2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner’s Manual — Light Bulbs

Consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to replace most vehicle light bulbs. It is difficult to replace vehicle light bulbs because other parts of the vehicle must be removed before you can get to the bulb. This is especially true for removing the headlamp assembly to get to the bulb(s). Removing/installing the headlamp assembly can result in damage to the vehicle.

Information

The headlamp and tail lamp lenses could appear frosty if the vehicle is washed after driving or the vehicle is driven at night in wet weather. This condition is caused by temperature difference between the lamp inside and outside and, it does not indicate a problem with your vehicle. When moisture condenses in the lamp, it will be removed after driving with the headlamp on. The removable level may differ depending on lamp size, lamp position and environmental condition. However, if moisture is not removed, we recommend that your vehicle is inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING
• Prior to replacing a lamp, depress the brake pedal, move the shift lever into P (Park) apply the parking brake, place the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position, and take the key with you when leaving the vehicle to avoid sudden movement of the vehicle and to prevent possible electric shock.
• Be aware the bulbs may be hot and may burn your fingers.

Headlamp, Parking lamp, Daytime Running Light, Turn signal lamp and Side marker

Type A (bulb)

(1) Daytime running light (2) Daytime running light / Parking lamp (3) Side marker (4) Headlamp (Low) (5) Headlamp (High) (6) Turn signal lamp

Daytime running light (DRL), parking lamp and side marker lamp

If the LED lamp does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Headlamp

1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Disconnect the headlamp bulb socket-connector.
5. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Install a new headlamp bulb.
7. Connect the headlamp bulb socket-connector.
8. Install the headlamp bulb cover by turning it clockwise.

Information
The headlamp aiming should be adjusted after an accident or after the headlamp assembly is reinstalled at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING

• Handle halogen bulbs with care. Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas that will produce flying pieces of glass that could cause injuries if broken.
• Wear eye protection when changing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it.

• Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abrasions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids.
• Never touch the glass with bare hands. Residual oil may cause the bulb to overheat and burst when lit.
• A bulb should be operated only when installed in a headlamp.
• If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and carefully dispose of it.

Turn signal lamp

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove wheel guard clips (wheel guard: 4 pieces, under the front bumper : 3 pieces).

3. Push the wheel guard aside and remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
5. Install a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.
6. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
7. Install the wheel guard in the reverse oeder.

Type B

(1) Daytime running light (2) Daytime running light / Parking lamp (3) Side marker (4) Headlamp (Low/High) (5) Sub headlamp (Low/high) (6) Turn signal lamp

Headlamp, parking lamp, daytime running light and side marker

If the LED lamp does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Front Fog Lamp Replacement (if equipped)

Type A

1. Loosen the pin-type retainers of the under cover and then remove the undercover.
2. Reach your hand into the back of the front bumper.
3. Disconnect the power connector from the socket.
4. Remove the bulb-socket from the housing by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots of the housing.
5. Install a new bulb-socket into the housing by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the housing. Push the socket into the housing and turn the socket clockwise.

Type B

If the LED lamp (1) does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Side Repeater Lamp Replacement

If the LED lamp (1) does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement

Type A

(1) Stop/Tail lamp (2) Tail lamp (3) Side marker (4) Turn signal lamp (5) Backup lamp

Stop/Tail lamp and side marker lamp

1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the liftgate.

3. Remove the cover using a flatblade screwdriver.

4. Loosen the lamp assembly retaining screws with a cross-tip screwdriver.
5. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from the body of the vehicle.

6. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
7. - Stop/Tail lamp Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket. - Side marker lamp Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out.
8. - Stop/Tail lamp Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place. - Side marker lamp Insert a new bulb by pushing it in into the socket.
9. Install the socket into the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
10. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.

Tail lamp

1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the tailgate.

3. Remove the service cover using a flat-blade screwdriver

4. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out.
6. Insert a new bulb by pushing it in into the socket.
7. Install the socket into the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.

Turn signal lamp and back up lamp

If the light bulb does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Type B

(1) Tail lamp (2) Stop lamp (3) Side marker (4) Turn signal lamp (5) Back up lamp

Tail lamp, stop lamp and side marker lamp

If the LED lamp does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle. Turn signal lamp and back up lamp If the light bulb does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDI dealer.

High Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement

If the LED lamp (1) does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.

License Plate Light Bulb Replacement

1. Loosen the lens retaining screws with a cross-tip screwdriver.
2. Remove the lens.
3. Remove the socket by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
5. Install a new bulb.
6. Reinstall in the reverse order.

Interior Light Bulb Replacement

Map lamp, room lamp, vanity mirror lamp and luggage compartment lamp (Bulb type)

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens from the interior lamp housing.

WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior Lights, ensure that the "OFF" button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens tabs with the interior lamp housing notches and snap the lens into place.

NOTICE

Use care not to dirty or damage lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Map lamp and room lamp (LED type)

If the LED lamp (1) does not operate, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced with the unit. A skilled technician should check or repair the LED lamp, for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.