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2003 Hyundai Tiburon L4-2.0L
System Specifications
2003 Hyundai Tiburon L4-2.0LSECTION System Specifications
Cooling Method; Water-cooled, pressurized, Forced circulation with electrical fan
Radiator Type Pressurized Corrugated Fin Type
Alternator support bolt and nut.....20-25 Nm (200-250 kg-cm, 14-18 ft. lbs.)
Alternator lock bolt.....12-15 Nm (120-150 kg-cm, 9-11 ft. lbs.)
Alternator brace mounting bolt.....20-27 Nm (200-270 kg-cm, 15-20 ft. lbs.)
COOLANT PUMP
ENGINE COOLANT PUMP 2.0L:
Coolant Pump Type Centrifugal type impeller
Coolant pump pulley bolts 8-10 Nm (80-100 kg-cm, 6-7 ft. lbs.)
Coolant pump bolts 20-27 Nm (200-270 kg-cm, 14-19 ft. lbs.)
THERMOSTAT
THERMOSTAT 2.0L:
Thermostat Type Wax pellet type with jiggle valve
Thermostat housing bolts and nuts 15-20 Nm (150-200 kg-cm, 11-14 ft. lbs.)
Coolant temperature sensor.....20-40 Nm (200-400 kg-cm, 15-30 ft. lbs.)
ENGINE COOLANT HOSE/PIPES
ENGINE COOLANT HOSE/PIPES 2.0L:
Coolant inlet fitting nuts......15-20 Nm (150-200 kg-cm, 11-14 ft. lbs.)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.