2018 Hyundai Elantra oil dipstick

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Your vehicle at a glance
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1. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-20
2. Engine oil dipstick .............................7-19
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir...............7-23
4. Positive battery terminal ...................7-30
5. Negative battery terminal..................7-30
6. Fuse box ...........................................7-49
7. Air cleaner.........................................7-25
8. Engine coolant reservoir ...................7-21
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....7-24
OAD076120/OAD075100LThe actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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Maintenance
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OAD076120/OAD075100L
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1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Positive battery terminal
5. Negative battery terminal
6. Fuse box
7. Air cleaner
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Maintenance
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Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s pre-
cautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on the level ground in P (Park) with the parking
brake set. If possible, block the
wheels.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the engine to reach normal operating tem-
perature.
4. Turn the engine off and wait about five minutes for the oil to return to the oil
pan.
5. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.
6. Pull the dipstick out again and checkthe level. The level should be between
F and L.
7. If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level to F. To prevent damage to your engine:
Do not overfill with engine oil. Add
oil in small quantities and recheck
level to ensure engine is not over-
filled.
Do not spill engine oil when adding or changing engine oil. Use a funnel
to help prevent oil from being
spilled on engine components. Wipe
off spilled oil immediately.
NOTICE
OAD076121
OAD075062L
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■2.0 MPI

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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Recommended SAE viscosity
number Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather.Using oils of any viscosity other than
those recommended could result in
engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change.
Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.
CAUTION
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Engine
Oil
Gamma
1.6 T-GDI *1
Nu 2.0 MPI *2
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(°F)
*1: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a vis-
cosity grade 5W-30 (ACEA A5 or above). However, if the engine oil is not
available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil
viscosity chart.
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2: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a vis- cosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine
oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the
engine oil viscosity chart.
5W-30, 5W-40
10W-30
15W-40
20W-50
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30