Recommended Sae Viscosity Number; Temperature Range For Sae Viscosity Numbers - Hyundai Accent 2013 Owner's Manual

Specifications & Consumer information
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.
8 6
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

-30
°C
Temperature
-10
(°F)
Gasoline
Engine Oil * 1
Diesel
Engine Oil
* 1 : For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
20* 2 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select
the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
* 2 : In Middle East, do not use the engine oil of viscosity grade SAE 5W-20.
Using oils of any viscosity other than
those recommended could result in
engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change.
Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
-20 -10 0 10
0 20 40 60
15W-40
10W-30
5W-20* 2 , 5W-30
15W-40
10W-30
5W-30
0W-30
20 30 40 50
80 100 120
20W-50