2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 209

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6 15 G110B03A-AAT G110D02O-AAT Recommended Fluid Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is specially designed to operate with HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF or DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III. Damage caused by a nonspecified fluid is not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty. To Check the Transaxle Fluid Level G110C01O-AAT Transaxle Fluid Capacity The fluid capacity of the automatic transaxle is 8.98 U.S. quarts (8.5 liters). C090A01O HSM425 ! WARNING: The transaxle fluid level should be checked when the engine is at normal operating temperature. This means that the engine, radiator, exhaust system etc., are very hot so you should exercise great care not to burn yourself during this procedure. Park the car on level ground with the parking brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level is checked, the transaxle fluid should be at normal operating temperature and the engine idling. While the engine is idling, apply the brakes and move the gear selector lever from "P" to each of its other positions - "R", "N", "D" - and then return to "N" or "P". With the engine still idling: 1. Open the hood, being careful to keep hands, long hair and clothing clear of any moving parts. 2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert the dipstick as far as it will go, then remove it again. Now check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" range on the dipstick. 3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range. Do not overfill.