
06
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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 8. Before winter, have your 
coolant tested to assure that its freezing 
point is sufficient for the temperatures 
anticipated during the winter.
Change to "winter weight" oil if 
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that 
a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be 
used during cold weather. See chapter 8 
for recommendations. If you aren't sure 
what weight oil you should use, consult 
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the 
battery system. Visually inspect the 
battery and cables as described in 
chapter 8. The level of charge in your 
battery can be checked by an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer or a service station.
Check spark plugs and ignition 
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in 
chapter 8 and replace them if necessary. 
Also check all ignition wiring and 
components to be sure they are not 
cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
Use approved window washer anti-
freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer 
system from freezing, add an approved 
window washer anti-freeze solution in 
accordance with instructions on the 
container. Window washer anti-freeze is available 
from an authorized HYUNDAI dealer 
and most auto parts outlets. Do not 
use engine coolant or other types of 
antifreeze as these may damage the 
paint finish.
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. If there is a risk 
the parking brake may freeze, apply 
it only temporarily while you put the 
gear selector lever in P and block the 
rear wheels so the car cannot 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 severe winter conditions where this 
may happen, you should periodically 
check underneath the car to be sure the 
movement of the front wheels and the 
steering components is not obstructed.
Don't place foreign objects 
or materials in the engine 
compartment
Placement of foreign object or materials 
which prevent cooling of the engine, in 
the engine compartment, may cause a 
failure or combustion. The manufacturer 
is not responsible for the damage caused 
by such placement.
To keep locks from freezing
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt 
an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine 
into the key opening. If a lock is covered 
with ice, squirt it with an approved de-
icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock 
is frozen internally, you may be able to 
thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle 
the heated key with care to avoid injury. 

Maintenance
9-8
Normal Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE 
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE 
ITEMMonths 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
Smartstream 
G2.0 Atkinson
RRRRRRRRRRRRR
Smartstream 
G1.6 T-GDi
RRRRRRRRRRRRR
Fuel additives 
*2
Add fuel additives every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
Air cleaner filter I I R I I R I I R I I R I
Air intake hose I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Spark plugsSmartstream 
G2.0 AtkinsonReplace every 96,000 miles
Smartstream 
G1.6 T-GDiReplace every 47,000 miles
Rotate tires Rotate tires every 8,000 miles (13,000 km)
Cabin air filterRRRRRR
Drive belts 
*3
At first, inspect at 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 72 months.
Thereafter, inspect every 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 24 months
R: Replace or change.
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.*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 HYUNDAI dealer 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 excessively.
❈ As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the amount of engine oil should be checked regularly.
❈  The replacement cycle of engine oil is set by the period which the performance of our recommended engine oil is maintained. 
So, if recommended engine oil is not used, a replacement is required as indicated severe usage condition.
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09
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 
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving 
condition
Engine oil and 
filter *1
Smartstream 
G2.0 Atkinson
RReplace every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, 
E, F, G, H, I, 
J, K, L
Smartstream 
G1.6 T-GDiA, B, C, D, 
E, F, G, H, I, 
J, K, L
Air cleaner filter IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, F, G, 
H, I, K
Steering gear rack, linkage and 
bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball joints IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers 
and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brake IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, J
Cabin air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E, G
Manual transmission fluid 
(if equipped)RReplace every 80,000miles 
(120,000 km)C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, J
Intelligent variable transmission  
fluid (if equipped)RReplace every 60,000miles 
(90,000 km)A, C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, K
Dual clutch transmission fluid 
(if equipped)RReplace every 80,000miles 
(120,000km)C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, J
Rear differential oil RReplace every 72,000 miles 
(120,000 km)C, D, E, G, 
H, I, J
Transfer case oil  No check, No service required
*1 : Requires 
oil) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated for 
severe maintenance condition.
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09
9-13
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.
Fuel Filter
A clogged-up fuel filter may limit the 
vehicle driving speed, damage the 
emission system, and cause the hard 
starting. When a considerable amount 
of foreign substances are accumulated 
in the fuel tank, the fuel filter should be 
replaced.
Upon installing a new fuel filter, operate 
the engine for several minutes, and 
check the connections for any leakages. 
Fuel filters should be installed by an 
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and 
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and 
connections for leakage and damage. 
Have an authorized HYUNDAI dealer 
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
A genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter 
is recommended when the filter is 
replaced.
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.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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