Repair Procedures: Replacement

However, under harsh driving conditions, it must be changed every 80, 000 miles.

Harsh driving conditions are as follows:

• High frequency driving on rough roads (bumpy roads, sand and gravel roads, snow-covered roads, and unpaved roads)
• Frequent driving on mountain trails and inclines
• In case the vehicle is used as a police vehicle, taxi, or for commercial or towing purposes
• Frequent high speed driving (over 170 km/h)
• In case of driving 50% or more of the total mileage in hot temperatures above 32°C and congested traffic

1. Remove the under cover.

   (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

2. Remove the drain plug (A) and drain all the oil. Then install the drain plug with a new gasket.

   Tightening torque: 

   58.9 ~ 78.5 N.m (6.0 ~ 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 57.8 lb-ft)

   Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug

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3. Add new oil through the filler plug hole (A) and, fill it just below the plug opening.

   Standard oil:  API Service GL-4, SAE 70W

   Recommended oil (SHELL: SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF, SK: HK DCTF 70W, GS CALTEX: GS DCTF HD 70W)

   Oil capacity:  1.9 L (0.50 U.S. gal., 2.01 U.S. qt., 1.67 Imp qt.)

   Fig 2: Locating Filler Plug Hole

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4. Install the filler plug bolt (A) with new gasket.

   Tightening torque: 

   58.9 ~ 78.5 N.m (6.0 ~ 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 57.8 lb-ft)

5. Install the under cover.

   (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")