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This TSB describes the procedure to remove, replace, and adjust the stop lamp switch.
During replacement of the Accent (MC), Elantra (HD), Tucson (JM), Sonata (NF), Azera (TG), Veracruz (EN) and Santa Fe (CM) stop lamp switches, do not remove the crash pad lower cover (driver’s side), but before replacement of the Entourage (EP) stop lamp [...]

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This article covers the diagnostic process used to locate a fault within a 2002 Hyundai Accent. The complaint is the engine seems to “miss” during acceleration.
Step 1. Talk to the customer Retrieve as much information as possible though don’t allow them to set you in any particular direction. You are the technician not the owner.

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It’s almost hard to write: Lexus vs. Hyundai. That’s the New York Yankees taking on the Albuquerque Isotopes — same game, different leagues. It’s pitting an exalted brand name to which millions aspire, up against the bargain brand millions settle for. And yet despite that, putting the 2008 Lexus GS 350 up against Hyundai’s audacious [...]

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Lamps Not Starting
1. C heck input voltage, lamp type and number of lamps match the ballast label.
2. Rotate lamps fully in the lamp holders to ensure good electrical contact.
3. Replace with lamps operating well in a neighboring fixture or with other known good lamps.
4. Check the grounding of the fixtures and ballasts.
5. Check for damage [...]

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INSTALLATION STEPS
1) Lower exhaust for ease of installation.
2) Remove heat shield and cut out corner nearest to hole which gets enlarged, then reattach heat shield.
3) Raise hitch into position, and place 1/2″ carriage bolt into safety chain plate above vehicle’s tow loop and fasten finger

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Some customers may complain that the headlights turn on with the switch in the “OFF” position while the vehicle is parked. This could result in a dead battery after an extended cold soak. An updated Headlamp Switch has been made available to address this situation.

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The Genesis is an all-new vehicle and Hyundai’s most expensive offering in North America. When designing the Genesis, Hyundai had its eyes riveted on the Mercedes E-Class and the BMW 3 Series for several standards while tuned into the fact that it’s mainly Chrysler 300, Lexus ES350, etc., buyers who’ll be considering the Genesis. This [...]

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Recently entire seat belt assemblies from the above listed vehicles were returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) for detachment of the seat belt stop button. The purpose of this bulletin is to advise dealers that replacement of the entire seat belt assembly is NOT required if a stop button becomes broken or missing. [...]

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