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So my question is, exactly how do I keep my Santa Fe from shifting into overdrive? There is no button present to prevent this from happening. Do I have to use the Sport Shifting Feature for every trip? I'm on the east coast so I won't be climbing any mountains to speak of. What is the danger, if any, of just hitching up and taking off without worrying about this.
On a similar thread, there is a small "oil cooler" set up that is placed in the front of the radiator off to the right. Is this a Transmission Cooler?
Thanks
Thanks for your help.
Guy
They come with a plastic spacer, which when installed, tends to contact the release mechanism where the air hose enters the bag, causing it to deflate. I'd taken those out, which seemed to solve the issue - until my last trip, where they deflated on me again. The service center that installed them for me has suggested that the upper bump-stops inside the rear coils need to be cut back as well, as they're contacting the hose release as well when the suspension is under compression.
I'll let you know how it goes...
I have an 07 Sante Fe Limited AWD, no trailer prep. Hyundai does not offer any aftermarket kit (other than hitch/wiring harness). I was thinking of adding an aftermarket transmission cooler so I could tow a boat I am thinking of buying (1800lb dry weight + trailer, I'm figuring 3000 lb). I will add brakes to trailer. Any opinions on whether that would work? I searched through these forums and saw the factory towing package also had beefier radiator and fans, but thinking that the thing I'd be worried about breaking was the transmission, so the tranny cooler should solve that? I'm not going to be towing more than 2 hrs, most times less than half hour to the local lake.
Also, what's the logic behind the extra 1000 lbs alloted for boat trailer towing listed in owners manual? It says max w/o towing package is 2,000 lb, then beneath that says boat trailer weight is max towing weight +1000 lb. Does this mean I could tow my 3000 lb boat w/o a towing package? If this is true, then sems like adding the trans cooler would give me enough headroom to be able to tow without frying my transmission...(What's the difference between a 3000 lb boat and a 3.000 camper?)
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Jim
Thanks for the help
John
Road noise has been a problem with the tires and rotate mine every 4-5K miles to ensure even wear. Be sure the have your alignment checked on all wheels when you get the new tires. I replaced the factory tires at 46,825 miles.
would like to talk more drop me a line [email protected]. thanks
Is there monroe air shock that works for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe ?
New to Santa Fe's and towing. Will be purchasing a camper trailer (< 3000#) and there are so many new/used Santa Fe's to choose from. Are the newer models better with better engines or do any of you have success with the 2.7 engines. THANKS!
Lani
Go for the bigger, V6 engine (3.5) if you plan to tow a camper. If you were simply using a bike carrier in the tow hitch, the smaller engine would be fine. In normal driving, I still get about 22 mph overall with my V6 Santa Fe. Actually love my SF and it passes the ultimate test of a vehicle...I would buy it again. Hope this helps.
Pete
Anyone have information?
I too have a SF with a rear sagging problem. My last resort currently is also the air bags.
How are they performing?
Do you recommend them?
Did you install them yourself? Would you do it again?
Nib1
All 3.3L v6 Santa Fe come with prewired trailer. Most local dealerships don't have the hitch and when they do its over $500 to aquire/install.
I found the the entire solution at (etrailer.com) for $246 delivered to my door for a 6000lbs hitch, wiring pre connect , Non drill bracket and Universal plug.
You can probably find these parts scattered other places on the net, but its one stop shopping and a very competitive price, Free Shipping.
Anyone looking to add a hitch to there Newest Santa Fe (Not Sport but Long wheel base) should check out the homework I did and benefit.
(I have no affiliation with trailer)
Parts:
C13153 Hitch
118269 Wiring
18140 no drill mount
C57674 Quality 4/7 pole hook up.
Instructions say, its an easy do it yourself installation. No moving exhaust or lowering tire. No drilling. Will have to drop by Harbor Freight and pick up a Torch Wrench and some electrical tape, and that is it.
Worthy of your 37k vehicle
Can someone help me with a towing question. I have a 2010 Santa Fe and I want to buy and tow a lightweight travel trailer to Alaska. It is my understanding that this model and year is rated for 2000lbs. I have looked everywhere on the websites trying to find out if there is some kind of towing package upgrade that will change this to a higher rating. It is almost impossible to tow anything with only 2000lbs, unless it is no bigger then a cardboard box. What changes would need to be done to make it safe? I love my Santa Fe and do not want to trade it in. Thanks for anyone's direction on this.
What you need to consider is the trailer total weight, frontal area, and tongue weight. Usually a standard tow package relates to cooling, hitch, and wiring. Even a small travel trailer, unless it's a pop up has a large frontal area which creates a lot of drag. At minimum I'd look into an external transmission cooler. Plus any gear and people you carry will eat into your towing capacity.
If your Santa Fe has a v6, it should safely handle a small trailer up to 3,500lbs or so. If it's a 4cyl model, then you really will be limited, particularly if attempting to tow long distances.