2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Manual

Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim: Elantra SE
Body style: Four-door sedan
Engine: 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Transmission: 5-speed Manual

United States configuration. Option packages, emissions calibrations, colors, and accessories are not separate configurations.

Configuration-specific ownership

Maintenance for this exact configuration

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Service topics: 9
Factory intervals: 9
Fitment-scoped: 9
Exact references: 2

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Engine oil and filter
Exact reference available
Normal oil and filter replacement
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 12 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal oil and filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Severe oil and filter replacement
Replace, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions A–I, K. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 3,000 mi / 5,000 km / 3 months · Replace, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions A–I, K. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe oil and filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Catalog fitment — Engine oil and filter
Parts fitment only; this does not establish a service interval.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · United States · Cataloged engine application; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra L4-2.0L factory normal-service schedule (preserved service-manual database) · Maintenance > Service Intervals > Normal Service — recurring 7,500-mile rows · checked 2026-08-05
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentBaldwin B7243
  Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed
  Cataloged for the 2007 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.
  Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 319, Hyundai 2007 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Lube — B7243 · checked 2026-08-31
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Engine air filter
Exact reference available
Normal engine air-filter replacement
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 30,000 mi / 48,000 km / 24 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal engine air-filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Severe engine air-filter replacement
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, E. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe engine air-filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Catalog fitment — Engine air-cleaner filter
Parts fitment only; this does not establish a service interval.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · United States · Cataloged engine application; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.
Source: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 319, Hyundai 2007 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Air — PA4401 · checked 2026-08-31
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentBaldwin PA4401
  Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · catalog-listed
  Cataloged for the 2007 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.
  Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 319, Hyundai 2007 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Air — PA4401 · checked 2026-08-31
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Cabin air filter
Sourced interval available
Normal cabin-filter replacement
Replace, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 15,000 km / 12 months · Replace, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal cabin-filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Severe cabin-filter replacement
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, E. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe cabin-filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
Iridium-coated plug replacement
Iridium-coated plugs only; identify the installed plug/emissions specification before using this interval.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 100,000 mi / 160,000 km · Iridium-coated plugs only; identify the installed plug/emissions specification before using this interval.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Iridium-coated plug replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Platinum-coated plug replacement
Platinum-coated plugs only; identify the installed plug/emissions specification before using this interval.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 96,000 km / 48 months · Platinum-coated plugs only; identify the installed plug/emissions specification before using this interval.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Platinum-coated plug replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Severe spark-plug replacement
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions B, H. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe spark-plug replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Coolant
Sourced interval available
First coolant replacement
First replacement, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 96,000 km / 60 months · First replacement, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — First coolant replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Subsequent coolant replacement
After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 25,000 mi / 40,000 km / 24 months · After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Subsequent coolant replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Transmission and transfer-case fluid
Sourced interval available
Normal manual-transaxle inspection
Inspect, not a normal replacement interval; whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 5-speed Manual · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 30,000 mi / 48,000 km / 24 months · Inspect, not a normal replacement interval; whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal manual-transaxle inspection · checked 2026-09-07
Severe manual-transaxle replacement
Replace at the listed distance; no month interval is specified. Applies to conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 5-speed Manual · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 96,000 km · Replace at the listed distance; no month interval is specified. Applies to conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe manual-transaxle replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Scheduled checks and inspections
Sourced interval available
Inspect accessory drive belts and vacuum hose
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect accessory drive belts and vacuum hose · checked 2026-09-07
Inspect brake hoses/lines, brake pads/calipers/rotors, exhaust, suspension mounting bolts, steering linkage/boots/ball joints and air-conditioning refrigerant
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect brake hoses/lines, brake pads/calipers/rotors, exhaust, suspension mounting bolts, steering linkage/boots/ball joints and air-conditioning refrigerant · checked 2026-09-07
Inspect fuel lines/connections, crankcase ventilation hose, vapor hose/cap, brake fluid, rear drums/linings and parking brake
Normal inspection, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 30,000 mi / 48,000 km / 24 months · Normal inspection, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect fuel lines/connections, crankcase ventilation hose, vapor hose/cap, brake fluid, rear drums/linings and parking brake · checked 2026-09-07
Inspect electronic throttle control and driveshaft boots
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect electronic throttle control and driveshaft boots · checked 2026-09-07
Inspect valve clearance for tappet noise or engine vibration; adjust if necessary
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 96,000 km / 48 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect valve clearance for tappet noise or engine vibration; adjust if necessary · checked 2026-09-07
Inspect fuel-tank air filter at 15,000/45,000/75,000/105,000/135,000 miles; replace at 30,000-mile/24-month multiples
Use the listed alternating inspection/replacement columns; the first inspection is at 15,000 miles/12 months.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect fuel-tank air filter at 15,000/45,000/75,000/105,000/135,000 miles; replace at 30,000-mile/24-month multiples · checked 2026-09-07
Severe front brake and parking-brake inspection
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, D, G, H. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe front brake and parking-brake inspection · checked 2026-09-07
Severe rear brake inspection
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, D, G, H. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe rear brake inspection · checked 2026-09-07
Severe steering/linkage/ball-joint inspection
Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, D, E, F, G, H, I. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe steering/linkage/ball-joint inspection · checked 2026-09-07
Severe driveshaft-boot inspection
Inspect, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions C, D, E, F, H. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 months · Inspect, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions C, D, E, F, H. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe driveshaft-boot inspection · checked 2026-09-07
Fuel filter
Sourced interval available
Normal fuel-filter replacement
Normal service, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 52,500 mi / 84,000 km / 42 months · Normal service, whichever comes first.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal fuel-filter replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Timing belt
Sourced interval available
Normal timing-belt inspection and replacement
Inspect belt at 60,000 miles/48 months and 120,000/96; replace at 90,000/72 and 150,000/120. Inspect tensioner/idler at 60,000/48 then every 30,000/24 in the displayed table. Consult continuation guidance after the displayed range; do not treat the first replacement as a recurring interval.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 263–265; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal timing-belt inspection and replacement · checked 2026-09-07
Severe timing-belt and tensioner replacement
Replace, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions B, C, D, E, F, G. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Applies to: 2007 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra GLS, Elantra SE · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 96,000 km / 48 months · Replace, whichever comes first. Applies to conditions B, C, D, E, F, G. Severe-use codes in the cited table: A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling/low-speed travel; C rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads; D corrosive salt/very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic above 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I police/taxi/commercial use or towing; J driving above 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.
Source: Hyundai — 2007 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 266; printed 7-11 — Severe timing-belt and tensioner replacement · checked 2026-09-07

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