Automatic Transmission Service

[Admin1]

Instructions one how to service your automatic transmission fluid.
Please note. These instructions are not for Genesis/Coupe,Veracruz and 2010 Tucson.


1. Remove the transmission dipstick.

2. Raise vehicle to obtain an remove the transmission drain plug.(Use jack stands)
Refer to this picture.
http://www.myhyundaiforums.com/Pictures/TranyPlug.jpg

3. You will need to remove this plug with a 15/16 wrench or socket.

4. Once the drain plug is removed allow all fluid to drain from transmission. NOTE: There is a seal on the plug,
You will need to reuse this seal. Also at this time clean the magnet on the drain plug.

5. Reinstall the drain plug in the transmission.

6. Lower car/truck (try to have on a level surface).

7. Its time to add your transmission fluid. I recommend Hyundai SP III fluid. Here is a TSB on this Click Here (http://www.myhyundaiforums.com/09-AT-006.pdf)

8. Add your Transmission fluid an start car.
---Santa Fe add 4qts (Buy 6)
---Sonata add 3qts (buy 5), 2006 to 2010 add 4qts (buy 6)
---Accent add 3qts (buy 5)
---Elantra an Tiburon add 3qts (buy 5) 2006 to present 2qts (buy 4)
---Entourage add 4qts (buy 6)
---Azera add 4qts (buy 6)
---Tucson add 4qts (buy 6)
---XG300/350 add 4qts (buy 6)

9. Run vehicle to D,N,R,1, then back to N leave vehicle in N, pull park brake an check fluid. Refer to this TSB Click Here (http://www.myhyundaiforums.com/06-40-016pdf.pdf)
You will not need a GDS that is talks of,Just allow your vehicle run for about 15 min. Once warmed up adjust fluid to hot line.

10. Test drive then check transmission level again.

SERVICE CHANGE ATF
NORMAL 105,000 miles/84 months
SEVERE 30,000 miles/30 months

SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS:
• Repeated short distance driving
• Extensive idling or low speed operation
• More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 90°F (32°C)
• Driving in very cold weather below 0°F (-18°C)
• Towing a trailer
• Driving in mountainous areas

[opelikamike]

On a 30,000 mile service is just draining and refilling the pan sufficient as the HMA site has you disconnect the line from the tranny to the cooler and let fluid run out and THEN drain the pan and then refill?

[Admin1]

You can do that, But as far as Hyundai drain an fill will work. If you do it yourself just keep your receipts.

[riceR]

so what are the other brands that are approved by Hyundai to use?

[Admin1]

That question is brought up very often. There is lots of aftermarket fluids that say they are approved by Hyundai. But I don't know of any that is approved by Hyundai. I always say "use at your own risk" The reason I say this is because if you have any transmission concerns the first thing the dealer is going to ask is if you have done your transmission service. An if they find out its anything other Hyundai fluid they might make you pay for another fluid service. In most cases Hyundai SPIII is very inexpensive.

[Rsquared]

That question is brought up very often. There is lots of aftermarket fluids that say they are approved by Hyundai. But I don't know of any that is approved by Hyundai. I always say "use at your own risk" The reason I say this is because if you have any transmission concerns the first thing the dealer is going to ask is if you have done your transmission service. An if they find out its anything other Hyundai fluid they might make you pay for another fluid service. In most cases Hyundai SPIII is very inexpensive.

I have to disagree. They don't say they are aproved by Hyundai but claim they meet or exceed the SPIII standard...and are "recomended" for that vehicle.

I've never used a factory fluid or filter, because they don't make them. OEM suppliers will sell them for less.:thinking:

[anonymous]

huyndai sp iii tranny fluid is not that expensive up here it will cost 30 $ for the 4 liter jug, plus it clearly says not to mix with other fluids this gets important when you drain and fill, its cheap insurance

[Bill2008Ltd]

Just did my 2008 Ltd. on Saturday at 37,725 miles. Did the "drain and refill" thing while under the car changing the oil. It took almost exactly 5 quarts to refill. The drain plug magnet had quite a bit of fine metallic sludge on it - most likely break-in wear.....

And just FYI... the OEM Hyundai SP III fluid cost me $72 for 6 quarts over the counter at my local Hyundai stealership........

Still cheap insurance though IMHO.

Bill
Hagerstown, MD

[Admin1]

If anyone ever wanted to know what the filter looks like inside of the transmission. Well here it is.

[HDDOC]

If anyone ever wanted to know what the filter looks like inside of the transmission. Well here it is.




When is the filter to be changed? Thanks Doc

[Admin1]

If the transmission is rebuilt. No service is needed to the filter.

[HDDOC]

Thank You Very Much. Going to try to drain and fill my azera today Thanks Again Doc

[HDDOC]

Thanks for the tips, Changed the trans fluid, The Azera took 5 1/2 qts, good tip on buying 6 qts., it was needed. 5 screws needed to be removed to get the plastic panel moved out of the way to get at the drain plug. The mag plug had a bunch of metal dust on it. Cleaned it with Brakleen and blew it of with air. Used some pts on the threads and snuged it up gently, no leaks. Again Thanks For this Tip Thread !!! Doc:Banane21: