2012 Hyundai Sonata Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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Maintenance
Whilst operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of theexhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-aheadposition.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
elling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper- ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-mal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windscreen washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tyres and loose wheel nuts.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
bonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level. Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if
the vehicle is usually operated where
none of the following conditions apply. If
any of the following conditions apply, fol-
low Maintenance Under Severe Usage
Conditions.
Repeated short distance driving.
Driving in dusty conditions or sandy
areas.
Extensive use of brakes.
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used.
Driving on rough or muddy roads.
Driving in mountainous areas.
Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and/or extremely humid
climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C(90°F).
If your vehicle is operated under the
above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than thefollowing Normal Maintenance Schedule.
After 96 months or 120,000 km (80,000miles) continue to follow the prescribedmaintenance intervals.

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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*1
: Adjust alternator and power steering (and water pump drive belt) and air conditioner drive belt (if equipped).
Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
* 2
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km or before starting a long trip.
* 3
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Drive belts *
1IIII
Engine oil and engine oil filter * 2RRRRRRRR
Air cleaner filterIIRIIRII
Spark plugs2.0 LReplace every 40,000 km *3
2.4 LReplace every 168,000 km * 3
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INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM

Maintenance
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 4
: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. An authorised HYUNDAI dealer should per-
form the operation.
* 5
: The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule
depends on fuel quality. If there are some important matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting p rob-
lem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorised HYUNDAI dealer for
details.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Valve clearance * 4I
Vapour hose and fuel filler capII
Fuel tank air filter (if equipped)IRIR
Vacuum hoseIIIIIIII
Fuel filter *5IRIR
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsII
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day
At first, inspect 60,000 km or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km or 24 months
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*6
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
* 7
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Engine coolant * 6At first, replace at 210,000 km or 10 years:
after that, replace every 30,000 km or 24 months * 7
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
All electrical systemsIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedal, Clutch pedal (if equipped)IIII
Parking brakeIIII
Brake/Clutch fluidIIIIIIII
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid and hoses (if equipped)IIIIIIII
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INTERVALS
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 8
: Manual transaxle fluid should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIIIIIIII
Driveshaft and bootsIIII
Tyre (pressure & tread wear) IIIIIIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIIIIIII
Bolt and nuts on chassis and bodyIIIIIIII
Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped)IIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor (if equipped)IIIIIIII
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RRRRRRRR
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) * 8II
Automatic transaxle fluid(if equipped) No check, No service required
Exhaust systemIIII
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INTERVALS
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Engine oil and engine oil filterREvery 7,500 km or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionB, H
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H

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Severe driving conditions
A : Repeated short distance driving
B : Extensive idling
C : Driving in dusty, rough roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive
materials or in very cold weather
E : Driving in sandy areas F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 32°C (90°F)
G : Driving in mountainous areas
H : Towing a trailer
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle tow- ing
J : Driving over 140 km/h
K : Driving over 170 km/h
Maintenance itemMaintenance operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 120,000 kmC, D, E, G, H, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 100,000 km A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E