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Expertise
I can answer questions about maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of Hyundai models sold in the United States, but not body repair.
Experience in the area
I've been an automobile technician for 13 years, with 10 years at Hyundai dealers as either a technician or service writer.
Awards and Honors
ASE Certified Master Technician
ASE Certified Engine Performance Specialist
Hyundai Senior Master Technician
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Hyundai Motor America offers service information to the general public for free. Factory service manuals, electrical schematics, and technical service bulletins can be viewed at and printed from their service site, www.hmaservice.com. The site requires registering for a free account and will only work with Internet Explorer.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Due to recent issues that have made it difficult for me to respond to questions in a reasonable amount of time, I've placed myself on indefinite vacation. I apologize to those who would like their questions answered, but I'm unable to provide satisfactory service. I hope to return soon. If no experts are available, use www.hmaservice.com and try messageboards such as www.talkaboutautos.com.
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Recent Answers from HT
2007-06-21 03 hyundai Elantra Oxygen Sensor:
1. All oxygen sensors are located in the exhaust. 2. The sensor in question (sensor 1) is the upstream sensor and will be in the exhaust manifold on the transmission side. 3. It would be prudent
2007-06-20 coolant temperature sensor:
The sensor on top of the thermostat housing turns off the air conditioner compressor when the car is overheating. It doesn't control anything in relation to the cooling system. The cooling fans are controlled
2007-06-20 2001 Sonata Engine Coolant Temp Sensor:
If it were my car and I didn't have a scan tool to read current temperature, I'd just replace the sensor knowing there was a large probability it was the culprit. It's a rather simple repair. Unscrew
2007-06-20 Intermitant starting fault:
If the car drives normally on acceleration at speed, then it's doubtful you have a misfire. In that case, I might suspect a transmission or sensor issue. You'll need to try to sort out whether there's
2007-06-20 Check Engine Light on in 2000 hyundai Accent (standard):
It's not likely that your problem is either of the oxygen sensors. Although it's possible, a failed oxygen sensor rarely causes an engine performance issue. Replacing an oxygen sensor is fairly simple
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