August 08, 2022, 07:24:55 by Bob.W | Views: 235 | Comments: 5
Hello Learned Korean Car Drivers,
Just curious - we don't drive a lot of mileage (about 15k/pa, rural 25km runs for 80% of it) - but I've gotten in the habit of changing our PD's oil every 5,000km.
I always use the spec'd oil generally C3 grade, Valvoline & Nulon were the last few I used.
I used to do the oil filter at 5k as well - but decided it could do the full 15k or12mth interval instead.
With high grade modern synthetics oils (as C3's are) and non-extreme driving conditions, for the pretty benign D4FB diesel engine how do folks feel about this practice?
While I know its doing no harm (other than to my wallet and environment) - is it likely to be doing any good or would the $$$ and...
August 05, 2022, 03:16:34 by Tyb1987 | Views: 468 | Comments: 10
I have a steering wheel coupling issue with the 2012/2013 Hyundai i30 elite. The mechanic would charge me from $495 to $700 for this. Rang Hyundai and they said it's not covered under their warranty as my car is over 10 years old.
Could U recommend a mechanic that can fix this issue and also based in sydney that won't cost me arms and legs?
July 15, 2022, 10:56:06 by Bob.W | Views: 1242 | Comments: 19
Hi All, I've a MY18 PD diesel that has the 7 speed DCT. First registered in 04JUL2017, so technically the 5yr warranty 'ended' a week and a bit ago.
I'd long ago decided it might be an idea to change the DCT fluid - even though Hyundai as to do at 120,000km (mine is at 64,000km). I only drive around once a fortnigh, my wife using it every day.
Having some extra time I removed the under engine guard after jacking it up and placing on stands today - immediately I noticed what appeared to be a build up of fluid on the underside of the DCT where the unit is screwed together - apparently Hyundai uses a sealant to form a gasket between the two metal sides.
I'd had an oil leak from the filter housing before (d...
July 14, 2022, 22:18:12 by Pidge | Views: 712 | Comments: 0
I’ve noticed this before but never thought of it as a major problem until I had an issue with an indicator and whilst Hyundai were fixing it I was given an i20 for a week.
When I set off my RPM drop from X to 1K every time, what ever the mode, how ever slow or quick I release the clutch and how ever much I press the accelerator.
It causes a big jerk when setting off which I had learned to sort of subconsciously predict and ride the jerkiness, but for passengers it’s an uncomfortable take off. But since having the i20 courtesy car and realising how smooth and engaging both the accelerator and clutch felt it’s making me wonder if I’ve got issues with mine that I need to sort whilst it’s still under warranty.
July 13, 2022, 02:42:21 by Divv | Views: 855 | Comments: 1
Hello i30 owners. I have a 2013 GD i30 6spd Manual 1.6 CRDI Diesel. It’s done 200,000ks. Lately, I have noticed the cruise control seems to be a bit dodgy. I will put it on in 4th or 5th and it will work then it will turn of for some reason. Has this happened to anyone else? Would really appreciate some help here as I am completely stumped.
July 09, 2022, 21:02:27 by DannyM | Views: 1496 | Comments: 22
Hi all,
I recently had all four tyres on my Hyundai i30 replaced at the garage. Since they were replaced, I noticed my TPMS malfunction indicator appeared on my dashboard.
I asked the guy at the garage about it and he told me if I drive for about 15-20 minutes, it should automatically turn off.
I have done this but it did not turn off. I'm not getting a low tyre pressure warning on my dashboard and the TPMS malfunction indicator was not on before I took the car to the garage.
Does anyone have any advice for me please? And what I should do next?
July 03, 2022, 06:51:50 by Hyre | Views: 419 | Comments: 1
Hi everyone,
I’m trying to find a brake switch for my 2013 i30, it’s the special edition 3dr manufactured in Czech Republic, so it’s a bit hard to find the exact one. The number on the actual brake switch is 13BS (I think as it’s a bit hard to read) my question is does anyone know where I can find this one or if a switch with a different number will work?
June 23, 2022, 01:31:49 by BrendanP | Views: 724 | Comments: 9
My 2015 1.6 diesel has recently begun to not start first time. The engine isn't cranking but there is a whirring sound as though the starter motor is spinning. If I stop and try again it usually starts as normal. I know the solenoid should push the starter pinion along the shaft splines to engage with the teeth on the flywheel, and the contact in the solenoid should close to energise the motor. Does anyone have experience in overhauling the starter motor? My thoughts are that it could be the pinion is sticking on the motor shaft, or the motor brushes are worn down. Any ideas?
June 20, 2022, 21:36:02 by rogerwaskow | Views: 470 | Comments: 0
Hi all My wife had some acrobatics yesterday as the driver's door of her Hyundai i30 Trophy 2012 petrol 2ltr would not unlock and for that matter does not work with either the key or remote. So we are stuck with a car that needs 61-year-old acrobatics to climb over to the passenger side to get out. What can I look for to help ourselves as being on disability pension means taking it to a workshop is out of the question at the moment. I am pretty handy and have once already replaced the inside door panel of the same-mentioned door. Any help from the brain's trust would be much appreciated.
June 10, 2022, 09:06:59 by toast | Views: 394 | Comments: 0
Hello,
My stock head unit's sat nav broke down recently and I decided to try my hand at installing a Sony XAV-AX5000 into my 2015 i30 gd. I had been interested in using android auto for a while now and this seemed like the perfect excuse to go for it. My model was unfortunately not included in the Hyundai android auto rollout (2015 q4 and onward i30 models only).
I thought I'd share my journey through this process since there were some odd bits and pieces I found during installation (granted I'd never done anything like this before!).