Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.50 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.95 LBS. | 0.43 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.71 QTS. | 7.29 L | MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA AFT SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Hyundai Motor Co., | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 4.70 QTS. | 4.44 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 3.49 QTS. | 3.3 L | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above SAE 5W-20 | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 11.40 GALS. | 43.15 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | API - GL-4 Manual Transmission Fluid, SAE 75W-85 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Use a good quality windshield washer fluid, diluted with water as necessary. | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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