Hyundai Santa Fe Basic Maintenance Questions
Anyone know of the approx. expected life of the OEM Bridgestone 18" Tires and the expected life of the OEM brakes for the 07 FWD Limited. I'm trying to get an idea in my mind of what to expect before replacement is necessary. Thanks for any info.
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Kim
dreamed of! I just read about it in Popular Mechanics yesterday, and just checked out their web site - and found that they do have a paint protection "kit" specifically made for the Santa Fe.
Basically - it's pieces of custom cut plastic sheeting that you can fairly easily apply to the various 'high wear' areas of your Santa Fe (or many other cars - for that matter!) - which protects your new cars' paint from rock chips, scuffs, & scratches.
For about $310 - you can cover your Santa Fe.
I'm no salesman for this product - but I'd buy this product - and I thought maybe all you proud Santa
Fe owners would love to know of a way to keep your car looking new as long as possible.
Check it out!!!
You'll find it at...
http://www.xpel.com/paint/hyundai.html#p3703
Hi! I don't know the hdkautosports.com cover, but over the years I've used evolution 4 nd technalon car cover with mixed results on my classic cars and sports cars. Car covers, especially in winter will lead to surface scratches unless placed on 1) a perfectly clean car (hard to guarantee in winter night after night) and 2)with no wind ('cause wind moves the cover on the car and tiny particles of dirt cause the surfact scratches. Also I've actually had Evolution 4 covers freeeze on my cars, especially after freezing rain or thaws followed by snowfall!! Not good at all for the paint when you need to rip the cover off on cold morning in order to get to work. All things considered, I've keep classic and sports cars outside in the driveway with and without covers over all seasons. My conclusion is stay away from covers for a daily use car regardless of weather conditions. On the other hand, cars not used and parked for an entire winter or on a nice summer day/evening (with little wind and a clean car) marginally benefit from a car cover (prevention of paint fading and cleanliness mostly) Hope this helps Kim. I'd say save your money and give your car frequent waxes with best high quality wax (zymoil, Meguir Gold, Liquid Gold or Mothers Carauba Paste)
Any validity to that?
Has anyone here done that and would this leave a hole?
I am not good when it comes to towing: However, as the Manual stated that the car should be lift-up in the front. For all the wheels down! I am not sure but if the CRV can then I think the SF can. However, you should contact the dealers for further information.
Leather Seats:
It does not really matter what type of leather protector you are using. Basically they will dry up and and keep it clean. The liquid won't soak into the leather anyway. I like to buy the products that they sell in the Auto Show. I go to Auto Show every year and I usually bought it. Not really remember the name but each year they have better product to introduce.
I used synthetic oil at my 1st oil changed (at 6000km recommended in owner manual).
zarin
1 800 221-4875
also try these websites for additional toys
www.partsforyourcar.com
www.tirerack.com (GREAT prices on tires and rims)
www.transwheel.com
*proud owner of a 2002 Santa Fe GLS
I owned a Chrysler Sebring and used cruise constantly whenever I drove it. This was after
10,000 miles of use. By 40,000 miles the transmission performed better on 3rd gear at 65-75 mph (same speed as my local interstate, which I used for 90% of my trips to/from work and college) than at any other speed.Coincidence? Stay safe and drive smart. Love your Hyundai
They can match up the paint you need with what's available. If you
need more than an ounce you'll save a ton of money too. Remember that
any car dealer makes more on maintenance and upkeep of a car than
on the original car sale.
Perhaps I can buy a Hyundai oil filter and ask the "Jiffy Lube" to use my filter?
Thank you,
Mike
I heard that you can vary the speed every 15-20 minutes to avoid problems with breaking it in. Anyone else heard of this or have any suggestions for long trips during the break in period?
GREAT CAR LOVE IT By anthony vazquez
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Suggested Improvements: ,SUNROOF,MIRRORS TEND TO HOLD WATER UNLIKE ANY CAR I HAVE EVER HAD? YOU NEED TO KEEP WIPING THEM DURING RAIN
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Does anyone know any more about this? I'm considering the sunroof option right now. Has anyone had any other bad experience with them as well?
Thanks.
(Since this post, I have nothing but positives to say about this product. Feel free to e-mail me if you have further questions.)
Thanks for your advice.
It's just my opinion, but when you are talking about the best warranty in the business, the last thing you want to do is mess with it by having ANY uncertified technician change the oil. If there are any problems down the road, it will be very easy for a Hyundai rep to say that your warranty is void. Again, it's just my opinion.
Good luck with your Hyundai. I hope you love it as much as I do mine!!!
Years ago, I had an AMC Alliance. I did the oil changes myself as scheduled, but the head gasket blew just before the 30,000 mile warranty expired. The dealer refused to honor the warranty despite the fact that I had good documentation. The regional rep was of no help. They only backed down after I filed a law suit. Everything worked out in the end, but the hassle was definitely not worth whatever I had saved on the oil changes.
This is not to say that your son wouldn't do just as good a job as the dealership. The point is only to avoid giving the dealership a plausible excuse for avoiding an expensive warranty repair at some future time. But hopefully you'll never have any problems!
Did your car sit through any hailstorms. This can also cause problems to the roof only.
Last, have you transported anything on the roof. Maybe something touched the top.
Just my thoughts.
Jon
I never use those brush wands at the local car wash. I've seen too many people scrubbing down four wheelers and trucks that have been out in the mud with them. Which leads to a question:
Since the water at a car wash is recycled, do you think that the water would contain small particulates that would act as an abrasive when shot out of a high pressure gun? I know they filter the water, but how well is it filtered?
At least for a few years, I'll use a clean bucket of water and elbow grease. If I go to the car wash, it's just to pre-rinse the car and I don't get close to the paint with the nozzle.
You do bring up an interesting question. I almost never use any automated or self wash car place. I also never use the brush wand as that WILL scratch your car. I do not know whether the filtration system is good enough to remove dirt and grit. (My thought is no). I do not use automated brushless car washes either, because what "really" is that soap or "special" stuff that shoots on your car? Is it extra strong to help clean your car so it will look as good as hand washing? What will the stuff to your current wax or worse paint?
I only use a commercial car wash when it is too cold to do it myself, and there is a ton of salt on the cars.
Best advice I can give anyone is wash by hand and wash often.
Just my two cents
wxjon
My grandaughter has the same year and model and hers does not race upon first starting.
I would appreciate any advice.
Thanks
I'm inclined to go for the electronic fuel injector flush, but not at the dealer. A local nationwide oil change shop will do the three part flush for $75, and the owner told me it probably would increase my gas mileage. But, no one can explain why I would need an engine flush at this time. I always use national brand gas and my tank never goes below a quarter.
Does anyone have any input as to whether these services are required on this vehicle at this time? Even if not required, any suggestions as to whether I should do them at this time?
Just my 2 cents.
The thing you need to keep in mind is that if it is not listed in the owner's manual or warranty manual, the suggested services are nothing but an attempt by the service department to increase their profit margin. The comment that was made about having the notation on the bill that a service was offered but refused is usually a way that a service manager checks that his service writers are offering that service to all customers. I used to work in retail management and add-ons and suggested services beyond a recommended warranty/service schedule are almost all profit for the vendor. Don't fall for it!
Thanks
I have a prob wiyth my 2004 ,sante fe the paint is comming off,,they sau do do bird droppings,,it eats thru thr clear coat
Any help would be appreciated.