engine coolant Hyundai Elantra 2006 User Guide

5VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and anyleakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. F070G02A-AAT
o Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. The level should be between "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. Use onlyhydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4.
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o Rear Brake Drums/Linings,
Parking Brake
Check the rear brake drums and lin-
ings for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts, and excessive wear. Inspect the parking brake system in- cluding the parking brake lever andcables. For detailed service proce- dures, refer to the Shop Manual.
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o Manual Transaxle Oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil ac- cording 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 Coolant The coolant should be changed at the intervals specified in the mainte- nance schedule.
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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 the automatictransaxle fluid level with the engine running and the transaxle in neutral, with the parking brake properly ap-plied. Use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands approved byHyundai Motor Co., when adding or changing fluid. Using the wrong ATF may result in damage to the ATM.

Engine Compartment ................................................... 6-2
General Checks ........................................................... 6-7
Checking the Engine Oil .............................................. 6-8 Changing the Oil and Filter ......................................... 6-11
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ..............6-14
Spark Plugs ................................ ................................. 6-17
Changing the Air Cleaner Filte r ...................................6-19
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) ......................... 6-21
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic) .................6-22
Checking the Brakes .................................................. 6-24
Checking the Clutch Fluid ........................................... 6-26
Air Conditioning Care .................................................. 6-27
Changing the Air Conditioner Filter
(For Evaporator and Blower Unit) ............................ 6-28
Checking Drive Belts ................................................. 6-30
Checking and Replacing Fuses ................................ 6-31
Checking The Battery ................................................ 6-32
Checking The Eclectric Cooling Fans ........................6-34
Power Steering Fluid Level ......................................... 6-34
Removal of Water From The Fuel F ilter..................... 6-35
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ...................................... 6-36
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-38
Bulb Wattage ............................................................... 6-45
Fuse Panel D escription ............................................... 6-46
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed) 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick
9. Radiator cap 10.Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If installed)
11.Air cleaner filter
12.Battery
13.Relay box G010B01E
G010B01E-GAT (1.6 DOHC)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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(1.8 DOHC)
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed) 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick
9. Radiator cap 10.Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If installed)
11.Air cleaner filter
12.Battery
13.Relay box CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-ing the engine, you shouldhandle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed) 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick
9. Radiator cap 10.Automatic transaxle fluid level dip-
stick (If installed)
11.Air cleaner filter
12.Battery
13.Relay box G010C02E
G010A01E-GAT (2.0 DOHC)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should handle tools and otherheavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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G010A02E
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(2.0 DOHC CVVT)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic- ing the engine, you shouldhandle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of theengine is not damaged.
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake booster
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (If installed) 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil level dipstick
9. Radiator cap 10.Automatic transaxle fluid level dip-
stick (If installed)
11.Air cleaner filter
12.Battery
13.Relay box

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7GENERAL CHECKS
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Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regu- larly:
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 o Defroster, heating system opera-
tion (and air conditioning, if in- stalled)
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, includ-
ing clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, in- cluding "PARK" mechanism opera-tion
o Seat control condition and opera-
tion
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrectly, inspect it care- fully and seek assistance from yourHyundai dealer if service is needed.
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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)
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Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each
time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation

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11CHANGING THE OIL AND FILTER
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Gasoline Engine
G040A03EThe engine oil and filter should be
changed at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Sec- tion 5. If the vehicle is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oiland filter changes are required.
The procedure for changing the oil
and filter is as follows:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground
and set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolant temperature gauge moves above the lowestmark. Turn the engine off and place the gear selector lever in "P" (auto- matic) or reverse gear (manualtransaxle).
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil filler cap.
3. Slide underneath the car and loosen
the drain plug by turning it counter-clockwise with a wrench of the proper size. Be sure that a drain pan is in position to catch the oil asit drains out, then remove the drain plug. WARNING:
Be very careful when draining the engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you!
4. When the oil has stopped draining, replace the drain plug using a new gasket and retighten by turning it clockwise.
Drain plug tightening torque:
Oil filler cap
Drain plug
Oil filter
1.6 DOHC 1.8/2.0 DOHC 4.0 ~ 4.5 3.5 ~ 4.5
E.CExcept E.C
4.0 ~ 4.5
5. Remove the oil filter. You should be able to unscrew the filter with your hands. (If your hands are slip- pery, try to use a cloth between your hands and the filter to giveyourself a better grip.) A certain amount of oil will come out when you remove the filter, so be sure tohave your drain pan in place un- derneath it. kgf.m
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Oil filler cap
Drain plug
Oil filter
1.8/2.0 DOHC 1.6 DOHC

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Diesel Engine
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The engine oil and filter should be
changed at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Sec- tion 5. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oiland filter changes are required.
The procedure for changing the oil
and filter is as follows:
1. Park the car on level ground and
set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolant temperature gauge moves above the lowestmark.
10. Shut off the engine and recheck
the oil level.
NOTE: Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally acceptable manner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed container andtaken to a service station for maybe reclaimation. Do not pour the oil on the ground or put it in with thehousehold trash.
6. Install a new oil filter in accordance
with the instructions on the cartonor on the filter itself. Do not over- tighten.
Oil filter tightening torque: 1.2~1.6kgf.m Be sure that the mounting surfaceon the engine is clean and that the old gasket is removed completely. Lubricate the new gasket on thefilter with clean engine oil before installation.
7. Remove the engine oil level dip- stick.
8. Refill the crankcase with the rec- ommended engine oil. Refer tothe specification in chapter 9 for engine oil capacity. WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irrita-
tion or cancer of the skin if left incontact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warmwater as soon as possible after handling used oil.
Oil filler cap
Engine oil drain plug
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Slowly pour the recommended oil into a funnel. Do not overfill not to damage the engine.
9. Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter.

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CHECKING AND CHANGING THE ENGINE COOLANT
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Recommended Engine Coolant
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WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. When the engine is hot, the engine coolantis under pressure and may erupt through the opening if the cap is removed. You could be seriouslyburned if you do not observe this precaution. Do not remove the radiator cap until the radiator iscool to the touch.
WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irrita- tion or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolongedperiods of time. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible afterhandling used oil.
Gasoline engine
12. Start the engine and check to be
sure no oil is leaking from thedrain plug or oil filter.
13.Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level.
NOTE:
o It is recommended that the en- gine oil and filter should bechanged by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
o Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally accept- able manner. It is suggested thatit be placed in a sealed con- tainer and taken to a service station for maybe reclaimation.Do not pour the oil on the ground or put it in with the household trash.
! CAUTION:
Slowly pour the recommended oil into a funnel. Do not overfill not to damage the engine.