
Driving your vehicle
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Check spark plugs and ignition system
Inspect the spark plugs, as specified in 
chapter 8. If necessary, replace them. 
Also check all ignition wirings and 
components for any cracks, wear-out, 
and damage.
To prevent locks from freezing
To prevent the locks from being frozen, 
spray approved de-icing fluid or glycerin 
into key holes. When a lock opening is 
already covered with ice, spray approved 
de-icing fluid over the ice to remove it. 
When an internal part of a lock freezes, 
try to thaw it with a heated key. Carefully 
use the heated key to avoid an injury.
Use approved window washer anti-
freeze solution in system
To prevent the window washer from 
being frozen, add authorized window 
washer anti-freeze solution, as specified 
on the window washer container. 
Window washer anti-freeze solution is 
available from an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer, and most vehicle accessory 
outlets. Do not use engine coolant or 
other types of anti-freeze solution, to 
prevent any damage to the vehicle paint.Do not let your parking brake freeze
Under some conditions your parking 
brake can freeze in the engaged position. 
This is most likely to happen when there 
is an accumulation of snow or ice around 
or near the rear brakes or if the brakes 
are wet. When there is the risk that your 
parking brake may freeze, temporarily 
apply it with the gear in P (Park). Also, 
block the rear wheels in advance, so the 
vehicle may not roll. Then, release the 
parking brake.
Do not let ice and snow accumulate 
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice 
can build up under the fenders and 
interfere with the steering. When driving 
in such conditions during the severe 
winter, you should check underneath 
the vehicle on a regular basis, to ensure 
that the front wheels and the steering 
components is unblocked.
Carry emergency equipment
In accordance with weather conditions, 
you should carry appropriate emergency 
equipment, while driving. Some of the 
items you may want to carry include tire 
chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight, 
emergency flares, sand, shovel, jumper 
cables, window scraper, gloves, ground 
cloth, coveralls, blanket, etc.
Do not place objects or materials in the 
engine compartment
Putting objects or materials in the engine 
compartment may cause an engine 
failure or combustion, because they may 
block the engine cooling. Such damage 
will not be covered by the manufacturer’s 
warranty.    

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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.   

Maintenance
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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 RReplace more frequently 
depending on the  condition C, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently 
depending on the  condition A, B, H, I, K
Steering gear box, linkage & 
boots / lower arm ball joint, 
upper arm ball joint IInspect more frequently 
depending on the  condition C, D, E, F, G, 
H, I
Disc brakes and pads, calipers 
and rotors IInspect more frequently 
depending on the  condition C, D, G, H
*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     

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Air cleaner filter
We recommend that the air cleaner filter 
be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer.
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
The coolant should be changed at the 
intervals specified in the maintenance 
schedule.
Engine coolant/water-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.
We recommend that the automatic 
transmission fluid be changed by an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer 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.)
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if 
equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission fluid 
according to the maintenance schedule.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation, 
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any 
leakage. Replace any deteriorated 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 conforming to DOT 
4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system 
including the parking brake lever and 
cables.