Hyundai Altos Won’t Accelerate: Causes + How to Fix

If your Hyundai Altos won’t accelerate, that is a serious cause for concern.   If your check engine light is on, get a code scanner and see what trouble codes are stored in the PCM (powertrain control module).  They can provide valuable insight as to what the problem may be and help you narrow down … Read more

Hyundai Altos: Pulling to the Left

A vehicle that is pulling to the left can be dangerous to drive.  In the US, left is the direction of oncoming traffic.  This makes pulling to the left even more dangerous than pulling to the right.  Keeping straight when your Hyundai Altos wants to veer into traffic makes driving stressful.  If your Altos pulls … Read more

Hyundai Altos: Pulls to the Right → Diagnosis

When your Hyundai Altos pulls to the right, it makes driving difficult.  Keeping straight when your Altos wants to veer off the road is dangerous, and takes all of the joy out of driving.  Fixing a vehicle pulling to the right should be considered a high priority repair.    Hyundai Altos Pulls to the Right … Read more

Hyundai Altos:  Oil Leak Diagnosis

If you’re a Hyundai Altos owner, you’re likely aware of the common issues that can arise with your vehicle. One of the most frustrating problems is discovering an oil leak. Not only can it be a messy hassle to clean up, but it can also be a sign of a more serious issue. Gaskets and … Read more

Hyundai Altos:  Leaking Water Diagnosis

  If your Hyundai Altos is leaking water, it could mean a few different things are happening.  Some water is completely acceptable.  It depends on the situation.  It really depends on where you’ve found it, and if it is really water. Coolant or Water? If you are trying to figure out if your Hyundai Altos … Read more

Hyundai Altos:  Oil On Spark Plug Causes

If you’ve found oil on your Hyundai Altos’s spark plug, it should be a cause for concern. It doesn’t necessarily indicate a major engine problem.  When there is oil on the spark plugs is usually caused by a bad valve cover gasket or O-Ring (overhead cam engines).  There can be other causes as well. Any … Read more

Hyundai Altos:  Bad Wheel Bearing Noise Diagnosis

If your Hyundai Altos is making a high pitched noise or hum, it could be a sign of a bad wheel bearing.  There are several different vehicular components that can make a squeal or hum.  That’s why it is important to know the other warning signs of a  bad bearing before just going in and … Read more

Hyundai Altos: Brake Sticking → Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Hyundai Altos’s braking system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  If it does not work properly, it can put you in a situation where you can be injured or killed.  There are quite a few different situations that can cause a caliper to stick. Hyundai Altos Brakes Sticking Symptoms Smell– … Read more

Hyundai Altos:  Radiator Fan Not Working Diagnosis

Your Hyundai Altos‘s radiator fan has one of the most important jobs on the vehicle.  It is the last line of defense between you and an overheating engine.  If the radiator fan is not working, it’s a serious problem. Just because the radiator fan is not on does not mean that it is not working. … Read more

Hyundai Altos: Signs of Alternator Problems

One of the most critical engine components in your Hyundai Altos is the alternator. If you suspect that you have alternator problems, it’s something that should be dealt with before you end up stranded somewhere. Your Altos’s battery will not be able to keep the accessories and engine systems running for long without a properly … Read more