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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS (EXCEPT EUROPE)
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 filter
For Middle
East, Brazil
Nu 2.0 MPI
RReplace every 5,000 km (3,100 miles)
or 6 months
A, B, C, D, E,
F, G , H , I , K , L
Theta 2.4 MPI
Theta 2.4 GDI
Except Middle
East, Brazil
Nu 2.0 MPI
RReplace every 7,500 km (4,650 miles)
or 6 monthsTheta 2.4 MPI
Theta 2.4 GDI
Theta T-GDI 2.0REvery 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, H, I
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
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Maintenance
Va c u u m c r a n k c a s e v e n t i l a t i o n
hoses (if equipped)
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio-
ration. 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 con-
tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving component which
might cause heat damage or mechan-
ical wear. Inspect all hose connec-
tions, such as clamps and couplings,
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.
Air cleaner filter
We recommend that the air cleaner
filter be replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
Va l v e cl e a r a n c e ( T h e t a E n g i n e )
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if neces-
sary. We recommend that the system
be serviced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Cooling system
Check the cooling system parts,
such as radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage
and damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Do not disconnect and inspect
spark plugs when the engine is
hot. You may burn yourself.
WARNING
