tow Hyundai Elantra 2008 Service Manual

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What to do in an emergency
Emergency towing precautions Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the
steering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transaxle shift lever in N
(Neutral).
Release the parking bake.
Press the brake pedal with more force
than normal since you will have
reduced brake performance.
More steering effort will be required
because the power steering system
will be disabled.
If you are driving down a long hill, the
brakes may overheat and brake per-
formance will be reduced. Stop often
and let the brakes cool off.
Tie-down hook
(for flatbed towing)
OHD066006L
WARNING
Do not use the hooks under the
front of the vehicle for towing pur-
poses. These hooks are designed
ONLY for transport tie-down. If the
tie-down hooks are used for tow-
ing, the tie-down hooks or front
bumper will be damaged and this
could lead to serious injury.
CAUTION
If the car is being towed with all four
wheels on the ground, it can be
towed only from the front. Be sure
that the transaxle is in neutral. Do
not tow at speeds greater than 25
mph (40 km/h) and for more than 15
miles (25 km). Be sure the steering
is unlocked by placing the ignition
switch in the ACC position. A driver
must be in the towed vehicle to
operate the steering and brakes.

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONSSEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5miles (8km) in nor-
mal temperature or less than 10miles (16km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread
roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold
weatherE - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 100 MPH (170 Km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditionsENGINE OIL AND FILTER
AIR CLEANER FILTER
SPARK PLUGS
BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS
REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKE
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT, UPPER ARM BALL JOINT
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS
TIMING BELT/IDLER/TENSIONER
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)R
R
R
I
I
I
I
R
R
R
REVERY 3,000 MILES (5,000 KM) OR 3 MONTHS
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
EVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR 48 MONTHS
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM)
EVERY 30,000 MILES (48,000 KM)
MORE FREQUENTLY
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, KC, E
B, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, E, F, G, H, I
C, D, E, F, H
B, C, D, E, F, G
A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
A, C, E, F, G, H, I
C, E
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE
OPERATIONMAINTENANCE
INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart
below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

Maintenance16 7
The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-
tory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at the
beginning of the winter season, and
before traveling to a colder climate.Checking the coolant level
WARNING
- Removing
radiator cap
Never attempt to remove the radi-
ator cap while the engine is oper-
ating or hot. Doing so might lead
to cooling system and engine
damage and could result in seri-
ous personal injury from escap-
ing hot coolant or steam.
(Continued)
(Continued)
Turn the engine off and wait until
it cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the
cooling system. When you are
sure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the cap,
using a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
Even if the engine is not operat-
ing, do not remove the radiator
cap or the drain plug while the
engine and radiator are hot. Hot
coolant and steam may still blow
out under pressure, causing seri-
ous injury.
ENGINE COOLANT
PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irrita-
tion or cancer of the skin if left in
contact with the skin for prolonged
periods of time. Used engine oil
contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Always protect your skin by
washing your hands thoroughly
with soap and warm water as soon
as possible after handling used oil.

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Index
Tires and wheels ···························································· 9-3
Tires pressure monitoring system (TPMS)······················6-7
Towing ········································································· 6-20
Tie-down hook ························································· 6-23
Trailer towing ······························································ 5-39
Hitches ······································································ 5-40
Safety chains ···························································· 5-40
Trailer brakes ···························································· 5-40
Weight of the trailer (tongue) ··································· 5-45
Trunk ············································································ 4-12
Vehicle break-in process ················································ 1-5
Vehicle data collection and event data recorders ·········· 1-6
Vehicle load limit ························································· 5-47
Compliance label ······················································ 5-49
Tire and loading information label ·························· 5-47
Vehicle capacity weight ··········································· 5-47
Seating capacity ······················································· 5-47
Towing capacity ······················································· 5-47
Cargo capacity ·························································· 5-47
Washer fluid ································································· 7-22
Weight of the vehicle ··················································· 5-52
Windows ······································································ 4-14
Power window lock button ······································ 4-17Windshield defrosting and defogging ························· 4-77
Automatic climate control system ··························· 4-78
Defogging logic ························································ 4-78
Manual climate control system ································ 4-77
Winter driving ······························································ 5-35
Snow tires ································································· 5-35
Tire chains ································································ 5-35
Wiper blades ································································ 7-27
Wipers and washers ····················································· 4-54VW