Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1986 Hyundai Excel Base, 2D HatchbackFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.5L Eng | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.5L Eng | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | Ethylene Glycol | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 1.5L Eng | w/o Air Cond | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | Ethylene Glycol | S | |
| Engine Oil | 1.5L Eng | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | SAE 20W-20 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F),10W-30/40 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 1.5L Eng | 10.60 GALS. | 40.12 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.5L Eng | 2.20 QTS. | 2.08 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W, 85W | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.