Maintenance -> Owner Maintenance for Your Hyundai Tucson SUV 2020

OWNER MAINTENANCE  
The following lists are vehicle checks  
and inspections that should be per-  
formed by the owner or an author-  
ized HYUNDAI dealer at the frequen-  
cies indicated to help ensure safe,  
dependable operation of your vehi-  
cle.  
Any adverse conditions should be  
brought to the attention of your deal-  
er as soon as possible.  
If you must run the engine  
during maintenance, do so  
out doors or in an area with  
plenty of ventilation.  
Keep flames, sparks, or smok-  
ing materials away from the  
battery and fuel-related parts.  
WARNING  
Performing maintenance work  
on a vehicle can be dangerous.  
If you lack sufficient knowledge  
and experience or the proper  
tools and equipment to do the  
work, have it done by an author-  
ized HYUNDAI dealer. ALWAYS  
follow these precautions for  
performing maintenance work:  
Park your vehicle on level  
ground, move the shift lever  
into the P (Park) position,  
apply the parking brake, place  
the ignition switch in the  
LOCK/OFF position.  
These Owner Maintenance vehicle  
checks are generally not covered by  
warranties and you may be charged  
for labor, parts and lubricants used.  
Block the tires (front and  
back) to prevent the vehicle  
from moving.  
Remove loose clothing or jew-  
elry that can become entan-  
gled in moving parts.  
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Maintenance  
• Check the parking brake.  
While operating your vehicle:  
Owner Maintenance Schedule  
• Check for fluid leaks under your  
vehicle (water dripping from the air  
conditioning system during or after  
use is normal).  
• Note any changes in the sound of  
the exhaust or any smell of  
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.  
• Check for vibrations in the steering  
wheel. Notice if there is any  
increased steering effort or loose-  
ness in the steering wheel, or  
change in its straight-ahead posi-  
tion.  
• Notice if your vehicle constantly  
turns slightly or "pulls" to one side  
when traveling on smooth, level  
road.  
• When stopping, listen and check  
for unusual sounds, pulling to one  
side, increased brake pedal travel  
or "hard-to-push" brake pedal.  
When you stop for fuel:  
• Check the engine oil level.  
• Check the coolant level in the  
engine coolant reservoir.  
• Check the windshield washer fluid  
level.  
At least monthly:  
• Check coolant level in the engine  
coolant reservoir.  
• Check the operation of all exterior  
lights, including the brake lights,  
turn signals and hazard warning  
flashers.  
• Check the inflation pressures of all  
tires including the spare for tires  
that are worn, show uneven wear,  
or are damaged.  
• Check for tire for low or under-  
inflated tires.  
WARNING  
Be careful when checking your  
engine coolant level when the  
engine is hot.This may result in  
coolant being blown out of the  
opening and cause serious  
burns and other injuries.  
• Check for loose wheel lug nuts.  
• If any slipping or changes in the  
operation of your transmission  
occurs, check the transmission  
fluid level.  
• Check the automatic transmission  
P (Park) function.  
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At least twice a year:  
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)  
At least once a year:  
• Clean body and door drain holes.  
• Check radiator, heater and air con-  
ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-  
age.  
• Check windshield washer spray  
and wiper operation. Clean wiper  
blades with a clean cloth damp-  
ened with washer a fluid.  
• Check headlamp alignment.  
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,  
shields and clamps.  
• Lubricate door hinges and hood  
hinges.  
• Lubricate door and hood locks and  
latches.  
• Lubricate door rubber weather  
strips.  
• Check the air conditioning system.  
• Inspect and lubricate automatic  
transmission linkage and controls.  
• Clean the battery and terminals.  
• Check the brake fluid level.  
• Check the seat belts for wear and  
function.  
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