check oil SSANGYONG KORANDO 2012 Owner's Manual

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4) Basic Inspection
(1) Horn operation
Listen for the horn sound when pressing the horn pad on the steering wheel. -
(2) Brake operation
Check if there is any abnormal noise, unusually long braking distance, or uneven braking force. If the
brake warning lamp does not go out even after starting the engien or are flashing during driving,
have the brake system checked immediately.
Check the brake pipes and hoses for connection, oil leak, crack or interference after changing the
position of tires. When replacing the tires, check the brake disc for surface condition and wear.
Check the parking brake cable and brake operation. Shorten the checking interval if the parking
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(3) Exhaust system
Be aware to any changes in sound or smell from the exhaust system. These may be caused by leak or
overheat. Have the exhaust system checked and repaired immediately.
Inspect the exhaust system including catalytic converter. Inspect all the components and body frame
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(4) Tires
Unusual vibration of the steering wheel and seats or pulling to one side on the straight and level roads
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(5) Steering and suspension system
Inspect the front and rear suspension and the steering system for damage, looseness or missing
parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering line and the hoses for
connection, leak, crack and chafing. Inspect the drive axle boot and seals for damage, tear or leak.
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(6) Engine oil
Check the oil level when the engine is still warm and add the specified engine oil if necessary. -
(7) Coolant
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir, coolant conditions (contamination, foreign material),
and hoses for damage and leak. Replace or add the Ssangyong genuine coolant, if needed. -
(8) Engine drive belt
Check all drive belts on the engine for wear, crack and looseness. Retighten or replace the belt, if
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5) Guidelines on Engine Service
(1) Cautions before service works
Make sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery to prevent any damage to electric
systems.
Make sure to clean the working area and to prepare the necessary tools before service works.
Always place the ignition switch to OFF position if not required. Otherwise, there could be unexpected
damage to electric devices or personal injuries due to short-circuit.
To prevent the foreign material from entering into the fuel injection system, completely seal the inlets o
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HP pump, fuel hoses and high pressure pipes.
To remoev the engine, use the dedicated equipments such as engine jack, transmission jack, engine
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(2) Engine and accessories
When disassembling the engine, related parts (bolts, gaskets, etc.) should be stored as a set.
Clean the components completely with engine oil before assembling if needed.
Fully drain the engine oil, coolant and fuel from the vehicle and seal the inlets with the plugs before
removing the engine.
All the interference should be eliminated before removing the engine. -
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and to provide the optimized performance and safety after service works, the service technicials must
keep the basic cautions and service guidelines below. These could be easily forgotten during service
works.
Engine has a lot of precise components. The specified tightening torque and correct procedures should
be kept during service works. And, the working area is always clean and well prepared.
To prevent any damage to electric systems, make sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable from the
battery and place the ignition switch to OFF position before servicing.
Use only the specified parts with same ratings when replacing the electric devices. Check the
grounds and connections for looseness. -
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(3) Electric devices
Extraordinary care should be taken when servicing the electric systems. Currently, the engine uses a lot
of electric devices. Short circuit and poor contact may cause the low engine performance, incomplete
combustion and other abnormalities.
When working with the fuel or oil systems in enclosed area, always keep the working area well-
ventilated and never allow anybody to smoke.
Gaskets and seals on the fuel and oil systems should be replaced with new ones. All bolts and nuts
should be tightened as specified.
Make sure to check the connections for leak after installation. -
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(4) Fuel and lubrication system

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Engine and accessories ▶
Engine has a lot of precise components. The specified tightening torque and correct procedures should
be kept during service works. And, the working area is always clean and well prepared.
When disassembling the engine, related parts (bolts, gaskets, etc.) should be stored as a set.
Carefully read the disassembly and reassembly procedures in this manual before starting the
works.
Clean the components completely with engine oil before assembling if needed.
Fully drain the engine oil, coolant and fuel from the vehicle and seal the inlets with the plugs before
removing the engine.
All the interference should be eliminated before removing the engine. -
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Tightening the fastener ▶
When reassembling the parts to G20DF, use the angle tightening as a final step.
1. Clean the mating surfaces before tightening.
2. Place the marks with paint to tighten by angle if the angle wrench is not available.Exhaust system ▶
Wear the protective gloves before removing the exhaust pipe.
The exhaust pipe is very hot immediately after stopping th engine. Check if the exhaust pipe is fully
cooled down before servicing the exhaust system. -
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Cooling system ▶
Scalding hot coolant and steam could be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious
injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine and the radiator are hot. -
The position and direction of the componets is based on the rear view.
Do not tighten the fasteners with excessive force. Especially, the threads of cylinder block could be
damaged.
The self screw bolt makes the thread itself when tightening it. Do not apply excessive force.
Do not reuse the bolt that has been tightened with angle tightening method.

02-8
Fuel and engine oil system ▶
The engine oil and fuel damages the painted surfaces and rubber material of the vehicle.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery before servicing the fuel system, and prepare the
service plug grip.
When working with the fuel or oil systems in enclosed area, always keep the working area well-
ventilated and never allow anybody to smoke.
Do not allow the gasoline to contact to rubber or leather parts.
Carefully separate the pipe between high pressure fuel pump and fuel injector so that any fuel can
be spilled out.
Fully release the pressure from the fuel system before removing any parts of fuel system.
To release the fuel pressure in high pressure line, let the engine fully cool down.
Gaskets and seals on the fuel and oil systems should be replaced with new ones. All bolts and nuts
should be tightened as specified.
Prolonged exposure to the engine oil make cause a skin cancer or an irritation.
Used engine cotains the hazardous material that may cause the skin cancer. Do not allow the used
engine to make contact with your skin.
Make sure to wear the protection gloves and goggle when handling the engine oil. If contact
happens, rinse affected areas immediately with plenty of water. Do not wash it with gasoline or
solvent. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.
Improperly disposed engine oil can pollute the environment. Dispose the used engine oil and oil
filter in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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Electric devices ▶
To prevent any damage to electric systems, make sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable from the
battery and place the ignition switch to OFF position before servicing.
Use only the specified parts with same ratings when replacing the electric devices. Check the
grounds and connections for looseness. -
- Extraordinary care should be taken when servicing the electric systems. Currently, the engine uses a lot
of electric devices. Short circuit and poor contact may cause the low engine performance, incomplete
combustion and other abnormalities.

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The drive chain is single chain drive system with simple design and variable performance, and it utilizes
the hydraulic tensioner to reduce the wave impact generated by the chain. The silent chain provides the
silence during the operation. To improve NVH, the shoulder bolt has been introduced. Overview ▶
Layout and Components ▶
Hydraulic tensioner
Consists of tensioner housing
plug, spring, check valve, and
operated by hydraulic
pressure and spring in
tensioner
Chain bush upper
Chain type: Single bush
type
Chains: 146 ea
Tensioner rail
Installed between exjaust
camshaft sprocket and
crankshaft sprocket
Crankshaft sprocket
Teeth: 21 ea
Oil pump sprocket
Teeth: 28 ea
Exhaust camshaft
sprocket
Teeth:42 eaIntake camshaft
sprocket
CVVT
Teeth: 42 ea
OCV
Controls the hydraulic circuit
to control the intake cam
sprocket variably
Clamping rail
Installed between intake
camshaft sprocket and
crankshaft sprocket
Mechanical tensioner
Operated by spring in
tensioner
Chain lower bush
Chain type: Single bush type
Chains: 58 ea

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1. SPECIFICATION
Description Specification
Oil pumpLubrication type Gear pump, forced circulation
Type Internal gear
Oil filter Type Full flow/Paper element
Engine oilOilMB 229.51 SEA 5W30 or API
SN/GF-5 SAE 5W20
Capacity 4.5 L
Oil injection nozzle Type Flange and bolt type
Regularly check the engine oil level and add the engine oil if necessary.
Remember to check the engine oil level and shorten the cycle to replace the engine oil under
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- The engine oil filter element should be changed at the same time with the engine oil.
Frequent stop-and-go traffic, extended idling, short driving distance below 6 km, driving distance
below 16 km when the outside temperature remains below freezing
Driving in a hilly or mountainous terrain, sandy, or dusty area
High load driving such as trailer towing
Taxi, patrol service or delivery service (extended idling and excessive driving with low speed) -
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2. MAINTENANCE
Park the vehicle on a level ground and apply the parking brake. Stop the engine and wait more than 5
minutes.
Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert it all the way.
Pull out it again and check the oil level.
The oil level should be between the maximum (Max) mark and minimum (Min) mark on the oil
dipstick. Oil should be replenished before the level goes below the minimum mark. -
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Engine oil dipstickEngine oil cap
Max Min
Replenishment ▶
If the level gets to the lower point, open the filler cap on top of the cylinder block and add the genuine oil
without exceeding the level of the upper mark.
Recheck the oil level after 5 minutes.Operating vehicle with insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine. Make sure the engine oil level
is correct and add oil if necessary.
Regularly check the engine oil level and add Ssangyong genuine engine oil if necessary.
Clean the dipstick with clean cloth so that any foreign materials cannot get into the engine.
The oil should not go above the upper mark on the dipstick.
The engine oil may be consumed more if the engine is new. -
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Item How to check DTC set value / Action
Output current
B terminal current
Rotor coil
resistance
L terminal voltage
3. INSPECTION
1) Alternator
Output Test ▶
Disconnect the cable connected to the B
terminal on the alternator. Connect one
end of the ammeter to the B terminal and
the other end to the cable connected to
the B terminal.
Measure the maximum output value.
(Maintain the engine speed between
2,500 and 3,000 rpm.)
(Turn the headlamp and all the electrical
switches on.) 1.
2.Pass: If the measured current
is 45 A or higher.
Fail: If the measured current is
less than 45 A.
Check the current of the B
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Move the gear selector lever to the neutral
position.
Maintain the engine speed at 2,500 rpm
with the vehicle unloaded.
(Turn all the electrical switches off.) 1.
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Disconnect the negative cable from the
battery.
Remove the B terminal and turn off the
ignition switch.
Measure the resistance between the L
and F terminals with an ohmmeter. 1.
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3.Pass: If the measured
resistance is between 3 and
6Ω.
Faulty rotor coil or slip ring: If
the measured resistance is
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Connect the B terminal wiring.
Measure the voltage with the engine
running. 1.
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Specification: 12.5V to 14.5V
Faulty IC regulator or field
coil: If the measured voltage
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Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Connect the negative cable again after connecting the ammeter. -
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Indicator
(amber)
ESP ▶
ESP OFF indicator ▶
Engine check warning lamp ▶
Indicator
(amber)
Indicator
(amber)
Indicator (red)
Battery charge warning lamp ▶
Indicator (red)
Engine oil level warning lamp ▶This lamp comes on if any sensor or device related to the engine control is
defective.
This lamp comes on when the start switch is ON or when the battery level is
low.
(For EEM, warning lamp is controlled according to CAN signal)
This lamp comes on when the ignition switch is turned to "ON" position,
and then goes off if the engine oil level is normal.
If the engine oil level warning lamp comes on while driving, check the
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- This indicator comes on when the ESP system is faulty.
This indicator comes on when pressing the ESP OFF switch.

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Pin No.Message
Operating condition
Domestic Export
Cruise control This message comes on when the ECO cruise mode
is deactivated.
EMSThis message comes on when the engine is faulty.
LampThis message comes on when the tail lamps are ON
with the ignition in the "OFF" or "ACC" position.
SUNROOF
SYSTEMFor the vehicle with SKM, this message comes on
when the sunroof is open with the ignition in the "OFF"
or "ACC" position. For the vehicle without SKM, this
comes on when the sunroof is open with the ignition in
the "OFF" position and the key removed.
Low fuel level This message comes on when the remaining fuel is
insufficient.
ESP checkThis message comes on when the ESP system is
faulty.
ABS check This message comes on when the ABS system is
faulty.
Engine oil level
checkThis message comes on when the engine oil level is
low. Pin No. Message Operating condition