2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid transmission fluid

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Maintenance when towing a
trailer
Your vehicle will need service more
often when you regularly pull a trail-
er. Important items to pay particular
attention to include engine oil, auto-
matic transmission fluid, axle lubri-
cant and cooling system fluid. Brake
condition is another important item to
frequently check. If you’re trailering,
it’s a good idea to review these items
before you start your trip. Don’t forget
to also maintain your trailer and
hitch. Follow the maintenance sched-
ule that accompanied your trailer and
check it periodically. Preferably, con-
duct the check at the start of each
day’s driving. Most importantly, all
hitch nuts and bolts should be tight.To prevent vehicle damage:
• Due to higher load during trailer
usage, overheating might occur
on hot days or during uphill driv-
ing. If the coolant gauge indi-
cates over-heating, switch off
the air conditioner and stop the
vehicle in a safe area to cool
down the engine.
• Do not switch off the engine
while the coolant gauge indi-
cates over-heating.
(Keep the engine idle to cool
down the engine)
• When towing check automatic
transmission fluid more fre-
quently.
• If your vehicle is not equipped
with an air conditioner, you
should install a condenser fan
to improve engine performance
when towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Driving your vehicle

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What to do in an emergency
• Use a towing cable or chain less
than 5 m (16 feet) long. Attach a
white or red cloth (about 30 cm (12
inches) wide) in the middle of the
cable or chain for easy visibility.
• Drive carefully so the towing cable
or chain remains tight during tow-
ing.
• Before towing, check the dual clutch
transmission for fluid leaks under
your vehicle. If the dual clutch trans-
mission fluid is leaking, flatbed
equipment or a towing dolly must be
used.To avoid damage to your vehicle
and vehicle components when
towing:
•Always pull straight ahead
when using the towing hooks.
Do not pull from the side or at
a vertical angle.
•Do not use the towing hooks
to pull a vehicle out of mud,
sand or other conditions from
which the vehicle cannot be
driven out under its own
power.
•Limit the vehicle speed to
15 km/h (10 mph) and drive
less than 1.5 km (1 mile) when
towing to avoid serious dam-
age to the dual clutch trans-
mission.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
• Check for low or under-inflated
tires.
While operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any
increased steering effort or loose-
ness in the steering wheel, or
change in its straight-ahead posi-
tion.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
• When stopping, listen and check
for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
• Check the dual clutch transmission
P (Park) function.
• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
• Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Autumn)
• Check radiator, heater and air condi-
tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
• Check windshield washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with a clean cloth damp-
ened with washer fluid.
• Check headlamp alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
• Check the seat belts for wear and
function. Be careful when checking your
engine coolant/inverter coolant
level when the engine is hot.
This may result in coolant being
blown out of the opening and
cause serious burns and other
injuries.
WARNING

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Maintenance
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
At least once a year:
• Clean body and door drain holes.
• Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather
strips.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate dual clutch
transmission linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where
none of the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply,
you must follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.
• Repeated driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal tem-
perature or less than 16 km (10miles) in freezing temperature
• Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
• Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads
• Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold
weather
• Driving in heavy dust condition
• Driving in heavy traffic area
• Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly
• Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack
• Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing
• Driving over 170 km/h (106 miles/h)
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect,
replace or refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance
Schedule. After the periods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow
the prescribed maintenance intervals.

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Maintenance
Normal maintenance schedule - For Europe (except Russia)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
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6: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory.
An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
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7: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
*8: Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day
At first, inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant / Inverter coolant *6 At first, replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months*7
Dual clutch transmission fluid *8II
Engine clutch actuator fluidIRIRIRIR
Engine clutch actuator hose and lineIIIIIIII
Battery condition (12V, Plug-in hybrid vehicle)IIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedalIIII
Parking brakeIIII
Brake fluidIRIRIRIR
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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Maintenance
Maintenance under severe usage conditions - For Europe (except Russia)
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 filterRReplace every 7,500 km (5,000 miles)
or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J, K
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, H, I
HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator) belt
REvery 45,000 km (30,000 miles)
or 24 months
C, D, E, K
IEvery 15,000 km (10,000 miles)
or 12 months
Dual clutch transmission fluidREvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
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

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Maintenance
Normal maintenance schedule - Except Europe (but include Russia)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day
At first, inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant / Inverter coolant *7At first, replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months*8
Dual clutch transmission fluid *9II
Engine clutch actuator fluidReplace every 40,000 km (26,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine clutch actuator hose and lineIIIIIIII
Battery conditionFor Middle EastInspect every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 6 months
Except EuropeIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedalIIII
Parking brakeIIII
Brake fluidIRIRIRIR
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace. R : Replace or change.
*7: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory.
An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
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8: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
*9: Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

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Maintenance
Maintenance under severe usage conditions - Except Europe (but include Russia)
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 *1,
Central & South
AmericaRReplace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles)
or 6 months
A, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J, K
Except Middle East *1,
Central & South
AmericaRReplace every 7,500 km (5,000 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
HSG (Hybrid Starter &
Generator) belt
For Middle East *1,
Central & South
AmericaREvery 30,000 km (20,000 miles)
or 24 months
C, D, E, K
IEvery 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months
Except Middle East *1,
Central & South
AmericaREvery 45,000 km (30,000 miles)
or 24 months
IEvery 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12
months
Dual clutch transmission fluidREvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
*1: Middle East includes Libya, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt and Iran.