Why is my Hyundai Terracan going into limp home mode?

Why is my Hyundai Terracan going into limp home mode?

Our Terracan has developed an intermittent overheating problem on long journeys. After about 50 mins of driving, it will overheat and go into limp home mode. We can hear the coolant bubbling away under the bonnet! It also becomes noticeably colder in the car just before the engine overheats.

Why is my Hyundai Terracan overheating on the road?

The car has become untrustworthy for longish journeys, which is a pain as we really do enjoy the comfort and space the car provides. It has been suggested that it might be a blown head gasket or cracked engine block – but will be a very expensive job to check/repair. (There is no emulsion in the coolant).

What should I do if my Terracan overheats?

No leaks, except when it comes over the coolant expansion tank after overheating – no pungent smell of coolant either. Oh and apparently, the pump was checked and its fine. Sounds like a sniff test then and then investigate.

What kind of problem does a 05 Terracan have?

We’ve just bought an 05 Terracan Diesel (Highlander auto) and we haveva problem at low speeds (manouvering speeds e.g. car parks, drive ways etc). Regardless of Fwd/Rev L/R it feels like a thudding sensation in the steering.

What’s the problem with my Hyundai Terracan overheating?

The temperature needle raises and the radiator water evaporates. I would like to know which might be the problem. Please, I need your help. Hello, the Terracan cools down through three different systems: air, water and oil, so I recommend you to check the three of them. The water system includes: radiator and pump.

Our Terracan has developed an intermittent overheating problem on long journeys. After about 50 mins of driving, it will overheat and go into limp home mode. We can hear the coolant bubbling away under the bonnet! It also becomes noticeably colder in the car just before the engine overheats.

What is the dust deflector on a Hyundai Terracan?

A 100 Series LandCruiser rear dust deflector, with minor modification, is fitted to the rear of the Terracan to help keep dust and rain off the rear window. A Toyota Surf dash pod gauge set tells Peter his altitude, yaw and pitch – or perhaps whether of not his Terracan has rolled over after getting half way up a hill.

What do you need to know about the Hyundai Terracan?

Hello, the Terracan cools down through three different systems: air, water and oil, so I recommend you to check the three of them. The water system includes: radiator and pump. The first think you can verify is whether water is being consumed, by watching the reservoir. Check if the radiator cap is damaged and, in that case, replace it.