I noticed the leak has gotten to the point where the power steering fluid is leaking around the cap and. If you have automatic transmission problems in your santa fe, ie. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. I have a 2007 hyundai sante fe and was told the power steering rack is leaking. If the transmission fluid level on your santa fe is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube.
Below shows types of fluid for transmission and capacity which you should use for hyundai by models. Id like to try amsoil synthetic in my 2004 hyundai santa fe 2. The manual calls for 10w30 however after reading bobs oil 101 in its entirety i now know that 10w is too thick for start up issues, as is 5w and even 0w. So, i purchased a 2004 hyundai santafe about a month ago with 120,000km. To find your hyundai santa fe transmission from a recycler near you, just enter the year of your vehicle and your zip code in the above form and press the find button. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2004 hyundai santa fe gls 2. We have 55 2004 hyundai santa fe vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 18 1owner cars, and 81 personal use cars. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I have read horror story upon horror story of people going to secondary shops that claim their. Hyundai recommend to change the transmission fluid at 60k mikes. The video above shows how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in a 2004 hyundai santa fe. One problem related to transmission noise has been reported for the 2004 hyundai santa fe.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The 2004 hyundai santa fe has 3 problems reported for transmission slipping. Jul 31, 2009 2006 santa fe transmission fluid filter change. I can see the area of the leak and the fluid seems to be transmission, not oil. Extended warranty paid for new radiator hose and rental car. Service type grinding sound from transmission inspection. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for hyundai santa fe when you shop the largest online selection at. Transmission noise problems of the 2004 hyundai santa fe. Right off the bat i noticed that the shifts to me were a tad rough, but that aside, specifically going into the last gear 34. When to change your transmission fluid green hyundai. For the past week or so, i have noticed a very slight smell of antifreezeradiator fluid every once in a while. Hyundai santa fe grinding sound from transmission inspection.
So, i purchased a 2004 hyundai santa fe about a month ago with 120,000km. There are a lot of things that can cause a transmission fluid leak, including an impact on your car, not changing the trnsmission fluid often enough and sometimes even just normal wear and tear. I read on another forum that appparently the hyundai santa fe 2010 and sonata 2011 there is a transmission service bulletin for the technicians. Hyundai questions at what mileage should i change or flush. Also the coil was not replaced and a recall was sent out also on coil spring. Hyundai santa fe power steering system leak inspection. What are the most common problems with manual transmission.
Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2004 hyundai santa fe gls 2. Accent amica atoz coupe elantra getz grandeur i10 i20 i30 i40. View and download hyundai 2004 santa fe owners manual online. Was leaking radiator fluid, needed cabin filter changed. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location, your vehicles make and model, and. I have read horror story upon horror story of people going to secondary shops that claim their transmission fluid meets hyundai s specifications only to have the transmission fail on them a week or so later. Do you really need to change the transmission fluid. The worst complaints are body paint, fuel system, and transmission problems. Gunning says leaks are also a common manual transmission problem. Youll notice a bad transmission fluid leak when parked when you see some funny color or funny smelling oil on the garage floor when you move your car. I have a 2004 hyundai santa fe and picked i have a 2004 hyundai santa fe and picked up some valvoline maxlife fully synthetic atf to use in the automatic transmission. Warranty is 3 years or 75,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Please call for customer service and availability at 18778668372 ex. Its also dripping out from under the skid plate and onto the ground. Dec 07, 2008 2004 hyundai santa fe transmission issue. When to change your transmission fluid springfield, il. Dealer said they wont honor the recall cause its out of warranty. Could the leak be something as simple as loose bolts. Leaks occur to the clutch components, including the master and slave cylinder and the hydraulic lines.
Unclemarks diy automotive fix it channel 1,185 views 6. Hyundai santa fe power steering system leak inspection cost. Hyundai has informed its dealers of a possible fluid leak from the automatic transmission on its four and sixcylinder vehicles from the 1999 to 2006 model years. To see how frequently 2004 hyundai santa fe problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. All specifications, performance and fuel economy data of hyundai santa fe 3. If you have a leak and need to refill, make sure you use the recommended transmission fluid, fill it to the appropriate level and get the leak fixed as soon as possible. Hyundai santa fe 4speed with mitsubishi f4a51 transmission 2004, manual transmission output shaft repair sleeve by national.
The transaxle is fully synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gear is easily accom plished. Page 2 a000a01aaat this owners manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use of the next owner. These transaxies are equipped with an internal oil filter that needs to be changed only during transaxle overhaul. Justin peters, who made the video below, had a similar problem on the same car. How to fix a leaking transmission in your car, diy with scotty kilmer. Right off the bat i noticed that the shifts to me were a tad. Hyundai santa fe transmission problems page 4 car forums. Hyundai stopped using a serviceable transmission filter after 2001,so draining and. My 2004 santa fe has developed a significant leak between the engine and transmission. Santa fe 2001 2004 group transaxle transmission manual transaxle system lubrications item recommended lubricant quantity transaxle gear oil lit. What type of transmission fluid for hyundai santa fe. Hyundai transmission fluid leaks center for autosafety. How to replace leaking trans axle seal on front wheel drive 2004 kia rio ep 16 duration.
How to drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid on a 20022005 hyundai santa fe 2. Apr 16, 2009 use only and only hyundai spiii sp3 transmission fluid from your local hyundai dealer. Troubleshooting hyundai air conditioning problems axleaddict. May 03, 2017 if you have a leak and need to refill, make sure you use the recommended transmission fluid, fill it to the appropriate level and get the leak fixed as soon as possible. Hyundai has deleted the external oil filter pn 4632239000 on all elantra, sonata, santa fe and xg300 transaxies effective with the production dates listed below.
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