Hyundai Elantra 2017 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK. Australia)

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Blade inspection
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windscreen diffi-
cult to clean.
Contamination of either the wind-
screen or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windscreen wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
To p r e v e n t d a m a g e t o t h e w i p e r
blades, do not use petrol,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
To p r e v e n t d a m a g e t o t h e w i p e r
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manu-
ally.
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper mal-
function and failure.
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
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Do not allow the wiper arm to
fall against the windscreen, as it
may chip or crack the wind-
screen.
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Ty p e A
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the
wiper blade assembly to expose
the plastic locking clip.
2. Compress the clip and slide the
blade assembly downward.
3. Lift it off the arm.
4. Install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.
Ty p e B
1. Raise the wiper arm.
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2. Lift up the wiper blade clip (1).
Then lift up the wiper blade (2).
3. Whilst pushing the lock (3), pull
down the wiper blade (4).
4. Remove the wiper blade from the
wiper arm (5).
5. Install a new wiper blade assem-
bly in the reverse order of removal.
6. Return the wiper arm on the wind-
screen.
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BBAATTTTEERRYY
For best battery service
•Keep the battery securely mounted.
•Keep the battery top clean and dry.
•Keep the terminals and connec-
tions clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
•Rinse any spilled electrolyte from
the battery immediately with a
solution of water and baking soda.
•If the vehicle is not going to be
used for an extended time, discon-
nect the battery cables.
Information
The battery, which is originally
installed in your vehicle, is mainte-
nance free. However, your vehicle is
equipped with a battery marked with
LOWER and UPPER on the side for
you to check the electrolyte level.
The electrolyte level should be
between LOWER and UPPER. When
the electrolyte level is low, add dis-
tilled (or de-mineralised) water.
(Never add sulfuric acids or other
electrolyte).
Be careful not to spill distilled (or
demineralised) water over the battery
surface or other adjacent components.
Also, do not overfill the battery cells
as it may corrode the battery or other
components. Finally, securely close
the cell cap. However, we recommend
you to contact an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer for better battery
service.
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To p r e v e n t S E R I O U S I N J U RY o r
DEATH to you or bystanders,
always follow these precautions
when working near or handling
the battery:
Always read and follow
instructions carefully
when handling a battery.
Wear eye protection
designed to protect the
eyes from acid splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks,
or smoking materials
away from the battery.
Hydrogen is always
present in battery cells,
is highly combustible,
and may explode if ignit-
ed.
Keep batteries out of
reach of children.
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If you connect unauthorised elec-
tronic devices to the battery, the
battery may be discharged.
Never use unauthorised devices.
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Batteries contain sulfu-
ric acid which is highly
corrosive. Do not allow
acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.
If acid gets into your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention. If acid
gets on your skin, thoroughly
wash the area. If you feel pain or
a burning sensation, get med-
ical attention immediately.
•When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure
on the case may cause battery
acid to leak. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
•Do not attempt to jump start
your vehicle if your battery is
frozen.
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•NEVER attempt to recharge
the battery when the vehicle’s
battery cables are connected
to the battery.
•The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.
NEVER touch these compo-
nents with the engine running
or when the Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ON position.
•Do not allow the (+) and (-)
jumper cables to touch. It may
cause sparks.
•The battery may rupture or
explode when you jump start
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Battery capacity label
❈The actual battery label in the vehiclemay differ from the illustration.
1. AGM60L-DIN : The HYUNDAI
model name of battery
2. 12V : The nominal voltage
3. 60Ah(20HR) : The nominal capacity
(in Ampere hours)
4. 100RC : The nominal reser ve
capacity (in min.)
5. 640CCA : The cold-test current in
amperes by SAE
6. 512A : The cold-test current in
amperes by EN
Battery recharging
Yo u r v e h i c l e h a s a m a i n t e n a n c e - f r e e ,
calcium-based battery.
•If the battery becomes discharged
over a shor t time (because, for
example, the headlights or interior
lights were left on whilst the vehicle
was not in use), recharge it by slow
charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
•If the battery gradually discharges
because of high electrical load
whilst the vehicle is being used,
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■Example
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precau-
tions:
•Before performing mainte-
nance or recharging the bat-
tery, turn off all accessories
and stop the engine.
•Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,
or flame near the battery.
•Wear eye protection when
checking the battery during
charging.
•The battery must be removed
from the vehicle and placed in
an area with good ventilation.
•Watch the battery during
charging, and stop or reduce
the charging rate if the battery
cells begin gassing (boiling)
violently or if the temperature
of the electrolyte of any cell
exceeds 49°C (120°F).
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Reset items
Items should be reset after the bat-
tery has been discharged or the bat-
tery has been disconnected.
•Auto up/down window
(See chapter 3)
•Sunroof (See chapter 3)
•Trip computer (See chapter 3)
•Climate control system
(See chapter 3)
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•The negative battery cable
must be removed first and
installed last when the battery
is disconnected.
•Disconnect the battery charg-
er in the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger
main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp
from the negative battery
terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp
from the positive battery
terminal.

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Ty r e c a r e
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tyre
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
Recommended cold tyre infla-
tion pressures
All tyre pressures (including the
spare) should be checked when the
tyres are cold. “Cold Tyres” means
the vehicle has not been driven for at
least three hours or driven less than
1.6 km.
Recommended pressures must be
maintained for the best ride, top vehi-
cle handling, and minimum tyre
wear.
For recommended inflation pres-
sure refer to “Tyre and wheels” in
chapter 8.
All specifications (sizes and pres-
sures) can be found on a label
attached to the vehicle.
Ty r e u n d e r i n f l a t i o n
Severe underinflation (70 kPa
(10 psi) or more) can lead to
severe heat build-up, causing
blowouts, tread separation and
other tyre failures that can
result in the loss of vehicle con-
trol leading to severe injury or
death. This risk is much higher
on hot days and when driving
for long periods at high speeds.
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•Underinflation also results in
excessive wear, poor handling
and reduced fuel economy.
Wheel deformation also is
possible. Keep your tyre pres-
sures at the proper levels. If a
tyre frequently needs refilling,
we recommend that the tyres
be checked by an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer.
•Overinflation produces a
harsh ride, excessive wear at
the centre of the tyre tread,
and a greater possibility of
damage from road hazards.
CAUTION
•Warm tyres normally exceed
recommended cold tyre pres-
sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6
psi). Do not release air from
warm tyres to adjust the pres-
sure or the tyres will be
underinflated.
•Be sure to reinstall the tyre
inflation valve caps. Without
the valve cap, dirt or moisture
could get into the valve core
and cause air leakage. If a
valve cap is missing, install a
new one as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Ty r e p r e s s u r e
Always observe the following:
•Check tyre pressure when the
tyres are cold, i.e. after the
vehicle has been parked for at
least three hours or hasn't
been driven more than 1.6 km
since startup.
•Check the pressure of your
spare tyre each time you
check the pressure of other
tyres.
•Never overload your vehicle.
Be careful not to overload a
vehicle luggage rack if your
vehicle is equipped with one.
•Wo r n , o l d t y r e s c a n c a u s e
accidents. If your tread is
badly worn, or if your tyres
have been damaged, replace
them.
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Ty r e i n f l a t i o n
Overinflation or underinflation
can reduce tyre life, adversely
affect vehicle handling, and
lead to sudden tyre failure. This
could result in loss of vehicle
control and potential injury.
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Checking tyre inflation pres-
sure
Check your tyres once a month or
more.
Also, check the tyre pressure of the
spare tyre.
How to check
Use a good quality gauge to check
tyre pressure. You can not tell if your
tyres are properly inflated simply by
looking at them. Radial tyres may
look properly inflated even when
they're underinflated.
Check the tyre's inflation pressure
when the tyres are cold. "Cold"
means your vehicle has been sitting
for at least three hours or driven no
more than 1.6 km.
Remove the valve cap from the tyre
valve stem. Press the tyre gauge
firmly onto the valve to get a pres-
sure measurement. If the cold tyre
inflation pressure matches the rec-
ommended pressure on the tyre and
loading information label, no further
adjustment is necessary. If the pres-
sure is low, add air until you reach
the recommended amount.
If you overfill the tyre, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the
centre of the tyre valve. Recheck the
tyre pressure with the tyre gauge. Be
sure to put the valve caps back on
the valve stems. They help prevent
leaks by keeping out dirt and mois-
ture.
•Inspect your tyres frequently
for proper inflation as well as
wear and damage. Always use
a tyre pressure gauge.
•Ty r e s w i t h t o o mu ch o r t o o l i t -
tle pressure wear unevenly
causing poor handling, loss of
vehicle control, and sudden
tyre failure leading to acci-
dents, injuries, and even death.
The recommended cold tyre
pressure for your vehicle can
be found in this manual and on
the tyre label located on the
driver's side centre pillar.
•Wo r n t y r e s c a n c a u s e a c c i -
dents. Replace tyres that are
worn, show uneven wear, or
are damaged.
•Remember to check the pres-
sure of your spare tyre.
HYUNDAI recommends that
you check the spare every
time you check the pressure
of the other tyres on your
vehicle.
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