Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual page 393

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If the fluid has been warmed to normal
operating temperature of approximately
158~176°F (70~80°C), the fluid level
should be within "HOT" range.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
"COLD (C)" range is for reference only
and should NOT be used to determine
transaxle fluid level.
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✽ ✽ NOTICE
New automatic transaxle fluid should be
red. The red dye is added so the assem-
bly plant can identify it as automatic
transaxle fluid and distinguish it from
engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye,
which is not an indicator of fluid quali-
ty, is not permanent. As the vehicle is
driven, the automatic transaxle fluid
will begin to look darker. The color may
eventually appear
Therefore, have an authorized Hyundai
dealer change the automatic transaxle
OHD076045N
fluid according to the Scheduled
Maintenance at the beginning of this
section.
Use only the specified
transaxle fluid. (Refer to the section 9.)
Changing the automatic transaxle
fluid
Have automatic transaxle fluid changed
by an authorized Hyundai dealer accord-
ing to the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this section.
light brown.
automatic
Maintenance
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