2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE oil level

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Instrument cluster .....................................................................\
....................... 4-4Instrument cluster control ........................................................................\
...................4-5Instrument panel illumination ........................................................................\
...........4-5
Gauges and meters ........................................................................\
..............................4-5 Speedometer .....................................................................\
........................................4-5
Tachometer .....................................................................\
...........................................4-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................................\
. 4-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
......................................... 4-6
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 / Dual clutch 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
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light ........................................................... 4-11
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light .......................... 4-11
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light .......................................................... 4-12
Charging system warning light ........................................................................\
....... 4-12
Engine oil pressure warning light ........................................................................\
... 4-13
Low fuel level warning light ........................................................................\
............ 4-13
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................................................................\
.. 4-13
Exhaust system (GPF) warning light (for gasoline engine) ................................... 4-14
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light ........................................................ 4-14
AUTO HOLD indicator light ........................................................................\
............. 4-15
Low tire pressure warning light ......................................................................\
........ 4-15
Forward Safety warning light ........................................................................\
.......... 4-16
Lane Safety indicator light ........................................................................\
.............. 4-16
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) warning light ......................................................................\
.. 4-16
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) LOCK Indicator Light ............................................................4-17
LED headlight warning light ........................................................................\
.............4-17
Icy road warning light ........................................................................\
...................... 4-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light ................................................... 4-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF indicator light ........................................... 4-18
Immobilizer Indicator Light (without smart key) .................................................. 4-19
Immobilizer Indicator Light (with smart key) ......................................................... 4-19
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light ........................................................4-20
4. Instrument cluster

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4-13
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This warning light illuminates:
When the engine oil pressure is low.
If the engine oil pressure is low:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe loca
tion 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. However, for gasoline
2.5 turbo engine and 2.5 gdi engine, when
the engine oil pressure is restored, the
warning light and the enhanced engine
protection system will turn off after the
engine is restarted.
NOTICE
If the engine is not stopped
immediately after the Engine Oil
Pressure warning light is illuminated,
severe damage could result.
Low fuel level warning light
This warning light illuminates:
When the fuel tank is nearly empty.
A
dd fuel as soon as possible.
NOTICE
Driving with the Low Fuel Level warning
light on or with the fuel level below “E
or 0” can cause the engine to misfire
and damage the catalytic converter.

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6-75
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.

Driving your vehicle6-78
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.
(12mm) thick to prevent damage to
the chain’s connection.
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, 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 ........................................................................\
........... 9-6
Scheduled maintenance services .....................................................................9-7Normal maintenance schedule ........................................................................\
.......... 9-8
Maintenance under severe usage conditions .......................................................... 9-12
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .............................................. 9-14Fuel filter (for gasoline engine) ........................................................................\
......... 9-14
Parking brake ........................................................................\
...................................... 9-15
Engine oil ........................................................................\
..................................9-16Checking the engine oil level ........................................................................\
............ 9-16
Checking the engine oil and filter ........................................................................\
..... 9-18
Engine coolant /Liquid-cooled intercooler coolant ......................................9-19Checking the coolant level ........................................................................\
................ 9-19
Changing coolant ........................................................................\
............................... 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

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9-7
Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of
the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply, you must follow
the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.

[Repeated driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or
less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature

[ Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances

[ Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads

[ Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather

[ Driving in heavy dust conditions

[ Driving in heavy traffic area

[ Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly

[ Towing a trailer or using a camper, or driving with loads on the roof

[ Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing

[ Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration

[ Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

[ Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower
grade spec, etc.)
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or
refill more frequently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After the periods
or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the prescribed maintenance intervals.
Information
After driving more than 10 years or 100,000 miles, use severe maintenance schedule.
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
severity, the remaining oil life alert appears 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.
So, if recommended engine oil is not used, replace the engine oil according to the
maintenance schedule under severe usage conditions. Also, check the amount of engine
oil 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
infotainment system screen. Then, select ‘Yes’ when the message “Changed engine oil?
Press [Yes] to reset the oil life.” appears on the screen.
- If there is no alert until the maximum maintenance interval, have the vehicle c\
hecked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Maintenance9-8
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
Engine oil and engine oil filter
*1 *2
RRRRRRRRRRRRR
Drive belts
*3
At first, inspect at 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 72 months.
After that, inspect every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
Fuel additives *
4
Add every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*1 :
Requires API SN PLUS (or above) grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must
be replaced at every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months as indicated for severe maintenance condition.
*2 :
Check the engine oil level and leak every 350 miles (500km) or before starting a long trip.
*3 :
The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.
*4 :
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your
authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

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9-15
Air cleaner filter
Have 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.
When assembling parts, be sure to
wipe out foreign substances 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
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.
Have 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.