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.
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 2.5L Eng | Front and Rear | 7.40 OZS. | 0.21 L | PAG | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 2.5L Eng | Front | 3.50 OZS. | 0.1 L | PAG | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.5L Eng | 1.40 LBS. | 0.63 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng,Automatic DCT Trans | Control Oil | 2.55 QTS. | 2.41 L | SAE 70W, API GL-4, WDHO-1 GS WDCTF HD H 70W (GS CALTEX) | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng,Automatic DCT Trans | Gear Oil | 3.55 QTS. | 3.35 L | SAE 70W, API GL-4, WDGO-1 GS WDCTF HD G 70W (GS CALTEX) | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | As required. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.61 QTS. | 0.57 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-85 SK HCT-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-85 or equivalent | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | 8.17 QTS. | 7.73 L | Mixture of antifreeze and water (Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol coolant for aluminum radiator) | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | 6.13 QTS. | 5.8 L | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) or ACEA A5/B5 Full synthetic grade engine oil. If lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and oil filter must be replaced. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 17.70 GALS. | 67 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | Automatic DCT Trans | 0.55 QTS. | 0.52 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-85 SK HCT-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-85 or equivalent | Approximate capacity. | 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.