2017 Hyundai Elantra oil

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 *3,
Central & South AmericaRReplace every 5,000 km (3,100 miles) or 6 months
A, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, K, L
Except Middle East *3,
Central & South AmericaRReplace every 7,500 km (4,650 miles) or 6 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
Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage and Low Mileage Conditions – Gasoline Engine (Except Europe)

Maintenance
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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
1: Inspect and if necessary correct or replace. Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or
replace.
*
2: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
*3: The engine oil level should be checked regularly and maintained properly. Operating with an insufficient amount oil can dam- age the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.
Normal Maintenance Schedule – Diesel Engine
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,00012.52537.55062.57587.5100
Km×1,00020406080100120140160
Drive belts *1At first, inspect at 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 48 months, after every 20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 months
Engine oil and engine oil filter *2*3RRRRRRRR
Tensioner/idler/damper pulleyInspect when replacing the drive belt
Air cleaner filter IRIRIRIR
Fuel filler capII
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM

Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage and Low Mileage Conditions – Diesel Engine
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 filterREvery 10,000 km (6,200 miles) or 6 monthsA, B, C, F, G, H,
I, J, K, L
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Manual transmission fluid (if equipped)REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, G, H, I, K
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)A, C, D, E, G, H,
I, K
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIReplace 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
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the car
is being driven in severe conditions,
more frequent oil and filter changes
are required.
Drive belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
saturation and replace if necessary.
Drive belts should be checked peri-
odically for proper tension and
adjusted as necessary.
Fuel filter (cartridge)
A clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven,
damage the emission system and
cause multiple issues such as hard
starting. If an excessive amount of
foreign matter accumulates in the
fuel tank, the filter may require
replacement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and
check for leaks at the connections.
We recommend that the fuel filter be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. We recommend that the fuel
lines, fuel hoses and connections be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-
rectly replaced.
When you are inspecting the
belt, place the ignition switch to
the LOCK/OFF or ACC position.
CAUTION

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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL
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 tempera-
ture.
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.
• Do not overfill the engine oil. It
may damage the engine.
• Do not spill engine oil, when
adding or changing engine oil. If
you drop the engine oil on the
engine room, wipe it off immedi-
ately.
• When you wipe the oil level
gauge, you should wipe it with a
clean cloth. When mixed with
debris, it can cause engine dam-
age.
NOTICE
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.
WARNING
OAD075062L
OAD075102L
OAD075004
■Gamma 1.6 MPI
■Nu 2.0 MPI
■UII 1.6 TCI

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Maintenance
- Diesel Engine
Overfilling the diesel engine oil
may cause severe dieseling due to
the churning effect. It may damage
the diesel engine with the abrupt
engine speed incensement, com-
bustion noise, and white smoke
emission.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 com-
ponents.
Use only the specified engine oil.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricants
and capacities” in Chapter 8.)
NOTICE
OAD075063L
OAD075103L
OAD075006
■Gamma 1.6 MPI
■Nu 2.0 MPI
■UII 1.6 TCI

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Maintenance
Checking the engine oil and
filter
We recommend that the engine oil
and filter be replaced by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.Used engine oil may cause irri-
tation or cancer of the skin if
left in contact with the skin for
prolonged periods of time. Used
engine oil contains chemicals
that have caused cancer in lab-
oratory animals. Always protect
your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap
and warm water as soon as pos-
sible after handling used oil.
WARNING

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Maintenance
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid to
contact the vehicle's body paint,
as paint damage will result.
Brake/clutch fluid, which has been
exposed to open air for an extend-
ed 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 mineral-based oil,
such as engine oil, in your
brake/clutch system can damage
brake/clutch system parts.
NOTICE
When changing and adding
brake/clutch fluid, handle it
carefully. Do not let it come in
contact with your eyes. If brake/
clutch fluid should come in con-
tact 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