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.
1998 Hyundai Tiburon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Retrieving Codes
NOTE:
For specific scan tool operating procedures, see the scan tool manufacturer's instruction manual.
- Before entering on-board diagnostics, refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Turn ignition off. Locate Data Link Connector (DLC) under left side of instrument panel. Connect scan tool. See Fig 1 .
- Operate scan tool according to manufacturer's instructions. Read and record scan tool self-diagnostic output. Perform necessary repair(s). See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION and appropriate diagnostic tests in appropriate TESTS W/CODES article. See the following list.
- Accent, see: TESTS W/CODES
- Elantra and Tiburon, see: TESTS W/CODES
- Sonata 2.0L, see: TESTS W/CODES
- Sonata 3.0L,see: TESTS W/CODES
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.