Maintenance

Checking the Engine Oil Level (Diesel)

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Hyundai i30. (Diesel engine)
Hyundai i30. (Diesel engine)

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

2. Start the engine and let it reach normal operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine and wait several minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan.

4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.

5. Pull out the dipstick again and check the level.

6. The level should be within the C range. If the level is in the D range, add enough engine oil to bring the level up to the C range.

WARNING

Radiator Hose

Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or adding engine oil, as it may be hot enough to burn you.

NOTICE

  • Do not spill engine oil when adding or replacing engine oil. If you drip engine oil onto the engine compartment, wipe it off immediately.
  • When wiping the oil level dipstick, use a clean cloth. Dirt mixed in may cause engine damage.
Hyundai i30. (Diesel engine)

■ 1.6 T-GDI

Hyundai i30. (Diesel engine)

■ Smartstream D1.6

If the level is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level up to F. Do not overfill.

Use only the specified engine oil.

Test yourself

A quick Hyundai i30 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.