Maintenance
9-4
Checking the Engine Oil and
Filter
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The lubrication, rust prevention,
cooling, and cleaning effect of the
engine oil will gradually degrade
during its use. Have the engine oil
and filter changed by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer according to the Oil
Life Management System instructions
or the Maintenance Schedule in
Chapter 9 of the complete Owner’s
Manual.
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To keep the engine in optimal
condition, use the recommended
engine oil and filter. If the
recommended engine oil and filter
are not used, replace them according
to the Maintenance Schedule Under
Severe Usage Conditions.
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The purpose of the maintenance
schedule for engine oil replacement
is to prevent oil deterioration and it is
irrelevant to oil consumption. Check
and refill engine oil regularly.
Information
If the oil pressure is low, due to
insufficient engine oil, the Engine Oil
Pressure (
) warning light illuminates.
The enhanced engine protection
system that limits the engine’s power, is
activated and the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (
) illuminates. After sufficient
engine oil is added, the Engine Oil
Pressure warning light turns off and the
engine power is no longer limited.
However, for gasoline 2.5 turbo engine,
when the engine oil pressure is restored,
the warning light and the enhanced
engine protection system turns off after
the engine is restarted.
WARNING
Allow the engine to cool before replacing
the oil.
