
Vehicle Information, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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Recommended SAE viscosity number
 CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before 
checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important in dusty or sandy 
areas and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug and dipstick 
areas will prevent dirt and grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that 
could be damaged.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather 
operating (engine start and engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils can 
provide better fuel economy and cold weather performance, however, higher viscosity 
engine oils are required for satisfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using oils of any 
viscosity other than those recommended could result in engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be operated 
in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended oil viscosity from 
the chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature °C
-30-20-10 0 10 20 30 40 50
(°F) -100 20 40 60 80 100 120
Engine Oil *
1
Smartstream 
G2.5 GDI0W-20 0W-20
Smartstream 
G2.5 T-GDI0W-30
*1 : Requires 
engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine 
oil filter must be replaced as indicated for severe maintenance condition.
An engine oil displaying this API Certification Mark conforms to 
the international Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee 
(ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine oils that uphold 
this API Certification Mark.    

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 WARNING
Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and 
death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.
Do not inhale engine exhaust.
If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows 
immediately. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the 
oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you 
drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle, we recommend 
that the exhaust system be checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous 
practice. Run the engine only long enough to start the engine and to move the vehicle 
out of the garage.
Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the 
vehicle, be sure to do so only in an open area with the air intake set at “Fresh” and fan 
control set to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
Keep the air intakes clear.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the ventilation air intakes 
located in front of the windshield clear of snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.
If you must drive with the liftgate open:
Close all windows.
Open instrument panel air vents.
Set the air intake control at “Fresh”, the air flow control at “Floor” or “Face”, and the fan 
control set to high.
 WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components including 
components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit harmful 
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and 
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain 
products of components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California 
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.   

Driving your vehicle
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•	The driving mode automatically 
changes to SMART SPORT mode 
only in harsh driving situations. In 
most of the normal driving situations, 
the driving mode sets to be either 
in SMART ECO mode or in SMART 
COMFORT mode.
Limitation of SMART mode
The SMART mode may be limited in 
following situations. (The OFF indicator 
illuminates in those situations.)
•	 The driver manually moves the shift 
lever : It deactivates SMART mode. 
The vehicle drives, as the driver 
manually moves the shift lever.
•	 The cruise control is activated : The 
cruise system may deactivate the 
SMART mode. When a higher system 
is set by the cruise system, it starts to 
control vehicle speed and deactivates 
SMART mode. (SMART mode is not 
deactivated just by activing the cruise 
system.)
•	 The transmission oil temperature is either 
extremely low or extremely high : The 
SMART mode can be active in most of 
the normal driving situations. However, 
an extremely high/ low transmission oil 
temperature may temporarily deactivate 
the SMART mode, because the 
transmission condition is out of normal 
operation condition.   

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Chain Installation
When installing tire chains, follow the 
manufacturer’s instructions and mount 
them as tightly possible. Drive slowly 
(less than 20 mph (30 km/h)) with 
chains installed. If you hear the chains 
contacting the body or chassis, stop and 
tighten them. If they still make contact, 
slow down until the noise stops. Remove 
the tire chains as soon as you begin 
driving on cleared roads.
When mounting snow chains, park the 
vehicle on level ground away from traffic. 
Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning 
Flasher and place a triangular emergency 
warning device behind the vehicle (if 
available). Always place the vehicle in P 
(Park), apply the parking brake and turn 
off the engine before installing snow 
chains.
NOTICE
When using tire chains:
•	Wrong size chains or improperly 
installed chains can damage your 
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, 
body and wheels.
•	 Use SAE “S” class or wire chains.
•	 If you hear noise caused by chains 
contacting the body, retighten the 
chain to prevent contact with the 
vehicle body.
•	 To prevent body damage, retighten 
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6 miles 
(0.5~1.0 km).
•	 Do not use tire chains on vehicles 
equipped with aluminum wheels. If 
unavoidable, use a wire type chain.
•	 Use wire chains less than 0.47  in. 
(12mm) thick to prevent damage to 
the chain’s connection.
Winter precautions
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high 
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the 
cooling system. It is the only type of 
coolant that should be used because it 
helps prevent corrosion in the cooling 
system, lubricates the water pump and 
prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or 
replenish your coolant in accordance 
with the maintenance schedule in 
chapter 9. Before winter, have your 
coolant tested to assure that its freezing 
point is sufficient for the temperatures 
anticipated during the winter.
Check battery and cables
Winter temperatures affect battery 
performance. Inspect the battery and 
cables, as specified in chapter 9. The 
battery charging level can be checked 
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or in a 
service station.
Change to “winter weight” oil if 
necessary
In some regions during winter, it is 
recommended to use the “winter 
weight” oil with lower viscosity In 
addition, replace the engine oil and filter 
if it is close to the next maintenance 
interval. Fresh engine oil ensures 
optimum engine operation during the 
winter months. For further information, 
refer to chapter 2. When you are not 
sure about a type of winter weight oil, 
we recommend that you consult an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.   

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If you are considering to tow with 
your vehicle, you should first know 
your country’s legal requirements. As 
laws vary the requirements for towing 
trailers, cars, or other types of vehicles 
or apparatus may differ. When you are 
not sure about a type of winter weight 
oil, we recommend that you consult an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Remember that trailering is different 
than just driving your vehicle by 
itself. Trailering means changes in 
handling, durability, and fuel economy. 
Successful, safe trailering requires 
correct equipment, and it has to be used 
properly. Damage to your vehicle caused 
by improper trailer towing is not covered 
by your vehicle manufacturer’s warranty.
This section contains time-tested, 
important trailering tips and safety 
rules. Many of these are important for 
your safety and that of your passengers. 
Please read this section carefully before 
you pull a trailer. WARNING
Take the following precautions:
•	If you don’t use the correct 
equipment and/or drive improperly, 
you can lose control of the vehicle 
when you are pulling a trailer. For 
example, if the trailer is too heavy, 
the braking performance may be 
reduced. You and your passengers 
could be seriously or fatally injured. 
Pull a trailer only if you have followed 
all the steps in this section.
•	 Before towing, make sure the 
total trailer weight, GCW (Gross 
Combination Weight), GVW (Gross 
Vehicle Weight), GAW (Gross Axle 
Weight) and trailer tongue load are 
all within the limits.
•	 When you tow a trailer, make sure to 
turn off the Idle Stop and Go system.
TRAILER TOWING   

Maintenance
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Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
•	Check the engine oil level.
•	 Check the coolant level in the engine 
coolant reservoir or the water-cooled 
intercooler coolant reservoir.
•	 Check the windshield washer 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.    

Maintenance
9-8
Normal maintenance schedule
MAINTENANCE  INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104
Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Engine oil and engine oil filter 
*1 *2
R R R R R R R R R R R R R
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
Fuel additives *
4
Add 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 :  Check the engine oil level and leak every 350 miles (500km) or before starting a long trip.
*3 :  The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.
*4 :  If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.    

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Normal maintenance schedule
MAINTENANCE  INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104
Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Engine oil and engine oil filter 
*1 *2
R R R R R R R R R R R R R
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
Fuel additives *
4
Add 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 : 
 Check the engine oil level and leak every 350 miles (500km) or before starting a long trip.
*3 : 
 The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.
*4 : 
 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
Normal maintenance schedule
MAINTENANCE   INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104
Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Air cleaner filter I I R I I R I I R I I R I
Spark plugs 
*5
TGDI RR
EXCEPT TGDI Replace every 96,000 miles (156,000 km)
Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tank  IIIIII
Fuel tank air filter *
6
I IIIII
Fuel lines, hoses and connections IIIIII
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*5 : For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it’s interval when you do maintenance of other items. *6 :  The fuel filter is consider ed to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule 
depends on fuel quality. If there are some important matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem 
etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule. We recommend that you consult an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer for details.