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2012Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai's 'Fluidic Sculpture' design era; a strong seller that briefly offered an Elantra Coupe (2013–2014) and the Elantra GT hatchback. US model years 2011–2016.

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2012 Hyundai Elantra — 1.6 GL in Ceramic White, front three-quarter view

Photo: “2012 Hyundai Elantra 1.6 GL in Ceramic White, front right” by Ethan Llamas / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped to 16:9.

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What do you need to know?

This page covers the whole 2012 Hyundai Elantra model year. Choose your task first; exact trims and engines are separated where the factory offered different versions.

Complete, source-verified lineup

Find your exact 2012 Elantra

Start with a family, body style, or engine. Every card opens the facts and maintenance information for that factory version.

7factory configurations
Verified complete for the U.S.-marketHow this lineup was verified

We checked this U.S.-market lineup against period sources for factory trim, body, engine, and transmission combinations represented by the cited exact-year lineup records. Every version shown below has its own detail page.

Verified 2026-09-01 from Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra archived model specifications.

7versions shown
Four-door sedan

Elantra Elantra GLS Manual

Body
Four-door sedan
Engine
1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)
Gearbox
6-speed Manual
Built
Regular production
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Four-door sedan

Elantra Elantra GLS Automatic

Body
Four-door sedan
Engine
1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)
Gearbox
6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic
Built
Regular production
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Four-door sedan

Elantra Elantra Limited Automatic

Body
Four-door sedan
Engine
1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)
Gearbox
6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Five-door wagon

Elantra Elantra Touring GLS Manual

Body
Five-door wagon
Engine
2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Five-door wagon

Elantra Elantra Touring GLS Automatic

Body
Five-door wagon
Engine
2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Gearbox
4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Five-door wagon

Elantra Elantra Touring SE Manual

Body
Five-door wagon
Engine
2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Five-door wagon

Elantra Elantra Touring SE Automatic

Body
Five-door wagon
Engine
2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Gearbox
4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic
Built
Regular production
Open exact version

The 2012 model year

Overview

Hyundai Motor America's exact-year archive documents 7 2012 Elantra configuration rows across 2 body and trim combinations. This MD roster keeps body, engine, and transmission applicability explicit rather than copying a neighboring model year.

Specifications

Engines
  • 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)
  • 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four
Transmissions
6-speed Manual, 6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic, 5-speed Manual, 4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic
Body styles
Four-door sedan, Five-door wagon

Year over year

What changed

  • The 2012 research boundary includes only the trims, bodies, engines, and transmissions supported by Hyundai's model-year record; equipment packages are not promoted into unsupported models.

Worth knowing

Notable

  • The documented lineup exposes 7 source-backed combinations while preserving the distinction between a configuration roster and every standalone factory option.

Living with it

Reliability & ownership notes

  • Confirm the VIN, engine, transmission, emissions label, and installed equipment before ordering service parts. On older cars, inspect corrosion, timing-drive history where applicable, cooling-system condition, suspension wear, and evidence of deferred fluid service.

Maintenance & service parts

Keep your 2012 Elantra on the road

Start with the service interval, then match the engine or exact version you own. Order links appear only when a catalog-backed part number is available, and every listing still needs a fitment check.

Service desk

What this car needs & when

Use this as a service-planning checklist for 2012 Hyundai Elantra. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.

Service topics
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Factory intervals
9
Fitment-scoped
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Exact references
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Before orderingIdentify your engine, options and build date.Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.

  • Engine oil and filter

    Exact reference available

    Normal oil and filter replacement

    Normal service, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal oil and filter replacement · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Published interval: 3,750 mi / 6,000 km / 6 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe oil and filter replacement · checked

    Baldwin oil-filter fitment — 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)

    Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · United States · Cataloged engine application; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.

    Source: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) row — Lube — B7243 · checked

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    • Validated equivalentBaldwin B7243

      Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed

      Cataloged for the 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp); confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.

      Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) row — Lube — B7243 · checked

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    Baldwin oil-filter fitment — 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four

    Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

    Applies to: 2012 · 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 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Lube — B7243 · checked

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    • Validated equivalentBaldwin B7243

      Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed

      Cataloged for the 2012 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.

      Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Lube — B7243 · checked

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    Touring — Normal oil and filter replacement

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 7,500 mi / 12 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal oil and filter replacement · checked

    Touring — Severe oil and filter replacement

    Replace, whichever comes first. Severe conditions A–I, K. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 3,750 mi / 6 months · Replace, whichever comes first. Severe conditions A–I, K. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe oil and filter replacement · checked

  • Engine air filter

    Exact reference available

    Normal engine air-filter replacement

    Normal service, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal engine air-filter replacement · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe engine air-filter replacement · checked

    Baldwin air-filter fitment — 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)

    Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · United States · Cataloged engine application; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.

    Source: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) row — Air — PA4480 · checked

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    • Validated equivalentBaldwin PA4480

      Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · catalog-listed

      Cataloged for the 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp); confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.

      Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications catalog · Printed catalog page 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) row — Air — PA4480 · checked

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    Baldwin air-filter fitment — 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four

    Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

    Applies to: 2012 · 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 317, Hyundai 2012 Elantra 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four row — Air — PA4401 · checked

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    Touring — Normal air-filter replacement

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 30,000 mi / 24 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal air-filter replacement · checked

    Touring — Severe air-filter replacement

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions C, E. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe air-filter replacement · checked

  • Cabin air filter

    Sourced interval available

    Normal cabin-filter replacement

    Replace, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 · Replace, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal cabin-filter replacement · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe cabin-filter replacement · checked

    Touring — Normal cabin-filter replacement

    Replace, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 15,000 mi / 12 months · Replace, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal cabin-filter replacement · checked

    Touring — Severe cabin-filter replacement

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions C, E. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe cabin-filter replacement · checked

  • Spark plugs

    Sourced interval available

    Normal iridium-coated plug replacement

    First replacement shown, whichever comes first; consult the manual for continuation beyond the displayed table.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Published interval: 105,000 mi / 168,000 km / 84 months · First replacement shown, whichever comes first; consult the manual for continuation beyond the displayed table.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal iridium-coated plug replacement · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe spark-plug replacement · checked

    Touring — Normal iridium plug replacement

    Replace every listed distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 100,000 mi / 120 months · Replace every listed distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal iridium plug replacement · checked

    Touring — Severe plug replacement

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions B, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe plug replacement · checked

  • Coolant

    Sourced interval available

    First coolant replacement

    First replacement, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Published interval: 120,000 mi / 192,000 km / 120 months · First replacement, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — First coolant replacement · checked

    Subsequent coolant replacement

    After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 · After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Subsequent coolant replacement · checked

    Touring — First coolant replacement

    First replacement, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 120,000 mi / 120 months · First replacement, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — First coolant replacement · checked

    Touring — Subsequent coolant replacement

    After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 30,000 mi / 24 months · After the first replacement, repeat at this distance/time, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Subsequent coolant replacement · checked

  • Transmission and transfer-case fluid

    Sourced interval available

    Normal manual-transaxle inspection

    Inspect, not a normal replacement interval; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · 6-speed Manual · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Published interval: 37,500 mi / 60,000 km / 30 months · Inspect, not a normal replacement interval; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal manual-transaxle inspection · checked

    Severe manual-transaxle replacement

    Replace at the listed distance; no month interval is specified. Applies to conditions A, C, E, F, G, 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · 6-speed Manual · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Published interval: 75,000 mi / 120,000 km · Replace at the listed distance; no month interval is specified. Applies to conditions A, C, E, F, G, 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe manual-transaxle replacement · checked

    Touring — Normal manual-fluid inspection

    Inspect, not a scheduled replacement; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 5-speed Manual · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 40,000 mi / 48 months · Inspect, not a scheduled replacement; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal manual-fluid inspection · checked

    Touring — Severe manual-fluid replacement

    Replace at the listed distance; no month interval specified. Severe conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 5-speed Manual · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 80,000 mi · Replace at the listed distance; no month interval specified. Severe conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe manual-fluid replacement · checked

  • Automatic transaxle fluid

    Sourced interval available

    Normal automatic-fluid service policy

    No check or service required under normal usage; severe-service replacement is separate.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · 6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal automatic-fluid service policy · checked

    Severe automatic-fluid replacement

    Replace at the listed distance; no month interval is specified. Applies to conditions A, C, E, F, G, 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · 6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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, E, F, G, 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe automatic-fluid replacement · checked

    Touring — Normal automatic-fluid inspection or policy

    Inspect, not a scheduled replacement; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 40,000 mi / 48 months · Inspect, not a scheduled replacement; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal automatic-fluid inspection or policy · checked

    Touring — Severe automatic-fluid replacement

    Replace at the listed distance; no month interval specified. Severe conditions A, C, E, F, G, H, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · 4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 60,000 mi · Replace at the listed distance; no month interval specified. Severe conditions A, C, E, F, G, H, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe automatic-fluid replacement · checked

  • Scheduled checks and inspections

    Sourced interval available

    Rotate tires; inspect battery, air-cleaner filter and vacuum hose

    Normal service, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Rotate tires; inspect battery, air-cleaner filter and vacuum hose · checked

    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: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Inspect brake hoses/lines, brake pads/calipers/rotors, exhaust, suspension mounting bolts, steering linkage/boots/ball joints and air-conditioning refrigerant · checked

    Inspect brake/clutch fluid, fuel lines/connections, vapor hose/cap, parking brake, fuel filter and fuel-tank air filter

    Normal inspection, whichever comes first. Fuel filters are maintenance-free but inspected according to fuel quality; replace for restriction, surging, power loss or starting problems rather than inventing scheduled replacement.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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. Fuel filters are maintenance-free but inspected according to fuel quality; replace for restriction, surging, power loss or starting problems rather than inventing scheduled replacement.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Inspect brake/clutch fluid, fuel lines/connections, vapor hose/cap, parking brake, fuel filter and fuel-tank air filter · checked

    Inspect rear brake drums and linings (if equipped)

    Normal inspection, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 inspection, whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Inspect rear brake drums and linings (if equipped) · checked

    First drive-belt inspection

    First inspection, whichever comes first; thereafter every 15,000 miles/24 months. Replace for cracks or excessive loss of tension.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 / 72 months · First inspection, whichever comes first; thereafter every 15,000 miles/24 months. Replace for cracks or excessive loss of tension.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — First drive-belt inspection · checked

    Normal driveshaft-boot inspections

    Inspect first at 15,000 miles/12 months, then at 45,000/36, 75,000/60, 105,000/84 and 135,000/108. These are the displayed offset inspection columns, not an every-15,000-mile interval.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Normal driveshaft-boot inspections · checked

    Fuel additive only when TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable

    One dealer-recommended bottle when TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable; do not mix additives. This is a conditional recommendation.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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 · One dealer-recommended bottle when TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable; do not mix additives. This is a conditional recommendation.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 295–304; printed 7-7–7-16 — Fuel additive only when TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe front brake and parking-brake inspection · checked

    Severe rear brake inspection

    Service more frequently; the table does not give a numeric interval. Applies to conditions C, D, G, F. 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe rear brake inspection · checked

    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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · United States · U.S. sedan only. Touring, GT, coupe and other engine variants require their own source.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe steering/linkage/ball-joint inspection · checked

    Severe driveshaft-boot inspection

    Inspect, whichever comes first. 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Applies to: 2012 · 1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp) · Elantra GLS, Elantra Limited · 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, 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 106 mph; K frequent stop-and-go traffic.

    Source: Hyundai — 2012 Elantra U.S. sedan factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 305; printed 7-17 — Severe driveshaft-boot inspection · checked

    Touring — Inspect battery, air cleaner and vacuum hose

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 7,500 mi / 6 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect battery, air cleaner and vacuum hose · checked

    Touring — Inspect brake fluid, brake hoses/lines, front and rear discs/pads, calipers, exhaust, suspension, steering/ball joints and air-conditioning refrigerant

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 15,000 mi / 12 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect brake fluid, brake hoses/lines, front and rear discs/pads, calipers, exhaust, suspension, steering/ball joints and air-conditioning refrigerant · checked

    Touring — Inspect fuel filter, fuel lines/hoses/connections, vapor hose/cap and parking brake

    Normal inspection; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 30,000 mi / 24 months · Normal inspection; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect fuel filter, fuel lines/hoses/connections, vapor hose/cap and parking brake · checked

    Touring — First accessory-belt inspection

    First inspection, whichever comes first; thereafter every 15,000 miles or 24 months. Replace for cracking or lost tension.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · First inspection, whichever comes first; thereafter every 15,000 miles or 24 months. Replace for cracking or lost tension.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — First accessory-belt inspection · checked

    Touring — Inspect driveshaft boots

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 15,000 mi / 12 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect driveshaft boots · checked

    Touring — Inspect valve clearance for tappet noise or engine vibration; adjust if necessary

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 60,000 mi / 48 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect valve clearance for tappet noise or engine vibration; adjust if necessary · checked

    Touring — 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 alternating inspection/replacement columns; first inspection at 15,000 miles/12 months.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; 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

    Touring — Conditional fuel additive

    One dealer-recommended bottle if TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable; do not mix other additives.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 7,500 mi / 12 months · One dealer-recommended bottle if TOP TIER detergent gasoline is unavailable; do not mix other additives.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Conditional fuel additive · checked

    Touring — Severe front-brake and parking-brake inspection

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions C, D, G, H. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe front-brake and parking-brake inspection · checked

    Touring — Severe rear-disc inspection

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions C, D, G, H. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe rear-disc inspection · checked

    Touring — Severe steering/linkage/ball-joint inspection

    Service more frequently; no numeric interval is specified. Severe conditions C, D, E, F, G, H, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe steering/linkage/ball-joint inspection · checked

    Touring — Severe driveshaft-boot inspection

    Inspect, whichever comes first. Severe conditions C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 7,500 mi / 6 months · Inspect, whichever comes first. Severe conditions C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe driveshaft-boot inspection · checked

  • Timing belt

    Sourced interval available

    Touring — Normal timing-belt replacement

    Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 90,000 mi / 108 months · Normal service; whichever comes first.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Normal timing-belt replacement · checked

    Touring — Inspect timing-belt tensioner and idler

    Inspect when the timing belt is inspected or replaced.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF pages 323–325; printed 7-8–7-10 — Inspect timing-belt tensioner and idler · checked

    Touring — Severe timing-belt replacement

    Replace, whichever comes first. Severe conditions B, C, D, E, F, G, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Applies to: 2012 · 2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four · Elantra Touring GLS, Elantra Touring SE · United States · 2012 U.S. Touring wagon only; sedan and coupe schedules are separate.

    Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace, whichever comes first. Severe conditions B, C, D, E, F, G, I. A short trips under 5 miles (10 in freezing weather); B extensive idling or prolonged low-speed driving; C rough/dusty/muddy/unpaved/gravel/salted roads; D corrosive salt or very cold weather; E sand; F heavy traffic over 90°F; G hills/mountains; H trailer/camper/roof rack; I patrol/taxi/commercial use or towing; J speeds over 100 mph; K frequent stop-and-go.

    Source: Hyundai Motor America — 2012 Elantra Touring factory owner manual (preserved publication) · PDF page 326; printed 7-11 — Severe timing-belt replacement · checked

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