2016 Hyundai Sonata service

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Maintenance
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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 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 drive belts
(First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)
❑ Inspect intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose
- Turbo GDI (Every 6,200miles (10,000km))
❑Inspect dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)
❑ Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
❑Replace air cleaner filter
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❑Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) *3
(150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 240 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 (150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 240 months)
Normal Maintenance Schedule (CONT.)
No check, No service required
❑Automatic transmission 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.
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3Engine oil (1.6 TGDI/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.
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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.
❈ Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

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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7
Maintenance
When you do not use the vehiclefor a long time in a low tempera-
ture area, disconnect the battery
and keep it indoors.
Always charge the battery fully to prevent battery case damage
in low temperature areas.
For Best Battery Service
Keep the battery securely mounted.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Keep the terminals and connec-tions clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse any spilled acid from the bat- tery immediately with a solution of
water and baking soda.
Battery Recharging
NOTICE
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects and reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Wash hands after handling.
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Always follow these instructions
when recharging your vehicle’s
battery to avoid the risk of SERI-
OUS INJURY or DEATH from
explosions or acid burns:
Before performing mainte-
nance or recharging the bat-
tery, turn off all accessories and
place the ignition switch to the
LOCK/OFF position.
Keep all flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from
the battery.
Always work outdoors or in an
area with plenty of ventilation.
Wear eye protection when
checking the battery during
charging.
The battery must be removed
from the vehicle and placed in
a well ventilated area.
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WARNING

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Maintenance
Compact spare tire replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter
tread life than a regular size tire.
Replace it when you can see the
tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
The replacement compact spare tire
should be the same size and design
tire as the one provided with your
new vehicle and should be mounted
on the same compact spare tire
wheel. The compact spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
size wheel, and the compact spare
tire wheel is not designed for mount-
ing a regular size tire.
Wheel Replacement
When replacing the metal wheels for
any reason, make sure the new
wheels are equivalent to the original
factory units in diameter, rim width
and offset.
Tire Traction
Tire traction can be reduced if you
drive on worn tires, tires that are
improperly inflated or on slippery
road surfaces. Tires should be
replaced when tread wear indicators
appear. To reduce the possibility of
losing control, slow down whenever
there is rain, snow or ice on the road.
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Tires degrade over time, even
when they are not being used.
Regardless of the remaining
tread, HYUNDAI recommends
that tires be replaced after six
(6) years of normal service.
Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading condi-
tions can accelerate the aging
process. Failure to follow this
warning may cause sudden
tire failure, which could lead to
a loss of vehicle control result-
ing in an accident.
The original tire should be
repaired or replaced as soon as
possible to avoid failure of the
spare and loss of vehicle con-
trol resulting in an accident. The
compact spare tire is for emer-
gency use only. Do not operate
your vehicle over 50 mph (80
km/h) when using the compact
spare tire.
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Maintenance
4. Tire ply composition andmaterial
The number of layers or plies of rub-
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tire, which include
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
The letter "R" means radial ply con-
struction; the letter "D“ means diago-
nal or bias ply construction; and the
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
struction.
5. Maximum permissible infla-tion pressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
to the Tire and Loading Information
label for recommended inflation
pressure.
6. Maximum load rating
This number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that
can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
always use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.
7. Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maxi-
mum section width.
For example:
TREAD wear 200
TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times (1½) as well on the gov-
ernment course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
These grades are molded on the
sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires.
The tires available as standard or
optional equipment on your vehicle
may vary with respect to grade.

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Maintenance
Rear Combination Light Bulb
Replacement
Type A
(1) Stop/Tail lamp
(2) Turn signal lamp
(3) Tail lamp
(4) Back-up lamp
Stop/Tail lamp and Turn signal lamp
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the service cover by turn-ing the lock counterclockwise and
then pulling it out. 3. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb align with the slots in the
socket. Pull the bulb out of the
socket.
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.
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Stop/Tail lamp
Turn Signal lamp
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Maintenance
Type B
(1) Stop/Tail lamp
(2) Turn signal lamp
(3) Back-up lamp
Stop/Tail lamp
If the LED lamp does not operate,
have the vehicle checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Turn signal lamp
1.Open the trunk lid.
2.Remove the service cover by turn-ing the lock counterclockwise and
then pulling it out.
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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.