2003 Hyundai Tiburon Owner's Manual - Page 140

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE G090A01A-AAT G100A02GK-AAT G100B01A-AAT FILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIR CHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL (MANUAL) To Check the Manual Transaxle Fluid Level HGK217 Filler plug Drain plug G110A01E SSA6100B The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the windshield washer system. A good quality washer fluid should be used to fill the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be checked more frequently during bad weather or whenever the washer system is in more frequent use. The capacity of the washer reservoir is 3.2 U.S. quarts (3.0 Liters). Transaxle lubricant in the manual transaxle should be checked at those intervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section 5. Park the car on level ground with the engine off. 1. Using a wrench of the correct size, loosen the oil filler plug by turning it counterclockwise and remove it with your fingers. 2. Use your finger or suitable tool to feel inside the hole. The oil level should be at its bottom edge. If it is not, check for leaks before adding oil. To refill the transaxle or bring the oil level up,add oil slowly until it reaches the proper level. Do not overfill. 3. Replace the plug, screw it in with your fingers and then tighten securely with the wrench. Recommended Oil Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/90 (API GL-4) or equivalents in the manual transaxle. CAUTION: o Radiator anti-freeze (engine coolant) should not be used in the washer system because it will damage the car's finish. o The washer lever should not be pulled and the washer should not be operated if the washer reservoir is empty. This can damage the washer fluid pump. Manual Transaxle Oil Capacity The oil capacity of the manual transaxle: 2.3 us quarts (2.15L) WARNING: It is always better to check the transaxle oil level when the engine is cool or cold. If the engine is hot, you should exercise great caution to avoid burning yourself on hot engine or exhaust parts. 6-9