Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Hyundai Veracruz GLS, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Front & Rear A/C | 7.40 OZS. | 0.21 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Front A/C | 5.40 OZS. | 0.15 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front and Rear | 1.98 LBS. | 0.89 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 1.54 LBS. | 0.69 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | TFF Automatic Transmission Fluid T IV JWS 3309, Mobil ATF 3309, 3309 US ATF or other brands meeting the JWS 3309 specification approved by Hyundai Motor Corp. | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.95 QTS. | 0.89 L | Hypoid Gear Oil, API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 (SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent) | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 5.49 QTS. | 5.19 L | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-20. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 20.60 GALS. | 77.97 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.95 QTS. | 0.89 L | Power Steering Fluid Type 3 | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.85 QTS. | 0.8 L | Hypoid Gear Oil, API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 (SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent) | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Use a good quality windshield washer fluid, diluted with water as necessary. | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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.