coolant level Hyundai Matrix 2005 Owner's Guide

5VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. F070G02A-AAT
o Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brakefluid reservoir. The level should be between "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. Use onlyhydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4.
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o Rear Brake Drums and
Linings, Parking Brake
Check the rear brake drums and lin-
ings for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts, and excessive wear. In- spect the parking brake system in- cluding the parking brake lever andcables. For detailed service proce- dures, refer to the Shop Manual.
F070D01A-AAT o Manual Transaxle Oil Inspect the manual transaxle oil ac- cording to the maintenance schedule. NOTE: If the oil level is low, check for possible leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill. F070E06A-AAT
o Automatic Transaxle Fluid
The fluid level should be in the "HOT"range of the dipstick, after the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. Check the automatictransaxle fluid level with the engine running and the transaxle in neutral, with the parking brake properly ap-plied. Use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands approved byHyundai Motor Co., when adding or changing fluid. Using the wrong ATF may result in damage to the ATM.
F070C01A-AAT o Engine Coolant The coolant should be changed at the intervals specified in the mainte- nance schedule.

Engine Compartment ................................................... 6-2
General Checks ........................................................... 6-5
Checking the Engine Oil .............................................. 6-6
Changing the Oil and Filter ......................................... 6-9
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ...........6-12
Spark Plugs ................................................................ 6-15
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ................................ 6-17
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) ....................... 6-19
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic) ................ 6-20
Checking the Brakes ................................................. 6-22
Checking the Clutch Fluid ......................................... 6-24
Air Conditioning Care ................................................ 6-25
Changing the Air Conditioner Filter
(In Front of Blower Unit) .......................................... 6-26
Checking Drive Belts ................................................. 6-28
Checking and Replacing Fuses ................................ 6-29
Checking The Battery ................................................ 6-31
Checking The Eclectric Cooling Fans ....................... 6-32
Power Steering Fluid Level ....................................... 6-32
Headlight Aiming Adjustment .................................... 6-35
Replacing headlight Bulbs ......................................... 6-36
Bulb Wattage ............................................................. 6-38
Fuse Panel Description ............................................. 6-39
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1. Air filter element
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid
reservoir
4. Auto fuel cut switch 5. Relay box
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil level dipstick
8. Engine cover
9. Engine coolant reservoir10.Radiator cap
11.Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If installed)
12.Battery
13.Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap HFC5001
G010B01FC-GAT Gasoline Engine (1.6 DOHC)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully sothat the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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Gasoline Engine(1.8 DOHC)
HFC003
1. Air filter element
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid reservoir
4. Auto fuel cut switch 5. Relay box
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil level dipstick
8. Engine cover
9. Engine coolant reservoir10.Radiator cap
11.Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If installed)
12.Battery
13.Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-ing the engine, you should handle tools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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1. Air filter element
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluidreservoir
4. Fuel filter 5. Relay box
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil level dipstick
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Radiator cap
10.Battery
11.Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap G010E02FC
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Diesel Engine (1.5 CRDi)
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you shouldhandle tools and otherheavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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5GENERAL CHECKS
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Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regu- larly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition o Defroster, heating system opera-
tion (and air conditioning, if in- stalled)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, includ-
ing clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, in- cluding "PARK" mechanism opera-tion
o Seat control condition and opera-
tion
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sunvisor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to be functioning incorrectly, inspect it care- fully and seek assistance from yourHyundai dealer if service is needed.
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Vehicle Exterior
The following should be checked
monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut
torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition (including spare tire)
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Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each
time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation

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9CHANGING THE OIL AND FILTER
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Gasoline engine
The engine oil and filter should be changed at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Sec-tion 5. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oil and filter changes are required. G040A03EThe procedure for changing the oil
and filter is as follows:
1. Park the car on level ground and
set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolant temperaturegauge moves above the lowest mark. Turn the engine off and place the gear selector lever in "P" (auto-matic) or reverse gear (manual transaxle).
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil filler cap.
3. Slide underneath the car and loosen the oil pan drain plug by turning itcounterclockwise with a wrench of the proper size. Be sure that adrain pan is in position to catch the oil as it drains out, then remove the drain plug.
WARNING:
Be very careful when draining the
engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you! 4. When the oil has stopped draining,
replace the drain plug using a new washer and retighten by turning it clockwise. Oil pan drain plug tightening torque :
Oil filler cap
Drain plug
Oil filler F040A02TB
1.6 DOHC
1.8 DOHC
1.6 DOHC 1.8 DOHC 4.0 ~ 4.5 3.5 ~ 4.5
E.CExcept E.C
4.0 ~ 4.5 kgf.m
5. Remove the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise with a oil filter wrench of the proper size. A cer-tain amount of oil will come out when you remove the filter. So be sure to have your drain pan inplace underneath it.
6. Install a new oil filter in accordance with the instructions on the cartonor on the filter itself. Do not over- tighten. Oil filter tightening torque: 1.2~1.6kgf.m
Oil filler cap
Drain plug
Oil filler

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CAUTION:
Slowly pour the recommended oil using by a funnel. Do not overfillnot to damage engine.
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NOTE: Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally acceptablemanner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed container and taken to a service station for maybereclaimation. Do not pour the oil on the ground or put it in with the household trash.
Be sure that the mounting surfaceon the engine is clean and that theold gasket is removed completely. Lubricate the new gasket on the filter with clean engine oil beforeinstallation.
7. Remove the engine oil level dip- stick.
8. Refill the crankcase with the rec-
ommended engine oil. Refer tothe specification in chapter 9 for engine oil capacity.
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9. Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter.
10.Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level. WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irrita-
tion or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolongedperiods of time. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible afterhandling used oil. G040B04FC-GAT
Diesel Engine
Oil filter
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Oil filler cap
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Sec- tion 5. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oiland filter changes are required.
The procedure for changing the oil
and filter is as follows:
1. Park the car on level ground and
set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolant temperature gauge moves above the lowestmark.

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CHECKING AND CHANGING THE ENGINE COOLANT
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Recommended Engine Coolant
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WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot. When the engine is hot, the engine coolant is under pressure and may eruptthrough the opening if the cap is removed. You could be seriously burned if you do not observe thisprecaution. Do not remove the radiator cap until the radiator is cool to the touch.
G050B02FC
Gasoline engine
Diesel engine
Use a high quality ethylene-glycol
coolant in a 50/50 mix with water.
10.Start the engine and check to be
sure no oil is leaking from thedrain plug or oil filter.
11.Shut off the engine and recheck
the oil level.
NOTE:
o It is recommended that the en- gine oil and filter should be changed by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
o Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally accept-able manner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed container and taken to a service station formaybe reclaimation. Do not pour the oil on the ground or put it into the household trash.
WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irrita- tion or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolongedperiods of time. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible afterhandling used oil.

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Water
65% 60%50%40%
35%40%50%60%
The engine coolant should be com- patible with aluminum engine parts.Additional corrosion inhibitors or addi- tives should not be used. The cooling system must be maintained with thecorrect concentration and type of en- gine coolant to prevent freezing and corrosion. Never allow the concentra-tion of antifreeze to exceed the 60% level or go below the 35% level, or damage to the cooling system mayresult. For proper concentration when adding or replacing the engine cool- ant, refer to the following table. G050C01A-GAT
To Check the Coolant Level The level of the coolant should bebetween the "L" and "F" lines on thereservoir when the engine is cold. If the level is below the "L" mark, add engine coolant to bring it up between"L" and "F". If the level is low, inspect for coolant leaks and recheck the fluid level frequently. If the level dropsagain, visit your Hyundai dealer for an inspection and diagnosis of the rea- son.
G050C01FC
G050C02FC
Gasoline engine
Diesel engine
Ambient
temperature °C ( °F)-15 (5)
-25 (-13) -35 (-31)-45 (-49) Engine coolant concentration
Antifreezesolution
The coolant level can be seen on the
side of the plastic coolant reservoir.