Hyundai Avante 1.6A Maintenance Cost

[Maomaoma]

so i guess you drove only to see if it moves...hahhahha.

 

on a serious note, those needs to be change or else your tyres will be first to go wearing out unevenly.

Should I get the dealer to settle (because the inspection report they sent to theirs) states is ok or I should just do at my workshop? :) And is the pricing reasonable? :)

[Hamburger]

Should I get the dealer to settle (because the inspection report they sent to theirs) states is ok or I should just do at my workshop? :) And is the pricing reasonable? :)

 

you can ask but i doubt they will entertain. Buy all parts yourself and pay for labour at jb is the cheapest option.

[Rajoana]

Hi all,

 

I have a few questions to ask.

 

I had just took over the Avante, I send it to my own workshop for servicing. But it's ok not to use the (Qns 1) Shell EO right? I just read through all the comments and saw that majority using Shell EO. And also, my workshop just check and realised that I need to change the below:

 

1) Front Brake Pads (I know it's wear & tear)

2) Lower Arm Front

3) Linkage Rod

4) Ball Joint

5) Rear Absorber

6) & to do Alignment

 

(Qns 2) Bcus they don't specialize in Avante and the above, it was quoted a rough gauge below $1.5K. Is there any other reliable workshop focusing on Avante to do the above and is the above pricing ok?

 

(Qns 3) My husband did inform me about the Lemon Law. Because the dealer send for inspection, the Suspension & etc stated on the report mentioned that the car is in good condition and etc. I just took over the car for less than 6 hours and the above was surfaced. Can I ask them (the dealer) to rectify it? Although I did ask, but they say it's a 2nd hand car, can't expect much. Haha.

if u or your husband goes to JB, buy the parts from song yi @ veerasamy rd and change in JB. will save quite a bit. Alignment can be as cheap as RM20 to 35.

 

 

abt shell e.o. i think its ok but another brand i would recomend is redline not bad.

Edited November 10, 2015 by Rajoana

[Rajoana]

I think mine starting to eat oil already.

 

last servicing did at kmc they using 5-30 i been using 10-50.

 

now after 5k e.o. level drop by a quarter.....

[Kippei]

I think mine starting to eat oil already.

 

last servicing did at kmc they using 5-30 i been using 10-50.

 

now after 5k e.o. level drop by a quarter.....

 

Check for leaks.

[Forte3737]

If no leaks, prepare for overhaul

Check for leaks.

 

[Rajoana]

Check for leaks.

there is a leak on the rear of the block facing the cabin.

 

but thats been ard for bt 2 yrs no issue so far unless suddenly that got worse.

If no leaks, prepare for overhaul

 

just qurious for a top overhaul can rebore and put in slightly bigger piston and rings for tighter compression?

 

it could also be valve seals right?

[Forte3737]

You will not know till they open up the engine

there is a leak on the rear of the block facing the cabin.

 

but thats been ard for bt 2 yrs no issue so far unless suddenly that got worse.

 

just qurious for a top overhaul can rebore and put in slightly bigger piston and rings for tighter compression?

 

it could also be valve seals right?

 

[Kippei]

there is a leak on the rear of the block facing the cabin.

 

but thats been ard for bt 2 yrs no issue so far unless suddenly that got worse.

 

just qurious for a top overhaul can rebore and put in slightly bigger piston and rings for tighter compression?

 

it could also be valve seals right?

 

just check for the easier stuff like valve cover gasket and oil pressure switch seal. Most of the time is this 2. 

[Rajoana]

just check for the easier stuff like valve cover gasket and oil pressure switch seal. Most of the time is this 2. 

 

alrite....will look out for those. thanks.

 

 then again another sch of though is as long as the level does not drop below L mark within 10k KM can live with it right?

Edited November 13, 2015 by Rajoana

[Maomaoma]

Guys, my avante, the power outlet (the one that u plug in to charge your GPS) is not working so is the cigarette outlet (i don't smoke). How do I get this rectify?

Edited November 19, 2015 by Maomaoma

[Kklim]

Guys, my avante, the power outlet (the one that u plug in to charge your GPS) is not working so is the cigarette outlet (i don't smoke). How do I get this rectify?

 

Check the fuse. Probably blown.

[Bbs]

Dear guys,

 

Anyone have any idea which sensor is for error P0172, System too rich bank 1.

Is it the O2 sensor at the engine side or sensor at exhaust? And where is the sensor located exactly and is it possible to DIY with parts from Song Yi?

 

Please help...

had been facing this exact problem too..cleaned throttle body, changed spark plugs, changed bank1 o2 sensor, checklight still kept coming on. some said is was the jb petrol.. tried jb caltex,shell, light still kept coming on.. even sgp spc98,esso 95 same prob,

just done out of the car injector cleaning.. so far so good.

[Bbs]

Hi all,

 

I have a few questions to ask.

 

I had just took over the Avante, I send it to my own workshop for servicing. But it's ok not to use the (Qns 1) Shell EO right? I just read through all the comments and saw that majority using Shell EO. And also, my workshop just check and realised that I need to change the below:

 

1) Front Brake Pads (I know it's wear & tear).

2) Lower Arm Front

3) Linkage Rod

4) Ball Joint

5) Rear Absorber

6) & to do Alignment

 

(Qns 2) Bcus they don't specialize in Avante and the above, it was quoted a rough gauge below $1.5K. Is there any other reliable workshop focusing on Avante to do the above and is the above pricing ok?

 

(Qns 3) My husband did inform me about the Lemon Law. Because the dealer send for inspection, the Suspension & etc stated on the report mentioned that the car is in good condition and etc. I just took over the car for less than 6 hours and the above was surfaced. Can I ask them (the dealer) to rectify it? Although I did ask, but they say it's a 2nd hand car, can't expect much. Haha.

buy the parts from stockist and go jb install.. labour there is sooo much cheaper.

 

1.5k for the above is way overpriced. Cost for the above parts bought in sgp stockist maybe 500+

 

actually best to get 2nd opinion.. i recommend harmony motor, amk or pandan both good

 

 

Edited November 26, 2015 by Bbs

[Danielyap]

Hi Bros & Sis,

 

May I know what is the normal coolant temp of our car? Cos I was given a scan gauge and when I hook up to the car, it show 96C when idling and 93C when moving.

 

Is it normal?

 

Thank for your feedback. 

[Rajoana]

Hi Bros & Sis,

 

May I know what is the normal coolant temp of our car? Cos I was given a scan gauge and when I hook up to the car, it show 96C when idling and 93C when moving.

 

Is it normal?

 

Thank for your feedback. 

 

 

Hi I have a similar gadget set up but my display is in my hp on a app called torque pro. 

 

The readings i get as follow:

 

WIthout A/C:

driving 87- 89

statonary not more than 93 but i believe depends u stop for how long. normally hardly touches 91.

 

With A/C :

driving 88- 90

stationary : depends how long. can hit up to 99 Fan kicks in and starts to drop until abt 88 or 89 i think. 

 

The most stationary time i have is causeway jams.

else not of my routes are highway driving 80% and above.

[Danielyap]

Hi I have a similar gadget set up but my display is in my hp on a app called torque pro. 

 

The readings i get as follow:

 

WIthout A/C:

driving 87- 89

statonary not more than 93 but i believe depends u stop for how long. normally hardly touches 91.

 

With A/C :

driving 88- 90

stationary : depends how long. can hit up to 99 Fan kicks in and starts to drop until abt 88 or 89 i think. 

 

The most stationary time i have is causeway jams.

else not of my routes are highway driving 80% and above.

 

Hi Rajoana,

 

Thanks for you quick reply.

 

Think I should bring in my car for a check for the coolant system as the temp stay at 96C when stopping at the traffic light. 

[Rajoana]

Hi Rajoana,

 

Thanks for you quick reply.

 

Think I should bring in my car for a check for the coolant system as the temp stay at 96C when stopping at the traffic light.

No worries happened to be online and saw your post.

 

Well mine is mt if yours is AT not sure if that could be a contributing factor.

Anyways avante drivers want to meet up?