spark plugs replace Hyundai Santa Fe 2013 Owner's Manual

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Driving your vehicle
Change to "winter weight" oil
if necessary
In some climates it is recommended
that a lower viscosity "winter weight"
oil be used during cold weather. See
section 8 for recommendations. If
you aren't sure what weight oil you
should use, we recommend that you
consult an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Check spark plugs and igni-
tion system
Inspect your spark plugs as
described in section 7 and replace
them if necessary. Also check all
ignition wiring and components to be
sure they are not cracked, worn or
damaged in any way.
To keep locks from freezing
To keep the locks from freezing,
squirt an approved de-icer fluid or
glycerine into the key opening. If a
lock is covered with ice, squirt it with
an approved de-icing fluid to remove
the ice. If the lock is frozen internally,
you may be able to thaw it out by
using a heated key. Handle the heat-
ed key with care to avoid injury.
Use approved window washer
anti-freeze in system
To keep the water in the window
washer system from freezing, add an
approved window washer anti-freeze
solution in accordance with instruc-
tions on the container. Window wash-
er anti-freeze is available from an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer and
most auto parts outlets. Do not use
engine coolant or other types of anti-
freeze as these may damage the
paint finish.
Don't let your parking brake
freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged
position. This is most likely to hap-
pen when there is an accumulation
of snow or ice around or near the
rear brakes or if the brakes are wet.
If there is a risk the parking brake
may freeze, apply it only temporarily
while you put the shift lever in P
(automatic transaxle) or in first or
reverse gear (manual transaxle) and
block the rear wheels so the vehicle
cannot roll. Then release the parking
brake.
Don't let ice and snow accu-
mulate underneath
Under some conditions, snow and
ice can build up under the fenders
and interfere with the steering. When
driving in severe winter conditions
where this may happen, you should
periodically check underneath the
vehicle to be sure the movement of
the front wheels and the steering
components is not obstructed.

Maintenance
30 7
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - EXCEPT EUROPE, FOR RUSSIA (CONT.)
120,000 km (80,000 miles) or 96months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter
(for Except China, India, Middle East)
❑ Inspect air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)
❑ Inspect battery condition
❑ Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect all electrical system
❑ Inspect brake/clutch(if equipped) fluid
❑ Inspect disc brakes and pads
❑ Inspect drive belt (Gasoline) *
1
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑ Inspect exhaust system
❑ Inspect front suspension ball joints
❑ Inspect fuel lines, hoses and connections
(Gasoline, Diesel)
❑ Inspect parking brake (Foot/Hand type)
❑ Inspect power steering fluid and hoses (if equipped)
❑ Inspect steering gear rack, linkage and boots
❑ Inspect tire (pressure & tread wear)
❑ Inspect transfer case oil (4WD) *
11
❑ Inspect rear differential oil (4WD) *11
❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) *11
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑ Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap
❑ Inspect propeller shaft (if equipped)
❑ Inspect vacuum hose (for EGR & throttle body) (Gasoline)
❑ Replace air cleaner filter (for China, India, Middle East)
❑ Replace climate control air filter
❑ Replace engine oil and filter (Gasoline - MPI)
- Except Middle East *
2
❑ Replace engine oil and filter (Gasoline - MPI)
- For Middle East *2
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months*3)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter (Gasoline - GDI) *2
- For China
(Every 5,000 km (3,100 miles) or 6months)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter (Diesel) - For Russia *
2*3
❑ Replace engine oil and filter (Diesel) - Except Russia *2*3
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months)
❑ Replace fuel filter (Gasoline) *7
❑ Replace fuel filter cartridge (Diesel) *4
❑ Replace fuel tank air filter (Gasoline, if equipped)
❑ Replace spark plugs (Gasoline 2.4/3.3L - Iridium) *5
(Every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) or 120months)
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733
Maintenance
Severe driving conditions
A : Repeated short distance driving
B : Extensive idling
C : Driving in dusty, rough roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive
materials or in very cold weather
E : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 32°C (90°F)G : Driving in mountainous areas.
H : Towing a trailer or using a camper on roof rack
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle tow-
ing
J : Driving in very cold weather
K : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
L : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brake (Foot/Hand type)IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E, G
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionB, H
Rear differential oil (4WD) REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, G, H, I, K
Transfer case oil (4WD)REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, G, H, I, K
Propeller shaft (if equipped)IEvery 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or
12 monthsC, E

735
Maintenance
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-
rectly replaced.
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses (if equipped)
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio-
ration. Particular attention should be
paid to examine those hose surfaces
nearest to high heat sources, such
as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in con-
tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving component which
might cause heat damage or
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are
secure, and that no leaks are pres-
ent. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filter
We recommend that the air cleaner
filter be replaced by an authoized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Spark plugs
(for gasoline engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
Valve clearance
(for gasoline engine)
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if neces-
sary. We recommend that the system
be serviced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING
Do not disconnect and inspect
spark plugs when the engine is
hot. You may burn yourself.