Hyundai Elantra: Engine Oil / Checking the Engine Oil and Filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this chapter.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine oil contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and reproductive harm. Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Always protect your skin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
Engine Oil
Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s precautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on the level ground in P (Park) with the parking brake
set. If possible, block the wh ...
Engine Coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a ...
Other information:
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Owners Manual: Disc Brakes Wear Indicator, Rear Drum Brakes
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
When your brake pads are worn and new pads are required, you will hear a high
pitched warning sound from your front or rear brakes. You may hear this sound come
and go or it may occur whenever you depress the brake pedal.
Note that some driving conditions or climates ...
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Owners Manual: Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items
Engine Oil and Filter
The engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent
oil and filter changes are required.
Drive Belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, exces ...
