2012 Hyundai Sonata engine oil

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Specifications & Consumer information
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.When choosing an oil, consider the range
of temperature your vehicle will be oper-
ated in before the next oil change.Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, ordipstick before checking or drain-ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areasand when the vehicle is used onunpaved roads. Cleaning the plugand dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that couldbe damaged.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Petrol
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 SAE5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine oil is not available in your country,
select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-20, 5W-30

Index
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Central door lock switch ..........................................4-17
Child-protector rear door lock ..................................4-19
Drink holders, see cup holders ....................................4-103
Driver position memory system......................................4-35
Driver's air bag ................................................................3-42
Driving at night ..............................................................5-43
Driving in flooded areas ................................................5-44
Driving in the rain ..........................................................5-44
Easy access function ......................................................4-36
Economical operation ....................................................5-40
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..................................5-31
Electronic stability program (ESP) ................................5-28
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ......................................4-39
Emergency starting ..........................................................6-5 Jump starting ..............................................................6-5
Push starting ................................................................6-6
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-17
Emergency whilst driving ................................................6-3
Emission control system ................................................7-68 Crankcase emission control system ..........................7-68
Evaporative emission control System ......................7-68
Exhaust emission control system ..............................7-69
Engine compartment..................................................2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ................................................................7-18
Engine number ..................................................................8-7 Engine oil ........................................................................7-16
Engine overheats ..............................................................6-8
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-8
Engine temperature gauge ..............................................4-45
Engine will not start..........................................................6-4
Evaporative emission control System ............................7-68
Exhaust emission control system ....................................7-69
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ................7-13
Exterior care....................................................................7-62
Flat tyre ............................................................................6-8
Changing tyres ............................................................6-9
Compact spare tyre....................................................6-14
Jack and tools ..............................................................6-8
Removing and storing the spare tyre ..........................6-9
Fluid Washer fluid ..............................................................7-23
Brake/clutch fluid ......................................................7-21
Power steering fluid ..................................................7-22
Folding the rear seat........................................................3-14
Front seat adjustment - manual ........................................3-4
Front seat adjustment - power ..........................................3-5
Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-28
Fuel gauge ......................................................................4-46
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-2
Fuses ..............................................................................7-44
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Neck restraints, see headrest ..................................3-7, 3-11
Odometer ........................................................................4-47
Oil (Engine) ....................................................................7-16
Outside rearview mirror ..................................................4-40
Overheats ..........................................................................6-7
Owner maintenance ..........................................................7-4
Paddle shifter ..................................................................5-18
Panorama sunroof ..........................................................4-31
Parking brake inspect ......................................................7-24
Parking brake ..................................................................5-23
Passenger's front air bag ................................................3-42
Power brakes ..................................................................5-22
Power outlet ..................................................................4-104
Power steering ................................................................4-37
Power steering fluid ........................................................7-22
Power window lock button ............................................4-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt ....................................................3-23
Push starting......................................................................6-6 Rear seat..........................................................................3-11
Rear parking assist system ..............................................4-65
Rearview camera ............................................................4-68
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ..................7-34
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number........................8-5
Remote keyless entry ......................................................4-10
Road warning ....................................................................6-2
Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-42
Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-6 Normal maintenance schedule ....................................7-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ............7-11
Seat belts ........................................................................3-17 Pre-tensioner seat belt ..............................................3-23
Lap belt......................................................................3-22
Lap/shoulder belt ......................................................3-19
Seat belt warning ......................................................3-18
Seat warmer ............................................................3-9, 3-12
Seatback pocket ..............................................................3-11
Seats ..................................................................................3-2 Armrest ......................................................................3-13
Headrest ............................................................3-7, 3-11
Folding the rear seat ..................................................3-14
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