2003 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual - Page 147

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE G110D01E-AAT To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level While the engine is idling, apply the brakes and move the gear selector lever from "P" to each of its other positions -- "R", "N", "D","3", "2", "L" -- and then return to "N" or "P" with the engine still idling: 1. Open the hood, being careful to keep hands, hair and clothing clear of any moving parts. 2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert the dipstick as far as it will go, then remove it again. Now check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" range on the dipstick. 3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel WARNING: The cooling fan is controlled by the engine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate 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 fan blade. As the engine coolant temperature decreases, the fan will automatically shut off. This is a normal condition. C090B01E G120A01A-AAT Park the car on level ground with the parking brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level is checked, the transaxle fluid should be at normal operating temperature and the engine idling. CHECKING THE BRAKES CAUTION: Because brakes are essential to the safe operation of the car, it is suggested that they be checked and inspected by your Hyundai dealer. The brakes should be checked and inspected for wear at those intervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5. G120B01A-AAT Fluid level should be within this range èè HKSOM120 Checking the Brake Fluid Level WARNING: Use caution when handling brake fluid. It can damage your vision if it gets into your eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint if spilled on it and not removed immediately. to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range. Do not overfill. G110D01E 6-11