engine oil Hyundai Sonata 2014 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance
Checking the engine oil and
filter
We recommend that the engine oil
and filter be replaced by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
Used engine oil may cause irri-
tation or cancer of the skin if
left in contact with the skin for
prolonged periods of time. Used
engine oil contains chemicals
that have caused cancer in lab-
oratory animals. Always protect
your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap
and warm water as soon as pos-
sible after handling used oil.
WARNING

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Maintenance
When changing and adding
brake/clutch fluid, handle it
carefully. Do not let it come in
contact with your eyes. If brake/
clutch fluid should come in con-
tact with your eyes, immediately
flush them with a large quantity
of fresh tap water. Have your
eyes examined by a doctor as
soon as possible.
WARNING
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid
to contact the vehicle's body
paint, as paint damage will
result. Brake/clutch fluid, which
has been exposed to open air
for an extended time should
never be used as its quality can-
not be guaranteed. It should be
disposed of properly. Don't put
in the wrong kind of fluid.
A few drops of mineral-based
oil, such as engine oil, in your
brake/clutch system can dam-
age brake/clutch system parts.
CAUTION

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Maintenance
Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle
before waxing. Use a good quality
liquid or paste wax, and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all
metal trim to protect it and to main-
tain its luster. Removing oil, tar, and
similar materials with a spot remover
will usually strip the wax from the fin-
ish. Be sure to re-wax these areas
even if the rest of the vehicle does
not yet need waxing.
Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water. If braking performance
is impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
WARNING
•Water washing in the engine
compartment including high
pressure water washing may
cause the failure of electrical
circuits located in the engine
compartment.
•Never allow water or other liq-
uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.
CAUTION
•Wiping dust or dirt off the
body with a dry cloth will
scratch the finish.
•Do not use steel wool, abra-
sive cleaners, or strong deter-
gents containing highly alka-
line or caustic agents on
chrome-plated or anodized
aluminum parts. This may
result in damage to the protec-
tive coating and cause discol-
oration or paint deterioration.
CAUTION
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Specifications & Consumer information
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
LubricantVo l u m e C l a s s i f i c a t i o n
Engine oil *1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends
Theta 2.0 T-GDI4.8l(5.1 US qt.)ACEA A5 *3or above
Theta 2.4MPIFor Middle East4.8l(5.1 US qt.)API Service SM *4, ILSAC GF-4 or above
ACEA A5 *3Except Middle East4.7l(4.9 US qt.)
GDI4.8l(5.1 US qt.)ACEA A5 *3or above
Nu 2.0 MPI4.0l(4.2 US qt.)API SM *4 & ILSAC GF-4 or above
Automatic transaxle fluid7.1l(7.5 US qt.)
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine
AT F & S P - I V
Manual transaxle fluid1.9l(2.0 US qt.)API GL-4, SAE 75W/85
Coolant
Theta 2.0T- G D I9.7 l(10.2 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant
for aluminum radiator)
Theta 2.4GDI7.1 l(7.5 US qt.)
MPI7.4 l(7.8 US qt.)
Nu 2.0 MPIA/T6.5 l(6.8 US qt.)
M/T6.6 l(7 US qt.)

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Specifications & Consumer information*1:Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2:Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available.Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducingthe amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’stime, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*3:If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SM (or above).
*4:If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Brake/clutch fluid0.7~0.8 l(0.74~0.85 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel70 l(18.49 US gal.)Refer to “Fuel Requirements” in the Foreword chapter.

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Specifications & Consumer information
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flowability). Lower viscosi-
ty engine oils can provide better fuel
economy and cold weather perform-
ance, however, higher viscosity
engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those
recommended could result in engine
damage.
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain
plug, or dipstick before check-
ing or draining any lubricant.
This is especially important in
dusty or sandy areas and when
the vehicle is used on unpaved
roads. Cleaning the plug and
dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the
engine and other mechanisms
that could be damaged.
CAUTIONTemperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline Engine Oil(2.0 MPI/
2.4 MPI)
°C
(°F)
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
*1 :For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (Except Middle East & Gasoline 2.0MPI/2.4 MPI).
*2 :For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (For Middle East & Gasoline 2.0 MPI/2.4 MPI/2.4 GDI/2.0 T-GDI). However, if theengine oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil vis-cosity chart.
*3:Middle East includes Libya, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt and Iran.
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-30*2,5W-40
Gasoline Engine Oil(2.0 T-GDI/2.4 GDI)
For
Middle
East,
Brazil *3
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-20*1,5W-30
Except
Middle
East
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-30*2,5W-40
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended
oil viscosity from the chart.