2008 Hyundai Elantra Oil Type

The 2008 Hyundai Elantra has an oil capacity of 4.2 quarts with filter and 3.8 quarts without filter.

Recommended Oil Type

The recommended oil type for the 2008 Hyundai Elantra is 5W-20.

Oil Change Intervals

The recommended oil change interval for the 2008 Hyundai Elantra is every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first.

Checking the Oil Level

To check the oil level in your 2008 Hyundai Elantra, follow these steps:

1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Pop the hood.
3. Locate the oil dipstick. It is usually located near the front of the engine and has a yellow or orange handle.
4. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag.
5. Reinsert the dipstick into the engine.
6. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level. The oil level should be between the “Full” and “Add” marks on the dipstick.

Adding Oil

If the oil level in your 2008 Hyundai Elantra is low, you will need to add oil. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Purchase the correct type of oil for your vehicle.
2. Locate the oil fill cap. It is usually located on the top of the engine and has a black or blue cap.
3. Remove the oil fill cap.
4. Add oil to the engine until the oil level is between the “Full” and “Add” marks on the dipstick.
5. Replace the oil fill cap.

Changing the Oil Filter

The oil filter in your 2008 Hyundai Elantra should be changed every time you change the oil. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Crawl under the vehicle and locate the oil filter. It is usually located near the bottom of the engine.
3. Place an oil pan beneath the oil filter.
4. Use an oil filter wrench to loosen the oil filter.
5. Remove the old oil filter and discard it.
6. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.
7. Screw the new oil filter onto the engine until it is snug.
8. Lower the vehicle and check for leaks.

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