2003 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual - Page 140

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 2.0L SULEV Wait a minute, then remove the dipstick, wipe it off, fully reinsert the dipstick and withdraw it again. Then note the highest level the oil has reached on the dipstick. It should be between the upper ("FULL") and lower ("LOW") range. G040A01E-AAT CHANGING THE OIL AND FILTER Oil filler cap G030D01A-AAT Adding Oil G030B02A SH(API) or GF-I (ILSAC) and ABOVE multigrade and fuel efficient oil is recommended. G030C01A-AAT Drain plug Oil filter SSA6040A The engine oil and filter should be changed at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule in Section 5. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oil and filter changes are required. G030D01S To Check the Oil Level The procedure for changing the oil and filter is as follows: 1. Park the car on level ground and set the parking brake. Start the engine and let it warm up until the needle on the coolant temperature gauge moves above the lowest mark. Turn the engine off and place the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or reverse gear (manual transaxle). Set the parking brake. 2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil filler cap. If the oil level is close to or below the "LOW" mark, add oil until it reaches the "FULL" mark. To add oil: 1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Add oil, then check the level again. Do not overfill. 3. Replace the cap by turning it clockwise. The distance between the "FULL" and "LOW" marks is equal to about 1 quart of oil. G030C01E-1 Before checking the oil, warm up the engine to the normal operating temperature and be sure your car is parked on level ground. Turn the engine off. 6-4