2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK)

GK / Coupe / North America / Asia / select global markets

G4GFG6BARegistro exacto de año/versiónGold

Engine identity

Engine code

G4GF, G6BA

Engine summary

The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon offered two main engines depending on market: a 2.0L 4-cylinder (G4GF) and a 2.7L V6 (G6BA). The 2.0L inline-4 was common in Asia and some export markets, while North America received primarily the 2.7L V6.

Displacement

1998 cc (G4GF), 2656 cc (G6BA)

Power

140-143 hp (G4GF), 172 hp (G6BA) depending on market

Torque

136 lb-ft (G4GF), 181 lb-ft (G6BA)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing chain

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20, API SL or higher

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 4.5 L including filter for 2.7L V6; service-fill including oil filter change

Refrigerante

Approximately 7 liters

Fluido

Dexron III/Mercon automatic fluid for AT, standard gear oil for manual

Differential fluid

Not typically separately serviceable on FWD models

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (some markets 6-speed manual on 2.0L variant)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (2.7L V6 primarily)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped, gap approx. 0.9 mm

Service interval

Oil and filter every 7,500 miles / 12,000 km; spark plugs every 30,000 miles

Medidas de neumáticos

215/45R17, 215/50R16 depending on trim/market

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Timing chain noise on higher mileage
Crankshaft position sensor failures
Automatic transmission rough shifting in some V6 models

First checks

Compression test for engine health
Check timing chain tension
Inspect automatic transmission fluid condition

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Market-dependent engine availability; North America mainly 2.7L V6, Asia also 2.0L I4.
Technical data reflects typical 2008 model specifications, variations exist by market and trim.

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

Technical specifications compiled from Hyundai USA and Asia regional service manuals.
Engine codes and capacities verified via global automotive repair databases and enthusiast documentation.

Herramientas compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) use? 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) is listed here with engine code G4GF, G6BA; engine summary: The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon offered two main engines depending on market: a 2.0L 4-cylinder (G4GF) and a 2.7L V6 (G6BA). The 2.0L inline-4 was common in Asia and some export markets, while North America received primarily the 2.7L V6..
What oil and capacity does the 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) use? 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) is listed with SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20, API SL or higher and oil capacity Approximately 4.5 L including filter for 2.7L V6; service-fill including oil filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) problems? Highlighted checks for 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK): Timing chain noise on higher mileage, Crankshaft position sensor failures, Automatic transmission rough shifting in some V6 models.

Engine identity

Engine code

G4GF, G6BA

Engine summary

Displacement

1998 cc (G4GF), 2656 cc (G6BA)

Power

140-143 hp (G4GF), 172 hp (G6BA) depending on market

Torque

136 lb-ft (G4GF), 181 lb-ft (G6BA)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing chain

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20, API SL or higher

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 4.5 L including filter for 2.7L V6; service-fill including oil filter change

Refrigerante

Approximately 7 liters

Fluido

Dexron III/Mercon automatic fluid for AT, standard gear oil for manual

Differential fluid

Not typically separately serviceable on FWD models

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (some markets 6-speed manual on 2.0L variant)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (2.7L V6 primarily)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped, gap approx. 0.9 mm

Service interval

Oil and filter every 7,500 miles / 12,000 km; spark plugs every 30,000 miles

Medidas de neumáticos

215/45R17, 215/50R16 depending on trim/market

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) use? 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) is listed here with engine code G4GF, G6BA; engine summary: The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon offered two main engines depending on market: a 2.0L 4-cylinder (G4GF) and a 2.7L V6 (G6BA). The 2.0L inline-4 was common in Asia and some export markets, while North America received primarily the 2.7L V6..

What oil and capacity does the 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) use? 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) is listed with SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20, API SL or higher and oil capacity Approximately 4.5 L including filter for 2.7L V6; service-fill including oil filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK) problems? Highlighted checks for 2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK): Timing chain noise on higher mileage, Crankshaft position sensor failures, Automatic transmission rough shifting in some V6 models.

2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2008 HYUNDAI Tiburon G4GF/G6BA (GK)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes