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Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 108,000 miles We recently had a snow storm and
while driving on the highway I spun out into a median which had about a foot of
snow. I was able to get out and the car looked fine but once I got to about
60mph the car would shake pretty severely. It seemed as if the shaking was
coming from the passenger side, but I wasn't sure. Any idea what could be the
problem? Thanks
Answer: The wheels are out of
balance from Ice/snow in the wheels. They need to be thoroughly defrosted to get
rid of the "new wheel weights".
Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 98,000 miles. About a month ago my car was
shaking and there was barely any acceleration when I would hit the gas until I
started going then it was fine but it was still shaking. My mechanic said it was
the Engine coils, So I got both changed. Now the engine light is back on and
once again barely any acceleration but this time its not shaking. It seems to
start ok, and again once I get to a certain speed its fine until I stop. Please
help Ive spent enough money on this problem to have it happen again. Thanks you
very much.
Answer: Check engine will
come on every time computer detect a problem and will set a code
indicating troubled area as a 1st step you need to have the system scanned for
code s you can try local part store or shop for help with reading and getting
the codes you may post them here for more help good luck
Question: 1998 Hyundai Sonata
4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 156,000 miles I can hear the starter motor
shot out the turning gear but I don't hear the motor "fly wheel' attempting to
turn, one of the large belts, their are two, one thin the other large, has
groves missing, is it just the large belt or can something else be wrong, how
can I replace the large belt
Answer: If the belt grooves
run across the belts width, then you have a timing issue at the least. cogged
timing belt systems are very sensitive to being out even 1 cog. No alignment, no
start. If groove runs around perimeter of belt then should be no problem. This
system is mandated by Hyundai to have all belts changed at 60,000 miles. A lot
of unnecessary damage can occur if a belt fails. Dealer charges about $1200+ to
service this system as a lot of parts need to be replaced while it is
unassembled for precautionary measures ie. water pump, balance shaft, idler
pulleys and all belts. Very labor intensive to set and maintain proper timing
when assembly takes place.
Question: 1995 Hyundai Sonata
can anyone tell me why my door does not open at all, no matter what I do. I
would like to get access so need to remove the door panel, to see if can spot
the problem, however I am unsure how to do this as I do not want to cause any
unnecessary damage by trying to force something that does not move, I have
already tried to remove it by what I can see to be a retaining screw which is on
the lock itself, but no joy, can someone please help me
Answer: Most door panels pop
off. Be sure you have any and all screws out, look for decorative plugs hiding
them, especially on the arm rest/door pull handle. Then start at the bottom and
pop the panel off. Sounds like this might be a bad latch assembly or the such if
neither handle will open it. Does the lock work? it may be stopping the handles
from working as well
Question: 1999 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 101000 miles Been a while since I got back to
this forum. My previous problems were eliminated by replacing CPS Trouble code
pointed to this one and replacing sparkplugs and plug wires again trouble code
helped this one (misfire on cylinder 1). I now get code 1154. I removed the bank
2 (closest to radiator) sensor 1 (closest to exhaust manifold) and cleaned it
with carb cleaner and heated it. Code cleared by battery disconnect. Code
reappears after about 15 miles of drive time. Should I now replace the sensor or
should I look for some other problem causing this? The car runs fine and strong.
Also can you tell me how to get at the windshield washer pump motor? The HMA
service website has nothing on this. Thanks again for all your help
Answer: Cleaning o2 sensors
doesn't work, they usually need to be replaced. The washer pump should be at the
bottom of the washer fluid reservoir, if you remove the res, should be right
there
Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 97,000 miles I was driving and just stopped? We
just bought the car last night....................aaaaaaaaaa. The timing belt is
tight and New. My husband took the cover off. He tested for spark no spark. Any
Ideas? He also tested the fuses and good.
Answer: check if you have an
alarm system that you don't know about yet !! common with no spark
check / replace crank sensor
Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 70,000 miles gas tank will only accept fuel
very slowly. at one time high air pressure released when filter cap was removed.
local mechanic removed canister closed valve ,was told by dealer that was likely
problem, still fills very slowly. any suggestions? thanks R.
Answer: Get your entire
evaporative system checked out-it has pressure and its no purging.
Question: 2001 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 94,000 miles I've looked in the owner's
manual, but there aren't detailed enough instructions on how to change a
burned-out headlamp bulb. In talking with other people, I've been told that
there should be a tab behind the headlamp assembly to pull out the old bulb and
replace it with the new one (I've already bought the H7 bulb). Other people tell
me that I need to remove the bolts holding in the entire assembly in order to
access the bulb. Before I go taking out more than I need to, can you give me
step-by-step instructions on how to remove the burned-out bulb and install the
new one? Thanks for clearing up this confusion. Rev. Dr. Karl R. Kraft
Answer: Remove the three
retainers and the 10mm bolt and remove the trim cover. Remove the round dust
cover from the back of the lamp. Unplug the bulb. Take the bulb retaining clip
loose from the hook that holds it. Remove the old bulb. Install the new bulb
with the tab facing up and clip in place. Plug in the new bulb.
Install the dust cover. Install the trim piece. Remove the three retainers and
the 10mm bolt and remove the trim cover. Remove the round dust cover from the
back of the lamp. Unplug the bulb. Take the bulb retaining clip loose from the
hook that holds it. Remove the old bulb. Install the new bulb with the tab
facing up and clip in place. Plug in the new bulb. Install the dust cover.
Install the trim piece.
Question: 1993 Hyundai Sonata
4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 89,152 miles When the gas tank is laying on
the ground the car will run, but when i put it back up into the car the car wont
start. I have no clue why this could be and I was just wondering if you guys
have any ideas..
Answer: Sounds to me like you
have a loose electrical connector or a bad wire, also the fuel lines may be
kinking off when being placed back up there.
Question: 2001 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 68000 miles The vehicle was broadsided in the
area of the rear wheel. The wheel is leaning (neg. camber) about 10 degrees.
What component would fail first? the arms look and I believe the curvature of
the spindle failed?
Answer: You will have to
consider all the rear suspension components , and the strut top mounting in the
body. The most obvious would be the stub axle assembly . lower control arm, and
trailing arm. You will have to have the rear end alignment checked as a Deg or 2
will be enough to destroy a new tire very quickly and give driving stability
problems as well.
Question: 2005 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Two wheel drive Automatic 58,000 miles Any one know where I can find a
Serpentine Belt Routing diagram for a 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Answer:
let me know if thats what are u looking for
Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
Engine Size unknown Wheel Drive Type unknown Automatic 60000 miles
several times my batter light has come on, and each time I check the battery,
there would be corrosion and a slight chemical smell, so I would clean it off.
Then the light will go off. Recently the same thing happened, but when I cleaned
the battery this time the light stayed on. So a got a new battery. But the light
is still on. A friend says that it's my alternator, and my brother says it's the
wiring to the battery or engine. The cost of an alternator job would be about
$2000. Can you give me a clue as to what to check next. I do not want to spend
money needlessly
Answer: you need a new
alternator. when the battery light comes on it really has nothing to do with the
battery. it is the volt regulator is not toggling to charge which turns the
ground to 12v positive thus shutting off the light. unless you have a wiring
issue which you probably don't. id replace the alternator. i hope this helps.
Question: 2002 Hyundai Sonata
6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 54000 miles Why wont my brake lights turn off
they are on all the time when you turn on the lights
Answer: Find the brake switch
on the brake pedal bracket and try to adjust it-unable to do it -replace it.

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