engine oil Hyundai Genesis 2014 User Guide

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Maintenance
Maintenance work
•Performing maintenance work
on a vehicle can be danger-
ous. You can be seriously
injured while performing
some maintenance proce-
dures. If you lack sufficient
knowledge and experience or
the proper tools and equip-
ment to do the work, we rec-
ommend that the system be
serviced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
•Working under the hood with
the engine running is danger-
ous. It becomes even more
dangerous when you wear
jewelry or loose clothing.
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WARNING (Continued)
These can become entangled
in moving parts and result in
injury. Therefore, if you must
run the engine while working
under the hood, make certain
that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets,
watches, and necklaces) and
all neckties, scarves, and sim-
ilar loose clothing before get-
ting near the engine or cool-
ing fans.
•Do not put heavy objects or
apply excessive force on top of
the engine cover (if equipped)
or fuel related parts.
•When you inspect the fuel
system (fuel lines and fuel
injection devices), we recom-
mend that you contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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CAUTION
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•Do not drive long time with
the engine cover (if equipped)
removed.
•When checking the engine
room, do not go near fire. Fuel,
washer fluid, etc. are flamma-
ble oils that may cause fire.
•Before touching the battery,
ignition cables and electrical
wiring, you should disconnect
the battery "-" terminal. You
may get an electric shock
from the electric current.
•When you remove the interior
trim cover with a flat head (-)
driver, be careful not to dam-
age the cover.
•Be careful when you replace
and clean bulbs to avoid
burns or electrical shock.

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Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed at the frequencies indicated
to help ensure safe, dependable
operation of your vehicle.
If you have any question, we recom-
mend that you consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check coolant level in coolant
reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
• Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
• When stopping, listen and check
for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
• Check automatic transmission P
(Park) function.
• Check parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal). Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure. This could
cause burns or other serious
injury.
WARNING

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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (EXCEPT EUROPE)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
1: Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
*2: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
*3: Driving in summer season temperature over 40°C (104°F - SAUDI, UAE, OMAN, KUWAIT, BAHRAIN, QATAR, IRAN,YEMEN
ETC) or driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h) must conform the severe driving condition.
*
4: If good quality gasolines meet Europe Fuel standards (EN228) or equivalents including fuel additives is not available, one bot-
tle 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.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Drive belts *1IIII
Engine oil and
engine oil filter *2For Middle EastReplace every 10,000 km or 12 months *3
Except Middle EastRRRRRRRR
Add fuel additives *4Every 5,000 km or 6 months
Air cleaner filter
For Middle East,
IndiaRRRRRRRR
Except Middle East,
IndiaIIRIIRII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS (EXCEPT EUROPE)
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
engine oil filterFor Middle EastREvery 5,000 km or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J, K
Except Middle
EastREvery 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months
Air cleaner filterIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, H, I
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Automatic transmission fluidREvery 100,000 kmA, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect 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

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Maintenance
Severe driving conditions
A : Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles)
in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freez-
ing temperature
B : Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-
tances
C : Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-
spread roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in
very cold weatherE : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 32°C (90°F)
G : Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads
H : Towing a trailer (if equipped)
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
K : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F
Front(AWD)/Rear differential oilREvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, E, G, I, J
Propeller shaftIEvery 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 monthsC, E
Climate control air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E

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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (FOR EUROPE)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
1: Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.
*2: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
Especially, confirm whether it needs to add the recommended oil or not at least every 15,000 km.
*
3: The engine oil level should be checked regularly and maintained properly. Operating with an insufficient amount of oil can dam-
age the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.
*
4: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to its interval when you do maintenance of other items.
*5: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. We recommend that the system be checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,00020406080100120140160
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
Drive belts *1At first, inspect at 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months,
after every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine oil and engine oil filter *2 *3RRRRRRRR
Air cleaner filterIRIRIRIR
Spark plugs *4Replace every 160,000 km
Valve clearance (3.0L / 3.3L / 3.8L) *4 *5Inspect every 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE AND LOW MILEAGE CONDITIONS (FOR EUROPE)
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe and low mileage driving con-
ditions.
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 engine oil filterREvery 15,000 km or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J, K
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, H, I
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Automatic transmission fluidREvery 90,000 km (60,000 miles)A, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect 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

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Maintenance
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Severe driving conditions
A : Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles)
in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freez-
ing temperature
B : Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-
tances
C : Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-
spread roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in
very cold weatherE : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 32°C (90°F)
G : Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads
H : Towing a trailer (if equipped)
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
K : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions and under
15,000 km per year
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F
Front (AWD)/Rear differential oilREvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, E, G, I, J
Propeller shaftIEvery 20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 monthsC, E
Climate control air filter RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E

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Maintenance
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the car
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 peri-
odically for proper tension and
adjusted as necessary.
Fuel filter (cartridge)
A clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven,
damage the emission system and
cause multiple issues such as hard
starting. If an excessive amount of
foreign matter accumulates in the
fuel tank, the filter may require
replacement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and
check for leaks at the connections.
We recommend that the fuel filter be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. We recommend that the fuel
lines, fuel hoses and connections be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-
rectly replaced.
When you are inspecting the
belt, place the Engine Start/Stop
button in the OFF or ACC posi-
tion.
CAUTION

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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to
reach normal operating tempera-
ture.3. Turn the engine off and wait for a
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,
and re-insert it fully.5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level. The level should
be between F and L.
Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may
be hot enough to burn you.
WARNING •Do not overfill the engine oil.
It may damage the engine.
•Do not spill engine oil, when
adding or changing engine
oil. If you drop the engine oil
on the engine room, wipe it off
immediately.
•When you wipe the oil level
gauge, you should wipe it with
a clean cloth. When mixed
with debris, it can cause
engine damage.
CAUTION
ODH073002
ODH073061L
■3.0L, 3.3L, 3.8L
■5.0L