Hyundai Tucson: Owner maintenance / Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
- Check the engine oil level.
- Check 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 engine 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 “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
- If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
- Check the automatic transaxle 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: (i.e., every Spring and Fall):
- Check radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
- Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with
clean cloth dampened with washer fluid.
- Check headlight 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 transaxle 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 Tucson (LM) 2010-2015 Service Manual: Oil Pump Description and Operation
Description
The oil pump is built-in as a single unit with the 2/6 brake
chamber. Rotation of the pump builds the hydraulic pressure needed for
the lubrication of the various parts of the transaxle and operation of
the clutch and brakes. The oil also circulates through the torque
converte ...
Hyundai Tucson (LM) 2010-2015 Service Manual: General Information
General Troubleshooting Information
Before Troubleshooting
1.
Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay box.
2.
Using the battery checker (MCR-570 KIT), check the battery for damage, state of charge, and clean and tight connections.
(Refer to the EE group - "Battery")
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