Is Hyundai i45 a good car?
2012 Hyundai i45 Active YF Very roomy and lots of features. Reliable and smooth with good power and acceleration. The only thing is slightly higher fuel economy but considering it’s power is understandable. The suspension is fairly soft, which make it smooth but its not a a sports car.
Can a timing chain on a Hyundai i45 be replaced?
The timing chain on your Hyundai i45 keeps your cylinder head’s operation timed perfectly with the goings-on in your cylinder block. It can stretch or fail over time, and could require replacement to keep your engine running at its best.
Where can I get a new Hyundai i45 engine?
You might be able to source a replacement engine from a wreckers (3 i45s wrecking on ebay atm) and have it transported to an independent garage for them to fit it… still not cheap but better than the dealer option. In the US the I45 is called a sonata.
What is the recommended maintenance schedule for a Hyundai?
Hyundai Motor America provides electronic recommended maintenance schedules for all 2000 model year and newer vehicles. As the owner of a Hyundai vehicle, please ensure that each recommended maintenance service is performed at the prescribed interval.
Are there any recalls on the Hyundai YF i45?
During the assembly of engine units, debris contamination may have occurred. As such, prolonged running of the engine with contaminants could cause engine failure – this would cause the vehicle to stop suddenly and increase the risk of a collision. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2017/16129 .
Do You need Timing belt on Hyundai i45?
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What to do if your Hyundai i45 engine fails?
There’s not a lot you can do, you need to find an engine and get your car going. You would be unlucky for it to happen again. You could also try to convince Hyundai to come to the party with part payment for the repairs, which might help alleviate the financial burden for you.
Can a Hyundai i45 start in cold weather?
I have a 2011 i45. It doesn’t start in cold weather. It doesn’t crank when turning the ignition key on. I have to heat both the battery terminals with a hair dryer for about 15 minutes. And then all of a sudden it starts within a second.
What’s the life cycle of a Hyundai Elite i45?
Usually every 100k kms. Ask your mechanic just in case. It does have life cycle. My Elite i45 2011 model has an airconditioning compressor motor issue. These are supposed to have a life of 8-10 years. My first one was replaced by Hyundai 2015 under warranty. Now this one is not fit for purpose and failed after 3.5 years in Dec 2018.