Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Owner's Manual

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INDEX
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A
Advanced Supplemental Restraint(AIRBAG) System(SRS) ...........1-34
Air Cleaner Filter ...............................................................................6-11
Air Conditioning
Care..............................................................................................6-16
Filter.................................................................................. 1-108, 6-17
Operation............................................................................ 1-99, 6-16
Switch...........................................................................................1-98
Antenna..........................................................................................1-138
Ashtray..............................................................................................1-67
Audio System
Cassete tape player operation (D-285)...................................1-121
Compact disc player operation (H260)....................................1-114
Compact disc player operation (D-285)...................................1-125
Compact disc player operation (D-295)...................................1-131
Stereo radio operation (H260) ..................................................1-111
Stereo radio operation (D-285) ................................................1-118
Stereo radio operation (D-295) ................................................1-128
Azimuth Compass.............................................................................1-63
B
Battery..................................................................................... 2-22, 6-22
Binding Arbitration.............................................................................8-15
Brake
Anti-lock brake system(ABS)......................................................2-12
Brake traction control system (BTCS)........................................2-13
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-15
Fluid ..............................................................................................6-15
Pedal clearance...........................................................................6-29Pedal free-play.............................................................................6-19
Practices......................................................................................2-19
Breaking-In your New Hyundai .......................................................... 1-3
C
Care of Cassette Tapes ................................................................1-135
Care of Discs .................................................................................1-135
Cargo Security Screen .....................................................................1-81
Catalytic Converter............................................................................. 7-3
Center Console Box ..........................................................................1-73
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ......................................................... 1-7
Child Restraint System.....................................................................1-26
Installing a child restraint seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" system .....................................................1-28
Securing the child restraint seat with the "ISOFIX" system .......1-29
Cigarette Lighter................................................................................1-66
Clock.................................................................................................1-63
Combination Light
Auto light.......................................................................................1-59
Headlight flasher..........................................................................1-59
Headlight switch...........................................................................1-58
High-beam switch........................................................................1-58
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-58
Parking light auto off .....................................................................1-58
Turn signal operation...................................................................1-57
Consumer Information......................................................................8-12
Cooling Fans.....................................................................................6-23

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Corrosion protection
Cleaning the interior....................................................................... 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion....................................... 4-2
Washing and waxing...................................................................... 4-3
Cruise Control...................................................................................1-89
D
Defrosting / Defogging ...................................................................1-101
Door
Central door locks.......................................................................... 1-7
Door locks...................................................................................... 1-4
Front door edge warning light ......................................................1-88
Locking, unlocking front door with a key ...................................... 1-5
Drink Holder ......................................................................................1-67
Drive Belts.........................................................................................6-19
Driving
Driving for economy .....................................................................2-20
Smooth cornering.........................................................................2-21
Winter driving...............................................................................2-21
E
Emission Control System ................................................................... 7-2
Engine
Before starting the engine .............................................................. 2-3
Compartment (2.7 V6)................................................................... 6-2
Compartment (3.5 V6)................................................................... 6-3
Coolant........................................................................................... 6-8
Coolant temperature gauge .........................................................1-52If the engine overheats .................................................................. 3-4
Number........................................................................................... 8-2
Oil ................................................................................................... 6-5
Starting........................................................................................... 2-5
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous .................................................. 2-2
F
Fan Speed Control............................................................................1-93
Floor Mat Anchor ..............................................................................1-86
Fog Light
Front.............................................................................................1-62
Front Seats
Adjustable front seats ..................................................................1-12
Adjustable headrests...................................................................1-13
Adjusting seat forward and rearward ..........................................1-12
Adjusting seatback angle .............................................................1-12
Fuel
Auto fuel cut switch ......................................................................1-84
Capacity......................................................................................... 9-2
Gauge...........................................................................................
1-52
Recommendations......................................................................... 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release............................................................................1-84
Full Traction Control System (FTCS)..............................................2-14
Full-time 4WD Operation..................................................................2-16
Fuses ................................................................................................6-20

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G
General Checks.................................................................................. 6-4
Glove Box..........................................................................................1-72
H
Hazard Warning System ..................................................................1-62
Heating and Cooling Control .............................................................1-92
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control..............................................................................1-94
Air intake control switch ...............................................................1-93
Bi-level heating.............................................................................1-98
Defrosting / Defogging ..............................................................1-101
Fan speed control (Blower control) .............................................1-93
Temperature control....................................................................1-97
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light .........................................................1-83
Homelink Mirror.................................................................................1-76
Hood Release....................................................................................1-85
Horn.................................................................................................1-88
I
Ignition Switch ...................................................................................... 2-4
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights...........................................1-46
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat).......................................1-65
Interior Light.......................................................................................1-71
J
Jump Starting...................................................................................... 3-3K
Keys................................................................................................... 1-3
If you lose your keys ...................................................................3-15
Positions......................................................................................... 2-4
L
Light Bulbs Replacement..................................................................6-26
Limited-Slip Differential......................................................................2-19
Luggage Compartment Light ............................................................1-81
Luggage Net ......................................................................................1-82
M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ............................... 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions............................... 5-6
Scheduled maintenance................................................................ 5-4
Service requirements.................................................................... 5-2
Mirrors
Day-night inside rearview mirror .................................................1-76
Outside rearview mirror ...............................................................1-73
O
Odometer / Trip Odometer ...............................................................1-53
P
Parking Brake....................................................................................1-80
Power Driver's Seat ..........................................................................1-14
Power Outlet......................................................................................1-66
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................................6-23

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R
Rear Seat
Adjusting seatback angle .............................................................1-17
Folding rear seatback and seat cushion ....................................1-17
Rear Window Defroster Switch ........................................................1-62
Reporting Safety Defects .................................................................8-15
Risk of Rollover................................................................................... 2-3
Roof Rack.........................................................................................1-83
S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-12
Rear..............................................................................................1-17
Seat warmer .................................................................................1-16
Seat Belts
3-point system.............................................................................1-22
Pretensioner seat belt ..................................................................1-32
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-24
Care of seat belts .........................................................................1-21
Precautions..................................................................................1-19
Shop Manual ........................................................................................ 8-5
Sound
Brake pad warning sound ............................................................1-51
Parking start warning sound ........................................................1-51
Spark Plugs .......................................................................................6-10
Spectacle Case.................................................................................1-72
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-53
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-6
Steering Wheel Free play .................................................................6-18Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ..................................................................1-87
Stereo Sound System ....................................................................1-108
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-69
Sun Visor...........................................................................................1-86
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-53
Tail Gate............................................................................................1-80
Tail gate window...........................................................................1-81
Theft-Alarm System............................................................................ 1-8
Tires
Balancing........................................................................................ 8-9
Chains............................................................................................ 8-9
Changing a flat tire ......................................................................... 3-6
If you have a flat tire ....................................................................... 3-6
Information...................................................................................... 8-2
Maintenance.................................................................................8-11
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-10
Rotation.......................................................................................... 8-9
Snow tires....................................................................................... 8-8
Spare tire........................................................................................ 3-5
Terminology and definitions........................................................... 8-6
Traction........................................................................................8-10
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle)......................................................................2-24
Emergency...................................................................................3-14
If your vehicle must be towed ......................................................3-12
Traction Control System ...................................................................2-13

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Transaxle
Automatic.............................................................................. 2-6, 2-19
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-13
Trip Computer...................................................................................1-55
V
Vehicle Identification Number............................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Load Limit .............................................................................2-37
Vehicle Specifications
Engine ............................................................................................. 9-3
Lubrication chart............................................................................ 9-4
Measurement................................................................................. 9-2
W
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................................1-48
Windows
Power...........................................................................................1-11
Windshield Wiper and Washer ..........................................................1-60
Rear window wiper and washer..................................................1-61
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................................................................6-11

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Seoul KoreaPrinting: JAN. 27, 2005
Publication No.: A26O-EU51C
Printed in Korea
SERVICE STATION INFORMATION
FUEL:UNLEADED gasoline only
Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.FUEL TANK CAPACITYUS.gal (Imp.gal., liter) 19 (15.8, 72)TIRE PRESSURE:See the label on the driver's side of the center pillar outer panel.OTHER TIRE INFORMATION:See pages 8-2 through 8-14.HOOD RELEASE:Pull handle under left side of dash.ENGINE OIL:API grade SJ, SL or ABOVE / ILSAC grade GF-3 or ABOVE and fuel
efficient oil. Use SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30 if normal temperatures
are above 0°F (-18°C). See page 6-5 or 9-4.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE:Apply the parking brake, with the engine running, shift the selector lever
through all ranges and return to “N” (Neutral) position. Then check the
level of fluid on the dipstick. Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III,
DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands approved by
Hyundai Motor Co.,QUICK INDEXo Car will not start ....................................................................... 3-2
o Flat tire ..................................................................................... 3-6
o Warning light/chime comes on ................................... 1-48 ~ 1-51
o Engine overheats ...................................................................... 3-4
o Towing of your vehicle ........................................................... 3-12
o Starting the engine ................................................................... 2-5
o Driving tips for first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) .......................... 1-3
o Scheduled maintenance ............................................................ 5-4
o Reporting safety defects ......................................................... 8-15