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3023 messages, Last post on Dec 03, 2009 at 5:35 PM
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I have a 2006 Sonata 4 cylinder with about 32,000 miles on it. According to the owner's manual, two filters need to be replaced about now, a fuel filter and a fuel tank air filter. From reading up on these here and elsewhere, and from calling the dealer, I understand that both are in the fuel tank and can only be replaced by the dealer. However, to my surprise, my dealer tells me that both are really designed to last the life of the car and that neither needs to be replaced unless causing problems. (I didn't expect anyone at a dealer to ever say that!) I understand the fuel tank air filter is a charcoal canister meant to help meet clean air standards. So I can understand why it might not need replacement. (I'd like to do my part for clean air but don't appreciate having to fork over major money to do it.) But I'm not so sure about skipping the replacement of the fuel filter. I once had a car, 20 years ago, in which I neglected to replace the fuel filter, primarily because it was my first car and I didn't know there was such a thing. In that case, ignorance was not bliss. I'm about to head cross-country from east coast to west and back and expect to put on another 8000 miles in the next month. Is there anything to worry about?
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Replying to: negative (Jul 20, 2009 9:14 am)
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Replying to: newowner10 (Jul 20, 2009 1:10 pm) By the way, it turns out I can't escape the dealer entirely. The sun roof is now leaking, and it's going to be rainy here the next few days. At least it should be covered by the warranty. |
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Replying to: negative (Jul 20, 2009 9:14 am) |
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Replying to: rustygutter (Feb 20, 2008 4:23 pm)
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Replying to: dallasdude1 (Jul 22, 2009 5:40 pm) |
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| Since the 70k mark - the cruise control on my 04 Sonata does not work. Dealer ballparked the repair at over $250-$300. Is this realistic and is this a repairable item an ASE shop can handle at a better cost? | |
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Replying to: jvc09 (Jul 24, 2009 6:36 am) For dealer to give you the $250 to $300 they most know what is wrong. If they charged you for the estimate they should tell you what is wrong with it. It could be many different things the switches, electronics, sensor, the actuator or a $1 fuse.
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Replying to: jvc09 (Jul 24, 2009 6:36 am)
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Hi All, I have 2007 Sonata GLS automatic and I have about 32,000 miles on it. When I had 29,000 miles, I went to the dealer for service and he told I need to do Transmission Flush, Power Steering Flush, Brake Flush, Cabin Air Filter and it would cost around $500 for these. Do you guys think its worth it and do I need to do any of these things when I go for oil change this week? If so how much would be the price for each of these? I saw the manual and it says transmission flush at 30,000 or so, but I have heard people say you dont need that at all. Any help in this is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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