Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged parts.
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Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under
severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance
intervals.
R : Replace I : Ins ...
Safety galore
Hyundai also packs the Santa Fe with lots of safety features, such as six air
bags, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring and brake assist,
which will apply maximum brake force if ...
Battery saver function
o The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being discharged.
The system automatically turns off the headlights and parking lights when the driver
removes the ignition key and ope ...