Hyundai Veloster (2019 year). Manual

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

OPERATION

CONDITION

Parking brake

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear box, linkage & boots/

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint

Drive shafts and boots

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Climate control air filter

More frequently

C, E

(for evaporator and blower unit)

Severe Driving Conditions

A-Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 5 miles

E-Driving in sandy areas

(8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km)

F-Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)

in freezing temperature

G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road

B-Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-

H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack

tances

- Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle

C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-

towing

spread roads

J-Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)

D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in

K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

very cold weather

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Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gamma

1.6 T-GDI)

MAINTENANCE

Months

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

INTERVALS

Miles×1,000

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Km×1,000

100

110

120

130

140

150

At first, inspect at 60,000 miles or 72 months.

Drive belts *1

Thereafter, inspect every 15,000 miles or 24 months

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Fuel additives *2

Add fuel additives every 6,000 miles or 12 months

Air cleaner filter

Spark plugs

Replace every 42,000 miles

Valve clearance *3

Inspect every 60,000 miles or 72 months

Rotate tires

Rotate tires every 6,200 miles

Climate control air filter

Replace every 12,000 miles or 12 months.

(for evaporate and blower unit)

At first, replace at 120,000 miles or 10 years :

Engine coolant

Thereafter, replace every 30,000 miles or 24 months

: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R : Replace or change.

: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.

: If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your

authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized HYUNDAI dealer per-

form the operation.

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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gamma

1.6 T-GDI) (CONT)

MAINTENANCE

Months

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

INTERVALS

Miles×1,000

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Km×1,000

100

110

120

130

140

150

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

Vacuum hose

Battery condition

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Disc brakes and pads

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots/

lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint

Driveshaft and boots

Suspension mounting bolts

Air conditioner refrigerant

Air conditioner compressor

: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R : Replace or change.

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Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gamma

1.6 T-GDI) (CONT)

MAINTENANCE

Months

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

INTERVALS

Miles×1,000

MAINTENANCE

Km×1,000

100

110

120

130

140

150

ITEM

Exhaust pipe and muffler

Dual clutch transmission fluid

(if equipped)

Manual transmission fluid (if equipped)

Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tank

Fuel tank air filter *4

Fuel filter *4

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Parking brake

Brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid

: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R : Replace or change.

: Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this mainte-

nance schedule depends on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of

power, hard starting problem, etc. replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer for details.

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Maintenance

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions (Gamma 1.6 T-GDI)

The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer

to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.

: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R : Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

OPERATION

CONDITION

A, B, C, D, E, F,

Engine oil and filter

Every 3,000 miles or 6 months

G, H, I, J, K

Air cleaner filter

More frequently

C, E

Spark plugs

More frequently

A, B, H, I, K

C, D, E, F,

Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)

Every 72,000 miles

G, H, I, J

C, D, E, F,

Manual transmission fluid (if equipped)

Every 72,000 miles

G, H, I, J

Front brake disc/pads, calipers

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Rear brake shoes or disc/pads

More frequently

C, D, G, F

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MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

OPERATION

CONDITION

Parking brake

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear box, linkage & boots/

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint

Drive shafts and boots

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Climate control air filter

More frequently

C, E

(for evaporator and blower unit)

Severe Driving Conditions

A-Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 5 miles

E-Driving in sandy areas

(8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km)

F-Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)

in freezing temperature

G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road

B-Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-

H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack

tances

- Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle

C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-

towing

spread roads

J-Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)

D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in

K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

very cold weather

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Maintenance

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Engine Oil and Filter

Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and

Vacuum Crankcase Ventilation

Connections

Hoses (if equipped)

The engine oil and filter should be

changed at the intervals specified in

Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and

Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-

the maintenance schedule. If the

connections for leakage and dam-

dence of heat and/or mechanical

vehicle is being driven in severe con-

age. Have an authorized HYUNDAI

damage. Hard and brittle rubber,

ditions, more frequent oil and filter

dealer replace any damaged or leak-

cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and

changes are required.

ing parts immediately.

excessive swelling indicate deterio-

ration. Particular attention should be

Drive Belts

paid to examine those hose surfaces

Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler

nearest to high heat sources, such

Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

Cap

as the exhaust manifold.

cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil

saturation and replace if necessary.

The vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Inspect the hose routing to ensure

Drive belts should be checked peri-

should be inspected at those inter-

that the hoses do not come in con-

odically for proper tension and

vals specified in the maintenance

tact with any heat source, sharp

adjusted as necessary.

schedule. Make sure a new vapor

edges or moving component which

hose or fuel filler cap is correctly

might cause heat damage or

replaced.

mechanical wear. Inspect all hose

Fuel Filter

connections, such as clamps and

A clogged-up fuel filter may limit the

couplings, to make sure they are

vehicle driving speed, damage the

secure, and that no leaks are pres-

emission system, and cause the

ent. Hoses should be replaced

hard starting. When a considerable

immediately if there is any evidence

amount of foreign substances are

of deterioration or damage.

accumulated in the fuel tank, the fuel

filter should be replaced.

Upon installing a new fuel filter, oper-

ate the engine for several minutes,

and check the connections for any

leakages. Fuel filters should be

installed by an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer.

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Air Cleaner Filter

Automatic Transmission Fluid

CAUTION

(if equipped)

A genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter

is recommended when the filter is

Automatic transmission fluid should

The use of a non-specified fluid

replaced.

not be checked under normal usage

could result in transmission

conditions. But in severe conditions,

malfunction and failure. Use

the fluid should be changed at an

only the specified automatic

Spark Plugs

authorized HYUNDAI dealer in

transmission fluid

(refer to

Make sure to install new spark plugs

accordance to the scheduled mainte-

"Recommended Lubricants and

of the correct heat range.

nance at the beginning of this chap-

Capacities" in chapter 8).

ter.

Cooling System

NOTICE

Dual Clutch Transmission

Check cooling system components,

Fluid (if equipped)

Automatic transmission fluid

such as radiator, coolant reservoir,

color is red when new.

Inspect the dual clutch transmission

hoses and connections for leakage

fluid according to the maintenance

and damage. Replace any damaged

As the vehicle is driven, the auto-

schedule.

parts.

matic transmission fluid will begin

to look darker. This is a normal

condition and you should not

Manual Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant

judge the need to replace the fluid

(if equipped)

The coolant should be changed at

based upon the changed color.

Inspect the manual transmission

the intervals specified in the mainte-

fluid according to the maintenance

nance schedule.

schedule.

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Maintenance

Brake Hoses and Lines

Exhaust Pipe and Muffler

Drive Shafts and Boots

Visually check for proper installation,

Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,

Check the drive shafts, boots and

chafing, cracks, deterioration and

muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-

clamps for cracks, deterioration, or

any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-

rioration, or damage. Start the engine

damage. Replace any damaged

ed or damaged parts immediately.

and listen carefully for any exhaust

parts and, if necessary, repack the

gas leakage. Tighten connections or

grease.

replace parts as necessary.

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Air Conditioning Refrigerant

Check the brake/clutch fluid level in

Suspension Mounting Bolts

the brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The

Check the air conditioning lines and

level should be between the MIN and

Check the suspension connections

connections for leakage and dam-

the MAX marks on the side of the

for looseness or damage. Retighten

age.

reservoir. Use only hydraulic

to the specified torque.

brake/clutch fluid conforming to DOT

3 or DOT 4 specification.

Steering Gear Box, Linkage &

Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint

Parking Brake

With the vehicle stopped and the

Inspect the parking brake system

engine off, check for excessive free-

including the parking brake pedal

play in the steering wheel. Check the

and cables.

linkage for bends or damage. Check

the dust boots and ball joints for

deterioration, cracks, or damage.

Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers

Replace any damaged parts.

and Rotors

Check the pads for excessive wear,

discs for run out and wear, and

calipers for fluid leakage.

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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 park-

ing brake set. If possible, block the

wheels.

3. Turn the engine on and allow the

engine to reach normal operating

temperature.

4. Turn the engine off and wait about

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five minutes for the oil to return to

6. Pull the dipstick out again and

7. If it is near or at L, add enough oil

the oil pan.

check the level. The level should

to bring the level to F.

5. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,

be between F and L.

and re-insert it fully.

Use only the specified engine oil.

(refer to "Recommended Lubricants

and Capacities" in chapter 8).

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Maintenance

NOTICE

Checking the Engine Oil and

WARNING

Filter

To prevent damage to your

engine:

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING

•

Do not overfill with engine oil.

Add oil in small quantities and

Engine oil contains chemicals

recheck level to ensure engine

known to the State of California

is not overfilled.

to cause cancer, birth defects

•

Do not spill engine oil when

and reproductive harm. Used

adding or changing engine oil.

engine oil may cause irritation

Use a funnel to help prevent oil

or cancer of the skin if left in

from being spilled on engine

contact with the skin for pro-

components. Wipe off spilled oil

longed periods of time. Always

immediately.

protect your skin by washing

your hands thoroughly with

soap and warm water as soon

Have engine oil and filter changed by

as possible after handling used

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

oil.

according to the Maintenance

Schedule at the beginning of this

chapter.

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ENGINE COOLANT

The high-pressure cooling system

Checking the Engine Coolant

The coolant level should be filled

has a reservoir filled with year-round

Level

between the F and the L marks on

antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is

the side of the coolant reservoir

■

1.6 T-GDI

filled at the factory.

when the engine is cool.

Check the antifreeze protection and

If the coolant level is low, add enough

coolant level at least once a year, at

distilled (deionized) water to bring the

the beginning of the winter season

level to the F mark, but do not overfill.

and before traveling to a colder cli-

If frequent additions are required, see

mate.

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for a

cooling system inspection.

NOTICE

•

When the engine overheats from

Recommended engine coolant

low engine coolant, suddenly

•

When adding coolant, use only dis-

adding engine coolant may

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tilled

(deionized) water for your

cause cracks in the engine. To

■

2.0 MPI

vehicle and never mix hard water in

prevent damage, add engine

the coolant filled at the factory.

coolant slowly in small quanti-

•

An improper coolant mixture can

ties.

result in severe malfunction or

•

Do not drive with no engine

engine damage.

coolant. It may cause water

•

The engine in your vehicle has alu-

pump failure and engine seizure,

minum engine parts and must be

etc.

protected by an ethylene-glycol

with phosphate based coolant to

prevent corrosion and freezing.

•

Do not use alcohol or methanol

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coolant or mix them with the spec-

Check the condition and connections

ified coolant.

of all cooling system hoses and

heater hoses. Replace any swollen

or deteriorated hoses.

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Maintenance

• Do not use a solution that contains

WARNING

more than 60% antifreeze or less

than 35% antifreeze, which would

Make sure the coolant cap is

reduce the effectiveness of the

properly closed after refilling

solution.

coolant. Otherwise the engine

could be overheated while driv-

For mixing percentage, refer to the

ing.

following table:

■ Engine room front view

Mixture Percentage

Ambient

(volume)

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Temperature

Antifreeze

Water

2. Make sure that the tiny pro-

5°F (-15°C)

trusions inside the coolant

-13°F (-25°C)

cap is securely interlocked.

-31°F (-35°C)

-49°F (-45°C)

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Information

1. Check if the coolant cap label

If in doubt about the mix ratio, a 50%

is straight In front.

water and 50% antifreeze mix is the

easiest to mix together as it will be the

same quantity of each. It is suitable to

use for most temperature ranges of

- 31°F and higher.

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■ 1.6 T-GDI

WARNING

Never remove the

The electric motor for

engine coolant reser-

the cooling fan may

voir tank/radiator cap

continue to operate

or the drain plug

or start up when the

while the engine and

engine is not running

radiator are hot. Hot coolant

and can cause serious injury.

and steam may blow out under

Keep hands, clothing and tools

pressure, causing serious

away from the rotating fan

injury.

blades of the cooling fan.

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■ 2.0 MPI

Turn the engine off and wait

until the engine cools down.

The electric motor for the cooling fan

Use extreme care when remov-

is controlled by engine coolant tem-

ing the engine coolant reservoir

perature, refrigerant pressure and

tank/radiator cap. Wrap a thick

vehicle speed. As the engine coolant

towel around it, and turn it

temperature decreases, the electric

counterclockwise slowly to the

motor will automatically shut off. This

first stop. Step back while the

is a normal condition. If your vehicle

pressure is released from the

is equipped with GDI, the electric

cooling system. When you are

motor for the cooling fan may begin

sure all the pressure has been

to operate at any time and continue

released, press down on the

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to operate until you disconnect the

cap, using a thick towel, and

negative battery cable.

continue turning counterclock-

wise to remove it.

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Maintenance

Changing Engine Coolant

NOTICE

Have coolant changed by an author-

To prevent damage to engine

ized HYUNDAI dealer according to

parts, put a thick towel around the

the Maintenance Schedule at the

radiator cap before refilling the

beginning of this chapter.

coolant to prevent the coolant

from overflowing into engine

WARNING

parts, such as the alternator.

Do not use engine coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir.

Engine coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed

on the windshield and may

cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in an accident.

Engine coolant may also cause

damage to paint and body trim.

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BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)

Checking the brake/clutch

If the level is low, add the specified

NOTICE

Fluid Level

brake/clutch fluid to the MAX level.

The level will fall with accumulated

•

Do not allow brake/clutch fluid

mileage. This is a normal condition

to contact the vehicle’s body

associated with the wear of the

paint, as paint damage will

brake/clutch linings. If the fluid level

result.

is excessively low, have the brake/

•

Brake/clutch fluid, which has

clutch system checked by an author-

been exposed to open air for an

ized HYUNDAI dealer.

extended time should NEVER be

used as its quality cannot be

WARNING

guaranteed. It should be dis-

posed of properly.

the brake/clutch system

•

Do not use the wrong kind of

requires frequent additions of

brake/clutch fluid. A few drops

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fluid this could indicate a leak in

of mineral based oil, such as

the brake/clutch system. Have

Check the fluid level in the reservoir

engine oil, in your brake/clutch

the vehicle inspected by an

periodically. The fluid level should be

system can damage system

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

between MAX and MIN marks on the

parts.

side of the reservoir.

Before removing the reservoir cap

Information

WARNING

and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean

Use only the specified brake/clutch

the area around the reservoir cap

Do not allow brake/clutch fluid

fluid

(refer to "Recommended

thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch

to come in contact with your

Lubricants and Capacities" in chap-

fluid contamination.

eyes. If brake/clutch fluid comes

ter 8).

in contact with your eyes, flush

your eyes with clean water for at

least 15 minutes and get imme-

diate medical attention.

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Maintenance

WASHER FLUID

PARKING BRAKE

Checking the Washer Fluid

Checking the Parking Brake

WARNING

Level

To prevent serious injury or

death, take the following safety

precautions when using washer

fluid:

•

Do not use engine coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir.

Engine coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed

on the windshield and may

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cause loss of vehicle control

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resulting in an accident or dam-

Check the stroke of the parking

age to paint and body trim.

Check the fluid level in the washer

brake by counting the number of

fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-

•

Do not allow sparks or flames

"clicks" heard while fully applying it

sary. Plain water may be used if

to contact the washer fluid or

from the released position. Also, the

washer fluid is not available.

the washer fluid reservoir.

parking brake alone should securely

However, use washer solvent with

Washer fluid may contain alco-

hold the vehicle on a fairly steep

antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-

hol and can be flammable.

grade. If the stroke is more or less

mates to prevent freezing.

than specified, have the parking

•

Do not drink washer fluid and

brake adjusted by an authorized

avoid contact with skin.

HYUNDAI dealer.

Washer fluid is harmful to

humans and animals.

Stroke : 5~7 clicks at a force of 44

lbs (20 kg, 196 N)

•

Keep washer fluid away from

children and animals.

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