2016 Hyundai Sonata engine

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FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing HYUNDAI. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discerning people who
drive HYUNDAI. The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each HYUNDAI we build is something of
which we're very proud.
Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new HYUNDAI. It is suggested that you
read it carefully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you receive from your new
vehicle.
The manufacturer also recommends that service and maintenance on your vehicle be performed by an authorised
HYUNDAI dealer.
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Note :If for any reason in the future you should sell your HYUNDAI, please leave this manual in the vehicle for the new
owner's use.
Copyright 2014 HYUNDAI Motor Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in any retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of HYUNDAI
Motor Company.Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do
not meet HYUNDAI specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and lubricants that meet the
specifications listed on Page 8-6 in the Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner's Manual.
CAUTION

FUEL REQUIREMENTS
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Introduction
Petrol engine
Unleaded
Your new vehicle is designed to use
only unleaded fuel having an Octane
Rating of RON (Research Octane
Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
87 or higher. (Do not use methanol
blended fuels.)
Your new vehicle is designed to
obtain maximum performance with
UNLEADED FUEL, as well as min-
imise exhaust emissions and spark
plug fouling.
Petrol containing ethanol
Ethanol [E-10], a mixture of petrol
and ethanol (also known as grain
alcohol), is marketed along with or
instead of leaded or unleaded petrol.
Do not use petrol containing more
than 10% ethanol, and do not use
petrol or ethanol containing any
methanol. Either of these fuels may
cause drivability problems and dam-
age to the fuel system, engine con-
trol system and emission control sys-
tem.
Discontinue using ethanol of any
kind if driveability problems occur.
Vehicle damage or driveability prob-
lems may not be covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty if they result
from the use of:
1. Petrol containing more than 10%
ethanol.
2. Petrol or ethanol containing
methanol.
3. Leaded fuel or leaded ethanol.
•Do not "top off" after the noz-
zle automatically shuts off
when refuelling.
•Always check that the fuel cap
is installed securely to pre-
vent fuel spillage in the event
of an accident.
WARNING
NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The
use of leaded fuel is detrimental
to the catalytic converter and
will damage the engine control
system’s oxygen sensor and
affect emission control.
Never add any fuel system
cleaning agents to the fuel tank
other than what has been speci-
fied. (We recommend that you
consult an authorised HYUNDAI
dealer for details.)
CAUTION

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Introduction
Other fuels
Using fuels such as;
- Silicone (Si) contained fuel,
- MMT (Manganese, Mn) contained
fuel,
- Ferrocene (Fe) contained fuel, and
- Other metallic additives contained
fuels,
may cause vehicle and engine dam-
age or cause plugging, misfiring,
poor acceleration, engine stalling,
catalyst melting, abnormal corrosion,
life cycle reduction, etc.
Also, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) may illuminate.Damage to the fuel system or per-
formance problem caused by the
use of these fuels may not be cov-
ered by your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Use of MTBE
HYUNDAI recommends avoiding
fuels containing MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) in
your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight)
may reduce vehicle performance and
produce vapour lock or hard starting.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood
alcohol) should not be used in your
vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce
vehicle performance and damage
components of the fuel system,
engine control system and emission
control system.
Fuel Additives
HYUNDAI recommends that you use
unleaded fuel having an Octane
Rating of RON (Research Octane
Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
87 or higher.
For customers who do not use good
quality petrols including fuel addi-
tives regularly, and have problems
starting or the engine does not run
smoothly, add one bottle of additives
to the fuel tank every 15,000 km.
Additives are available from your
authorised HYUNDAI dealer along
with information on how to use them.
Do not mix other additives.
NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty may not cover dam-
age to the fuel system and any
performance problems that are
caused by the use of fuels con-
taining methanol or fuels con-
taining MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)
CAUTION
Never use fuel which contains
methanol. Discontinue use of
any petrol containing ethanol
which impairs drivability.
CAUTION

VEHICLE RUN-IN PROCESS
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Introduction
No special run-in period is needed.
By following a few simple precautions
for the first 1,000 km you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
• Do not race the engine.
• Whilst driving, keep your engine
speed (rpm, or revolutions per
minute) between 2,000 rpm and
4,000 rpm.
• Do not maintain a single speed for
long periods of time, either fast or
slow. Varying engine speed is need-
ed to properly run-in the engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emer-
gencies, to allow the brakes to seat
properly.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first
2,000 km of operation.

Your vehicle at a glance
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Your vehicle at a glance
1Exterior overview (I) .............................................1-2
Exterior overview (II) ............................................1-3
Interior overview ....................................................1-4
Instrument panel overview ...................................1-5
Engine compartment .............................................1-6

1-5
Your vehicle at a glance
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Light control/Turn signals ..................3-92
2. Steering wheel audio controls*/
Bluetooth®wireless technology
hands-free controls* ............................4-4
3. Instrument cluster ..............................3-53
4. Horn ..................................................3-25
5. Driver's front air bag ..........................2-51
6. Wiper/Washer ..................................3-104
7. Cruise controls* ................................5-47
8. Engine Start/Stop button ....................5-8
Key ignition switch ..............................5-5
9. Automatic transaxle ..........................5-14
10. Rear curtain* ................................3-154
11. Drive mode integrated control
system ............................................5-45
12. Rear parking assist system*..........3-109
13. Parking assist system....................3-112
14. EPB (Electric Parking Brake)* ........5-24
15. AUTO HOLD* ..................................5-30
16. Audio system/Navigation system ......4-5
17. Digital Clock ..................................3-152
18. Climate control system ........3-117/3-127
19. Power outlet ..................................3-149
20. AUX, USB and iPod
®port ................4-2
21. Cigarette lighter ............................3-151
22. Passenger's front air bag ................2-51
23. Glove box ......................................3-145
* If equipped
OLF014004RThe actual shape may differ from the illustration.
■Type A
■Type B

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Your vehicle at a glance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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■Petrol Engine (Theta II 2.4L GDI)
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
1. Engine coolant reservoir....................7-23
2. Radiator cap ......................................7-22
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-25
4. Air cleaner ........................................7-28
5. Engine oil dipstick..............................7-20
6. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-21
7. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir ....7-27
8. Fuse box ............................................7-49
9. Battery ..............................................7-33

2-9
Safety system of your vehicle
Seat cushion height (for driver’s seat)
To change the height of the seat
cushion:
• Push down the lever several times,
to lower the seat cushion.
• Pull up the lever several times, to
raise the seat cushion.
Power adjustment
The front seat can be adjusted by
using the control switches located on
the outside of the seat cushion. Before
driving, adjust the seat to the proper
position so that you can easily control
the steering wheel, foot pedals and
controls on the instrument panel.
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To prevent damage to the seats:
•Always stop adjusting the
seats when the seat has been
adjusted as far forward or
rearward as possible.
•Do not adjust the seats longer
than necessary when the
engine is turned off. This may
result in unnecessary battery
drain.
•Do not operate two or more
seats at the same time. This
may result in an electrical mal-
function.
CAUTION
NEVER allow children in the
vehicle unattended. The power
seats are operable when the
engine is turned off.
WARNING