Why is the active air flap on my Hyundai Sonata?

Why is the active air flap on my Hyundai Sonata?

The active air flap system opens and closes depending upon temperature which helps with gas mileage. Since my flap is open, there is no harm to the car. But because the engine light comes on about 15 miles after clearing the code, I have to get it fixed so it passes inspection. $700 part/$200 labor won’t pass inspection w/o fixing

What does ” check active air flap system ” mean?

Yesterday on my way home a warning came on my display “Check Active Air Flap System.” This is a system Hyundai used to deflect air flow at high speed to optimize fuel economy. From reading different forums last night, it seemed more common than it should be and when I took it to the dealership this morning, his expression was about the same.

What does deflect air flow do on a Hyundai?

This is a system Hyundai used to deflect air flow at high speed to optimize fuel economy. From reading different forums last night, it seemed more common than it should be and when I took it to the dealership this morning, his expression was about the same. If this is an issue Hyundai should issue a recall and correct the problem.

What’s the problem with my 2012 Hyundai Sonata?

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The active air flap system opens and closes depending upon temperature which helps with gas mileage. Since my flap is open, there is no harm to the car. But because the engine light comes on about 15 miles after clearing the code, I have to get it fixed so it passes inspection. $700 part/$200 labor won’t pass inspection w/o fixing

No one has added a helpful site for this 2012 Sonata Hybrid problem yet. Be the first! Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: Search CarComplaints.com for these popular complaint phrases…

This is a system Hyundai used to deflect air flow at high speed to optimize fuel economy. From reading different forums last night, it seemed more common than it should be and when I took it to the dealership this morning, his expression was about the same. If this is an issue Hyundai should issue a recall and correct the problem.

Yesterday on my way home a warning came on my display “Check Active Air Flap System.” This is a system Hyundai used to deflect air flow at high speed to optimize fuel economy. From reading different forums last night, it seemed more common than it should be and when I took it to the dealership this morning, his expression was about the same.

When does check active air flap system come on?

I Have a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. A Warning Indicator That Says Check Active Air Flap System Came On Last Night. Now Today My Check Engine Light Is Also On. Is It Safe To Drive Through The Weekend. … read more

I Have a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. A Warning Indicator That Says Check Active Air Flap System Came On Last Night. Now Today My Check Engine Light Is Also On. Is It Safe To Drive Through The Weekend. … read more

What do the active air flaps do on a car?

The active air flaps are used to close off air to the radiator during warm up and other times. There is an actuator that is attached to the air flaps. The actuator is what moves the flaps open or closed. If the unit needs to be replaced the front bumper cover and headlamps need to be removed.