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2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016 (2016).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
4.40 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid
8.24 QTS. (7.79 L) — MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA AFT SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Hyundai Motor Co.,
Brake Fluid
0.70 QTS. (0.66 L) — FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid Note: As required.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD)
0.56 QTS. (0.52 L) — Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Note: SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent.
Engine Coolant
9.60 QTS. (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water Note: The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Engine Oil
6.02 QTS. (5.69 L) — API - SM/ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 Note: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4).
Transfer Case Fluid
0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — Hypoid Gear Oil API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Note: SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (2.4L Eng)
7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA AFT SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Hyundai Motor Co.,
Engine Coolant (2.4L Eng)
7.51 QTS. (7.1 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water Note: The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Engine Oil (2.4L Eng)
5.07 QTS. (4.79 L) — API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) Note: If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State.
Notes
- →Approximate capacity.
- →As required.
- →SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent.
- →The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
- →For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4).
- →Use a good quality windshield washer fluid, diluted with water as necessary.
- →If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State.
This vehicle's factory manual
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 4.40 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid: 8.24 QTS. (7.79 L) — MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA AFT SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Hyundai Motor Co.,, Brake Fluid: 0.70 QTS. (0.66 L) — FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid Note: As required., Differential Gear Oil (AWD): 0.56 QTS. (0.52 L) — Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Note: SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent., Engine Coolant: 9.60 QTS. (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water Note: The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts., Engine Oil: 6.02 QTS. (5.69 L) — API - SM/ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 Note: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4)., Transfer Case Fluid: 0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — Hypoid Gear Oil API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Note: SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent., Automatic Transmission Fluid (2.4L Eng): 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA AFT SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Hyundai Motor Co.,, Engine Coolant (2.4L Eng): 7.51 QTS. (7.1 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water Note: The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts., Engine Oil (2.4L Eng): 5.07 QTS. (4.79 L) — API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) Note: If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.