2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring GLS Manual

Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim: Elantra Touring GLS
Body style: Five-door wagon
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.

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2012 Hyundai Elantra: documented configuration differences
Configuration	Engine	Transmission	Body
Elantra Elantra GLS Manual	1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)	6-speed Manual	Four-door sedan
Elantra Elantra GLS Automatic	1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)	6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic	Four-door sedan
Elantra Elantra Limited Automatic	1.8L DOHC D-CVVT inline-four (148 hp)	6-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic	Four-door sedan
Current carElantra Elantra Touring GLS Manual	2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four	5-speed Manual	Five-door wagon
Elantra Elantra Touring GLS Automatic	2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four	4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic	Five-door wagon
Elantra Elantra Touring SE Manual	2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four	5-speed Manual	Five-door wagon
Elantra Elantra Touring SE Automatic	2.0L DOHC CVVT inline-four	4-speed SHIFTRONIC Automatic	Five-door wagon

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Service topics: 8
Scheduled topics: 8
Applicability stated: 8
Exact references: 2

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Engine oil and filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine oil and filter
Exact reference available
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 2026-08-31
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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 2026-08-31
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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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Engine air filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine air filter
Exact reference available
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 2026-08-31
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Validated equivalentBaldwin PA4401
Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · 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 — Air — PA4401 · checked 2026-08-31
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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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Cabin air filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Cabin air filter
Sourced interval available
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Spark plugsView intervals, applicability and sources
Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
CoolantView intervals, applicability and sources
Coolant
Sourced interval available
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Transmission and transfer-case fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Transmission and transfer-case fluid
Sourced interval available
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Scheduled checks and inspectionsView intervals, applicability and sources
Scheduled checks and inspections
Sourced interval available
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
Timing beltView intervals, applicability and sources
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07
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 2026-09-07

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