coolant level HYUNDAI ELANTRA SEL 2021 Owners Manual

Instrument Cluster
4
Instrument Cluster ........................................................................\
.................4-4Instrument Cluster Control ........................................................................\
..............4-5
Adjus ting instrument cluster illumination ............................................................ 4-5
Gauges and Me
ters
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.......................... 4-5
Speedome

ter
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................................. 4-5
T

achometer
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.................................... 4-5
E

ngine coolant temperature gauge
...................................................................... 4-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
.....................................

.4-6
Outside temperature gauge
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.......... 4

-7
Odometer
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..4-8
Range
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.............................................. 4-8
T

ransmission shift indicator
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............. 4-9
In

telligent variable transmission shift indicator
.................................................. 4-9
W

arning and Indicator Lights
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.......... 4-9
Air Bag W

arning Light
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.................... 4-9
Sea

t Belt Warning Light
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................. 4-9
P

arking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
........................................................ 4-

10
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
...................................................... 4-

11
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
.................... 4-

11
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light
.................................................... 4-

11
AUTO HOLD Indicator Light (if equipped)
.......................................................... 4-

12
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light
...................................................... 4-

12
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
....................................................................... 4-12
Char

ging System Warning Light
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.. 4-

13
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
...................................................................... 4-13
L

ow Fuel Level Warning Light
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...... 4-

13
Master Warning Light
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................... 4-

14
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
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. 4-

14
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light
.............................................. 4-

14
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
....................................... 4-

15
Immobilizer Indicator Light
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.......... 4-

15
Immobilizer Indicator Light (with smart key)
..................................................... 4-16
T

urn Signal Indicator Light
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........... 4-

16
Exterior Light Warning Light
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........ 4-

16
LED headlight warning light
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......... 4-

17
High Beam Indicator Light
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........... 4-

17
Light ON Indicator Light
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High Beam Assist indicator light
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.. 4-

17
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Warning Light
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18
Lane Keep Assist Indicator Light........................................................................\
..4-18
4. Instrument Cluster

Instrument Cluster
4-22
Wiper
OAD048579N
This indicator displays which wiper speed
is selected using the wiper control.
Heated Steering Wheel turned off (if
equipped)
This message is displayed if you turn off
the heated steering wheel.
For more details, refer to “Heated
Steering Wheel” in chapter 5.
Low fuel
This warning message is displayed if the
fuel tank is almost out of fuel.
When this message is displayed, the low
fuel level warning light in the cluster will
come on.
It is recommended to look for the nearest
fueling station and refuel as soon as
possible.
Engine Overheated (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed
when the engine coolant temperature
is above 248°F (120°C). This means that
the engine is overheated and may be
damaged.
If your vehicle is overheated, refer to
“Overheating” in chapter 8.
Check headlight (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if the
headlamps are not operating
properly.
In addition, if a specific lamp(turn signal
lamp etc.) is not operating properly, the
warning message according to a specific
lamp (turn signal lamp etc.) is displayed.
A corresponding bulb may need to be
replaced.
Make sure to replace the burned out
bulb with a new one of the same wattage
rating.

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6-45
Driving in Flooded Areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no
higher than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly. Allow
adequate stopping distance because
brake performance may be reduced.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times while the vehicle is moving slowly.
Highway Driving
Tires
Adjust the tire inflation, as specified.
Under-inflation may overheat or damage
the tires.
Do not install worn-out or damaged tires,
which may reduce traction or adversely
affect vehicle handling. This could lead
to sudden tire failure that may cause
loss of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
Information
Never over-inflate your tires above the
maximum inflation pressure, as specified
on your tires.
Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil
Driving at higher speeds on the highway
consumes more fuel and is less efficient
than driving at a slower, more moderate
speed. Maintain a moderate speed in
order to conserve fuel when driving on
the highway.
Be sure to check both the engine coolant
level and the engine oil before driving.
Drive belt
A loose or damaged drive belt may
overheat the engine.

06
6-47
WARNING
The use of tire chains may adversely
affect vehicle handling:
• Drive less than 20 mph (30 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer's
recommended speed limit,
whichever is lower.
• Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, sharp turns, and other road
hazards, which may cause the
vehicle to bounce.
• Avoid sharp turns or locked wheel
braking.
Information
• Install tire chains on both left and right
front tires. It should be noted that
installing tire chains on the tires will
provide a greater driving force, but will
not prevent side skids.
• Do not install studded tires without
first checking local, state and municipal
regulations for possible restrictions
against their use.
Chain installation
When installing tire chains, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and mount
them as tightly possible. Drive slowly
(less than 20 mph (30 km/h)) with
chains installed. If you hear the chains
contacting the body or chassis, stop and
tighten them. If they still make contact,
slow down until the noise stops. Remove
the tire chains as soon as you begin
driving on cleared roads.
When mounting snow chains, park the
vehicle on level ground away from traffic.
Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning
Flasher and place a triangular emergency
warning device behind the vehicle (if
available). Always place the vehicle in P
(Park), apply the parking brake and turn
off the engine before installing snow
chains.
NOTICE
When using tire chains:
• Wrong size chains or improperly
installed chains can damage your
vehicle's brake lines, suspension,
body and wheels.
• Use SAE "S" class or wire chains.
• If you hear noise caused by chains
contacting the body, retighten the
chain to prevent contact with the
vehicle body.
• To prevent body damage, retighten
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6 miles
(0.5~1.0 km).
• Do not use tire chains on vehicles
equipped with aluminum wheels. If
unavoidable, use a wire type chain.
• Use wire chains less than 0.59 inch
(15mm) wide to prevent damage to
the chain’s connection.
Winter Precautions
Use high quality ethylene glycol
coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the
cooling system. It is the only type of
coolant that should be used because it
helps prevent corrosion in the cooling
system, lubricates the water pump and
prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or
replenish your coolant in accordance
with the maintenance schedule in
chapter 8. Before winter, have your
coolant tested to assure that its freezing
point is sufficient for the temperatures
anticipated during the winter.

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Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that
a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be
used during cold weather. See chapter 8
for recommendations. If you aren't sure
what weight oil you should use, consult
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the
battery system. Visually inspect the
battery and cables as described in
chapter 8. The level of charge in your
battery can be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or a service station.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in
chapter 8 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and
components to be sure they are not
cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
Use approved window washer anti-
freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the
container. Window washer anti-freeze is
available from an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer and most auto parts outlets. Do
not use engine coolant or other types
of antifreeze as these may damage the
paint finish.
Do not let your parking brake freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when
there is an accumulation of snow or
ice around or near the rear brakes or
if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk
the parking brake may freeze, apply
it only temporarily while you put the
gear selector lever in P and block the
rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then
release the parking brake.
Do not let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and
interfere with the steering. When driving
in severe winter conditions where this
may happen, you should periodically
check underneath the car to be sure the
movement of the front wheels and the
steering components is not obstructed.
Don't place foreign objects
or materials in the engine
compartment
Placement of foreign object or materials
which prevent cooling of the engine, in
the engine compartment, may cause a
failure or combustion. The manufacturer
is not responsible for the damage caused
by such placement.
To keep locks from freezing
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt
an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine
into the key opening. If a lock is covered
with ice, squirt it with an approved de-
icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock
is frozen internally, you may be able to
thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle
the heated key with care to avoid injury.
While Driving

08
8 -7
6. If you cannot find the cause of the
overheating, wait until the engine
temperature has returned to normal.
Then, if coolant has been lost,
carefully add coolant to the reservoir
to bring the fluid level in the reservoir
up to the halfway mark.
7.
Proceed with caution, k

eeping alert
for further signs of overheating.
If overheating happens again,
we recommend that you call an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
assistance.NOTICE
• Serious loss of coolant indicates a
leak in the cooling system and we
recommend the system be checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
• When the engine overheats from
low engine coolant, suddenly adding
engine coolant may cause cracks
in the engine. To prevent damage,
add engine coolant slowly in small
quantities.

Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
............9-3
Main tenance Services
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........... 9-4
Owner’s Responsibility ........................................................................\
.................... 9-4
Owner Maint enance Precautions ........................................................................\
.... 9-4
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.............. 9-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
........9-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................................................9 -7Normal Maintenance Schedule (Smartstream G2.0 Atkinson) .............................9-8
Maint enance Under Severe Usage Conditions ..................................................... 9-
11
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ...........................................9-13
E ngine Oil
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.............................. 9-

15
Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................\
........9-15
Checking the E ngine Oil and Filter ........................................................................\
9-
15
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
.....................9-16Checking the Engine Coolant Level .......................................................................9- 16
Changing Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
............... 9-
17
Brake fluid ........................................................................\
............................9-18Checking the brake fluid level ........................................................................\
........9-18
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
......................... 9-19Checking the Washer Fluid Level ........................................................................\
...9-19
Parking brake ........................................................................\
....................... 9-19Checking the parking brake ........................................................................\
...........9-19
Air cleaner ........................................................................\
............................ 9-20Filter replacement ........................................................................\
..........................9-20
CABIN Air Filter ........................................................................\
.....................9-21
Filt er Inspection
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.................... 9-

21
Filter replacement ........................................................................\
...........................9-21
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
........................9-22Blade Inspection ........................................................................\
............................ 9-22
Blade R eplacement ........................................................................\
........................ 9-
22
Battery ........................................................................\
..................................9-2 4
For Best Battery Service ........................................................................\
................9-25
Ba ttery capacity label ........................................................................\
.................... 9-
25
Battery Recharging
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Reset items
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26
Maintenance
9. Maintenance
9

09
9-5
WARNING
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or
the proper tools and equipment to do
the work, have it done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
ALWAYS follow these precautions for
performing maintenance work:
• Park your vehicle on level ground,
move the shift button into the P
(Park) position, place the ignition
switch in the LOCK/OFF position.
• Block the tires (front and back) to
prevent the vehicle from moving.
Remove loose clothing or jewelry
that can become entangled in
moving parts.
• If you must run the engine during
maintenance, do so out doors or in
an area with plenty of ventilation.
• Keep flames, sparks, or smoking
materials away from the battery and
fuel-related parts. The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed
by the owner or an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer at the frequencies indicated to
help ensure safe, dependable operation
of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your dealer as
soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance vehicle
checks are generally not covered by
warranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.
Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
•
Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
• Check the for low or under-inflated
tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your engine
coolant level when the engine is hot.
This may result in coolant being blown
out of the opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
ownEr maintEnanCE

Maintenance
9-6
While operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any increased
steering effort or looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
traveling on smooth, level road.
• When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission occurs,
check the transmission fluid level.
• Check the intelligent variable
transmission P (Park) function.
• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the brake lights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires that
are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged.
• Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Autumn)
• Check radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
• Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer a fluid.
• Check headlamp alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields
and clamps.
• Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
• Clean body and door drain holes.
• Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
• Lubricate door checker.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate intelligent
variable transmission linkage and
controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.

Maintenance
9-14
Engine Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Intelligent variable transmission
fluid (if equipped)
Intelligent variable transmission fluid
should not be checked under normal
usage conditions.
We recommend that the Intelligent
variable transmission fluid is changed by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer according
to the maintenance schedule.
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between the MIN and the MAX marks
on the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT
4 specification.
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake pedal and
cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and
Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for
fluid leakage.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the engine
off, check for excessive freeplay in the
steering wheel. Check the linkage for
bends or damage. Check the dust boots
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks,
or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.