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Hyundai Tiburon (2008 year). Instruction - part 11

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

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Raise the car high enough so that the

4. Put the Jack in Place

5. Raising the Car

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:

Wrench bar

Do not get under the car when it is

supported by the jack! This is very

Wheel nut

dangerous as the jack could fall and

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wrench

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cause serious injury or death. No

The base of the jack should be placed

After inserting a bar into the wheel nut

one should stay in the car while the

on firm, level ground. The jack should

wrench, install the bar into the jack as

jack is being used.

be positioned as shown in the drawing.

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 posi-

tioned 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.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

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6. Changing Wheels

wheel nuts could come loose and

cause the loss of a wheel. Loss of a

wheel may result in loss of control of

the vehicle. This may cause serious

injury or death.

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7. Reinstall Wheel Nuts

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Loosen the wheel nuts and remove

WARNING:

them with your fingers. Slide the wheel

Wheels and wheel covers may have

off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot

sharp edges. Handle them carefully

roll away. To put the wheel on the hub,

to avoid possible severe injury. Be-

pick up the spare tire, line up the holes

fore putting the wheel into place, be

with the studs and slide the wheel onto

sure that there is nothing on the hub

them. If this is difficult, tip the wheel

or wheel (such as mud, tar, gravel,

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slightly and get the top hole in the wheel

etc.) that interferes with the wheel

To reinstall the wheel, hold it on the

lined up with the top stud. Then jiggle

from fitting solidly against the hub. If

studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs

the wheel back and forth until the wheel

there is, remove it. If there is not

and tighten them finger tight. The nuts

can be slid over the other studs.

good contact on the mounting sur-

should be installed with their small di-

face between the wheel and hub, the

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ameter ends directed inward. Jiggle the

on the wrench handle or use an exten-

After Changing Wheels

tire to be sure it is completely seated,

sion pipe over the wrench handle.

then tighten the nuts as much as pos-

Go around the wheel tightening every

sible with your fingers again.

other nut until they are all tight. Then

double-check each nut for tightness.

After changing wheels, have a techni-

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8. Lower Vehicle and Tighten Nuts

cian tighten the wheel nuts to their

proper torque as soon as possible.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

Steel wheel & aluminium alloy wheel:

65-80 lb.ft (900-1,100kg.cm)

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If you have a tire gauge, remove the

valve cap and check the air pressure. If

the pressure is lower than recom-

mended, drive slowly to the nearest

service station and inflate to the correct

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pressure. If it is too high, adjust it until

Lower the car to the ground by turning

it is correct. Always reinstall the valve

the wheel nut wrench counterclock-

cap after checking or adjusting tire

wise. Then position the wrench as shown

pressure. If the cap is not replaced, air

in the drawing and tighten the wheel

may leak from the tire. If you lose a

nuts. Be sure the socket is seated

valve cap, buy another and install it as

completely over the nut. Do not stand

soon as possible.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

IF YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE

TOWED

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After you have changed wheels, al-

If your vehicle has to be towed, it should be done

Towing the Vehicle

ways secure the flat tire in its place in

by your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow

the luggage compartment and return

truck service. This will help assure that your

vehicle is not damaged in towing. Also, profes-

the jack and tools to their proper stor-

sionals are generally aware of local laws gov-

age locations.

erning towing. In any case, rather than risk

damage to your car, it is suggested that you

show this information to the tow truck operator.

Be sure that a safety chain system is used and

that all local laws are observed.

It is recommended that your vehicle be towed

with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment

with all the wheels off the ground.

CAUTION:

o Your vehicle can be damaged if towed

dolly

incorrectly!

o Be sure the transaxle is in neutral.

o When the engine will not start, be sure

the steering is unlocked by placing the

key in the "ACC" position.

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Your vehicle can be towed by wheel lift type

truck (1), (2) or flatbed equipment (3).

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

1) If the vehicle is being towed with the rear

Automatic Transaxle:

wheels on the ground, be sure the parking

Be sure to use a towing dolly under the front

brake is released.

wheels.

CAUTION:

When towing the vehicle, take care not to

cause damage to the bumper or under-

NOTE:

body of the vehicle.

Before towing, check the level of the auto-

CAUTION:

matic transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT"

range on the dipstick, add fluid. If you

cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must be

used.

2) If any of the loaded wheels or suspension

components are damaged or the vehicle is

being towed with the front wheels on the

ground, use a towing dolly under the front

wheels.

o Manual Transaxle:

If you do not use a towing dolly, place the

ignition key in the "ACC" position and put the

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transaxle in "N (Neutral)".

A vehicle with an automatic transaxle should

Do not tow with sling type truck as this

never be towed from the rear with the front

may cause damage to the bumper or

wheels on the ground. This can cause se-

underbody of the vehicle.

CAUTION:

rious damage to the transaxle. Be sure to

Do not tow with the key removed or in the

use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

"LOCK" position when towing from the

rear without a towing dolly.

3) It is recommended that your vehicle be

towed with all the wheels off the ground.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

EMERGENCY TOWING

IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS

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For emergency towing when no commercial

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Front

tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable,

If you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers

chain or strap to one of the towing hooks under

can make you a new key if you have your key

the front /rear of your car. Do not attempt to tow

number.

your vehicle in this manner on any unpaved

If you lock the keys inside your car and you

surface. This could result in serious damage to

cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers

your car.

can use special tools to open the door for you.

Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels,

drive train, axles, steering or brakes are dam-

aged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in

neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine

off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine

running). A driver must be in the towed car to

steer it and operate the brakes.

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Rear

CAUTION:

o If the car is being towed with all four

wheels on the ground, it can be towed

only from the front. Be sure that the

transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at

speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h)

and for more than 15 miles (25 km).

o Be sure the steering is unlocked by plac-

ing the key in the "ACC" position. A

driver must be in the towed vehicle to

operate the steering and brakes.

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CORROSION PREVENTION & APPEARANCE CARE

Corrosion Protection

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To Help Prevent Corrosion

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Washing and Waxing

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Cleaning the Interior

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CORROSION PROTECTION

TO HELP PREVENT CORROSION

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Protecting Your Hyundai from

High-Corrosion Areas

You can help prevent corrosion from getting

Corrosion

started by observing the following:

If you live in an area where your car is regularly

exposed to corrosive materials, corrosion pro-

By using the most advanced design and con-

tection is particularly important. Some of the

struction practices to combat corrosion,

common causes of accelerated corrosion are

Hyundai produces cars of the highest quality,

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road salts, dust control chemicals, ocean air

However, this is only part of the job. To achieve

Keep Your Car Clean

and industrial pollution.

the long-term corrosion resistance your

Hyundai can deliver, the owner’s cooperation

The best way to prevent corrosion is to keep

and assistance is also required.

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your car clean and free of corrosive materials.

Moisture Breeds Corrosion

Attention to the underside of the car is particu-

larly important.

Moisture creates the conditions in which corro-

sion is most likely to occur. For example, cor-

o If you live in a high-corrosion area — where

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rosion is accelerated by high humidity, particu-

road salts are used, near the ocean, areas

Common Causes of Corrosion

larly when temperatures are just above freez-

with industrial pollution, acid rain, etc.—, you

ing. In such conditions, the corrosive material is

should take extra care to prevent corrosion.

The most common causes of corrosion on your

kept in contact with the car surfaces by mois-

In winter, hose off the underside of your car

car are:

ture that is slow to evaporate.

at least once a month and be sure to clean

Mud is particularly corrosive because it is slow

the underside thoroughly when winter is

o Road salt, dirt and moisture that is allowed to

to dry and holds moisture in contact with the

over.

accumulate underneath the car.

vehicle. Although the mud appears to be dry, it

o When cleaning underneath the car, give

o Removal of paint or protective coatings by

can still retain the moisture and promote corro-

particular attention to the components under

stones, gravel, abrasion or minor scrapes

sion.

the fenders and other areas that are hidden

and dents which leave unprotected metal

High temperatures can also accelerate corro-

from view. Do a thorough job; just dampening

exposed to corrosion.

sion of parts that are not properly ventilated so

the accumulated mud rather than washing it

the moisture can be dispersed. For all these

away will accelerate corrosion rather than

reasons, it is particularly important to keep your

prevent it. Water under high pressure and

car clean and free of mud or accumulations of

steam are particularly effective in removing

other materials. This applies not only to the

accumulated mud and corrosive materials.

visible surfaces but particularly to the underside

of the car.

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

WASHING AND WAXING

o When cleaning lower door panels, rocker

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panels and frame members, be sure that

Keep Paint and Trim in Good Condition

Washing Your Hyundai

drain holes are kept open so that moisture

Scratches or chips in the finish should be

Never wash your car when the surface is hot

can escape and not be trapped inside to ac-

covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as pos-

from being in the sun. Always wash your car in

celerate corrosion.

sible to reduce the possibility of corrosion. If

the shade.

bare metal is showing through, the attention of

a qualified body and paint shop is recommended.

Wash your car frequently. Dirt is abrasive and

can scratch the paint if it is not removed. Air

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Bird droppings : Bird droppings are highly cor-

pollution or acid rain may damage the paint and

Keep Your Garage Dry

rosive and may damage painted surfaces in just

trim through chemical action if pollutants are

Don’t park your car in a damp, poorly ventilated

a few hours. Always remove bird droppings as

allowed to remain in contact with the surface. If

garage. This creates a favorable environment

soon as possible.

you live near the ocean or in an area where road

for corrosion. This is particularly true if you

salts or dust control chemicals are used, you

wash your car in the garage or drive it into the

should pay particular attention to the underside

garage when it is still wet or covered with snow,

of the car. Start by rinsing the car to remove dust

ice or mud. Even a heated garage can contrib-

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and loose dirt. In winter, or if you have driven

ute to corrosion unless it is well ventilated so

Don’t Neglect the Interior

through mud or muddy water, be sure to thor-

moisture is dispersed.

oughly clean the underside as well. Use a hard

Moisture can collect under the floor mats and

direct stream of water to remove accumulations

carpeting to cause corrosion. Check under the

of mud or corrosive materials. High pressure

mats periodically to be sure the carpeting is dry.

car washes may cause water to enter your

Use particular care if you carry fertilizers, clean-

vehicle. Use a good quality car-washing solu-

ing materials or chemicals in the car.

tion and follow the manufacturer's directions on

These should be carried only in proper contain-

the package. These are available at your

ers and any spills or leaks should be cleaned up,

Hyundai dealer or auto parts outlet. Don't use

flushed with clear water and thoroughly dried.

strong household detergents, gasoline, strong

solvents or abrasive cleaning powders as these

may damage the finish.

Use a clean sponge or cloth, rinse it frequently

and don't damage the finish by rubbing too hard.

For stubborn spots, dampen them frequently

and remove them a little at a time.

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To clean whitewall tires, use a stiff brush or

If you find any nicks or scratches in the paint,

soapy steel-wool scouring pad.

use touch-up paint to cover them to prevent

To clean plastic wheel covers, use a clean

corrosion. To protect the paintwork of the car

CAUTION:

sponge or soft cloth and water.

against corrosion, you must clean your Hyundai

(at least once a month). Give special attention

To clean cast aluminum alloy wheels, use a mild

to the removal of salt, mud and other sub-

soap or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive

stances on the underside of the splashboards

cleaners. Protect the bare-metal surfaces by

of the car. Make sure that the outlets and the

cleaning, polishing and waxing. Because alumi-

underside of the doors are open. Paint damage

num is subject to corrosion, be sure to give

can be caused by small accumulation of tar,

aluminum alloy wheels special attention in win-

industrial precipitation, tree resin, insects and

ter. If you drive on salted roads, clean the

bird droppings, when not removed immediately.

wheels thoroughly afterwards.

If water alone is not strong enough to remove the

accumulated dirt, use a mild car washing solu-

After washing, be sure to rinse thoroughly. If

tion. Be sure to rinse the surface after washing

soapy water dries on the finish, streaking will

to remove the solution. Never allow the solution

result.

to dry on the painted surfaces.

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When the weather is warm and the humidity low,

Water washing in the engine compart-

you may find it necessary to rinse each section

ment including high pressure water

immediately after washing to avoid streaking.

washing may cause the failure of electri-

cal circuits located in the engine com-

After rinsing, dry the car using a damp chamois

partment.

or soft, absorbent cloth. The reason for drying

Never allow water or other liquids to

the car is to remove water from the car so it will

come in contact with electrical/electronic

dry without water spots. Don't rub, this can

components inside the vehicle as this

damage the finish.

may damage them.

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

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Spot Cleaning

Maintaining Bumpers

To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery

Don’t use gasoline, strong solvents or corro-

Special precautions must be observed to pre-

To clean the vinyl upholstery, first remove loose

sive cleaning agents. These can damage the

serve the appearance of the bumpers on your

dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Then apply

finish of the car. To remove road tar, use

Hyundai. They are:

a solution of mild soap or detergent and water

turpentine on a clean, soft cloth or commercially

using a clean sponge or soft cloth. Allow this to

available bug and tar remover. Be gentle.

Be careful not to spill battery electrolyte or

stay on the surface to loosen the dirt, then wipe

To remove dead insects or tree sap, use warm

hydraulic brake fluid on the bumpers. If you

with a clean damp sponge or cloth. If all the dirt

water and mild soap or car-washing solution.

do, wash it off immediately with clear water.

stains are not removed, repeat this procedure

Soak the spot and rub gently. If the paint has lost

Be gentle when cleaning the bumper sur-

until the upholstery is clean. Do not use gaso-

its luster, use a commercial car-cleaning polish.

faces. They are made of soft plastic and the

line, solvent, paint thinner or other strong clean-

surface can be damaged if mistreated. Do

ers.

not use abrasive cleaners. Use warm water

and mild soap or car-washing solution.

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Do not expose the bumpers to high tem-

Polishing and Waxing

peratures. For example, if you have your car

repainted, do not leave the bumpers on the

Always wash and dry the car before polishing

car if the car is going to be placed in a high-

or waxing or using a combination cleaner and

temperature paint booth.

wax. Use a good quality commercial product

and follow the manufacturer’s directions on the

container. Polish and wax the bright trim pieces

as well as the paint.

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When to Wax Again

You should polish and wax the car again when

water no longer beads on a clean surface but

spreads out over a larger area.

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ANY QUESTIONS?

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To Clean the Leather Upholstery

Cleaning the Carpets

If you have any questions about the care of your

(If Installed)

car, consult your Hyundai dealer.

Use a foam-type carpet cleaner. Cleaners of

this type are available in aerosol cans in liquid

In the normal course of use, leather upholstered

form or powder. Read the instructions and

surfaces will, like any material, pick-up dust and

follow them exactly. Using a vacuum cleaner

dirt. This dust and dirt must be cleaned

with the appropriate attachment, remove as

off or it may work into the surface of the leather,

much dirt from the carpets as possible. Apply

causing damage.

the foam following the manufacturer’s direc-

tions, then rub in overlapping circles. Do not add

Fine leather needs care, and should be cleaned

water. These cleaners work best when the

when necessary. Washing leather thoroughly

carpet is kept as dry as possible.

with soap and water will keep your leather

lustrous, beautiful and ensure you have many

years of wear.

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Take a piece of cheese cloth and using any mild

Cleaning the Seat Belts

soap and lukewarm water, work up a good

lather. Thoroughly wash the leather. Wipe clean

To clean the seat belts, use a cloth or sponge

with a slightly damp cloth and dry with soft cloth.

with mild soap or detergent and warm water. Do

Do this as often as the leather becomes soiled.

not use strong detergents, dye, bleach or abra-

sive materials on the seat belts as this may

During tanning operations, sufficient oils are

weaken the fabric.

incorporated through processing that none need

While cleaning the belts, inspect them for ex-

be applied during the life of the leather. Oil

cessive wear, cuts, fraying or other signs of

applied to the finished surface will in no way help

damage and replace them if necessary.

the leather and may do more harm than good.

Varnishes and furniture polishes should never

be used under any conditions.

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Cleaning the Windows

You may use any household window cleaner on

the windows. However, when cleaning the in-

side of the rear window be careful not to damage

the rear window defroster wiring.

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

California Perchlorate Notice

5-10

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

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Service Requirements

Specified Scheduled Procedures

General Checks

To ensure that you receive the greatest number

These are the procedures such as inspections,

These are the regular checks you should per-

of miles of satisfying operation from your Hyundai,

adjustments and replacements that are listed in

form when you drive your Hyundai or you fill the

certain maintenance procedures must be per-

the maintenance charts starting on page 5-4.

fuel tank. A list of these items will be found on

formed. Although careful design and engineer-

These procedures must be performed at the

page 6-4.

ing have reduced these to a minimum, those that

intervals shown in the maintenance schedule to

are required are of the utmost importance.

assure that your warranty remains in effect.

It is your responsibility to have these mainte-

Although it is strongly recommended that they

nance procedures performed to comply with

be performed by the trained technicians at your

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the terms of the warranties covering your new

Hyundai dealer, these procedures may be per-

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

Hyundai. The Owner's Handbook supplied with

formed at any qualified service facility.

If you are mechanically inclined, own a few tools

your new vehicle provides further information

It is suggested that genuine Hyundai service

that are required and want to take the time to do

about these warranties.

parts be used for any required repairs or re-

so, you can inspect and service a number of

placements. Other parts of equivalent quality

items. For more information about doing it your-

such as engine oil, engine coolant, manual or

self, see Section 6.

auto transaxle oil, brake fluid and so on which

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are not supplied by Hyundai Motor Company or

Maintenance Requirements

its distributor may be used without affecting

your warranty coverage but you should always

The maintenance required for your Hyundai

be sure these are equivalent to the quality of the

can be divided into three main areas:

original Hyundai parts. Your Owner's Hand-

book provides further information about your

o Specified scheduled procedures

warranty coverage.

o General checks

o Do-it-yourself maintenance

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

REQUIREMENTS

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A Few Tips

o Inspection should be performed any time a

malfunction is experienced or suspected.

o Whenever you have your Hyundai serviced,

o Receipts for all emission control system

keep copies of the service records in your

services should be retained to demonstrate

glovebox. This will help ensure that you can

compliance with conditions of the emissions

document that the required procedures have

system warranty.

been performed to keep your warranties in

o After 120 months or 150,000 miles (240,000

effect. This is especially important when

km), continue to follow the prescribed main-

service is not performed by an authorized

tenance intervals.

Hyundai dealer.

o For severe usage maintenance require-

o If you choose to do your own maintenance

ments, see page 5-6 of this section.

and repairs, you may find it helpful to have

an official Hyundai Shop Manual. A copy of

this publication may be purchased at your

Hyundai dealer's parts department.

5 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

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The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services

to protect your emission warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

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R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary.

MILES X 1000

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

67.5

82.5

97.5

105

112.5

120

127.5

135

142.5

150

No.

DESCRIPTION

KILOMETERS X 1000

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

192

204

216

228

240

MONTHS

102

108

114

120

EMISSION CONTROL ITEMS

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

FUEL FILTER

FUEL LINES, FUEL HOSES AND CONNECTIONS

CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSES

VAPOR HOSE AND FUEL FILLER CAP

AIR CLEANER FILTER

SPARK PLUGS (PLATINUM COATED)

SPARK PLUGS (IRIDIUM COATED)

VALVE CLEARANCE (2.0 L)

FUEL TANK AIRFILTER

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

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R : Replace I

: Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MILES X 1000

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

67.5

82.5

97.5

105

112.5

120

127.5

135

142.5

150

No.

DESCRIPTION

KILOMETERS X 1000

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

192

204

216

228

240

MONTHS

102

108

114

120

GENERAL ITEMS

DRIVE BELT (WATER PUMP, GENERATOR AND A/CON)

COOLANT

See Note *1

TIMING BELT

MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

BRAKE FLUID & CLUTCH FLUID

BRAKE HOSES AND LINES

REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKE

BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS

EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER

SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTS

STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM

BALL JOINT

POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSES

DRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS

AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT

AIR CONDITIONER FILTER (FOR BLOWER UNIT)

See Note *2

Note :

*1 - FOR THE FIRST TIME, REPLACE THE COOLANT AT 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR 60 MONTHS

AFTER THAT, REPLACE EVERY 30,000 MILES (48,000KM) OR 24 MONTHS

*2 - FOR EVERY 12 MONTHS OR 10,000 MILES (15,000 KM), WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST : "R"

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