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If your Hyundai Sonata has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your car gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help determine …

P0026 is a code that signals an issue with your Hyundai Sonata’s intake valve control solenoid circuit. In layman’s terms, the circuit is not complying with the Powertrain Control Module’s commands. It sent a signal to the intake valve control solenoid, and it, for whatever reason, failed. P0026 is a …

P0152 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Hyundai Sonata. It indicates that the bank 2 sensor 1 O2 sensor is reporting a voltage level that is higher than its normal operating range. P0152 Definition: O2 Sensor – High Voltage – B2S1 O2 Sensor Oxygen sensors …

P0725 is a common OBD2 code that can occur in the Hyundai Sonata. It indicates an issue with the engine speed sensor input circuit (which measures the engine speed at the input shaft and helps the PCM determine when and how hard to shift the transmission). It’s a generic code, …

P0523 is a standard OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Hyundai Sonata. In layman’s terms, it indicates the signal from the oil pressure sensor is higher than its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). P0523 is generic (it has the same definition for all vehicles), repair steps …

P1326 is a very common code to find in the Hyundai Sonata. It indicates that the Knock Sensor Detection System has detected excess engine vibration. An actual engine knock most commonly causes it, but a bad knock sensor or wiring problems are also common causes. Repairing P1326 should be considered …

P2279 is a generic OBD-II code. It indicates there is a vacuum leak coming from your Hyundai Sonata’s air intake system. While P2279 is a generic code (it has the same definition for the Sonata as it would any other vehicle made after 1996), repair steps will vary based on …

P0605 is a relatively rare OBD-II trouble code that can occur in the Hyundai Sonata. It indicates that PCM (powertrain control module) is not passing its ROM (read-only memory) self-test when you turn the ignition on. While P0605 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any car …

P0116 indicates that your Hyundai Sonata’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), it …

Most Hyundais have the oil type printed on the oil cap – it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, or 10W-40. If it isn’t printed on the oil cap, check your owner’s manual for the exact type before adding new oil. We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are …