Emergency Situations
8-28
When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies:
1. Release EPB before turning off the
engine.
2. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the OFF position.
3. Change the gear to N (Neutral) by
pressing the P release button (need to
remove cap-cover) while pressing the
brake pedal. For more details, refer to
“Automatic Transmission” section in
chapter 6.
4. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the ACC position.
CAUTION
Failure to shift the gear to N (Neutral)
may cause internal damage to the
transmission.
Removable Towing Hook
1. Open the liftgate, and remove the
towing hook from the tool case.
Maintenance
9
9. Maintenance
Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
...............9-3
Maintenance Services
........................................................................\
..............9-4Owner’s Responsibility ........................................................................\
.......................9-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ........................................................................\
.......9-4
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.................9-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
...........9-6
Scheduled Maintenance Services ....................................................................9 -7Normal Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
..........9-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions .........................................................9-11
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ..............................................9-13Fuel Filter ........................................................................\
............................................9-13
Engine oil ........................................................................\
..................................9-15Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................\
...........9-15
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................\
...9-16
Engine Coolant/Liquid-Cooled Intercooler Coolant .....................................9-17Checking the Coolant Level ........................................................................\
................ 9-17
Changing Coolant ........................................................................\
..............................9-19
Brake Fluid ........................................................................\
...............................9-20
Checking the Brake Fluid Level ........................................................................\
........9-20
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
.............................9-21Checking the Washer Fluid Level ........................................................................\
......9-21
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
...............................9-22Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
.............................9-22
Cabin Air Filter ........................................................................\
.........................9-23Filter Inspection ........................................................................\
.................................. 9-23
Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
.............................9-23
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
...........................9-24Blade Inspection ........................................................................\
................................9-24
Blade Replacement ........................................................................\
............................9-24
Battery ........................................................................\
......................................9-27Battery Usage Recommendations ........................................................................\
....9-28
Battery Recharging ........................................................................\
............................9-28
Reset Items ........................................................................\
.........................................9-29
Tires and Wheels ........................................................................\
.....................9-30Tire Care ........................................................................\
.............................................9-30
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ..........................................................9-30
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ........................................................................\
.............9-31
Tire Rotation ........................................................................\
.......................................9-32
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ........................................................................\
...9-33
Tire Replacement ........................................................................\
...............................9-33
Wheel Replacement ........................................................................\
...........................9-34
Tire Traction ........................................................................\
........................................9-34
Tire Maintenance ........................................................................\
................................ 9-34
Tire Sidewall Labeling
........................................................................\
........................9-35
Tire Terminology and Definitions ........................................................................\
.....9-38
All Season Tires ........................................................................\
...................................9-41
Summer Tires ........................................................................\
.....................................9-41
Snow Tires ........................................................................\
.......................................... 9-42
Radial-Ply Tires
........................................................................\
..................................9-42
Low Aspect Ratio Tires ........................................................................\
......................9-43
Fuses ........................................................................\
........................................9-44Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement .......................................................................9-45
Engine Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement .....................................................9-46
Fuse/Relay Panel Description ........................................................................\
............ 9-47
Light Bulbs ........................................................................\
...............................9-60Headlamp, Position Lamp, Turn Signal Lamp, Daytime Running Light (DRL)
Replacement ........................................................................\
......................................9-61
Side Repeater Lamp Replacement ........................................................................\
..9-62
Puddle Lamp Replacement ........................................................................\
..............9-62
Rear combination Lamp Replacement ....................................................................9-63
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement .................................................................9-63
License Plate Lamp Replacement ........................................................................\
....9-64
Interior Light Replacement ........................................................................\
...............9-64
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
....................9-66Exterior Care ........................................................................\
......................................9-66
Interior Care ........................................................................\
........................................9-72
Emission Control System ........................................................................\
.........9-75
California Perchlorate Notice
........................................................................\
..9-779
09
9-5
WARNING
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or
the proper tools and equipment to do
the work, have it done by an authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products.
ALWAYS follow these precautions for
performing maintenance work:
• Park your vehicle on level ground.
Shift the vehicle to P (Park), apply
the parking brake, and press the
Engine Start/Stop button to the OFF
position.
• Block the tires (front and back) to
prevent the vehicle from moving.
Remove loose clothing or jewelry
that can become entangled in
moving parts.
• If you must operate the engine
during maintenance, do so
outdoors or in an area with plenty of
ventilation.
• Keep flames, sparks, or smoking
materials away from the battery and
fuel-related parts.
WARNING
Touching metal parts
Do not touch metal parts
(including strut bars) while
the engine is operating or
hot. Doing so could result in
serious personal injury. Turn
the engine off and wait until
the metal parts cool down to
perform maintenance work on
the vehicle.
The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed
by the owner or an authorized retailer
of Genesis Branded products at the
frequencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of your
vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your dealer as
soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance vehicle
checks are generally not covered by
warranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
9-6
Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir or the liquid-cooled
intercooler coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield liquid fluid level.
• Check for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your 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.
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 looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
• 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 automatic 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
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
• Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened 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 hood
hinges.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate automatic
transmission linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.
09
9 -7
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 10 miles (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
• Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
• Engine oil usage which is not recommended (mineral type, lower grade spec, etc.)
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.
NOTICE
After 10 years or 100,000 miles, we recommend to use severe maintenance
schedule.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Maintenance
9-8
Normal Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 1224 3648 60 7284 96108 120 132144 156
Miles×1,000 816 24 3240 48 5664 7280 8896104
Km×1,000 1326 39 5265 78 91104 117130 143156169
Engine oil and engine oil filter
*1
R RRRRRRRRRRRR
Fuel additives
*2
Add every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
Air cleaner filter Inspect every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months,
replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 36 months
Spark plugs RR
Rotate tires Rotate every 8,000 miles (13,000 km)
Cabin air filter (for evaporator and blower unit) Replace every 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 12 months
Drive belts
*3
At first, inspect at 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 72 months,
after that, inspect every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*1 : Requires API SN PLUS (or above) grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter
must be replaced at every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months as indicated for severe maintenance condition.
*2 : If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
*3 : The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.
09
9-9
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Cont.)
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 1224 3648 60 7284 96108 120 132144 156
Miles×1,000 816 24 3240 48 5664 7280 8896104
Km×1,000 1326 39 5265 78 91104 117130 143156169
Vacuum hose IIIIIIIIIIIII
Engine coolant At first, replace at 80,000 miles (130,000 km) or 10 years
after that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months
Battery condition IIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections IIIIIIIIIIIII
Front brake disc/pads, calipers IIIIIIIIIIIII
Rear brake disc/pads IIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots / lower arm
ball joint, upper arm ball joint I
IIIIIIIIII
II
Driveshaft and boots IIIIIIIIIIIII
Suspension mounting bolts IIIIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner refrigerant IIIIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor IIIIIIIIIIIII
Propeller shaft IIIIIIIIIIIII
Exhaust pipe and muffler IIIIIIIIIIIII
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.