Recommended lubricants Hyundai Santa Fe 2018 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
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Automatic transaxle fluid
(if equipped)
Automatic transaxle fluid should not
be checked under normal usage
conditions.
But in severe conditions, the fluid
should be changed at an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer in accordance to
the scheduled maintenance at the
beginning of this chapter.
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NOTICE
Automatic transaxle fluid color is
basically red.
As the vehicle is driven, the auto-
matic transaxle fluid will begin to
look darker.
It is normal condition and you
should not judge the need to replace
the fluid based upon the changed
color.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately.
Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between "MIN" and "MAX" marks on
the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle mal-function and failure.
Use only specified automatictransaxle fluid. (Refer to"Recommended lubricants andcapacities" in section 8.)

Maintenance
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ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating tempera-
ture.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully. 5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level. The level should
be between F and L.
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to
bring the level to F.Do not overfill.
Use a funnel to help prevent oil
from being spilled on engine com-
ponents.
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer to "Recommended lubricantsand capacities" in section 8.)
WARNING - Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may
be hot enough to burn you.
CAUTION
Do not overfill with engine oil.
Engine damage may result.
Do not spill engine oil, when adding or changing engine oil.If you spill engine oil on theengine room, wipe it off imme-diately.
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Maintenance
BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake fluid, clean the
area around the reservoir cap thor-
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-
ination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-
mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.Use only the specified brake fluid.
(Refer to "Recommended lubricantsand capacities" in section 8.) Never mix different types of fluid.
ONCNMC2009
WARNING - Loss of
brake fluid
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of
fluid, the vehicle should be
inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
8-2
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Gross vehicle weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Luggage volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . 8-7
• Recommended SAE viscosity number. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Vehicle certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Refrigerant label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Consumer information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Reporting safety defects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econo -
my by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in
everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant VolumeClassification
Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends Gasoline
Engine Lambda 3.3
6.02 US qt. (5.7
l) API Service SM *3,
ILSAC GF-4 (or above), ACEA A5 (or above)
Automatic transaxle fluid Gasoline
Engine Lambda 3.3
8.24 US qt. (7.8
l)MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV,
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the above specification approved by HYUNDAI Motor Company
Coolant Gasoline
Engine Lambda 3.3
9.6 US qt. (9.1
l)Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid0.74 ~ 0.85 US qt. (0.7 ~ 0.8 l)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Rear differential oil (AWD) 0.56 US qt. (0.53 l)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent)
Transfer case oil (AWD) Lambda 3.3 0.72 US qt. (0.68
l)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent)
Fuel18.95 US gal. (71 l)Refer to “Fuel requirements” in section 1

Index
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Radial-ply tires .............................................................7-62
Rear parking assist system..........................................4-113
Rear View Camera ......................................................4-117
Rear window defroster ...............................................4-137
Rear window wiper and washer switch......................4-132
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures .................7-48
Recommended lubricants and capacities........................8-7
Reducing the risk of a rollover ...................................5-103
Refrigerant label ...........................................................8-10
Removable towing hook ...............................................6-26
Reporting safety defects ...............................................8-12
Road warning..................................................................6-2
Rocking the vehicle ....................................................5-104
Roof rack ....................................................................4-17\
6Scheduled maintenance service ......................................7-8
Seat belts .......................................................................3\
-30
Care of seat belts .......................................................3-42
Pre-tensioner seat belt ...............................................3-36
Seat belt precautions .................................................3-39
Seat belt restraint system ..........................................3-30
Seats ........................................................................\
........3-4 Driver position memory system ................................3-16
Front seat adjustment - Manual ..................................3-7
Front seat adjustment - power .....................................3-8
Rear seat adjustment .................................................3-18
Side air bag ...................................................................3-71
Side curtain .................................................................4-175
Side view mirrors .........................................................4-68
Smart High Beam .......................................................4-126
Smart key ......................................................................4-\
10
Smart Liftgate (Smart Tailgate) ....................................4-34
Smooth cornering .......................................................5-105
Snow tires .....................................................................7-6\
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Special driving conditions ..........................................5-103
Steering wheel ..............................................................4-56 Electric power steering (EPS) ...................................4-56
Heated steering wheel ...............................................4-58
Horn........................................................................\
...4-59
Tilt & telescopic steering ..........................................4-57
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