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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR

13. Charging System Warning Light
14. Seat Belt Warning Light
15. Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
16. Trip Odometer Reset Switch /

Trip Computer Reset Switch (If Installed)

17. Low Fuel Warning Light
18. Trunk Lid/Tail Gate Open Warning Light
19. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

7. SRS Service Reminder Indicator
8. ABS Service Reminder Indicator (If Installed)
9. Overdrive Off Indicator Light (If Installed)
10. High Beam Indicator Light
11. Door Ajar Warning Light
12. Parking Brake/Low Brake fluid Level Warn-

ing Light

1. Tachometer (If Installed)
2. Turn Signal Indicator Light
3. Speedometer
4. Odometer / Trip Odometer/

Trip Computer (If Installed)

5. Fuel Gauge
6. Temperature Gauge

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Summary of Contents for 2003 Accent

Page 1: ...D R I V I N G IS B E L I E V I N G 2003 ...

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Page 3: ... Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided in your Hyundai Owner s Handbook A020A01A AAT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE The maintenance requirements for your new Hyundai are found in Section 5 As the owner it is your responsibility to see that all maintenance operations specified by the manufacturer are carried out at the appropriate intervals When the v...

Page 4: ...undai reserves the right to make changes at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out This manual applies to all Hyundai models and includes descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment As a result you may find material in this manual that does not apply to your specific vehicle A030A01A ...

Page 5: ... Department of Transportation and other federal or state agencies A080A01S AAT TWO WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components It is possible for an improperly installed adjusted two way radio or cellular telephone to adversely affect electronic systems For this reason we recommend that you carefully follow th...

Page 6: ...nance and any other assistance that may be required A050A04A AAT HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Note Because future owners will also need the information included in this manual if you sell this Hyundai please leave the manual in the vehicle for their use Thank you CAUTION Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do not meet Hyundai specifications...

Page 7: ...tion may result in harm serious injury or death to you or other persons if the warning is not heeded Follow the advice provided with the warning CAUTION This indicates that a condition may result in damage to your vehicle or its equipment if the caution is not heeded Follow the advice provided with the caution NOTE This indicates that interesting or helpful information is being provided ...

Page 8: ...WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3 1 4 CORROSION PREVENTION APPEARANCE CARE 4 1 5 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 5 1 6 DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6 1 7 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 7 1 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 8 1 9 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 10 INDEX 10 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 9: ...YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE B250A01A AAT INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HLC003 1 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2 7 20 21 22 ...

Page 10: ...tioning Control Panel 13 Passenger s Airbag 14 Glove Box 15 Hood Release Lever 16 Multi Box 17 Cigarette Lighter 18 Front Drink Holder 19 Ashtray 20 Shift Lever If Installed 21 Parking Brake Lever 22 Rear Drink Holder CAUTION When installing a container of liquid air freshener inside the vehicle do not place it near the instrument cluster nor on the instrument panel surface If there is any leakage...

Page 11: ...LS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL A more detailed explanation of these items will be found begining on page 1 34 SRS Airbag Service Reminder Indicator ABS Service Reminder Indicator If Installed Turn Signal Indicator Lights Low Oil Pressure Warning Light Charging System Warning Light Low Fuel Level Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Light Seat Belt Reminder Light Trunk Lid Tail Gate Open Warning Light ...

Page 12: ...ed under the Hyundai New Vehicle Limited Warranty or any other Hyundai warranty In addition any damage to or failure of Genuine Hyundai Parts caused by the installation or failure of an imitation counterfeit or used salvage part is not covered by any Hyundai Warranty 3 How can you tell if you are purchasing Hyundai Genuine Parts Look for the Hyundai Genuine Parts Logo on the package see below Hyun...

Page 13: ...sidered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use of the next owner OWNER 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 ...

Page 14: ...at Belt 1 14 Child Restraint System 1 19 Dual Stage Supplemental Restraint AIRBAG System 1 26 Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights 1 33 Warning Light and Indicator 1 34 Trip Computer 1 38 Multi Function Light Switch 1 40 Windshield Wiper Washer Switch 1 41 Mirror 1 48 Hood Release 1 51 Heating and Cooling Control 1 57 Stereo Sound System 1 66 Audio System 1 68 Antenna 1 83 1 ...

Page 15: ...uels with unspecified quantities of alcohol or alcohols other than ethanol should not be used B010C01A AAT Use of MTBE Hyundai recommends that fuels containing MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether over 15 0 vol Oxygen Content 2 7 weight should not be used in your Hyundai Fuel containing MTBE over 15 0 vol Oxygen Content 2 7 weight may reduce vehicle per formance and produce vapor lock or hard start in...

Page 16: ...rability of your Hyundai by observing the following recom mendations during the first 1200 miles 2000 km o Don t drive faster than 55 MPH 88 km h o While driving keep your engine speed rpm or revolutions per minute between 2 000 rpm and 4 000 rpm o Use moderate acceleration Don t start quickly or depress the accelerator pedal fully o For the first 200 miles 300 km try to avoid hard stops o Don t l...

Page 17: ...e door by turning the key toward the front of the vehicle and unlock it by turning the key toward the rear NOTE The driver s door can be unlocked by turning the key once toward the rear If you wish to unlock all doors turn the key toward the rear within 4 seconds once more With central door locking system WARNING o Unlocked doors can be dangerous Be fore you drive away especially if there are chil...

Page 18: ...e inside move the child protector lever to the position and close the door Move the lever to the opposite direction of position when normal door operation is desired If you wish to be able to open the door from the outside the outside door handle will function normally The doors can be locked without a key To lock the doors first push the inside lock switch to the LOCK position so that the red mar...

Page 19: ...visible o The central door locking is operated by turning the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle B070D02A 1 Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch 2 Make sure that the engine hood and trunk lid 4 Door tail gate 3 Door are locked 3 Lock the doors using the transmitter of the keyless entry system After completion of the steps above the turn signal lights will blink once to indicat...

Page 20: ...em is disarmed If any door trunk lid 4 Door tail gate 3 Door or engine hood is not opened within 30 seconds the system will be rearmed NOTE When the system is disarmed with the interior light switched to DR or the interior light will illuminate for 30 seconds CAUTION Avoid trying to start the engine while the system is armed B070E02A GAT Panic Stage 1 Push the PANIC button on the transmitter 2 At ...

Page 21: ...e case with a blade screwdriver as shown in the illustration 2 Remove the old battery from the case and note the polarity Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same side facing down then insert it in the transmitter B070E03A Screwdriver Battery B070E02A 1 B050A01A B050A01A AAT WINDOW GLASS To raise or lower the window turn the window regulator handle clockwise or counterclockwise WARNIN...

Page 22: ... by de pressing the appropriate window switch and closed by pulling up the switch To open the window on the driver s side press the switch 1 down The window moves as long as the switch is operated Auto Down Window Driver s Side If Installed The Auto Down window is moved to its fully open position by pushing the switch To stop at the desired position push the switch again 1 4 Door 3 Door WARNING 1 ...

Page 23: ... adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving This could result in loss of control and an accident causing death seri ous injury or property damage HLC2026 When you find the position you want release the lever and slide the seat forward or rearward on its track until it locks into the desired position and cannot be moved further HLC2027 WARNING To minimize risk of severe injury in the event of a co...

Page 24: ...ccident the headrest should be adjust ed so the top of the headrest is at the same height as the top of the occupant s ears The use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not rec ommended o Do not operate the vehicle with the head rests removed as severe injury to an oc cupant may occur in the event of an acci dent Headrests may provide protection against severe neck injuries w...

Page 25: ...o move forward and in jure a front seat occupant Lock Knob B090A01A GAT REAR SEAT Adjustable Headrests If Installed Headrests are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries To raise the headrest pull it up To lower it push it down while pressing the lock knob B090A01A 1 WARNING o For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident the headrest should be adjusted so the top of the headrest is a...

Page 26: ...e seatback may be folded down or the seatbacks may be folded down individually o To unlock the seatback pull up the seatback locking knob then push forward on the seatback panel o When you return the seatback to its upright position always be sure it has locked into position by pulling and pushing on the top of the seatback B110A02A 1 B140A01S AAT REAR SEAT WARNING For the safety of all passengers...

Page 27: ...ren under the age of 13 should be restrained securely in the rear seat NEVER place a child under the age of 13 in the front seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle WARNING All occupants of the vehicle must wear their seat belts at all times Note that this vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint Airbag System as discussed beginning on page 1 26 The seat be...

Page 28: ... do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it with great force receiving serious neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your strong pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the v...

Page 29: ...BELT If Installed B170A01A You can adjust the height of the shoulder belt anchor to one of the 4 positions for maximum comfort and safety If the height of the adjusting seat belt is too near your neck you will not be getting the most effective protection The shoulder portion should be adjusted so that it lies across your chest and midway over your shoulder nearest the door and not your neck To adj...

Page 30: ...lap belt is adjusted manual ly so that it fits snugly around your hips If you lean forward in a slow easy motion the belt will extend and let you move around If there is a sudden stop or impact however the belt will lock into position It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly NOTE If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition key is in the ON position the seat belt war...

Page 31: ...e and snugly across your hips not on your waist If the lap belt is located too high on your waist it may increase the chance of injury in the event of a collision Both arms should not be under or over the belt Rather one should be over and the other under as shown in the illustration Never wear the seat belt under the arm near est the door B210A01A AAT To Release the Seat Belt The seat belt is rel...

Page 32: ...ar should sit in the rear seat and must always be properly restrained to minimize the risk of injury in an accident sud den stop or sudden maneuver According to accident statistics provided by the National High way Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats than in the front seat Larger children not in a child restraint should use one of the s...

Page 33: ...nt system must be placed in the rear seat Never install a child or infant seat on the front passenger s seat Should an accident occur and cause the passenger side airbag to deploy it could severely injure or kill an infant or child seated in an infant or child seat Thus only use a child restraint in the rear seat of your vehicle o Since a safety belt or child restraint sys tem can become very hot ...

Page 34: ...n make an important contribution to safety Your vehicle is provided with three child restraint hook holders for installing the child seat or infant seat Holder Bolt 5 16 30 mm Washer Conical Spring Holder Child Restraint Hook B230C03A AAT Installing a Child Restraint Seat with the Tether Anchorage System 4 Door Three child restraint hook holders are located on the rear seat package tray To install...

Page 35: ...ovided in your vehicle The ISOFIX anchors are located in the left and right outboard rear seating positions Their locations are shown in the illustration There is no ISOFIX anchor provided for the center rear seating position B230D01A B230E03A AAT Installing a Child Restraint Seat with the Tether Anchorage System 3 Door Three child restraint hook holders are located on the vertical back panel behi...

Page 36: ...njury or death o Attach the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible child seat only to the appropriate loca tions shown o Always follow the installation and use instructions provided by the manufac turer of the child restraint The ISOFIX anchors are located between the seatback and the seat cushion of the rear seat left and right outboard seating positions B230D02A 1 ISOFIX Anchor ISOFIX Anchor Position Indic...

Page 37: ...m its retractor until a click is felt This will engage the seat belt retractor automatic locking feature which allows the seat belt to retract but not extend Install the child restraint system buckle the seat belt and allow the seat belt to take up any slack Make sure that the lap portion of the belt is tight around the child restraint system and the shoulder portion of the belt is positioned so t...

Page 38: ...a tions are shown in the illustration 1 SRS airbag warning light 2 Seat belt pre tensioner assembly 3 SRS control module B180C01A AAT Pre Tensioner Seat Belt Your Hyundai vehicle is equipped with driver s and front passenger s pre tensioner seat belts The purpose of the pre tensioner is to make sure that the seat belts fit tightly against the occupant s body in certain frontal collisions The pre t...

Page 39: ... attempt to inspect or replace the pre tensioner seat belts yourself This must be done by an authorized Hyundai dealer o Do not strike the pre tensioner seat belt assemblies o Do not attempt to service or repair the pre tensioner seat belt system in any manner o Improper handling of the pre tensioner seat belt assemblies and failure to heed the warnings to not strike modify in spect replace servic...

Page 40: ...airbags offer the ability to control the airbag inflation with two pressure levels A lower pressure level is provided for moderate severity impacts A higher pressure level is pro vided for more severe impacts NOTE o Be sure to read information about the SRS on the labels provided on the back side of the sun visor and in the glove box o Dual stage inflating airbags are combined with pre tensioner s...

Page 41: ...ts of the SRS system Doing so could result in injury due to accidental firing of the airbags or by rendering the SRS inoperative o Do not install a child restraint system in the front passenger seat position A child restraint system must never be placed in the front seat The infant or child could be severely injured or killed by an airbag deployment in case of an accident o Do not allow children t...

Page 42: ...s reduc ing the risk of head and chest injury After complete inflation the airbag immediately starts deflating enabling the driver to maintain forward visibility B240B02L Upon deployment tear seams molded directly into the pad covers will separate under pres sure from the expansion of the airbags Fur ther opening of the covers then allows full inflation of the airbags B240B03L CAUTION When install...

Page 43: ...ver the fine dust gener ated during airbag deployment may cause skin irritation Wash your hands and face thoroughly with lukewarm wa ter and a mild soap after an accident in which the airbags were deployed Passenger s Airbag B240B05L WARNING o The SRS can function only when the ignition key is in the ON position If the SRS SRI does not come on or continuously remains on after flash ing for about 6...

Page 44: ...if the supplemental side impact airbag inflates o To prevent unexpected deployment of the side impact air bag that may result in personal injury avoid impact to the side impact airbag sensor when the ignition key is on HLC2036 Side airbag sensor WARNING o The side impact airbag is supplemental to the driver s and the passenger s three point seat belt systems and is not a sub stitute for them There...

Page 45: ...orized Hyundai deal er WARNING o Do not install a child restraint system in the front passenger seat position A child restraint system must never be placed in the front seat The infant or baby could be severely injured by an airbag deployment in case of an accident o Modification to SRS components or wir ing including the addition of any kind of badges to the pad covers or modifica tions to the bo...

Page 46: ...Gate Open Warning Light 19 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL 7 SRS Service Reminder Indicator 8 ABS Service Reminder Indicator If Installed 9 Overdrive Off Indicator Light If Installed 10 High Beam Indicator Light 11 Door Ajar Warning Light 12 Parking Brake Low Brake fluid Level Warn ing Light 1 Tachometer If Installed 2 Turn Signal Indicator Light 3 Speedometer 4 Odometer Trip Odometer Trip Compute...

Page 47: ...possible B260F01A AAT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT The high beam indicator light comes on when ever the headlights are switched to the high beam or flash position B260C01A AAT O D OFF INDICATOR Automatic Transaxle only When the overdrive switch is turned on the overdrive off indicator will go out This amber indicator will be illuminated when the overdrive switch is turned off Auto T A only B260D01A A...

Page 48: ...the generator drive belt is in place If it is check the tension of the belt Do this as shown on page 6 17 by pushing down on the center of the belt And then have the system checked by your Hyundai dealer B260M01A AAT LOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT The low fuel level warning light comes on when the fuel tank is approaching empty When it comes on you should add fuel as soon as possible Driving with th...

Page 49: ...acity is given in Section 9 HLC2052 B260E02A AAT SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT AND CHIME The seat belt reminder light blinks until your seat belt is fastened when the ignition key is turned from the OFF position to ON or START And the warning chime will sound for 6 seconds until your seat belt is fastened when the ignition key is turned from the OFF position to ON or START B260N01A AAT MALFUNCTION INDI...

Page 50: ...Hyundai s speedometer is calibrated in miles per hour on the outer scale and kilome ters per hour on the inner scale HLC2053 The needle on the engine coolant temperature gauge should stay in the normal range If it moves across the dial to H Hot pull over and stop as soon as possible and turn off the engine Then open the hood and after the engine has cooled check the coolant level and the water pum...

Page 51: ...er records the total distance trav eled in miles You will also find the odometer useful to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed NOTE Federal law forbids alteration of the odometer of any vehicle with the intent to change the number of the odometer The alteration may void your warranty coverage B310A01A 2 Trip odometer o The trip odometer records the total distance traveled since...

Page 52: ... displayed 2 Outside Temperature F This mode indicates the outside tempera ture between 40 F and 176 F 3 Average Fuel Consumption MPG B400B03A E MPG Total Cruise Distance Miles Total Fuel Consumption G o This mode calculates the average fuel consumption from the total fuel used and the distance since the last average con sumption reset o The total fuel used is calculated from the fuel consumption ...

Page 53: ...driving pattern or vehicle speed B340A01A AAT COMBINATION TURN SIGNAL HEADLIGHT AND LOW BEAM SWITCH Turn Signal Operation Pulling down on the lever causes the turn sig nals on the left side of the car to blink Pushing upward on the lever causes the turn signals on the right side of the car to blink As the turn is completed the lever will automatically return to the center position and turn off the...

Page 54: ...o melt the snow or ice before using the wiper To operate the headlights turn the barrel on the end of the multi function switch The first position turns on the parking lights sidelights tail lights and instrument panel lights The second position turns on the headlights NOTE The ignition must be in the ON position to turn on the headlights Parking light auto cut If you do not turn the parking light...

Page 55: ...her be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the glass prior to operating the wipers o In areas where water freezes in winter use windshield washer antifreeze HLC2075 HLC2076 Mist Wiper Operation B350C01O GAT Adjustable Intermittent Wiper Opera tion To use the intermittent wiper feature place the wiper switch in the INT position With the switch in this position the interval between wipes can be ...

Page 56: ... dry this can result in scratching as well as premature wiper blade wear For the reason stated above do not operate the washer when the washer fluid reservoir is empty B390A02A AAT REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER If Installed B390A01A 1 The rear window wiper and washer are turned on by depressing the button Washer fluid is sprayed onto the glass as long as the is depressed 1 When the position is depr...

Page 57: ...00 Pressing R between 11 30 and 12 29 changes the readout to 12 00 B360A03A AAT FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH If Installed To turn on the front fog lights push the switch They will light when the headlight switch is in the first or second position and the key is in the ON position CAUTION Do not clean the inner side of the rear window glass with an abrasive type of glass cleaner or use a scraper to remov...

Page 58: ...nt has heated the lighter will pop out to the ready position Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in This can damage the heating element and create a fire hazard If it is necessary to replace the cigarette lighter use only a genuine Hyundai replacement or its approved equivalent B430A01S AAT FRONT ASHTRAY The front ashtray may be opened by pulling it out by its grip To remove the ashtray to e...

Page 59: ... edge B450A04A AAT FRONT DRINK HOLDER HLC2116 CAUTION Place the drink holder in its closed position when not in use WARNING Do not place anything except drinks on the drink holder Such objects can be thrown out possibly injuring persons in the ve hicle during sudden braking or in the event of an accident B450B01A AAT REAR DRINK HOLDER The rear drink holder is located on the rear main console and m...

Page 60: ...he delay out interior light the light goes out gradually within 6 seconds after the door is closed B490A02A AAT Interior light HLC2080 Type A If Installed Type B B480A01E AAT INTERIOR LIGHT Map Light If Installed The two map light switches are located on both sides of the front overhead console Push in the map light switch to turn the light on or off This light produces a spot beam for convenient ...

Page 61: ...ience It is operated by the control lever in the bottom front corner of the window Before driving away always check that your mirrors are positioned so you can see behind you both to the left and right sides as well as directly behind your vehicle When using the mirror always exercise caution when attempt ing to judge the distance of vehicles behind or along side of you B540B01TB AAT SEAT POCKET I...

Page 62: ...w mirror switch controls the adjustments for both right and left outside mirrors To adjust the position of either mirror 1 Move the selecting switch to the right or left to activate the adjustable mechanism for the corresponding door mirror 2 Now adjust mirror angle by depressing the appropriate perimeter switch as illustrated B510B01A CAUTION o Do not operate the switch continuously for an unnece...

Page 63: ...f off after 20 minutes B370A01A B510C01A AAT FOLDING THE OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS To fold the outside rear view mirrors push them towards the rear The outside rear view mirrors can be folded rearward for parking in restricted areas B520A01A AAT DAY NIGHT INSIDE REAR VIEW MIR ROR Your Hyundai is equipped with a day night in side rear view mirror The night position is selected by flipping the tab a...

Page 64: ...r the brake lever HLC3024 B550A01S GAT HIGH MOUNTED REAR STOP LIGHT If Installed In addition to the lower mounted rear stop lights on either side of the car the high mounted rear stop light in the center of the rear window or inserted in the rear spoiler also lights when the brakes are applied HLC2124 HLC2017 B570A03A GAT HOOD RELEASE 1 Pull the release knob to unlatch the hood 2 Push the safety c...

Page 65: ...ossibly injuring you B560A02S AAT REMOTE FUEL FILLER LID RELEASE WARNING o Do not move the vehicle with the hood in the raised position as vision is ob structed and the hood could fall or be damaged B571A03Y AAT FLOOR MAT ANCHOR To use a floor mat on the front floor carpet make sure it attaches to the floor mat anchor in your vehicle This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward HXGS263 WARNING o ...

Page 66: ...iller cap during high ambient temperatures a slight pressure sound may be heard This is normal and not a cause for concern Whenever you open the fuel filler cap turn it slowly o Make sure the fuel filler cap is replaced and securely seated after fueling Failure to replace or fully seat the fuel filler cap will result in fuel vapors escaping into the atmosphere and the check engine MIL indicator il...

Page 67: ...ark emergency trunk release lever located inside the trunk It will glow after the trunk is closed When pulled this lever will release the trunk latch mechanism and open the trunk NOTE o If a person is locked in the trunk by one s own will or by another person or by acci dent pull the emergency trunk release lever on the driver s side of the inside panel of the trunk This will open the trunk lid o ...

Page 68: ...tailgate should always be kept completely closed while the vehicle is in motion If it is left open or ajar poisonous exhaust gases may enter the car which could result in serious injury or death to the occupants See addi tional warnings concerning exhaust gases on page 2 2 HLC2105 B580A01TB GAT SUN VISOR B580A01A Type A Type B B650A01A GAT CARGO AREA COVER 3 Door Model Nothing should be carried on...

Page 69: ...ticket holder is provided on the back of the sun visor for the driver Vanity mirrors are provided on the back of the sunvisor for the driver and the front passenger If Installed NOTE The Supplemental Restraint System SRS label containing useful information can be found on the front of each sun visor WARNING Do not place the sun visor in such a manner that it obscures visibility of the roadway traf...

Page 70: ...stable To control the direction of the air flow move the knob in the center of the vent up and down and side to side B710C01HP AAT SIDE VENTILATOR The side ventilators are located on each side of dashboard To change the direction of the air flow move the knob in the center of the vent up and down and side to side The side vent knobs control the amount of outside air entering the vehicle through th...

Page 71: ...ected B670C01A AAT AIR INTAKE CONTROL This model has four controls and one switch for the heating and cooling system They are 1 Fan speed control 2 Air flow control 3 Temperature control 4 Air conditioning switch 5 Air intake control B670B01A AAT Fan Speed Control Blower Control This is used to turn the blower fan on and off and to select the fan speed The blower fan speed and therefore the volume...

Page 72: ... becoming excessively dry Bi Level Air is discharged through the face vents and the floor vents This makes it possible to have cooler air from the dashboard vents and warmer air from the floor outlets at the same time HLC2092 HLC2091 Face Level Selecting the Face mode will cause air to be discharged through the face level vents B670D03A AAT Air Flow Control This is used to direct the flow of air A...

Page 73: ...ditioning push the A C button HLC2095 Floor Level Air is discharged through the floor vents wind shield defroster nozzle side defroster nozzle side ventilator HLC2093 Floor Defrost Level Air is discharged through the windshield de froster nozzle the floor vents side defroster nozzle side ventilator If the Floor Defrost mode is selected the air conditioning will be turned on automatically And if yo...

Page 74: ...up set the air flow control to the defrost position The air conditioning will be turned on automatically and the air intake control to the fresh air position For maximum heat move the temperature con trol to Warm B700A01A AAT BI LEVEL HEATING Your Hyundai is equipped with bi level heating controls This makes it possible to have cooler air from the dashboard vents and warmer air from the floor outl...

Page 75: ...hat these are not blocked by leaves snow ice or other obstructions o To prevent interior fog on the windshield set the air intake control to the fresh air position and fan speed to the desired posi tion B740A01A AAT AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH If Installed The air conditioning is turned on by pushing the A C button on the heating air conditioning con trol panel B710A01A AAT VENTILATION To operate the ...

Page 76: ...peed of the air conditioning compressor o On steep grades turn the air conditioner off to avoid the possibility of the engine over heating o During winter months or in periods when the air conditioner is not used regularly run the air conditioner once every month for a few minutes This will help circulate the lubri cants and keep your system in peak operat ing condition B740C01A AAT De Humidified ...

Page 77: ... 16 B760A04A GAT AIR FILTER For Evaporator and Blower unit If Installed Inside of a vehicle Evaporator core Filter Blower Outside air CAUTION o Replace the filter every 12 000 miles 20 000 km or once a year If the car is being driven in severe conditions such as dusty rough roads more frequent air filter inspections and changes are required o When the air flow rate is suddenly de creased it must b...

Page 78: ...ion o Set the air flow control to the defrost position The air conditioning will be turned on automati cally o Set the temperature control to the desired position o Set the fan speed control between 1 and 4 position To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield o Activate the windshield wipers and washer to remove light frost and moisture o Set the air intake control to the fresh position o Se...

Page 79: ... the atmo sphere In addition they curve around ob structions so that they can provide better signal coverage B750A02A AAT STEREO SOUND SYSTEM How Car Audio Works AM and FM radio signals are broadcast from transmitter towers located around your city They are intercepted by the radio antenna on your car This signal is then received by the radio and sent to your car speakers When a strong radio signa...

Page 80: ... with the audio equipment In such a case use the cellular phone at a place as far as possible from the audio equipment o Fading As your car moves away from the radio station the signal will weaken and sound will begin to fade When this occurs we suggest that you select another stronger station o Flutter Static Weak FM signals or large obstructions between the transmitter and your radio can disturb...

Page 81: ...1 POWER ON OFF BALANCE VOLUME SCAN Control Knob H210A01O AAT STEREO RADIO OPERATION H215 If Installed H210A01O 2 FADER Control Knob 3 BASS TREBLE Control Knob 4 BAND Selector 5 TUNE SEEK Select Button 6 PRESET Station Select Button ...

Page 82: ...r AM FM1 and FM2 o Select the desired station to be stored by seek scan or manual tuning o Determine the preset station select button you wish to use to access that station o Press the station select button for more than two seconds A select button indicator will show in the display indicating which select button you have depressed You should then release the button and proceed to program the next...

Page 83: ...1O GAT STEREO RADIO OPERATION H245 If Installed H240A01O 1 POWER ON OFF VOLUME Control Knob 5 BAND Selector 4 TUNE SEEK Select Button 7 SCAN Button 6 PRESET Buttons 2 BASS BALANCE Control Knob BASS BAL 3 TREBLE FADER Control Knob TREB FAD ...

Page 84: ...nto the memory of the radio Then by simply pressing the band select button and or one of the six station select buttons you may recall any of these stations instantly To pro gram the stations follow these steps o Press band selector to set the band for AM FM and FM2 o Select the desired station to be stored by seek or manual tuning o Determine the preset station select button you wish to use to ac...

Page 85: ... button o When completed any preset station may be recalled by selecting AM FM or FM2 band and the appropriate station button 7 SCAN Button When the scan button is pressed the frequency will increase and the receivable stations will be tuned in one after another receiving each sta tion for 5 seconds To stop scanning press the scan button again ...

Page 86: ...ES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1 73 H240C01O GAT CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER OPERATION H245 If Installed H240A01O 3 TAPE PROGRAM Button 2 AUTO MUSIC SELECT Button 4 EJECT Button 1 FF REW Button 6 TAPE SLOT 5 DOLBY SELECT Button ...

Page 87: ... the beginn ing of the next music segment o Pressing the button will start replay at the beginning of the music just listened to 3 TAPE PROGRAM Button This allows you to play the reverse side of the tape by merely pressing the program button An arrow will appear in the display to show tape direction NOTE When tape operation is abnormal or ER8 fault code is displayed press the eject button more tha...

Page 88: ...75 H260A01O AAT STEREO RADIO OPERATION H265 If Installed 1 POWER ON OFF VOLUME BALANCE Control Knob H260A01A 2 FADER Control Knob 3 BASS TREBLE Control Knob 4 SCAN Button 5 TUNE SEEK Select Button 6 BAND Selector 7 PRESET Button ...

Page 89: ...utomatically tune to the next lower frequency 6 BAND Selector Pressing the button changes the AM FM1 and FM2 bands The mode selected is dis played on LCD 7 PRESET STATION SELECT Button Six 6 stations for AM FM and FM2 respective ly can be preset in the electronic memory circuit on this unit H260B04O AAT 1 POWER ON OFF Control Knob The radio unit may be operated when the igni tion key is in the ACC...

Page 90: ...r manual tuning o Determine the preset station select button you wish to use to access that station o Press the station select button for more than two seconds A select button indicator will show in the display indicating which select button you have depressed The frequency display will flash after it has been stored into the memory You should then release the button and proceed to program the nex...

Page 91: ...1 78 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI H260B01O AAT COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION H265 If Installed 1 Playing CD H260A01A 2 FF REW Button 3 TRACK UP DOWN 4 SCAN Button 5 REPEAT Button 6 EJECT Button ...

Page 92: ... ing to press the RPT button To cancel press again o If you do not release RPT operation when the track ends it will automatically be re played This process will be continued until you push the button again 6 EJECT Button When the EJECT button is pressed with a CD loaded the CD will eject NOTE o To assure proper operation of the unit keep the vehicle interior temperature within a normal range by u...

Page 93: ...JECT ERROR LOADING ERROR FOCUS ERROR DATA READ ERROR DISC ERROR TAPE DECK ERROR TAPE EJECT ERROR After resetting the audio push the eject button If disc is not ejected consult your Hyundai dealer Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged Press the eject button and pull out the disc Then insert a normal CD disc Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the C D player Make sure the disc is not...

Page 94: ...g pulled into the unit by the Self Loading mechanism Keep Your Discs Clean Fingerprints dust or soil on the surface could cause the pickup to skip signal tracks Wipe the surface clean with a clean soft cloth If the surface is heavily soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent to wipe it clean See drawing B850A01L B850A02L B860A01A AAT Care of Cassette Tapes B860A01L P...

Page 95: ...he drive mechanism when you try to eject it Do not leave tape sitting where they are ex posed to high temperatures or high humidity such as on top of the dashboard or in the player If a tape is excessively hot or cold let it reach a moderate temperature before putting it in the player B860A03L Head Cotton applicator HLC216 B860A02L o Never leave a cassette inserted in the player when not being pla...

Page 96: ... proper reception B870B01Y AAT Power Antenna If Installed The antenna will automatically be extended when the radio power switch is turned on while the ignition key is in either the ON or ACC position The antenna will automatically be re tracted and stored when either the radio power switch is turned off or the ignition key is set to the LOCK position NOTE o Before turning on the radio make sure t...

Page 97: ...arting the Engine 2 3 Key Positions 2 3 Starting 2 4 Operating the Manual Transaxle 2 5 Automatic Transaxle 2 7 Good Braking Practices 2 10 Anti Lock Brake System 2 10 Driving for Economy 2 11 Winter Driving 2 12 Trailer Towing 2 14 2 ...

Page 98: ...etting the engine idle in your garage even with the garage door open is a hazardous practice Never run the engine in your garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the car out o Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the car If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the car be sure to do so only in an open area with...

Page 99: ... o If your Hyundai is equipped with a manual transaxle place the shift lever in neutral and depress the clutch pedal fully o If your Hyundai has an automatic transaxle place the shift lever in P park o To start the engine insert the ignition key and turn it to the START position Release it as soon as the engine starts Do not hold the key in the START position for more than 15 seconds NOTE o For sa...

Page 100: ...odorless and can cause serious injury or death o ON When the key is in the ON position the ignition is on and all accessories may be turned on If the engine is not running the key should not be left in the ON position This will discharge the battery and may also damage the ignition sys tem o ACC With the key in the ACC position some elec trical accessories radio etc may be operat ed o LOCK The key...

Page 101: ...allow the engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the vehicle in gear C070A02A AAT OPERATING THE MANUAL TRANSAXLE Your Hyundai s manual transaxle has a conven tional shift pattern This shift pattern is also imprinted on the shift knob The transaxle is fully synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gear is easily accom plished C070A01A NOTE o To shift ...

Page 102: ...wn before shifting to a lower gear This will help avoid over revving the engine which can cause damage o Slow down when you encounter cross winds This gives you much better control of your car o Be sure the car is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into reverse The transaxle can be damaged if you do not To shift into reverse depress the clutch move the shift lever to neutral wait three...

Page 103: ...e selector lever to R position CAUTION Never shift into R or P position while the car is moving NOTE Depress the brake pedal and push the button when shifting Push the button when shifting The selector lever can be shifted freely For optimum fuel economy accelerate gradu ally The transaxle will automatically shift to the second third and overdrive gears C090A01A CAUTION Never place the selector le...

Page 104: ...ft up to 3rd gear is per formed However the shift up to third gear is done when the car speed exceeds a certain value to prevent the engine from over revving Manually move the selector to D returning to normal driving condition C090H01A AAT NOTE o For smooth and safe operation depress the brake pedal when shifting from Neu tral position or Park position to a for ward or reverse gear o The ignition...

Page 105: ...n 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 vehicle speed can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle to go out of control If you cannot move the shift lever from the P Park position to any other position with the brake pedal ...

Page 106: ... 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...

Page 107: ...n o Don t ride the brake or clutch pedal This can increase fuel consumption and also in crease wear on these components In addi tion 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 o Take care of your tires Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure Incorrect infla tion either too mu...

Page 108: ...e in your battery can be checked by your Hyundai dealer or a service station C160E01A AAT Change to Winter Weight Oil if Necessary In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity winter weight oil be used during cold weather See Section 9 for recommendations If you aren t sure what weight oil you should use consult your Hyundai dealer C160C01A AAT Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant...

Page 109: ...ply it only temporarily while you 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 C160K01A AAT Carry Emergency Equipment Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car you should carry appropriate emergency equipment Some of the items you may want to carry incl...

Page 110: ...ered by the limited warranties applying to your Hyundai Damages or malfunctions that result from tow ing a trailer for commercial purposes are specifi cally not covered by Hyundai limited warranties C180A01A AAT USE OF LIGHTS Check your lights regularly for correct operation and always keep them clean When driving during the day in conditions of poor visibility it is helpful to drive with headligh...

Page 111: ... AN EMERGENCY If the Engine Will Not Start 3 2 Jump Starting 3 3 If the Engine Overheats 3 4 Spare Tire 3 4 If You Have a Flat Tire 3 5 If Your Car Must Be Towed 3 10 Emergency Towing 3 12 If You Lose Your Keys 3 12 3 ...

Page 112: ...rs 3 Try to start the engine again If your vehicle will not start contact a Hyundai dealer or seek other qualified assistance WARNING 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 addition push or pull starting may cause the catalytic converter to be overloaded and create a fire hazard D010B01A D010C01A D 1 If your ca...

Page 113: ... a car with a discharged battery follow this procedure exactly 1 If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle be sure the two vehicles are not touching 2 Turn off all unnecessary lights and acces sories in both vehicles 3 Attach the clamps of the jumper cable in the exact location shown on the previous page First attach one clamp of the jumper cable to the positive post or cable of the d...

Page 114: ...of coolant and no steam leave the engine running and check to be sure the engine cooling fan is operating If the fan is not running turn the engine off 4 Check to see if the water pump drive belt is missing If it is not missing check to see that it is tight If the drive belt seems to be satisfactory check for coolant leaking from the radiator hoses or under the car If the air conditioner had been ...

Page 115: ...th your fingers until there is no more play in the spare tire CAUTION o Do not use snow chains with your tempo rary spare tire o Do not use more than one temporary spare tire at a time HLC4011 D050A01A AAT IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat while you are driving 1 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and let the car slow down while driving straight ahead Do not apply the brakes immedi...

Page 116: ...everse gear manual transaxle and that the parking brake is set then D060A01A D060K02Y AAT Wheel Cap If Installed 1 Wrap a piece of cloth around the tip of the wrench bar to avoid scratching 2 Insert the wrench bar into the groove of the wheel cap and pry gently to remove the wheel cap 3 Change the flat tire 4 Reinstall the wheel cap by fitting the boss of the wheel cap in the groove of the wheel h...

Page 117: ...e jack D060C01A AAT 2 Block the Wheel D060D01A AAT 3 Loosen Wheel Nuts The wheel nuts should be loosened slightly before raising the car To loosen the nuts turn the wrench handle counterclockwise When doing this be sure that the socket is seated completely over the nut so it cannot slip off For maximum leverage position the wrench so the handle is to the right as shown in the drawing Then while ho...

Page 118: ...le 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 Wrench bar Wheel nut wrench D0...

Page 119: ...els 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...

Page 120: ...on and inflate to the correct pressure If it is too high adjust it until it is correct Always reinstall the valve cap after checking or adjusting tire pressure If the cap is not replaced air may leak from the tire If you lose a valve cap buy another and install it as soon as possible After you have changed wheels always secure the flat tire in its place in the trunk and return the jack and tools t...

Page 121: ...s not designed to hold the front wheels straight while the car is being towed o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension components are damaged a towing dolly must be used D080C02A AAT TOWING A CAR WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION A car with an automatic transaxle should never be towed from the rear with the front wheels on the ground This can cause seri ous damage to the transaxle If the car mus...

Page 122: ...ith the engine running A driver must be in the towed car to steer it and operate the brakes D120A01A AAT IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS If you lose your keys many Hyundai dealers can make you a new key if you have your key number If you lock the keys inside your car and you cannot obtain a new key many Hyundai dealers can use special tools to open the door for you CAUTION If the car is being towed with all...

Page 123: ...4 CORROSION PREVENTION APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Protection 4 2 To Help Prevent Corrosion 4 2 Washing and Waxing 4 3 Cleaning the Interior 4 4 4 ...

Page 124: ...oisture in contact with the vehicle Even though the mud appears to be dry it can still retain moisture and promote corrosion High temperatures can also accelerate corro sion of parts that are not properly ventilated so the moisture can be dispersed For all these reasons it is particularly important to keep your car clean and free of mud or accumulations of other materials This applies not only on ...

Page 125: ...e to give aluminum alloy wheels special attention in win ter If you drive on salted roads clean the wheels thoroughly afterwards After washing be sure to rinse thoroughly If soapy water dries on the finish streaking will result When the weather is warm and the humidity low you may find it necessary to rinse each section immediately after washing to avoid streaking After rinsing dry the car using a...

Page 126: ...ining Bumpers Special precautions must be observed to pre serve the appearance of the bumpers on your Hyundai They are o Be careful not to spill battery electrolyte or hydraulic brake fluid on the bumpers If you do wash it off immediately with clean water o Be gentle when cleaning the bumper sur faces They are made of soft plastic and the surface can be damaged if mistreated Do not use abrasive cl...

Page 127: ...ergent and warm water Do not use strong detergents dye bleach or abra sive materials on the seat belts as this may weaken the fabric While cleaning the belts inspect them for ex cessive wear cuts fraying or other signs of damage and replace them if necessary E040E01A AAT Cleaning the Windows You may use any household window cleaner on the windows However when cleaning the in side of the rear windo...

Page 128: ...5 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS Maintenance Intervals 5 2 Scheduled Maintenance 5 4 Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions 5 6 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items 5 7 5 ...

Page 129: ...ugh it is strongly recommended that they be performed by the factory trained or distribu tor trained technicians at your Hyundai dealer these procedures may be performed at any qualified service facility It is suggested that genuine Hyundai service parts be used for any required repairs or re placements Other parts of equivalent quality such as engine oil engine coolant manual or auto transaxle oi...

Page 130: ...perienced or suspected o Receipts for all emission control system ser vices should be retained to demonstrate com pliance with conditions of the emissions sys tem warranty o After 120 months or 150 000 miles 240 000 km continue to follow the prescribed main tenance intervals o For severe usage maintenance requirements see page 5 6 of this section ...

Page 131: ...5 84 42 R R I 60 96 48 R I I R R 67 5 108 54 R 75 120 60 R 82 5 132 66 R 90 144 72 R I I R R 97 5 156 78 R 105 168 84 R R I 112 5 180 90 R 120 192 96 R I I R R 127 5 204 102 R 135 216 108 R 142 5 228 114 R F030B02A AAT R Replace I Inspect and after inspection clean adjust repair or replace if necessary F030A01A AAT SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE The following maintenance services must be performed to assur...

Page 132: ... I 22 5 36 18 30 48 24 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 37 5 60 30 45 72 36 I I I I I I I I 52 5 84 42 60 96 48 I R 2 I I I I I I I I I I I I 67 5 108 54 75 120 60 I I I I I I I I 82 5 132 66 90 144 72 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 97 5 156 78 105 168 84 R I I I I I I I 112 5 180 90 120 192 96 I R 2 I I I I I I I I I I I I 127 5 204 102 135 216 108 I I I I I I I I 142 5 228 114 150 240 120 I I I I I I I ...

Page 133: ... 000 KM MORE FREQUENTLY SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS A Repeated short distance driving B Extensive idling C Driving in dusty rough roads D Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather E Driving in sandy areas F More than 50 driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32 C 90 F G Driving in mountainous areas H Driving as a patrol car taxi or other commerc...

Page 134: ...F060G01A AAT o Vapor hose and fuel filler cap The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should be inspected at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule Make sure that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is correctly re placed F060F01A AAT o Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence of heat and or mechanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts...

Page 135: ...perating temperature Check the automatic transaxle fluid level with the engine running and the transaxle in neutral with the parking brake properly applied Use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF DIAMOND ATF SP III or SK ATF SP III when adding or changing fluid F070K01A AAT o Exhaust pipe and muffler Visually inspect the exhaust pipes muffler and hangers for cracks deterioration or damage Start the engine and lis...

Page 136: ...01A AAT o Air conditioning refrigerant Check the air conditioning lines and connec tions for leakage and damage Check air condi tioning performance according to the relevant shop manual if necessary F070P01A AAT o Driveshafts and boots Check the drive shafts boots and clamps for cracks deterioration or damage Replace any damaged parts and if necessary repack the grease F070N01A AAT o Power steerin...

Page 137: ... the Air Cleaner Filter 6 9 Checking the Transaxle Oil Manual 6 10 Checking the Transaxle Fluid Automatic 6 11 Checking the Brakes 6 13 Checking the Clutch Fluid 6 14 Air Conditioning Care 6 14 Changing the Air Filter For Evaporator and Blower Unit 6 15 Checking Drive Belts 6 17 Checking and Replacing Fuses 6 18 Power Steering Fluid Level 6 20 Replacement of Bulbs 6 22 Fuse Panel Description 6 28 ...

Page 138: ... reservoir 7 Clutch fluid reservoir 8 Air filter element 9 Relay box 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap 11 Engine oil level dipstick 12 Radiator cap 13 Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick If Installed 14 Battery 1 CAUTION When inspecting or ser vicing the engine you should handle tools and other heavy objects care fully so that the plastic rocker cover of the engine is not damaged 2 3 4...

Page 139: ...correctly inspect it carefully and seek assistance from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed G020A01A AAT GENERAL CHECKS Engine Compartment The following should be checked regularly 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 coola...

Page 140: ... operating temperature and be sure it is parked on level ground Turn the engine off Wait five minutes then remove the dipstick wipe it off fully reinsert the dipstick and with draw it again Then note the highest level the oil has reached on the dipstick It should be be tween the upper FULL and lower LOW range G030D01A AAT Adding Oil If the oil level is close to or below the LOW mark add oil until ...

Page 141: ... engine oil 7 Refill the crankcase with the recommended engine oil Refer to the specification in chap ter 9 for engine oil capacity 8 Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter 9 Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level NOTE Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally acceptable manner It is sug gested that it be placed in a sealed co...

Page 142: ...iator cap when the engine is hot When the engine is hot the engine coolant is under pressure and may erupt through the opening if the cap is re moved You could be seriously burned if you do not observe this precaution Do not re move the radiator cap until the radiator is cool to the touch Water 65 60 50 40 Antifreeze solution 35 40 50 60 Ambient temperature F C 5 15 13 25 31 35 49 45 Enginecoolant...

Page 143: ...unterclockwise with out pressing down on it until it stops This relieves any pressure remaining in the cool ing system And remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise Now fill the radiator with clean demineralized or distilled water Continue to add clean demineralized or distilled water in small quan tities until the fluid level stays up in the radiator neck G050D01A G050D...

Page 144: ...ll find it easier to change spark plugs if the engine is cold Always change one spark plug at a time This helps avoid getting the wires mixed up G060C01A D 1 Remove the center cover on the engine rocker cover 2 Using a clean cloth remove any dirt that has accumulated around the base of the spark plug so it cannot fall into the cylinder when the spark plug is removed Recommended Spark Plugs CHAMPIO...

Page 145: ...ai replacement parts are recom mended 5 To remove the old spark plug turn the wrench handle in a counterclockwise direction NOTE Spark plugs should be tightened firmly Over tightening can damage the threads in the aluminum cylinder head Also leaving them too loose can cause the spark plugs to get very hot and possibly result in damage to the engine 7 Replace the cable by pushing the insulated conn...

Page 146: ...the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5 Recommended Oil Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W 90 API GL 4 or equivalent in the manual transaxle Manual Transaxle Oil Capacity The oil capacity of the manual transaxle is 2 27 U S quarts 2 15 liters HXGS506 Drainplug Fillerplug G080A02A AAT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES The wiper blades should be carefully inspected from time to time and cleaned to r...

Page 147: ...omatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF DIAMOND ATF SP III or SK ATF SP III Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty G110C02A AAT Transaxle Fluid Capacity The fluid capacity of the automatic transaxle is 6 45 U S quarts 6 1 liters 2 Use your finger or suitable tool to feel inside the hole The oil level should be at...

Page 148: ...transaxle fluid through the dipstick tube until the level reaches the HOT range Do not overfill G110D03A G110D04A Fluid level should be within HOT range WARNING The cooling fan is controlled by the engine coolant temperature and may sometimes op erate even when the engine is not running Use extreme caution when working near the blades of the cooling fan so that you are not injured by a rotating fa...

Page 149: ... to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications in your braking system Follow the instructions printed on the container The fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir should be checked periodically The level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark carefully add fluid to bring it up to MAX Do not overfill HLC5035 WARNING Handle brake fluid caref...

Page 150: ...otherwise in use G140B01A AAT Checking the Air Conditioner Opera tion 1 Start the engine and let it run at fast idle for several minutes with the air conditioner set at the maximum cold setting 2 If the air coming out of the in dash vents is not cold have the air conditioning system inspected by your Hyundai dealer WARNING Use caution when handling brake fluid It can damage your vision if you get ...

Page 151: ...o check it with a force of 22 lb 98N the deflection should be 0 315 inches approx 8 0 mm If the belt is too loose have it adjusted by your Hyundai dealer CRANK PULLEY G140D01A A C TENSION PULLEY 0 315 in 8mm HLC2096 B145A01A GAT CHANGING THE AIR FILTER For Evaporator and Blower Unit If Installed The air filter is located in front of the evaporator unit behind the glove box It helps to decrease pol...

Page 152: ...r repaired if necessary G160A01A AAT CHECKING CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY With the engine off press lightly on the clutch pedal until you feel a change in resistance This is the clutch pedal free play The free play should be within the limits specified in the illustration below If it is not have it inspected by your Hyundai dealer and adjusted or repaired if nec essary HLC5008 1 18 in 30 mm G160A01E 0 ...

Page 153: ... replaced if necessary Belt routing should also be checked to be sure there is no interference between the belts and other parts of the engine After a belt is replaced the new belt should be adjusted again after two or three weeks to eliminate slack resulting from initial stretching after use Water Pump Pulley Alternator Pulley Crankshaft Pulley 0 2 0 24in 5 1 6 mm HTB186 G180A01A AAT CHECKING BRA...

Page 154: ...re 1 Turn off the ignition and all other switches 2 Open the fuse box and examine each fuse Remove each fuse by pulling it toward you a small fuse puller tool is contained in the fuse box to simplify this operation 3 Be sure to check all other fuses even if you find one that appears to have burned out HLC4003 4 Replace the blown fuse by pressing a new fuse of the same rating into place The fuse sh...

Page 155: ...ic 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...

Page 156: ... 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 NOTE Grinding noise from the power steering pump may be heard immediately after the engine is started in extremely cold conditions below 4 F If the noise stops during warm up there is no ...

Page 157: ...tter understanding of your car and how it works G290A04A AAT HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT Before performing aiming adjustment make sure of the following 1 Keep all tires inflated to the correct pressure 2 Place the vehicle on level ground and press the front bumper rear bumper down sever al times Place vehicle at a distance of 118 in 3m from the test wall 3 See that the vehicle is unloaded except f...

Page 158: ...ber and wattage rating See page 6 27 for the wattage descriptions CAUTION Keep the lamps out of contact with petro leum products such as oil gasoline etc G290B02A AAT Adjustment After Headlight Assembly Replacement If the vehicle has had front body repair and the headlight assembly has been replaced the head light aiming should be checked using an aiming screen as shown in the illustration Turn on...

Page 159: ...lways grasp the bulb by its plastic base avoid touching the glass 4 Using a socket wrench of the correct size remove the headlight assembly mounting bolts 6 Remove the dust cover HLC5011 HLC5009 5 Disconnect the power cord from the bulb base in the back of the headlight 7 Push the bulb spring to remove the headlight bulb HLC5010 HLC5034 1 ...

Page 160: ...and dispose of the used bulb with care G270B01A GAT Front Turn Signal light Position Light 1 Disconnect the power cord from the bulb HLC5034 HLC5012 1 2 2 To replace the front turn signal light 1 or position light 2 take it out from the bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise 3 Install the new bulb 8 Remove the protective cap from the replace ment bulb and install the new bulb by match ing the ...

Page 161: ...3 To replace the rear combination light stop tail light turn signal light or back up light take it out from the bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise 2 1 3 G270C01TB AAT Luggage Compartment Light If Installed HLC5014 1 Remove the cover with a flat head screw driver 3 Door 4 Door HLC5016 3 Door G270D02A 4 Door 1 2 3 1 Stop Tail Light 2 Turn Signal Light 3 Back up Light 4 Install the new bulb ...

Page 162: ...led 1 Remove the cover with a flat head screw driver HLC5017 HLC5018 2 Replace with a new bulb G270H01A GAT Interior Light 1 Remove the cover with a flat head screw driver HLC5019 HLC5020 2 Replace with a new bulb 3 Replace with a new bulb HTB283 2 Disconnect the power cord HTB284 ...

Page 163: ...alled License Plate Light Part Name Front Position Light Head light High Low Front Turn Signal Light Interior Light Map Light If Installed InteriorLight Front Fog Light If Installed Front Side Marker Light No 8 9 10 11 12 G280A03A AAT G280A02A 5 2 Wattage 5 60 55 27 10 10 27 5 No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Wattage 27 27 8 4 Door 28 8 3 Door 17 17 5 5 5 Part Name 7 6 12 10 11 1 3 4 9 8 9 8 10 11 12 4 DOOR 3 DOO...

Page 164: ...nector Power window Condenser fan control Radiator fan Condenser fan ECM Oxygen sensor Purge control valve SMATRA Glow plug relay Heater relay Stop lamp switch A C relay Horn relay Illumination lamps Left rear combination lamp License lamp DRL control Position lamp H LP washer relay Right rear combination lamp License lamp Position lamp Left head lamp DRL control Instrument cluster Right head lamp...

Page 165: ...r door lock Hazard warning ETACM Stop lamp A T shift lever A T key interlock solenoid Rear window defogger Head lamp Power window Head lamp leveling Head lamp washer ETACM Front fog lamp Blower control Rear intermittent washer Fuel filter relay Front wiper washer Seat warmer ABS control ABS bleeding Digital clock Audio A T shift key lock control module Cigarette lighter Power outside mirror Rear w...

Page 166: ...7 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Emission Control System 7 2 Catalytic Converter 7 2 7 ...

Page 167: ...from the crank case This system supplies filtered fresh air to the crankcase through the air intake hose In side the crankcase the fresh air mixes with blow by gases then passes through the PCV valve into the induction system H010A01A AAT EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your Hyundai is equipped with an emission control system to meet all requirements of the U S Environmental Protection Agency or Cali forn...

Page 168: ...er operation of the electrical ignition or multiport electronic fuel injection o If your engine stalls pings knocks or is hard to start have your Hyundai dealer inspect and repair the problem as soon as possible o Avoid driving with a very low fuel level Running out of gasoline may cause the engine to misfire and result in damage to the catalytic converter o Avoid idling the engine for periods lon...

Page 169: ... Engine Number 8 2 Recommended Inflation Pressures 8 2 Snow Tires 8 3 Tire Chains 8 3 Tire Rotation 8 4 Tire Balancing 8 4 Tire Traction 8 4 When to Replace Tires 8 4 Spare Tire and Tools 8 5 Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle 8 5 Consumer Information 8 6 Reporting Safety Defects 8 7 8 ...

Page 170: ...e engine and passenger compartments 2 On the left top side of the instrument panel where it can be seen by looking down through the windshield 3 Door edge post 4 On the lower side of the center pillar outer panel I010B01A AAT Engine Number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown in the drawing I020A01A AAT TIRE INFORMATION The tires supplied on your new Hyundai are chosen to prov...

Page 171: ...o not drive faster than the speed limit when your car is equipped with snow tires I050A03A AAT TIRE CHAINS Tire chains if necessary should be installed on the front wheels Be sure that the chains are installed in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions To minimize tire and chain wear do not con tinue to use tire chains when they are no longer needed WARNING o When driving on roads covered ...

Page 172: ...ION Tires should be rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km If you notice that tires are wearing un evenly between rotations have the car checked by a Hyundai dealer so the cause may be corrected After rotating adjust the tire pressures and be sure to check the wheel nut torque HEF 241 WARNING o Do not use the temporary spare tire for tire rotation o Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tires under any ...

Page 173: ...02E AAT SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your Hyundai is delivered with the following Spare tire and wheel Wheel nut wrench Wrench bar Jack I100A01A I110A01A AAT SHOP MANUAL A Hyundai Shop Manual is available from your authorized Hyundai dealer It s written for pro fessional technicians but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to under stand I120A02A AAT WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE o...

Page 174: ...sed on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia tions in driving hab...

Page 175: ...e New Jersey New York Pennsylvanina Rhode Is land Vermont Virginia West Virginia Eastern Region 1100 Cranbury South River Road Jamesburg NJ 08831 800 633 5151 Southern Region Alabama Arkansas Flori da Georgia Louisiana Mississippi North Caro lina South Carolina Oklahoma Tennessee Texas Southern Region 270 Riverside Parkway Suite A Austell GA 30168 800 633 5151 Central Region Illinois Indiana Misso...

Page 176: ...If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign How ever NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or write to NHTSA U S Depa...

Page 177: ...9 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS Measurement 9 2 Engine 9 3 Lubrication Chart 9 4 9 ...

Page 178: ...7 KW Type Front brake type Rear brake type Parking brake Inflation Pressure 30PSI 207 kPa 60PSI 414 kPa J010A01A AAT MEASUREMENT J020A01A AAT POWER STEERING J060A01A AAT FUEL SYSTEM J040A01A AAT ELECTRICAL J050A01A AAT BRAKE J030A03A AAT TIRE 4 DOOR 167 7 4260 66 1 1680 54 9 1395 96 1 2440 56 5 1435 56 1 1425 Item Overall length Overall width Overall height unladen Wheel base Wheel tread Front Rea...

Page 179: ...1 0 to 1 1 mm Auto lash Auto lash BTDC 10 5 1 3 4 2 SH SG or SG CD and ABOVE multigrade and fuel efficient oil J070A04A AAT ENGINE ITEMS Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement cc Idle Speed RPM Spark plug Spark plug gap Valve Clearance warm engine Ignition timing Base Firing order Oil grade API NGK CHAMPION Intake valve Exhaust valve ...

Page 180: ...4 6 1 0 95 0 79 0 9 As required 6 2 5 2 5 88 5 8 4 8 5 48 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 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 PSF 3 DOT 3 DOT 4 or Equivalent Ethylene glycol b...

Page 181: ...10 INDEX 10 ...

Page 182: ... your Hyundai from corrosion 4 2 Washing and waxing 4 3 D Defrosting Defogging 1 65 Door Central door lock 1 6 Door locks 1 4 Locking unlocking front door with a key 1 4 A Airbag 1 26 Air Conditioner Care 6 14 Operation 1 63 Air Filter For Evaporator and Blower Unit 1 64 Antenna 1 83 Ashtray 1 45 Audio Fault Code 1 80 Audio System Cassette tape player operation H245 1 73 Compact disk player operat...

Page 183: ...ght Front 1 44 Front Seats Adjustable front seats 1 10 Adjustable headrests 1 10 Adjusting seatback angle 1 10 Adjusting seatback forward and rearward 1 10 Lumbar support control 1 11 Seat cushion height adjustment 1 11 Seat pocket 1 48 Fuel Capacity 9 2 Gauge 1 36 Recommendations 1 2 Fuel Filler Lid Remote release 1 52 Fuses 6 18 G General Checks 6 3 Glove box 1 47 H Hazard Warning System 1 43 He...

Page 184: ... Spark Plugs 6 8 Speedometer 1 37 Starting Procedures 2 4 Steering Wheel Free play 6 16 Stereo Sound System 1 66 Sun Visor 1 55 I Ignition Switch 2 3 Instrument Cluster and Indicator 1 33 Instrument Panel Light Control Rheostat 1 45 Interior Light 1 47 J Jump Starting 3 3 K Keys 1 3 If you lose your keys 3 12 Positions 2 3 M Maintenance Intervals Explanation of scheduled maintenance items 5 7 Main...

Page 185: ...t be towed 3 10 Trailer towing 2 14 Transaxle Automatic 2 7 Automatic transaxle fluid checking 6 11 Manual 2 5 Manual transaxle oil checking 6 10 Trip Computer 1 38 Trunk Emergency latch release 1 54 Remote release 1 53 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 8 2 Vehicle Specifications Engine 9 3 Lubrication Chart 9 4 Measurement 9 2 W Warning Lights and Indicatior 1 34 Windows Manual 1 8 Power 1 9 Wi...

Page 186: ... 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 4 MANUAL TRANSAXLE MANUAL TRANSAXLE MANUAL TRANSAXLE MANUAL TRANSAXLE 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 AUTOMATI...

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