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#1 of 337 Detailing by drimple Aug 27, 2001 (6:53 pm)
Just had my 2000 light moss GLS detailed yesterday at a shop. I get it detailed once every year to keep it in top shape. So far so good. There were a few minor stains on the cloth seats, but the steam cleaner had no problem getting them out. The mats seem to be easy to clean as well. Despite all the mud accumulated into the mats during the winter, they are as good as new now. No cracking or other nasties on the dash. The car has aged real well so far despite 27,000 miles and 2 Wisconsin winters. Replies to this message: hshah74 (Jun 09, 2006 8:16 am) ray_h1 (Jun 10, 2006 12:56 pm)
#2 of 337 Spark plug replacement by kingrw Apr 01, 2002 (3:42 am)
Just reached 40,000 on my 2000 Sonata GLS. Decided it was time to change the spark plugs. The front 3 are easy because you only have to remove the plastic cover. The rear 3 are in an impossible location that can only be reached by removing the top of the engine. Can anybody provide any advice on this matter? Thanks
#3 of 337 spark plugs by nuancegls Apr 02, 2002 (5:15 am)
"Just reached 40,000 on my 2000 Sonata GLS. Decided it was time to change the spark plugs. The front 3 are easy because you only have to remove the plastic cover. The rear 3 are in an impossible location that can only be reached by removing the top of the engine. Can anybody provide any advice on this matter? Thanks " Please go here I posted your question here... http://pub12.bravenet.com/forum/show.php?usernum=950089089
#4 of 337 Thanks "Nuancegls" by kingrw Apr 02, 2002 (10:28 am)
Thanks for your assistance. I seen the article posted, and I've already received a response.
#5 of 337 Legitimate Repair Costs?? by palbri Apr 16, 2002 (12:54 pm)
Hello all. It has been awhile since I posted anything on my 2000 Sonata GLS V6. Anyway, I always took my Sonata to the dealer for all minor maintenance, i.e, oil changes, etc. However, because of a change in job locations the past year and a half, I took my car twice to a local Jiffy Lube JUST for oil changes. Today, I finally took my Sonata which has 33,000 miles in for oil change to a new Hyundai dealer (at least in the past 3 years) much closer to my home. Alas, I was charged $448.00!! Categorically, this is what was done (labor and tax inclusive): 1. Cooling System Flush 2. Replaced Air Filter 3. Perform Oil flush** 4. Oil Change and Body Chassis Lube 5. Driver's Side Headlamp Replacement+++ 6. 4 Wheel Balance/Tire Rotation 7. Transmission Flush Service.   I was told the oil was very dirty and opaque due to "inferior oil used at places like Jiffy Lube"(I was shown under the car and mechanic dripped the oil for me) and he said an oil flush was needed to clean out the gunk. I opted for the transmission flush because I was told it was needed to be done after 30,000 miles in order to keep the car in tip top shape. The headlamp did burn out and needed replacement.   Were these rates acceptable? Was I "had?" Was all of this really necessary? Comments are appreciated.
#6 of 337 You was had. (maybe) ... by csandste Jun 26, 2002 (1:34 pm)
"I was told the oil was very dirty and opaque due to "inferior oil used at places like Jiffy Lube"(I was shown under the car and mechanic dripped the oil for me) and he said an oil flush was needed to clean out the gunk."   I assume your oil changes were with Pennzoil, which has one of the best spec. sheets for a dino. oil. Quaker State and SuperTech (not applicable here) have adequate spec. sheets and only Wolf's Head is sub-par.   If you were doing 11,000 oil change intervals, however, with dino. you were letting things go WAY to long and your oil probably was dirty. I change at 4000 mile intervals, I believe Hyundai has a 7500 mile change cycle in non-severe service. Most cars are in severe service. If you are using an 11K change cycle you may have voided your warranty. Certainly would have if it was a Toyota.   If you had 2 Jiffy-Lube changes and 3 others from other places, your dealer's full of it and was scamming you based on your oil change sticker.
#7 of 337 Ooops./.... by csandste Jun 26, 2002 (1:35 pm)
Didn't notice that post was 2 months old. Hopefully the car is still running.
#8 of 337 crying by sammy35 Jul 25, 2002 (8:59 am)
Hi everyone, Just wanted to express my sadness. Last week I was in a car accident, I rear ended a non moving 96 Toyota Avalon in Los Angeles last week. Luckily I have car insurance. But a damage cost is incredible. The Toy suffered it appears minor damage to the visual eye to the rear bumper. Driver with whiplash! My 2001 Black Sonata V6 with 11K miles suffered considerable front end damage. The grill slammed into the radiator. Front hood crinkled. Does not look like any frame damage. The drivers air bag did go off. Etc. Auto Repair shop estimates costso far to be $7700 with no promise that more may be need. The car cost about $17K. When would it be considered a total loss instead of re-building????.
#9 of 337 crying/total loss by sonatava Jul 26, 2002 (5:33 pm)
Totaling a car, I think is up to your insurance company as far as payout is concerned. It usually happens when the damage amount is close to the current bluebook value, taking into account any deductible. Check out what your current value is compared to the repair, what you paid for it doesn't really matter. It also might be up to the bank if you financed it. Best to contact your insurance company.   The low resale value is one of the gambles with a Hyundai. Your car might be out, but at least you're ok.
#10 of 337 total loss by dougndo Jul 27, 2002 (7:25 pm)
Really sorry to hear about your accident--I have a 2001 Ebony black GLS myself, and I'd hate to see it smashed.   Unfortunately, the rear car in a rear end collision usually suffers the most, especially if you put on the brakes. The front of the car tends to dive and expose vulnerable points of the car. It's not uncommon for the front bumper to go completely under the rear bumper of the car in front, and there goes your protection. Also, the front of your car generally has more "crush" in it than the rear, so things can look even worse.   Did you ever hear somebody brag about how tough his/her car is when someone hit 'em? Many times it's somebody who got rear ended. "You shoulda seen the guy who hit me!" If the roles were reversed, they wouldn't be bragging.   The main thing is you're safe and your car protected you. I'm guessing they'll repair it, and even though some people would look askance at a repaired car, you'll be getting back a faithful friend who gave it up for you.   Good luck.

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