2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON drive axle

711
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
75,000 miles (120,000 km) or 60 months
❑Inspect air cleaner filter
❑Inspect vacuum hose
❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant
❑Inspect brake hoses and lines
❑Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑Inspect electronic throttle control
❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler
❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers
❑Inspect propeller shaft (AWD)
❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads
❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint
❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts
❑Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑Inspect rear axle oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Inspect transfer case oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Inspect drive belts (First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)* 4
❑
Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
❑Replace engine oil and filter (75,000 miles (120,000 km) or 120 months)
82,500 miles (132,000 km) or 66 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter
❑Inspect vacuum hose
❑Replace engine oil and filter (82,500 miles (132,000 km) or 132 months)
*2
: Transfer case oil and rear axle oil should be changed anytime they have been
submerged in water.
* 4
: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced
excessively.

713
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months
❑Inspect air cleaner filter
❑Inspect vacuum hose
❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant
❑Inspect brake hoses and lines
❑Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑Inspect electronic throttle control
❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler
❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers
❑Inspect propeller shaft (AWD)
❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads
❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint
❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts
❑Inspect drive belts (First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months) * 4
❑
Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
❑Replace spark plugs (iridium coated)
❑Replace engine oil and filter (105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 168 months)
112,500 miles (180,000 km) or 90 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter
❑Inspect vacuum hose
❑Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑Inspect rear axle oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Inspect transfer case oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Replace engine oil and filter (112,500 miles (180,000 km) or 180 months)
*2
: Transfer case oil and rear axle oil should be changed anytime they have been
submerged in water.
* 4
: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced
excessively.

Maintenance
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150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 120 months
❑Inspect vacuum hose
❑Inspect air conditioning refrigerant
❑Inspect brake hoses and lines
❑Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑Inspect electronic throttle control
❑Inspect exhaust pipe and muffler
❑Inspect front brake disc/pads, calipers
❑Inspect propeller shaft (AWD)
❑Inspect rear brake disc/pads
❑Inspect steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint
❑ Inspect suspension mounting bolts
❑Inspect brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid
❑Inspect fuel filter * 1
❑
Inspect fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections
❑Inspect fuel tank air filter (if equipped) * 1
❑
Inspect parking brake
❑ Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap, fuel tank
❑Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑Inspect rear axle oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Inspect transfer case oil (AWD) * 2
❑
Inspect drive belts (First, 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months
after every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months)* 4
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑
Replace climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
❑Replace air cleaner filter
❑Replace engine oil and filter (150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 240 months)
❑Replace coolant (First, 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months
after every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months)
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
No check, No service required
❑
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)
*1
: Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but
periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends
on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow
restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuelfilter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer for details.
* 2
: Transfer case oil and rear axle oil should be changed anytime they have been
submerged in water.
* 4
: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced
excessively.
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717
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal tem-perature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart
below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE
OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING CONDITION
ENGINE OIL AND FILTERREVERY 3,750 MILES (6,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHSA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
AIR CLEANER FILTERRMORE FREQUENTLYC, E
SPARK PLUGSRMORE FREQUENTLYB, H
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUIDREVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) A, C, E, F, G, I
MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUIDREVERY 75,000 MILES (120,000 KM) A, C, E, F, G, I
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERSIMORE FREQUENTLYC, D, G, H
REAR BRAKE DISC /PADSIMORE FREQUENTLYC, D, G, H
PARKING BRAKEIMORE FREQUENTLYC, D, G, H
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT, UPPER ARM BALL JOINTIMORE FREQUENTLYC, D, E, F, G, H, I
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTSIEVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHSC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
TRANSFER CASE OIL (AWD) REVERY 75,000 MILES (120,000 KM)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
REAR AXLE OIL (AWD)REVERY 75,000 MILES (120,000 KM)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)RMORE FREQUENTLYC, E
PROPELLER SHAFTIEVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHSC, E

719
Maintenance
Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence
of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard
and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,
abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-
cate deterioration. 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 contact with
any heat source, sharp edges or movingcomponent which might cause heat dam-
age or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and cou-
plings, to make sure they are secure, and
that no leaks are present. Hoses should
be replaced immediately if there is any
evidence of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filter
A Genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter isrecommended when the filter is replaced.
Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Valve clearance
Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized HYUNDAI dealer should
perform the operation.
Cooling system
Check for cooling system components,
such as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses
and connections for leakage and dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
Inspect the manual transaxle fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
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 HYUNDAIdealer in accordance to the scheduledmaintenance at the beginning of this
chapter.
✽✽NOTICE
Automatic transaxle fluid color is basi-
cally red.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
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.

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Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake/Clutch* fluid
Check the 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.
* : if equipped
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system includ-
ing the parking brake pedal and cables.
Brake discs, pads, calipers and
rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-
fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,
or damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage.
Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-
essary, repack the grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle malfunc-tion and failure.
Use only specified automatictransaxle fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubricants andcapacities” in section 8.)

Index
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Air bags··········································································3-38Air bag warning label ··················································3-63
Air bag warning light ··················································3-41
Curtain air bag ·····························································3-55
Driver's and passenger's front air bag··························3-49
Occupant classification system ···································3-44
Side impact air bag ······················································3-53
Air cleaner ·····································································7-28
Alarm system ···································································4-7
All wheel drive (AWD)··················································5-17
Antenna ··········································································4-89
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ······································5-27
Appearance care·····························································7-66 Exterior care ································································7-66
Interior care ·································································7-71
Armrest ··········································································3-13
Ashtray ···········································································4-82
Audio system ·································································4-89 Antenna········································································4-89
Steering wheel audio control ·······································4-90
Auto lock mode (Passenger seat belt) ···························3-33
Automatic climate control system ·································4-70 Air conditioning ··························································4-76
Automatic heating and air conditioning ······················4-71
Manual heating and air conditioning···························4-72 Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-10
Ignition key interlock system ······································5-14
Shift lock system ·························································5-14
Sports mode ·································································5-13
Battery············································································7-34
Battery saver function ····················································4-49
Before driving ··································································5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ······································4-83
Brake system··································································5-24 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ····································5-27
Electronic stability control (ESC) ·······························5-29
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ····································5-33
Parking brake ·······························································5-25
Power brakes································································5-24
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ·························5-32
Brakes/clutch fluid ·························································7-25
Bulb replacement ···························································7-59 Front fog light bulb replacement ·································7-61
Headlight bulb replacement·········································7-60
High mounted stop light replacement ·························7-64
Interior light bulb replacement ····································7-65
License plate light bulb replacement···························7-64
Position light bulb replacement ···································7-61
Rear combination light bulb replacement ···················7-62
Side repeater light bulb replacement ···························7-62
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Index
Maintenance services ·······················································7-3
Manual climate control system······································4-61Air conditioning ··························································4-66
Climate control air filter ··············································4-68
Heating and air conditioning ·······································4-62
Manual heating and air conditioning ·····························4-72
Manual transaxle······························································5-7
Memory fuse ··································································7-52
Mirrors ···········································································4-30 Inside rearview mirror ·················································4-30
Outside rearview mirror ··············································4-31
Moonroof, see sunroof···················································4-24
Neck restraints, see headrest ··································3-8, 3-12
Occupant classification system ······································3-44
Odometer/Tripmeter ······················································4-37
Oil (Engine) ···································································7-21
Outside rearview mirror·················································4-31
Overheats ·········································································6-6
Owner maintenance ·························································7-4
Panoramic sunroof ·························································4-24
Parking brake························································5-25, 7-27
Passenger's front air bag ················································3-49 Position light bulb replacement ·····································7-61
Power brakes ··································································5-24
Power outlet ···································································4-84
Power window lock button ············································4-18
Pre-tensioner seat belt····················································3-24
Push starting·····································································6-5
Rear combination light bulb replacement······················7-62
Rear seat adjustment ······················································3-12
Rearview camera····························································4-48
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ··················7-37
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number ··························8-5
Remote keyless entry ·······················································4-4
Reporting safety defects ··················································8-9
Road warning ···································································6-2
Rocking the vehicle ·······················································5-42
Roof rack ·······································································4-88
Safety chains ··································································5-51
Scheduled maintenance service ·······································7-6 Normal maintenance schedule·······································7-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ···············7-17
Seat belts ········································································3-16 Pre-tensioner seat belt ·················································3-24
Seat belt - Driver's ·······················································3-18
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