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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2017SANTA FE SE, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTWIPER/WASHER SYSTEMSREAR WIPER/WASHER SYSTEMREAR WASHER MOTORREPAIR PROCEDURESINSPECTION
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SE, FWD
Repair Procedures: Inspection
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SE, FWDSECTION Inspection
- With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir tank with water.NOTE: Before filling the reservoir tank with water, check the filter for foreign material or contamination. If necessary, clean the filter.
- Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to "FRONT BUMPER COVER ")
- Connect positive (+) and negative (-) battery cables to terminals 3 and 2 respectively to see that the washer motor runs and water is pumped.
- Check that the motor operates normally.
Replace the motor if it operates abnormally.
REAR WASHER MOTOR TERMINAL DESCRIPTION CHARTNo. Description 1 Ground 2 Windshield washer (+) 3 Rear washer (+)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.