Hyundai Santa FE 2006 2.2 diesel service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
For regular oil change Hyundai Santa FE 2006 2.2 diesel takes approx. 5.9 litres of oil, 6.5 litres is total engine oil capacity.
Oil change interval is 15,000 km or one year, whichever comes first.
Recommended oil type (Oil Viscosity Classification SAE) is 5W-30, 5W-40

Air filter

Replacement interval for the air filter is 15,000 km.
After prolonged driving in particularly dusty conditions, it is advisable to check the condition of the air filter earlier and replace it if the filter is visibly dirty.

Fuel filter

Hyundai Santa FE 2.2 diesel fuel filter replacement interval: 30,000 km

Glow plugs

Glow plugs change interval is 120,000 km.

Timing belt

Manufacturers recommended timing belt replacement interval for Hyundai Santa FE 2.2 diesel is 90,000 km.
Based on practical experience, recommended Hyundai Santa Fe 2006 2.2 CRDi VGT 2WD timing belt change interval is 60,000 km when belt should be replaced, or at least periodically check the belt's condition after this mileage and replace it at the first sign of damage.
Running your car in aggressive environments (e.g. salt, sand, etc.) causes timing belt to degrade faster and reduces its lifespan; under such conditions, the belt may need to be replaced sooner.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Hyundai Santa FE 2.2 diesel is 90,000 km or 5 years, whichever comes first.