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7-8
Maintenance
At least twice a year:(i.e., every Spring and Autumn)
Check radiator, heater and air con-
ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
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.
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and hoodhinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
Lubricate door checker.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic 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 5 miles (8 km) in normal
temperature or less than 10miles
(16 km) 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 conditions
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
Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
For additional information or assis-
tance see an authorized retailer ofGenesis Branded products.
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Normal Maintenance Schedule (5.0 GDI) (CONT.)I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*3: Use only the specified automatic transmission fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubricants and capacities" in chapter 8 or the
label in the engine compartment.)
*4: Front/rear differential oil should be changed anytime, front/rear differential have been submerged in water.
*5: Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free\
but periodic inspection is recommended for this main- tenance schedule depends on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss
of power, hard starting problem, etc. replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule a\
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authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products for details.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
180112.5180
No check, No service required
168105168IIIII
15697.5156
14490144IIIIIII
13282.5132
12075120IIIII
10867.5108
966096IIIIIII
8452.584
724572IIIII
6037.560
483048IIIIIII
3622.536
241524IIIII
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Automatic transmission fluid *
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Front (AWD) / rear differential oil *
4
Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tankFuel tank air filter *
5
Fuel filter *
5
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsParking brakeBrake fluid
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
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Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule (3.3 Turbo-GDI) (CONT.)I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*4: Use only the specified automatic transmission fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubricants and capacities" in chapter 8 or thelabel in the engine compartment.)
*5: Front/rear differential oil should be changed anytime, front/rear differential have been submerged in water.
*6: Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free\
but periodic inspection is recommended for this main- tenance schedule depends on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss
of power, hard starting problem, etc. replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule a\
nd consult an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products for details.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
18090150
No check, No service required
16884140IIIII
15678130
14472120IIIIIII
13266110
12060100IIIIII
1085490
964880IIIIIII
844270
723660IIIIII
603050
482440IIIIIII
361830
241220IIIII
12610
MonthsMiles×1,000Km×1,000
Automatic transmission fluid *
4
Front (AWD) / rear differential oil *
5
Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tankFuel tank air filter *
6
Fuel filter *
6
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsParking brakeBrake fluid
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
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Engine Oil and Filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the
vehicle is being driven in severe con-
ditions, 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
A clogged-up fuel filter may limit the
vehicle driving speed, damage the
emission system, and cause the
hard starting. When a considerable
amount of foreign substances are
accumulated in the fuel tank, the fuel
filter should be replaced.
Upon installing a new fuel filter, oper-
ate the engine for several minutes,
and check the connections for any
leakages. Fuel filters should be
installed by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. Have an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products replace
any damaged or leaking parts imme-
diately.
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 a new vapor
hose or fuel filler cap is correctly
replaced.
Air Cleaner Filter
A Genesis air cleaner filter is recom-
mended when the filter is replaced.
Spark Plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
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Maintenance
Valve Clearance (3.3 T-GDI)
Inspect for excessive valve noise
and/or engine vibration and adjust if
necessary. Have an authorized retail-
er of Genesis Branded products per-
form the operation.
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 retailer of Genesis
Branded products in accordance to
the scheduled maintenance at the
beginning of this chapter.
Information
Automatic transmission fluid color is
red when new.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
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.
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transmission mal-
function and failure.
Use only the specified automatic
transmission fluid (refer to
"Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities" in chapter 8).
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Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately.
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir. The level should
be between the MIN and the MAX
marks on the side of the reservoir.
Use only hydraulic brake fluid con-
forming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifica-
tion.
Brake Transmission Fluid
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, or damage. Start the
engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the
engine off, check for excessive free-
play in the steering wheel. Check the
linkage for bends or damage. Check
the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.
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Maintenance
Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’sprecautions.
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
temperature.
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 check the 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.
Use only the specified engine oil
(refer to "Recommended
Lubricants and Capacities" in
chapter 8).
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 overfilled.
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.
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine oil contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects and reproductive harm. Used engine oil
may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the ski\
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for prolonged periods of time. Always protect your skin by washing
your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possi-
ble after handling used oil.
WARNING
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized retailer of Genesis
Branded products according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of\
this chapter.