2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual

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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS2
J050A01CM-AATBRAKE
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Ventilated disc
Disc type
Cable operated on rear wheel Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
183.1 (4650)
184.1 (4675)
74.4 (1890)
67.9 (1725)
70.7 (1795)
106.3 (2700)
63.6 (1615)
63.8 (1620)
J010A01CM-AATDIMENSIONSOverall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheel base
Wheel tread
in. (mm)
Standard
Option
Standard
with Roof Rack
Front
Rear
J060A01CM-AATFUEL SYSTEM
Engine
2.7L / 3.3LFuel tank capacity
19.8 us.gal (16.5 imp.gal, 75 liter)
J030A01CM-AATTIRE
Full
Temporary
Size Type
Inflation pressure kPa (psi)
235/70R16
235/60R18
T165/90R17NORMAL
LOADMAXIMUM
LOAD
220(32)
420(60) 210(30)
420(60)

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ENGINE
2.7 L
6-Cyl., V-type DOHC
3.41 x 2.95 (86.7 x 75)
162.0 (2656)
2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 1
Auto lash
Auto lash
680 ± 100
BTDC 7° ± 5° ITEMS
Engine Type
Bore x Stroke in. (mm)
Displacement cu.in. (cc)
Firing order
Valve clearance
(warm engine)
Idle speed (rpm)
Ignition timing (at idle)3.3 L
6-Cyl., V-type DOHC
3.62 x 3.29 (92 x 83.8)
203.9 (3342)
1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6
0.28
0.35
620 ± 100
BTDC 10° ± 5°
J070A03CM-AAT
Intake
ExhaustGASOLINE

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LUBRICATION CHARTJ080A07CM-AAT
Oil & Grease Standard
API SJ, SL or ABOVE, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVE SAE 10W-30 (ABOVE -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (ABOVE -13°C)
SAE 20W-50 (ABOVE -7°C)
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4)
HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP-III, DIAMOND ATF SP-III,
SK ATF SP-III or other brands approved by Hyundai Motor Co.,
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 70W/90 (SHELL SPIRAX 'X' Equivalent)
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 70W/90 (SHELL SPIRAX 'X' Equivalent)
Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator
PSF-4 TYPE FLUID
DOT 3, DOT 4 or Equivalent
Quantity (US. QTS) (lmp.qts, liter)
Drain and refill (With oil filter)
Gasoline 2.7L : 4.75 (3.95, 4.5)
Gasoline 3.3L : 5.49 (4.57, 5.2)
Gasoline 2.7L : 2.0 (1.67, 1.75)
Gasoline 2.7L : 8.98 (7.47, 8.5)
Gasoline 3.3L : 11.51 (9.59, 10.9)
0.84 (0.7, 0.8)
0.95 (0.79, 0.9)
7.39 (6.15, 7)
1.05 (0.87, 1)
As required Item
Engine Oil
Recommends
TransaxleManual
Automatic
Transfer case
Rear Axle
Coolant
Power steering gear
Brakes and clutch fluid

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INDEX

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INDEX
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A
AC Inverter........................................................................................1-87
Air bag ...............................................................................................1-44
Air Cleaner Filter ...............................................................................6-16
Air Conditioning
Care..............................................................................................6-15
Operation.......................................................................... 1-132, 6-15
Switch........................................................................................1-132
Antenna..........................................................................................1-142
Ashtray..............................................................................................1-85
Audio System
Identifying your audio system ...................................................1-147
Controlling how your audio system sounds.............................1-148
Using general controls..............................................................1-151
Using FM/AM tuner controls .....................................................1-156
Using CD Player controls.........................................................1-159
Playing CDS, MP3 and WMA discs..........................................1-162
Using XM controls .....................................................................1-168
Using external controls.............................................................1-175
Using Rear Seat Entertainment(RSE) system controls..........1-172
Rear Seat Entertainment(RSE) system ...................................1-178
RSE control panel operation.....................................................1-185
Using the satellite radio .............................................................1-193
Using the remote controller ......................................................1-196
AWD Lock System ............................................................................2-20
B
Battery...............................................................................................6-20
Binding Arbitration.............................................................................8-18Brake
Anti-lock brake system ................................................................2-15
Electronic stability control (ESC) system...................................2-15
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-14
Fluid ..............................................................................................6-14
Practices......................................................................................2-21
Breaking-In your New Hyundai .......................................................... 1-3
Bulb Replacement.............................................................................6-24
C
California Perchlorate Notice ............................................................5-10
Care of Disc ...................................................................................1-146
Catalytic Converter............................................................................. 7-3
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock ......................................................... 1-9
Child Restraint System.....................................................................1-33
Installing a Child Restraint Seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" System .....................................................1-35
Securing the Child Restraint Seat with the "LATCH" System ....1-37
Cigarette Lighter................................................................................1-85
Clock.................................................................................................1-84
Combination Light
Auto light.......................................................................................1-77
Headlight flasher..........................................................................1-77
Headlight switch...........................................................................1-76
High-beam switch........................................................................1-76
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-75
Parking light auto off .....................................................................1-76
Turn signal operation...................................................................1-75
Consumer Information......................................................................8-15
Conversation mirror..........................................................................1-95
Cooling Fans.....................................................................................6-22

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Corrosion protection
Cleaning the interior....................................................................... 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion....................................... 4-2
Washing and waxing...................................................................... 4-4
Cruise Control................................................................................1-120
D
Defrosting / Defogging ...................................................................1-133
Door
Central door lock............................................................................ 1-9
Door locks...................................................................................... 1-7
Front door edge warning light ...................................................1-119
Drink Holder ......................................................................................1-88
Driving
Driving for economy .....................................................................2-23
Smooth cornering.........................................................................2-24
Winter driving...............................................................................2-24
E
Emission Control System ................................................................... 7-2
Engine
Before starting the engine .............................................................. 2-4
Compartment................................................................................. 6-2
Coolant........................................................................................... 6-7
Coolant temperature gauge .........................................................1-70
If the engine overheats .................................................................. 3-4
Number........................................................................................... 8-2
Oil ................................................................................................... 6-5
Starting........................................................................................... 2-6
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous .................................................. 2-2F
Fan Speed Control.........................................................................1-126
Floor Mat Anchor ...........................................................................1-116
Fog Light
Front.............................................................................................1-83
Front Seats
Adjustable front seats ..................................................................1-16
Adjustable headrests...................................................................1-18
Adjusting seat forward and rearward ..........................................1-16
Adjusting seatback angle .............................................................1-17
Fuel
Capacity......................................................................................... 9-2
Gauge...........................................................................................1-70
Recommendations......................................................................... 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release.........................................................................1-113
Full-time AWD Operation..................................................................
2-17
Fuses ................................................................................................6-17
Fuse panel description......................................................................6-32
G
General Checks.................................................................................. 6-4
Glove Box..........................................................................................1-95
H
Hazard Warning System ..................................................................1-83
Heating and Cooling Control..........................................................1-125
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control...........................................................................1-127

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Air intake control switch ............................................................1-126
Bi-level heating..........................................................................1-128
Defrosting / Defogging ..............................................................1-133
Fan speed control (Blower control)..........................................1-126
Temperature control.................................................................1-130
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light ......................................................1-112
Hood Release.................................................................................1-115
Horn..............................................................................................1-119
I
Ignition Switch ...................................................................................... 2-5
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights...........................................1-62
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat).......................................1-84
Interior Light.......................................................................................1-93
J
Jump Starting...................................................................................... 3-3
K
Keys................................................................................................... 1-3
If you lose your keys ...................................................................3-21
Positions......................................................................................... 2-5
L
Light Bulbs Replacement ..................................................................6-24
Luggage Compartment ..................................................................1-109
Cargo security screen ..............................................................1-109
Luggage Net ..............................................................................1-110
Luggage under tray ...................................................................1-111M
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
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror With Compass .............1-100
Day-night inside rearview mirror .................................................1-99
Homelink mirror.........................................................................1-102
Outside rearview mirror ...............................................................1-97
Outside rearview mirror Heater ..................................................1-98
O
Odometer / Trip Odometer ...............................................................1-71
Occupant Classification System ......................................................1-52
P
Parking Brake.................................................................................
1-108
Power Outlet......................................................................................1-86
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................................6-23
R
Rear Seat
Adjusting seatback angle .............................................................1-22
Folding rear seatback ..................................................................1-23
Rear Window Defroster Switch ........................................................1-88
Reporting Safety Defects .................................................................8-17
Risk of Rollover................................................................................... 2-3
Roof Rack......................................................................................1-111

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S
Seat
Front.............................................................................................1-16
Rear..............................................................................................1-22
Seat warmer .................................................................................1-22
Seat Belts
3-point system.............................................................................1-31
Pretensioner seat belt ..................................................................1-41
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-30
Care of seat belts .........................................................................1-29
Precautions..................................................................................1-27
Shop Manual ......................................................................................8-14
Sound
Brake pad warning sound ............................................................1-69
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-71
Starting Procedure.............................................................................. 2-7
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ...............................................................1-118
Stereo Sound System ....................................................................1-144
Sunglass Holder ................................................................................1-95
Sunroof..............................................................................................1-89
Sun Visor........................................................................................1-116
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-71
Tail Gate.........................................................................................1-109
Theft-Alarm System..........................................................................1-11
Ticket Holder..................................................................................1-118
Tires
Aging .............................................................................................8-13
Balancing......................................................................................8-12Chains..........................................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire .......................................................................3-12
If you have a flat tire .....................................................................3-12
Information...................................................................................... 8-3
Maintenance.................................................................................8-13
Pressure......................................................................................... 8-3
Replacement................................................................................8-12
Rotation........................................................................................8-11
Sidewall Labeling............................................................................ 8-6
Snow tires.....................................................................................8-10
Spare tire......................................................................................3-10
Terminology and Definition ............................................................ 8-8
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................................... 3-5
Traction........................................................................................8-12
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle)......................................................................2-27
Emergency...................................................................................3-20
If your car must be towed ............................................................3-18
Trailer Connector..............................................................................2-31
Transaxle
Automatic......................................................................................2-10
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-12
Manual............................................................................................ 2-7
Manual transaxle oil checking.....................................................6-11
Trip Computer...................................................................................1-73
V
Vehicle Identification Number............................................................. 8-2
Vechcle Load Limit ............................................................................2-32