Exterior
Roughly the same size as Honda’s first-generation CR-V, the Santa Fe is 177.2 inches long overall and close to 66 inches tall. It rides on a 103.1-inch wheelbase. Ford’s Escape has the same wheelbase but is 4 inches shorter overall. The Santa Fe’s bulging front fenders are similar to the ones used on the Tiburon sport coupe. The four-door SUV is equipped with a rear liftgate and standard 16-inch tires.
See also:
Checking the battery
WARNING:
Batteries can be dangerous! When working
with batteries, carefully observe the following
precautions to avoid serious injuries.
The fluid in the battery contains a strong solution
of s ...
Automatic Transaxle
The highly efficient Hyundai automatic transaxle has four forward speeds and
one reverse speed. It has a conventional shift pattern as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION:
Never shift into " ...
REAR SEAT. Adjusting seatback angle (3 Door)
To recline the seatback, pull up the seatback folding lever (1) and push the
seatback rearward.
To return the seatback to an upright position, pull up the seatback folding lever
(1) and pull th ...