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Normal Maintenance Schedule (Cont.)
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Miles×1,000 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90
Km×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Fuel tank air filter *
7
IIIIIII
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIII
Parking brakeIIIIIII
Brake fluidInspect 8,000 mile (13,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 48 months
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*7 :
Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this
maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. 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.
Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under
severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance
intervals.
R : Replace or change.
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving
condition
Engine oil and filter REvery 3,000 miles
(5,000 km) or 6 monthsA, 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 condition A, B, F, G,
H, I, K
Automatic transmission fluid REvery 60,000 miles
(100,000 km)A,C,E,F,G,
H,I,K
Front brake disc/pads, calipers IInspect more frequently
depending on the
conditionC, D, E, G,
H , J, K
Rear brake disc/pads IInspect more frequently
depending on the
conditionC, D, E, G,
H , J, K
Parking brake IInspect more frequently
depending on the
conditionC, D, G, H
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
Lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball
jointIInspect more frequently
depending on the
conditionC, D, E,
F, G
Drive shafts and boots IEvery 3,000 miles
(5,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Differential oil (front) (AWD) IEvery 72,000 miles
(120,000 km)C, E, G, H,
I, J
Differential oil (rear)Without LSD REvery 72,000 miles
(120,000 km)C, E, G, H,
I, J
With LSD REvery 36,000 miles
(60,000 km)C, E, G, H,
I, J
Cabin air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RInspect more frequently
depending on the
conditionC, E, G
Propeller shaft IEvery 3,000 miles
(5,000 km) or 6 monthsC, E
Maintenance
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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 pedal and
cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and
Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for
fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration, or damage. Start
the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering Gear box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the engine
off, check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel. Check the linkage for
bends or damage. Check the dust boots
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks,
or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.
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ENGINE OIL
Checking the Engine Oil Level
NOTICE
Engine oil is used for lubricating,
cooling, and operating various
hydraulic components in the engine.
Engine oil consumption while driving
is normal, and it is necessary to check
and refill the engine oil regularly. Also,
check and refill the oil level within
the recommended maintenance
schedule to prevent deterioration of oil
performance.
Check the engine oil following the
below procedure.
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 warm
the engine up until the coolant
temperature reaches a constant
normal temperature.
4. Turn the engine off, remove the oil
filler cap and pull the dipstick out.
Wait for 15 minutes for the oil to return
to the oil pan.
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and re-insert
it fully.
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6. Pull the dipstick out again and check
the level. The level should be between
F (Full) and L (Low).
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Checking the Brake Fluid Level
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side
of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and
adding brake fluid, clean the area around
the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent
brake fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add the specified
brake fluid to the MAX level. The level
will fall with accumulated mileage. This
is a normal condition associated with
the wear of the brake linings. If the fluid
level is excessively low, we recommend
that the brake system be checked by an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products.
WARNING
If the brake system requires frequent
additions of fluid, this could indicate
a leak in the brake system. We
recommend that the vehicle be
inspected by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
WARNING
Do not allow brake fluid to come in
contact with your eyes. If brake fluid
comes in contact with your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immediate medical
attention.
NOTICE
[ Do not allow brake fluid to contact
the vehicle’s body paint, as paint
damage will result.
[ Brake fluid, which has been exposed
to open air for an extended time
should NEVER be used as its quality
cannot be guaranteed. It should be
disposed of properly.
[ Do not use the incorrect type of
brake fluid. A few drops of mineral
based oil, such as engine oil, in your
brake system can damage brake
system parts.
Information
Use only the specified brake fluid (refer
to “Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2).
BRAKE FLUID