2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra with the MPI 2.0L engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Hyundai 2.0L 4-cylinder — Elantra 2017–2020
2017–2020 Elantra
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✅ 6th gen Elantra — same straightforward procedure as the earlier generation. Easy spin-on filter, good access.
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Oil Type
5W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Hyundai #26300-35504 | Fram PH6607
Engine Code
MPI 2.0L
Tools You'll Need
- 14mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Hyundai #21513-23001)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 14mm | Torque: 25 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Hyundai #21513-23001 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine, driver side |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Settings → Vehicle → Service Interval → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.2 quarts this is a compact drain — Oil Pal handles it easily.
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