Hyundai Tiburon 2003 Owner's Manual

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
9-1 Liter
55
9
J030A01GK-AATTIRE
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Ventilated disc
Solid Disc
Cable
9. VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
J010A01GK-AATMEASUREMENT
J060A01F-AAT
FUEL SYSTEM
Type
Wheel free play
Rack stroke
Oil pump typeRack and pinion
0 ~ 1.18 in.(0 ~ 30 mm)
5.20 in.(132 mm)
Vane type
205/55 R16, 215/45 R17 Type
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height (unladen)
Wheel base
Front
Rear
173(4395)
69.3(1760)
52.4(1330)
99.6(2530)
58.7(1490)
58.7(1490) Wheel tread in.(mm)
J020A01GK-AATPOWER STEERING
Fuel tank
capacityUS.gal
14.5Imp.gal
12
J050A01GK-GATBRAKE
Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
J035A01GK-GATSPARE TIRE
T125/70R 16 (Temporary) Standard
J040A02GK-GETELECTRICAL
Item
Battery
Alternator2.0L
MF 68AH
90A2.7L
MF 68AH
95A

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
9-2SPECIFICATION
0.039 ~ 0.043 in. (1.0 ~ 1.1 mm)2.7 L
2.7 6 Cylinder V6 DOHC
86.7 x 75
2,656
1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6
AUTO LASH
PFR5N-11
RC10YPB4
750 ± 100
BTDC 12° ± 10° 2.0 L
4-Cyl., In-line DOHC
82 x 93.5
1,975
1 - 3 - 4 - 2
0.0067 - 0.0091 in. (0.17 - 0.23 mm)
0.0098 - 0.0122 in. (0.25 - 0.31 mm)
PFR5N-11
RC10YPYP4
700 ± 100
BTDC 8° ± 5°
J070A02GK-AATENGINE
ITEMS
Engine Type
Bore x Stroke
Displacement (cc)
Firing order
Valve clearance
(Cold Engine : 20 ± 5°C)
Spark plug
Spark plug gap
Idle speed (RPM)
Ignition timing (Base)
Intake
Exhaust
NGK
CHAMPION

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
9-3 4.2(4.5)
J080A02GK-AAT
LUBRICATION CHART
Oil & Grease Standard
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/CD Cold Climate:SAE 5W-30 5W-40 (BELOW 95°F OR 35°C)
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4)
HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF, DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III
PSF-3
DOT 3 or DOT 4 equivalent
Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiatorItem
Engine Oil
Transaxle
Power Steering
Brake Fluid
CoolantQ'ty (us.qts.) (liter)
2.3 (2.15)
8.2 (7.8)
As required
As required
2.0L : 7.4 (7.0) 2.7L : 8.5 (8.0)
Manual
Auto
Engine Oil
Oil Pan
Oil Filter2.0L2.7L
3.7(3.55)(MAX)
2.7(2.6)(MIN)
0.23(0.3)4(3.85)
4.3(4.2)(MAX)
3.5(3.4)(MIN)

INDEX
10-1 Cassette Tape Player Operation (H250, H280) ....................... 1-64, 1-78
Catalytic Converter ..................................................................... 7-1 ~ 7-2
CD Auto Changer (H250, H260, H280) ............................ 1-66, 1-73, 1-82
Child Restraint System .............................................................. 1-14 ~ 1-17
Cigarette Lighter ................................................................................... 1-34
Clock .................................................................................................... 1-33
Clutch
Checking fluid .................................................................................. 6-11
Pedal free play ................................................................................. 6-13
Combination Light
Auto Light ......................................................................................... 1-31
Headlight flasher .............................................................................. 1-31
Headlight switch ............................................................................... 1-30
High-beam switch ............................................................................ 1-31
Lane change signal .......................................................................... 1-30
Turn signal operation ....................................................................... 1-30
Compact Disc Player Operation (H260, H280) ......................... 1-71, 1-80
Consumer Information ............................................................................ 8-4
Cooling Fans ........................................................................................ 6-16
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior ........................................................................... 4-3
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ............................................ 4-1
Washing and waxing .......................................................................... 4-2
Cruise Control .......................................................................... 1-44 ~ 1-45
D
Defrosting/Defogging ............................................................................ 1-51
Door
Central door lock ................................................................................ 1-4
Door locks .......................................................................................... 1-2
Front door edge warning light ........................................................... 1-40
Locking, unlocking front door with a key .......................................... 1-3
Drink Holder ......................................................................................... 1-34
ZK000A1-G
10. INDEX
A
Air Bag ....................................................................................... 1-18 ~ 1-23
Air Cleaner Filter .................................................................................... 6-8
Air Conditioning
Care .....................................................................................................6-12
Operation .............................................................................................6-12
Switch ............................................................................................... 1-50
Air Filter ................................................................................................ 1-58
Antenna ...................................................................................................1-87
Anti-Lock Brake System ........................................................................ 2-9
Ashtray .................................................................................................. 1-34
Automatic Transaxle .............................................................................. 2-5
B
Battery ......................................................................................... 2-12, 6-16
Brake
Anti-lock system ............................................................................... 2-9
Checking the brakes ........................................................................ 6-11
Fluid .................................................................................................. 6-11
Pedal clearance ............................................................................... 6-14
Pedal free play .................................................................................. 6-13
Practices ............................................................................................ 2-8
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ............................................................... 1-2
Bulbs Wattage ...................................................................................... 6-20
C
Care of Cassette tapes ....................................................................... 1-85
Care of Disc ......................................................................................... 1-85
10

INDEX
10-2Drive Belts .................................................................................. 6-12, 6-14
Driving
Economical driving .......................................................................... 2-10
Smooth cornering ............................................................................. 2-11
Winter driving ................................................................................... 2-11
E
Emissions Control Systems ................................................................... 7-1
Engine
Before starting the engine ................................................................. 2-2
Compartment ..................................................................................... 6-1
Coolant .............................................................................................. 6-5
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................................. 1-28
If the engine overheats ...................................................................... 3-2
Number .............................................................................................. 8-1
Oil ...................................................................................................... 6-3
Starting .............................................................................................. 2-3
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous .................................................... 2-1
F
Floor mat Anchor .................................................................................. 1-43
Front Fog Light Switch ......................................................................... 1-39
Front Seats
Adjustable front seats .........................................................................1-6
Adjustable headrests ......................................................................... 1-7
Adjusting seatback angle ................................................................... 1-7
Adjusting seat forward and rearward ................................................. 1-7
Lumbar support control ...................................................................... 1-8
Seat cushion height adjustment ......................................................... 1-8
Fuel
Capacity ..............................................................................................9-1
Gauge ............................................................................................... 1-28Recommendations ............................................................................. 1-1
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release ................................................................................ 1-40
Fuses .................................................................................................... 6-14
Fuse Panel Description .................................................................... 6-20
G
General Everyday Checks .................................................................... 6-3
Glove box ............................................................................................ 1-37
H
Hazard Warning System ...................................................................... 1-33
Headlight Aiming Adjustment .............................................................. 6-18
Headlight Bulb ...................................................................................... 6-17
Heating and Cooling Control
Rotary Type ........................................................................... 1-47 ~ 1-52
Automatic Type ..................................................................... 1-53 ~ 1-58
High-mounted Rear Stop light .............................................................. 1-39
Hood Release ...................................................................................... 1-40
Horn ...................................................................................................... 1-43
I
Ignition Switch ....................................................................................... 2-2
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights ................................................ 1-25
Instrument Panel Light Control ............................................................. 1-34
Instruments and Controls .................................................................... 1-24
Intermittent Wiper ................................................................................. 1-32
J
Jump Starting ........................................................................................ 3-1

INDEX
10-3 S
Seat Belts
3-Point system ................................................................................. 1-12
Adjustable height .............................................................................. 1-11
Adjusting your seat belt ................................................................... 1-13
Care of seat belts ............................................................................. 1-11
Precautions ...................................................................................... 1-10
Spark Plugs ........................................................................................... 6-6
Spectacle Case .................................................................................... 1-36
Speedometer ...........................................................................................1-29
Starting Procedures ............................................................................... 2-3
Steering Wheel
Free play ............................................................................................6-13
Tilt lever ..............................................................................................1-43
Stereo Radio Operation (H250, H260, H280) .................. 1-61, 1-68, 1-75
Stereo Sound System .......................................................................... 1-59
Sun Visor ............................................................................................. 1-42
Sunroof .................................................................................................. 1-35
T
Tachometer ......................................................................................... 1-29
Tail Gate ............................................................................................... 1-41
Tailgate Wiper and Washer Switch ...................................................... 1-32
Theft-alarm System ................................................................................ 1-4
Tires
Balancing ........................................................................................... 8-3
Chains ................................................................................................ 8-2
Changing a flat tire ............................................................................. 3-4
If you have a flat tire .......................................................................... 3-4
Information ......................................................................................... 8-1
Pressure ............................................................................................. 8-1
Replacement ..................................................................................... 8-3
Rotation ............................................................................................. 8-2 K
Keys ....................................................................................................... 1-2
If you lose your keys ......................................................................... 3-9
Positions ............................................................................................ 2-2
L
Luggage net ......................................................................................... 1-43
M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ......................... 5-6 ~ 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................................... 5-5
Scheduled maintenance ........................................................... 5-3 ~ 5-4
Service requirements ......................................................................... 5-1
Map Light .............................................................................................. 1-36
Mirror
Day-night inside rearview ................................................................. 1-38
Outside rear view ............................................................................. 1-37
O
Odometer ............................................................................................. 1-29
P
Parking Brake ...................................................................................... 1-39
Power Steering Fluid Level ................................................................... 6-16
Pre-tensioner Seat Belt ............................................................. 1-17 ~ 1-18
R
Radio (H250, H260, H280) ................................................ 1-61, 1-68, 1-75
Rear Seats
Before folding the rear seats .............................................................. 1-9
Fold down ........................................................................................... 1-9
Rear seat entry ................................................................................. 1-9
Rear seat positions ............................................................................ 1-8
Rear Window Defroster Switch ............................................................ 1-33

INDEX
10-4Snow tires .......................................................................................... 8-2
Spare tire ........................................................................................... 3-3
Traction .............................................................................................. 8-3
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) .......................................................................... 2-13
Emergency ......................................................................................... 3-9
If your car must be towed .................................................................. 3-8
Transaxle
Automatic ........................................................................................... 2-5
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ................................................... 6-10
Manual ................................................................................................ 2-4
Manual transaxle oil checking ........................................................... 6-9
Traction Control System ...................................................................... 2-9
Trip Odometer ...................................................................................... 1-29
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....................................................... 8-1
Vehicle Specification .............................................................................. 9-1
Ventilation
Center ventilator ............................................................................... 1-46
Side ventilator ................................................................................... 1-46
W
Warning Lights .......................................................................... 1-26 ~ 1-28
Windows Glass ...................................................................................... 1-6
Windshield Wiper and Washer ............................................................. 1-31
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................................................................... 6-8

ONWER'S I.D.
ORIGINAL OWNER
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
DELIVERY DATE
(Date Sold to Original Retail purchaser)
DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
A000A01A-AAT
This Owner's Manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the
use of the next owner.

Seoul Korea
Printing: AUG. 30, 2002
Publication No.: A2CO-EU28E
Printed in Korea
SERVICE STATION INFORMATION
FUEL:
UNLEADED gasoline only
Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
Original, US.gal (Imp.gal., liter) 14.5 (12, 55)
TIRE PRESSURE:
See the label on the driver side center pillar outer panel.
OTHER TIRE INFORMATION:
See pages 8-1 through 8-4
HOOD RELEASE:
Pull handle under left side of dash.
ENGINE OIL:
SH, SG or SG/CD multigrade and fuel efficient oil. Use SAE 10W-30,
10W-40 or 10W-50 if normal temperatures are above -10°F (-23°C).
For other viscosity recommendations, see page 6-2.
MANUAL TRANSAXLE:
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4) Oil level
should be up to filler-bolt hole in housing beside differential.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE:
Apply the parking brake, with the engine running, shift the selector
lever through all ranges and return to “N” (Neutral) position. Then
check the level of fluid on the dipstick. Use only HYUNDAI GENU-
INE ATF available at your dealer or DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF
SP-III.
QUICK INDEX
o Car will not start ........................................................................ 3-1
o Flat tire ...................................................................................... 3-4
o Warning light/chime comes on ...................................... 1-26 ~ 1-28
o Engine overheats ....................................................................... 3-2
o Towing of your vehicle ............................................................. 3-8
o Starting the engine ..................................................................... 2-3
o Driving tips for first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) ............................ 1-2
o Scheduled maintenance ............................................................. 5-3
o Reporting safety defects ............................................................ 8-6