Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 year). Manual - part 20
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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (F4A51)
SERVICE ADJUSTMENT
PROCEDURE
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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
INSPECTION
1.
Drive the vehicle until the fluid reaches normal oper-
ating temperature [70~80 C].
2.
Place the vehicle on a level surface.
3.
Move the selector lever through all gear positions.
This will fill the torque converter and the hudraulic sys-
tem with fluid and move the selector lever to the "N"
(Neutral) or "P"(Park) position.
4.
Before removing the oil level gauge, wipe all contam-
inants from around the oil level gauge. Then take out
the oil level gauge and check the condition of the fluid.
NOTE
If the fluid smells as if it is burning, it means that the
fluid has been contaminated by fine particles from the
bushes and friction materials, a transaxle overhaul
may be necessary.
5.
Check that the fluid level is at the HOT mark on the
oil level gauge. If the fluid level is low, add automatic
transaxle fluid until the level reaches the "HOT" mark.
Auto transaxle fluid:
DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III
Quantity : 7.8ℓ (8.2 US qt, 6.9 lmp.qt)
NOTE
Low fluid level can cause a variety of a abnormal con-
ditions because it allows the pump to take in air along
with fluid. Air trapped in the hydraulic system forms
bubbles, which are compressable. Therefore, pres-
sures will be erratic, causing delayed shifting ,slipping
clutches and brakes, etc. Improper filling can also
raise fluid level too high. When the transaxle has too
much fluid, gears churn up foam and acuise the same
conditions which occur with low fluid level, resulting in
accelerated deterioration of automatic transaxle fluid.
In either case, air bubbles can cause overheating, and
fluid oxidation, which can interfere with normal valve,
clutch, and brake operation. Foaming can also result
in fluid escaping from the transaxle vent where it may
be mistaken for a leak.
6.
Insert the oil level gauge(A) securely.
A
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NOTE
When new, automatic transmission fluid should be
red. The red dye is added so the assembly plant can
identify it as transmission fluid and distinguish it from
engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye, which is not an
indicator of fluid quality, is not permanent. As the ve-
hicle is driven the transmission fluid will begin to look
darker. The color may eventually appear light brown.
REPLACEMENT
If you have a fluid changer, use this changer to replace the
fluid. If you do not, replace it using the following procedure.
1.
Disconnect the hose which connects the transmission
and the oil cooler which is within the radiator only in
2.4L engine(3.3L-the oil cooler is separated).
2.
Start the engine and let the fluid drain out.
Running conditions : "N" range with engine idling.
CAUTION
The engine should be stopped within one minute
after it is started. If the fluid has all drained out
before then, the engine should be stopped at that
point.