Timing System Hyundai Santa Fe III

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1. Disconnect the battery "-" terminal.
2. To release the tension, turn the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise then remove the drive belt (A). NOTE: When installing the drive belt, follow the below order. crankshaft pulley --> A/C compressor pulley --> Idler Pulley --> alternator pulley --> water pump pulley --> (power steering oil pump pulley [HPS type])--> drive belt auto tensioner pulley. Rotate the auto tensioner arm by turning the auto tensioner arm boss (B) counterclockwise using a wrench. After installing the drive belt to the auto tensioner pulley, slowly release the auto tensioner arm.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspect Drive Belt

Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords etc.

If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt.

Note. Cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the belt has chunks missing from the ribs, it should be replaced.

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Drive belt, Idler, Belt tensioner pulley

Check the idler for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary.

Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary.

Check the pulleys for vibration in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.

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1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to «DRIVE BELT»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
2. Remove the drive belt idler (A). Tightening torque: 53.9 ~ 57.9 N.m (5.5 ~ 5.9 kgf.m, 39.8 ~ 42.7 lb-ft)
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

1. Check the idler for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary.
2. Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary.
3. Check belt for maintenance and abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
4. Check the pulleys for vibration in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.

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1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to «DRIVE BELT»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
2. Remove the drive belt auto tensioner (A). Tightening torque Bolt (B): 81.4 ~ 85.3 N.m (8.3 ~ 8.7 kgf.m, 60.0 ~ 62.9 lb-ft) Bolt (C): 17.7 ~ 21.6 N.m (1.8 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.0 ~ 15.9 b-ft)
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

1. Check the idler for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary.
2. Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary.
3. Check belt for maintenance and abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
4. Check the pulleys for vibration in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.

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Removal and Installation

Note. Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.

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1. Remove the battery and battery tray.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly. Refer to «AIR CLEANER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/exhaust/#intake-and-exhaust-system) .
4. Remove the engine room under cover.
5. Remove the front muffler. Refer to «MUFFLER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/exhaust/#intake-and-exhaust-system) .
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley (A). Tightening torque: 284.5 ~ 304.1 N.m (29 ~ 31 kgf.m, 209.8 ~ 224.2 lb-ft) NOTE: There are two methods to hold the ring gear when installing or removing the crankshaft damper pulley. Install the SST (09231-2B100) to hold the ring gear after removing the starter. Install the SST (09231-3D100, 09231-2W100) to hold the ring gear after removing the dust cover. Remove the front muffler. Refer to «MUFFLER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/exhaust/#intake-and-exhaust-system) . Remove the dust cover (A) on the bottom of the upper oil pan and unfasten the two transaxle mounting bolts (B). Adjust the length of the holder nuts (A) so that the front plate of the holder (B) puts in the ring gear (C) teeth. Fasten the two transaxle mounting bolts in the original mounted holes. Install the SST (09231-3D100, 09231-2W100) using the two mounting bolts. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the holder securely.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

1. Check the idler for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary.
2. Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary.
3. Check belt for maintenance and abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
4. Check the pulleys for vibration in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.

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1. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley. Refer to «CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
2. Remove the front oil seal (A).

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1. Using SST (09231-3C100), install timing chain cover oil seal. NOTE: Always use new oil seal.
2. Install the crankshaft damper pulley. Refer to «CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .

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1. Remove the LH/RH cylinder head cover. Refer to «CYLINDER HEAD COVER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#cylinder-head-assembly) .
2. Remove the lower oil pan. Refer to «OIL PAN»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication-system) .
3. Remove the drive belt auto tensioner. Refer to «DRIVE BELT TENSIONER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
4. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley. Refer to «CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
5. Remove the engine mounting support bracket. Refer to «ENGINE MOUNTING»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#engine-and-transmission-assembly) .
6. Lift up the engine assembly slightly by using a jack to get access to the side of engine.
7. Remove the water pump and gasket. Refer to «WATER PUMP»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-system) .
8. Remove the timing chain cover (A). CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of cylinder block, cylinder head and timing chain cover.

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1. Install the timing chain cover. The sealant locations on chain cover and on counter parts (cylinder head, cylinder block, and lower oil pan) must be free of engine oil and etc. Before assembling the timing chain cover, the liquid sealant THREE BOND 1217H (Hyundai Gray RTV) should be applied on the gap between cylinder head and cylinder block. The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied. Bead width : 2.5 mm (0.1 in.) After applying liquid sealant THREE BOND 1217H (Hyundai Gray RTV) on timing chain cover. The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied. Sealant should be applied without discontinuity. NOTE: Fill the T-joint area (6EA *) with sealant. Apply sealant all around the dowel pin hole (2EA). Install the new gasket (A) to the timing chain cover. NOTE: During timing cover installation, care not to take off applied sealant on the timing cover by contact with other parts. The dowel pins on the cylinder block and holes on the timing chain cover should be used as a reference in order to assemble the timing chain cover to be in exact position. Tightening torque A (17EA): 18.6 ~ 21.6 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9 lb-ft) B (2EA): 24.5 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.5 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 18.1 ~ 19.5 lb-ft) C (1EA): 58.8 ~ 68.8 N.m (6.0 ~ 7.0 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 50.6 lb-ft) D (1EA): 58.8 ~ 68.8 N.m (6.0 ~ 7.0 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 50.6 lb-ft) E (3EA): 9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft) Running the engine or performing a pressure test should not be performed within 30 minutes of assembly.
2. Install the front oil seal. Refer to «FRONT OIL SEAL»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
3. Install all other parts in reverse order of removal.

Note. Refill engine oil. Refill radiator and reservoir tank with engine coolant. Bleed air from the cooling system. Start engine and let it run until it warms up. (Until the radiator fan operates 3 or 4 times.) Turn Off the engine and let it cool down. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. This will allow trapped air to be removed from the cooling system. Put radiator cap on tightly, then run the engine again and check for leaks. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Assemble and then apply grease to prevent corrosion. Inspect for fuel leakage. After assembling the fuel line, turn on the ignition switch (do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for approximately two seconds and fuel line pressurizes. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel lines.

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1. Set No. 1 cylinder to TDC/compression. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise and align its groove with the timing mark "T" of the lower timing chain cover. Check that the mark of the camshaft timing sprockets are in straight line on the cylinder head surface as shown in the illustration. If not, turn the crankshaft clockwise one revolution (360°). NOTE: Do not rotate engine counterclockwise.
2. Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to «TIMING CHAIN COVER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) . CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of cylinder block, cylinder head and timing chain cover. NOTE: Before removing the timing chain, mark the RH/LH timing chain with an identification based on the location of the sprocket because the identification mark on the chain for TDC (Top Dead Center) can be erased.
3. Remove the oil pump chain cover (A).
4. Remove the oil pump chain tensioner assembly (A).
5. Release the ratchet by pulling the link down using a thin rod. Compress the piston and then insert a stopper pin into the hole on the ratchet to hold the compressed piston.
6. Remove the RH timing chain cam to cam guide (A).
7. Remove the RH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and the RH timing chain tensioner arm (B).
8. Remove the RH timing chain guide (A).
9. Remove the RH timing chain (A).
10. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (A) (RH camshaft drive).
11. Remove the oil pump chain sprocket (A) and oil pump chain (B).
12. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (A) (Oil pump drive).
13. Release the ratchet by pulling the link down using a thin rod. Compress the piston and then insert a stopper pin into the hole on the ratchet to hold the compressed piston.
14. Remove the LH timing chain cam to cam guide (A).
15. Remove the LH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and LH timing chain tensioner arm (B).
16. Remove the LH timing chain guide (A).
17. Remove the LH timing chain (A).
18. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (A). (LH camshaft drive).
19. Remove the tensioner adapter assembly (A).

Sprockets, Chain Tensioner, Chain Guide, Chain Tensioner Arm

1. Check the camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary
2. Inspect the tensioner arm and chain guide for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary.
3. Check that the tensioner piston moves smoothly when the ratchet pawl is released with thin rod.

1. Check the idler for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary.
2. Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary.
3. Check belt for maintenance and abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
4. Check the pulleys for vibration in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.

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1. Install the jack to the edge of upper oil pan to support the engine. NOTE: Insert the rubber block between jack and upper oil pan.
2. The key (A) of crankshaft should be aligned with the timing mark (B) of block. As a result of this, the piston of No. 1 cylinder is placed at the top dead center on compression stroke.
3. Install the tensioner adapter assembly (A).
4. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A). (LH camshaft drive).
5. Install the LH timing chain (A). NOTE: To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure. Crankshaft sprocket --> Timing chain guide --> Exhaust camshaft sprocket --> Intake camshaft sprocket. The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.
6. Install the LH timing chain guide (A). Tightening torque: 19.6 ~ 24.5N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 18.1lb-ft)
7. Install the LH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and LH timing chain tensioner arm (B). Tightening torque 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft) 18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)
8. Install the LH timing chain cam to cam guide (A). Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
9. Pull out the pins of LH timing chain auto tensioner.
10. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A) (Oil pump drive).
11. Install the oil pump chain sprocket (A) and oil pump chain (B). Tightening torque: 18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)
12. Install the RH timing chain (A). NOTE: To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure. Crankshaft sprocket --> Timing chain guide --> Intake camshaft sprocket --> Exhaust camshaft sprocket. The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.
13. Install the RH timing chain guide (A). Tightening torque: 19.6 ~ 24.5N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 18.1lb-ft)
14. Install the RH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and the RH timing chain tensioner arm (B). Tightening torque 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft) 18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)
15. Install the RH timing chain cam to cam guide (A). Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
16. Pull out the pins of RH timing chain auto tensioner.
17. Install the oil pump chain tensioner assembly (A). Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
18. Install the oil pump chain cover (A). Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
19. After rotating the crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction (clockwise viewed from front), confirm the timing mark. NOTE: Always turn the crankshaft clockwise. Turning the crankshaft counter clockwise before building up oil pressure in the hydraulic timing chain tensioner may result in the chain disengaging from the sprocket teeth.
20. Install the timing chain cover. Refer to «TIMING CHAIN COVER»(/hyundai/santa-fe/iii-2012-2016/remont/mechanical/#timing-system) .
21. Install the other parts reverse order of removal. NOTE: Refill engine oil. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Assemble and then apply grease to prevent corrosion. Inspect for fuel leakage. After assembling the fuel line, turn on the ignition switch (do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for approximately two seconds and fuel line pressurizes. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel lines. Refill radiator and reservoir tank with engine coolant. Bleed air from the cooling system. Start engine and let it run until it warms up. (Until the radiator fan operates 3 or 4 times.) Turn Off the engine and let it cool down. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. This will allow trapped air to be removed from the cooling system. Put radiator cap on tightly, then run the engine again and check for leaks.

See also:
• AIR CLEANER
• CYLINDER HEAD COVER
• OIL PAN
• ENGINE MOUNTING
• WATER PUMP
• DRIVE BELT