Service Intervals & Specifications: Notes

1994 Hyundai Sonata Base, 3.0 TSECTION Notes
REPLACEMENT INTERVALS

Component Interval (Miles)
Air Filter 30,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid 30,000
Brake Fluid 30,000
Coolant 30,000
Fuel Filter 52,500
Oil & Filter 7500
Spark Plugs Every 70,000 on 3.0L 30,000
Timing Belt Every 70,000 on 3.0L 60,000
DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

Engine Application (1) Deflection New Belt - In. (mm) (1) Deflection Used Belt - In. (mm)
2.0L
Alternator .30-.35 (7.5-9.0) .39 (10.0)
A/C .20-.22 (5.0-5.5) .24-.28 (6.0-7.0)
P/S .24-.35 (6.0-9.0) (2)
3.0L
Alternator & P/S .16-.20 (4.0-5.0) .28 (7.0)
A/C .18-.22 (4.5-5.5) (2)
(1) Deflection with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on belt run.
(2) Information is not available from manufacturer.
RENDER: 1.0x

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