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Maintenance
9-4
You should exercise the utmost care 
to prevent damage to your vehicle and 
injury to yourself whenever performing 
any maintenance or inspection 
procedures.
We recommend you have your 
vehicle maintained and repaired by an 
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded 
products. An authorized retailer of 
Genesis Branded products meets 
Genesis Branded Vehicle’s high service 
quality standards and receives technical 
support from Genesis Branded Vehicle in 
order to provide you with a high level of 
service satisfaction.
Owner’s Responsibility
Maintenance service and record 
retention are the owner’s responsibility.
You should retain documents that show 
proper maintenance has been performed 
on your vehicle in accordance with 
the scheduled maintenance service 
charts shown on the following pages. 
You need this information to establish 
your compliance with the servicing 
and maintenance requirements of your 
vehicle warranties.
Detailed warranty information is 
provided in your Owner’s Handbook & 
Warranty Information booklet.
Repairs and adjustments required as a 
result of improper maintenance or a lack 
of required maintenance are not covered.
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient 
servicing may result in operational 
problems with your vehicle that could 
lead to vehicle damage, an accident, or 
personal injury. This chapter provides 
instructions only for the maintenance 
items that are easy to perform. Several 
procedures can be done only by an 
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded 
products with special tools.
Your vehicle should not be modified 
in any way. Such modifications may 
adversely affect the performance, safety 
or durability of your vehicle and may, in 
addition, violate conditions of the limited 
warranties covering the vehicle.
Certain modifications may also be in 
violation of regulations established by 
the U.S. Department of Transportation 
and other federal or state agencies.
NOTICE
Improper owner maintenance during 
the warranty period may affect 
warranty coverage. For details, read 
the separate Owner’s Handbook & 
Warranty Information booklet provided 
with the vehicle. If you’re unsure about 
any service or maintenance procedure, 
have it done by an authorized retailer of 
Genesis Branded products.
MAINTENANCE SERVICES    
         
        
        
     
        
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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   
         
        
        
     
        
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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.    
         
        
        
     
        
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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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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.    
         
        
        
     
        
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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.   
         
        
        
     
        
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Maintenance
9-10
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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9-11
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.