Santa Fe L4-2.4L (2001)
Seals and Gaskets: Customer Interest
A/T, Drivetrain - Fluid Leak Between A/T & Transfer Case
Group TRANSAXLE
Number 09-AT-015-1
Date: SEPTEMBER, 2009
Model
2001-09 SANTA FE 4WD
2005-09 TUCSON 4WD
Subject
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OIL LEAK BETWEEN TRANSAXLE AND TRANSFER CASE
This TSB replaces TSB 09-AT-015 to correct applicable vehicles.
DESCRIPTION:
If a Santa Fe 4WD or Tucson 4WD vehicle has an oil leak between the transaxle and transfer case, follow the repair procedure shown below.
APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
2001~06 (SM) Santa Fe 2.7L & 3.5L 4WD
2007~09 (CM) Santa Fe 3.3L 4WD
2005~09 (JM) Tucson 2.7L 4WD
PARTS INFORMATION
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
1. Inspect the area of the leakage to determine the source of the leak. If the leaking fluid is:
^ ATF (red color, thin oil): Go to Step 2
^ 80W/90 gear oil (brown color, thick oil): Go to Step 11
ATF LEAK FROM THE TRANSAXLE (RED COLOR, THIN OIL):
2. If ATF is leaking from the transaxle, refer to TSB 02-50-006 and remove the transfer case.
3. Inspect the inner and outer seal for damage using a small flashlight and a finger.
