Hyundai Elantra Common Problems and Solutions
Difficulty Steering
Problem:
The car is becoming more difficult to steer and may pull to one side when driving straight.
Solution:
Check your front suspension arms for rust on the inside. This can weaken them significantly, and in most cases, you’ll need to find replacements on our parts page. If you’ve caught the problem early enough, you can prevent further damage by applying some wax oil corrosion protection.
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Rough Engine Idle
Problem:
The engine is running roughly at idle, and the check engine light is lit.
Solution:
It’s likely that you have a faulty vapour canister purge valve, which affects the performance of the EVAP emission control system. Accessing the valve alone is very difficult, and most drivers simply order a new EVAP system from BreakerYard and replace the entire unit.
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Incorrect Gear Changes (All Automatics)
Problem:
The gears in your automatic transmission are not working properly, and the car keeps selecting the wrong gear. The check engine light might also be illuminated.
Solution:
You need to address this before it begins causing serious damage to your gearbox. The fault is most likely connected to the speed sensors in the transmission. Removal is very simple, and you can find a new sensor on our parts list that you can easily slot into place.
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Engine Stalling
Problem:
The engine has difficulty starting, and once it’s running, it stalls frequently.
Solution:
There are many possible reasons for this, but before you take the car for a diagnostic check, examine your crankshaft angle sensor. It’s a component that often wears out on the Elantra, and replacing it is straightforward. We can deliver your new sensor when you order through BreakerYard.
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Crankshaft Sensor
No Audio From Car Speakers (All Models with Navigation Units)
Problem:
There is no sound coming from the speakers, so you can’t hear the radio, CD, navigation, or telephone calls.
Solution:
You need to reset your navigation system because you’re experiencing a very common software glitch. Disconnect the car’s negative battery terminal and wait for about 15 minutes. Reconnect the battery terminal, and your speaker should start working again.
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Weak Headlights
Problem:
Your headlights have become cloudy, and their light output has significantly decreased as a result.
Solution:
This is quite common on the Elantra, but you shouldn’t need to replace any parts of the headlight unit. Remove the headlight lens and gently rub it with some scouring powder and a damp cloth.
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Engine knocking noise
Problem:
If you hear a knocking noise coming from the engine, it is most likely caused by faulty engine mounts. This is most noticeable when you are taking off (accelerating) or applying the brakes. These are clear signs of broken engine mounts.
Solution:
You will need to remove the engine using an engine hoist to access the engine mounts. You should then check which mounts are broken and replace them to resolve the issue.
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Window regulator failure
Problem:
The window regulator tends to fail on this vehicle. If you're experiencing problems with the windows not functioning properly and they are very hesitant to move up and down, it indicates an issue with the regulator.
Solution:
You will need to fit a replacement window regulator to fix the problem. Watch the video below to see how to remove the window regulator.
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Window Regulator Mechanism
Air conditioning problem
Problem:
There are known issues with the air conditioning failing on the Elantra. These include problems such as the air conditioning not working on all settings, only functioning on certain ones, or a known issue where it does not blow cold air on the cold settings. The blower motor is responsible for the first fault, while the compressor is linked to the problem of not blowing cold air.
Solution:
Depending on the issue you're experiencing, you will need to replace the faulty part. If the air conditioning is not working on all settings, you will need to replace the blower motor, and if it is not blowing out cold air, you will need a replacement compressor. We can help you find replacement air conditioning parts at very low prices.
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Loss of Brake Power
Problem:
You need to apply a lot of pressure to the brake pedal to bring the car to a stop.
Solution:
This is a manufacturing issue that specifically affects Elantras built in 2013. The problem is that the brake discs and brake pads are highly susceptible to quick rusting, and you’ll likely need to replace both. You should also inspect the area around the brake system and replace any other parts that show signs of rust.
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