Hyundai Parts Blog
Tips, guides, and updates from the Hyundai Spares team
Hyundai Tucson Theta II 2.0 Engine Faults
The Theta II 2.0 (G4KD) petrol engine in the LM-generation Tucson and ix35 is one of the most-discussed engines in SA workshops. Connecting-rod bearings, oil consumption, and the well-documented global recall — here is what we see come through the door at Hyundai Spares, and what it costs to fix.
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Hyundai H100 vs H1: Which Should You Buy?
Both the H100 bakkie and the H1 panel van are workhorse Hyundais favoured by SA small businesses. The H100 is cheaper, simpler and lifts more weight per rand; the H1 carries enclosed cargo, runs faster and rides better. Here is how to choose.
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Hyundai CRDi Injector Failure: Signs & Cost
Failing injectors are the single most common drivetrain issue on the Hyundai CRDi diesel range — D4CB, D4HA, D4HB, D4FB and the older D4EA. Symptoms range from rough idle to a no-start at 200 000 km. Here are the codes to watch, the test sequence, and what it costs to replace.
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Hyundai Engine Codes Explained
G4FC, G4KD, D4HB, D4CB — Hyundai engine codes are stamped on every block but rarely explained. Here is how to decode the alphanumeric, which code belongs to which model and year range, and what each engine family is known for on SA roads.
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Hyundai ix35 Automatic Gearbox Rebuild Cost
A failing automatic gearbox is a R20 000-R45 000 conversation on a Hyundai ix35. Here is what the A6MF1 6-speed actually fails on, what a rebuild includes, the cost of a used vs reconditioned unit, and when a swap beats a rebuild in SA.
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Hyundai Elantra Engine Families Explained
Across six Elantra generations on SA roads, Hyundai has fitted four different engine families. Alpha, Beta, Gamma and the newer Nu — same badge, very different engines. Here is how to identify which one you have, what each is worth, and what fails on each.
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Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi Common Problems
The D4HB 2.2 CRDi in the Santa Fe CM, DM and TM has powered hundreds of thousands of SA family SUVs since 2009. Strong torque, decent economy, generally durable — but the EGR cooler, oil pump balance assembly and turbo wastegate actuator are well-documented failure points. Here is what to watch and what it costs to fix.
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Hyundai Creta vs Tucson: Used SUV Guide
The Hyundai Creta is the small-family runabout; the Tucson is the proper mid-size SUV. Both share Hyundai engine families and parts platforms, but they target different buyers. Here is the honest used-buyer comparison after eight years stocking parts for both.
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