Hyundai Santa Cruz: Owner Maintenance / Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
- Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
- Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
- Check for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your coolant
level when the engine is hot. This may
result in coolant being blown out of the
opening and cause serious burns and
other injuries.
While operating your vehicle:
- Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
- Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any increased
steering effort or looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
- Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
traveling on smooth, level road.
- When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hardto-
push” brake pedal.
- Check the automatic transmission
or dual clutch transmission P (Park)
function.
- Check the parking brake.
- Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
- Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
- Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
- Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires that
are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged.
- Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year:
- Check radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
- Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
- Check headlamp alignment.
- Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields
and clamps.
- Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
- Clean body and door drain holes.
- Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
- Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
- Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
- Check the air conditioning system.
- Inspect and lubricate automatic
transmission linkage and controls.
- Clean the battery and terminals.
- Check the brake fluid level.
WARNING
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience
or the proper tools and equipment
to do the work, have it done by an
authorized ...
Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where
none of
the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply, you
must follow
the Maintenance Under ...
Other information:
Hyundai Santa Cruz 2021-2025 Owners Manual: Engine Oil
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Engine oil is used for lubricating,
cooling, and operating various hydraulic
components in the engine. Engine oil
consumption while driving is normal,
and it is necessary to check and refill the
engine oil regularly. Also, check and refill
the oil level within the ...
Hyundai Santa Cruz 2021-2025 Owners Manual: Heated Steering Wheel
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position or when the engine is running,
press the heated steering wheel button
to warm the steering wheel.
The indicator on the button will
illuminate.
To turn the heated steering wheel off,
press the button again. The indicator on
the button will turn of ...