Does a Hyundai Santa Fe have a transmission filter?
There are multiple components to your transmission filter comprising the filter itself, which is ordinarily a metal plate with a fiber material that catches pollutants. Your 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe will also contain a gasket, pickup tube, and rubber seal which may all need to be replaced along with the filter.
How many quarts of transmission fluid does a Hyundai Santa Fe take?
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Transmission Fluid Capacity
| Transmission | Fluid Capacity | Fluid type |
|---|---|---|
| 6 speed A6LF2 Automatic transmission | Total Fill 7.8 litres (8.2 quarts) | SL043 |
| 8 speed A8LF1 Automatic transmission | Total Fill 7 litres (7.3 quarts) | SL043 |
How often change transmission fluid Hyundai Santa Fe?
every 50,000 miles
How to check your transmission fluid? The first and the most reliable method should be to check your Santa Fe owners’ manual. Under normal circumstances, Hyundai recommends changing your fluid after every 50,000 miles or a little over 40 months.
When should I change my transmission fluid Hyundai Santa Fe?
Under normal circumstances, Hyundai recommends changing your fluid after every 50,000 miles or a little over 40 months. The second way to check your fluid is to use a white paper towel.
When to add transmission fluid to a Hyundai Santa Fe?
If the transmission fluid level in your Santa Fe is low, you need to add transmission fluid through the dipstick tube. When adding transmission fluid to your Santa Fe, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.
Where is the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The engine in your 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your Santa Fe and how to check the transmission fluid level.
Can you use aftermarket additives on transmission fluid?
Aftermarket additives can disrupt the fluid’s finely tuned chemical balance and degrade performance. Plus, most vehicle and transmission manufacturers warn against using them. If you’re experiencing transmission problems, don’t waste your money on a “miracle” solution in a bottle. Visit your mechanic and have the problem fixed.
Are there any additives that restore transmission performance?
Walk the aisles of most auto parts stores and you’ll find multiple “mechanic-in-a-bottle”-type additives that claim to restore transmission performance. The claims made typically include some variation of the following: