2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LIMITED transmission

08
8-31
When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies:
• Vehicle without EPB
1.
Place the ignition swit

ch in the ACC
position.
2.
Place the shift lev

er/button in N
(Neutral).
3.
Release the parking br

ake.
• Vehicle with EPB
1.
Release EPB be

fore turning off the
engine.
2.
Place the ignition swit

ch to the OFF
position.
3.
Change the gear to N (N

eutral) while
pressing the brake pedal.
4.
Place the ignition swit

ch to the ACC
position.
CAUTION
Failure to shift the gear to N (Neutral)
may cause internal damage to the
transmission.

Maintenance
9-6
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir or the water-cooled
intercooler coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
• Check for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your 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.
While 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 looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
traveling 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
tires including the spare for tires 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
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
• Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
• Check headlamp alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields
and clamps.
• Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
• Clean body and door drain holes.
• Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate automatic
transmission linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.

09
9-11
Normal maintenance schedule
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104
Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Cooling system Inspect coolant level for leak every day
At first, inspect 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months.
After that, inspect every 20,000 miles (30,000 km) or 24 months
Engine coolant TGDI
At first, replace at 80,000 miles (130,000 km) or 10 years.
After that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months
EXCEPT TGDI At first, replace at 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 24 months
Battery condition I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake pedal IIIIII
Parking brake (if equipped) IIIIII
Brake fluid TGDI
Inspect every 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 48,000 miles (80,000 km) or 48 months
EXCEPT TGDI Inspect every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 monthsI : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.Normal maintenance schedule
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104
Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Disc brakes and pads I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering gear rack, linkage and
boots TGDI
I I I I I I I I I I I I I
EXCEPT TGDI III
Driveshaft and boots IIII I I I I I
Tire (pressure & tread wear) I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Suspension mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner refrigerant I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Climate control air filter I R I R I R I R I R I R I
Automatic transmission fluid No check, No service required
Dual clutch transmission fluid Inspect every 40,000 mile(60,000 km) or 48 months
Exhaust pipe and muffler I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Front (AWD) / rear differential oil *
1
I IIIII
Transfer case oil (AWD) No check, No service required
Propeller shaft I I I I I I I I I I I I I
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*1 : Front/rear differential oil should be changed anytime, front/rear differential have been submerged in water.

09
9-13
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operation Maintenance
intervals Driving
condition
Parking brake (if equipped) IInspect more
frequently depending on the condition C, D, G, H
Drive shafts and boots T-GDI
IEvery 3,000 miles or
6 months C, D, E, F,
G, H, I
EXCEPT
T-GDI IEvery 3,750 miles or
6 months
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit) RReplace more
frequently depending on the condition C, E
Automatic transmission fluid RReplace every 60,000
miles (96,000 km) A, C, E, F, G,
H, I, K
Dual clutch transmission fluid RReplace every 62,000
miles (100,000 km) A, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Front differential oil (AWD) / Rear
differential oil RReplace every 72,000
miles (120,000 km) C, D, E, G,
H, I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD) -No check,
No service required -
Propeller shaft IInspect more
frequently depending on the condition C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Severe driving conditions
A. Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature
or less than 10 miles (16 km ) in freezing temperature
B.
Extensiv

e engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C.
Driving on rough, dus

ty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or saltspread roads
D.
Driving in areas using salt or o

ther corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E.
Driving in the condition of in

flowing sand or dust into engine
F.
Driving in heavy tr

affic area
G.
Driving on uphill, downhill, or moun

tain roads
H.
To

wing a trailer (if equipped)
I.
Driving for pa

trol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J.
Driving ov

er 106 mph (170 km/h)
K.
Fr

equently driving in stop-and-go conditions
L.
Engine oil usage which is no

t recommended (mineral, semi-synthetic, lower grade
spec, etc.)

09
9-15
Air cleaner filter
We recommend that the air cleaner filter
be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Cooling system
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Engine coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Engine coolant/water-cooled
intercooler coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Automatic transmission fluid
Automatic transmission fluid should
not be checked under normal usage
conditions.
We recommend that the automatic
transmission fluid be changed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the maintenance schedule.
Information
Automatic transmission fluid color is red
when new.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
transmission fluid will begin to look
darker.
This is a normal condition. It does not
need to be replaced based on the color
change.
NOTICE
The use of a non-specified fluid could
result in transmission malfunction and
failure.
Use only specified automatic
transmission fluid. (Refer to
“Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2.)
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if
equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between the MIN and the MAX marks
on the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT
4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake lever and
cables.

Index
I-2
A
Accessing your vehicle
........................................................................\
..................5-5
Hyundai Digital Key ........................................................................\
................5-15
Immobilizer system ........................................................................\
.................. 5-14
Remote key ........................................................................\
................................. 5-5
Smart key ........................................................................\
.................................... 5-8
Air bag - supplemental restraint system
.............................................................. 3-45
Additional safety precautions ........................................................................\
... 3-66
Air bag warning labels ........................................................................\
............. 3-66
How does the air bags system operate? ............................................................3-50
Occupant Classification System (OCS) ...........................................................3-54
SRS care ........................................................................\
................................... 3-65
What to expect after an air bag inflates ............................................................3-53
Where are the air bags? ........................................................................\
............ 3-47
Why didn’t my air bag go of

f in a collision?
................................................... 3-60
Air cleaner
........................................................................\
................................... 9-23
Filter replacement ........................................................................\
.....................9-23
Air conditioning system
........................................................................\
............... 2-1

1
Appearance care........................................................................\
........................... 9-60
Exterior care ........................................................................\
............................. 9-60
Interior care ........................................................................\
.............................. 9-66
Automatic climate control system
..................................................................... 5-105
Automatic heating and air conditioning .........................................................5-106
Manual heating and air conditioning .............................................................. 5-106
System maintenance ........................................................................\
............... 5-1

13
System operation ........................................................................\
....................5-

111
Automatic transmission
........................................................................\
.............. 6-14
Automatic transmission operation ....................................................................6-14
Good driving practices ........................................................................\
............. 6-21
LCD display message (button type) .................................................................6-19
Paddle shifter (Manual shift mode) .................................................................. 6-20

I
I-5
Dual clutch transmission........................................................................\
.............. 6-23
Dual clutch transmission operation ..................................................................6-23
Good driving practices ........................................................................\
............ 6-33
LCD display message (button type) .................................................................6-30
Paddle shifter (Manual shifter mode) ...............................................................6-32
Parking ........................................................................\
..................................... 6-30
E
Emer

gency commodity
........................................................................\
................ 8-32
Fire extinguisher ........................................................................\
....................... 8-32
First aid kit ........................................................................\
............................... 8-32
Tire pressure gauge ........................................................................\
..................8-32
Triangle reflector ........................................................................\
...................... 8-32
Emission control system
........................................................................\
.............. 9-69
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) .....................................................................9-72
Engine
........................................................................\
............................................ 2-8
Engine compartment
........................................................................\
...................... 2-7
Engine compartment
........................................................................\
...................... 9-3
Engine coolant /liquid-cooled intercooler coolant
............................................... 9-18
Changing coolant ........................................................................\
...................... 9-20
Checking the coolant level ........................................................................\
.......9-18
Engine number
........................................................................\
............................. 2-16
Engine oil
........................................................................\
..................................... 9-16
Checking the engine oil and filter ....................................................................9-17
Checking the engine oil level ........................................................................\
... 9-16
Engine Start/Stop button
........................................................................\
................ 6-9
Engine Stop/Start button positions ...................................................................6-10
Remote start ........................................................................\
.............................. 6-13
Starting the engine ........................................................................\
....................6-1

1
Turning of

f the engine
........................................................................\
.............. 6-12
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
...................................................... 9-14
Fuel filter (for gasoline engine) ........................................................................\
9-14
Parking brake ........................................................................\
............................ 9-15
Exterior features

........................................................................\
........................... 5-67
Fuel filler door ........................................................................\
.......................... 5-77
Hood ........................................................................\
......................................... 5-67
Liftgate ........................................................................\
.....................................5-68
Power liftgate ........................................................................\
...........................5-70
Smart liftgate ........................................................................\
............................ 5-75

Index
I-8
Infotainment system........................................................................\
................... 5-137
Antenna ........................................................................\
..................................5-137
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology ....................................................................5-139
How vehicle radio works ........................................................................\
........ 5-139
Infotainment system ........................................................................\
............... 5-138
Steering wheel remote controls ......................................................................5-137
USB Port ........................................................................\
................................ 5-137
Voice recognition ........................................................................\
....................5-138
Infotainment System specifications
.................................................................. 5-143
Bluetooth ........................................................................\
................................ 5-144
USB ........................................................................\
........................................ 5-143
Instrument cluster
........................................................................\
.......................... 4-4
Gauges and meters ........................................................................\
.....................4-5
Instrument cluster control ........................................................................\
...........4-5
LCD display messages ........................................................................\
............. 4-23
Transmission shift indicator ........................................................................\
.......4-9
Warning and indicator lights ........................................................................\
....4-10
Instrument panel overview (I)
........................................................................\
....... 2-5
Instrument panel overview (II)
........................................................................\
...... 2-6
Integrated memory system
........................................................................\
........... 5-39
Easy access function ........................................................................\
................. 5-41
Recalling memory positions ........................................................................\
.....5-40
Resetting the system ........................................................................\
................. 5-40
Storing memory positions ........................................................................\
........5-39
Interior features
........................................................................\
.......................... 5-124
AC Inverter ........................................................................\
............................. 5-127
Ashtray ........................................................................\
................................... 5-125
Cargo security screen ........................................................................\
.............5-134
Clock ........................................................................\
...................................... 5-131
Coat hook ........................................................................\
...............................5-131
Cup holder ........................................................................\
..............................5-124
Floor mat anchor(s) ........................................................................\
................5-132
Luggage net holder ........................................................................\
................. 5-133
Power outlet ........................................................................\
............................ 5-126
Side curtain ........................................................................\
............................. 5-133
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
.................................. 5-125
USB charger ........................................................................\
...........................5-127
Wireless smart phone char

ging system
.......................................................... 5-129