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 Elantra GLS, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

Remove the battery and the battery tray.
(Refer to "CHARGING SYSTEM ")
Remove the under cover (A).
Tightening torque:

6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft))

Fig 1: Identifying Under Cover
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Replace new gasket and the plug after draining the automatic transaxle fluid by removing the drain plug. (Refer to "HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (FLUID) ")
Remove the air breather hose (A).
Remove the valve body cover (B).
Tightening torque:

13.7 ~ 15.7 N.m (1.4 ~ 1.6 kgf.m, 10.8 ~ 11.6 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Identifying Air Breather Hose
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Disconnect the oil temperature sensor connector (A).

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Temperature Sensor Connector
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Remove the oil temperature sensor (A) after removing a bolt.
Tightening torque:

9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Identifying Oil Temperature Sensor
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.

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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.