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#235 of 244 Re: 2009 Santa Fe Limited with Pioneer x710bt [denvertrakker] by eebrom Oct 19, 2009 (11:46 am)
Replying to: denvertrakker (Oct 19, 2009 11:13 am) Thanks so much, denvertrakker. Trouble is, the consumer, like me, has to become an expert (almost) in order to recognize an installer who really knows what he should know. Before I proceed I'll phone around to see if there might be someone who at least gives a better impression that they know what I'm wanting. It seems simple to me because the installation manual says that the Pioneer x710bt can be connected directly to a subwoofer without using an auxiliary amp -- or not, by a switch(screen press) on the head unit. I'm supposing their difficulty is using the Infinity amplifier separately for the subwoofer without interfering with the controls for balance and fade and level. Replies to this message: denvertrakker (Oct 19, 2009 12:13 pm) eebrom (Oct 19, 2009 7:27 pm)
#236 of 244 Re: 2009 Santa Fe Limited with Pioneer x710bt [eebrom] by denvertrakker Oct 19, 2009 (12:13 pm)
Replying to: eebrom (Oct 19, 2009 11:46 am) "Trouble is, the consumer, like me, has to become an expert (almost) in order to recognize an installer who really knows what he should know. Before I proceed I'll phone around to see if there might be someone who at least gives a better impression that they know what I'm wanting."   A good start would be to look for a shop that's MECP certified (Mobile Electronics Certified Professional). Not a guarantee by any means, but certainly likely to be more knowledgeable. Replies to this message: eebrom (Oct 19, 2009 7:27 pm)
#237 of 244 Re: 2009 Santa Fe Limited with Pioneer x710bt [denvertrakker] by eebrom Oct 19, 2009 (7:27 pm)
Replying to: denvertrakker (Oct 19, 2009 12:13 pm) Thanks again, denvertrakker.
#238 of 244 Has Anyone Seen a 2010 Santa Fe Yet? by asa Nov 06, 2009 (3:26 pm)
Just wondering if anyone has seen the new restyled 2010 Santa Fe on a dealer lot yet? I'm wondering if Hyundai added hinged glass in back like the Tucson has. Hinged glass would make all the difference in our garage with being able to access stuff in back like groceries, without needing the space behind the vehicle to swing the tailgate up.
#239 of 244 Transmission problem by ramos5 Nov 17, 2009 (11:10 am)
Hi every body ,I am new here. I am planing to buy a used 2009 santa fe 2.7 cc, I heard so many terrible stories about the transmission problems around the net ,pls some body tell me his or her honest opinion or any other problems u encountered while having a santa fe 2009 . tx for your help I would appreciate it Replies to this message: dz302 (Nov 17, 2009 11:45 am) ramos5 (Nov 18, 2009 11:31 am) dz302 (Nov 18, 2009 11:54 am) doggrandma (Nov 19, 2009 10:21 pm)
#240 of 244 Re: Transmission problem [ramos5] by dz302 Nov 17, 2009 (11:45 am)
Replying to: ramos5 (Nov 17, 2009 11:10 am) First off, don't buy the 2.7 liter engine, get the 3.3 liter. Much better engine, much better performance. We've had our 2007 SF for just over 3 years now, and never had any tranny trouble with it. It has 56,000 kms on it. (About 35K miles). Actually, other than a right lower ball joint(under warranty) we have had no trouble at all with our SF. Been a great vehicle so far. You only tend to here the bad stuff in this forum. Never when people AREN'T having any trouble. Kind of like no news is good news, if you know what I mean. I can tell you we love our SF and would buy another one in an instant. Replies to this message: ramos5 (Nov 18, 2009 11:31 am) dz302 (Nov 18, 2009 11:54 am) doggrandma (Nov 19, 2009 10:21 pm)
#241 of 244 Re: Transmission problem [dz302] by ramos5 Nov 18, 2009 (11:31 am)
Replying to: dz302 (Nov 17, 2009 11:45 am) Tx for your replay:   Unfortunatly in my country the only option I have is the 2.7 engine .which is quite weak for such a heavy vehicle , the other choice I have is Kia Sorento 2009 , with 3.3 liter engine can u give me any advice on that , I would again appreciate any comment. Replies to this message: dz302 (Nov 18, 2009 11:54 am)
#242 of 244 Re: Transmission problem [ramos5] by dz302 Nov 18, 2009 (11:54 am)
Replying to: ramos5 (Nov 18, 2009 11:31 am) Funny that the Kia gets the 3.3, but the Santa Fe only gets the 2.7. Consumer Reports gives the SF a good review and recommends it. Not so for the Kia Sorento. "Choppy and unsettled ride" and "Reliablity much worse than average" are some of the comments. Of course the final tally is up to you as to which you prefere. Test drive both and choose the one you like best. Take your time in doing so. Good Luck!
#243 of 244 santafe by ramos5 Nov 18, 2009 (12:38 pm)
thank u , I love the look of santafe and I know it is a great car but not with 2,7 engine as u also mentioned
#244 of 244 Questions about SF by doggrandma Nov 19, 2009 (10:21 pm)
Replying to: dz302 (Nov 17, 2009 11:45 am) I am looking for a good vehicle to tote my 2 large dogs, and the Santa Fe is one I am considering. I have a few questions, if you don't mind.   First, I read that some owners of the Hyundai Veracruz had complaints about the headlights - not being very good and also misaligned. What are the headlights like on the SF? I'm not getting any younger, and I need good visibility at night.   Also, the SF does not have a backup sensor, so how easy is it to see out the back? Also, are there significant blind spots when passing or merging?   Anything else you could tell me about the pros and cons of the SF would be appreciated. I would probably like to have the SE version, but those are hard to find.

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