2012 Hyundai Genesis oil dipstick

Your vehicle at a glance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir....................7-18
2. Radiator cap ......................................7-20
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-21
4. Air cleaner ........................................7-24
5. Engine oil dipstick..............................7-17
6. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-17
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir......7-23
8. Fuse box ............................................7-43
9. Power steering fluid reservoir
(with EHPS) ......................................7-22
10. Power steering fluid resevoir
(without EHPS) ................................7-22
11. Jump start connector ........................6-4
❈The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.
OBH018003L/OBH012101LB030000ABH-EE
■■3.3/3.8 Engine
• MPI
■3.0/3.8 Engine
• GDI

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Your vehicle at a glance
1. Engine coolant reservoir....................7-18
2. Radiator cap ......................................7-20
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-21
4. Air cleaner ........................................7-24
5. Engine oil dipstick..............................7-17
6. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-17
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir......7-23
8. Fuse box ............................................7-43
9. Power steering fluid reservoir ............7-22
10. Jump start connector ........................6-4
❈The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.
OBH018005N
■■4.6 Engine
• MPI

Maintenance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Radiator cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Power steering fluid reservoir (with EHPS)
10. Power steering fluid resevoir
(without EHPS)
11. Jump start connector
* The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.
* The battery is in the trunk.
OBH018003L/OBH012101L
■■3.3/3.8 Engine
• MPI
■3.0/3.8 Engine
• GDI

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Maintenance
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Radiator cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9.
Power steering fluid reservoir
10. Jump start connector
* The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.
* The battery is in the trunk.
OBH018005N
■■4.6 Engine
• MPI

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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL
G060100AEN
Checking the engine oil level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach
normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few
minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to
return to the oil pan.4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and
re-insert it fully.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and check
the level. The level should be between
F and L.
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring
the level to F.Do not overfill.
Use a funnel to help prevent oil from
being spilled on engine components.
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer
to “Recommended lubricants and capaci-
ties” in section 8.)
WARNING - Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may be
hot enough to burn you.
CAUTION
• Do not overfill with engine oil.
Engine damage may result.
• Do not spill engine oil, when adding
or changing engine oil. If you drop
the engine oil on the engine room,
wipe it off immediately.
OBH071002
OBH078002N
■Type A
■Type BOBH071003
OBH078003N
■Type A
■Type B

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Specifications & Consumer information
I040100ABH
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those rec-
ommended could result in engine dam-
age.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline
Engine Oil *
1
°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
*1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
30 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4/ACEA A5). However, if the engine oil is not available in your coun-
try, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-20*2, 5W-30
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline
Engine Oil *
1
°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-30
3.3L/3.8L/4.6L - MPI When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be operat-
ed in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended oil viscosity from
the chart.
3.0L/3.8L - GDI
*1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
20*2(API SM/ILSAC GF-4/ACEA A5). However, if the engine oil is not available in your coun-
try, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
*
2. In Middle East, do not use the engine oil of viscosity grade SAE 5W-20.