2016 Hyundai Sonata automatic transmission

Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
Severe Driving Conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normaltemperature 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 conditions
The 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 ITEMMAINTENANCE
OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING CONDITION
Engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI)REvery 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
Engine oil and filter (1.6 TGDI/2.0 TGDI)REvery 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K
Air cleaner filterRMore frequentlyC, E
Spark plugsRMore frequentlyB, H
Automatic transmission fluidREvery 60,000 miles (96,000 km)A, C, E, F, G, I
Dual clutch transmission fluid REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)A, C, E, F, G, H, I, J
Front brake disc/pads, calipersIMore frequentlyC, D, G, H
Rear brake disc/padsIMore frequentlyC, D, G, F
Parking brakeIMore frequentlyC, D, G, H
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball jointIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Drive shafts and bootsIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E

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Maintenance
Valve Clearance (if equipped)
Inspect for excessive valve noise
and/or engine vibration and adjust if
necessary. Have an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer perform the opera-
tion.
Cooling System
Check cooling system components,
such as radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage
and damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
Engine Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid should
not be checked under normal usage
conditions. But in severe conditions,
the fluid should be changed at an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer in accor-
dance to the scheduled maintenance
at the beginning of this chapter.
Automatic transmission fluid
color is basically red.
As the vehicle is driven, the auto-
matic transmission 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.
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Inspect the dual clutch transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
NOTICE
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transmission
malfunction and failure. Use
only the specified automatic
transmission fluid (refer to
“Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” in chapter 8).
CAUTION

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7
Maintenance
Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
ples of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height to
its width.
Belt
A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from steel
or other reinforcing materials.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires
wrapped by steel cords that hold the
tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
The amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
has built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight
This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional
equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.

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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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.
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*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 econo my 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.
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3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
LubricantVolume Classification
Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends 1.6 T-GDI4.75 US qt. (4.5
l)API Service SM*3or above / ILSAC GF-4 or above /
ACEA A5 or above
2.0 T-GDI
5.07 US qt. (4.8 l)
ACEA A5 or above
2.4 GDI5.07 US qt. (4.8 l)API Service SM*3or above / ILSAC GF-4 or above /
ACEA A5 or above
Automatic transmission fluid
7.50 US qt. (7.1 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.,
Dual clutch transmission fluid
2.00 US qt. (1.9 l)SK HK MTF 70W /
H.K.SHELL SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W /
GS CALTEX GS MTF HD 70W
Use the Dual Clutch Fluid approved by HYUNDAI
Motor Company. Consult and authorized Hyundai
dealer for details.

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A/V mode ........................................................................\
3-73
Air bag warning labels....................................................2-68
Air bags ........................................................................\
...2-45Additional safety precautions .....................................2-67
Air bag collision sensors ............................................2-61
Air bag inflation conditions .......................................2-63
Air bag non-inflation conditions ................................2-64
Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-68
Curtain air bags ..........................................................2-49
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger seat ...........................................................2-60
Driver’s front air bag..................................................2-47
Driver’s knee air bag ..................................................2-47
How does the air bag system operate? .......................2-50
Occupant classification system (OCS) .......................2-56
Passenger’s front air bag ............................................2-47
Side air bags ...............................................................2-48
SRS Care ....................................................................2-66\
SRS warning light .....................................................2-51
What to expect after an air bag inflates .....................2-55
Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision ..............2-61
Air cleaner.......................................................................7\
-32
Air conditioner compressor label ...................................8-10
Air conditioning system (Refrigerant/Compressor) .........8-5
Air ventilation seats ........................................................2-21 Airconditioning system
Automatic climate control system............................3-135
Manual climate control system ................................3-125
Alarm system ..................................................................3-19
Antenna ........................................................................\
.....4-2
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .......................................5-40
Appearance care..............................................................7-82 Exterior care ...............................................................7-82
Interior care ................................................................7-87
Armrest ........................................................................\
...2-14
Auto door lock/unlock features ......................................3-17
Auto hold ........................................................................\
5-37
Auto light position ........................................................3-105
Automatic climate control system ................................3-135 Air conditioning .......................................................3-142
Automatic heating and air conditioning ...................3-136
Climate control air filter...................................3-133, 145
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-137
Automatic transmission ..................................................5-14 Sports mode ................................................................5-17
Automatic transmission shift indicator ..........................3-69
AUX, USB and iPod
®port ...............................................4-2
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Instrument cluster ...........................................................3-63Automatic transmission shift indicator ......................3-69
Dual clutch transmission shift indicator.....................3-69
Gauges ........................................................................\
3-66
Instrument panel illumination ....................................3-65
LCD display control ...................................................3-66
Instrument panel fuse......................................................7-58
Instrument panel overview ...............................................1-5
Interior care .....................................................................7-8\
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Interior features .............................................................3-152 Clock ........................................................................\
3-155
Clothes hanger ..........................................................3-156
Cup holder ................................................................3-152
Floor mat anchor(s) ..................................................3-157
Luggage net holder ...................................................3-158
Power outlet..............................................................3-153
Side curtain...............................................................3-158
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-15\
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Interior lamp AUTO cut................................................3-114
Interior lights .................................................................3-116 Door courtesy lamp ..................................................3-116
Glove box lamp ........................................................3-117
Interior lamp AUTO cut ...........................................3-114
Map lamp ..................................................................3-114
Room lamp ...............................................................3-115
Trunk room lamp ......................................................3-116
Vanity mirror lamp ...................................................3-117
Interior overview...............................................................1-4 Jack and tools..................................................................6-15
Jack label........................................................................\
.6-22
Jump starting .....................................................................6-4\
Keys
Remote key...................................................................3-4
Smart key......................................................................3-\
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Label Air bag warning labels ...............................................2-68
Jack label ....................................................................6-22\
Refrigerant label .........................................................8-10
Tire loading information label....................................5-92
Tire sidewall labeling .................................................7-47
Tire specification and pressure label ..........................8-10
Vehicle certification label .............................................8-9
Lane departure warning system (LDWS) .......................5-69
LCD display ....................................................................3-71\
A/V mode ...................................................................3-73
Information mode .......................................................3-74
LCD modes ................................................................3-71
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Storage compartment ....................................................3-150Center console storage .............................................3-150
Glove box .................................................................3-150
Multi box ..................................................................3-151
Sunglass holder ........................................................3-151
Sunglass holder .............................................................3-151
Sunroof, see panoramic sunroof .....................................3-48
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
3-153
Tachometer ......................................................................3-\
66
Telescope steering ...........................................................3-23
Theft-alarm system .........................................................3-19
Tilt steering .....................................................................3-2\
3
Tire chains .......................................................................5\
-87
Tire loading information label ........................................5-92
Tire Mobility Kit .............................................................6-23
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ........................6-9
Tire rotation ....................................................................7-44\
Tire specification and pressure label ..............................8-10
Tire terminology and defintions .....................................7-51
Tires and wheels .............................................................7-41 All season tires ...........................................................7-54
Checking tire inflation pressure .................................7-43
Low aspect ratio tires .................................................7-55
Radial-ply tires ...........................................................7-55
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure.................7-42
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ...............7-42 Snow tires ...................................................................7-54
Summer tires ..............................................................7-54
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
41
Tire maintenance ........................................................7-47
Tire replacement .........................................................7-45
Tire rotation ................................................................7-44
Tire sidewall labeling .................................................7-47
Tire terminology and defintions .................................7-51
Tire traction ................................................................7-46
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-45
Wheel replacement .....................................................7-46
Tires and wheels (Spefification) .......................................8-4
Towing ........................................................................\
....6-30
Trailer towing..................................................................5-96
Transmission Automatic transmission ..............................................5-14
Dual clutch transmission ............................................5-18
Paddle shifter .............................................................5-24
Shift lock override ......................................................5-25
Shift lock system ........................................................5-25
Trip A/B ........................................................................\
..3-89
Trip computer..................................................................3-88 Digital speedometer....................................................3-92
Fuel Economy ............................................................3-90
Trip A/B ......................................................................3-\
89
Trip computer modes ......................................................3-72
Trunk ........................................................................\
.......3-53 Smart trunk .................................................................3-56
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