Service Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle and remove the engine under cover.

2. Remove the oil drain plug and drain the automatic transaxle oil.

3. Remove the oil pan.

4. Remove the oil pan gasket from the oil pan.





5. Use a knife or razor blade to scrape off the gasket. Use a wire brush to remove any remaining gasket material.





6. Use a razor blade to remove any gasket material remaining on the transaxle case surface. Wipe the surface with a clean rag.





7. Apply a thin bead of sealant on the oil pan flange approximately 1.0 mm (1/16") thick.

NOTE:
Use Hyundai Ultra-Gray Sealant, P/N 00231-13800, or equivalent.

8. Install a new gasket on the oil pan flange and align the holes.





9. Apply a thin bead of sealant on the new gasket approximately 1.0 mm (1/16") thick.

10. Reinstall the oil pan to the transaxle case. Tightening torque: 10-12 Nm (100-120 kg.cm, 7 - 9 lb.ft).

11. Reinstall the drain plug.

12. Reinstall the engine under cover.

13. Lower the vehicle.

14. Add approximately 4 quarts of SPIII ATF.

15. Drive the vehicle until the ATF is at normal operating temperature (70-100°C or 158-212°F).

16. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.

17. Move the shift lever through each gear, then to "Neutral". If necessary, add ATF to bring the level within the "HOT" range on the dipstick.

18. Check the oil pan for leaks.