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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
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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.
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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
Automatic transmission fluid
*1
No check, No service required
Front differential oil (AWD) /Rear differential oil
*2
I II
Transfer case oil (AWD) No check, No service required
Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tank Inspect every 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 24 months
Fuel tank air filter
Fuel lines, hoses and connections
Parking brake IIIIII
Brake fluid Inspect every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 48 months
Electronic Limited Slip Differential (e-LSD) oil No check, No service required
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*1 : Use only the specified automatic transmission fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubricants and capacities” section in chapter 2 or
the label in the engine compartment.)
*2 : Front/Rear differential oil should be changed anytime, front/rear differential have been submerged in water. Ã Fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but the quality of fuel used may impact the frequency of maintenance
needed. 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 and consult an authorized retailer
of Genesis Branded products for details.
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
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
operation Maintenance intervals Driving
condition
Engine oil and
engine oil filter
*1R Replace every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J, K, L
Air cleaner filter RInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition A, B, F, G, H, I, K
Cabin air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition C, E, G
Disc brakes and
pads, calipers and
rotors I
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Steering gear rack,
linkage and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J
Suspension ball
joints IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Propeller shaft IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J
Automatic
transmission fluid RReplace every 60,000 miles
(100,000 km) A, C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, K
Front differential
oil (AWD) / Rear
differential oil R
Replace every 72,000 miles
(120,000 km) C, D, E, G, H, I, J
Transfer case oil
(AWD) -
No Check, No service required -
Parking brake IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, G, H
Electronic Limited
Slip Differential
(e-LSD) oil -
No Check, No service required -
*1 : If a lower grade engine oil (below API SN PLUS) is substituted, 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.
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Maintenance
9-12
Severe driving conditions
A. Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature
or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B. Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C. Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or saltspread roads
D. Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E. Driving in the condition of inflowing sand or dust into engine
F. Driving in heavy traffic area
G. Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads
H. Towing a trailer (if equipped)
I. Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J. Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K. Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
L. Engine oil usage which is not recommended (mineral type, lower grade spec, etc.)
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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 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
periodically for proper tension and
adjusted as necessary.
Information
When you are inspecting the belt, turn the
engine off.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Have an authorized retailer of Genesis
Branded products replace any damaged
or leaking parts immediately.
Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.
Air Cleaner Filter
We recommend that the air cleaner filter
be replaced by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
Spark Plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Cooling System
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Engine coolant/Liquid-cooled
intercooler coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Automatic transmission fluid
Automatic transmission fluid should
not be checked under normal usage
conditions, the automatic transmission
fluid should be changed by an authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products
according to the maintenance schedule.
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. It does not
need to be replaced based on the color
change.
NOTICE
The use of a non-specified fluid could
result in transmission malfunction and
failure.
Use only specified automatic
transmission fluid. (Refer to
“Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2.)
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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9-15
ENGINE OIL
Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s
precautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on the level
ground in P (Park) with the parking
brake set and the wheels blocked.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the
engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
4. Turn the engine off and wait about ten
minutes for the oil to return to the oil
pan.
5. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and
re-insert it fully.
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Maintenance
9-16
Checking the Engine Oil and
Filter
Have the engine oil and filter changed by an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
chapter.
WARNING
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 skin for prolonged periods of time.
Always protect your skin by washing
your hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible after
handling used oil.