2012 Hyundai Sonata oil filter

Maintenance14
7NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant❑Inspect brake hoses and lines❑Inspect drive shafts and boots❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts❑Inspect drive belts
(First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)❑Replace spark plugs (iridium coated), 2.4GDI❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 168 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4
112,500 miles (180,000 km) or 90 months
❑Inspect air cleaner filter❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(112,500 miles (180,000 km) or 180 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4
*3Engine oil (2.0 TGDI) At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months,
after that, every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months.
*4If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is rec-
ommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer
along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

715
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 96 months
❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant❑Inspect brake hoses and lines❑Inspect drive shafts and boots❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts❑Inspect brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid ❑Inspect fuel filter *
1
❑Inspect fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections❑Inspect fuel tank air filter (if equipped) *
1
❑Inspect parking brake❑Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap❑Inspect valve clearance *
2
❑Inspect drive belts
(First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)❑Replace air cleaner filter❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 192 months)❑Replace coolant (First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 60 months after
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4
*1Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free\
but peri-
odic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on
fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restric-
tion, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter
immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer for details.
*2Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if nec-
essary.
*3Engine oil (2.0 TGDI) At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months,
after that, every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months.
*4If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is rec-
ommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer
along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
127,500 miles (204,000 km) or 102 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(127,500 miles (204,000 km) or 204 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4

Maintenance16
7NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
135,000 miles (216,000 km) or 108 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant❑Inspect brake hoses and lines❑Inspect drive shafts and boots❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts❑Inspect drive belts
(First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(135,000 miles (216,000 km) or 216 months)❑Replace spark plugs (iridium coated), 2.0TGDI❑ Add fuel additive *
4
142,500 miles (228,000 km) or 114 months
❑Inspect air cleaner filter❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(142,500 miles (228,000 km) or 228 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4
*3Engine oil (2.0 TGDI) At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months,
after that, every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months.
*4If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is rec-
ommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer
along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

717
Maintenance
150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 120 months
❑Inspect vacuum hose❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant❑Inspect brake hoses and lines❑Inspect drive shafts and boots❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts❑Inspect brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid ❑Inspect fuel filter *
1
❑Inspect fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections❑Inspect fuel tank air filter (if equipped) *
1
❑Inspect parking brake❑Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap❑Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)❑Inspect drive belts
(First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)❑Replace air cleaner filter❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *
3
(150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 240 months)
(Continued)
(Continued)❑Replace coolant (First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 60 months
after every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months)❑ Add fuel additive *
4
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
No check, No service required
❑Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)*1Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free\
but peri-
odic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on
fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restric-
tion, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter
immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer for details.
*3Engine oil (2.0 TGDI) At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months,
after that, every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months.
*4If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is rec-
ommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer
along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

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7MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONSSEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal
temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditionsThe following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart
below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if neces\
sary
MAINTENANCE ITEM
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
DRIVING CONDITION
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER (2.4 GDI)
R
EVERY 3,750 MILES (6,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER (2.0 TGDI)
R
EVERY 3,000 MILES (5,000 KM) OR 3 MONTHS
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
AIR CLEANER FILTER
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, E
SPARK PLUGS
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
B, H
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
R
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM)
A, C, E, F, G, I
MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID
R
EVERY 75,000 MILES (120,000 KM)
A, C, E, F, G, I
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
I
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, D, G, H
REAR BRAKE DISC/PADS
I
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, D, G, F
PARKING BRAKE
I
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, D, G, H
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT, UPPER ARM BALL JOINT
I
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, D, E, F, G, H, I
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS
I
EVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, E

719
Maintenance
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMSEngine oil and filterThe engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the car is being
driven in severe conditions, more fre-
quent oil and filter changes are required.Drive beltsInspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu-
ration and replace if necessary. Drive
belts should be checked periodically for
proper tension and adjusted as neces-
sary.
Fuel filterA clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven, damage
the emission system and cause multiple
issues such as hard starting. If an exces-
sive amount of foreign matter accumu-
lates in the fuel tank, the filter may
require replacement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the engine
for several minutes, and check for leaks
at the connections. Fuel filters should be
installed by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nectionsCheck the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections for leakage and damage. Have
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer replace
any damaged or leaking parts immedi-
ately.
Vapor hose and fuel filler capThe vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hosesInspect the surface of hoses for evidence
of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard
and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,
abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-
cate deterioration. Particular attention
should be paid to examine those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources,
such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure that
the hoses do not come in contact with
any heat source, sharp edges or moving
component which might cause heat dam-
age or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and cou-
plings, to make sure they are secure, and
that no leaks are present. Hoses should
be replaced immediately if there is any
evidence of deterioration or damage.

723
Maintenance
Changing the engine oil and filterHave engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the begin-
ning of this section.
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSI-
TION 65 WARNING
Engine oil contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, and
reproductive harm.
Used engine oil may cause irrita-
tion or cancer of the skin if left in
contact with the skin for prolonged
periods of time. Used engine oil
contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Always protect your skin by
washing your hands thoroughly
with soap and warm water as soon
as possible after handling used oil.

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Index
MaintenanceExplanation of scheduled maintenance items ···········7-19
Maintenance services ··················\
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··············7-4
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Normal maintenance schedule ··················\
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7-8
Owner maintenance··················\
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·················7-5
Scheduled maintenance service ··················\
················7-7
Tire maintenance ··················\
··················\
··················\
·7-42
Maintenance services ··················\
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·7-4
Manual climate control system··················\
··················\
··4-83 Air conditioning ··················\
··················\
··················\
··4-89
Climate control air filter··················\
··················\
········4-92
Heating and air conditioning··················\
··················\
·4-84
Manual transaxle ··················\
··················\
··················\
······5-11
Memory fuse ··················\
··················\
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············7-52
Mirrors ··················\
··················\
··················\
··················\
···4-41 Day/night rearview mirror ··················\
··················\
····4-41
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with Homelink systemand compass ··················\
··················\
··················\
······4-41
Inside rearview mirror··················\
··················\
···········4-41
Outside rearview mirror ··················\
··················\
········4-48
Moonroof, see sunroof ··················\
··················\
·····4-32, 4-35
Multi box ··················\
··················\
··················\
···············4-106
Multi fuse ··················\
··················\
··················\
·················7-53\
Neck restraints, see headrest ··················\
················3-7, 3-1\
1
Occupant classification system··················\
··················\
··3-44
Odometer ··················\
··················\
··················\
·················4-54\
Oil (Engine) ··················\
··················\
··················\
·············7-22
Outside rearview mirror··················\
··················\
·············4-48
Overheats ··················\
··················\
··················\
··················\
·6-6
Owner maintenance ··················\
··················\
··················\
···7-5
Paddle shifter ··················\
··················\
··················\
···········5-17
Panorama sunroof ··················\
··················\
··················\
····4-35
Parking brake inspect··················\
··················\
·················7-28\
Parking brake ··················\
··················\
··················\
···········5-22
Passenger's front air bag ··················\
··················\
············3-49
Power brakes··················\
··················\
··················\
············5-21
Power outlet ··················\
··················\
··················\
···········4-108
Power window lock button ··················\
··················\
········4-27
Pre-tensioner seat belt··················\
··················\
················3-23
Push starting··················\
··················\
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···············6-5M
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