1990 Hyundai Excel Service and Repair Manual

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1990 Hyundai Excel service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • GL Sedan 4-Door
  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • GL Hatchback 4-Door
  • GLS Sedan 4-Door
  • Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 1.5L 1468CC 90Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1990 Hyundai Excel Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #93V19200023/11/1993Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

THE VEHICLES FAILED THE LATERAL MOVING BARRIER IMPACT TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE GAS TANK EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OF SPILLAGE.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE FUEL SPILLAGE CAN RESULTIN A FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITIO

Remedy

HYUNDAI HAS DEVELOPED AN APPROPRIATE COUNTERMEASURE THAT WILL COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS

NHTSA #90V05300015/03/1990Component: WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER

LOCK WASHER LOCATED UNDER THE NUT THAT SECURES THE FRONT HUB TO THE DRIVE SHAFT MAY HAVE HAD IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT AND COULD CRACK.

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE WHEEL BEARING FREEPLAY AND COULD RESULT IN BEARING DAMAGE, AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEH

Remedy

REPLACE LOCK WASHER ON EACH FRONT WHEEL AND REPAIR AREA AROUND LOCK WASHER AS NECESSARY.

TSB #10230904

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th

TSB #10189989

This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.

TSB #10183963

This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.

TSB #10183960

This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Var

TSB #10174808

This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.

TSB #51905

SHIFT CONDITION CAUSED BY SHORT CIRCUIT IN INHIBITOR SWITCH. *TW

19950612Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOODCrash reportedFire reported2 injured

THE WIRES IN THE FRONT HALF BURNT COMPLETELY OUT AND IT LOCKED UP THE ENGINE, RESULTING IN A FIRE/ACCIDENT/INJUTIES. *AK

19990611Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE CROSSED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AND CONSUMER CRASHED INTO IT. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

19950316Component: SEATSCrash reported1 injured

DRIVER'S SEAT BROKE DURING COLLISION, CAUSING DRIVER TO SLIDE OUT OF SEAT BELT AND THROUGH BACK WINDOW, CAUSING INJURY. (CONSULTING ENGINEER FOR CLIENT). *SKD

19950620Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

AUTO-TRANSMISSION; VEHICLE JUMPED INTO GEAR AND ACCELERATED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

19960104Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUMFire reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK AND THE CAR BLEW UP AND DRIVER WAS INSIDE. LOST BRAKES BEFORE.

Showing the 5 most serious of 54 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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