2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Jun 15, 2026
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe takes 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic with a total capacity of 5.5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 35 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Hyundai 26300-35503, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 1 active recall — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2012 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
- Torque your drain plug to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
- Using the OEM filter (Hyundai 26300-35503) is recommended for warranty compliance.
- Always use 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic as specified by Hyundai — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity5W-20
Oil typeConventional or Synthetic
Capacity (with filter)5.5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)5 qt
OEM specAPI SN
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size17 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec35 Nm
GasketCrush washer
2nd gen CM (2.4L/3.3L V6)
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Fluid Specifications
Transmission FluidBuy
TypeSP-IV
Capacity3.5 qt
Change interval60,000 mi
Brake FluidBuy
DOT typeDOT 3
Change interval45,000 mi
CoolantBuy
TypeLong Life
ColorGreen
Capacity6.5 qt
Change interval100,000 mi
Power Steering FluidBuy
TypePSF-4
Differential Fluid (rear)Buy
Type75W-90 GL-5
Capacity2 qt
Change interval60,000 mi
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Parts & Specifications
Spark Plugs
TypeIridium
Gap0.044
Quantity4
Change interval100,000 mi
Tires
Size245/60R18
Front pressure33 PSI
Rear pressure33 PSI
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Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 6 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
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Torque Specifications
06
Safety Recalls
107
Technical Service Bulletins
88Towing & Payload
Max Towing
3,500lbs
Max Payload
1,050lbs
Curb Weight
3,800lbs
GVWR
5,000lbs
Max Tongue Weight
350lbs
Hitch Class
II
Source: manufacturer
Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$30,000
Private Party
$5,130–$5,670
Dealer Retail
$5,940–$6,750
Trade-In
$4,590–$5,130
Depreciation
82%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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Tools & Supplies
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