The oil in your Hyundai must be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, depending on the model and type of oil required. The advent of advanced synthetic oils and newer engines allow for less frequent oil changes. Oil changes are important to keep the oil free of debris and residue that can cause excess friction inside the engine. An oil change normally takes one to two hours and can be done at home. Learn how to change your Hyundai's oil in just a few steps.
Run your Hyundai for at least 10 minutes so that the oil becomes warm. Turn off the car.
Place a drip pan underneath the oil pan located under the engine block.
Unscrew the oil drain plug and allow the oil to completely drain from the engine block.
Wipe the excess oil from the oil pan's hole with a shop rag. Place a new oil drain plug gasket onto the oil drain plug and screw in the plug.
Unfasten the oil filter (located beneath the vehicle near the oil pan) with a band wrench and allow the excess oil to pour into the drip pan. Put a thin coating of oil on the edge of the new oil filter and screw it into place, tightening it with the band wrench.
Locate the Hyundai's oil fill cap on top of the engine block, remove it and insert an oil funnel. Pour the required amount of oil into the funnel according to the owner's manual. Remove the funnel and replace the oil fill cap.
Start the Hyundai and let it run for 15 minutes. Check the oil level by pulling the oil dipstick from its sheath, wiping it clean, replacing it then rechecking it. Top off the oil as necessary.
