2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Recommended lubricants

Maintenance
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Air cleaner filter
A Genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter is
recommended when the filter is
replaced.
Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Valve clearance
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized HYUNDAI dealer should
perform the operation.
Cooling system
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The engine and inverter coolants should
be changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule.
Automatic transaxle fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid should not be
checked under normal usage conditions.
But in severe conditions, the fluid should
be changed at an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer in accordance to the scheduled
maintenance at the beginning of this
chapter.
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NOTICE
Automatic transaxle fluid color is basi-
cally red.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
transaxle fluid will begin to look darker.
This is a normal condition and you
should not judge the need to replace the
fluid based upon the changed color.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of
the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake
fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4
specification.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle malfunc-
tion and failure.
Use only specified automatic
transaxle fluid. (Refer to
“Recommended lubricants and
capacities” in section 8.)

Maintenance
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ENGINE OIL
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.
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.)
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CAUTION
Do not spill engine oil, when adding
or changing engine oil. If you spill
engine oil on the engine room, wipe
it off immediately.

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Maintenance
BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-
odically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir. To check the brake
fluid exactly, after stopping the vehicle,
apply the brake pedal a few times and
then check the fluid level.
Before removing the reservoir cap and
adding brake fluid, clean the area around
the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent
brake fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX
level. The level will fall with accumulated
mileage. This is a normal condition asso-
ciated with the wear of the brake linings.
If the fluid level is excessively low, have
the brake system checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid. (Refer
to “Recommended lubricants or capaci-
ties” in section 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
WARNING - Brake fluid
When changing and adding brake
fluid, handle it carefully. Do not let it
come in contact with your eyes. If
brake fluid should come in contact
with your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of fresh
tap water. Have your eyes examined
by a doctor as soon as possible.
WARNING - Loss of brake
fluid
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.CAUTION
Do not allow brake fluid to contact
the vehicle's body paint, as paint
damage will result. Brake fluid,
which has been exposed to open air
for an extended time should never
be used as its quality cannot be
guaranteed. It should be disposed
of properly. Don't put in the wrong
kind of fluid. A few drops of miner-
al-based oil, such as engine oil, in
your brake system can damage
brake system parts.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the brake fluid. Brake
system damage may occur if the
brake fluid level exceeds the Max
fill level.
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Engine / 8-2
Capacity/Weight / 8-2
Battery / 8-2
Air conditioning / 8-2
Dimensions / 8-3
Bulb wattage / 8-3
Tires and wheels / 8-4
Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-5
Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-7
Vehicle certification label / 8-7
Tire specification and pressure label / 8-8
Engine number / 8-8
Refrigerant label / 8-8
Consumer information / 8-9
Reporting safety defects / 8-10
Binding arbitration / 8-10
Specifications, Consumer information,
Reporting safety defects

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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing
the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
LubricantVolumeClassification
Engine oil *1 *2 (drain and refill)
Recommends
4.76 US qt. (4.5 l)API Service SM*3,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
Automatic transaxle fluid6.97 US qt. (6.6 l)
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other
brands meeting the above specification approved by
Hyundai Motor Co.,
Coolant 6.97~7.29 US qt.
(6.6~6.9 l)Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol base
coolant for aluminum radiator)
Inverter coolant2.39 US qt. (2.26 l)Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol base
coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid0.7~0.8 US qt.
(0.7~0.8 l)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel17.2 US gal. (65 l)Unleaded gasoline

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Index
Occupant classification system······································3-42
Odometer ·······································································4-41
Oil (Engine) ···································································7-22
Outside rearview mirror·················································4-38
Overheats ·········································································6-8
Owner maintenance ·························································7-5
Panorama sunroof ··························································4-25
Parking brake ·································································5-16
Parking brake inspect·····················································7-28
Passenger's front air bag ················································3-48
Power brakes··································································5-14
Power outlet ·································································4-110
Power window lock button ············································4-20
Pre-tensioner seat belt····················································3-21
Push starting·····································································6-7
Rear seat·········································································3-11
Rear view camera ··························································4-70
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ··················7-37
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-5
Recommended SAE viscosity number························8-6Refrigerant label ······························································8-8
Replacement light bulb ··················································7-60
Reporting safety defects ················································8-10
Road warning ···································································6-2
Rocking the vehicle ·······················································5-30
Scheduled maintenance service ·······································7-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Normal maintenance schedule ····································7-8
Seat belt warning ···························································3-16
Seat belts ········································································3-15
Driver's 3-point system with emergency locking
retractor ···································································3-17
Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system with
combination locking retractor ·································3-19
Height adjustment ·····················································3-18
Pre-tensioner seat belt ···············································3-21
Seat belt warning·······················································3-16
Seat belts height adjustment ··········································3-18
Seat warmer ····························································3-9, 3-12
Seatback pocket ·····························································3-10
Seats ·················································································3-2
Armrest ······································································3-13
Front seat adjustment ··················································3-4
Headrest ·····························································3-7, 3-11
Rear seat ····································································3-11
Seat warmer ·······················································3-9, 3-12
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