power steering Hyundai Sonata 2004 User Guide

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6- 21
G250A01A-AATFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
YOUR HYUNDAI
If you desire additional information about main-
taining and servicing your Hyundai, you may
purchase a factory Shop Manual at your Hyundai
dealer's parts department. This is the same
manual used by dealership technicians and
while it is highly technical it can be useful in
obtaining a better understanding of your car and
how it works.
G240A01A-AATPOWER STEERING HOSES
It is suggested that you check the power steer-
ing hose connections for fluid leakage at regular
intervals. The power steering hoses should be
replaced if there is severe surface cracking,
scuffing or worn spots. Deterioration of the hose
could cause premature failure. Recommended Fluid
Use PSF-3 type fluid
NOTE:Do not start the engine when the power
steering oil reservoir is empty.
G260A02A-AATREPLACING HEADLIGHT BULBS
Before attempting to replace a headlight bulb, be
sure the switch is turned to the "OFF" position.
The next paragraph shows how to reach head-
light bulbs so they may be changed. Be sure to
replace the burned-out bulb with one of the
same number and wattage rating.
!CAUTION:Keep the lamps out of contact with petro-
leum products such as oil, gasoline etc.
G270A03Y-AAT
Headlight Bulb
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Always grasp the bulb by its plastic base,
avoid touching the glass.
G270A03Y
HEF-224
HEF-228
3. Turn the plastic cover counterclockwise
and remove it. High Beam
Low Beam
High BeamLow Beam
Turn signal Light

9- 2 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
J060A01Y-AAT
FUEL SYSTEM
J050A02Y-AATBRAKE
J040A03Y-AATELECTRICAL
J030A05Y-AATTIRE
J020A01Y-AAT
POWER STEERING
J010A03Y-AATMEASUREMENT
186.9 in. (4747 mm)
71.7 in. (1820 mm)
55.9 in. (1422 mm)
106.3 in. (2700 mm)
60.6 in. (1540 mm)
60.2 in. (1530 mm) Overall length
Overall width
Overall height (unladen)
Wheel base
Wheel tread
Front
Rear
Type
Wheel free play
Rack stroke
Oil pump typeRack and pinion
0 ~ 1.18 in. (0 ~ 30 mm)
5.75 in. (146 mm)
5.6 in. (142 mm)
Vane type
Tire pressure
30 (207)
60 (414)Tire
Standard
Spare
Item
Battery
Generator2.4L
MF 60AH (12V)2.7L (V6)
MF 68 AH (12V)
95A (13.5 V)
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Solid disc
Disc type (with ABS)
Drum type (without ABS)
Cable operated on rear wheel Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
17.2 us.gal (14.3 lmp.gal, 65 liter)
psi (kpa)
Size
P205/65R15
P205/60R16
T125/70D15, T125/70R15Fuel tank capacity 15" tire
16" tire

9- 4 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
J080A09Y-AATLUBRICATION CHART
API SH, Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (ABOVE 32°F OR 0°C)
SG or Normal Climate:SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (ABOVE -10°F OR -23°C)
SG/CDCold Climate:SAE 5W-30 5W-40 (BELOW 100°F OR 38°C)
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4)
HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF, DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III
Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator
PSF-3 type fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 Equivalent Engine
TransaxleManual
Auto
Coolant
Power steering
Brakes and clutch fluid
Quantity (us.qts) (lmp.qts, liter)
2.2 (1.8, 2.1)
8.2 (6.9, 7.8)
0.95 (0.9)
As requiredItem
Oil & Coolant Standard2.4L 2.7L (V6)
Drain & refill;
Without oil filter :
4.2 (3.5, 4.0)
With oil filter :
4.5 (3.76, 4.3)Drain & refill;
Without oil filter :
4.45 (3.69, 4.2)
With oil filter :
4.77 (3.96, 4.5)
7.7 (6.4, 7.3)9.0 (7.6, 8.6)

10- 4 INDEX
K
Key ..................................................................................................... 1-3
If you lose your keys ...................................................................3-11
Positions......................................................................................... 2-3
M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ............................... 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions............................... 5-6
Scheduled maintenance................................................................ 5-4
Service requirements.................................................................... 5-2
Map lamp...........................................................................................1-49
Mirrors
Day-night inside rearview ............................................................1-52
Outside rear view .........................................................................1-50
O
Odometer..........................................................................................1-39
Outside rear view mirror heater .......................................................1-51
P
Parking Brake....................................................................................1-56
Passenger Presense Detection.......................................................1-31
Power Driver seat .............................................................................1-13
Power Outlet......................................................................................1-61
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................................6-20R
Radio (H240, H260, H290)........................................... 1-81, 1-86, 1-91
Rear Seat
Fold down.....................................................................................1-15
Rear View mirror ...............................................................................1-52
Rear Window Defroster Switch ........................................................1-44
Reporting Safety Defects ................................................................... 8-7
S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-10
Seat Belts
3-Point system.............................................................................1-18
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-20
Care of seat belts .........................................................................1-17
Precautions..................................................................................1-16
Shop Manual ........................................................................................ 8-5
Spark Plugs ......................................................................................... 6-9
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-38
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-4
Steering Wheel
Free play ......................................................................................6-16
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ..................................................................1-61
Stereo Radio Operation (H240, H260, H290) .............. 1-81, 1-86, 1-92
Stereo Sound System .......................................................................1-79
Sun Visor...........................................................................................1-60
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-47