GROUP
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
DATE

NUMBER
19-AT-011H
MODEL

Technical Service Bulletin
MAY 2019

GENESIS SEDAN (BH/DH)
GENESIS COUPE (BK)
EQUUS (VI)

8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL

SUBJECT:

Description: The procedure describes the procedure to check the ATF level for 8-speed
Rear-Wheel-Drive vehicles
2012~16 Genesis Sedan (BH, DH
Applicable Vehicles: 2012~16 Equus (VI)
2013~16 Genesis Coupe (BK)
PARTS INFORMATION:
Part Name

Description

Part Number

Hyundai SPH-IV-RR

8-speed ATF

00232-19052

NOTICE
Use only ATF meeting the SPH-IV-RR specification approved by Hyundai.
Do not use SP-III, SPH-IV or other ATF which may result in degradation of
shift quality.
WARRANTY INFORMATION: Normal warranty applies
ATF LEVEL INSPECTION:
1.

Remove the plastic shield under the transmission.

2.

If the ATF has been completely drained, go to Step 3.
To check the ATF level, go to Step 5.

Circulate To: Service Manager, Warranty Manager, Service Advisors, Technicians, Fleet Repair

8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL

SUBJECT:

3.

Turn the engine off, shift to Neutral and lift the
vehicle on a hoist.
Use an 8mm or 5/16” hex wrench and remove
the fill plug and washer.

4.

Remove the level check plug.

Drain plug

Use a fluid pump or suction gun to add
SP-IV-RR ATF through the fill plug until ATF
flows from the level check plug.
Reinstall the level check plug and fill plug.

.

NOTICE
Use only SP-IV-RR ATF, P/N
00232-19052.
Level check plug

5.

Attach a GDS and select vehicle, Data Analysis, A/T menu and Oil Temperature Sensor.
Move the shift lever from P-R-D and back to P. Drive the vehicle until the ATF is at the low end
of the range of 122~140°F (50~60°C).

TSB #: 19-AT-011H

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE TCM UPDATE
6.

Start the engine, shift to Neutral and raise the
vehicle on a hoist.

Drain plug

Remove the fill plug and level check plug.
Add SP-IV-RR ATF through the fill plug until
ATF flows out the level check plug in a steady
stream.
Reinstall the level check plug.
Torque: 16~18 lb-ft (2.3~2.5 kgf.m, 22~24 N.m)

Reinstall the fill plug and washer.
Torque: 25~33 lb.ft (3.5~4.5 kgf.m, 34~44 N.m)

Level check plug
ATF TEMPERATURE = 122~140°F (50~60°C)
SHIFT LEVER IN “N” AND ENGINE RUNNING

Maintenance Schedule:
Driving Condition
Normal service
Severe service

ATF Maintenance
No inspection or replacement
Replace ATF every 60,000 miles

Severe service is defined as:
 Frequent driving on mountain roads
 Repeated short distance driving of 5~10 miles
 Frequent driving in heavy traffic or stop-and-go conditions with extensive idling for long
distances
 Trailer towing or commercial operation such as a taxi

TSB #: 19-AT-011H

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