Hyundai Santa Fe 3 / Grand Santa Fe

The spectacular Hyundai Santa Fe of the third generation (with the DM index) fell to the taste not only of the domestic buyer, but also of the foreign one. It retained the wheelbase of its predecessor – 2,700 mm.

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The spectacular Hyundai Santa Fe of the third generation (with the DM index) fell to the taste not only of the domestic buyer, but also of the foreign one. It retained the wheelbase of its predecessor – 2,700 mm. However, the designers made the new crossover 3 centimeters longer and 4 centimeters lower. The proportions, in the past not the strong point of cars from Korea, have done well this time around.

The 7-seat version received the Grand prefix. It is 225 mm longer and heavier than a centner. The Grand Santa Fe was very popular in America.

In the second half of 2015, a restyled version came to the market. It is distinguished by a grille, modified bumpers, as well as improved front and rear optics. The equipment list has also been enriched. This encouraged the creators to increase the price tag and add the name to the prefix Premium.

According to the results of the crash tests Euro NCAP Santa Fe DM earned 5 stars. It has shown good results in protecting adult passengers and children. But in the US tests according to the version of IIHS, the achievements are not so high. The Grand Santa Fe was involved. The big Korean did poorly on the frontal crash test with a 25 per cent overlap. According to the manufacturer, the restyled version of both modifications received a reinforced front-end power structure that eliminates vulnerabilities identified during the tests.

Engines

Most of the Santa Fe is equipped with an atmospheric 2.4-liter gasoline engine and 175 hp / 171 hp (after restyling). The rest are equipped with a turbodiesel capacity of 2. 2 liters and a return of 197 hp / 200 hp (after updating). Hyundai Grand Santa Fe in addition to turbodiesel 2. 2 CRDi was equipped with atmospheric gasoline V6: capacity 3.3 l / 271 and 249 hp before restyling, and after - 3.0 l / 249 hp. In the list of available abroad were gasoline engines - direct injection 2.4 GDi (188 and 192 hp) and turbocharged 2.0 (265 hp), as well as 2-liter turbodiesel (150 and 184 hp). All power units have a reliable chain type valve timing drive. The 2.4 MPI petrol engines in 2012-2014 cars are a time-lapse mine. The engine could knock or jam as a result of turning the liners - more often the third, less often - the fourth cylinder. Sometimes the shambles broke. Failure overtook the owners both after 100-150 thousand km, and at a distance of 20-50 thousand km. The unfortunate case was recognized as a guarantee. It is worth noting that there are examples with a run of 200-300 thousand km, escaped misfortune. In 2015, the four-cylinder engine received an enlarged oil pallet and another oil pump. No such incidents have occurred since then. According to some reports, oil nozzles were added in 2018 to further cool problem areas. The 2.2 CRDi diesel proved to be more stable, but occasionally it brings the attachments down.

Transmission

Basic versions of Santa Fe with a 2.4-liter atmospheric were paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. There are few such combinations in the secondary market. The rest received a 6-speed machine. Automatic transmission in conjunction with the turbodiesel allows a large SUV to accelerate to 100 km / h in 10 seconds. Combined with a four-wheeler, it will take about 12 seconds.

Many drivers of cars with automatic weapons after 100,000 km note the appearance of aftershocks during braking. Often it is possible to get rid of the update of the transmission fluid.

Before the repair of automatic transmission, it came only in samples of 2012-2013. Inside the box, bolts were spontaneously unscrewed and the contents of the machine were turned into minced meat. One of the characteristic warning signals is jerks when moving in reverse.

All-wheel drive system

For the distribution of thrust along the axes is a multi-plate coupling Magna with electrohydraulic lock. With a wet or snowy road Hyundai Santa Fe DM will cope without much effort. Not always without consequences, though. The all-wheel drive system is full of vulnerabilities. Closer to 100-150 thousand km, corrosion destroys the slits of the intermediate shaft and the connection of the transfer case to the box. The reason is poor tightness of the compounds and a tendency to corrosion as a result of moisture. Eventually, it cuts the slats. In addition, a differential cup may be removed. The repair will cost 30,000 rubles. To delay the trouble or even avoid it, you can periodically conduct an inspection and lubricating problem areas. The design flaw was recognized by the Koreans, and since October 2015, cars with an additional omentum have been sent. Some mechanics believe that this modification is not effective enough. Well, time will tell. But that's not all! In the coupling can cut the sleeve - the cardan will not spin. Repairs will cost 10,000 rubles, and a new clutch is available for at least 50,000 rubles. It is noteworthy that the design of the clutch does not provide for the updating of the working fluid. However, over time, the lubricant cokes, and the frictions of the clutches begin to peck. I can feel it in the thrusts in the corners. Mechanics advise not to wait for symptoms, and for preventive purposes to update the fluid. If there are tremors, then the clutch will have to remove, clean well and carry out a defect. To throw a surprise can and unexpectedly split the body of the rear differential. The node will have to be replaced, paying for it at least 100,000 rubles.

Walking

The chassis has a fairly simple design - McPherson struts in the front and levers attached to the developed subframe, behind. Santa Fe doesn't claim to change the laws of physics, but it won't disappoint on the road. Compared to the Grand Santa Fe, it is more docile and dynamic. In the running room, most often complaints are caused by the steering. After 40-80 thousand km, knocking is detected. Initially, Hyundai approved a warranty replacement of the rack or steering shaft assembled. However, later he considered that this is a feature of the steering rack with an electric booster, so there is nothing to worry about. Meanwhile, getting rid of knocking helps filling the rack with lubricant, in extreme cases, replacing the rake (from 11 000 rubles for an analog). The original steering rack is available for 20,000 rubles. There are complaints about the “sticking” of the steering – late reactions to commands with the steering wheel. When contacting the official service, the firmware of the control unit was updated, the rack or steering shaft was changed. But the shortcoming was not always eliminated. Some people tend to think that this is a feature of the Santa Fe DM steering, others do not notice anything at all. Silent blocks of the front levers can wear after 80-100 thousand km (9,000 rubles for the original lever). The same will serve and front shock absorbers (5-9 thousand rubles). Ball supports can be surrendered a little earlier (500-1500 rubles per ball). Some have to change the front wheel bearings at a distance of 50-100 thousand km, others travel to repair more than 150 thousand km. They change in the collection with the hub and stand in the area of 3-5 thousand rubles. The rear axle components usually last longer.

Other problems and malfunctions

Claims for corrosion resistance of the body do not yet arise. It is clear that Hyundai Santa Fe 3 is still too young. However, there is one problem place – the edge of the roof above the windshield. It often forms chips, and after a while the paint swells, or even rust appears.

The panoramic roof is a great option. However, a number of owners complain about extraneous sounds in the panorama. And if, God forbid, the glazing is broken by hooligans or envious, then you will have to prepare from 25 to 45 thousand rubles (depending on the degree of damage).

After 4-6 years, the MTXT900DM multimedia head unit begins to fail. The reason is a faulty processor or memory. The cost of soldering is about 2 000 rubles.

With age, freon escapes from the air conditioning system through a short-lived connection of a metal tube with a rubber hose. The new element can be purchased for 5,000 rubles. For the work will take 1,000 rubles plus 2,000 rubles for refueling the system.

In Santa Fe 2012-2014 release often observed problems with the operation of daytime running lights. The reason is strong heating and detachment of resistors in the control module of the DHO. The cost of repair is about 3 000 rubles.

Poor tightness and corrosion cause the release of the boot opening button (2,700 rubles) and the rear view camera (1-2 thousand rubles for an analogue).

Engines

• According to some reports, oil nozzles were added in 2018 to further cool problem areas.
• For example, the boost pressure sensor (1,700 rubles) installed in the intake manifold fails. As a result, the traction drops.
• The turbine valve drive or the turbine itself fails (from 50,000 rubles for an analog).
• There were also problems with starting the diesel engine.
• This is fraught with premature wear of the TNVD (59 000 rubles).
• The start must be made after pumping fuel using a dealer scanner.

Transmission

• Before the repair of automatic transmission, it came only in samples of 2012-2013.

All-wheel drive system

• km of corrosion destroys the slits of the intermediate shaft and the connection of the dispenser with the box.
• The reason is poor tightness of the compounds and a tendency to corrosion as a result of moisture. Eventually, it cuts the slats.
• In addition, a differential cup may be removed. The repair will cost 30,000 rubles.
• To delay the trouble or even avoid it, you can periodically conduct an inspection and lubricating problem areas.
• Repairs will cost 10,000 rubles, and a new clutch is available for at least 50,000 rubles.
• Most often, transmission problems affect cars with diesel engines, and not only during the movement over rough terrain, but also during the next intensive acceleration.

Walking

• In the running room, most often complaints are caused by the steering. After 40-80 thousand km, knocking is detected.
• Meanwhile, getting rid of knocking helps filling the rack with lubricant, in extreme cases, replacing the rake (from 11 000 rubles for an analog).
• Silent blocks of the front levers can wear after 80-100 thousand km (9,000 rubles for the original lever).
• km, others travel to repair more than 150,000 km.
• Due to wear, the pads tightens the rope strongly, and the threaded rod leaves the working range.
• As a preventive measure, it is recommended to periodically monitor the condition of the pads and adjust them as they wear.

Other problems and malfunctions

• Claims for corrosion resistance of the body do not yet arise.
• However, there is one problem place – the edge of the roof above the windshield.
• It often forms chips, and after a while the paint swells, or even rust appears.
• In Santa Fe 2012-2014 release often observed problems with the operation of daytime running lights.
• The reason is strong heating and detachment of resistors in the control module of the DHO. The cost of repair is about 3 000 rubles.
• Poor tightness and corrosion cause the release of the boot opening button (2,700 rubles) and the rear view camera (1-2 thousand rubles for an analogue).

The conclusion is one. In the secondary market, it is better to look at the restyled Hyundai Santa Fe / Grand Santa Fe. Although statistics on them are still scarce, they at least did not appear in the reports of emergency incidents.

• Spectacular Hyundai Santa Fe of the third generation (with the DM index) fell to the taste not only of the domestic buyer, but also of the foreign one.
• Engines: According to some reports, oil nozzles were added in 2018 to further cool problem areas. Diesel 2.
• Before the repair of automatic transmission, it came only in samples of 2012-2013.
• All-wheel drive system: km of corrosion destroys the slits of the intermediate shaft and the transfer case connection to the box.
• Driving: In the running room, most often complaints are caused by the steering. After 40-80 thousand km, knocking is detected.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Claims for corrosion resistance of the body do not yet arise.

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