How to Maintain Power Steering Fluid Levels in a Hyundai Santa Fe
- 1). Check the power steering fluid when you check other fluid levels on your Hyundai Santa Fe for every 15,000 to 30,000 miles. Check the levels of your power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid and coolant as well.
- 2). Park your vehicle on a level surface when preparing to perform a fluid check, and wait for the engine to cool. Warm power steering fluid or an inclined surface can result in an inaccurate reading of the power steering fluid level.
- 3). Locate the power steering fluid reservoir in the engine department. The power steering fluid reservoir should be clearly labeled, as are the fluid level markings on the reservoir.
- 4). Check that the power steering fluid is higher than the low level mark and remove the cap and add fluid to the reservoir if necessary. Add fluid slowly to avoid filing the reservoir over the maximum level mark.
- 5). Inspect the other power steering components like hoses and clamps when you check the power steering fluid levels, looking for worn, broken or cracked places that might result in a leak.
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