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  1. B

    Very Oil Change - Where can I find TSB?

    Many have written about the TSB for the navigation system on the 2012 Genesis sedan and the issues they have had with it. Where can I find this? I went to the government site and it did not show up. Is there really a map update for the 2012? Thanks!
  2. M

    Recommending the best synthetic oil

    I have a 2012, 4.6 Genesis. I am coming up to the 7,500 oil change. I had my first oil change at 1,700 miles. The Genesis service manual, page 8-4, recommended Quaker State oil. I would like some help figuring out what Synthetic oil is recommended by this Forum. I see Mobil 1 has several...
  3. G

    First Oil Change

    I now have 2400 miles on my new Genny, and I was wondering what the consensus here is at what mileage do you get the first oil change ?
  4. T

    Great Oil Change/Tire Rotation Deal

    I took my Genesis in to Hilton Head Hyundai Saturday for it's 22,550 mile service, which is basically an oil change and tire rotation. The previous day the dealership had sent me a coupon via e-mail for the above listed service for $18.95. To me that is an unheard of price but I took the coupon...
  5. G

    Engine oil change at non-dealers?

    anyone take your genesis to indys or mass-chain stores for oil changes? :confused:
  6. G

    Oil Change

    Hi all. I am new to this site as I have just become the owner of a 2012 Genesis 3.8, which replaced a 2006 Jaguar x-type. I rarely took my Jag (or any of my cars for that matter) to the dealer for routine service (i.e oil changes, tire rotation, brakes etc) except for warranty repairs and a...
  7. QuantumRift

    Don't let your oil end up like this...

    http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=269465 :eek: I've had the 2012 3.8 Genny now for a year, and I'm getting weaned off the free dealer oil changes soon. SO I will want to do my own oil changes and save money, but I don't want to do unnecessary changes. So I'm considering doing oil...
  8. R

    Oil Filters?

    No spin on oil filter for this 3.8 R Spec?
  9. H

    Genssis 2012, 3.8 V6 Sedan Oil Change

    The 2012 Genesis 3.8 V6 oil filter is located under the engine. The photos of the lower engine cover is taken from Philth' post, and are very good. The Oil Filter I used is a Wix 57250, it is exactly the same as the Hyundai Filter. The filter is made in South Korea. It package includes a...
  10. R

    Synth Oil Discount

    For DIY's out there... Advance Auto has a great discount on Quaker State Synth oil for 3.99 per qt. if ur not stuck to a brand and would like better quality than conventional oil for the same price or better, do it. Note that you have to buy it online and pick up at local store or have it...
  11. P

    2012 3.8L Oil Filter Question

    Just to be sure, I changed the oil the other day for the first time owning this car. The filter came with two small o-rings, and one big one. Obviously the big one goes around the filter cap. But the other two didn't seem to have a place. I know the 2011's and below use a little tube that is...
  12. W

    OEM oil filters

    Anyone know where I can purchase oil filters for the 2012 3.6, wholesale ?
  13. N

    Engine oil leak...again

    So a few months back I reported on this forum that my engine had an oil leak. Oil was seeping out the top, left, rear portion of the engine. One of the sound blocking gray foam pads absorbed most of it. After taking the car in it turned out to be a head gasket. The dealership replaced it...
  14. staz

    Shell Oil private party fail.

    This was a private send-off for Shell's arctic rigs (Kulluk and Noble discoverer) at the Seattle Space Needle. The rigs were visible outside the window. Incredibly, there was an obvious malfunction of the model rig that was supposed to pour drinks for guests. The alcohol dispensing rig...
  15. P

    Anyone running Synthetic oil?

    Did a search but couldn't find any info . I run synthetic in my Cummins diesel truck and would like to run in the Genny. Surprised reading through the manual no mention is made of synthetic oils. Quite surprised . Would like some input. C Also aftermarket oil filters or stay with the dealer OEM...
  16. A

    Looking for OIl Filter for 2013 Genesis Coupe

    Just picked up a new 2013 Genesis Coupe 2.0T Automatic and am looking for Hyundai Oil Filter part number. Hyundai Service manager suggested I stick with Hyundai filter instead of Amsoil filter because of the Hyundai built in filter check valve. (Anti-drain back valve) So anyone know the oil...
  17. N

    Oil change

    I have the 2012 genesis with a 3.8. The manual says to change the oil and filter every 7500 miles. I plan to keep this car for many years and want to get a couple hundred thousand miles out of the engine. So I'm planning on taking it into a quick oil change garage every 3,500 miles...
  18. Crusty Old Shellback

    synthetic oil filter? Is there a difference?

    OK, here's a new one on me. I went to get an oil filter for my car just now and I got asked if I was running synthetic or dino oil in the car. I asked why. I was told that there is a different filter for synthetic and dino oil. So of course I asked what the difference was but the gal behind the...
  19. R

    First Oil Change?

    Took delivery of a new 2012 Genesis Sedan 3.8 ten days ago. Already have over 1,600 miles on it. Any suggestions on when to do the first oil change? I know the manual says 3,750 under severe conditions, but I'm looking to get at least ten years of service from the car. Thanks. R. Hagler Daphne...
  20. G

    6 months, 2600 miles, when to change oil?

    I've had the Genesis for alomost 6 months. Ironically I have not been driving much since I moved to LA. The car has only 2600 miles on it. I changed the oil at 100 miles and 600 miles. I'm using synthetic. Since it may take me another 6 months to get to 4500 miles and another year to get to...
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