Hyundai Elantra: Engine Coolant / Checking the Engine Coolant Level

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

■ 1.6 T-GDI

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

■ 2.0 MPI

Check the condition and connections of all cooling system hoses and heater hoses. Replace any swollen or deteriorated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled between the F and the L marks on the side of the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool.

If the coolant level is low, add enough distilled (deionized) water to bring the level to the F mark, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, we recommend that you see an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for a cooling system inspection.

Recommended engine coolant

For mixing percentage, refer to the following table:

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

Information

If in doubt about the mix ratio, a 50% water and 50% antifreeze mix is the easiest to mix together as it will be the same quantity of each. It is suitable to use for most temperature ranges of - 31°F and higher.

WARNING

Make sure the coolant cap is properly closed after refilling coolant. Otherwise the engine could be overheated while driving.

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

■ Engine room front view

1. Check if the coolant cap label is straight In front.

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions inside the coolant cap is securely interlocked.

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

■ 1.6 T-GDI

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

■ 2.0 MPI

WARNING

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

Never remove the engine coolant reservoir tank/radiator cap or the drain plug while the engine and radiator are hot. Hot coolant and steam may blow out under pressure, causing serious injury.

Turn the engine off and wait until the engine cools down. Use extreme care when removing the engine coolant reservoir tank/radiator cap. Wrap a thick towel around it, and turn it counterclockwise slowly to the first stop. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been released, press down on the cap, using a thick towel, and continue turning counterclockwise to remove it.

WARNING

Hyundai Elantra. Checking the Engine Coolant Level

The electric motor for the cooling fan may continue to operate or start up when the engine is not running and can cause serious injury. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the rotating fan blades of the cooling fan.

The electric motor for the cooling fan is controlled by engine coolant temperature, refrigerant pressure and vehicle speed. As the engine coolant temperature decreases, the electric motor will automatically shut off. This is a normal condition. If your vehicle is equipped with GDI, the electric motor for the cooling fan may begin to operate at any time and continue to operate until you disconnect the negative battery cable.

Engine Coolant
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