Hyundai Santa Fe (2019 year). Instruction

Maintenance

OTM078052

OTM078009

OTM078008

Stop/Tail lamp (Type A)

6. Remove the bulb from the socket

Tail lamp (Type A)

by pressing it in and rotating it

1. Turn off the engine.

counterclockwise until the tabs on

2. Open the tailgate.

the bulb align with the slots in the

3. Loosen the lamp assembly retaining

socket. Pull the bulb out of the

3. Remove the service cover using a

screws with a cross-tip screwdriver.

socket.

flat-blade screwdriver.

4. Remove the rear combination

7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it

4. Remove the socket from the

lamp assembly from the body of

into the socket and rotating it until

assembly by turning the socket

the vehicle.

it locks into place.

counterclockwise until the tabs on

5. Remove the socket from the

the socket align with the slots on

8. Install the socket into the assem-

the assembly.

assembly by turning the socket

bly by aligning the tabs on the

counterclockwise until the tabs on

socket with the slots in the assem-

the socket align with the slots on

bly. Push the socket into the

the assembly.

assembly and turn the socket

clockwise.

9. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

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Tail / Stop lamp (Type B)

High mounted stop lamp

If the LED lamp does not operate, we

replacement

recommend that you have the vehi-

cle checked by a HYUNDAI autho-

rised repairer.

Turn signal lamp / Back up lamp /

Rear fog lamp

If these lamps do not operate, we

recommend that you have the vehi-

cle checked by a HYUNDAI autho-

OTM078007

rised repairer.

5. Remove the bulb from the socket

by pressing it in and rotating it

OTM078011

counterclockwise until the tabs on

the bulb align with the slots in the

If the high mounted stop lamp does

socket. Pull the bulb out of the

not operate, we recommend that you

socket.

contact a HYUNDAI authorised

repairer.

6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it

into the socket and rotating it until

it locks into place.

7. Install the socket into the assem-

bly by aligning the tabs on the

socket with the slots in the assem-

bly. Push the socket into the

assembly and turn the socket

clockwise.

8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

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Map lamp, room lamp, vanity mirror lamp and luggage compartment lamp

■ Map lamp

■ Vanity mirror lamp

■ Glove box lamp

OTM078015

OOS077046

OTM078018R

■ Room lamp

■ Luggage compartment lamp

1. Using a flat-head screwdriver,

gently pry the lens from the interi-

or light housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb into the socket.

4. Align the lens tabs with the interior

light housing notches and snap

the lens into place.

OTM078016

OTM078017

NOTICE

Be careful not to damage the

cover, tab, and plastic housing.

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Maintenance

APPEARANCE CARE

Exterior care

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,

WARNING

industrial pollution and similar deposits

Exterior general caution

can damage your vehicle’s finish if not

It is very important to follow the label

Wet brakes

removed immediately.

directions when using any chemical

Even prompt washing with plain water

After washing the vehicle, test

cleaner or polish. Read all warning

may not completely remove all these

the brakes whilst driving slowly

and caution statements that appear

deposits.

to see if they have been affected

on the label.

A mild soap, safe for use on painted

by water. If braking performance

surfaces, may be used.

is impaired, dry the brakes by

Finish maintenance

After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-

applying them lightly whilst

oughly with lukewarm or cold water.

maintaining a slow forward

Washing

Do not allow soap to dry on the finish.

speed.

To help protect your vehicle’s finish

from rust and deterioration, wash it

NOTICE

thoroughly and frequently at least

High-pressure washing

once a month with lukewarm or cold

•

Do not use strong soap, chemi-

•

When using high-pressure washers,

water.

cal detergents or hot water, and

make sure to maintain sufficient dis-

If you use your vehicle for off-road

do not wash the vehicle in direct

tance from the vehicle.

driving, you should wash it after each

sunlight or when the body of the

Insufficient clearance or excessive

off-road trip. Pay special attention to

vehicle is warm.

pressure can lead to component

the removal of any accumulation of

•

Be careful when washing the

damage or water penetration.

salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign

side windows of your vehicle.

materials. Make sure the drain holes

•

Do not spray the camera, sensors or

Especially, with high-pressure

in the lower edges of the doors and

its surrounding area directly with a

water, water may leak through

rocker panels are kept clear and

high pressure washer. Shock

the windows and wet the interior.

clean.

applied from high pressure water

•

To prevent damage to the plastic

may cause the device to not operate

parts and lamps, do not clean

normally.

with chemical solvents or strong

•

Do not bring the nozzle tip close to

detergents.

boots (rubber or plastic covers) or

connectors as they may be dam-

aged if they come into contact with

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high pressure water.

Wax the vehicle when water will no

Finish damage repair

longer bead on the paint.

Deep scratches or stone chips in the

Always wash and dry the vehicle

painted surface must be repaired

before waxing. Use a good quality

promptly. Exposed metal will quickly

liquid or paste wax, and follow the

rust and may develop into a major

manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all

repair expense.

metal trim to protect it and to main-

tain its luster.

NOTICE

Removing oil, tar, and similar materi-

If your vehicle is damaged and

als with a spot remover will usually

requires any metal repair or

strip the wax from the finish. Be sure

replacement, be sure the body

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to re-wax these areas even if the rest

shop applies anti-corrosion materi-

of the vehicle does not yet need wax-

NOTICE

als to the parts repaired or replaced.

ing.

• Water washing in the engine com-

partment including high pressure

NOTICE

Bright-metal maintenance

water washing may cause the fail-

•

Wiping dust or dirt off the body

• To remove road tar and insects,

ure of electrical circuits located in

with a dry cloth will scratch the

use a tar remover, not a scraper or

the engine compartment.

finish.

other sharp object.

• Never allow water or other liquids

•

Do not use steel wool, abrasive

• To protect the surfaces of bright-

to come in contact with electri-

cleaners, or strong detergents

metal parts from corrosion, apply a

cal/electronic components inside

containing highly alkaline or

coating of wax or chrome preser-

the vehicle as this may damage

caustic agents on chrome-plated

vative and rub to a high luster.

them.

or anodized aluminium parts.

• During winter weather or in coastal

This may result in damage to the

areas, cover the bright metal parts

Waxing

protective coating and cause dis-

with a heavier coating of wax or

A good coat of wax is a barrier

colouration or paint deteriora-

preservative. If necessary, coat the

between your paint and contaminate.

tion.

parts with non-corrosive petroleum

Keeping a good coat of wax on your

jelly or other protective compound.

vehicle will help protect it.

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Maintenance

Underbody maintenance

Aluminium wheel maintenance

WARNING

Corrosive materials used for ice and

The aluminium wheels are coated

snow removal and dust control may

with a clear protective finish.

After washing the vehicle, test

collect on the underbody. If these

the brakes whilst driving slowly

materials are not removed, acceler-

NOTICE

to see if they have been affected

ated rusting can occur on underbody

by water. If braking performance

parts such as the fuel lines, frame,

•

Do not use any abrasive cleaner,

is impaired, dry the brakes by

floor pan and exhaust system, even

polishing compound, solvent,

applying them lightly whilst

though they have been treated with

or wire brushes on aluminium

maintaining a slow forward

rust protection.

wheels.

speed.

Thoroughly flush the vehicle under-

•

Clean the wheel when it has

body and wheel openings with luke-

cooled.

warm or cold water once a month,

•

Use only a mild soap or neutral

after off-road driving and at the end of

detergent, and rinse thoroughly

each winter. Pay special attention to

with water. Also, be sure to clean

these areas because it is difficult to

the wheels after driving on salted

see all the mud and dirt. It will do

roads.

more harm than good to wet down the

•

Do not wash the wheels with high-

road grime without removing it. The

speed car wash brushes.

lower edges of doors, rocker panels,

•

Do not use any cleanser contain-

and frame members have drain holes

ing acid or alkaline detergents.

that should not be allowed to clog with

dirt; trapped water in these areas can

cause rusting.

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Corrosion protection

High-corrosion areas

For all these reasons, it is particularly

important to keep your vehicle clean

Protecting your vehicle from corro-

If you live in an area where your vehi-

and free of mud or accumulations of

sion

cle is regularly exposed to corrosive

other materials. This applies not only

materials, corrosion protection is

By using the most advanced design

to the visible surfaces but particularly

particularly important. Some of the

and construction practices to combat

to the underside of the vehicle.

common causes of accelerated cor-

corrosion, we produces vehicles of

rosion are road salts, dust control

the highest quality. However, this is

chemicals, ocean air and industrial

only part of the job. To achieve the

To help prevent corrosion

pollution.

long-term corrosion resistance your

You can help prevent corrosion from

vehicle can deliver, the owner's

getting started by observing the fol-

cooperation and assistance is also

Moisture breeds corrosion

lowing:

required.

Moisture creates the conditions in

Keep your vehicle clean

which corrosion is most likely to occur.

Common causes of corrosion

The best way to prevent corrosion is

For example, corrosion is accelerated

to keep your vehicle clean and free

The most common causes of corro-

by high humidity, particularly when

of corrosive materials. Attention to

sion on your vehicle are:

temperatures are just above freezing.

the underside of the vehicle is partic-

In such conditions, the corrosive

• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is

ularly important.

material is kept in contact with the

allowed to accumulate underneath

vehicle surfaces by moisture that is

the vehicle.

• If you live in a high-corrosion area

slow to evaporate.

— where road salts are used, near

• Removal of paint or protective coat-

Mud is particularly corrosive because it

the ocean, areas with industrial

ings; by stones, gravel, abrasion or

is slow to dry and holds moisture in

pollution, acid rain, etc.—, you

minor scrapes and dents which

contact with the vehicle. Although the

should take extra care to prevent

leave unprotected metal exposed to

mud appears to be dry, it can still retain

corrosion. In winter, hose off the

corrosion.

moisture and promote corrosion.

underside of your car at least once

a month and be sure to clean the

High temperatures can also acceler-

underside thoroughly when winter

ate corrosion of parts that are not

is over.

properly ventilated so the moisture

can be dispersed.

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Maintenance

• When cleaning underneath the

Keep paint and trim in good condition

Interior care

vehicle, give particular attention to

Scratches or chips in the finish

Interior general precautions

the components under the fenders

should be covered with "touch-up"

and other areas that are hidden

Prevent chemicals such as perfume,

paint as soon as possible to reduce

cosmetic oil, sun cream, hand cleaner

from view. Do a thorough job; just

the possibility of corrosion. If bare

dampening the accumulated mud

and air freshener from contacting the

metal is showing through, the atten-

interior parts because they may

rather than washing it away will

tion of a qualified body and paint

accelerate corrosion rather than

cause damage or discolouration. If

shop is recommended.

they do contact the interior parts, wipe

prevent it. Water under high pres-

sure and steam are particularly

them off immediately.

Bird droppings : Bird droppings are

See the instructions that follow for

effective in removing accumulated

mud and corrosive materials.

highly corrosive and may damage

the proper way to clean vinyl.

painted surfaces in just a few hours.

• When cleaning lower door panels,

Always remove bird droppings as

NOTICE

rocker panels and frame members,

soon as possible.

be sure that drain holes are kept

Never allow water or other liquids to

open so that moisture can escape

come in contact with electrical/elec-

and not be trapped inside to accel-

Don't neglect the interior

tronic components inside the vehi-

erate corrosion.

cle as this may damage them.

Moisture can collect under the floor

mats and vehicle peting to cause

corrosion. Check under the mats

NOTICE

Keep your garage dry

periodically to be sure the carpeting

Don't park your vehicle in a damp,

When cleaning leather products

is dry. Use particular care if you carry

poorly ventilated garage. This cre-

(steering wheel, seats etc.), use

fertilizers, cleaning materials or

ates a favorable environment for cor-

neutral detergents or low alcohol

chemicals in the vehicle.

rosion. This is particularly true if you

content solutions. If you use high

wash your vehicle in the garage or

These should be carried only in

alcohol content solutions or acid/

drive it into the garage when it is still

proper containers and any spills or

alkaline detergents, the colour of

wet or covered with snow, ice or

leaks should be cleaned up, flushed

the leather may fade or the sur-

mud. Even a heated garage can con-

with clean water and thoroughly

face may get stripped off.

tribute to corrosion unless it is well

dried.

ventilated so moisture is dispersed.

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Cleaning the upholstery and

Leather (if equipped)

CAUTION

interior trim

•

Features of seat leather

Vinyl (if equipped)

- Leather is made from the outer

•

Wrinkles or abrasions which

Remove dust and loose dirt from

skin of an animal, which goes

appear naturally from usage

vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum

through a special process to be

are not covered by warranty.

cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a

available for use. Since it is a nat-

•

Belts with metallic acces-

vinyl cleaner.

ural product, each part differs in

sories, zippers or keys inside

thickness or density.

the back pocket may damage

Fabric (if equipped)

Wrinkles may appear as a natural

the seat fabric.

result of stretching and shrinking

Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric

•

Make sure not to wet the seat.

depending on the temperature

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

It may change the nature of

and humidity.

Clean with a mild soap solution recom-

natural leather.

mended for upholstery or carpets.

- The seat is made of stretchable

•

Jeans or clothes which could

fabric to improve comfort.

Remove fresh spots immediately with

bleach may contaminate the

a fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do

- The parts contacting the body are

surface of the seat covering

not receive immediate attention, the

curved and the side supporting

fabric.

fabric can be stained and its colour can

area is high which provides driv-

be affected. Also, its fire-resistant prop-

ing comfort and stability.

erties can be reduced if the material is

- Wrinkles may appear naturally

not properly maintained.

from usage. It is not a fault of the

product.

NOTICE

Using anything but recommended

cleaners and procedures may affect

the fabric’s appearance and fire-

resistant properties.

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Maintenance

•

Caring for the leather seats

•

Cleaning the leather seats

Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt

- Vacuum the seat periodically to

- Remove all contaminations instant-

webbing

remove dust and sand on the seat.

ly. Refer to instructions below for

Clean the belt webbing with any mild

It will prevent abrasion or damage

removal of each contaminant.

soap solution recommended for clean-

of the leather and maintain its qual-

ing upholstery or carpet. Follow the

- Cosmetic products

(sunscreen,

ity.

instructions provided with the soap. Do

foundation, etc.)

- Wipe the natural leather seat cover

not bleach or re-dye the webbing

Apply cleansing cream on a cloth

often with dry or soft cloth.

because this may weaken it.

and wipe the contaminated spot.

- Use of proper leather protector

Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth

may prevent abrasion of the cover

and remove water with a dry cloth.

Cleaning the interior window

and helps maintain the colour. Be

- Beverages (coffee, soft drink, etc.)

glass

sure to read the instructions and

Apply a small amount of neutral

If the interior glass surfaces of the

consult a specialist when using

detergent and wipe until contami-

vehicle become fogged (that is, cov-

leather coating or protective agent.

nations do not smear.

ered with an oily, greasy or waxy film),

- Light coloured

(beige, cream

they should be cleaned with glass

- Oil

beige) leather is easily contaminat-

cleaner. Follow the directions on the

ed and the stain is noticeable.

Remove oil instantly with

glass cleaner container.

Clean the seats frequently.

absorbable cloth and wipe with

stain remover used only for natu-

- Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may

NOTICE

ral leather.

cause the surface to crack.

- Chewing gum

Do not scrape or scratch the inside

of the rear window. This may result

Harden the gum with ice and

in damage to the rear window

remove gradually.

defroster grid.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

The emission control system of your

1. Crankcase emission control

CAUTION

vehicle is covered by a written limited

system

warranty. Please see the warranty

For the Inspection and

The positive crankcase ventilation

information contained in the

Maintenance

Test

(with

system is employed to prevent air

Warranty Booklet in your vehicle.

Electronic Stability Control

pollution caused by blow-by gases

Your vehicle is equipped with an

(ESC) system)

being emitted from the crankcase.

emission control system to meet all

This system supplies fresh filtered air

•

To prevent the vehicle from

emission regulations.

to the crankcase through the air

misfiring during dynamome-

There are three emission control

intake hose. Inside the crankcase,

ter testing, turn the Electronic

systems which are as follows.

the fresh air mixes with blow-by

Stability Control

(ESC) sys-

gases, which then pass through the

tem off by pressing the ESC

PCV valve into the induction system.

(1) Crankcase emission control sys-

switch.

tem

•

After dynamometer testing is

(2) Evaporative emission control sys-

completed, turn the ESC sys-

2. Evaporative emission con-

tem

tem back on by pressing the

trol system

ESC switch again.

(3) Exhaust emission control system

The Evaporative Emission Control

System is designed to prevent fuel

vapours from escaping into the

In order to ensure the proper function

atmosphere.

of the emission control systems, it is

recommended that you have your car

inspected and maintained by a

HYUNDAI authorised repairer in

accordance with the maintenance

schedule.

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Maintenance

Canister

Engine exhaust gas precautions

• When the vehicle is stopped in an

(carbon monoxide)

open area for more than a short

Fuel vapours generated inside the

time with the engine running,

fuel tank are absorbed and stored in

• Carbon monoxide can be present

adjust the ventilation system

(as

the onboard canister. When the

with other exhaust fumes. Therefore,

needed) to draw outside air into the

engine is running, the fuel vapours

if you smell exhaust fumes of any

vehicle.

absorbed in the canister are drawn

kind inside your vehicle, have it

into the surge tank through the purge

inspected and repaired immediately.

• Never sit in a parked or stopped

control solenoid valve.

If you ever suspect exhaust fumes

vehicle for any extended time with

are coming into your vehicle, drive it

the engine running.

only with all the windows fully open.

• When the engine stalls or fails to

Purge Control Solenoid Valve

Have your vehicle checked and

start, excessive attempts to restart

(PCSV)

repaired immediately.

the engine may cause damage to

The purge control solenoid valve is

the emission control system.

controlled by the Engine Control

Module

(ECM); when the engine

WARNING

coolant temperature is low during

Operating precautions for cat-

idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-

Engine exhaust gases contain

alytic converters (if equipped)

orated fuel is not taken into the

carbon monoxide (CO). Though

colourless and odourless, it is

engine. After the engine warms-up

WARNING

during ordinary driving, the PCSV

dangerous and could be lethal if

inhaled. Follow the instructions

opens to introduce evaporated fuel to

• A hot exhaust system can

the engine.

following to avoid CO poisoning.

ignite flammable items under

your vehicle. Do not park, idle,

3. Exhaust emission control

• Do not operate the engine in con-

or drive the vehicle over or

system

fined or closed areas

(such as

near flammable objects, such

garages) any more than what is

as dry grass, paper, leaves, etc.

The Exhaust Emission Control System

necessary to move the vehicle in or

is a highly effective system which con-

out of the area.

trols exhaust emissions whilst main-

taining good vehicle performance.

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•

Do not misuse or abuse the

Gasoline (Petrol) Particulate

•

The exhaust system and cat-

engine. Examples of misuse are

Filter (GPF) (if equipped)

alytic system are very hot

coasting with the engine off and

The Gasoline

(Petrol) Particulate

whilst the engine is running or

descending steep grades in gear

immediately after the engine

Filter (GPF) system removes the soot

with the engine off.

in the exhaust gas.

is turned off. Keep away from

•

Do not operate the engine at high

the exhaust system and cat-

The GPF system automatically burns

idle speed for extended periods (5

alytic converter as you may

(or oxidises) the accumulated soot in

minutes or more).

get burned.

accordance with driving situations,

•

Do not modify or tamper with any

unlike a disposable air filter.

Also, do not remove the heat

part of the engine or emission con-

sink around the exhaust sys-

In other words, the accumulated soot

trol system. All inspections and

tem, do not seal the bottom of

is automatically purged out by the

adjustments must be made by a

the vehicle and do not coat the

engine control system and by the high

HYUNDAI authorised repairer.

vehicle for corrosion control. It

exhaust-gas temperature at normal/

may present a fire risk under

•

Avoid driving with a very low fuel

high driving speeds.

certain conditions.

level. If you run out of petrol, it

However, when the vehicle is continu-

could cause the engine to misfire

ally driven at repeated short distances

and result in excessive loading of

or driven at low speed for a long time,

Your vehicle is equipped with a cat-

the catalytic converter.

the accumulated soot may not be

alytic converter emission control

Failure to observe these precautions

automatically removed because of low

device.

could result in damage to the catalyt-

exhaust gas temperature. In this case,

Therefore, the following precautions

ic converter and to your vehicle.

the accumulated soot is out of the

must be observed:

Additionally, such actions could void

detection range, the soot oxidization

• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for

your warranties.

process does not occur, and the

Gasoline

(Petrol) Particulate Filter

petrol engines.

(GPF) Lamp (

) Illuminates.

• Do not operate the vehicle when

there are signs of engine malfunc-

tion, such as misfire or a noticeable

loss of performance.

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Maintenance

The Gasoline

(Petrol) Particulate

However, when the vehicle is continu-

CAUTION

Filter (GPF) Lamp stops illuminating,

ally driven at repeated short distances

when the driving speed exceeds 50

or driven at low speed for a long time,

Gasoline (Petrol) Fuel

mph (80 km/h), or when the engine

the accumulated soot may not be

(if equipped with GPF)

rpm is between 1,500 and 4,000 with

automatically removed because of low

the gear in the 3rd position or above

exhaust gas temperature. In this case,

We recommend you to use only

for approximately 30 minutes.

the regulated petrol fuels, when

the accumulated soot is out of the

detection range, the soot oxidization

When the GPF Lamp continuously

your vehicle is equipped with

blinks or the warning message “Check

the GPF system.

process does not occur, and the

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Lamp

exhaust system” illuminates in the

When you use other petrol fuels

above cases, we recommend that you

(

) Illuminates.

which contain unspecified addi-

have the GPF system checked by a

tives, they may damage the GPF

HYUNDAI authorised repairer.

system and cause exhaust

CAUTION

When the vehicle is continuously driv-

emission problems.

en with the GPF Lamp flashing for an

Diesel Fuel

extended period of time, it may dam-

(if equipped with DPF)

age the GPF system and lower the

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

We recommend you to use only

fuel economy.

(if equipped)

the regulated diesel fuels, when

The Diesel Particulate Filter

(DPF)

your vehicle is equipped with

system removes the soot in the

the DPF system.

exhaust gas.

When you use other diesel fuels,

The DPF system automatically burns

which are high in sulfurs (above

(or oxidises) the accumulated soot in

50 ppm) or that contain unspeci-

accordance with driving situations,

fied additives, they may damage

unlike a disposable air filter.

the DPF system and cause white

In other words, the accumulated soot

smoke emissions.

is automatically purged out by the

engine control system and by the high

exhaust-gas temperature at normal/

high driving speeds.

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