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Thanks for the response.
I showed the photos to a mechanic I typically go to and he seconded most of what you said - that it's just normal wear. Although he did comment for a 1 1/2 yr old car, the coupling does seem to be a bit more rusted than normal, but of course it all depends on the environment.
Jeff
The transmission fluid drain plug is on the driver's side and a big ~1" plug bolt. Had to use an adjustable wrench, socket set would not fit but would have made it easier. About 4.5 Quarts of tranny fluid came out. I poured what came out from the drain pan into 2 milk containers to determine the qty that came out and therefore how much needs to be replaced. Refilled with Castrol Multi-Vehicle ATF from AutoZone for $4.50 per Qt. It's a replacement for the Hyundai fluid and was recommended by knowledgeable transmission folks on another Sonata forum. Since the tranny holds at least 9 quarts, I'll do another drain and fill in about 30K miles (have 66K miles now).
Maint schedule in manual says drain / fill ATF at 105K miles but dealer suggested earlier as a precaution even after he knew I was going to do it myself.
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Thanks!
So I always apply the parking brake, put the car in neutral and slowly let off the brake pedal making sure the parking brake is holding the car. Last I put the car into Park.
When I get back into the car. I press the brake pedal, take the car out of park, and then release the parking brake. With this process I have never had any effort in getting a car out of park when on a hill.
I was brought up that not using the parking brake will break the parking pin on the transmission. That may not be true, but I figured better safe than sorry.
And I havent heard about "not using the parking brake will break the parking pin on the transmission", but you're right, better safe than sorry.
The new 6-speed Hyundai developed auto transmission is maintenance-free, i.e., no dipstick.
"For the customer, the new six-speed promises a performance edge. The transaxle will first arrive in the new Hyundai Grandeur/Azera equipped with a 3.3-liter V-6 Lambda engine. In this application, it delivers a 12.2 percent gain in fuel economy (10.1km/l versus 9.0km/l) and is 2.5 percent quicker in zero to 100km/h acceleration times (7.8sec versus 8.0 sec). It also delivers an 11 percent improvement in 60km/h to 100km/h passing performance (4.0 sec versus 4.5 sec).
The unit also is maintenance-free: The gearbox is not equipped with a dipstick as it is filled with an automatic transmission fluid that is good for the life of the vehicle thereby reducing maintenance costs."
http://jalopnik.com/5116412/hyundais-new-in+house-six-speed-auto-transmission-hi- ts-azera-first
Thanks.
Thanks
Jeff
Swap cars with your wife for a tank or two and see if it's your driving or the car.
My previous car had a trip computer. The higher MPG for an downhill trip did NOT offset the lower MPG for the same trip going uphill. i.e. 3 miles to work, mostly uphill, reduced the average round trip MPG by more than the 3 miles, mostly downhill, return trip. (This involved a reset to go to work and a reset to come home. Then another trip, starting with a reset before starting out and not resetting it until the round trip was completed.)
The length of your respective trips, even only 1 or 2 miles each way, can also make a difference in your MPG.
I live in Northern Maine, where average snowfall in our location exceeds 100" annually, and have been driving in harsh winter conditions for over 20 years.
Number one thing you can do to improve the way the car handles in to buy 4 good snow tires. I have a set of directional snow tires on my 2009 and have not had any trouble getting around.
I have found that with Electronic Stability Control and the anti-skid technology found standard on the Sonata, that the car has thus far handled everything thrown at it. I'm able to take corners at faster speed with no loss of control than I can in my wife's older Civic. Got the Sonata after driving a Subaru Forester for 6 years, and it does nearly as well as the Forester.
I've found that the ESC does a great job of keeping the car "on track" when going up slippery hills.
A.) 100 miles is WAY, WAY, WAY (continued 30 more times) too soon to change the oil for the first time. I would follow the owners manual for the recommendations Hyundai puts forth. Personally I would change it at about 4000-5000 miles or so.
B.) I believe the dealer does need to recalibrate the tire pressure sensor if the tire is disturbed e.g. replacement or repair. Seriously though when was the last time you had a flat? I cannot recall as it has been a very long time (knocks wood!!!)
#2 I change oil in new engines for the first time at 500 miles. PERIOD. Definately dont wait til 4-5K for the first one. I always break them in on conventional, then switch to synthetic. Amsoil or Mobil 1.
I build brand new jet engines, and we have to blow the oil passages out every time, because once in a while there are shavings in there. Who do you think make the castings? The lowest bidder...
If you create an account at http://hmaservice.com/ you will have access to tsb and shop manuals. Not the most user-friendly site but the info is there.
Starting to think that may not be smart. Was hoping to keep car till 150K, great car,well maintained. Interested in your thoughts. Worth checking with another dealer?
https://www.myhyundai.com/
Now that you have your car, can you do any of things you asked?
I'm waiting for my new 2011 Sonata Limited with nav (venetian red exterior with camel interior) expected for the 20th of April. My question for you -- is it possible to see a music video on the nav screen using my iPod Touch or even to see photos from my Sony camera using the USB port?
so please I know you had this problem last year and would really appreciate any help you can give me!!!!!
Have you continued to have this problem?
We took the first bad fuel pump to a shop. The second time (a year a week after) I refused to pay $650 again. I ebayed a used part ($60) and picked up the Haynes manual. I found it's pretty easy to change out (there's a hatch in the trunk and it slides out nicely). I popped open the housing and found my wire all burnt up too.
This morning the fuel pump failed on the way home. I'm almost certain I'm going to find that same wire toasted again. The tow truck guy (who also runs a shop) recommended swapping the fuel pump fuse with a lower one and never letting the fuel get too low (come to think of it I happened to be low on fuel each time) because the fuel keeps the pump cool.
That and the airbag lights (which I'll have to try your solution) are the only issues I've had as well.
The fuel pump is getting ridiculous, especially since it seems like there is no one else online with the same problem.
Jon