
Driving Your Vehicle6-34
BRAKE SYSTEM
Power Brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes 
that adjust automatically through normal 
usage.
If the engine is not running or is turned 
off while driving, the power assist for 
the brakes will not work. You can still 
stop your vehicle by applying greater 
force to the brake pedal than typical. 
The stopping distance, however, will be 
longer than with power brakes.
When the engine is not running, the 
reserve brake power is partially depleted 
each time the brake pedal is applied. 
Do not pump the brake pedal when the 
power assist has been interrupted.
Only pump the brakes on slippery 
surfaces if the power assist has been 
interrupted to maintain steering control. 
Do not pump the brakes on slippery 
surfaces if the brakes are operating 
normally.
 Information
[  When the brake pedal is 
depressed under certain 
driving conditions or weather 
conditions, you may temporarily hear 
a noise. This is normal and does not 
indicate a problem with your brakes.
[  While driving on a road with deicing 
chemicals, brake noise or abnormal tire 
wear may occur due to deicing 
chemicals. In a safe traffic condition, 
additionally apply the brakes to remove 
deicing chemicals on the brake discs 
and pads.
 WARNING
Take the following precautions:
[ Do not drive with your foot resting 
on the brake pedal. This will create 
abnormal high brake temperatures, 
excessive brake lining and pad wear, 
and increased stopping distances.
[ When descending down a long or 
steep hill, move the gear shift button 
to Manual Shift Mode and manually 
downshift to a lower gear in order 
to control your speed without using 
the brake pedal excessively. Applying 
the brakes continuously will cause 
the brakes to overheat and could 
result in a temporary loss of braking 
performance.
[  Wet brakes may impair the vehicle's 
ability to safely slow down; the 
vehicle may also pull to one side 
when the brakes are applied. 
Applying the brakes lightly will 
indicate whether they have been 
affected in this way. Always test your 
brakes in this fashion after driving 
through deep water. To dry the 
brakes, lightly tap the brake pedal to 
heat up the brakes while maintaining 
a safe forward speed until brake 
performance returns to normal. 
Avoid driving at high speeds until the 
brakes function correctly.
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
When your brake pads are worn and new 
pads are required, you will hear a high 
pitched warning sound from your front 
or rear brakes. You may hear this sound 
come and go or it may occur whenever 
you depress the brake pedal.
NOTICE
To avoid costly brake repairs, do not 
continue to drive with worn brake pads.
 Information
Always replace brake pads as complete 
front or rear axle sets. 

Maintenance9-10
Normal Maintenance Schedule (CONT)
MAINTENANCE   INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM 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 coolant At first, replace at 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months.  
After that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months
Battery condition I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes and pads I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots / lower arm ball joint, 
upper arm ball joint IIIIIIIIIIIII
Driveshaft and boots I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Suspension mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner refrigerant I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust pipe and muffler I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 
*1
Replace every 40,000miles or 4 years 
Intelligent variable transmission fluid (if equipped) 
*2
No check, No service required
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)
 *1
III
R: Replace or change.
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.*1 : 
Manual transmission fluid/Dual clutch transmission fluid should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.
*2 : 
Use only the specified intelligent variable transmission fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubricants and capacities” section in 
chapter 2 or the label in the engine compartment.)  

Maintenance9-12
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 item Maintenance 
operation Maintenance intervals Driving 
condition
Engine oil and 
filt
 er *1
Smartstream 
G2.0 Atkinson
RReplace every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or 6 months A, B, C, D, 
E, F, G, H, I,  J, K, L
Smartstream 
G1.6 T-GDi A, B, C, D, 
E, F, G, H, I,  J, K, L
Air cleaner filter IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition A, B, F, G, 
H, I, K
Steering gear rack, linkage and 
boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball joints IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers 
and rotors IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Parking brake IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, G, H
Driveshaft and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, 
G, H, I, J
Cabin air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the condition C, 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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9-15
Engine Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the 
intervals specified in the maintenance 
schedule.
Manual Transmission Fluid  
(if equipped)
Inspect the manual transmission fluid 
according to the maintenance schedule.
Intelligent variable transmission 
fluid (if equipped)
Intelligent variable transmission fluid 
should not be checked under normal 
usage conditions.
Have the Intelligent variable transmission 
fluid is changed by an authorized 
HYUNDAI dealer according to the 
maintenance schedule.
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if 
equipped) 
Dual clutch transmission fluid should 
not be checked under normal usage 
conditions. 
Have the Dual clutch transmission fluid 
is changed by an authorized HYUNDAI 
dealer 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 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.
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 freeplay 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. 

Maintenance9-34
Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, HYUNDAI 
recommends that the tires 
be rotated according to the 
maintenance schedule or sooner if 
irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for 
correct balance.
When rotating tires, check for 
uneven wear and damage. Abnormal 
wear is usually caused by incorrect 
tire pressure, improper wheel 
alignment, out-of-balance wheels, 
severe braking or severe cornering. 
Look for bumps or bulges in the 
tread or side of the tire. Replace 
the tire if you find any of these 
conditions. Replace the tire if fabric 
or cord is visible. After rotation, be 
sure to bring the front and rear tire 
pressures to specification and check 
lug nut tightness (proper torque is 
79~94 lbf·ft [11~13 kgf·m]).
  „Without a spare tire
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Disc brake pads should be inspected for 
wear whenever tires are rotated.
 Information
Tires that are asymmetrical or 
directional can only be installed 
on the wheel in one direction. 
The outside and inside of an 
asymmetrical tire is not easily 
distinguishable. Pay careful 
attention to the markings on the 
sidewalls of the tires, noting the 
“outside” marking and also the 
rotating direction before installing 
them on the vehicle.
 WARNING
[  Do not use the compact spare 
tire for tire rotation.
[  Do not mix bias ply and radial ply 
tires under any circumstances. 
This may cause unusual handling 
characteristics that may cause 
loss of vehicle control resulting in 
an accident.