Hyundai Sonata 6 / YF

The sixth generation Hyundai Sonata (YF) was made available in September 2009. In some countries, the model was designated i45 (in particular, in Australia). The sedan entered the world market in 2010, and in 2012 it experienced facelift. The changes affected the grille, taillights and equipment list. Another Sonata came to Russia in the autumn of 2010. However, two years later (in autumn 2012) official supplies stopped. The Koreans have made way for a co-platform with a European bias - Hyundai i40. The remainder was sold out in 2013. The model was assembled in South Korea, the United States and China. The sixth Sonata received high marks in safety tests conducted in the US, Australia, Korea and China.

Engines

2.0 Theta-II Turbo GDI / G4KH / 271-274 hp Engines with direct injection of GDI fuel in Russia were not supplied. Official machines were content with two petrol atmospheric units with multipoint fuel injection MPI: 2.0/150 hp and 2.4/178 hp. All engines have a long-lasting chain type valve timing drive. The gap of the valves is regulated by selecting pushers (glasses - from 400 rubles per piece). The need for adjustment arises after 100,000 km, and for work will ask for more than 12 000 rubles. After 100-150 thousand km, it is necessary to change the engine supports (3-5 thousand rubles per pillow) and oxygen sensors (4-5 thousand rubles). On the network, you can often find mentions of misunderstandings with the G4KD in Hyundai and Kia cars. After 100,000 km, knocking appeared, oil consumption increased, and after opening on the walls of the cylinders, bullies were found. The same problem has been experienced by Sonata YF. One owner had to spend 80-100 thousand rubles for overhaul of the engine. Others changed the engine to a contract, which is almost 2 times cheaper. However, cases are far from total, and many instances have crossed the border 200-300 thousand km without any consequences. 2.4-liter atmospheric, perhaps the most reliable. At least there are no complaints against him. Sonatas imported from Korea, often turn out to be alterations. Initially, they were equipped with a 2-liter L4KA engine, designed to operate exclusively on liquefied gas. These vehicles were primarily used for taxi work.

Transmission

The 2-liter petrol MPI was combined with either a 6-speed mechanics or a 6-speed automatic. Gas versions were equipped with a 5-band automatic. The remaining engines were paired with a 6-band automatic transmission.

The manual transmission does not cause problems, and the clutch will easily last more than 200,000 km.

The automatic transmission is also very reliable. Tremors, increasing to 100,000 km, are treated by updating the transmission fluid or replacing the oil temperature sensor (700 rubles).

Walking

On the front axle, classic Macpherson struts work, and on the rear - a multi-link scheme. The walker, perhaps, most often makes you look at the service of Sonata owners.

Front shock absorbers (from 2 000 rubles per analog) rarely go more than 100 000 km, as well as bearings (from 500 rubles). Rear depreciation racks (from 1,500 rubles) are much more durable.

Ball supports wear out to 80-100 thousand km, and the Silen blocks of the front levers - after 100,000 km. All elements can be replaced separately. The rubber bands of the rear levers are more durable - up to 200,000 km are practically not disturbed.

Front stage bearings (from 700 rubles) are surrendered after 50-100 thousand km. They change separately from the hub. The rear ones are assembled with a hub (from 2,200 rubles), but serve more than 150-200 thousand km.

After 100-150 thousand km can crunch the external SRUS (from 1,300 rubles). Then they may require maintenance of the caliper brakes: sour or begin to knock.

In the steering of the Sonata for the Russian market, a hydraulic type amplifier is used. Reika doesn’t need mechanic intervention often, but there are incidents. Usually because of knocking. The new original rake costs 39,000 rubles, and the analogue - 15,000 rubles.

In cars for the American and Korean market electric power steering is installed. Sometimes there is also a knock - due to premature wear of the elastic coupling.

Body and salon

Over time, chips are found on the paint coating, and chromium begins to peel. And after 100-200 thousand km stop to cope with their task limiters / lockers of doors (from 1000 rubles per set).

With age, traces of scuffs are found on the leather braid of the steering wheel and its decorative inserts. The most quickly loses the gloss of leather upholstery of beige-colored chairs. Sometimes plastic starts to creak in the cabin.

Sooner or later, the panoramic roof of the top versions also creaks. To eliminate noise, the manufacturer recommends replacing the screws of the mounting with upgraded ones.

After 80-120 thousand km, the bearing of the compressor pulley may get tired. The cost of a new pulley is about 4 500 rubles. Pull with a replacement is not worth it - a faulty pulley can finish off the compressor. Then you will have to prepare more than 35 000 rubles for a new compressor.

Electrician.

On the Sonata YF of the first years of release, the brake pedal tip (frog) often brought down, which led to the blocking of the gear selector and the inability to start the engine.

After 100-150 thousand km, the steering train fails. Symptoms - errors on the driver's airbag and non-functioning buttons on the steering wheel. The cost of a new plume is 5,600 rubles. In the Chinese online store you can pick up an analogue for 1,000 rubles.

Sometimes the top-end head unit with navigation versions Prestige + Navi hangs. The disease is treated by flashing the device. And after 70-120 thousand km, the rear-view camera fails due to moisture getting inside. Soon it is the turn of Parktronic sensors (from 1000 rubles per analog).

The generator may require attention after 150-200 thousand km. Begins to make noise overtaking clutch (from 800 rubles), or wear brushes. The new generator can be purchased for 12,000 rubles.

Engines

• The need for adjustment arises after 100,000 km, and for work will ask for more than 12 000 rubles. After 100,000 to 150,000.
• After 100,000 km, knocking appeared, oil consumption increased, and after opening on the walls of the cylinders, bullies were found.
• One owner had to spend 80-100 thousand rubles for overhaul of the engine.
• Subsequently, most owners of modernized machines faced various malfunctions and engine failures.

Transmission

• The manual transmission does not cause problems, and the clutch will easily last more than 200,000 km.

Walking

• Reika doesn’t need mechanic intervention often, but there are incidents. Usually because of knocking.
• Sometimes there is also a knock - due to premature wear of the elastic coupling.

Body and salon

• With age, traces of scuffs are found on the leather braid of the steering wheel and its decorative inserts.
• To eliminate noise, the manufacturer recommends replacing the screws of the mounting with upgraded ones.

Electrician.

• After 100-150 thousand km, the steering train fails.
• km the rear view camera fails due to moisture entering.

Hyundai Sonata is a full-fledged family car that will not be burdened with expensive malfunctions. At the same time, it will please with stylish appearance and European controllability.

• Engines: After 100,000 km, knocking appeared, oil consumption increased, and after opening, bullies were found on the walls of the cylinders.
• Transmission: The manual transmission does not cause problems, and the clutch will easily last more than 200,000 km.
• Driving: Reika does not need mechanic intervention often, but there are incidents. Usually because of knocking.
• Body and interior: With age, traces of scuffs are found on the leather braid of the steering wheel and its decorative inserts.
• Electricity: On Sonata YF of the first years of production often brought the brake pedal tip (frog), which led to the blocking of the gear selector and the inability to start the engine. After 100-150 thousand km, the steering train fails.

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