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my concern is they will try to rip me on hyundai plugs that will be marked up a ton? what do you think?
In your case, they're already getting a bunch of money for labor, they should be happy with that...or not. If you bought plugs that are recommended for your car in the application book, why would they not fit?
Personally, I say get your own plugs and take them to a mechanic that has no problem installing your parts. I went through the same thing with my 2002 Sonata, the dealer wanted $8/plug for regular Champion plugs that I was able to get for less than $2/ea. at AutoZone. Only difference...the dealer installed them.
How many miles does your Azzy have on it now?
For example...I had to get an o2 sensor replaced. My mechanic told me the Bosch O2 sensor that he was going to order was $125. RockAuto.com had the same one for $65. So he told me to order it and he installed it for me. I have also been surprised to find that some parts you can order come from the actual maker of Hyundai parts as well, but you also get a choice of what brand you want to go with. All in all, a great experience so far.
Today, while I was in my local Hyundai dealership for an oil-change and a "reset" and "reprogramming" of PODS (whatever the heck THAT is) to deal with a "passenger airbag is not on" warning, which cost, by the way $175 alone, my service writer suggested that I get the 30K service package costing $580. Also recommended is a brake fluid exchange (I suppose for a magnum of Dom Perignon) at $170, and a power steering exchange, probably for the blood of the Vestal Virgins) at $160. Am I (76) just too old for today's prices, or has this truly been a bald-faced attempt at a colossal hosing ?
Oh, by the way, when I complained about the off-road-vehicle sound of my excessively noisy Michelins, with 34,000 miles on them, the service writer, who said he had also worked in a tire shop, said that my year Azera (2006) "EATS TIRES", and no matter what I would replace the Michelins with, sooner or later, I'd have the same problem ---that this was just a badly-designed product. If that is true, shouldn't we expect some relieve under Lemon Laws ?
Suggest that:
1. Drive without the seat belt warning light. It probably works. Put the wife in the back seat. They provide excellent advice from either front or rear seats.
2. Go to An Oil Change Express place. Bet they will top off fluid levels where needed. (Steering and brakes)
3. If you really need a Hyundai dealership for Maintenance, go service department shopping. Maybe all these guys are standardized in ripoff as part of their training program, don't know, but I would try.
With a AAA membership, ride off into the sunset and save a $1000. Conversely, take this month's social security and give it to Hyundai before SS goes bust. The dealers probably need the money to fund The Affordable Health Care coverage for their employees. Redistribution of wealth it is called. That is another story.
You have managed your 76 years pretty well and probably don't need any more advice.
thanks
AutoMD - 2006 Hyundai Azera Recalls
You SHOULD be able to go into a dealer and inquire about the TSB's available for your car. If not, a good mechanic would also be able to provide you with some insight. My mechanic just informed me about a TSB regarding the #5 ignition coil on my 2006 Azera.
I'm puzzled, though, for if your airbag indicator is acting-up again, why haven't you gone back to the (or a different) dealer and demanded that it be fixed properly?
I'd be afraid that the bag wouldn't function at all if I were involved in an accident..
Bushing installation labor charge - $198
Clunk & rattle noise gone - PRICELESS!!!
Yes...I think for some Azera owners that seem to experience this noise early on, the problem may just be inferior materials and the bushings wear early. I just got my Azera back yesterday after getting the bushings (and ignition coils) replaced and what a difference. The suspension is almost as quiet as the day I bought the car 7 years ago. Only things left to get taken care of are the motor/transmission mounts, A/C pressure switch and rotors & pads all the way around. I think I may be ready for another 150K miles!!!
Then for no, so far, unexplained reason the engine overheated at 65 mph, wife driving.
She shutdown the AC and continued to drive for about another 5 miles to the dealership in Hanford, Ca. Since it was so close she figured she'd take it there, as she pulled in the drive the engine shut down.
Dealer says spun bearing, I can believe it.
Dealer says $7,000 for new engine.
I called my local auto guy and he found an engine with 35,000 miles on it for $1900 and change (Japan Engines). This Azera was tagged as being built on 17 April 2006 so this engine fit into that group. Apparently there was an engine change out somewhere in the early production runs of Azera. We bought this car new off the showroom floor and have been thrilled with its performance and lack of issues.
AAA hauled the Azera to local guy, R&J Automotive, Lemoore, Ca. and he is changing out engines for me. Estimated cost is about $4500 and change.
Have not uncovered why the engine overheated only that it does have a blown head gasket. I'm of the opinion this could have happened during the overheating and driving process and possibly not the cause of the failure.
We are changing out the radiator as a precaution.
Installed new spark plugs, which I never did get to in the original engine.
New hoses to the heater core.
Oil change to Mobil 1 with Wix filter.
Will keep you posted on developments.
In fact I think I'll start a new thread for this engine failure.
Allmet reminded me so I'm adding this;
There were initially no check engine lights just the overheat condition on the gauge.
We have never changed out any of the 02 sensors that I know of or can remember. Grophetti would have the record.
We had an appointment with Grophetti to service the car and change spark plugs 2 days after this event took place. Naturally we cancelled it.
Transmission fluid was purged/changed out by Grophetti at about 100,000 miles.
Don
Sometimes things happen that are hard to explain, the silver lining in all of this was that your wife was able to actually drive it to the dealer before it died. Much better than being stranded on some highway waiting for help to arrive. Good luck with everything.
Is a Cooper Tire good for an Azera?
Thanks,
Jerry
These CS4 replaced the Kumhos.
The Kumhos had all worn down to the tread cords on the inside while the middle and outer treads were still in good shape.
Dealer, Gropetti Hyundai in Visalia, Ca. said the Kumhos were too wide, odd because the same dealer recommended the Kumhos a few years earlier. To be fair it was 2 different service managers. Though the Kumho's were quiet and a nice ride I didn't like how all 4 wore down on the inside.
I've been told they use a softer tread on the inside, don't know about that but it doesn't make sense to me.
Went to an actual tire store, Billingsley in Lemoore, Ca. and they recommended the Coopers.
I've run Coopers on my pickups for the last 35 years with no problems. Full replacement warranty. Once poked a rock through the tread in Minnesota and they replaced it.
Coopers=Good.
Vick
Jerry
I put 60 LBS air pressure in the spare tire and the Check Engin light went out.
Hope this helps someone.
Jerry
Can the "Code" be read by the service people and determine "EXACTLY" what turned the "Check Engin" light on?
I hate an error indicator that is so vague. There must be a way to get more specific information as to what caused the check engin light to come on.
Thanks,
Jerry
During the day I can't read the Clock because its so dim and the glare from the sun over powers the clock.
Thanks,
Jerry
Best move to make...take it to a shop and have them run a diagnostic on it. There are some places you can find that will do it for free. The dealer...they're gonna charge you at least $100 just for the diagnostic. Good luck!
Did the dealer charge you $100 to diagnose your "Check Engin" problem?
Jerry
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