What causes engine knocking in a Hyundai Sonata?
Knocking can also be caused by low oil. The FIRST thing that you should do is make sure that you aren’t running out of oil. Before getting into the diagnosis portion, make sure that you do an OBDII scan if the check engine light is on. This scan data will give you information that can help you pinpoint the problem with your Sonata.
Why does my Hyundai Accent make a knocking sound?
Sometimes a knocking or ping sound can be caused by something as simple as using the wrong gas. The octane rating corresponds to the amount of compression that it can take before igniting. Octane rating matters. Your engine was designed to use the type of fuel recommended by Hyundai.
Can a bad spark plug be replaced on a Hyundai Sonata?
Spark plugs are really not expensive to replace. Depending on the model year and engine combination in your Sonata, they can be easy or difficult to get to. It is worth noting that bad plugs have almost the exact same symptoms as bad coil packs.
Why does my Honda Civic make a knocking sound?
This sound is the engine starving for oil and wearing itself to death right before your ears. If the oil has thinned or aged so much that it can no longer lubricate the engine properly, it very well could knock. Thinning can happen fast if the head gasket has failed and there is coolant getting into the crankcase.
Why is my Hyundai Sonata making a tapping noise?
The engine was replaced in 2018 on our 2012 Sonata hybrid under warranty due to contamination. Mileage was 82,,895. On 5/9/2020 while driving heard loud knocking/tapping noise (exactly like last time) along with strong smell of something burning and engine light came on.
Are there any problems with the Hyundai Sonata?
Hyundai Sonata owners have reported 116 problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the Sonata.
What to do if your Hyundai Sonata engine knocks?
Before getting into the diagnosis portion, make sure that you do an OBDII scan if the check engine light is on. This scan data will give you information that can help you pinpoint the problem with your Sonata. You can either purchase a scanner (they are pretty cheap) or you can go to the local parts store.
Why does my Hyundai Accent engine Keep Knocking?
The octane rating corresponds to the amount of compression that it can take before igniting. Octane rating matters. Your engine was designed to use the type of fuel recommended by Hyundai. While many modern vehicles can go 100k miles with no issues at all from their spark plugs, they can still cause problems when they wear out.
How often should I change the oil in my Hyundai Sonata?
*3 Engine oil (2.0 TGDI) At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months, after that, every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months. *4 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them.
Hyundai Sonata owners have reported 195 problems related to engine knocking noise (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the Sonata.
Where can I get a Hyundai Sonata engine replaced?
The vehicle was taken to spokane Hyundai (8801 e sprague Ave, spokane valley, wa 99212; (509) 944-3600) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
Knocking can also be caused by low oil. The FIRST thing that you should do is make sure that you aren’t running out of oil. Before getting into the diagnosis portion, make sure that you do an OBDII scan if the check engine light is on. This scan data will give you information that can help you pinpoint the problem with your Sonata.
When to replace PCV valve on Hyundai Sonata?
I’m critical of the oil & lube establishment for not suggesting replacement of the PCV valve the first time the vehicle came in low on oil. A customer with a Sonata that suddenly starts to consume oil at 100,000 miles should be advised of the PCV valve change suggestion. In fact it really can be normal for an engine to use oil at this rate.
Spark plugs are really not expensive to replace. Depending on the model year and engine combination in your Sonata, they can be easy or difficult to get to. It is worth noting that bad plugs have almost the exact same symptoms as bad coil packs.
How often do I change the oil in my Hyundai Accent?
My wife has a 2007 Accent with 81,000 miles. I changed the oil every 3,700 miles since new and then about 4 years ago started using Mobil 5w20 as noted as OEM viscosity (5,000 mile intervals). I have done most of the changes myself.