Hyundai Elantra: General Information / Important Safety Notice
General Information
Proper service methods and repair procedures are essential
for safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as personal
safety of the operator. The service procedures and descriptions in this
shop manual provide general directions for service and repair.
There are various procedures, techniques, tools and pars for service as well as the skill of technicians.
Therefore, it is impossible for this manual to provide advice or caution for each case.
Accordingly, if you use a replacement part, service
procedure, or tool which are not recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer, make sure that neither the personal safety nor the safe
operation of the vehicle is jeopardized.
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Reminds you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness will cause death or serious injury. |
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Reminds you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness may cause death or serious injury. |
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Reminds you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness may cause personal injury. |
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Gives you information that will prevent you from making errors that could damage the vehicle. |
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Gives you additional information that will help you complete a particular procedure. |
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The following list contains some general WARNINGS that you should follow while working on a vehicle.
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Always wear safety glasses for eye protection. |
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Use safety stands whenever a procedure requires you to be under the vehicle. |
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Make sure that the ignition switch is always in the OFF position, unless otherwise required by the procedure. |
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Set the parking brake when working on the vehicle. If you have an automatic transaxle, set the vehicle in the P position. |
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Place supporters against the front and rear surfaces of the tires to prepare for the vehicle suddenly moving. |
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Operate the engine only in a well-ventilated area to avoid the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. |
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Keep yourself and your clothing away from moving parts when the engine is running, especially the drive belts. |
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To prevent serious burns, avoid contact with hot metal parts
such as the radiator, exhaust manifold, tail pipe, catalytic converter
and muffler. |
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Do not smoke while working on a vehicle. |
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To avoid injury, always remove rings, watches, loose hanging jewelry, and loose clothing before beginning to work on a vehicle. |
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When it is necessary to work under the hood, keep hands and
other objects clear of the radiator fan blades! Your vehicle may be
equipped with a cooling fan that may turn on, even though the ignition
switch is in the OFF position. For this reason care should be taken to
ensure that the radiator fan electric motor is completely disconnected
when working under the hood and that the engine is not running. |
General Information
Identification Number Description
Vehicle Identification Number
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World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)
- 5NP : Passenger vehicle
- 5NM : MPV (Multipurpose Passenger Vehic ...
Identification Numbers