Maintenance
POWER STEERING FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
Checking the power steering
fluid level
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NOTICE
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Check that the fluid level is in the
"HOT" range on the reservoir. If
the fluid is cold, check that it is in
the "COLD" range.
• Too little fluid can result in
increased steering effort
and/or noise from the power
steering system.
• The use of the non-specified
fluid could reduce the effec-
tiveness of the power steering
system and cause damage to
it.
In the event the power steering sys-
tem requires frequent additions of
fluid, we recommend that the system
be inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
CAUTION
Use only the specified power steer-
ing fluid. (Refer to "Recommended
lubricants or capacities" in section
8.)
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• To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, do not operate
the vehicle for prolonged peri-
ods with a low power steering
fluid level.
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
fluid should be between MAX and
MIN marks on the side of the reser-
voir at the normal temperature.
Checking the power steering
hose
• Never start the engine when
the reservoir tank is empty.
Check the connections for oil leaks,
damage and twists in the power
steering hose before driving.
Before adding power steering fluid,
thoroughly clean the area around the
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-
ing fluid contamination.
• When adding fluid, be careful
that dirt does not get into the
tank.
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If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level.
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