set
at the maximum cold setting.
2. If the air coming out of the in-dash vents is
not cold, have the air conditioning system
inspected by your Hyundai dealer.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:Running the air conditioning system for Running the air conditioning system forRunning the air conditioning system for Running the air conditioning system for
Running the air conditioning system for
extended periods of time with a low refriger- extended periods of time with a low refriger-extended periods of time with a low refriger- extended periods of time with a low refriger-
extended periods of time with a low refriger-
ant level may damage the compressor. ant level may damage the compressor.ant level may damage the compressor. ant level may damage the compressor.
ant level may damage the compressor.
G140C01A-AAT
Lubrication LubricationLubrication Lubrication
LubricationTo lubricate the compressor and the seals in
the system, the air conditioning should be run
for at least 10 minutes each week. This is
particularly important during cool weather when
the air conditioning system is not otherwise in
use.
G140A01A-AAT
AIR CONDITIONING CARE AIR CONDITIONING CAREAIR CONDITIONING CARE AIR CONDITIONING CARE
AIR CONDITIONING CARE
Keeping the Condenser Clean Keeping the Condenser CleanKeeping the Condenser Clean Keeping the Condenser Clean
Keeping the Condenser Clean
The air conditioning condenser (and engine
radiator) should be checked periodically for
accumulation of dirt, dead insects, leaves, etc.
These can interfere with maximum cooling effi-
ciency. When removing such accumulations,
brush or hose them away carefully to avoid
bending the cooling fans.
G140D01A-AAT
Checking the Compressor Drive Belt Checking the Compressor Drive BeltChecking the Compressor Drive Belt Checking the Compressor Drive Belt
Checking the Compressor Drive Belt
When the air conditioning is being used regular-
ly, the compressor drive belt tension should be
checked at least once a month with the engine
turned off.
To check the drive belt tension, press down on
the belt halfway between the engine crankshaft
and compressor pulleys. Pressing with your
finger, you should not be able to deflect this belt
anymore than 1/3 of an inch. If you have the
instruments to check it, with a force of 22 lb.
(98N), the deflection should be 0.315 inches
(approx 8.0 mm). If the belt is too loose, have it
adjusted by your Hyundai dealer.
G140B01A
A/C0.315 in.
(8 mm)
CRANK PULLEY TENSION PULLEY
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6-16 4. Replace the blown fuse by pressing a new
fuse of the same rating into place. The fuse
should be a snug fit. If it is not, have the fuse
clip repaired or replaced by a Hyundai dealer.
If you do not have a spare fuse, you may be
able to borrow a fuse of the same or lower
rating from an accessory you can tempo-
rarily get along without (the radio or cigarette
lighter, for example). Always remember to
replace the borrowed fuse.
CAUTION: CAUTION:CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION:A burned-out fuse indicates that there is a A burned-out fuse indicates that there is aA burned-out fuse indicates that there is a A burned-out fuse indicates that there is a
A burned-out fuse indicates that there is a
problem in the electrical circuit. If you re- problem in the electrical circuit. If you re-problem in the electrical circuit. If you re- problem in the electrical circuit. If you re-
problem in the electrical circuit. If you re-
place a fuse and it blows as soon as the place a fuse and it blows as soon as theplace a fuse and it blows as soon as the place a fuse and it blows as soon as the
place a fuse and it blows as soon as the
accessory is turned on, the problem is seri- accessory is turned on, the problem is seri-accessory is turned on, the problem is seri- accessory is turned on, the problem is seri-
accessory is turned on, the problem is seri-
ous and should be referred to a Hyundai ous and should be referred to a Hyundaious and should be referred to a Hyundai ous and should be referred to a Hyundai
ous and should be referred to a Hyundai
dealer for diagnosis and repair. Never re- dealer for diagnosis and repair. Never re-dealer for diagnosis and repair. Never re- dealer for diagnosis and repair. Never re-
dealer for diagnosis and repair. Never re-
place a fuse with anything except a fuse place a fuse with anything except a fuseplace a fuse with anything except a fuse place a fuse with anything except a fuse
place a fuse with anything except a fuse
with the same or a lower amperage rating. A with the same or a lower amperage rating. Awith the same or a lower amperage rating. A with the same or a lower amperage rating. A
with the same or a lower amperage rating. A
higher capacity fuse could cause damage higher capacity fuse could cause damagehigher capacity fuse could cause damage higher capacity fuse could cause damage
higher capacity fuse could cause damage
and create a fire hazard. and create a fire hazard.and create a fire hazard. and create a fire hazard.
and create a fire hazard.
AXA6201B
Burned out
G200B03Y
Good
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:Batteries can be dangerous! When working Batteries can be dangerous! When workingBatteries can be dangerous! When working Batteries can be dangerous! When working
Batteries can be dangerous! When working
with batteries, carefully observe the follow- with batteries, carefully observe the follow-with batteries, carefully observe the follow- with batteries, carefully observe the follow-
with batteries, carefully observe the follow-
ing precautions to avoid serious injuries. ing precautions to avoid serious injuries.ing precautions to avoid serious injuries. ing precautions to avoid serious injuries.
ing precautions to avoid serious injuries.
The fluid in the battery contains a strong solu-
tion of sulfuric acid, which is poisonous and
highly corrosive. Be careful not to spill it on
yourself or the car. If you do spill battery fluid on
yourself, immediately do the following:
o If battery fluid is on your skin, flush the
affected areas with water for at least 15
minutes and then seek medical assistance.
o If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse out your
eyes with water and get medical assistance
as soon as possible. While you are being
driven to get medical assistance, continue
to rinse your eyes by using a sponge or soft
cloth saturated with water.
G210A01A-AAT
CHECKING THE BATTERY CHECKING THE BATTERYCHECKING THE BATTERY CHECKING THE BATTERY
CHECKING THE BATTERY
G210A01E
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POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL POWER STEERING FLUID LEVELPOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
The power steering fluid level should be checked
regularly. To check the power steering fluid
level, be sure the engine is "OFF", then check
to make certain that the power steering fluid
level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" level
markings on the fluid reservoir.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:Grinding noise from the power steering Grinding noise from the power steeringGrinding noise from the power steering Grinding noise from the power steering
Grinding noise from the power steering
pump may be heard immediately after the pump may be heard immediately after thepump may be heard immediately after the pump may be heard immediately after the
pump may be heard immediately after the
engine is started in extremely cold condi- engine is started in extremely cold condi-engine is started in extremely cold condi- engine is started in extremely cold condi-
engine is started in extremely cold condi-
tions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops during tions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops duringtions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops during tions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops during
tions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops during
warm up, there is no abnormal function in warm up, there is no abnormal function inwarm up, there is no abnormal function in warm up, there is no abnormal function in
warm up, there is no abnormal function in
the system. It is due to a power steering the system. It is due to a power steeringthe system. It is due to a power steering the system. It is due to a power steering
the system. It is due to a power steering
fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi- fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi-fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi- fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi-
fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi-
tions. tions.tions. tions.
tions.
G230A01E G220A01A-AAT
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLINGCHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING
FANS FANSFANS FANS
FANS
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool- The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool- The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper- ant temperature and may sometimes oper-ant temperature and may sometimes oper- ant temperature and may sometimes oper-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper-
ate even when the engine is not running. ate even when the engine is not running.ate even when the engine is not running. ate even when the engine is not running.
ate even when the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working near the Use extreme caution when working near theUse extreme caution when working near the Use extreme caution when working near the
Use extreme caution when working near the
blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not blades of the coolant fan, so that you are notblades of the coolant fan, so that you are not blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not
blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not
injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en- injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en- injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-
injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-
gine coolant temperature decreases the fan gine coolant temperature decreases the fangine coolant temperature decreases the fan gine coolant temperature decreases the fan
gine coolant temperature decreases the fan
will automatically shut off. This is a normal will automatically shut off. This is a normalwill automatically shut off. This is a normal will automatically shut off. This is a normal
will automatically shut off. This is a normal
condition. condition.condition. condition.
condition.
G220B01A-AAT
Checking Engine Cooling Fan Checking Engine Cooling FanChecking Engine Cooling Fan Checking Engine Cooling Fan
Checking Engine Cooling FanThe engine cooling fan should come on auto-
matically if the engine coolant temperature is
high.
G220C01A-AAT
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan Checking Condenser Cooling FanChecking Condenser Cooling Fan Checking Condenser Cooling Fan
Checking Condenser Cooling FanThe condenser coolant fan should come on
automatically whenever the air conditioning is
in operation.
G210B02A-AAT
Checking the Battery Checking the BatteryChecking the Battery Checking the Battery
Checking the BatteryKeep the battery clean. Any evidence of corro-
sion around the battery posts or terminals should
be removed using a solution of household bak-
ing soda and warm water. After the battery
terminals are dry, cover them with a light coat-
ing of grease.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:Battery posts, terminals, and related acces- Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-Battery posts, terminals, and related acces- Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds, sories contain lead and lead compounds,sories contain lead and lead compounds, sories contain lead and lead compounds,
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California chemicals known to the state of Californiachemicals known to the state of California chemicals known to the state of California
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. to cause cancer and reproductive harm.to cause cancer and reproductive harm. to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. Wash hands after handling.Wash hands after handling. Wash hands after handling.
Wash hands after handling.
o If you swallow battery fluid, drink a large
quantity of water or milk followed by milk of
magnesia, eat a raw egg or drink vegetable
oil. Get medical assistance as soon as
possible.
While batteries are being charged (either by a
battery charger or by the vehicle's generator),
they produce explosive gases. Always observe
these warnings to prevent injuries from occur-
ring:
o Charge batteries only in a well ventilated
area.
o Do not permit flames, sparks or smoking in
the area.
o Keep children away from the area.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSCONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
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CONSUMER INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATIONCONSUMER INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATION
CONSUMER INFORMATIONThis consumer information has been prepared
in accordance with regulations issued by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It
provides the purchasers and/or prospective
purchasers of Hyundai automobiles with infor-
mation on uniform tire quality grading. Your
Hyundai dealer will help answer any questions
you may have as you read this information.
I130B03A-AAT
Uniform tire quality grading Uniform tire quality gradingUniform tire quality grading Uniform tire quality grading
Uniform tire quality gradingDepartment of Transportation quality grades -
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to
Federal Safety Standards in addition to these
grades. These quality grades are molded on the
sidewall.
Treadwear - Treadwear -Treadwear - Treadwear -
Treadwear - The tread wear grade is a com-
parative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For exam-
ple, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half
(1 - 1/2) times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100. The relative perfor-
mance of tires depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practices and differenc-
es in road characteristics and climate.Traction AA, A, B, C - Traction AA, A, B, C -Traction AA, A, B, C - Traction AA, A, B, C -
Traction AA, A, B, C - The traction grades,
from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfac-
es of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The traction grade assigned to this tire is The traction grade assigned to this tire isThe traction grade assigned to this tire is The traction grade assigned to this tire is
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking based on straight-ahead braking based on straight-ahead braking based on straight-ahead braking
based on straight-ahead braking
traction tractiontraction traction
traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, tests, and does not include acceleration,tests, and does not include acceleration, tests, and does not include acceleration,
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction cornering, hydroplaning, or peak tractioncornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics. characteristics.characteristics. characteristics.
characteristics.
Temperature A, B, C - Temperature A, B, C -Temperature A, B, C - Temperature A, B, C -
Temperature A, B, C - The temperature grades
are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor lab-
oratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature
can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
WARNING: WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING:The temperature grade for this tire is estab- The temperature grade for this tire is estab-The temperature grade for this tire is estab- The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
lished for a tire that is properly lished for a tire that is properly lished for a tire that is properly lished for a tire that is properly
lished for a tire that is properly
inflated and inflated andinflated and inflated and
inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, not overloaded. Excessive speed,not overloaded. Excessive speed, not overloaded. Excessive speed,
not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive underinflation, or excessive underinflation, or excessive underinflation, or excessive
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either loading, eitherloading, either loading, either
loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat separately or in combination, can cause heatseparately or in combination, can cause heat separately or in combination, can cause heat
separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure. buildup and possible tire failure.buildup and possible tire failure. buildup and possible tire failure.
buildup and possible tire failure.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Uniform Tire Quality GradingUniform Tire Quality Grading Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading - Quality grades
can be found on the tire sidewall between the
tread shoulder and the maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSCONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION & REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
8-6
To contact NHTSA, you may either call
the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-
888-327-4236 or write to: NHTSA, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Wash-
ington. D.C. 20590. You can also ob-
tain other information about motor ve-
hicle safety from the Hotline.I130C01A-AAT
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSREPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National High-
way Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA. If
NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or HYUNDAI MOTOR
AMERICA.
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONSVEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
9-3 Oil & Grease Standard
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4)
HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF, DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III
PSF-3
DOT 3, DOT 4 or equivalent
Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiatorHot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (ABOVE 32°F or 0°C)
Normal Climate :SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50 (ABOVE -10°F or -23°C)
Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (BELOW 1 0 0 °F or 3 8 °C)
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, (ABOVE -10°F or -23°C)
SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (BELOW 95°F or 38°C)
J080A05E-AAT
LUBRICATION CHART LUBRICATION CHARTLUBRICATION CHART LUBRICATION CHART
LUBRICATION CHART
Item
Engine Oil
Transaxle
Power Steering
Brake Fluid
Coolant
API SG
OR SG/CD
API SH
OR
ILSAC GF-I
AND ABOVE2.0 L
2.0 L
SULEV
Manual
Auto
Q'ty
Drain and refill
Without oil filter 3.75 US.QTS (3.12 lmp.qts, 3.55 liter)
With oil filter 4.07 US.QTS (3.39 lmp.qts, 3.85 liter)
2.3 US. QTS. (1.86 Imp. qts., 2.15 liter)
8.2 US. QTS. (6.8 Imp.qts., 7.8 liter)
0.95 US. QTS. (0.79 Imp.qts., 0.9 liter)
As required
6.4 US.QTS (5.31 Imp.qts., 6.0 liter)