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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.
1992 Hyundai Excel GL, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Service Intervals & Specifications: Capacities
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Amp Hr. Rating |
|---|---|
| Elantra, Excel, Scoupe & Sonata 2.0L | 48 Or 60 |
| Sonata 3.0L | 55 Or 68 |
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transaxle (Dexron-II) | |||
| Elantra, Excel & Scoupe | 6.4 Qts. (6.1L) | ||
| Sonata | |||
| 2.0L | 6.4 Qts. (6.1L) | ||
| 3.0L | 6.1 Qts. (5.8L) | ||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater & Reserve Tank) | |||
| Elantra | 5.4 Qts. (5.0L) | ||
| Excel & Scoupe | 5.6 Qts. (5.3L) | ||
| Sonata | |||
| 2.0L | 7.7 Qts. (7.3L) | ||
| 3.0L | 9.0 Qts. (8.5L) | ||
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | |||
| Elantra | 4.6 Qts. (4.4L) | ||
| Excel & Scoupe | 3.6 Qts. (3.4L) | ||
| Sonata | |||
| 2.0L | 3.9 Qts. (3.7L) | ||
| 3.0L | 4.2 Qts. (4.0L) | ||
| Manual Transaxle (SAE 75W-85/API GL-4) | |||
| Elantra KM176 | 1.9 Qts. (1.8L) | ||
| Excel & Scoupe | |||
| KM201 | 1.9 Qts. (1.8L) | ||
| KM200 | 1.8 Qts. (1.7L) | ||
| Sonata 2.0L | 1.9 Qts. (1.8L) | ||
| Power Steering (Dexron-II) | 1.0 Qt. (.9L) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.