6 DO-IT-YOURSELFMAINTENANCE
GENERALCHECKS
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
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EngineCompartment
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Vehicle Interior
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Engine oil is essential to the performance
and service of the engine. It is suggested
that you check the oil level at least once a
week in normal use and more often if you
are on a trip or driving in severe conditions.
The following should be checked regu-
larly:
The following should be checked each
time when the vehicle is driven:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Engine coolant level
o Defroster, heating system operation
(and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking
brake
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RecommendedOil
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air filter condition
o Engine vibration
o Manual transaxle operation, including
clutch operation
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o Automatic
transaxle
operation,
including "Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sun visor operation
The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
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The engine oil quality should meet the
following classification.
Ifyounoticeanythingthatdoesnotoperate
correctly or appears to be functioning
correctly, inspect it carefully and seek
assistance from your Hyundai dealer if
service is needed.
API SL or SM,
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVE
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition
(including spare tire)
| Categories | Hyundai Manuals, Hyundai Sonata Manuals |
|---|---|
| Model Year | 2010 |
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| Document Type | Owners Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Hyundai, Sonata |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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