2013 Hyundai Sonata Technical Service Bulletins

185 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Hyundai Sonata. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10167764Oct 28, 2019Engine, Equipment, Electrical system. Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign for applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines that may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P132600.
• 10167269Oct 28, 2019Engine cooling. The warranty coverage for the engine long block has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10167268Oct 28, 2019Engine cooling. Applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326. Follow the procedure to inspect the vehicle and install a wire harness extension and/or replacement engine based on the inspection results.
• 10167267Oct 28, 2019Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, a chime will sound on certain vehicles, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to…
• 10167260Oct 28, 2019Engine cooling. Hyundai has developed a new engine monitoring technology called a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). The technology uses software innovations and leverages existing engine sensors to continuously monitor for symptoms that may precede an engine failure.
• 10167258Oct 28, 2019Engine cooling. Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign for applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines that may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P132600.
• 10167253Oct 14, 2019Equipment. This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.
• 10167732Oct 2, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The warranty coverage for the panoramic sunroof moving glass has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10167213Oct 2, 2019Body and structure. The warranty coverage for the panoramic sunroof moving glass has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10165455Aug 12, 2019Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness
• 10163868Jul 24, 2019Equipment, Engine. In an effort to support customers to keep their vehicle maintenance up to date, Hyundai will be providing select owners of 2011-2014 Sonata (YF) 2.0T/2.4L and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport (AN) 2.0T/2.4L vehicles with an engine oil and oil filter change free of charge.
• 10163867Jul 24, 2019Equipment, Engine. In an effort to support customers to keep their vehicle maintenance up to date, Hyundai will be providing select owners of 2011-2014 Sonata (YF) 2.0T/2.4L and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport (AN) 2.0T/2.4L vehicles with an engine oil and oil filter change free of charge.
• 10163279Jun 4, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
• 10161753May 30, 2019Electrical system. This bulletin provides information related to clearing all Diagnostic codes for vehicles equipped with the Blue Link system (Gen 1).
• 10161687May 6, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides the procedure to identify the correct transmission part number for 2013~14 Sonata (YFa) 2.4L by referring to the Serial Code. Some transmissions installed during the transition from 2013 to 2014 model years may be mixed from 8/20/2013 to 10/17/2013.
• 10160107Apr 22, 2019Equipment, Engine. Applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326. Follow the procedure to inspect the vehicle and install a wire harness extension or replacement engine based on the inspection results.
• 10160106Apr 22, 2019Steering. This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
• 10160104Apr 22, 2019Engine. Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign for applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L engines that may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326.
• 10160098Apr 15, 2019Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the 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.
• 10158804Mar 15, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. Hyundai has launched a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a knock sensor software update on applicable vehicles.
• 10158801Mar 13, 2019Equipment. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to update the display audio software on certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. Service Campaign T3Q provides a procedure to update the display audio software for blank home screen.
• 10154685Feb 20, 2019Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This bulletin provides the procedure to identify the correct transmission part number for 2013~14 Sonata (YFa) 2.4L by referring to the Serial Code. Some transmissions installed during the transition from 2013 to 2014 model years may be mixed from 8/20/2013 to 10/17/2013. NOTE: An incorrect transmission part number may cause a 2-3 shift flare.
• 10154683Feb 18, 2019Fuel system. In a gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine, highly pressurized gasoline is injected via a common rail fuel line and injectors that deliver fuel directly into the combustion chamber of each cylinder. In comparison, in a conventional multi-point fuel injection (MPI) engine, relatively low pressure gasoline is injected into the intake port of each cylinder. Due to high fuel pressures in a GDI system, servicing the…
• 10154682Feb 15, 2019Engine. Applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L engines may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326. Follow the procedure on TSB #19-01-006H (supersedes TSB# 18-01-032-2) to inspect the vehicle and install a wire harness extension or replacement engine based on the inspection results.
• 10154681Feb 15, 2019Engine. The warranty coverage for the engine long block has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10154680Feb 15, 2019Engine. Applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326. Follow the procedure to inspect the vehicle and install a wire harness extension or replacement engine based on the inspection results.
• 10154679Feb 15, 2019Electrical system, Engine. Hyundai has developed a new engine monitoring technology called a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). The technology uses software innovations and leverages existing engine sensors to continuously monitor for symptoms that may precede an engine failure. Watch this video to learn more. The KSDS software continuously monitors engine vibrations for unusual patterns that develop as an engine connecting rod bearing…
• 10154678Feb 12, 2019Suspension. The warranty coverage for the front coil springs has been extended to 10 years from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
• 10154674Feb 7, 2019Engine. Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, a chime will sound on certain vehicles, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to…
• 10152889Jan 17, 2019Equipment. The software update installs a newly developed Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) that detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear in the engine. The KSDS is designed to alert a vehicle driver at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of engine damage. If vibrations caused by bearing wear start to occur, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink…
• 10152825Jan 10, 2019Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, a chime will sound on certain vehicles, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp Home Mode allowing the customer to drive to the…
• 10152859Dec 7, 2018Electrical system. Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, a chime will sound on certain vehicles, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp Home Mode allowing the customer to drive to the…
• 10152858Dec 7, 2018Electrical system. Hyundai has launched a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a knock sensor software update on the subject vehicles. This campaign is being implemented to ensure the satisfaction of Hyundai customers. The software update installs a newly developed Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) that detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear in the engine.
• 10144430Aug 30, 2018Steering. On some Sonata (YF, LF), Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV, LF HEV), Santa Fe (NC), and Azera (HG) vehicles, a yoke noise may develop in the steering rack. This bulletin provides information on how to diagnose the yoke noise and replace the rack support yoke assembly.
• 10142698Jun 7, 2018Brakes. The warranty coverage for the brake pedal stopper has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first.
• 10138235Apr 30, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
• 10138240Apr 6, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.
• 10123305Oct 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Before installing an automatic transmission, check the depth of the torque converter in the case to confirm the torque converter is fully installed in the transmission. If this is not done, the oil pump may be damaged.
• 10117373Aug 3, 2017Equipment. If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ? P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ? P0706 - Range switch range/performance ? P0707 - Range switch - open circuit ? P0708 - Range switch - short circuit or multiple inputs ? Symptoms: ? Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated ? 4th gear fail-safe ? No…
• 10115229Jul 10, 2017Equipment. The warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first. Refer to the warranty and service parts information outlined in this bulletin whenever clock spring replacement is required.
• 10115697Jun 7, 2017Equipment. This bulletin provides additional service procedures to assist the diagnosis of vehicles equipped with variable displacement A/C compressors that features an external control valve (ECV).
• 10110935Mar 16, 2017Body and structure. In some areas, a vehicle's underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the bottom exterior surfaces of specified underbody components. This bulletin describes the procedure to perform this preventative service on certain Sonata (YF) vehicles.
• 10110929Mar 14, 2017Equipment. Some Sonata (YF) vehicles may develop a condition with the separator plate in the middle of the heater box (Heater & Evaporator Assembly) becoming warped and may cause interference against one or more of the internal flaps that control air flow to the vents. This condition may result in HVAC system exhibiting abnormal noise from the heater box, difficulty to control the vented temperature, blocked airflow due to…
• 10110926Feb 27, 2017Steering, Equipment. Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following 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…
• 10110922Feb 27, 2017Steering, Equipment. The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. The warranty coverage for this coupling has been extended to 10 years from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This bulletin describes the service procedure…
• 10089601Dec 21, 2016Engine cooling. Some sonata 2.0t (yf) and santa fe sport 2.0t (an) vehicles may experience a slight leak from the oil feed hose assembly onto the engine undercover directly beneath the hose.
• 10089536Dec 21, 2016Engine cooling, Equipment. Hyundai motor america is conducting a service campaign to replace the oil feed pipe assembly on certain 2011-14my sonata and 2013-16my santa fe sport vehicles equipped with 2.0l turbo engines. Service campaign t1n provides a procedure to replace the oil feed pipe assy.
• 10119083Nov 8, 2016Equipment. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to perform an underbody corrosion preventative service on certain 2011 ? 2014 MY Sonata previously or currently registered in Salt Belt States. Service Campaign 946 provides a procedure to perform the preventative measure.
• 10089613Nov 8, 2016Body and structure. In some areas, a vehicle’s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the bottom exterior surfaces of specified underbody components. This bulletin describes the procedure to perform this preventative service on certain sonata (yf) vehicles.
• 10119074Nov 1, 2016Equipment. Some Sonata (YF) vehicles may develop a condition with the separator plate in the middle of the heater box (Heater & Evaporator Assembly) becoming warped and may cause interference against one or more of the internal flaps that control air flow to the vents.

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