Hyundai Tucson - Korean crossover with front or four-wheel drive... The first generation model rolled off the assembly line in 2004. The car successfully competed with the Toyota RAV-4 and Honda cr-v that time. The Tucson engine range consisted of atmospheric gasoline internal combustion engines with a volume of 2.0 and 2.7 liters, with a capacity of 140-175 liters. with. A 2.0 liter diesel engine (113-150 hp) was also available. For basic configurations was relevant manual gearbox, while the top-end versions received a four-speed "automatic". On the Russian market, it was possible to purchase only the all-wheel drive Tucson. V basic configuration the crossover cost 26 thousand dollars.
In 2009, the release of the second generation Hyundai Tucson was announced. Model saved original name for the USA and Korea, but in Russia this version was known as ix35. From the technical and design side, the second Tucson was significantly ahead of its predecessor. In the basic version, the car was equipped with two-liter engine with a capacity of 165 liters. with. In Korea, a 2.0 liter diesel version was also presented. with a capacity of 184 liters. with. Modifications with a 2.4-liter engine (170 hp) were supplied to America. Drive type - front or full. In addition to the manual transmission, for the first time for the Tucson / ix35, a six-speed automatic was provided. Moreover, Hyundai still produced a hydrogen version of the FCEW, but it was only available in the United States. In 2015, the third generation Hyundai Tucson was announced. In this generation, the model received the former name Tucson, including for the Russian Federation. The car is produced in the Czech Republic, as well as in the Russian Kaliningrad. In the Russian Federation, versions are available with gasoline and diesel engines... The basic version is with a gasoline 2-liter internal combustion engine, front-wheel drive and manual transmission. Such a car costs 1 million 444 thousand rubles. Prices for complete sets with all-wheel drive and a similar internal combustion engine start at 1 million 694 thousand rubles. The automatic transmission is available in the "base" in versions for 1 million 784 thousand rubles. and higher.
Let's consider in detail what volume transmission oil suitable for Hyundai Tucson of various generations.
Generation 1 (2004-2010)
- The volume of oil in an automatic transmission with a motor 2.7 - 7.8 liters.
Generation 2 (2010-2015)
- The volume of oil in an automatic transmission with a 2.0 engine is 7.8 liters.
- The volume of oil in an automatic transmission with a 2.4 engine - 7.8 liters.
Generation 3 (since 2010)
- The volume of oil in an automatic transmission with an engine of 1.6 - 8 liters.
- The volume of oil in an automatic transmission with a 2.0 engine is 8 liters.
What oil is required for an automatic transmission Hyundai Tucson
Below is a list with motors and characteristics engine oil for Hyundai automatic transmission Tucson of various generations.
Generation 1 (2004-2010)
- Oil in automatic transmission with motor 2.7 - Hyundai ATF SP-III; Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III.
Generation 2 (2010-2015)
- Oil in automatic transmission with engine 2.0 - Hyundai ATF SP-III; Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III.
- Oil in automatic transmission with engine 2.4 - Hyundai ATF SP-III; Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III.
Generation 3 (since 2010)
- Oil in automatic transmission with engine 1.6 - Hyundai ATF SP-III; Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III.
- Oil in automatic transmission with engine 2.0 - Hyundai ATF SP-III; Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III.
As in any car in Hyundai Tucson, the gearbox has an oil that needs to be changed periodically. Therefore, in this article, we will consider the process of changing the oil in the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission, the choice of oil, analogues that can be poured, the reasons for the replacement and recommendations.
Replacement video
The video will tell you how to properly replace the automatic transmission oil, and also tell you about the intricacies and nuances of the procedure
Automatic transmission oil change process
Although there are now dedicated amateur-grade hardware replacement units, they are not so easy to operate, plus their efficiency is much lower compared to professional equipment. There is no sense in buying such a complex. It is cheaper to go to a good car service and use their services to displace old grease from the gearbox.
Therefore, to work in a garage, you need to take:
- a set of keys;
- screwdrivers;
- new transmission oil;
- drain plug gasket;
- empty container for draining mining;
- rags;
- overalls.
A standard set that is used for any cars where you need to change the gearbox oils on your own.
The design of Hyundai Tussan is well thought out for the convenience of car owners. Therefore, you can easily access all the elements where you need to change consumables.
The only exception is the transmission filter. It is considered non-replaceable, that is, it remains in the automatic transmission for the entire service life of the transmission. There are times when the box fails and you have to change the filter. This rarely happens, but then it is necessary to remove and disassemble the automatic transmission. There is no other way to remove the filter.
So, let's start changing the oil in the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission:
Replacement frequency
The South Korean auto company is good at adapting its cars for Russian market... Many models are assembled on the territory of Russia, which somewhat reduces the cost of cars and allows them to better adapt to our realities.
In the case of the Hyundai Tussan crossover model, changing the oil in the automatic transmission is mandatory. In this case, there are two main criteria for choosing the service interval:
- official operating manual;
- real experience of car owners.
If you look at the manual that is attached to the Hyundai Tucson SUV, you will see a figure of 90 thousand kilometers there. This is how much the car manufacturer allows to operate the car after the change. working fluid v automatic transmission.
But the value of 90 thousand kilometers is not true for most cases. Here, an amendment is made for difficult climatic conditions, not the best quality of road surfaces. But this is not enough. Only with measured driving and living in a region with a temperate climate, where the roads are also in good condition, can you drive these 90 thousand kilometers without changing the oil in the automatic transmission.
Automatic transmission oil.
In fact, as the practice of car owners shows, real mileage between grease changes in an automatic transmission is 50-60 thousand kilometers. If you change the oil earlier, the car will only benefit from this. And it is not worth delaying with changing the fluid, because problems begin on worn out oil, friction increases, the box overheats and eventually fails.
To prevent the development of problems with the gearbox, try to change the oil in Hyundai Tucson on time and use only high-quality lubricants.
Each car owner pours into his Tussan what he sees fit. Not everyone follows the manufacturer's recommendations for using the original oil.
For an automatic transmission, it is better to pour the oil indicated in the manual. Or as close as possible to it in quality and characteristics.
Practice shows that Hyundai Tucson owners pour oils of different names into automatic transmissions, but the same in essence. There is one interesting feature here in the oil change on Tucsons. The market offers a fairly wide range of gearbox oils from different manufacturers and under different names... But in fact, these are identical compositions.
Therefore, you can choose among the following options:
- Hyundai ATF SP III (this is the original composition that is poured into Tucson by default from the factory);
- Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF;
- ATF SP III from ZIC;
- Diamond ATF SP III;
- SK ATF;
- Mannol ATF SP III;
- Dexron III;
- Mercon V;
- DiaQueen ATF SP-III under the Mitsubishi brand;
- BP Autran SP-III.
The names of the oils are really different. But in fact, all this was developed for Hyundai and Mitsubishi cars. There is no point in pondering which of the presented transmission oils is better.
If the owner of the Hyundai Tucson crossover has already poured the original composition, then after pouring any of the presented alternative solutions, he will not feel the changes. Indeed, in fact, it is one and the same oil.
The only question is the price. Some formulations are more expensive, while others are slightly cheaper. Use what you find. But don't forget the golden rule. You can add oil, but absolutely not mix.
Automatic boxes on Tussan are not very picky in terms of the quality of lubrication. If you buy a compound that meets the requirements and specifications of the transmission, the transmission will work perfectly and without any problems. But it is not recommended to fill in cheap oils that differ in characteristics.
In the case of automatic transmission, you need to be more careful. The machines fail more often depending on what kind of oil you put in Tussan. There is no need to save money here. Buy the original composition under any name you like.
- it is specially designed for this type of automatic transmission and a car;
- has a special chemical structure that protects parts;
- the technical and technological properties of the oil are in line with the plant's standards;
- prevents early wear of parts.
The oil in the gearbox is designed to cool the elements and lubricate them, but due to heating, it loses its original properties, which serves as an excuse to replace it.
Output
Having considered the process of replacing and selecting oil, it is worth noting that in this case, the manufacturer Hyundai Tucson is right that it is better to pour original oil, although it is more expensive. On the protection of automatic transmission elements, one should not save money and neglect all technical safety measures.
Since its first appearance, the Hyundai Tucson crossover from the South Korean automaker has quickly gained popularity.
The car has good external data, although the first generation looks much worse than the latest version of the SUV. But they value cars for build quality, reliability power units and quite good.
Buyers are offered a choice of automatic and mechanical transmissions... Traditionally, manual transmissions have proven to be more reliable and durable due to the smaller number of elements when compared with automatic boxes.
But if you change the oil in the automatic transmission on the Hyundai Tussan on time, monitor the condition of the box and alternate the methods of changing the working fluid, the transmission will last a long time and will not require expensive repairs.
Replacement frequency
The South Korean auto company is adapting its cars well to the Russian market. Many models are assembled on the territory of Russia, which somewhat reduces the cost of cars and allows them to better adapt to our realities.
In the case of the Hyundai Tussan crossover model, changing the oil in the automatic transmission is mandatory. In this case, there are two main criteria for choosing the service interval:
- official operating manual;
- real experience of car owners.
If you look at the manual that is attached to the Hyundai Tucson SUV, you will see a figure of 90 thousand kilometers there. This is how much the automaker allows to operate the car after changing the working fluid in the automatic transmission.
But the value of 90 thousand kilometers is not true for most cases. Here, an amendment is made for difficult climatic conditions, not the best quality of road surfaces. But this is not enough. Only with measured driving and living in a region with a temperate climate, where the roads are also in good condition, can you drive these 90 thousand kilometers without an automatic transmission.
In fact, as the practice of car owners shows, the real mileage between grease changes in an automatic transmission is 50-60 thousand kilometers. If you change the oil earlier, the car will only benefit from this. And it is not worth delaying with changing the fluid, because problems begin on worn-out oil, friction increases, the box overheats and eventually fails.
In order to prevent the development of problems with the gearbox, try to change the oil in Hyundai Tucson on time and use only high-quality ones.
Each car owner pours into his Tussan what he sees fit. Not everyone follows the manufacturer's recommendations for using the original oil.
For an automatic transmission, it is better to pour the oil indicated in the manual. Or as close as possible to it in quality and characteristics.
Practice shows that Hyundai Tucson owners pour oils of different names into automatic transmissions, but the same in essence. There is one interesting feature here in the oil change on Tucsons. The market offers a fairly wide range of gearbox oils from different manufacturers and under different names. But in fact, these are identical compositions.
Therefore, you can choose among the following options:
- Hyundai ATF SP III (this is the original composition that is poured into Tucson by default from the factory);
- Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF;
- ATF SP III from ZIC;
- Diamond ATF SP III;
- SK ATF;
- Mannol ATF SP III;
- Dexron III;
- Mercon V;
- DiaQueen ATF SP-III under the Mitsubishi brand;
- BP Autran SP-III.
The names of the oils are really different. But in fact, all this was developed for Hyundai and Mitsubishi cars. There is no point in pondering which of the presented transmission oils is better.
If the owner of the Hyundai Tucson crossover has already poured the original composition, then after pouring any of the presented alternative solutions, he will not feel the changes. Indeed, in fact, it is one and the same oil.
The only question is the price. Some formulations are more expensive, while others are slightly cheaper. Use what you find. But don't forget the golden rule. You can add oil, but absolutely not mix.
Automatic boxes on Tussan are not very picky in terms of the quality of lubrication. If you buy a compound that meets the requirements and specifications of the transmission, the transmission will work perfectly and without any problems. But it is not recommended to fill in cheap oils that differ in characteristics.
In the case of automatic transmission, you need to be more careful. The machines fail more often depending on what kind of oil you put in Tussan. There is no need to save money here. Buy the original composition under any name you like.
Required volume
When planning to pour new oil into the gearbox of your Hyundai Tucson or Tussan crossover, as you prefer, you need to decide on its amount.
This is directly related to which replacement method you choose. At partial replacement a 5 liter canister will suffice, since usually no more than 4.8 liters comes out. old grease.
If you want to flush and clean the system by completely changing the fluid in the automatic transmission crankcase, then buy 12-14 liters. Method complete replacement provides for the use of the principle of displacement.
Himself filling volume on Hyundai Tussan cars with automatic transmissions is 7.8 liters.
Materials and tools
Self-change of oil in an automatic transmission on Hyundai Tucson provides only a partial method.
Although there are now dedicated amateur-grade hardware replacement units, they are not so easy to operate, plus their efficiency is much lower compared to professional equipment. There is no sense in buying such a complex. It is cheaper to go to a good car service and use their services to displace old grease from the gearbox.
Therefore, to work in a garage, you need to take:
- a set of keys;
- screwdrivers;
- new transmission oil;
- drain plug gasket;
- empty container for draining mining;
- rags;
- overalls.
A standard set that is used for any cars where you need to change the gearbox oils on your own.
The design of Hyundai Tussan is well thought out for the convenience of car owners. Therefore, you can easily access all the elements where you need to change consumables.
The only exception is the transmission filter. It is considered non-replaceable, that is, it remains in the automatic transmission for the entire service life of the transmission. There are times when the box fails and you have to change the filter. This rarely happens, but then it is necessary to remove and disassemble the automatic transmission. There is no other way to remove the filter.
Replacement methods
There are two main ways to change the Hyundai Tucson gearbox. It all depends on the state of the automatic transmission and whether you want to do the work yourself, or it is easier to entrust it to specialists.
Accordingly, there are 2 methods of replacement.
- Partial. Provides for draining part of the fluid from the automatic transmission crankcase. The disadvantage of this method is that it is impossible to completely remove the old grease. For a complete replacement, you will need to repeat the procedure several times at short intervals.
- Full. For this, special installations are used, which, by displacement, replace the old oil with new one. At the same time, you can flush the system special fluids to remove all deposits and carbon deposits from the surfaces of automatic transmission parts. But the service is quite expensive, plus you will need almost double the filling volume of oil.
Consider how the procedure is carried out using two methods using the example of Hyundai Tussan.
Step-by-step instruction
With a partial oil change in the gearbox, you must adhere to a certain sequence in your actions. This will avoid mistakes and drain as much of the old transmission fluid.
A step-by-step oil change looks like this:
- The car must be warmed up to operating temperatures. To do this, you can drive a few kilometers or start the engine on idle by moving the automatic transmission handle to different positions.
- When the oil is warmed up, it gives it the desired fluidity. Cold oil is more viscous, which will cause it to come out in small quantities when drained.
- Under the bottom of the car there is a crankcase protection, under which you will find a drain plug. The factory engine protector is held in place by 12 bolts. Additionally, there are a couple of caps. Take them off and take care of your eyes so that various debris does not start pouring out of the protection.
- More force may be required to unscrew the drain plug. Don't be scared if the plug won't budge at first. Over time, it sticks, which is why it is sometimes difficult to dismantle it.
- Unscrewing the plug, in parallel place an empty container under the drain hole, where the mining will flow. If the machine is on a level surface, you will be able to remove about 4.8 liters of grease from the crankcase. Considering that there are only 7.8 liters of oil in the automatic transmission oil sump, this indicator of partial replacement is quite good.
- When the oil stops dripping into the container, screw the cap back on. If it is deformed, it is better to replace the cover completely. Or, it is enough to simply change the gasket on it, if the cork itself looks normal and is suitable for further use.
- Now the oil change itself begins in the box of your Hyundai Tussan. To do this, take out the automatic transmission oil dipstick, and start pouring new grease through this hole. It is advisable to pour as much as it was possible to drain from the crankcase at the previous stage of work.
The advantage of replacing with a hardware method is that the work is done by specialists. Although this method is more costly from a financial point of view, it is necessary to periodically carry out a complete change of the transmission fluid in the automatic transmission.
The essence of hardware replacement is to connect a special installation. They are connected to the nozzles, and due to the operation of the pump under a certain pressure, the old grease is displaced, and a new one appears in its place.
Complete replacement with professional equipment requires 12 liters or more of new transmission oil. Since the prices for ATF fluid for Hyundai Tussan are not the lowest, it is easy to calculate how much such a procedure will cost. Don't forget to add the cost of the work itself.
The best solution for owners of Korean crossovers would be to alternate between the two methods of changing the transmission oil. If you carried out a hardware change of lubricant, then 1 - 2 subsequent replacements can be partially performed. Since the service interval of the automatic transmission is long, you do not have to deal with the transmission so often.
The main rule for a partial change is to use the same oil that is in the gearbox housing. By mixing the formulations of different manufacturers, you greatly risk the integrity and durability of the automatic transmission.
When the oil is changed, it is only necessary to check the level. There are instructions for this:
- the oil level in the automatic transmission on the Hyundai Tucson is checked on a warmed-up box (for this, it is enough to drive 10 kilometers after changing the fluid in the transmission);
- the gearbox is placed in neutral (N) and the engine starts;
- in this position, the dipstick should show the level between the marks marked HOT;
- There are Cold marks on the dipstick, but they are control marks.
When you have drained the oil, filled in a new one, started the engine and put the automatic gearbox selector in position N, look directly at the Cold mark. If the oil is between the marks of this zone, then you have filled in the correct amount of grease. Now drive 10 - 15 kilometers and carry out a control check at the HOT marks.
The scale on the cold oil dipstick is designed for fluid temperatures from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius.
In principle, there is no urgent need to go to a car service and carry out hardware replacement for Hyundai Tussan owners. The machine is designed in such a way that the box filter does not need to be changed if the car behaves normally and there are no breakdowns that require a complete disassembly of the automatic transmission.
Hardware replacement can be compensated for by repeating the partial transmission fluid change method. To do this, repeat the completed procedures several times with an interval of about 1000 - 1500 kilometers. You will have to use the same thing, but you can do the work yourself, without spending extra money on far from the cheapest service station services.
The automatic transmission is very popular with motorists primarily due to its reliability and ease of use. However, this mechanism, in comparison with the manual transmission, requires frequent diagnostics. The key to the long-term operation of the machine is a timely change ATF oils... At the same time, the driver can also change the fluid on his own. To do this, you do not need to contact a specialized car service. How to change the automatic transmission oil in a Hyundai Tucson car, read more in the article below.
Oil selection for Hyundai Tucson
The vast majority of motorists are aware of the advantages of an automatic transmission in a Hyundai Tucson car. This is comfort, increased engine resource, the ability to choose speed mode(sports, winter), as well as a smooth transition from one to another. To ensure the effective operation of such a design, a special process fluid is poured into the automatic transmission - ATF oil.
The lubricant performs a number of important functions: it creates a protective oily film on the surface of parts, preventing friction and premature wear, cools the mechanism, removes dirt and prevents blockages. At the same time, the automatic transmission needs frequent fluid changes.
According to the recommendations from the car manufacturer Hyundai Tucson, it is necessary to replace the fluid in the automatic transmission every 60 thousand kilometers. However, these figures do not correspond to the climatic conditions and road surface in the Russian area.
- the car often stands in traffic jams;
- the driver prefers an aggressive driving style of the vehicle;
- with frequent switching on of gears;
- if there are any faults in the automatic transmission mechanism.
But the value of 90 thousand kilometers is not true for most cases. Here, an amendment is made for difficult climatic conditions, not the best quality of road surfaces. But this is not enough. Only with measured driving and living in a region with a temperate climate, where the roads are also in good condition, can you drive these 90 thousand kilometers without changing the oil in the automatic transmission.
Signs of the need to change the ATF oil:
- feeling of vibration, ticking sound when working with automatic transmission;
- frequent slipping of the transmission;
- lack of traction.
Any driver, even a beginner, can independently replace the fluid in the automatic transmission. To do this, you only need to prepare the tools and purchase the necessary liquid.
- ATF SP III from ZIC;
- Diamond ATF SP III;
- SK ATF;
- Mannol ATF SP III;
- Dexron III;
- Mercon V;
- BP Autran SP-III.
Oil change process
Self-change of oil in an automatic transmission in a Hyundai Tucson car can be performed in two ways: in whole or in part. Which of the listed methods to choose is at the discretion of the driver.
A complete replacement is necessary if there are any malfunctions in the transmission, as well as if consumable darkened and acquired a burning smell.
Draining old oil from the tank
The transmission fluid freezes when the engine is inoperative. Such a solution will flow out very slowly, therefore it is recommended to pre-warm the motor for 10 minutes.
Step-by-step instructions for draining oil in an automatic transmission in a Hyundai Tucson car:
- Drive the car onto the overpass and turn off the engine;
- Disconnect the crankcase protection;
- Substitute an empty container and carefully open the drain hole. wait until all liquid has drained out of the system.
At this time, you can check the strength of the gaskets and rinse oil filter... Parts are replaced with new ones if necessary.
Pallet rinsing and swarf removal
In most cases, when changing the automatic transmission oil, it is also recommended to clean the engine and its removable parts from chips. For this, a special flushing liquid is used, which removes dirt from the sump, and also rinses the magnets.
Filling in new oil
In order to pour a new ATF fluid into a Hyundai Tussan car, you need to get the automatic transmission oil dipstick and use a watering can to pour 2.5 liters of new oil. Then its level is checked:
- on a warm engine, this indicator should be in the HOT / mark.To do this, start the engine and leave it to run for 10 minutes. If the amount is insufficient, the oil is topped up;
- after that, neutral gear starts and the engine starts again;
- in this position, the dipstick should show the level between the labels marked HOT and Cold.
Functions of ATF oil in automatic transmission Hundaya Tyukson:
- effective lubrication of rubbing surfaces and mechanisms;
- reduction of the mechanical load on the units;
- heat removal;
- removal of microparticles formed due to corrosion or wear of parts.
- wear of automatic transmission oil seals;
- wear of the surfaces of the shafts, the occurrence of a gap between the shaft and the sealing element;
- wear of the automatic transmission sealing element and the speedometer drive shaft;
- backlash input shaft Automatic transmission;
- damage to the sealing layer in the joints between the automatic transmission parts: pallet, automatic transmission housing, crankcase, clutch housing;
- loosening of the bolts that ensure the connection of the above parts of the automatic transmission;
Due to a lack of oil or poor-quality oil in the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission:
- plungers and channels of the valve body are clogged with mechanical particles, which leads to a shortage of oil in the packages and provokes wear of the sleeve, rubbing pump parts, etc.;
- steel transmission discs overheat and wear out quickly;
- rubberized pistons, thrust discs, clutch drum, etc; overheat and burn out;
- the valve body wears out and becomes unusable.
You can check the oil level in the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission using a dipstick. The oil dipstick has two pairs of marks - the upper pair Max and Min allows you to determine the level in hot oil, the lower pair - in cold oil. Using the dipstick, it is easy to check the condition of the oil: you need to drip oil onto a clean white cloth.
When choosing a Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission oil for replacement, a simple principle should be followed: it is best to use the oil recommended by Hyundai. In this case, instead of mineral oil, you can fill in semi-synthetic or synthetic, but in no case should you use oil "lower class" from the prescribed one.
Synthetic oil for automatic transmission Khundaya Tyukson is called "non-replaceable", it is poured for the entire service life of the car. Such oil does not lose its properties under the influence of high temperatures and is designed for a very long term use of Hyundai Tucson. But we must not forget about the appearance of mechanical suspension as a result of wear of the clutches with a very significant mileage. If the automatic transmission has been operated for some time in conditions of a lack of oil, it is required to check the degree of its contamination and, if necessary, replace it.
Ways to change the oil in the automatic transmission Hyundai Tucson:
- Partial oil change in the Hyundai Tucson box;
- Complete oil change in the Hyundai Tyukson box;
A complete oil change of the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission is carried out using an oil change unit in an automatic transmission, by specialists in the car service. In this case, you will need more oil ATF than the Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission can accommodate. One and a half or double volume of fresh ATF is used for flushing. The cost will be more expensive than partial replacement, and not every car service provides such a service.
Partial ATF oil change in Hyundai Tucson automatic transmission box according to a simplified scheme:
- Unscrew the drain plug, drain the old ATF oil;
- We unscrew the automatic transmission pan, which, in addition to the bolts holding it, is processed along the contour with a sealant.
- We get access to the automatic transmission filter, it is advisable to change it with each oil change, or rinse it.
- At the bottom of the pallet there are magnets that are necessary for collecting metal dust and shavings.
- We clean the magnets and rinse the pan, wipe dry.
- Install the automatic transmission filter in place.
- We install the automatic transmission pan in place, replacing the automatic transmission pan gasket if necessary.
- We tighten the drain plug, replacing the drain plug gasket for the automatic transmission.
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Do I need to change the oil in the automatic transmission?
You've probably heard of such a term as " maintenance-free automatic transmission". Very often this is guided by many services that do not know how / do not want to change the oil in the transmission. In fact, according to all international norms and rules, an oil change in an automatic transmission (ATF) and a filter is required every 50,000-60,000 km. In this case, the car owner asks himself the question - "What kind of replacement do I need? Partial or complete? "
Partial or complete oil change in automatic transmission?
Partial replacement (ATF renewal) is carried out without automatic transmission flushing. To carry out such work, on average, 4-5 liters and half an hour of time are required. The new oil is mixed with the old one, and the operation of the box becomes smoother. Many car enthusiasts believe that it is best to exercise extremely complete replacement ATF, with flushing of the system and displacement of the old fluid. We do not pursue the goal of earning as much as possible on our clients, but we warn about possible problems, and we recommend performing ONLY partial replacement in some cases.
For example, if the mileage of the car is more than 100,000 km, and the oil in the box has never changed, then such a replacement can negatively affect the operation of the automatic transmission, up to its complete failure. In cars with solid mileage, this is due to the fact that when the transmission fluid is completely replaced with automatic transmission flushing, various deposits are washed out throughout the system, which clog the oil channels, and without normal cooling, the box dies quickly enough. In this case, for maximum replacement of the old oil, 2-3 partial replacements should be made at intervals of 200-300 km. This will certainly not be comparable to a complete ATF replacement, but the percentage of fresh fluid will be 70-75%.
When is a complete ATF replacement carried out?
All of the above problems do not apply to car owners who are every 50,000-60,000 km. carried out routine oil changes in the transmission. In this case, a complete oil change in the automatic transmission allows the box to serve faithfully, and increases its resource by 150-200%.
Since its first appearance, the Hyundai Tucson crossover from the South Korean automaker has quickly gained popularity.
The car has good external data, although the first generation looks much worse than the latest version of the SUV. But they appreciate the car for the build quality, the reliability of the power units and are quite good.
Buyers are offered a choice of automatic and manual transmissions. Traditionally, manual transmissions have proven to be more reliable and durable due to the smaller number of elements when compared to automatic transmissions.
But if you change the oil in the automatic transmission on the Hyundai Tussan on time, monitor the condition of the box and alternate the methods of changing the working fluid, the transmission will last a long time and will not require expensive repairs.
Replacement frequency
The South Korean auto company is adapting its cars well to the Russian market. Many models are assembled on the territory of Russia, which somewhat reduces the cost of cars and allows them to better adapt to our realities.
In the case of the Hyundai Tussan crossover model, changing the oil in the automatic transmission is mandatory. In this case, there are two main criteria for choosing the service interval:
- official operating manual;
- real experience of car owners.
If you look at the manual that is attached to the Hyundai Tucson SUV, you will see a figure of 90 thousand kilometers there. This is how much the automaker allows to operate the car after changing the working fluid in the automatic transmission.
But the value of 90 thousand kilometers is not true for most cases. Here, an amendment is made for difficult climatic conditions, not the best quality of road surfaces. But this is not enough. Only with measured driving and living in a region with a temperate climate, where the roads are also in good condition, can you drive these 90 thousand kilometers without an automatic transmission.
In fact, as the practice of car owners shows, the real mileage between grease changes in an automatic transmission is 50-60 thousand kilometers. If you change the oil earlier, the car will only benefit from this. And it is not worth delaying with changing the fluid, because problems begin on worn-out oil, friction increases, the box overheats and eventually fails.
To prevent the development of problems with the gearbox, try to change the oil in Hyundai Tucson on time and use only high quality ones.
Each car owner pours into his Tussan what he sees fit. Not everyone follows the manufacturer's recommendations for using the original oil.
For an automatic transmission, it is better to pour the oil indicated in the manual. Or as close as possible to it in quality and characteristics.
Practice shows that Hyundai Tucson owners pour oils of different names into automatic transmissions, but the same in essence. There is one interesting feature here in the oil change on Tucsons. The market offers a fairly wide range of gearbox oils from different manufacturers and under different names. But in fact, these are identical compositions.
Therefore, you can choose among the following options:
- Hyundai ATF SP III (this is the original composition that is poured into Tucson by default from the factory);
- Petro-Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF;
- ATF SP III from ZIC;
- Diamond ATF SP III;
- SK ATF;
- Mannol ATF SP III;
- Dexron III;
- Mercon V;
- DiaQueen ATF SP-III under the Mitsubishi brand;
- BP Autran SP-III.
The names of the oils are really different. But in fact, all this was developed for Hyundai and Mitsubishi cars. There is no point in pondering which of the presented transmission oils is better.
If the owner of the Hyundai Tucson crossover has already poured the original composition, then after pouring any of the presented alternative solutions, he will not feel the changes. Indeed, in fact, it is one and the same oil.
The only question is the price. Some formulations are more expensive, while others are slightly cheaper. Use what you find. But don't forget the golden rule. You can add oil, but absolutely not mix.
Automatic boxes on Tussan are not very picky in terms of the quality of lubrication. If you buy a compound that meets the requirements and specifications of the transmission, the transmission will work perfectly and without any problems. But it is not recommended to fill in cheap oils that differ in characteristics.
In the case of automatic transmission, you need to be more careful. The machines fail more often depending on what kind of oil you put in Tussan. There is no need to save money here. Buy the original composition under any name you like.
Required volume
When planning to pour new oil into the gearbox of your Hyundai Tucson or Tussan crossover, as you prefer, you need to decide on its amount.
This is directly related to which replacement method you choose. With a partial replacement, a 5 liter canister will be sufficient, since usually no more than 4.8 liters comes out. old grease.
If you want to flush and clean the system by completely changing the fluid in the automatic transmission crankcase, then buy 12-14 liters. The complete replacement method involves the use of the displacement principle.
The very same filling volume on Hyundai Tussan cars with automatic transmissions is 7.8 liters.
Materials and tools
Self-change of oil in an automatic transmission on Hyundai Tucson provides only a partial method.
Although there are now dedicated amateur-grade hardware replacement units, they are not so easy to operate, plus their efficiency is much lower compared to professional equipment. There is no sense in buying such a complex. It is cheaper to go to a good car service and use their services to displace old grease from the gearbox.
Therefore, to work in a garage, you need to take:
- a set of keys;
- screwdrivers;
- new transmission oil;
- drain plug gasket;
- empty container for draining mining;
- rags;
- overalls.
A standard set that is used for any cars where you need to change the gearbox oils on your own.
The design of Hyundai Tussan is well thought out for the convenience of car owners. Therefore, you can easily access all the elements where you need to change consumables.
The only exception is the transmission filter. It is considered non-replaceable, that is, it remains in the automatic transmission for the entire service life of the transmission. There are times when the box fails and you have to change the filter. This rarely happens, but then it is necessary to remove and disassemble the automatic transmission. There is no other way to remove the filter.
Replacement methods
There are two main ways to change the Hyundai Tucson gearbox. It all depends on the state of the automatic transmission and whether you want to do the work yourself, or it is easier to entrust it to specialists.
Accordingly, there are 2 methods of replacement.
- Partial. Provides for draining part of the fluid from the automatic transmission crankcase. The disadvantage of this method is that it is impossible to completely remove the old grease. For a complete replacement, you will need to repeat the procedure several times at short intervals.
- Full. For this, special installations are used, which, by displacement, replace the old oil with new one. At the same time, you can flush the system with special fluids to remove all deposits and carbon deposits from the surfaces of automatic transmission parts. But the service is quite expensive, plus you will need almost double the filling volume of oil.
Consider how the procedure is carried out using two methods using the example of Hyundai Tussan.
Step-by-step instruction
With a partial oil change in the gearbox, you must adhere to a certain sequence in your actions. This will avoid mistakes and drain as much of the old transmission fluid as possible.
A step-by-step oil change looks like this:
- The car must be warmed up to operating temperatures. To do this, you can drive several kilometers or start the engine at idle speed by moving the automatic transmission handle to different positions.
- When the oil is warmed up, it gives it the desired fluidity. Cold oil is more viscous, which will cause it to come out in small quantities when drained.
- Under the bottom of the car there is a crankcase protection, under which you will find a drain plug. The factory engine protector is held in place by 12 bolts. Additionally, there are a couple of caps. Take them off and take care of your eyes so that various debris does not start pouring out of the protection.
- More force may be required to unscrew the drain plug. Don't be scared if the plug won't budge at first. Over time, it sticks, which is why it is sometimes difficult to dismantle it.
- Unscrewing the plug, in parallel place an empty container under the drain hole, where the mining will flow. If the machine is on a level surface, you will be able to remove about 4.8 liters of grease from the crankcase. Considering that there are only 7.8 liters of oil in the automatic transmission oil sump, this indicator of partial replacement is quite good.
- When the oil stops dripping into the container, screw the cap back on. If it is deformed, it is better to replace the cover completely. Or, it is enough to simply change the gasket on it, if the cork itself looks normal and is suitable for further use.
- Now the oil change itself begins in the box of your Hyundai Tussan. To do this, take out the automatic transmission oil dipstick, and start pouring new grease through this hole. It is advisable to pour as much as it was possible to drain from the crankcase at the previous stage of work.
The advantage of replacing with a hardware method is that the work is done by specialists. Although this method is more costly from a financial point of view, it is necessary to periodically carry out a complete change of the transmission fluid in the automatic transmission.
The essence of hardware replacement is to connect a special installation. They are connected to the nozzles, and due to the operation of the pump under a certain pressure, the old grease is displaced, and a new one appears in its place.
Complete replacement with professional equipment requires 12 liters or more of new transmission oil. Since the prices for ATF fluid for Hyundai Tussan are not the lowest, it is easy to calculate how much such a procedure will cost. Don't forget to add the cost of the work itself.
The best solution for owners of Korean crossovers would be to alternate between the two methods of changing the transmission oil. If you carried out a hardware change of lubricant, then 1 - 2 subsequent replacements can be partially performed. Since the service interval of the automatic transmission is long, you do not have to deal with the transmission so often.
The main rule for a partial change is to use the same oil that is in the gearbox housing. By mixing the formulations of different manufacturers, you greatly risk the integrity and durability of the automatic transmission.
When the oil is changed, it is only necessary to check the level. There are instructions for this:
- the oil level in the automatic transmission on the Hyundai Tucson is checked on a warmed-up box (for this, it is enough to drive 10 kilometers after changing the fluid in the transmission);
- the gearbox is placed in neutral (N) and the engine starts;
- in this position, the dipstick should show the level between the marks marked HOT;
- There are Cold marks on the dipstick, but they are control marks.
When you have drained the oil, filled in a new one, started the engine and put the automatic gearbox selector in position N, look directly at the Cold mark. If the oil is between the marks of this zone, then you have filled in the correct amount of grease. Now drive 10 - 15 kilometers and carry out a control check at the HOT marks.
The scale on the cold oil dipstick is designed for fluid temperatures from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius.
In principle, there is no urgent need to go to a car service and carry out hardware replacement for Hyundai Tussan owners. The machine is designed in such a way that the box filter does not need to be changed if the car behaves normally and there are no breakdowns that require a complete disassembly of the automatic transmission.
Hardware replacement can be compensated for by repeating the partial transmission fluid change method. To do this, repeat the completed procedures several times with an interval of about 1000 - 1500 kilometers. You will have to use the same thing, but you can do the work yourself, without spending extra money on far from the cheapest service station services.
Hyundai Tussan - compact crossover Korean and Russian production first introduced in 2004. The first generation was on the assembly line until 2010, then the production of the second generation Tussan began. This car was equipped with gasoline engine 2.0 l (166 hp), as well as a two-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 184 hp. with. In 2015, the Hyundai company introduced the world community to the third generation Hyundai Tussan. It is perfect new model, which is available with three engines to choose from: gasoline 2.0 (150 HP) and 1.6 L (177 HP), as well as a 185-horsepower 2.0-liter diesel engine.
Automatic transmission oil change schedule
According to the recommendations of experienced motorists and specialists, the frequency of oil change in the Hyundai Tussan automatic transmission is 60-100 thousand km. The manufacturer does not recommend performing procedures related to oil change, since it is designed for the entire service life of the vehicle. However, there are unfavorable conditions due to the variable climate, as well as taking into account the aggressive driving style, etc. If you do not change the oil in the automatic transmission in time, then you will have to face technical problems. Note the following signs of obsolete oil:
- The oil pressure in the line has dropped below normal. This is due to a number of reasons, among which we note a malfunction of the relief valve in the oil pump, dirty solenoids or valve body, and low level oil in the automatic transmission.
- In the process of gear shifting, slippage is possible
- On a long ascent, the last gear is engaged, slippage is possible, due to which the box goes down
- The car refuses to start moving
- Transmission is unable to shift to any speed from P or N positions
- During shifting, jolts are possible, the transmission is operational, but there is still no movement.
What kind of oil should be poured into the Hyundai Tussan automatic transmission
- Original - Hyundai ATF SP-III
- Alternative - Petro Canada Dura Drive MV Synthetic ATF, ZIC ATF SP-III
