2009 Hyundai Sonata TSBs
59 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories
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Engine
18 bulletinsThis 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.
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following...
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vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) ? 2007-2015 Elantra (HD, MD/UD), 2009-2012 Elantra Touring (FD) The MDPS been extended to 10 years from the date of original delivery or the date of first use, or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This warranty extension applies to all original and subsequent owners of the affected vehicles.
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
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
HYUNDAI: A REVISED PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONERS.
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*RM
HYUNDAI: THE PROCEDURE TO UPDATE SOFTWARE ON 2009-2010 SONATA.
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IMPROVES ACCELERATION FROM A STOP AND DECELERATION ON A COLD ENGINE. *RM
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
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
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
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
HYUNDAI: ECM UPDATE: 2009 SONATA (NF) 3.3L ROUGH IDLE.
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SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A ROUGH IDLE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT DURING PARKING MANEUVERS WITH AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING. *PE
Transmission
9 bulletinsHyundai 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.
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:
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, ATTRIBUTES, AND PRECAUTIONS OF THE 7-SPEED DRY-TYPE DUAL CLUTCH...
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TRANSMISSION (DCT).
"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"
HYUNDAI: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING INSTALLATION OF INHIBITOR SWITCH BRACKET TO PREVENT SHOCK WHEN SHIFTING VEHICLE TO DRIVE OR REVERSE.
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MODELS 2010-11 TUCSON AND 2009-10 SONATA. *PE
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ECM AND TCM UPDATE.
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PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO UPDATE THE ECM AND TCM SOFTWARE TO THE MOST RECENT VERSIONS TO REVISE-ACCELERATION FEEL FROM A STOP OR BELOW 15MPH; SHIFT QUALITY WHEN DECELERATING TO A STOP AT ABOUT 30MPH WHEN THE ATF IS COLD. *PE
HYUNDAI: ECM UPDATE. PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO UPDATE THE ECM SOFTWARE FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED VEHICLES TO THE MOST RECENT VERSION.
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VERIFY THE VERSION OF THE ECM ROM ID BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UPDATE THE VEHICLES SOFTWARE. *PE
HYUNDAI: TCM CALIBRATION UPDATE-UPSHIFT AND DOWNSHIFT.
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UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE WITH THE MOST RECENT SHIFT SCHEDULE CALIBRATION FOR 2009 SONATA 3.3L VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES. *PE
HYUNDAI: PROCEDURE TO UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE WITH THE MOST RECENT SHIFT SCHEDULE CALIBRATION FOR VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES.
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*PE
Electrical
6 bulletinsThis 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.
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.
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
HYUNDAI: INFORMATION IS PROVIDED FOR THE ECU UPDATE FOR HEV ACTIVE AIR FLAP (AAF).
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*PE
HYUNDAI: THE PROCEDURE TO DOCUMENT TIRE PRESSURE USING THE GDS TPMS MODULE AND INSPECT INTERIOR CLEANLINESS AND EXTERIOR QUALITY.
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*PE
2009 SONATA 3.3L PCM UPDATE - A/C COMPRESSOR CONTROL (SERVICE CAMPAIGN T51).
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*NJ
Other
5 bulletinsThis bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using...
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recommended safe chemical products.
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe...
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chemical products.
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.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Infotainment
5 bulletinsThis 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.
HYUNDAI: THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE NAVIGATION UNIT ON SOME 2008 SONATA VEHICLES.
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HYUNDAI: NAVIGATION SYSTEM MAP UPDATE.
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SERVICE CAMPAIGN 765 IS FOR DEALER STOCK VEHICLES ONLY. DEALERS MUST PERFORM THIS CAMPAIGN ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES PRIOR TO CUSTOMER RETAIL DELIVERY. *PE
HYUNDAI: NAVIGATION REPROGRAMMING.
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SELECTED VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH IN CAR NAVIGATION AS PART OF THE AUDIO SYSTEM. SOME NAVIGATION SYSTEMS MAY EXPERIENCE LOCK UP WHILE IN MAP DISPLAY MODE. *PE
RADIO REPROGRAMMING - CAMPAIGN T52.
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Tires & Wheels
4 bulletinsThis 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.
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.
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.
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
Lighting
4 bulletinsHYUNDAI: 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
HYUNDAI: LEFT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY RETAINER.
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THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON INSPECTION OR REPAIR OF THE LEFT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY RETAINER. *PE
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
HYUNDAI: OWNER'S MANUALS FOR ALL 2009 SONATA VEHICLES CONTAIN INCORRECT INFORMATION REGARDING SUB KEY (VALET KEY) OPERATIONS.
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UNTIL A PRINTING REVISION IS IMPLEMENTED, MANUALS WILL NEED TO HAVE THE STICKER OVERLAYS INSTALLED. *PE
Brakes
3 bulletinsThis bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
HYUNDAI: ALL SONATA HYBRIDS.
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BRAKE BLEEDING PROCEDURE. *RM
Body & Paint
2 bulletinsHyundai 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.
HYUNDAI MODELS :SONATA, ELANTRA , GENESIS & GENESIS COUPE: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES THE INTERIOR CHROME PLATED DOOR HANDLES MAY WEAR DUE TO CONSISTENT USE.
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*LJ
Suspension
1 bulletinThis 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.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
1 bulletinThis bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
Fuel System
1 bulletinHYUNDAI: 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