Car Maintenance Hyundai Elantra 1

Maintenance plan
Maintenance is carried out every 12 months or after every 15 thousand km. Every 12 months (15 thousand km) works marked (•) are performed every 24 months (30 thousand...

Engine and exhaust system
Engine oil change To change the engine oil, you need to have the following replacement parts: If the oil is not sucked out: the copper sealing ring of the oil drain plug...

External inspection of oil leaks
To determine the location of the oil leak, check the following areas: After unscrewing the oil filler cap, check the gasket for porosity and damage. Check the tightness...

Checking the oil level
The oil level should be checked approximately every 1000 km. Oil consumption per 1000 km should not exceed 1 l. Higher consumption means wear of valve stem seals or...

Checking the coolant level
Check the coolant level at regular intervals, approximately every 4 weeks. For topping up, use a mixture of antifreeze and lime-free water. When the engine is cold...

Checking the tightness of the cooling system
Check the cooling system hoses for porosity. Replace hardened hoses. Check the reliability of the hose fastening on the fittings, as well as the reliability of the...

Removal spark plugs, checking electrical connections
Removal Disconnect all spark plug leads by pulling them together by the lead. Clean the spark plug recesses in the cylinder head with compressed air. Remove the spark...

Cleaning and replacing the air filter
After removing the air filter, check to see if it is dirty or clogged. Knock out dust or blow out the air filter with compressed air. Replace the air filter if it is...

Fuel filter — replacement
The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment. When removing the fuel filter, you will need a container to collect the fuel and a suitable rubber plug to close...

External inspection of the muffler
Raise the car. Check the fastening of the brackets and clamps for strength. Check the muffler with the extension for burnouts, rusty areas and abrasions. Replace...

Gearbox, wheel drive — external inspection for tightness
Possible places of oil leakage: The junction of the engine and gearbox (flywheel seal and gearbox shaft seal). The junction of the two halves of the gearbox housing. Oil...

Gearbox — Checking the oil level
Examination Raise the car horizontally. If present, remove engine and gearbox protection. Check the gearbox for oil leaks. Unscrew the oil filler plug on the gearbox...

Gearbox — Oil change
Recommended gearbox oil specification API GL-4 or 5 SAE 75 W-85 W. For all-wheel drive additionally SAE 80W. Replacement Raise the car horizontally. Check for oil leaks...

Automatic Transmission — Checking Oil Level
Examination Warm up the car by driving, the temperature of the oil in the gearbox is from 70° to 80°C. Place the car on a level surface. With the engine running at idle...

Automatic Transmission — Oil Change
Recommended oil type ATF Dexron or Dexron-ll. Replacement The oil change is carried out on a cold gearbox. Raise the car horizontally. If present, remove the crankcase...

Checking the rubber seals of the drive shafts
Raise the car. Check the rubber cuffs for porosity and damage. Damaged protective cuffs of hinges must be replaced. Replace the seals that are pulled into the hinge...

Checking the clutch fluid level
The clutch fluid expansion tank is located in the engine compartment next to the brake booster. It is recommended to check the fluid level in the expansion tank once...

Brakes, Wheels, Tires — Checking Brake Fluid Levels
The brake system expansion tank is located in the engine compartment. It is two-section, each section serving a separate brake circuit. It is recommended to check the...

Checking the brake system pipeline
Raise the car. Clean the brake lines with cold cleaner. Check the brake lines from the master cylinder to the wheel cylinders. The master brake cylinder is located in...

Checking the parking brake
The parking brake acts on the rear wheels. Tighten the parking brake handle with a force of 200 N (about 20 kg), the brake lever should rise by 5+7 clicks. Otherwise,...

Replacing brake fluid
SAE J 1 703, DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification brake fluid is recommended. Observe safety precautions when handling brake fluid. Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir...

Checking tire pressure
Check the pressure only when the tires are cold. Check once a month and also as part of maintenance. Additionally, check your tire pressure before long trips on...

Steering, front wheel drive — checking the dust boots of the steering tip joints and ball joints
Place the front of the car on jack stands. Having illuminated the anthers on the left and right, check their integrity, examine the cuffs for traces of grease. If a...

Checking the steering wheel play
Set the steering wheel to the center position. While turning the steering wheel in different directions, keep an eye on the front wheels. The permissible value of play...

Checking the fluid level in the power steering system
Place the car on a level surface, start the engine, and let it idle. Achieve the operating temperature of the fluid in the steering system (approximately 50-60°C) by...

Electrical Equipment — Battery Testing
The battery is filled with sulfuric acid diluted with distilled water. Since water can evaporate, it is necessary to check the electrolyte level approximately once a...

Cleaning the battery terminals
Clean the battery terminals and connection clamps. Lubricate them with acid-proof grease.

Body, interior equipment
Lubrication of locks Lubricate the door, hood, engine compartment and trunk lid locking devices. Treat the door locks in the areas of the locking pins, locking lugs and...

External inspection of the underbody
It is necessary to regularly check the condition of the paintwork and clean the underbody.

External inspection of seat belts
Pull out the seat belt, check the tape for damage. Replace the seat belt if necessary. Check the belt for twisting by removing the cover on the B-pillar. It is...

Control dimensions and adjustment data

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