2000–2003 Hyundai Tiburon Service Manual (P/N A2CE-EG18A)

• Covers Hyundai Coupe/Tiburon configurations represented by the manual’s 2000–2003 model-year VIN codes, with 1.6L Alpha DOHC I4, 2.0L Beta DOHC I4, and 2.7L Delta V6 engine families. The identification pages also decode L/GL/GLS, LHD/RHD, coupe-body, and restraint-system variants.
• Separate four-cylinder and V6 engine chapters cover powertrain removal, compression and oil-pressure testing, block, crankshaft, piston, and bearing inspection, cylinder-head and valve repair, timing-system work, cooling, lubrication, and intake/exhaust service.
• Fuel and engine-management coverage includes the 1.6L/2.0L MFI system and 2.7L Siemens EMS, with DTC charts, sensor and actuator checks, harness testing, fuel-delivery repair, ignition, charging, starting, cruise control, and emissions diagnosis.
• Driveline and chassis sections document clutch hydraulic bleeding, automatic-transaxle diagnosis and pressure testing, TCM circuits, six-speed manual-transaxle overhaul, driveshaft and CV-joint repair, axle hubs, suspension, wheel alignment, power steering, brakes, parking brakes, and ABS.
• Body and electrical material covers SRS diagnosis and airbag disposal, glass and trim, doors, tailgate, sunroof, bumpers, seats, ETACS, BCM testing with Hi-Scan (Pro), locks, windows, mirrors, wipers, lighting, immobilizer functions, and manual or full-auto HVAC systems.
• A 1,218-page PDF, published by Hyundai Motor Company in July 2001, with special-tool references, exploded views, circuit diagrams, diagnostic flowcharts, torque tables, capacities, test specifications, service limits, and adjustment data. The separate Electrical Troubleshooting Manual, Pub. No. A2CE-EG18A, is referenced but not included.

Factory Service Documentation and Vehicle Identification

The shop manual follows Hyundai’s factory group codes, keeping each repair procedure with the correct engine, transmission, chassis, body, or electrical section. It pairs specifications with removal and installation, disassembly and reassembly, inspection, testing, adjustment, and troubleshooting rather than stopping at routine maintenance.

The general-information pages help identify an unfamiliar vehicle before parts or procedures are selected. They show VIN and engine-number locations and explain the Alpha, Beta, and Delta engine-family markings, model series, driver-side configuration, and restraint coding.

Engine, Fuel, and Transaxle Coverage

The engine chapters go well beyond tune-up work. Factory procedures address complete engine/transaxle assembly removal, cylinder-head and camshaft service, valve-clearance and shim selection, cylinder measurement, piston and bearing inspection, oil-pump repair, coolant-pump and thermostat testing, radiator pressure checks, and timing-belt indexing and tension.

Hyundai special tools are listed by number for valve adjustment, valve-guide work, seal installation, piston-pin service, and cylinder-head repair. Representative entries include valve-clearance tool set 09220-2D000, camshaft oil-seal installer 09221-21000, valve-stem seal remover 09222-29000, and piston-pin remover/installer 09234-33001.

Fuel diagnosis is divided by engine platform. The four-cylinder MFI and V6 Siemens EMS chapters provide component-location views, connector checks, circuit tests, inspection charts, and code-specific fault trees. The transaxle section adds automatic shift-pattern checks, solenoid and sensor tests, hydraulic-pressure diagnosis, TCM circuit diagrams, and removal/installation procedures.

It also contains section views and internal repair procedures for the six-speed manual transaxle. Hyundai states that internal overhaul information for the five-speed manual and automatic transaxles is supplied in separate manuals, an important limit for anyone planning a complete gearbox rebuild.

Chassis, Electrical, Body, and HVAC

Chassis coverage includes clutch master and release cylinders, CV joints and drive shafts, front and rear hubs, front and rear suspension, trailing-arm bushing replacement, tire-wear diagnosis, and rear-wheel alignment. Steering and brake chapters add steering-gear and pump service, brake bleeding, parking-brake repair, and ABS fault isolation.

The restraint section provides SRSCM connector data, circuit inspection, DTC diagnosis, driver and passenger airbag service, clock-spring coverage, pretensioner information, and disposal procedures. Body chapters address exterior and interior trim, glass, doors, tailgate, sunroof, bumpers, and seats.

Electrical coverage is broader than fuse identification. It provides alternator and starter testing, switch-continuity tables, connector and pin views, ETACS operating logic, instrument-cluster checks, and immobilizer fault diagnosis. BCM material adds function tests for locks, key reminder, mirror folding, flashers, windows, lighting, defogging, wipers, and keyless entry.

HVAC chapters distinguish manual and full-auto systems, with leak checks, refrigerant charging, compressor and receiver/drier service, self-diagnosis, fail-safe charts, blower and heater-unit repair, and control-circuit diagrams.

Diagrams, Specifications, and Repair Cautions

Useful visual references include valve-shim selection charts, engine-cooling flow diagrams, timing-mark and belt-routing views, automatic-transaxle hydraulic and TCM circuits, ABS brake-line and external-wiring diagrams, and BCM function flowcharts. The related tables supply component-specific torques, fluid capacities, pressure-test data, electrical values, wear limits, clearances, and adjustment specifications.

Manual-specific cautions matter during repair work. The timing layouts differ between the four-cylinder and V6 engines; using the wrong index marks or tensioning method can leave valve timing incorrect, while excessive tension can damage coolant-pump or alternator bearings. Driveshaft removal requires the specified separation method because careless prying can damage transaxle oil seals; leaving the axle openings unplugged can introduce dirt into the case. Fuel-rail work calls for pressure relief and controlled injector handling, since dropped injectors or damaged seals can lead to leakage.

The opening safety material covers lift points, battery isolation, SRS handling, hot coolant, pressurized fuel, brake service, and refrigerant work. Engine/transaxle removal and under-vehicle repair require properly rated lifting and support equipment and the factory precautions in the applicable section.