2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID oil level

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4. Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster ........................................................................\
.................... 4-4Instrument Cluster Control ........................................................................\
..................4-5Instrument panel illumination ........................................................................\
...........4-5
Gauges and Meters ........................................................................\
..............................4-5 Speedometer .....................................................................\
........................................4-5
Power gauge ........................................................................\
..................................... 4-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
......................................... 4-6
Hybrid battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge ........................................................... 4-7
Outside temperature gauge ........................................................................\
.............. 4-7
Odometer .....................................................................\
............................................. 4-8
Distance to empty ........................................................................\
............................ 4-8
Fuel economy (for 12.3-inch cluster) ....................................................................... 4-9
Transmission Shift Indicator ........................................................................\
............... 4-9 Automatic transmission shift indicator ................................................................... 4-9
Warning and Indicator Lights ........................................................................\
............ 4-10 Seat belt warning light ........................................................................\
.................... 4-10
Air bag warning light ........................................................................\
....................... 4-10
Parking brake & Brake fluid warning light .............................................................. 4-10
Regenerative brake warning light ........................................................................\
.... 4-11
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light ........................................................... 4-11
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light ......................... 4-12
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light .......................................................... 4-12
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................................................................\
.. 4-13
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light ........................................................ 4-13
AUTO HOLD indicator light ........................................................................\
............. 4-13
Charging system warning light ........................................................................\
....... 4-14
Engine oil pressure warning light ........................................................................\
... 4-14
Low fuel level warning light ........................................................................\
............ 4-15
Service warning light ........................................................................\
....................... 4-15
Exhaust system (GPF) warning light ....................................................................... 4-15
Overspeed warning light ........................................................................\
................. 4-15
Master warning light ........................................................................\
........................ 4-16
Low tire pressure warning light ......................................................................\
........ 4-16
Forward Safety warning light ........................................................................\
...........4-17
Lane Safety indicator light ........................................................................\
...............4-17
All wheel Drive (AWD)warning light.......................................................................\
..4-17
All wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light ............................................................4-17
LED headlight warning light ........................................................................\
............ 4-18
Icy road warning light ........................................................................\
...................... 4-18
Ready indicator ........................................................................\
................................ 4-19
EV mode indicator ........................................................................\
........................... 4-19
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light ................................................... 4-19

Instrument Cluster4-14
Charging system warning
light
This warning light illuminates:
When the battery is not being charged
while the engine is running. Immedia
tely
turn OFF all electrical accessories. Try
not to use electrically operated controls,
such as the power windows. Keep the
engine running.
You have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as
possible.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This warning light illuminates:
When the engine oil pressure is low.
1.

Drive carefully to the nearest safe
location and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details,
refer to “Engine Oil” section in
chapter 9). If the level is low, add oil
as required.
If the warning light remains on after
adding oil or if oil is not available, have
the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
Continued driving with the warning light
on may cause engine failure.
Information
When engine oil pressure decreases due to
insufficient engine oil, etc., the Engine Oil
Pressure warning light will illuminate. In
addition, the enhanced engine protection
system which limits engine power will
be activated. If the engine oil pressure is
restored, the Engine Oil Pressure warning
light and the enhanced engine protection
system will turn off.
NOTICE
If the engine is not stopped
immediately after the Engine Oil
Pressure warning light is illuminated,
severe damage could result.

Driving Your Vehicle6-52
Driving in Flooded Areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no
higher than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly. Allow
adequate stopping distance because
brake performance may be reduced.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times while the vehicle is moving slowly.
Highway Driving
Tires
Adjust the tire inflation, as specified.
Under-inflation may overheat or damage
the tires.
Do not install worn-out or damaged tires,
which may reduce traction or fail the
braking operation.
Information
Never over-inflate your tires above the
maximum inflation pressure, as specified
on your tires.
Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil
Driving at higher speeds on the highway
consumes more fuel and is less efficient
than driving at a slower, more moderate
speed. Maintain a moderate speed in
order to conserve fuel when driving on
the highway.
Be sure to check both the engine coolant
level and the engine oil before driving.
Drive belt
A loose or damaged drive belt may
overheat the engine.
Reducing the Risk of a Rollover
Your multi-purpose passenger vehicle is
defined as a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
SUV’s have higher ground clearance
and a narrower track to make them
capable of performing in a wide variety
of off-road applications. The specific
design characteristics give them a higher
center of gravity than ordinary vehicles
making them more likely to roll over if
you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles
have a significantly higher rollover rate
than other types of vehicles. Due to this
risk, driver and passengers are strongly
recommended to buckle their seat belts.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt.
There are steps that a driver can make
to reduce the risk of a rollover. If at all
possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers, do not load your vehicle
with heavy cargo on the roof, and never
modify your vehicle in any way.
WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly
higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. To prevent rollovers or loss of
control:

[ Take corners at slower speeds than
you would with a passenger vehicle.

[ Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers.

[ Do not modify your vehicle in any
way that you would raise the center
of gravity.

[ Keep tires properly inflated.

[ Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
WARNING
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Make sure
all passengers are wearing their seat
belts.

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6-55
Chain Installation
When installing tire chains, follow the
manuf
acturer’s instructions and mount
them as tightly possible. Drive slowly
(less than 20 mph (30 km/h)) with
chains installed. If you hear the chains
contacting the body or chassis, stop and
tighten them. If they still make contact,
slow down until the noise stops. Remove
the tire chains as soon as you begin
driving on cleared roads.
When mounting snow chains, park the
vehicle on level ground away from traffic.
Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning
Flasher and place a triangular emergency
warning device behind the vehicle (if
available). Always place the vehicle in P
(Park), apply the parking brake and turn
off the engine before installing snow
chains.
NOTICE
When using tire chains:

[ Wrong size chains or improperly
installed chains can damage your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension,
body and wheels.

[ Use SAE “S” class or wire chains.

[ If you hear noise caused by chains
contacting the body, retighten the
chain to prevent contact with the
vehicle body.

[ To prevent body damage, retighten
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6 miles
(0.5~1.0 km).

[ Do not use tire chains on vehicles
equipped with aluminum wheels. If
unavoidable, use a wire type chain.

[ Use wire chains less than 0.47 in.
(12 mm) thick or fabric-type chain
to prevent damage to the chain’s
connection.

[ Fabric-type chains must be used on
vehicles equipped with 19/20” tires.
Winter Precautions
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the
cooling system. It is the only type of
coolant that should be used because it
helps prevent corrosion in the cooling
system, lubricates the water pump and
prevents freezing. Be sure to replace or
replenish your coolant in accordance
with the maintenance schedule in
chapter 9. Before winter, have your
coolant tested to assure that its freezing
point is sufficient for the temperatures
anticipated during the winter.
Check battery and cables
Winter temperatures affect battery
performance. Inspect the battery and
cables, as specified in chapter 9. The
battery charging level can be checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or in a
service station.
Change to “winter weight” oil if
necessary
In some regions during winter, it is
recommended to use the “winter
weight” oil with lower viscosity In
addition, replace the engine oil and filter
if it is close to the next maintenance
interval. Fresh engine oil ensures
optimum engine operation during the
winter months. For further information,
refer to chapter 2. When you are not sure
about a type of winter weight oil, you
consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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9. Maintenance
Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
............... 9-3
Maintenance Services ........................................................................\
.............. 9-4
Owner’s Responsibility ........................................................................\
....................... 9-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions ........................................................................\
....... 9-4
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
................. 9-5Owner Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
............9-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ....................................................................9-7Normal Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................\
.......... 9-9
Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions ........................................................ 9-12
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items .............................................. 9-14
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
.................................9-16
Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................\
........... 9-16
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................\
....9-17
Engine Coolant/Inverter Coolant ....................................................................9-18Checking the Coolant Level......................................................................\
................. 9-18
Changing Coolant ........................................................................\
.............................. 9-21
Hybrid Starter & Generator (HSG) Belt ........................................................... 9-21
Checking the Hybrid Starter & Generator (HSG) Belt .............................................. 9-21
Brake Fluid ........................................................................\
............................... 9-22Checking the Brake Fluid Level ........................................................................\
......... 9-22
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
............................ 9-23Checking the Washer Fluid Level ........................................................................\
...... 9-23
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
............................... 9-24Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
.............................9-24
Cabin Air Filter ........................................................................\
......................... 9-25Filter Inspection........................................................................\
.................................. 9-25
Filter Replacement ........................................................................\
............................. 9-25
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
........................... 9-26Blade Inspection ........................................................................\
................................9-26
Blade Replacement ........................................................................\
............................9-26
Battery ....................................................................\
......................................... 9-29For Best Battery Service ........................................................................\
................... 9-30
Battery Capacity Label ........................................................................\
....................... 9-31
Battery Recharging ........................................................................\
............................ 9-31
Reset Items ........................................................................\
......................................... 9-32

Maintenance9-8
Information

[ As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the engine oil level should
be checked on regular basis.

[ The engine oil change interval for normal operating conditions is based on the use of
the recommended engine specification. If the recommended engine oil specification
is not used, then replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule under
severe operating conditions.

[ The vehicle may be equipped with the Oil Life Management System that predicts
engine oil life based on the driver’s driving history and alerts the driver to change
engine oil.
- If the deterioration of the engine oil increases depending on the driver’s driving
style, the remaining oil life alert will appear on the instrument cluster before the
normal engine oil replacement interval. Have the engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
- Oil Life Management System works when the recommended engine oil is used.
If the recommended engine oil is not used, replace the engine oil according to the
maintenance schedule under severe usage conditions. Also, check the engine oil level
regularly as this system assumes that the engine oil is being filled norm\
ally.
- Always reset the remaining engine oil life whenever the engine oil is changed.
Otherwise, the indication of remaining Oil life in the Oil Life Management System
may not be accurate.To reset the Oil Change Reminder, select ‘RESET’ from the
instrument cluster or infotainment system screen. Then, select ‘Yes’ when the
message “Reset oil life?” or “Has the engine oil been changed? Press [Yes] to reset
the oil life.” appears on the screen.
- If there is no alert until the maximum maintenance interval, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Maintenance9-14
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 conditions,
more frequent oil and filter changes are
required.
HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator)
Belt
The HSG belt should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
We recommend an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer replace any damaged or leaking
parts immediately.
Fuel Filter
A clogged filter can limit the speed
at which the vehicle may be driven,
damage the emission system and cause
multiple issues such as hard starting. If
an excessive amount of foreign matter
accumulates in the fuel tank, the
filter may require replacement more
frequently. After installing a new filter,
run the engine for several minutes,
and check for leaks at the connections.
Fuel filters should be installed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.
Air Cleaner Filter
A genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter
is recommended when the filter is
replaced.
Spark Plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
When assembling parts, be sure to
wipe the inside and outside of the boot
bottom of the ignition coil and the
insulator of the spark plug with a soft
cloth to prevent contamination of the
spark plug insulator.
Cooling System
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Engine Coolant/Inverter 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 is changed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the maintenance schedule.
Engine Clutch Actuator Fluid
The engine clutch actuator fluid level
should be inspected or replaced to the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Maintenance9-16
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Engine oil is used for lubricating,
cooling, and operating various hydraulic
components in the engine. Engine oil
consumption while driving is normal,
and it is necessary to check and refill the
engine oil regularly. Also, check and refill
the oil level within the recommended
maintenance schedule to prevent
deterioration of oil performance.
Check the engine oil following the below
procedure.
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 and the wheels blocked.
3. Turn the engine on and warm the engine up until the coolant
temperature reaches a constant
normal temperature.
4. Turn the engine off, remove the oil filler cap and pull the dipstick out.
Wait for 15 minutes for the oil to return
to the oil pan.
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and re-insert it fully.
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6. Pull the dipstick out again and check the level. The level should be between
F (Full) and L (Low).
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7. If the oil level is below L, add enough oil to bring the level to F.
Use only the specified engine oil (Refer
to “Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2).
NOTICE
To prevent damage to your engine:

[ Do not spill engine oil when adding
or changing engine oil. Wipe off
spilled oil immediately.

[ The engine oil consumption may
increase while you break in a new
vehicle and it will be stabilized after
driving 4,000 miles (6,000 km).

[ The engine oil consumption can be
affected by driving habits, climate
conditions, traffic conditions,
oil quality, etc. Therefore, it is
recommended that you inspect the
engine oil level regularly and refill it
if necessary.
ENGINE OIL