coolant level Hyundai Kona 2018 Owner's Manual

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Convenient features of your vehicle
Heated Steering Wheel turnedoff (if equipped)
This message is displayed if you turn
off the heated steering wheel.
For more details, refer to “Heated
Steering Wheel” in this chapter.
Low washer fluid (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed
if the washer fluid level in the reser-
voir is nearly empty.
Have the washer fluid reservoir refilled.
Low fuel
This warning message is displayed ifthe fuel tank is almost out of fuel.
When this message is displayed, the
low fuel level warning light in thecluster will come on.
It is recommended to look for the nearest fueling station and refuel as
soon as possible.
Add fuel as soon as possible.
Engine has overheated (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is above 120°C (248°F). This
means that the engine is overheated
and may be damaged.
If your vehicle is overheated, refer
to “Overheating” in chapter 6.
Check headlight (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if
the headlamps are not operating
properly. A headlamp bulb may needto be replaced.
Information
Make sure to replace the burned out
bulb with a new one of the same wattage
rating.
Check High Beam Assist (HBA) system (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if
there is a problem with the High
Beam Assist (HBA) System. We rec-
ommend that you have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
For more information, refer to
“High Beam Assist (HBA) System”
in chapter 3.
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Driving your vehicle
If you believe your brakes may bewet, apply them lightly while driv-
ing until normal braking operation
returns.
Hydroplaning
If the road is wet enough and you are
going fast enough, your vehicle may
have little or no contact with the road
surface and actually ride on the
water. The best advice is SLOW
DOWN when the road is wet.
The risk of hydroplaning increas- es as the depth of tire tread
decreases, refer to "Tire Tread" in
chapter 7.
Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is nohigher than the bottom of the wheel
hub. Drive through any water slowly.
Allow adequate stopping distance
because brake performance may bereduced.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them sev-
eral 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
fail the braking operation.
Information
Never over-inflate your tires above the
maximum inflation pressure, as speci-
fied on your tires.
Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil
Driving at higher speeds on the high-
way 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.
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Driving your vehicle
When using tire chains:
Wrong size chains or improperlyinstalled chains can damage
your vehicle's brake lines, sus-
pension, 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, retight- en the chains after driving 0.5~1.0km (0.3~0.6 miles).
Do not use tire chains on vehi- cles equipped with aluminum
wheels. If unavoidable, use a
wire type chain.
Use wire chains less than 12 mm (0.47 in) 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 ofcoolant that should be used because
it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-
ing system, lubricates the water
pump and prevents freezing. Be sure
to replace or replenish your coolantin accordance with the maintenance
schedule in chapter 7. Before winter,
have your coolant tested to assure
that its freezing point is sufficient for
the temperatures anticipated during
the winter.
Check battery and cables
Winter temperatures affect battery
performance. Inspect the battery
and cables, as specified in the
chapter 7. The battery charging level
can be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or in a service sta-tion. Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some regions during winter, it is recommended to use the "winter
weight" oil with lower viscosity. For
further information, refer to the chap-
ter 8. When you are not sure about a
type of winter weight oil, consult an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition system
Inspect the spark plugs, as speci-
fied in the chapter 7.
If necessary,
replace them. Also check all ignition
wirings and components for any
cracks, wear-out, and damage.
To prevent locks from freezing
To prevent the locks from being
frozen, spray approved de-icing fluid
or glycerin into key holes. When a
lock opening is already covered with
ice, spray approved de-icing fluid
over the ice to remove it. When an
internal part of a lock freezes, try to
thaw it with a heated key. Carefully
use the heated key to avoid an injury.
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What to do in an emergency
6
6. If you cannot find the cause of theoverheating, wait until the engine
temperature has returned to nor-
mal. Then, if coolant has beenlost, carefully add coolant to the
reservoir to bring the fluid level in
the reservoir up to the halfway
mark.
7. Proceed with caution, keeping alert for further signs of overheat-
ing. If overheating happens again,
we recommend that you call an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
assistance. (1) Low tire pressure telltale /
TPMS malfunction indicator
Each tire, including the spare (if pro-
vided), should be checked monthlywhen cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehi-
cle manufacturer on the vehicle plac-
ard or tire inflation pressure label. (If
your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
sure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires.) As an added safety feature, your
vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure
telltale when one or more of yourtires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pres-
sure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-cantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle's handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver’s responsi-bility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumina-
tion of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Serious loss of coolant indi- cates a leak in the coolingsystem and we recommend
the system be checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
When the engine overheats
from low engine coolant, sud-
denly adding engine coolant
may cause cracks in the
engine. To prevent damage,
add engine coolant slowly insmall quantities.
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7
Maintenance
7
Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4Owner's responsibility ......................................................7-4
Owner maintenance precautions ..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5 Owner maintenance schedule ........................................7-5
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7 Normal Maintenance Schedule
(Gasoline Engine, for Europe) ........................................7-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage
and Low Mileage Conditions
(Gasoline Engine, for Europe)......................................7-11Normal Maintenance Schedule
(Gasoline Engine, except Europe) ...............................7-13
Maintenance Under Severe Usage
and Low Mileage Conditions
(Gasoline Engine, except Europe) ...............................7-17
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-19
Engine oil ..............................................................7-21 Checking the engine oil level (Gasoline engine) .....7-21
Checking the engine oil and filter ..............................7-23 Engine coolant......................................................7-23
Checking the engine coolant level..............................7-23
Changing the engine coolant .......................................7-25
Brake/clutch fluid ................................................7-26 Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................7-26
Washer fluid .........................................................7-27 Checking the washer fluid level ..................................7-27
Parking brake .......................................................7-27 Checking the parking brake .........................................7-27
Air cleaner ............................................................7-28 Filter replacement ...........................................................7-28
Climate control air filter .....................................7-29 Filter inspection ...............................................................7-29
Filter replacement ...........................................................7-29
Wiper blades .........................................................7-30 Blade inspection ..............................................................7-30
Blade replacement ..........................................................7-30
Battery...................................................................7-32 For best battery service................................................7-33
Battery capacity label ....................................................7-34
Battery recharging .........................................................7-34
Reset items .......................................................................7-35
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7
Maintenance
OOWW NNEERR MM AAIINN TTEENN AANN CCEE
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe, depend-
able 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 for low or under-inflated tires.
Performing maintenance work
on a vehicle can be dangerous.
If you lack sufficient knowledge
and experience or the propertools and equipment to do the
work, we
recommend that the
system be serviced by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer. ALWAYS
follow these precautions for
performing maintenance work:
Park your vehicle on level
ground, move the shift lever
into the P (Park, for dual
clutch transmission vehicle)
position or neutral (for manu-
al transmission vehicle) posi-
tion, apply the parking brake,
and place the ignition switchin the LOCK/ OFF position.
Block the tires (front and back)
to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
Remove loose clothing or jew-
elry that can become entan-
gled in moving parts.
WARNING If you must run the engine
during maintenance, do so
out doors or in an area withplenty of ventilation.
Keep flames, sparks, or smok-
ing materials away from the
battery and fuel-related parts.
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of theopening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
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Maintenance
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound ofthe 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 loose-
ness 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 dual clutch 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 enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, 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 condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with a clean cloth damp-
ened with washer 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 hoodhinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate dual clutch transmission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

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7
Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gasoline Engine, for Europe) (Cont.)
Months24487296120144168192
Miles x 1,00020406080100120140160
Km x 1,000306090120150180210240
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsIIII
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day.
At first, inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant * 5At first, replace at 210,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years :
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months * 6
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Parking brakeIIIIIIII
Brake/clutch fluidRRRRRRRR
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 5
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
* 6
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.

Maintenance
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Months1224364860728496
Miles x 1,0001020304050607080
Km x 1,000153045607590105120
Spark plugsT-GDIReplace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles) *5
or 60 months
Vapor hose and fuel filler capII
Fuel tank air filterII
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsII
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day.
At first, inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant * 6At first, replace at 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months :
after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * 5
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gasoline Engine, except Europe) (Cont.)
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 5
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
* 6
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage. For your convenience, it can be
replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.

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Maintenance
Air cleaner filter
We recommend that the air cleaner
filter be replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Spark plugs
(for Gasoline Engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
Valve clearance
(for Gasoline Engine)
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if neces-
sary. We recommend that the system
be serviced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Cooling system
Check the cooling system parts,
such as radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage
and damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
Engine coolant
The coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
Inspect the manual transmission fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately.
Brake/Clutch fluid (if equipped)
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in
the brake fluid reservoir. The level
should be between “MIN” and “MAX”
marks on the side of the reservoir.
Use only hydraulic brake fluid con-
forming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifi-cation.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake lever and
cables.
Do not disconnect and inspectspark plugs when the engine is
hot. You may burn yourself.
WARNING