2016 Hyundai Sonata Drivetrain Service

Get Hyundai Sonata Drivetrain Service

Maintain your vehicle power by maintaining your drivetrain. Firestone Complete Auto Care technicians are equipped to fix 2016 Hyundai Sonata drivetrain systems. Schedule your appointment.

All About 2016 Hyundai Sonata Drivetrain Service

The drivetrain is responsible for transferring power from your Sonata's engine to its wheels. It spans the full length of your Hyundai, from back to front. It’s one of your Sonata’s most complex systems and includes everything after the engine transmission: driveshafts, axles, joints, differentials, and wheels. When you tune into you 2016 Hyundai Sonata drivetrain, you help maintain your vehicle’s overall power. You can minimize repairs by following Hyundai's recommendations for checking and changing differential fluids, and lubricating bearings and gears.

Hyundai Sonata Drivetrain Repairs

Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are not all the same. You don't want to go to any random shop for drivetrain repair. You want to go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can help repair all of your 2016 Hyundai Sonata drivetrain components including the driveshaft, CV axles, and CV joints. Your Hyundai Sonata may need driveshaft attention if you feel clunks when shifting, vibration as your vehicle accelerates, resistance when turning, or heavy vibrations in your floorboards. It's hard to put a timeframe on drivetrain repair. The system's pieces and parts don't necessarily have a "shelf life." So much depends on the climate and your driving style. Your best bet is to visit Firestone Complete Auto Care when you first notice a problem with how your Hyundai Sonata drives.

You might be wondering: how much will it cost to fix the drivetrain in your 2016 Hyundai Sonata? Again, it depends! Some more minor differential repairs, like seal or gasket replacement, can lean toward being more affordable. But bigger repairs, like bearing or gear replacement, require more labor and can therefore be more expensive.

2016 Hyundai Sonata Drivetrain Questions

When you have drivetrain problems, you have driving problems. Check out our top 2016 Hyundai Sonata drivetrain Q&A below, and visit your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care with any drivetrain concerns.

  •  Can Hyundai drivetrain maintenance help me save money? Servicing the drivetrain system can help you save money by saving other parts of your vehicle. A bad drivetrain can put undue stress on other vehicle parts and lead to premature wear and tear.
  • How do I know if my Hyundai drivetrain is damaged? Noises toward the back of your Hyundai Sonata, leaking fluid, trouble turning — these could all be signs of drivetrain damage you want to address. Take action before something more severe happens.
  • How often should I come in for Hyundai Sonata differential service? We recommend getting your differential inspected and the differential fluid changed as a part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine. Your vehicle cannot function without a differential. Differential service frequency varies from car to car.
  • Why is the malfunction indicator light (MIL) on in my Sonata? Engine problems, transmission problems, faulty sensors, electrical issues, misfire issues, and connector problems could all cause your Sonata’s malfunction warning light, or better known as the check engine light, to illuminate.
  • Can you clear the Sonata check engine light on your own? While it’s sometimes possible to clear a malfunction warning light at home, it’s never recommended. If your Sonata’s check engine light comes on, it’s usually because there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. You should find and address the underlying issue to help keep your vehicle in great shape. By simply resetting the check engine light, you may temporarily get rid of the light, but the underlying problem is still there. It will only be a matter of time before the light comes back.
  • How worried should I be about a drivetrain malfunction in my Sonata? If you experience a drivetrain malfunction in your Sonata, it is important to have it inspected by a professional mechanic as soon as possible to identify the underlying cause and perform the necessary repairs. Driving with a malfunctioning drivetrain can be dangerous and cause further damage to your car.
  • Is the transmission considered part of the drivetrain in my Sonata? Yes, the transmission is a key component of the drivetrain system in your Sonata. The drivetrain is the system of components that delivers power from the engine to the wheels to propel the vehicle forward. It includes the transmission, driveshaft, differential, and axles.

2016 Hyundai Sonata Repair

Nothing lasts forever. Even your Hyundai Sonata's many parts and pieces. When something breaks, we're ready. Click on a repair below to learn more about 2016 Hyundai Sonata repairs.