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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SANTA FE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONSPECIFICATIONS INDEXCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURESENGINE COOLINGGENERAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, Automatic
General Service Specifications: Specifications
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, AutomaticSECTION Specifications
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling System Capacity | |||
| 2.4L & 2.7L | 1.8 Gal (7.0 L) | ||
| 3.5L | 2.9 Gal (11.0L) | ||
| Pressure Relief Cap Opening Pressure | 13-18 psi (93-123 kPa) | ||
| Thermostat Opens | |||
| Starts | |||
| 2.4L | 190°F (88°C) | ||
| 2.7L & 3.5L | 176-183°F (80-84°C) | ||
| Fully Open | |||
| 2.4L | 212°F (100°C) | ||
| 2.7L & 3.5L | 203°F (95°C) | ||
THERMOSTAT R & I
- 2.4L
Refer to THERMOSTAT .
- 2.7L
Refer to THERMOSTAT .
- 3.5L
Refer to THERMOSTAT .
WATER PUMP R & I
- 2.4L
Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP .
- 2.7L
Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP .
- 3.5L
Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.