1997 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GR/G4GM (RD)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Timing belt wear - recommended replacement every 60,000 miles
• Suspension bushings and wheel bearings wear

First checks

• Inspect timing belt condition and replacement history
• Check for coolant leaks around radiator and hoses
• Verify transmission fluid condition

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• US market typically received the 2.0L DOHC engine, some other markets had the 1.8L SOHC engine option.
• Some markets featured minor equipment variations and emission adjustments; technical data focused on main global documented variants.