Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012 year). Instruction

What to do in an emergency

CAUTION - Automatic

transaxle

•

If the car is being towed with all

four wheels on the ground, it can

be towed only from the front. Be

sure that the transaxle is in neu-

tral. Be sure the steering is

unlocked by placing the ignition

switch in the ACC position. A

driver must be in the towed vehi-

cle to operate the steering and

brakes.

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•

To avoid serious damage to the

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automatic transaxle, limit the

Tie-down hook

vehicle speed to 15 km/h (10 mph)

(for flatbed towing)

and drive less than 1.5 km (1

mile) when towing.

WARNING

•

Before towing, check the level of

the automatic transaxle fluid. If it

Do not use the hooks under the

is below the "HOT" range on the

front of the vehicle for towing pur-

dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot

poses. These hooks are designed

add fluid, a towing dolly must be

ONLY for transport tie-down. If the

used.

tie-down hooks are used for tow-

ing, the tie-down hooks or front

bumper will be damaged and this

could lead to serious injury.

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Engine compartment / 7-2

Maintenance services / 7-3

Owner maintenance / 7-5

Scheduled maintenance service / 7-7

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-12

Engine oil / 7-15

Engine coolant / 7-16

Brakes and clutch fluid / 7-19

Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-20

Washer fluid / 7-21

Parking brake / 7-22

Air cleaner / 7-22

Climate control air filter / 7-24

Wiper blades / 7-25

Battery / 7-30

Tires and wheels / 7-32

Maintenance

Fuses / 7-45

Light bulbs / 7-53

Appearance care / 7-59

Emission control system / 7-65

California perchlorate notice / 7-68

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

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Repairs and adjustments required as a

You should exercise the utmost care to

Owner’s responsibility

result of improper maintenance or a lack

prevent damage to your vehicle and

of required maintenance are not covered.

injury to yourself whenever performing

We recommend you have your vehicle

✽ NOTICE

any maintenance or inspection proce-

maintained and repaired by an author-

Maintenance Service and Record

dures.

ized HYUNDAI dealer. An authorized

Retention are the owner's responsibility.

Should you have any doubts concerning

HYUNDAI dealer meets HYUNDAI’s high

the inspection or servicing of your vehi-

service quality standards and receives

You should retain documents that show

cle, we strongly recommend that you

technical support from HYUNDAI in

have an authorized HYUNDAI dealer

proper maintenance has been performed

order to provide you with a high level of

on your vehicle in accordance with the

perform this work.

service satisfaction.

scheduled maintenance service charts

An authorized HYUNDAI dealer has fac-

shown on the following pages. You need

tory-trained technicians and genuine

this information to establish your compli-

HYUNDAI parts to service your vehicle

ance with the servicing and maintenance

properly. For expert advice and quality

requirements of your vehicle warranties.

service, see an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer.

Detailed warranty information is provided

in your Owner’s Handbook & Warranty

Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient

Information booklet.

servicing may result in operational prob-

lems with your vehicle that could lead to

vehicle damage, an accident, or person-

al injury.

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Maintenance

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Owner maintenance precautions

WARNING - Maintenance

Improper or incomplete service may

work

result in problems. This section gives

•

Performing maintenance work on

instructions only for the maintenance

a vehicle can be dangerous. You

items that are easy to perform.

can be seriously injured while

As explained earlier in this section, sev-

performing some maintenance

eral procedures can be done only by an

procedures. If you lack sufficient

authorized HYUNDAI dealer with special

knowledge and experience or the

tools.

proper tools and equipment to do

the work, have it done by an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

✽ NOTICE

•

Working under the hood with the

Improper owner maintenance during

engine running is dangerous. It

the warranty period may affect warran-

becomes even more dangerous

ty coverage. For details, read the sepa-

when you wear jewelry or loose

rate Owner’s Handbook & Warranty

clothing. These can become

Information booklet provided with the

entangled in moving parts and

vehicle. If you're unsure about any serv-

result in injury. Therefore, if you

icing or maintenance procedure, have it

must run the engine while work-

done by an authorized HYUNDAI deal-

ing under the hood, make certain

er.

that you remove all jewelry (espe-

cially rings, bracelets, watches,

and necklaces) and all neckties,

scarves, and similar loose cloth-

ing before getting near the

engine or cooling fans.

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Maintenance

OWNER MAINTENANCE

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Owner maintenance schedule

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The following lists are vehicle checks and

While operating your vehicle:

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inspections that should be performed by

•

Note any changes in the sound of the

When you stop for fuel:

the owner or an authorized HYUNDAI

exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes

•

Check the engine oil level.

dealer at the frequencies indicated to

in the vehicle.

help ensure safe, dependable operation

•

Check coolant level in coolant reser-

•

Check for vibrations in the steering

of your vehicle.

voir.

wheel. Notice any increased steering

•

Check the windshield washer fluid

Any adverse conditions should be

effort or looseness in the steering

brought to the attention of your dealer as

level.

wheel, or change in its straight-ahead

soon as possible.

•

Look for low or under-inflated tires.

position.

These Owner Maintenance Checks are

•

Notice if your vehicle constantly turns

generally not covered by warranties and

slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-

WARNING

you may be charged for labor, parts and

eling on smooth, level road.

Be careful when checking your

lubricants used.

•

When stopping, listen and check for

engine coolant level when the

engine is hot. Scalding hot coolant

unusual sounds, pulling to one side,

increased brake pedal travel or “hard-

and steam may blow out under

to-push” brake pedal.

pressure. This could cause burns

or other serious injury.

•

If any slipping or changes in the oper-

ation of your transaxle occurs, check

the transaxle fluid level.

•

Check automatic transaxle P

(Park)

function.

•

Check parking brake.

•

Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle

(water dripping from the air condition-

ing system during or after use is nor-

mal).

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Maintenance

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At least monthly:

At least twice a year

At least once a year :

• Check coolant level in the engine

(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :

• Clean body and door drain holes.

coolant reservoir.

• Check radiator, heater and air condi-

• Lubricate door hinges and checks, and

• Check the operation of all exterior

tioning hoses for leaks or damage.

hood hinges.

lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-

• Check windshield washer spray and

• Lubricate door and hood locks and

nals and hazard warning flashers.

wiper operation. Clean wiper blades

latches.

• Check the inflation pressures of all

with clean cloth dampened with wash-

• Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.

tires including the spare.

er fluid.

• Check the air conditioning system.

• Check headlight alignment.

• Inspect and lubricate automatic

• Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields

transaxle linkage and controls.

and clamps.

• Clean battery and terminals.

• Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear

• Check the brake

(and clutch) fluid

and function.

level.

• Check for worn tires and loose wheel

lug nuts.

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Maintenance

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE

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If your vehicle is operated under the

Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule

above conditions, you should inspect,

if the vehicle is usually operated where

replace or refill more frequently than the

none of the following conditions apply. If

following Normal Maintenance Schedule.

any of the following conditions apply, fol-

After

120 month or

150,000 miles

low Maintenance Under Severe Usage

(240,000 km) continue to follow the pre-

Conditions.

scribed maintenance intervals.

•

Repeated short distance driving.

•

Driving in dusty conditions or sandy

areas.

•

Extensive use of brakes.

•

Driving in areas where salt or other

corrosive materials are being used.

•

Driving on rough or muddy roads.

•

Driving in mountainous areas.

•

Extended periods of idling or low

speed operation.

•

Driving for a prolonged period in cold

temperatures and/or extremely humid

climates.

•

More than 50% driving in heavy city

traffic during hot weather above 90°F

(32°C).

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Maintenance

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all

vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is deter-

mined by whichever occurs first.

R : Replace

I : Inspect and, after Inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary.

MILES X 1000

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

67.5

82.5

97.5

105

112.5

120

127.5

135

142.5

150

No.

DESCRIPTION

KILOMETERS X 1000

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

192

204

216

228

240

MONTHS

102

108

114

120

EMISSION CONTROL ITEMS

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

Replace every 7,500 miles or 12 months

FUEL ADDITIVES*1

Add every 7,500 miles or 12 months

FUEL FILTER

FUEL LINES, FUEL HOSES AND CONNECTIONS

VACUUM HOSE

VAPOR HOSE AND FUEL FILLER CAP

AIR CLEANER FILTER

SPARK PLUGS (IRIDIUM COATED)

Replace every 100,000 miles or 120 months

VALVE CLEARANCE *2

FUEL TANK AIR FILTER

*1 :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.

*2 :Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

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Maintenance

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

R : Replace

I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MILES X 1000

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

67.5

82.5

97.5

105

112.5

120

127.5

135

142.5

150

No.

DESCRIPTION

KILOMETERS X 1000

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

192

204

216

228

240

MONTHS

102

108

114

120

GENERAL ITEMS

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

DRIVE BELTS*3

After that, inspect every 15,000 miles or 24 months*4

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

COOLANT*5

After that, replace every 30,000 miles or 24 months

TIMING BELT

Replace every 90,000 miles or 108 months

TENSIONER/IDLER-TIMING BELT

Inspect when timing belt is inspected or replaced*4

MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID

Inspect every 40,000 miles or 48 months

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

Inspect every 40,000 miles or 48 months

BRAKE FLUID

BRAKE HOSES AND LINES

FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS

REAR BRAKE DISC/PADS

PARKING BRAKE

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

*4 : If necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

*5 : When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at

the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.

Maintenance

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

R : Replace

I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MILES X 1000

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

67.5

82.5

97.5

105

112.5

120

127.5

135

142.5

150

No.

DESCRIPTION

KILOMETERS X 1000

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

192

204

216

228

240

MONTHS

102

108

114

120

GENERAL ITEMS

EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER

SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTS

STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS

/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT, UPPER ARM BALL

JOINT

DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS

AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER

(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)

BATTERY CONDITION

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Maintenance

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS

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.

R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

OPERATION

INTERVALS

CONDITION

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

EVERY 3,750 MILES OR 6 MONTHS

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K

AIR CLEANER FILTER

MORE FREQUENTLY

C, E

SPARK PLUGS

MORE FREQUENTLY

B, I

FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS

MORE FREQUENTLY

C, D, G, H

REAR BRAKE DISC/PADS

MORE FREQUENTLY

C, D, G, H

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

EVERY 7,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS

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

TIMING BELT

EVERY 60,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS

B, C, D, E, F, G, I

MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID

EVERY 80,000 MILES

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

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

EVERY 60,000 MILES

A, C, E, F, G, H, I

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER

MORE FREQUENTLY

C, E

(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)

SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS

E - Driving in sandy areas

A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5miles (8km) in nor-

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

mal temperature or less than 10miles (16km) in freezing temperature

G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road

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

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

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

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

roads

- Driving over 100 MPH (170 Km/h)

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

K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

weather

Maintenance

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

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Engine oil and filter

Fuel filter

Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-

The engine oil and filter should be

A clogged filter can limit the speed at

nections

changed at the intervals specified in the

which the vehicle may be driven, damage

Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-

maintenance schedule. If the car is being

the emission system and cause multiple

nections for leakage and damage. Have

driven in severe conditions, more fre-

issues such as hard starting. If an exces-

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer replace

quent oil and filter changes are required.

sive amount of foreign matter accumu-

any damaged or leaking parts immedi-

lates in the fuel tank, the filter may

ately.

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require replacement more frequently.

After installing a new filter, run the engine

Drive belts

for several minutes, and check for leaks

Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

at the connections. Fuel filters should be

cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu-

installed by an authorized HYUNDAI

ration and replace if necessary. Drive

dealer.

belts should be checked periodically for

proper tension and adjusted as neces-

sary.

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Maintenance

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Timing belt

Vacuum crankcase ventilation

Air cleaner filter

Inspect all parts related to the timing belt

hoses

A Genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter is

for damage and deformation. Replace

Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence

recommended when the filter is

any damaged parts immediately.

of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard

replaced.

and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,

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abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-

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cate deterioration. Particular attention

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Spark plugs

should be paid to examine those hose

The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should

Make sure to install new spark plugs of

surfaces nearest to high heat sources,

be inspected at those intervals specified

the correct heat range.

such as the exhaust manifold.

in the maintenance schedule. Make sure

Inspect the hose routing to assure that

that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is

the hoses do not come in contact with

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correctly replaced.

any heat source, sharp edges or moving

Valve clearance

component which might cause heat dam-

Inspect excessive valve noise and/or

age or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose

engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

connections, such as clamps and cou-

An authorized HYUNDAI dealer should

plings, to make sure they are secure, and

perform the operation.

that no leaks are present. Hoses should

be replaced immediately if there is any

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evidence of deterioration or damage.

Cooling system

Check the cooling system parts, such as

radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and

connections for leakage and damage.

Replace any damaged parts.

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Coolant

The coolant should be changed at the

intervals specified in the maintenance

schedule.

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Maintenance

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Manual transaxle fluid

Brake fluid

Suspension mounting bolts

(if equipped)

Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid

Check the suspension connections for

Inspect the manual transaxle fluid

reservoir. The level should be between

looseness or damage. Retighten to the

according to the maintenance schedule.

“MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of

specified torque.

the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake

fluid conforming to DOT

3 or DOT 4

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specification.

Automatic transaxle fluid

Steering gear box, linkage &

(if equipped)

boots/lower arm ball joint

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The fluid level should be in the "HOT"

With the vehicle stopped and engine off,

Parking brake

range of the dipstick, after the engine

check for excessive free-play in the

and transaxle are at normal operating

Inspect the parking brake system includ-

steering wheel.

temperature. Check the automatic

ing the parking brake lever and cables.

Check the linkage for bends or damage.

transaxle fluid level with the engine run-

Check the dust boots and ball joints for

ning and the transaxle in neutral, with the

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deterioration, cracks, or damage.

parking brake properly applied.

Replace any damaged parts.

Brake discs, pads, calipers and

rotors

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Check the pads for excessive wear, discs

Brake hoses and lines

Drive shafts and boots

for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid

Visually check for proper installation,

leakage.

Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps

chafing, cracks, deterioration and any

for cracks, deterioration, or damage.

leakage. Replace any deteriorated or

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Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-

damaged parts immediately.

essary, repack the grease.

Exhaust pipe and muffler

Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-

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fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,

or damage. Start the engine and listen

Air conditioning refrigerant

carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.

(if equipped)

Tighten connections or replace parts as

Check the air conditioning lines and con-

necessary.

nections for leakage and damage.

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Maintenance

ENGINE OIL

4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and

re-insert it fully.

WARNING - Radiator hose

Be very careful not to touch the

radiator hose when checking or

adding the engine oil as it may be

hot enough to burn you.

5. Pull the dipstick out again and check

the level. The level should be between

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F and L.

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If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring

Checking the engine oil level

CAUTION

the level to F. Do not overfill.

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.

Do not spill engine oil, when adding

2. Start the engine and allow it to reach

or changing engine oil. If you drop

Use a funnel to help prevent oil from

the engine oil on the engine room,

being spilled on engine components.

normal operating temperature.

wipe it off immediately.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few

minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to

Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer

return to the oil pan.

to “Recommended lubricants and capaci-

ties” in section 8.)

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Maintenance

ENGINE COOLANT

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(Continued)

Changing the engine oil and filter

The high-pressure cooling system has a

•

Turn the engine off and wait until

reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze

Have engine oil and filter changed by an

it cools down. Use extreme care

coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-

authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to

when removing the radiator cap.

tory.

the Maintenance Schedule at the begin-

Wrap a thick towel around it, and

ning of this section.

Check the antifreeze protection and

turn it counterclockwise slowly to

coolant concentration level at least once

the first stop. Step back while the

a year, at the beginning of the winter sea-

pressure is released from the

son, and before traveling to a colder cli-

cooling system. When you are

mate.

sure all the pressure has been

released, press down on the cap,

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using a thick towel, and continue

Checking the coolant level

turning counterclockwise to

remove it.

•

Even if the engine is not operat-

WARNING

ing, do not remove the radiator

Removing radiator

cap or the drain plug while the

cap

engine and radiator are hot. Hot

coolant and steam may still blow

out under pressure, causing seri-

CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-

ous injury.

TION 65 WARNING

•

Never attempt to remove the radi-

Engine oil contains chemicals

ator cap while the engine is oper-

known to the State of California to

ating or hot. Doing so might lead

cause cancer, birth defects and

to cooling system and engine

reproductive harm. Used engine oil

damage and could result in seri-

may cause irritation or cancer of

ous personal injury from escap-

the skin if left in contact with the

ing hot coolant or steam.

skin for prolonged periods of time.

(Continued)

Always protect your skin by wash-

ing your hands thoroughly with

soap and warm water as soon as

possible after handling used oil.

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