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2008 Hyundai Sonata TSBs

51 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Engine

15 bulletins
11025476

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear...

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combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.

10247189

This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

10230904

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear...

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combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.

10217258

Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting...

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load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard.

10217251

Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake...

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system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.

10190044

This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing.

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Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.

10178175

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear...

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combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes, or during normal driving operation.

10160098

This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the...

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Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten.

10052842

HYUNDAI: INFORMATION REGARDING THE INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR FUEL LEVEL SENDER AND SYMPTOMS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON,...

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ERRATIC OR UNRESPONSIVE FUEL GAUGE OR FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT REACH FULL LEVEL AFTER FILLING UP. MODELS 2012-2014 GENESIS, 2006-2014 SONATA, 2010-2014 TUCSON. *PE

10052144

HYUNDAI: THE THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) BODY, ON SOME VEHIICLES, NEEDS TO BE CLEANED AND PROCEDURAL INFORMATION IS BEING...

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PROVIDED, DUE TO DEPOSITS FOUND AT VALVE-TO-BORE INTERFACE. MODELS 2011-2013 ELANTRA, 2010-2013 GENESIS COUPE, 2010-2013 SANTA FE, 2006-2013 SONATA, 2010-2013 TUCSON. *PE

10038212

HYUNDAI: A REVISED PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONERS.

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*RM

10034649

HYUNDAI: DTC P2135/P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION; TPS REPLACEMENT AND ECM UPDATE.

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SOME 2.7L, 3.3L OR 3.8L ENGINES IN MODELS IDENTIFIED IN THE APPLICABILITY LIST MAY EXPERIENCE ONE OR MORE OF THE CONDITIONS LISTED. *PE

10032908

HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0746, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0770.

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INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE HELD IN 3RD GEAR FAIL SAFE. *PE

10030984

HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE...

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SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OPERATING RANGE SWITCH MAY RESULT IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED CONDITIONS. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATED; IMPOSSIBLE ENGINE START IN P OR N. *PE

10029229

HYUNDAI: MIL ON DTC P2135 OR P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION- TPS REPLACEMENT & ECM UPDATE.

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SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE EITHER SLIGHT ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION AT COLD WARM UP OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL) SYSTEM. *PE

Other

7 bulletins
10176178

This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using...

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recommended safe chemical products.

10173546

This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe...

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chemical products.

10167253

This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository.

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Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.

10059638

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

10059631

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

10059603

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

10026787

HYUNDAI: NF CENTER ARM REST; LOOSE MATERIAL.

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TO INSPECT THE CENTER ARM RESTS OF SOME 2009 SONATAS FOR LOOSE MATERIAL AND TO REPLACE THE ARM RESTS IF NECESSARY. *PE

Electrical

6 bulletins
10174808

This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: A Battery SOC alert - low Battery...

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State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.

10169370

The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance...

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from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects vehicles within the blind spot zone and gives off an alarm (visual and audible). The two magnetic radar sensors provide these functions for BSD/BCW: ? Senses other vehicles in the BSD/BCW zone and turns on the BSD/BCW warning lamp for the driver. The warning lamp starts blinking, along with an audible sound, when the driver turns on the turn signal lamp to enter the lane where another vehicle is driving.

10052143

HYUNDAI: DUE TO AN ERROR IN THE INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY, INFORMATION IS PROVIDED REGARDING THE...

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REPLACING OF THE PCM AND A POSSIBLE WARRANTY CLAIM. MODELS 2011-2013 ELANTRA, 2010-2013 GENESIS COUPE, 2010-2013 SANTA FE, 2006-2013 SONATA, 2010-2013 TUCSON. *PE

10041632

HYUNDAI: INFORMATION IS PROVIDED FOR THE ECU UPDATE FOR HEV ACTIVE AIR FLAP (AAF).

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*PE

10025101

ECM AND TCM UPDATE - VIBRATION, SHUDDER OR BOOM NOISE AT 38-42 MPH.

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*PE

10023629

ECM UPDATE - MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ON WITH DTC P0110 OR P0300, EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NO SYSTEM FAULTS.

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*NJ

Transmission

4 bulletins
10196546

Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicles owners manual.

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Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. Use of other DCT and IVT gear oil may result in reduced durability. Hyundai does not approve the use of any aftermarket ATF or gear oil additives.

10174807

The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both...

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OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:

10082725

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, ATTRIBUTES, AND PRECAUTIONS OF THE 7-SPEED DRY-TYPE DUAL CLUTCH...

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TRANSMISSION (DCT).

10082455

"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE.

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THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM ADAPTIVE VALUES. AFTER THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED, THE PCM/TCM ADAPTIVE VALUES MUST BE RESET IN ORDER TO PROVIDE OPTIMUM SHIFT QUALITY. IF THE PROCEDURE IS NOT PERFORMED, THE TRANSMISSION MAY EXPERIENCE A SHIFT FLARE OR HARSH SHIFT. H REPLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OR PCM/TCM H REPROGRAM OR EXCHANGE A PCM/TCM FROM ANOTHER VEHICLE"

Tires & Wheels

4 bulletins
10183960

This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance.

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For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.

10176182

This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to...

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maximize tire life and performance.

10172142

This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when...

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diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.

10034204

HYUNDAI: LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE LOADING TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110.

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EFFECTIVE 6/2/08, FMVSS 110 (FMVSS 110) SETS A THRESHOLD FOR CORRECTING LOAD CAPACITY INFORMATION INDICATED ON TIRE PLACARDS WHEN VEHICLE WEIGHT HAS BEEN INCREASED BEFORE RETAIL SALE. ALL MODELS INCLUDED AFTER 6/2/08. *PE

Brakes

3 bulletins
10190038

This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.

10183963

This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.

10040957

HYUNDAI: ALL SONATA HYBRIDS.

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BRAKE BLEEDING PROCEDURE. *RM

Air Bags & Safety

3 bulletins
10057849

HYUNDAI 2006-2008 SONATA: BULLETIN INFORMATION REGARDING SERVICE PRCEDURES TO REPAIR THE SYMPTOM OF AN AIRBAG WARNING...

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WITH DTC CODE, B1701 OR B1706. *LJ

10025557

OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) REPROGRAMMING ON CERTAIN 2006-2008 MODEL YEAR SONATAS.

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*PE

10025122

OCCUPATION CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF" INDICATOR LIGHT MAY NOT TURN OFF WHEN SMALL STATURE...

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ADULTS ARE SEATED IN THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. REPROGRAMMING - CAMPAIGN 083. *PE

Lighting

3 bulletins
10032793

HYUNDAI: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE...

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CONTROL) SYSTEM RELATED DTC P2135 ( FORCED LIMITED POWER) OR DTC P0638 (POWER MANAGEMENT). *PE

10028825

HYUNDAI: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE...

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CONTROL) SYSTEM RELATED DTC P2135 OR DTC P0638. *PE

10025141

ALL VEHICLES RETAILED BEGINNING ON JUE 2, 2008 THAT MEET THE ADDITIONAL WEIGHT CRITERIA ABOVE.

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LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE LOADING TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110. *PE

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

2 bulletins
10189989

This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.

10033666

HYUNDAI: SUN VISOR REPLACEMENT (SERVICE CAMPAIGN T97).

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THE SUN VISOR MAY NOT STAY IN THE STORED (UP) POSITION. BULLETIN PROVIDES THE SERVICE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE SUN VISOR ASSEMBLIES. *PE

Suspension

1 bulletin
10251285

This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models.

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If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.

Body & Paint

1 bulletin
10235566

Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships.

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It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint.

Infotainment

1 bulletin
10170883

This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions.

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2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bulletin provides physical differences between the USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 port.

Fuel System

1 bulletin
10052730

HYUNDAI: PROCEDURE INFORMATION PROVIDED ON SYMPTOMS AND INSPECTION OF FUEL LEVEL SENDER WITH CERTAIN SYMPTOMS.

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MODELS 2006-2011 SONATA, 2012 GENESIS, 2010 TUCSON. *PE