checking oil Hyundai Getz 2003 Owner's Manual

6. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Engine compartment ...................................................................... 6-2
General checks ................................................................................ 6-6
Checking the engine oil .................................................................... 6-7
Changing the oil and filter ................................................................. 6-9
Checking and changing the engine coolant .................................... 6-13
Spark plugs .................................................................................... 6-15
Changing the air cleaner filter ......................................................... 6-17
Checking the transaxle oil (Manual) ............................................... 6-18
Checking the transaxle fluid (Automatic) ....................................... 6-19
Checking the brakes ...................................................................... 6-21
Air conditioning care ....................................................................... 6-22
Checking drive belts ...................................................................... 6-25
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................................ 6-26
Power steering fluid level ............................................................... 6-30
Replacement of bulbs .................................................................... 6-32
Fuse panel description ................................................................... 6-38
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G030A01FC-GAT CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL Gasoline EngineRecommended Oil Engine oil is essential to the perfor- mance and service of the engine. It is suggested that you check the oil levelat least once a week in normal use and more often if you are on a trip or driving in severe conditions. SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel efficient oil is recommended. NOTE: SAE 5W-20 is not recommended for sustained high speed vehicle op-eration.
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G030B02TB-GAT CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL Diesel EngineRecommended Oil Engine oil is essential to the perfor- mance and service of the engine. It is suggested that you check the oil level every 500km or before starting a longtrip and more often if you are driving in severe conditions. The engine oil quality should meet the following classification: API class: CF-4 or ABOVE ACEA class: B4 or ABOVE NOTE: SAE 0W-30 oil is for extra cold zone and to be restricted by driving con- dition and dealing area. (Especially,not recommended for sustained high loaded and high speed opera- tion.)

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G030C01FC-GAT To Check the Oil Level Gasoline engine G030D02A-GAT Adding Oil Gasoline engine
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HTB167A Before checking the oil, warm up the engine to normal operating tempera- ture and be sure your car is parked onlevel ground. Turn the engine off. Wait about five minutes (gasoline en- gine) /Wait about two minutes (diesel engine), then remove the dipstick, wipe it off, fully reinsert the dipstick andwithdraw it again. Then note the high- est level the oil has reached on the dipstick. It should be between the up-per ("FULL") and lower ("LOW") range.
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HTB169A
Diesel engine
Diesel engine

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G100A03A-GAT CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL (MANUAL)
G090A01A-GAT FILLING THE WASHER RESER- VOIR The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the windshield washer system. A good quality washer fluid should beused to fill the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be checked more frequently during bad weather or when-ever the washer system is in more frequent use. The capacity of the washer reservoir is3.0 liters (3.2 U.S. quarts). CAUTION:
o Radiator antifreeze (engine cool- ant) should not be used in thewasher system because it will damage the car's finish.
o The washer lever should not be pulled and the washer shouldnot be operated if the washer reservoir is empty. This can dam-age the washer fluid pump.
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Drain plug
Filler plug
Transaxle lubricant in the manual transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main-tenance schedule in Section 5. Recommended Oil Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4) in the manual transaxle. Manual Transaxle Oil Capacity The oil capacity of the manual transaxle is 2.15 liters.
WARNING:
It is always better to check thetransaxle oil level when the engine is cool or cold. If the engine is hot, you should exercise great cautionto avoid burning yourself on hot engine or exhaust parts.
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G100B02A-AAT To Check the Maunal Transaxle Fluid Level
G110A01A-AAT CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE FLUID (AUTOMATIC) Transaxle fluid in the automatic transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle main-tenance schedule in Section 5. G110B03A-AAT Recommended Fluid Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with DIA-
MOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III. Damage caused by a nonspecifiedfluid is not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty.G110C01TB-GAT Transaxle Fluid Capacity The fluid capacity of the automatic transaxle is 6.1 liters.
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Park the car on level ground with the engine off.
1. Using a wrench of the correct size, loosen the oil filler plug by turning it counterclockwise and remove it with your fingers.
2. Use your finger or suitable tool to feel inside the hole. The oil levelshould be at its bottom edge. If it is not, check for leaks before addingoil. To refill the transaxle or bring the oil level up,add oil slowly until it reaches the proper level. Do notoverfill. 3. Replace the plug and washer, screw
it in with your fingers and then tightensecurely with the wrench.
WARNING:
The transaxle fluid level should bechecked when the engine is at nor-mal operating temperature. This means that the engine, radiator, exhaust system etc., are very hot.Exercise great care not to burn your- self during this procedure.
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o If battery fluid is on your skin, flush
the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes and then seekmedical assistance.
o If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse
out your eyes with water and getmedical assistance as soon as pos- sible. While you are being driven to get medical assistance, continue torinse your eyes by using a sponge or soft cloth saturated with water.
o If you swallow battery fluid, drink a large quantity of water or milk fol-lowed by milk of magnesia, eat a raw egg or drink vegetable oil. Getmedical assistance as soon as pos- sible.
While batteries are being charged (ei-ther by a battery charger or by the vehicle's alternator), they produce ex-plosive gases. Always observe these warnings to prevent injuries from oc- curring:
o Charge batteries only in a well ven- tilated area.
o Do not permit flames, sparks or smoking in the area.
o Keep children away from the area. G220B01A-AAT Checking Engine Cooling Fan The engine coolant fan should come on automatically if the engine coolanttemperature is high. G220C01TB-AAT Checking Condenser Cooling Fan When the air conditioning is in opera- tion, the condenser cooling fan comes on automatically to be controlled by ECU.
G210B01A-AAT Checking the Battery Keep the battery clean. Any evidence of corrosion around the battery postsor terminals should be removed using a solution of household baking soda and warm water. After the battery ter-minals are dry, cover them with a light coating of grease. G220A01A-AAT CHECKING ELECTRIC COOL- ING FANS
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by engine coolant temperature andmay sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Use ex- treme caution when working nearthe blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not injured by a rotat- ing fan blade. As the engine cool-ant temperature decreases the fan will automatically shut off. This is a normal condition.
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INDEX 10- 5
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Parking Brake ........................................................... 1-67
Power Steering Fluid Level ....................................... 6-30
Power Windows ........................................................ 1-12 R
Rear Seat .................................................................. 1-15
Rear Window Defroster Switch ................................ 1-56 S Seat
Front ....................................................................... 1-13
Seatback Holder ....................................................... 1-70
Seat Pocket .............................................................. 1-70
Seat Warmer ............................................................. 1-19 Seat Belts 3-Point system ....................................................... 1-22
Adjustable height .................................................... 1-22
Adjusting your seat belt ......................................... 1-23
Care of seat belts .................................................. 1-21
Precautions ............................................................ 1-20
Spark Plugs ............................................................... 6-15
Spectacle Case ......................................................... 1-63
Speedometer ............................................................. 1-49
Starting ........................................................................ 2-5
Steering Wheel Freeplay .......................................... 6-24
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ......................................... 1-74 Stereo Radio Operation (K210/K220, K240, H280, HMP280)
................................................. 1-86, 1-91, 1-96, 1-105 Stereo Sound System ............................................... 1-84
Sun Visor .................................................................. 1-73
Sunroof ...................................................................... 1-60 T
Tachometer ............................................................... 1-49
Tail gate .................................................................... 1-69
Theft-Alarm system ..................................................... 1-9 Tires
Balancing .................................................................. 8-5
Chains ...................................................................... 8-4
If you have a flat tire ............................................... 3-6
Information ............................................................... 8-3
Pressure ................................................................... 8-3
Replacement ............................................................ 8-7
Rotation .................................................................... 8-5
Snow tires ................................................................ 8-4
Spare tire ................................................................. 3-5
Traction .................................................................... 8-5
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) ............................................... 2-18
Emergency ............................................................. 3-13
If your car must be towed ..................................... 3-11
Trailer or Vehicle towing ........................................... 2-18Transaxle Automatic ................................................................. 2-9
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ........................ 6-19
Manual ..................................................................... 2-7
Manual transaxle Oil checking ............................... 6-18
Trip Computer ........................................................... 1-51
Trip Odometer ........................................................... 1-50

6. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Engine compartment ........................................................................ 6-2
Daily operating checks ..................................................................... 6-6
Engine oil .......................................................................................... 6-6
Engine and filter Replacement ......................................................... 6-9
Engine coolant Checking and Replacing .......................................6-10
Spark plug Replacement ................................................................ 6-13
Changing the air cleaner filter ......................................................... 6-14
Manual Transaxle Lubricant........................................................... 6-15
Automatic Transaxle fluid ............................................................... 6-16
Brake System Checking ................................................................ 6-18
Air conditioning System .................................................................. 6-19
Drive belts ...................................................................................... 6-23
Individual Circuit Fuses .................................................................. 6-24
Power steering fluid level ............................................................... 6-26
Replacing Light Bulbs .................................................................... 6-28
Fuse panel description ................................................................... 6-34
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G030B01TB
NOTE: The use of a 5W-20 multi grade oil is not recommended for sustained high speed use.
2. Diesel engine The engine oil quality should meet the following classification: API class: CF-4 or ABOVE ACEA class: B4 or ABOVE NOTE: SAE 0W-30 oil is for extra cold zone and to be restricted by driving condi-tion and dealing area. (Especially, not recommended for sustained high loaded and high speed operation.) SG030C1-E Engine Oil Level Gasoline engine
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HTB167A
Diesel engine The engine oil level should be checked with the engine at normal operating temperature and the vehicle parkedupon level ground. Prior to checking the level, the vehicle should be allowed to stand for severalminutes after the engine has been switched off to allow the oil to drain back to the sump.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag. Replace the dipstick fully and withdraw again when the oil levelmay be read from the stick. Normal oil level is indicated when the oil is present between the two marks on the stick. Itis not necessary to add oil if the level is above the lower mark and in any case, oil must not be added to the degree thatthe level exceeds the upper mark. Re- place the dipstick fully after checking the level.

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Petrol engine
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HTB169A
Diesel engine
G030D01TB-EAT ENGINE OIL REPLENISHMENT
If the indicated oil level is at or below the lower mark of the dipstick, oil should be added until the level is at or below the upper mark.To add oil to the engine, remove the filler cap by rotating in an counterclock- wise direction and pour engine oil intothe engine. Before checking the level again, allow several minutes for the oil to drain into the sump. Replace the oilfiller cap rotating it in a clockwise direc- tion until tight. The quantity of oil required to raise thelevel from the minimum to maximum level is approximately 1.2 litre.ZG030E1-E ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION Function of engine oil Engine oil has the primary function of lubricating and cooling the inside of the engine. Engine oil consumption It is normal that an engine should con- sume some engine oil while normal driving. The cause of oil consumption in a normal engine are as follows;
o Engine oil is used to lubricate pis-
tons, piston rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a piston moves down- wards in the cylinder. High negativepressure generated during engine operation sucks some of the oil into the combustion chamber.This oil with some oil of the cylinder wall is burned by the high tempera- ture combustion gases during thecombustion process.
o The engine oil consumption is strongly
effected by the viscosity and qualityof oil, engine rpm and driving condi- tion etc.