2019 Hyundai Santa Fe engine oil

7
Maintenance
7
Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-6
Owner's responsibility ......................................................7-6
Owner maintenance precautions ..................................7-6
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-7
Owner maintenance schedule ........................................7-8
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-9
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-10
Engine oil ..............................................................7-13
Checking the engine oil level (Petrol engine) ..........7-13
Checking the engine oil level (Diesel Engine)..........7-14
Checking the engine oil and filter ..............................7-15
Engine coolant......................................................7-16
Checking the engine coolant level..............................7-16
Changing the engine coolant .......................................7-18
Brake/clutch fluid ................................................7-19
Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................7-19
Washer fluid .........................................................7-20
Checking the washer fluid level ..................................7-20
Parking brake .......................................................7-21
Checking the parking brake .........................................7-21
Fuel Filter (For Diesel)........................................7-22
Draining water from fuel filter ....................................7-22
Fuel filter cartridge replacement ................................7-22
Air cleaner ............................................................7-22
Filter replacement ...........................................................7-22
Climate control air filter .....................................7-24
Filter inspection ...............................................................7-24
Filter replacement ...........................................................7-24
Wiper blades .........................................................7-25
Blade inspection ..............................................................7-25
Blade replacement ..........................................................7-25
Battery...................................................................7-28
For best battery service................................................7-29
Battery capacity label ....................................................7-29
Battery recharging .........................................................7-30
Reset items .......................................................................7-31
Tyres and wheels .................................................7-32
Tyre care ...........................................................................7-32
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ...........7-33
Check tyre inflation pressure ......................................7-34
Tyre rotation ....................................................................7-34
Wheel alignment and tyre balance.............................7-35
Tyre replacement ............................................................7-36
Wheel replacement .........................................................7-37
Tyre traction .....................................................................7-37
Tyre maintenance ...........................................................7-37
Tyre sidewall labelling ....................................................7-37
Low aspect ratio tyres...................................................7-41
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7-3
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Maintenance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine coolant cap
3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery terminal [+]
10. Battery terminal [-]
OTM078085R
■Petrol Engine (Theta 2.4 MPI)
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

7-4
Maintenance
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine coolant cap
3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery terminal [+]
10. Battery terminal [-]
OTM078084R
■Petrol Engine (Theta 2.4 GDI)
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

7-5
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Maintenance
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
3. Engine coolant cap
4. Fuse box
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filter cap
7. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
8. Air cleaner
9. Battery terminal [+]
10. Battery terminal [-]
OTM078020R
■Diesel Engine (R 2.0/2.2)
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

7-8
Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant reservoir.
• Check the windscreen washer fluid
level.
• Check for low or under-inflated
tyres.
Whilst operating your vehicle:
• Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of exhaust
fumes in the vehicle.
• Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any
increased steering effort or loose-
ness in the steering wheel, or
change in its straight-ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
travelling on smooth, level road.
• When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or
“hard-to-push” brake pedal.
• If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission fluid
level.
• Check the automatic transmission
P (Park) function.
• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all
tyres including the spare for tyres
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
• Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Autumn)
• Check radiator, heater and air condi-
tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
• Check windscreen washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with a clean cloth damp-
ened with washer fluid.
• Check headlamp alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
• Check the seat belts for wear and
function. Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of the
opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
WARNING

7-10
Maintenance
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the
vehicle is being driven in severe con-
ditions, more frequent oil and filter
changes are required.
Drive belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
saturation and replace if necessary.
Drive belts should be checked peri-
odically for proper tension and
adjusted as necessary.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. We recommend that the fuel
lines, fuel hoses and connections be
replaced by a HYUNDAI authorised
repairer.
Fuel filter (cartridge)
A clogged-up fuel filter may limit the
vehicle driving speed, damage the
emission system, and cause the
hard starting. When a considerable
amount of foreign substances are
accumulated in the fuel tank, the fuel
filter should be replaced.
Upon installing a new fuel filter, oper-
ate the diesel engine for several min-
utes, and check the connections for
any leakages. We recommend you to
have the fuel filter replaced by a
HYUNDAI authorised repairer.
Vapour hose and fuel filler cap
The vapour hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapour 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 ensure
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. When you are inspecting the belt,
place the ignition switch to the
LOCK/OFF or ACC position.
CAUTION

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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil level
(Petrol engine)
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach
normal operating temperature.
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 (Full) and L (Low).
6. If it is near or at L, add enough oil
to bring the level to F.• Do not overfill the engine oil.
It may damage the engine.
• Do not spill engine oil, when
adding or changing engine oil. If
you drop the engine oil on the
engine room, wipe it off immedi-
ately.
• When you wipe the oil dipstick,
you should wipe it with a clean
cloth. When mixed with debris, it
can cause engine damage.
NOTICE
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.
WARNING
OTM078021L

7-14
Maintenance
Use only the specified engine oil.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricants
and capacities” in chapter 8.)
Checking the engine oil level
(Diesel Engine)1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s
precautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on the level
ground in P (Park) with the parking
brake set. If possible, block the
wheels.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the
engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
4. Turn the engine off and wait for a
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
the oil to return to the oil pan.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level.
6. The level should be in the C range.
If the level is in the D range, add
enough engine oil to bring the
level up to the C range.
OTM078022L
OTM078060
FigureRequired action
Range (A)Recommend to contact a
HYUNDAI authorised repair-
Range (B)Do not refill engine oil.
Range (C)
Normal.
You may add engine oil as
long as the oil level does not
go above the C range.
Range (D)You must add oil and make
sure that the oil level is in the
C Range.