DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6-5
G040A05X
NOTE:
Always dispose of used engine oil in an
environmentally acceptable manner. It is
suggested that it be placed in a sealed con-
tainer and taken to a service station for
reclamation. Do not pour the oil on the
ground or put it into the household trash.
WARNING:
Used motor oil may cause irritation or can-
cer of the skin if left in contact with the skin
for prolonged periods of time. Wash your
hands thoroughly with soap and warm wa-
ter as soon as possible after handling used
oil.
8. Before installing the new oil filter on the
engine, apply clean engine oil to the surface
of the rubber gasket.
Temporarily tighten the oil filter by hand.
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9. Using the special tool (09263-02000) and
torque wrench, tighten the oil filter to the
specified torque.
Tightening torque ................... 12-16 Nm
(120-160 kg.cm, 9-12 lb.ft)
G040A04X
SST (09263-02000)
Extension bar
NOTE:
o Be careful not to drop the engine oil on
the rubber parts of the engine mounting
insulator.
o You can purchase the SST from your
Hyundai dealer.
o If you aren’t sure how to use, consult
your Hyundai dealer.
10.Refill the crankcase with the recommended
engine oil. Refer to the specification in chap-
ter 9 for engine oil capacity.
11.Start the engine and check to be sure no oil
is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter.
12.Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level.
ZG040B1-E
Protect the Environment:
It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses or
soil. Use authorized facilities for disposal. If in
doubt, contact your Local Authority for advice.
ZG050A1-A
CHECKING AND CHANGING THE EN-
GINE COOLANT
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot. When the engine is hot, the coolant
is under pressure and may erupt through the
opening if the cap is removed. You could be
seriously burned if you do not observe this
precaution. Do not remove the cap until the
radiator is cool to the touch.