2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID check oil

Emergency Situations8-24
less than 16 feet
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[ Use a towing cable or chain less than
5 m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or
red cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches)
wide) in the middle of the cable or
chain for easy visibility.

[ Drive carefully so the towing cable or
chain remains tight during towing.

[ Before towing, check the Dual clutch
transmission for fluid leaks under
your vehicle. If the Dual clutch
transmission fluid is leaking, flatbed
equipment or a towing dolly must be
used.
NOTICE
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle
in a slow and gradual manner while
maintaining tension on the tow rope
or chain to start or drive the vehicle,
otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle
may be damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle and
vehicle components when towing:

[Always pull straight ahead when
using the towing hooks. Do not pull
from the side or at a vertical angle.

[ Do not use the towing hooks to pull
a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.

[ Limit the vehicle speed to 10mph
(15km/h) and drive less than 1 mile
(1.5 km) when towing to avoid serious
damage to Dual clutch transmission.

[ The Dual clutch transmission vehicle
can be towed to a normal vehicle
only without oil leakage. Check
for oil leaks. Towing the vehicle
with oil leakage may damage the
transmission.

Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
............ 9-3
Maintenance Services ........................................................................\
...........9-4
Owner’s Responsibility ........................................................................\
.................... 9-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ........................................................................\
.... 9-4
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.............. 9-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
........ 9-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................................................ 9-7Normal Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
...... 9-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions .................................................... 9-12
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ....................................................9-13
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items .......................................... 9-14HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator) Belt ...............................................................\
..9-14
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid ........................................................................\
..... 9-15
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
............................. 9-16Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................\
........9-16
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................\
9-17
Engine Coolant/Inverter Coolant ................................................................ 9-19Checking the Coolant Level......................................................................\
..............9-19
Changing Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
.............. 9-22
Hybrid Starter & Generator (HSG) Belt ....................................................... 9-23Checking the Hybrid Starter & Generator (HSG) Belt .......................................... 9-23
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................................................\
............... 9-24Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ................................................................ 9-24
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
......................... 9-25Checking the Washer Fluid Level ........................................................................\
.. 9-25
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
............................ 9-25Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
......................... 9-25
Cabin Air Filter ........................................................................\
...................... 9-27Filter Inspection........................................................................\
.............................. 9-27
Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
......................... 9-27
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
........................ 9-28Blade Inspection ........................................................................\
............................ 9-28
Blade Replacement ........................................................................\
........................ 9-28
Battery ....................................................................\
......................................9-3012V auxiliary battery ........................................................................\
...................... 9-30
9. Maintenance
9

Maintenance9-8
Normal Maintenance Schedule The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance.
Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of
service is determined by whichever occurs first.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Engine oil and engine oil filter
*1
Replace every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
Fuel additives
*2
RRRRRRRR
Air cleaner filter I I R I I R I I
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*1 :
Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
*2 :
If good quality gasolines or equivalents including fuel additives 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.
à As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the amount of engine oil should be checked regularly.

à 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.

Maintenance9-14
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.
HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator)
Belt
The HSG belt should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
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.
When assembling parts, be sure to
wipe out foreign substances inside
and outside of the boot bottom of the
ignition coil and the insulator of the
spark plug with a soft cloth to prevent
contamination of the spark plug
insulator.
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

Maintenance9-16
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Engine oil is used for lubrication and
cooling, so it is gradually consumed
during driving the vehicle.
Regularly check and manage the oil level
using the following 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. If possible, block the
wheels.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
4. Turn the engine off and wait about 15 minutes (with oil filler cap and dipstick
detached) for the oil to return to the
oil pan.
5. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.
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6. Pull the dipstick out again and checkthe level.
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7. If the oil level is below L, add enoughoil to bring the level to F.
Use only the specified engine oil. (refer
to “Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” in chapter 2).
ENGINE OIL

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9-17
NOTICE
To prevent damage to your engine:

[Do not spill engine oil when adding
or changing engine oil. Wipe off
spilled oil immediately.

[ The engine oil consumption may
increase while you break in a new
vehicle and it will be stabilized after
driving 6,000 km.

[ The engine oil consumption can be
affected by driving habits, climate
conditions, traffic conditions,
oil quality, etc. Therefore, it is
recommended that you inspect the
engine oil level regularly and refill it
if necessary.

[ The engine oil change interval is
set for the purpose of preventing
oil deterioration, and is not related
the amount of oil consumption; so,
check and refill the amount of the oil
regularly.
Checking the Engine Oil and
Filter

[Have engine oil and filter changed
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer
according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
chapter.

[ If exceeding the maintenance
schedule for replacement of engine
oil, the engine oil performance
may deteriorate and the engine
condition may be affected. Therefore,
the replacement cycle should be
observed.

[ If the maintenance schedule to
replace engine oil is exceeded,
the engine oil performance may
deteriorate, and the engine condition
may be affected. Therefore, replace
the engine oil according to the
maintenance schedule.

[ To keep the engine in optimal
condition, use the recommended
engine oil and filter. If the
recommended engine oil and filter are
not used, replace it according to the
maintenance schedule under severe
usage conditions.

[ The purpose of the maintenance
schedule for engine oil replacement
is to prevent oil deterioration and it is
irrelevant to oil consumption. Check
and refill engine oil regularly.

Maintenance9-24
Checking the Brake/Clutch 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 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 system be checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Information
Use only the specified brake/clutch fluid.
Refer to “Recommended lubricants and
capacities” in chapter 2.
Information
Before removing the brake/clutch filler
cap, read the warning on the cap.
Information
Clean the filler cap before removing. Use
only DOT4 brake/clutch fluid from a
sealed container.
WARNING
Do not let brake fluid enter into your
eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes,
flush your eyes with clean water for
at least 15 minutes and get immediate
medical attention.
NOTICE

[ Do not allow brake/clutch fluid to
contact the vehicle’s body paint, as it
will result in paint damage.

[ NEVER use brake fluid which has
been exposed to open air for an
extended time, as its quality cannot
be guaranteed.

[ Don’t put in the wrong type of fluid.
A few drops of mineralbased oil such
as engine oil in your brake system
can damage system parts.

[ To maintain the best braking
performance and ABS/ESC
performance, we recommend that
you use genuine brake/clutch fluid
that conform to specifications.
(Standard : SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV,
ISO4925 CLASS-6 and FMVSS 116
DOT-4)
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID

09
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Checking the Washer Fluid Level
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Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold
climates to prevent freezing.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury or death, take
the following safety precautions when
using washer fluid:

[Do not use engine coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Engine coolant can severely obscure
visibility when sprayed on the
windshield and may cause loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident or damage to paint and
body trim.

[ Do not allow sparks or flames to
contact the washer fluid or the
washer fluid reservoir. Washer fluid
may contain alcohol and can be
flammable.

[ Do not drink washer fluid and avoid
contact with skin. Washer fluid is
harmful to humans and animals.

[ Keep washer fluid away from
children and animals.
WASHER FLUID
Filter Replacement
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The air cleaner filter can be cleaned for
inspection using compressed air. Do not
attempt to wash or to rinse it, as water
will damage the filter. If soiled, the air
cleaner filter must be replaced.
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1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching
clip (1) and open the cover.
AIR CLEANER