warning light Hyundai Tiburon 2003 Owner's Guide

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 8 o Always use the parking brake. Do not de-
pend on placing the transaxle in “P” to keep
the car from moving.
o Exercise extreme caution when driving on a
slippery surface. Be especially careful when
braking, accelerating or shifting gears. On a
slippery surface, an abrupt change in vehi-
cle speed can cause the drive wheels to
lose traction and the vehicle to go out of
control.
WARNING:o Avoid high cornering speeds.
o Do not make quick steering wheel move-
ments, such as sharp lane changes or
fast, sharp turns.
o Always wear your seat belts.
o The risk of rollover is greatly increased if
you lose control of your vehicle at high-
way speeds.
o Loss of control often occurs if two or
more wheels drop off the roadway and
the driver oversteers to reenter the road-
way.
o In the event your vehicle leaves the road-
way, do not steer sharply. Instead, slow
down before pulling back into the travel
lanes.
o In a collision crash, un unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seatbelt.o Don’t “ride” the brake pedal. Resting your
foot on the brake pedal while driving can be
dangerous because it can result in the brakes
overheating and losing their effectiveness. It
also increases the wear of the brake compo-
nents.
o If a tire goes flat while you are driving, apply
the brakes gently and keep the car pointed
straight ahead while you slow down. When
you are moving slowly enough for it to be
safe to do so, pull off the road and stop in a
safe place.
o If your car is equipped with an automatic
transaxle, don’t let your car creep forward.
To avoid creeping forward, keep your foot
on the brake pedal when the car is stopped.
o Use caution when parking on a hill. Engage
the parking brake and place the gear selec-
tor lever in “P” (automatic transaxle) or in
first or reverse gear (manual transaxle). If
your car is facing downhill, turn the front
wheels into the curb to help keep the car
from rolling. If your car is facing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the curb to help
keep the car from rolling. If there is no curb
or if it is required by other conditions to keep
the car from rolling, block the wheels.
o Under some conditions your parking brake
can freeze in the engaged position. This is
most likely to happen when there is an
accumulation of snow or ice around or near
the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If
there is a risk that the parking brake may
freeze, apply it only temporarily while you
C130A01A-AATGOOD BRAKING PRACTICES
WARNING:
Nothing should be carried on top of the
shelf panel behind the rear seat. If there
were an accident or a sudden stop, such
objects could move forward and cause dam-
age to the vehicle or injure the occupants.
o After being parked, check to be sure the
parking brake is not engaged and that the
parking brake indicator light is out before
driving away.
o Driving through water may get the brakes
wet. They can also get wet when the car is
washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous!
Your car will not stop as quickly if the brakes
are wet. Wet brakes cause the car to pull to
one side. To dry the brakes, apply the brakes
lightly until the braking action returns to
normal, taking care to keep the car under
control at all times. If the braking action does
not return to normal, stop as soon as it is
safe to do so and call your Hyundai dealer
for assistance.
o Don’t coast down hills with the car out of
gear. This is extremely hazardous. Keep the
car in gear at all times, use the brakes to
slow down, then shift to a lower gear so that
engine braking will help you maintain a safe
speed.

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 9
C120A02A-AATANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(If installed)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed
to prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking
or on hazardous road surfaces. The ABS con-
trol module monitors the wheel speed and con-
trols the pressure applied to each brake. Thus,
in emergency situations or on slick roads, ABS
will increase vehicle control during braking.
NOTE:During ABS operation, a slight pulsation
may be felt in the brake pedal when the
brakes are applied. Also, a noise may be
heard in the engine compartment while brak-
ing. These conditions are normal and indi-
cate that the anti-lock brake system is func-
tioning properly.
C300A03Y-GATTRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
(If installed)
HGK156A
put the gear selector lever in “P” (automatic)
or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle)
and block the rear wheels so the car cannot
roll. Then release the parking brake.
o Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with
the accelerator pedal. This can cause the
transmission to overheat. Always use the
brake pedal or parking brake.WARNING:ABS will not prevent accidents due to im-
proper or dangerous driving maneuvers.
Even though vehicle control is improved
during emergency braking, always maintain
a safe distance between you and objects
ahead. Vehicle speeds should always be
reduced during extreme road conditions.
The braking distance for cars equipped with
an anti-lock braking system may be longer
than for those without it in the following
road conditions.
o Driving on rough, gravel or snow-cov-
ered roads.
o Driving with tire chains installed.
o Driving on roads where the road surface
is pitted or has different surface height.
During these conditions the vehicle should
be driven at reduced speeds. The safety
features of an ABS equipped vehicle should
not be tested by high speed driving or cor-
nering. This could endanger the safety of
yourself or others.On slippery road surfaces, the traction control
system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spin-
ning excessively, thus helping the car to accel-
erate. It also provides sufficient driving force
and steering performance as the car turns at
accelerated speeds.
SLIP Control
Limits the drive wheels from spinning exces-
sively during starting or while making accelerat-
ed turns on slippery roads to avoid losing the
driving force of the front wheels.
Driving hintsTCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to
decelerate the car sufficiently before entering
curves.

DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
2- 10
C140A01A-AAT
DRIVING FOR ECONOMY
You can save fuel and get more miles from your
car if you follow these suggestions:
o Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate
rate. Don't make "jack-rabbit" starts or full-
throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruising
speed. Don't race between stoplights. Try to
adjust your speed to that of the other traffic
so you don't have to change speeds unnec-
essarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos-
sible. Always maintain a safe distance from
other vehicles so you can avoid unneces-
sary braking. This also reduces brake wear.
o Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you
drive, the more fuel your car uses. Driving at
a moderate speed, especially on the high-
way, is one of the most effective ways to
reduce fuel consumption.
o Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. This
can increase fuel consumption and also
increase wear on these components. In ad-
dition, driving with your foot resting on the
brake pedal may cause the brakes to over-
heat, which reduces their effectiveness and
may lead to more serious consequences.
C300B01GK-GATTCS ON/OFF Mode
In the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the
instrument cluster will not be illuminated.
To switch the TCS OFF mode, press the TCS
switch . To switch the TCS mode, press the
TCS switch again. In the TCS OFF mode, the
SLIP control will be deactivated and the TCS-
OFF indicator in the instrument cluster will be
illuminated.
NOTE:1) Turn off the engine. Then restart the
engine, and the TCS mode will automati-
cally turn ON.
2) When the traction control is operating
properly, you can feel a slight pulsation
CAUTION:When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control
has been activated. It also means that the
road is slippery or your car is accelerating
excessively. In this situation, release foot
pressure from the accelerator pedal and
maintain moderate speed.
WARNING:Traction control is only a driving aid; all
normal precautions for driving in inclement
weather and on slippery road surfaces
should be observed.
C300D01GK-GAT
Indicator and Warning
The indicator should illuminate when the igni-
tion key is turned to ON or START but should
go out after three seconds.
If the indicator does not illuminate, or the TCS
indicator does not go out after 3 seconds, have
it checked by an authorized dealer.
Should there be any unusual conditions in the
device, TCS-OFF either illuminates or blinks as
a warning.
If TCS-OFF illuminates or blinks, pull your car
to a safe place and stop the engine.
Then, start the engine again to check if the
TCS-OFF indicator goes out.
If the indicator remains lit even after the engine
has been started, have your car checked by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.in the vehicle. This is only the effect of
brake control and indicates nothing un-
usual.
3) When the engine starts, a click is heard
from the engine compartment; however,
this is only the sound of traction control
being checked.
4) When moving out of the mud or fresh
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may
not cause the engine speed to increase.
NOTE:1) When TCS-OFF illuminates or blinks, trac-
tion control is automatically deactivated
for safety.
2) This warning function is not provided
when the driver selects the TCS-OFF
mode.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-1
2. Check the battery connections to be sure
they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or
goes out when you operate the starter, the
battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure
they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See
instructions for "Jump Starting".D020A02A-AATJUMP STARTING3. WHAT TO DO IN AN
EMERGENCY
D010A01A-AATIF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
CAUTION:
If the engine will not start, do not push or
pull the car to start it. This could result in a
collision or cause other damage. In addi-
tion, push or pull starting may cause the
catalytic converter to be overloaded and
create a fire hazard.
D010B02A-AATIf Engine Doesn’t Turn Over or Turns
Over Slowly
1. If your car has an automatic transaxle, be
sure the gear selector lever is in "N" or "P"
and the emergency brake is set.
D010C01A-AATIf Engine Turns Over Normally but Does
Not Start
1. Check fuel level.
2. Check all connectors at ignition, coil and
spark plugs. Reconnect any that may be
disconnected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine room.
4. If the engine still refuses to start, call a
Hyundai dealer or seek other qualified as-
sistance.
D010D01A-AAT
If the Engine Stalls While Driving1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a
straight line. Move cautiously off the road to
a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle
will not start, contact a Hyundai dealer or
seek other qualified assistance.
WARNING:The gas produced by the battery during the
jump-start operation is highly explosive. If
these instructions are not followed exactly,
serious personal injury and damage to the
vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how
3
D010B01GK
HGK184Battery
HGK184A
DOHC
V6
Battery

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
3-6
D060E01A-AAT4. Put the Jack in Place
The base of the jack should be placed on firm,
level ground. The jack should be positioned as
shown in the drawing.
HGK186D060F02E-AAT
5. Raising the Car
After inserting a bar into the wheel nut wrench,
install the bar into the jack as shown in the
drawing. To raise the vehicle, turn the jack
handle clockwise. As the jack begins to raise
the vehicle, double check that it is properly
positioned and will not slip. If the jack is on soft
ground or sand, place a board, brick, flat stone or
other object under the base of the jack to keep
it from sinking.
Raise the car high enough so that the fully
inflated spare tire can be installed. To do this,
you will need more ground clearance than is
required to remove the flat tire.
WARNING:Do not get under the car when it is support-
ed by the jack! This is very dangerous as the
jack could fall and cause serious injury or
death. No one should stay in the car while
the jack is being used.
D060G02Y-AAT6. Changing Wheels
Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with
your fingers. Slide the wheel off the studs and
lay it flat so it cannot roll away. To put the wheel
on the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up the
holes with the studs and slide the wheel onto
them. If this is difficult, tip the wheel slightly and
get the top hole in the wheel lined up with the
top stud. Then jiggle the wheel back and forth
until the wheel can be slid over the other studs.
HGK232HFC4022
Wrench bar
Wheel nut wrench

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6-16o Charge batteries only in a well ventilated
area.
o Do not permit flames, sparks or smoking in
the area.
o Keep children away from the area.
G220B01A-AATChecking Engine Cooling Fan
The engine cooling fan should come on auto-
matically if the engine coolant temperature is
high.
G220C01A-AAT
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan
The condenser coolant fan should come on
automatically whenever the air conditioning is
in operation.
G210B02A-AAT
Checking the BatteryKeep the battery clean. Any evidence of corro-
sion around the battery posts or terminals should
be removed using a solution of household bak-
ing soda and warm water. After the battery
terminals are dry, cover them with a light coat-
ing of grease.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
G230A03A-AATPOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
The power steering fluid level should be checked
regularly. To check the power steering fluid
level, be sure the engine is "OFF", then check
to make certain that the power steering fluid
level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" level
markings on the fluid reservoir.
HGK214 G220A01A-AAT
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING
FANS
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper-
ate even when the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working near the
blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not
injured by a rotating fan blade. As the en-
gine coolant temperature decreases the fan
will automatically shut off. This is a normal
condition.
G210A01A-AATCHECKING THE BATTERY
WARNING:
Batteries can be dangerous! When working
with batteries, carefully observe the follow-
ing precautions to avoid serious injuries.
The fluid in the battery contains a strong solu-
tion of sulfuric acid, which is poisonous and
highly corrosive. Be careful not to spill it on
yourself or the car. If you do spill battery fluid on
yourself, immediately do the following:
o If battery fluid is on your skin, flush the
affected areas with water for at least 15
minutes and then seek medical assistance.
o If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse out your
eyes with water and get medical assistance
as soon as possible. While you are being
driven to get medical assistance, continue
to rinse 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 followed by milk of
magnesia, eat a raw egg or drink vegetable
oil. Get medical assistance as soon as
possible.
While batteries are being charged (either by a
battery charger or by the vehicle’s generator),
they produce explosive gases. Always observe
these warnings to prevent injuries from occur-
ring:

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6-17 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.
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.
NOTE:Grinding noise from the power steering
pump may be heard immediately after the
engine is started in extremely cold condi-
tions (below - 4°F). If the noise stops during
warm up, there is no abnormal function in
the system. It is due to a power steering
fluid characteristic in extremely cold condi-
tions.
Recommended Fluid
Use PSF-3 type fluid
NOTE:Do not start the engine when the power
steering oil reservoir is empty.
G240A01A-AAT
POWER 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.
G250A01A-AAT
FOR 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
G270A02A-GATHEADLIGHT BULB
Replacement instructions:
HGK225
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Always grasp the bulb by its plastic base,
avoid touching the glass.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the bulb
base in the back of the headlight.
4. Remove the dust cover.
5. Push the bulb spring for removing the head-
light bulb.
6. Remove the protective cap from the re-
placement bulb and install the new bulb by
matching the plastic base with the headlight
hole. Install the dust cover after retightening
the bulb spring and reconnect the power
cord.
7. Use the protective cap and carton to dis-
pose of the old bulb.
8. Check for proper headlight aim.
WARNING:The halogen bulb contains gas under pres-
sure and if impacted could shatter, resulting
in flying fragments. Always wear eye pro-
tection when servicing the bulb. Protect the
bulb against abrasions or scratches and
against liquids when lighted. Turn the bulb
on only when installed in a headlight. Re-
place the headlight if damaged or cracked.
Keep the bulb out of the reach of children
and dispose of the used bulb with care.
High BeamLow Beam Turn signal Light

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6-18
G290A02GK-AATHEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT
Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure
of the following.
1. Keep all tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure.
2. Place the vehicle on level ground and press
the front bumper & rear bumper down sev-
eral times. Place vehicle at a distance of 118
in. (3m) from the test wall.
3. See that the vehicle is unloaded (except for
full levels of coolant, engine oil and fuel, and
spare tire, jack, and tools).
4. Clean the head light lenses and turn on the
headlights (low beam).
5. Open the hood.
6. Draw the vertical line (through the center of
each headlight beam pattern) and the hori-
zontal line (through the center of each head-
light beam pattern) on the aiming screen.And then, draw the parallel line at 0.827 in.
(21 mm) under the horizontal line.
7. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to
the parallel line with a phillips screwdriver -
VERTICAL AIMING.
8. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to
the each vertical line with a phillips screw-
driver - HORIZONTAL AIMING.
WARNING:Horizontal aiming should be adjusted by an
authorized Hyundai Dealer.
G290B01GK-AATAdjustment After Headlight Assembly
Replacement
G290B01GK
Vertical
line
Cut-off line
Ground line Horizontal line
LW
H
H
"P"
0.827in.(21mm)
If the vehicle has had front body repair and the
headlight assembly has been replaced, the
headlight aiming should be checked using the
aiming screen as shown in the illustration. Turn
on the headlight switch.
Horizontal
aiming
G290A03GK
Vertical
aiming
Low Beam1. Adjust headlights so that main axis of light is
parallel to center line of the body and is
aligned with point "P" shown in the illustra-
tion.
2. Dotted lines in the illustration show the cen-
ter of headlights.
SPECIFICATION:"H"
Horizontal center line of headlights from ground:
Low Beam: 26.7 in. (679mm)
High Beam: 26.5 in. (672mm)
"W"
Distance between each headlight center :
Low Beam: 47.3 in. (1,202mm)
High Beam: 38.0 in. (966mm)
"L"
Distance between the headlights and the wall
that the lights are tested against : 118 in. (3,000
mm)

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6-19
Wattage
55/55
10
5
51
28/8
5
5
G280A02GK-AAT
Part Name
Head Light (High/Low)
Map Light
Front Position Light
Front Fog Light (If installed)
Front Turn Signal Light/ Side Marker
Front Door Edge Warning Light
Luggage Compartment Light No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7No.
8
9
10
11
12
13Part Name
High Mounted Without spoiler
Stop Light With spoiler
Rear Side-Marker
CombinationTurn Signal Light
Stop/Tail Light
Back-up Light
License Plate LightWattage
2.4W (LED)
3.5W (LED)
5
27
27/8
27
5
51213346
HGK035A
117
82
(High)(Low)
10
911

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6-21
DESCRIPTION
IG COIL
AMP
B/UP LAMP
A/BAG IND
A/BAG
HTD MIR
HAZARD
R/WIPER
TAIL-RH
F/WIPER
A/C SW
RR DEFOG
STOP
TAIL-LH
A/CON
ECU
CLUSTER
ROOM LP
P/WINDOW
T/GATE
IGN
RR FOG
C/LIGHT
S/ROOF
S/HTR
ABS
AUDIO
G200D01GK-GATInner Panel
HGK204-E
PROTECTED COMPONENTS
Ignition Coil, ECM
AMP. Multi Gauge Unit
B/Up Lamp
Air Bag Indicator
Air Bag
Outside Mirror Defroster
Hazard Warning Light
Rear Window Wiper
Taillight
Front Window Wiper
A/Conditioner
Rear Window Defroster
Stop Light
Tail Light
A/Conditioner
ECM, Multi Gauge Unit, TCM
Cluster
Map Light, Clock, Audio
Power Window
Tail Gate Open
A/Con, A.Q.S Sensor
Rear Fog
C/Lighter, Outside Mirror
Sunroof
Seat Warmer
ABS. TCS
Audio, Clock FUSERATING
20A
20A
10A
10A
15A
10A
10A
15A
10A
20A
10A
30A
15A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
30A
15A
10A
10A
15A
15A
20A
10A
10A