2005 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual - Page 199

6 DO-IT-YOURSELFMAINTENANCE 6 2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil filler cap. 3. Slide underneath the car and loosen the drain plug by turning it counterclockwise with a wrench of the proper size. Be sure that a drain pan is in position to catch the oil as it drains out, then remove the drain plug. 6. Install a new oil filter in accordance with the instructions on the carton or on the filter itself. Do not over-tighten. Oil filter tightening torque : 1.2 ~ 1.6 kgf.m Be sure that the mounting surface on the engine is clean and that the old gasket is removed completely. Lubricate the new gasket on the filter with clean engine oil before installation. 7. Remove the engine oil level dipstick. 8. Refill the crankcase with the recommended engine oil. Refer to the specification in chapter 9 for engine oil capacity. NOTE: Always dispose of used engine oil in an environmentally acceptable manner. It is suggested that it be placed in a sealed container and taken to a service station for reclamation. Do not pour the oil on the ground or put it into the household trash. ! WARNING: Be very careful when draining the engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you! 4. When the oil has stopped draining, replace the drain plug using a new gasket and retighten by turning it clockwise. Drain plug tightening torque: 4.0 ~ 4.5 kgf.m 5. Remove the oil filter. You should be able to unscrew the filter with your hands. (If your hands are slippery, try to use a cloth between your hands and the filter to give yourself a better grip.) A certain amount of oil will come out when you remove the filter, so be sure to have your drain pan in place underneath it. ! PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: ! CAUTION: Slowly pour the recommended oil into a funnel. Do not overfill! Engine damage may occur if overfilled. 9. Start the engine and check to be sure no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter. 10.Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level. Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil.