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Hyundai Azera (2017 year). Instruction - part 26

Maintenance

ENGINE OIL

WARNING - Radiator

hose

Be very careful not to touch the

radiator hose when checking or

adding the engine oil as it may

be hot enough to burn you.

CAUTION - When refilling

engine oil

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OHG070004

Do not overfill the engine oil.

Checking the engine oil level

If it is near or at L (Low), add enough

Engine damage may result.

oil to bring the level to F (Full). Do

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level

not overfill.

ground.

2. Start the engine and allow it to

Use a funnel to help prevent oil

reach normal operating tempera-

from being spilled on engine com-

ture.

ponents.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for a

few minutes (about 5 minutes) for

Use only the specified engine oil.

the oil to return to the oil pan.

(Refer to “Recommended lubricants

4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,

and capacities” in section 8.)

and re-insert it fully.

5. Pull the dipstick out again and

check the level. The level should

be between F (Full) and L (Low).

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Maintenance

ENGINE COOLANT

The high-pressure cooling system

WARNING

has a reservoir filled with year-round

- California proposition 65

antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is

Engine oil contains chemicals

filled at the factory.

known to the State of California

Check the antifreeze protection and

to cause cancer, birth defects

coolant level at least once a year, at the

and reproductive harm. Used

beginning of the winter season, and

engine oil may cause irritation or

before traveling to a colder climate.

cancer of the skin if left in con-

tact with the skin for prolonged

WARNING - Cooling fan

periods of time. Always protect

your skin by washing your

Use caution when

hands thoroughly with soap and

working near the

Changing the engine oil and

warm water as soon as possible

blade of the cooling

filter

after handling used oil.

fan. The electric

Have engine oil and filter changed by

motor (cooling fan) is

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

controlled by engine coolant

according to the Maintenance

temperature, refrigerant pres-

Schedule at the beginning of this

sure and vehicle speed. It may

section.

sometimes operate even when

the engine is not running.

Your vehicle equipped with GDI,

the electric motor (cooling fan)

may operate until you discon-

nect the negative battery cable.

Not heeding these warnings

could result in serious injuries.

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Maintenance

Recommended engine coolant

For mixture percentage, refer to the

•

When adding coolant, use only

following table.

deionized water or soft water for

your vehicle and never mix hard

Mixture Percentage (volume)

water in the coolant filled at the fac-

Ambient

tory. An improper coolant mixture

Temperature

can result in serious malfunction or

Antifreeze

Water

engine damage.

•

The engine in your vehicle has alu-

5°F (-15°C)

35

65

minum engine parts and must be

-13°F (-25°C)

40

60

protected by an ethylene-glycol-

-31°F (-35°C)

50

50

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based coolant to prevent corrosion

-49°F (-45°C)

60

40

and freezing.

Checking the coolant level

•

DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol

Check the condition and connections

coolant or mix them with the spec-

of all cooling system hoses and

ified coolant.

heater hoses. Replace any swollen

or deteriorated hoses.

•

Do not use a solution that contains

more than 60% antifreeze or less

The coolant level should be filled

than 35% antifreeze, which would

between F (Full) and L (Low) marks

reduce the effectiveness of the

on the side of the coolant reservoir

solution.

when the engine is cool.

If the coolant level is low, add enough

specified coolant to provide protection

against freezing and corrosion. Bring

the level to F (Full), but do not overfill.

If frequent additions are required, see

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for a

cooling system inspection.

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Maintenance

Changing the coolant

CAUTION - Removing

Have the coolant changed by an

radiator cap

authorized HYUNDAI dealer accord-

Never attempt to

ing to the Maintenance Schedule at

remove the radiator

the beginning of this section.

cap while the engine

Put a thick cloth around the radiator

is operating or hot.

cap before refilling the coolant in

Doing so might lead

order to prevent the coolant from

to cooling system and engine

overflowing into engine parts such as

damage.

the alternator.

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Turn the engine off and wait until it

cools down. Use extreme care when

WARNING - Radiator cap

removing the radiator cap. Wrap a

Do not remove the

thick towel around it, and turn it

radiator cap when the

counterclockwise slowly to the first

engine and radiator

stop. Step back while the pressure is

are hot. Scalding hot

released from the cooling system.

coolant and steam

When you are sure all the pressure

may blow out under pressure

has been released, press down on

causing serious injury.

the cap, using a thick towel, and con-

tinue turning counterclockwise to

remove it.

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Maintenance

BRAKE FLUID

In the event the brake system

CAUTION - Proper fluid

requires frequent additions of fluid,

Only use brake fluid in brake

the vehicle should be inspected by

system. Small amounts of

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

improper fluids (such as engine

oil) can cause damage to the

WARNING - Brake fluid

brake system.

When changing and adding

brake fluid, handle it carefully.

If the level is low, add fluid to the

Do not let it come in contact with

your eyes. If brake fluid should

MAX (Maximum) level. The level will

fall with accumulated mileage. This is

come in contact with your eyes,

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immediately flush them with a

a normal condition associated with

Checking the brake fluid level

the wear of brake linings. If the fluid

large quantity of fresh tap water.

Have your eyes examined by a

Check the fluid level in the reservoir

level is excessively low, have the

brake system checked by an author-

doctor as soon as possible.

periodically. The fluid level should be

between MAX (Maximum) and MIN

ized HYUNDAI dealer.

(Minimum) marks on the side of the

CAUTION - Brake fluid

reservoir.

Use only the specified brake fluid.

Do not allow brake fluid to con-

Before removing the reservoir cap

(Refer to “Recommended lubricants

tact the vehicle's body paint, as

and adding brake fluid, clean the

or capacities” in section 8.)

paint damage will result.

area around the reservoir cap thor-

oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-

Never mix different types of fluid.

ination.

Brake fluid, which has been exposed

to open air for an extended time

should never be used as its quality

cannot be guaranteed. It should be

disposed of properly.

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Maintenance

WASHER FLUID

PARKING BRAKE

WARNING - Coolant

• Do not use radiator coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir.

• Radiator coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed

on the windshield and may

cause loss of vehicle control or

damage to paint and body trim.

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OHG051085

WARNING - Windshield

Checking the washer fluid

Checking the parking brake

fluid

level

Check the stroke of the parking brake

Do not drink the windshield

Check the fluid level in the washer

by counting the number of “clicks’’

washer fluid. The windshield

fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-

heard while fully applying it from the

washer fluid is poisonous to

sary. Plain water may be used if wash-

released position. Also, the parking

humans and animals.

er fluid is not available. However, use

brake alone should securely hold the

washer solvent with antifreeze char-

vehicle on a fairly steep grade.

acteristics in cold climates to prevent

WARNING - Flammable

If the stroke is more or less than

freezing.

fluid

specified, have the parking brake

adjusted by an authorized HYUNDAI

Do not allow the washer fluid to

dealer.

come in contact with open

flames or sparks. The windshield

washer fluid is flammable under

Stroke : 5 “clicks’’ at a force of

certain circumstances. This can

66 lbs (30 kg, 294 N).

result in a fire which could result

in serious injuries.

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Maintenance

AIR CLEANER

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OHG070010

OVG079012

Filter replacement

1. Loosen the air cleaner cover

2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner

attaching clips and open the cover.

cover and the air box.

It must be replaced when necessary,

and should not be washed.

3. Replace the air cleaner filter.

You can clean the filter when inspect-

4. Lock the cover with the cover

ing the air cleaner element.

attaching clips.

Replace the filter according to the

Maintenance Schedule.

If the vehicle is operated in extreme-

ly dusty or sandy areas, replace the

element more often than the usual

recommended intervals.

(Refer to

“Maintenance under severe usage

conditions” in this section.)

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Maintenance

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER

Filter inspection

CAUTION - Air filter

If the vehicle is operated in the

maintenance

severely air-polluted cities or on

•

Do not drive with the air clean-

dusty rough roads for a long period,

er removed; this will result in

it should be inspected more fre-

excessive engine wear.

quently and replaced earlier. When

•

When removing the air cleaner

you, the owner, replace the climate

filter, be careful that dust or

control air filter, replace it performing

dirt does not enter the air

the following procedure, and be care-

intake, or damage may result.

ful to avoid damaging other compo-

nents.

•

Use a HYUNDAI genuine part.

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Use of non-genuine parts

Replace the filter according to the

could damage the air flow sen-

maintenance Schedule.

Filter replacement

sor.

1. Open the glove box and remove

the support strap (1).

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Maintenance

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OHG070014

OHG075041

2. With the glove box open, remove

3. Remove the climate control air fil-

4. Replace the climate control air filter.

the stoppers by turning them

ter cover while pressing the lock

5. Reassemble in the reverse order

counterclockwise on both sides.

on the right side of the cover.

of disassembly.

✽ NOTICE

Install a new climate control air fil-

ter in the correct direction with the

arrow symbol

(↓) facing down-

wards. Otherwise, the climate con-

trol effects may decrease, possibly

with a noise.

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Maintenance

WIPER BLADES

Contamination of either the wind-

Blade replacement

shield or the wiper blades with for-

When the wipers no longer clean

eign matter can reduce the effective-

adequately, the blades may be worn

ness of the windshield wipers.

or cracked, and require replacement.

Common sources of contamination

are insects, tree sap, and hot wax

treatments used by some commer-

CAUTION

cial car washes. If the blades are not

• To prevent damage to the

wiping properly, clean both the win-

wiper arms or other compo-

dow and the blades with a good

nents, do not attempt to move

cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse

the wipers manually.

thoroughly with clean water

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• The use of a non-specified

wiper blade could result in

Blade inspection

CAUTION

wiper malfunction and failure.

Commercial hot waxes applied by

automatic car washes have been

To prevent damage to the wiper

known to make the windshield diffi-

blades, do not use gasoline,

cult to clean.

kerosene, paint thinner, or other

solvents on or near them.

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Maintenance

OHM078059

OHM078060

OHG070043

Front windshield wiper blade

2. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then

3. Install the new blade assembly in

1. Raise the wiper arm.

pull down the blade assembly and

the reverse order of removal.

remove it.

CAUTION - Wiper arms

Do not allow the wiper arm to

fall against the windshield,

since it may chip or crack the

windshield.

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Maintenance

BATTERY

(Continued)

WARNING - Battery

dangers

If any electrolyte gets into

your eyes, flush your eyes

Always read the follow-

with clean water for at

ing instructions carefully

least 15 minutes and get

when handling a battery.

immediate medical atten-

Keep lighted cigarettes

tion. If electrolyte gets on

and all other flames or

your skin, thoroughly

sparks away from the

wash the contacted area.

battery.

If you feel a pain or a burn-

The battery contains

ing sensation, get medical

OHG070015

hydrogen - a highly com-

attention immediately.

For best battery service

bustible gas, which will

Wear eye protection when

explode if it comes in con-

• Keep the battery securely mounted.

charging or working near

tact with a flame or spark.

• Keep the battery top clean and dry.

a battery. Always provide

Keep batteries out of

ventilation when working

• Keep the terminals and connec-

the reach of children

in an enclosed space.

tions clean, tight, and coated with

because batteries con-

petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

An inappropriately dis-

tain highly corrosive

posed battery can be

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from

SULFURIC ACID and

harmful to the environ-

the battery immediately with a

electrolytes. Do not

ment and human health.

solution of water and baking soda.

allow battery acid to

Dispose the battery

• If the vehicle is not going to be

contact your skin, eyes,

according to your local

used for an extended time, discon-

clothing or paint finish.

law(s) or regulation.

nect the battery cables.

(Continued)

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Maintenance

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WARNING - Recharging

WARNING

The battery contains

battery

- California proposition 65

lead. Do not dispose of it

Never attempt to recharge the

Battery posts, terminals, and

after use. Please return

battery when the battery cables

related accessories contain

the battery to an author-

are connected. Some charging

lead and lead compounds,

ized HYUNDAI dealer to

equipment can release a volt-

chemicals known to the State of

be recycled.

age spike that will damage vehi-

California to cause cancer, birth

•

When lifting a plastic-cased

cle electronics, resulting in

defects and reproductive harm.

battery, excessive pressure

thousands of dollars in required

Batteries also contain other

on the case may cause battery

repair parts which are not cov-

chemicals known to the State of

acid to leak, resulting in per-

ered by warranty if damaged by

California to cause cancer.

sonal injury. Lift with a battery

not following this warning.

Wash hands after handling.

carrier or with your hands on

opposite corners.

•

Never attempt to recharge the

When you don’t use the vehicle for a

WARNING - Risk of

battery when the battery

long time in a low temperature area,

electrocution

cables are connected.

separate the battery and keep it

Never touch the electrical igni-

indoors.

•

The electrical ignition system

tion system while the vehicle is

works with high voltage.

running. This system works

Never touch these compo-

with high voltage which can

nents with the engine running

"zap" you.

or the ignition switched on.

Failure to follow the above

warnings can result in serious

bodily injury or death.

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Maintenance

TIRES AND WHEELS

Tire care

•

Underinflation also results in

excessive wear, poor handling and

For proper maintenance, safety, and

reduced fuel economy. Wheel

maximum fuel economy, you must

deformation also is possible. Keep

always maintain recommended tire

your tire pressures at the proper

inflation pressures and stay within

levels. If a tire frequently needs

the load limits and weight distribution

refilling, have it checked by an

recommended for your vehicle.

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

•

Overinflation produces a harsh ride,

Recommended cold tire infla-

excessive wear at the center of the

tion pressures

tire tread, and a greater possibility

All tire pressures

(including the

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of damage from road hazards.

spare) should be checked when the

All specifications

(sizes and pres-

•

Warm tires normally exceed rec-

tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the

sures) can be found on a label

ommended cold tire pressures by 4

vehicle has not been driven for at

attached to the vehicle.

to

6 psi (28 to 41 kPa). Do not

least three hours or driven less than

release air from warm tires to

1 mile (1.6 km).

adjust the pressure or the tires will

WARNING - Tire under

Recommended pressures must be

be underinflated.

inflation

maintained for the best ride, top vehi-

•

Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation

cle handling, and minimum tire wear.

Inflate your tires consistent with

valve caps. Without the valve cap,

the instructions provided in this

For recommended inflation pressure,

dirt or moisture could get into the

manual. Severe underinflation

refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 8.

valve core and cause air leakage. If

can lead to severe heat build-up,

a valve cap is missing, install a

causing blowouts, tread separa-

new one as soon as possible.

tion and other tire failures that

can result in the loss of vehicle

control leading to severe injury

or death. This risk is much high-

er on hot days and when driving

for long periods at high speeds.

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Maintenance

Checking tire inflation pressure

Remove the valve cap from the tire

WARNING - Tire Inflation

valve stem. Press the tire gage firm-

Check your tires once a month or

Overinflation or underinflation

ly onto the valve to get a pressure

more.

can reduce tire life, adversely

measurement. If the cold tire inflation

Also, check the tire pressure of the

affect vehicle handling, and lead

pressure matches the recommended

spare tire.

to sudden tire failure. This could

pressure on the tire and loading

result in loss of vehicle control

information label, no further adjust-

and potential injury.

How to check

ment is necessary. If the pressure is

low, add air until you reach the rec-

Use a good quality gage to check tire

ommended amount.

pressure. You can not tell if your tires

Always observe the following:

are properly inflated simply by look-

If you overfill the tire, release air by

•

Check tire pressure when the tires

ing at them. Radial tires may look

pushing on the metal stem in the

are cold. (After vehicle has been

properly inflated even when they're

center of the tire valve. Recheck the

parked for at least three hours or

underinflated.

tire pressure with the tire gage. Be

has not been driven more than 1

sure to put the valve caps back on

Check the tire's inflation pressure

mile (1.6 km) since startup.)

the valve stems. They help prevent

when the tires are cold.

- "Cold"

leaks by keeping out dirt and mois-

•

Check the pressure of your spare

means your vehicle has been sitting

tire each time you check the pres-

for at least three hours or driven no

ture.

sure of other tires.

more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

•

Never overload your vehicle. Be

careful not to overload a vehicle

luggage rack if your vehicle is

equipped with one.

•

Worn, old tires can cause acci-

dents. If your tread is badly worn,

or if your tires have been dam-

aged, replace them.

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Maintenance

Tire rotation

■ Without a spare tire

WARNING

To equalize tread wear, it is recom-

•

Inspect your tires frequently

mended that the tires be rotated

for proper inflation as well as

every 7,500 miles

(12,000 km) or

wear and damage. Always use

sooner if irregular wear develops.

a tire pressure gauge.

During rotation, check the tires for

•

Tires with too much or too little

correct balance.

pressure wear unevenly caus-

When rotating tires, check for uneven

ing poor handling, loss of vehi-

wear and damage. Abnormal wear is

cle control, and sudden tire

usually caused by incorrect tire pres-

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failure leading to accidents,

sure, improper wheel alignment, out-

■ Directional tires (if equipped)

injuries, and even death. The

of-balance wheels, severe braking or

recommended cold tire pres-

severe cornering. Look for bumps or

sure for your vehicle can be

bulges in the tread or side of tire.

found in this manual and on

Replace the tire if you find either of

the tire label located on the dri-

these conditions. Replace the tire if

ver's side center pillar.

fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,

•

Worn tires can cause acci-

be sure to bring the front and rear tire

dents. Replace tires that are

pressures to specification and check

worn, show uneven wear, or

lug nut tightness.

are damaged.

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Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 8.

•

Remember to check the pres-

sure of your spare tire.

HYUNDAI recommends that

you check the spare every time

you check the pressure of the

other tires on your vehicle.

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