2011 Hyundai Sonata No Crank, No Start/ How to Test a Starting Circuit...

in this video I will share with you how to test a starter/starting circuit on a Hyundai Sonata...

[@petermartinez5573]

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[@s.castaneda8738]

i like the way u show where u made hook ups where each wire went for testing

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[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Thank You!!!! Your ultra detailed test procedures and demo allowed me to diagnose and fix my problem myself which saved me a butt load of money. Thank You!

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[@rofotheman2230]

I want you as my mechanic…excellent video my friend!

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[@Tommy-qp7zv]

Excellent video for those that arent vehicle technicians and have all the fancy tools to diagnose the problems cars have that are brought in. I wondered for the longest time how dealerships figured out and fixed problems so easily and am simply amazed but im not good with wiring diagrams they make no sense to me ill leave them to the professionals lol

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[@RAFICKDAMISONMOYO]

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[@joelawoyomi9102]

Excellent diagnostic procedures, well done! Assuming the engine cranks but doesn’t run, what could be the cause or causes and what diagnostic procedures should I adopt? Secondly, does the guided components section of your scan tools(Snap on & Autel) show or tell how to remove and repair engine components eg clutches etc?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@joelawoyomi9102 Thanks! No it doesn't

[@Tanman799]

Great video you are a very knowledgeable technician thank you

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[@dorisy8804]

I have a 2011 hyundai Elantra, but the info was very useful for me. Thank you😊

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[@vio151]

Thanks for video! thought I had to replace the starter, turns out the pigtail connector was broken. But now I have an oil leak. I think I over torqued the bolts on the housing and damaged the gasket. What would the torque specs be for the oil filter housing?

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[@abderrahimmark]

Thank you for making these videos.

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[@billdennis2993]

Thx for an informative video of diagnoising Hyundai Sonata for no crank no start only 1 questiion since you were unable to test without your relay switch how woukd you know if the relay was high resistsnce only allowing enough voltage to your testmlight to operste but not energize the solenoid with enough current to make the contact for b terminal adequate current to flow to the starter windng.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Bill Dennis the test light was gonna dim!

[@thesetruths1404]

Hello fellow Hyundai Sonata owners. I bought a 2011 LE, 4 cylinder, automatic, push button ignition. It only has 37,000 miles on it and the previous owner bought it new. She sold it to me because her two mechanics could not get it to function for her. It would sit for a few days and would not start. They replaced the battery and alternator. That didn't fix it. Right now it will not start or do anything at all, so it actually got worse. The battery is new and checked good (confirmed with part store check and deep charge). The main fuses I can see all look good. Nothing comes on. No exterior or indoor lights. No dash lights or gauges...nothing. Except, the push ignition button will lightly illuminate when I push it. Both key fobs will show a small red light when anything is pushed on them, but nothing happens. The trunk won't open, the alarm won't turn on, no door locks, nothing at all works. It does the same thing when attempting to jump start with 3 different vehicles. It did start occasionally for her with jumper cables and battery charge, but now it is entirely dead and nothing gives it power to crank or start, or any accessories or gauges. It's behaving like it has NO battery at all. I have not connected a code reader to it, yet. Questions: 1. Anyone have this occur? What fixed it? 2. Is there a way to test the key fobs to be sure at least one is working? 3. I know how to get the car in Neutral to push it around, but is there a way to get the steering wheel to turn? I hate push button crank cars! Thank you!

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@thesetruths1404 check the battery module if it has one! it sounds like you have a connection issue somewhere, I recommend you take it to a pro mechanic who can diagnose it for you!

[@thesetruths1404]

@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair been to two already. They are too busy. Thanks for tip. Will do.

[@rayroro5586]

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[@bilalflayeh9053]

I want to see more and more of these video . Excellent job a gain .

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[@OswaldSantos-e6m]

I LIKE THIS VIDEO.THANK YOU.

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[@illmind6710]

Nice video . Where can I find a starter relay for a Hyundai sonata 2012 GLS 2.4 liter . Similar car to this car you worked on. I don't have any trouble codes and sometimes it cranks and turns over after a few tries . I replaced my multipurpose relay now I just need to replace my starter relay but AutoZone or oriellys doesn't have any. Do I get it from the dealership? Or order online ?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Ill Mind you need to have it diagnosed by a pro mechanic to know exactly what is going on, don't just throw a relay on it!

[@RAFICKDAMISONMOYO]

Nice to meet your channel

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@user-uj1xg7hb2u Good!

[@SL-pg4dh]

What tool are you using to activate the starter motor via relay? where can i buy it from?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@SL-pg4dh The Tool I used to activate is called U-activate from AESWAVE.COM

[@SL-pg4dh]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair Thank you

[@alejandrarivera8160]

Great video. But my problem continues after replacing the starter. What if you think the problem might be? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Alejandra Rivera did you check the wiring? or the starter relay?

[@TG-ue6qu]

Good video, I wish I had saw your video before I took my car to the dealer

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[@josueletelier1745]

Wow really good job!!!

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@josueletelier1745 Thank you!

[@JuGG3rNauTOfJust1ce]

I have a push to start one but absolutely nothing happens no lights on dash etc. i waited a day and it seemed fine and turned on, drove it for a bit around neighborhood to charge the battery but when I went to start again today same thing happened lights on dash flicked for a split second but then turned off. Doors only open manually and no electricals seem to turn on. Do you think its just deadish battery (i think original cause was a dome light left on) or something with the starter?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Brandon Frison yeah you might have a failing battery or corrosion in the battery cables!

[@MuffinManUSN]

Ahhh the Hyundai Sonata. A fantastic Korean Classic Music Car.

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Eric Luffy lol!!!

[@chinaivery7091]

Very helpful thanks

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[@paigesmith9949]

good afternoon I have a question what if u change the starter n the car still hasn't crack up?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Paige Smith you might have a wiring or an ignition switch problem!

[@ricardosom7766]

Hi I did all those tests and starter is working. It has no signal (power) to the engine. So I think it might be the burglar alarm relay you talked about. Where is that located ?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Ricardoso M. it's somewhere under the Dash!

[@ricardosom7766]

I thank you for replying. I found the alarm thing but that’s not the problem. All it’s a fuse problem. The engine block doesn’t get power. And all the fuses are fine, we put direct power from the battery to the engine and it started. Do you know if there’s another fuse that can be between the fuse box and the engine?

[@Usmanthemecano]

I like first then watch it!

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Usman The Mechanic thank you my brother!!!

[@ikechukwuprince5808]

Like your video, brother. What city are you in? I have a 2013 sonata limited what have lost all power after a rain.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Ikechukwu Prince Thanks, Our shop is located in Dickerson MD

[@ikechukwuprince5808]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair I am about 1 hour away from you. Is there a way we can arrange for you to check it out? What's the best way to reack you outside youtube?

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[@BreannaDove]

I’m just lost for words honestly, I tried everything everybody else tried & still no luck. The Hyundai Dealership so backed up down here, they looking at cars 2 months later.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Blue Pineapples I'm sorry to hear that! If you were in my area I could have looked at it for you!

[@tes7513]

i like the way you explain, but sometimes it is redundant

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Thomas Gofar Thanks for your feedback!

[@crystalcastillo08]

I recently bought a 2011 Hyundai Sonata & I have a question: on the temperature ( C/H ) it shows it one less before getting to the middle. Any idea what it can be that causes this?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Crystal Castillo check the temperature sensor!!

[@Apache616]

I’ve had my 2011 Sonata for about two years and that’s always been the average temperature measurement and never had a heating issue.

[@crystalcastillo08]

@Makki So sorry to hear that I hope you find a resolution to get the car starting. This is my 1st car, I had to replace the air compressor & the radiator & it fixed the temperature issue Thankfully I'm hoping I don't get any more problems with it though!

[@ironman1518.]

EXCELLENT EXPLANATION, THANK YOU!

[@johnweant510]

Nice video on the Hyundai. Not Repeating yourself as much would be a slight improvement. But maybe others don’t feel the same.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

John Weant Thank you for your input, I will keep that in mind!

[@tes7513]

hello, there buddy can you send me the link where you buy the' you activate tool.'

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Thomas Gofar I got that Tool from AESWAVE.COM

[@rutaafisivalu9231]

I have the same car same problem right now, jumped it w the wire cables & still won’t start, the oil was out so filled it up to 5QT & tried it again and still makes a crank sound but no start, any idea? & yes the lights comes on

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Ruta Afisivalu if it cranks but doesn't start you need to check for spark and fuel!

[@lashonroberts69]

I don’t know what to 🤔 mine is starting when it wants too. It’s like she likes men to start her up!! No lights dimming at all. Just seems like if I wait for a few hours then it will start up?? Planning to get a new starter but they cost a lot! 2011 Sonata GLS 2.4L any suggestions??

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Lashon G. you should have it diagnosed, that symptom can be caused by a couple of things, defective starter relay, intermittently failing ignition switch, or starter

[@fernandoHernandez-tl3bo]

Thank u. I have the same issue.

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[@ericmakakantare1750]

I Have the same car, it used to start before after multiple attempts, now it does not cranck nor start at all, just replaced the battery with a new one. What could be the source

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@ericmakakantare1750 get your starting system tested, the starter migh be bad!

[@B_thelenss]

I have the same issue and I replaced the starter and still no crank no start. Definitely going to check for power to starter

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@B_thelenss Ok! Good Luck

[@jjm7085]

Check your neutral safety switch .shift to neutral try to start it

[@johnnylee948]

Great info!

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Johnny Lee thank you

[@AlexWright-v3k]

why you did not jump it from the Starter Relay ????

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@user-to3bs8nv6e just preference!

[@manny762]

What happens if you don’t hear a click and it still won’t start?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@manny762 check the starter wiring!

[@Tdotpescot]

If the issue is not the starter would the issue be one of the relays or fuses?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@Tdotpescot Yes! it could be!

[@mohammadal-gebaly3046]

Good job , thanks

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[@Tom-ld9hp]

I have a 2011 sonata that's doing the same thing. It will eventually start after turning it over many times, sometimes 3 times or could be more tries before it will start. Any info on what's going on?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Tom intermittent start can be caused by a couple of things, a defective ignition switch, a defective starter relay or a defective starter, you should have it diagnosed by a pro mechanic!!

[@Tom-ld9hp]

I was hoping you would tell me what's going on why it will start after a few tries.

[@tiacapri]

My Sonata is having the same issue my battery starter and alternator are all good. Did you figure out what was the problem with yours? TIA

[@Tom-ld9hp]

@@tiacapri I have an appointment with a Hyundai dealer in a couple weeks. I bought a starter, most likely that's the problem, I let you know. It's a 2011 I've had it 10 years. Money burner, many repairs. My 2006 was much better.

[@tiacapri]

@@Tom-ld9hp mine is still doing it imma take it to Hyundai also I’ve had mine for 7 years I feel your pain hopefully it’s nothing more then a starter fingers crossed im going to take mine to Hyundai too we shall see…

[@ryancreamer2754]

Man I have power to starter it spins just fine but I’m not getting any fire after my spin I normally have to attempt the crank few times to actually turn over. What should I target is it fuel problem??? I’ve diagnosed so much and replaced a bunch already..

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

ryan creamer check for fuel and spark...

[@nishantjawale2769]

Dude where are you located!!! I have the same issue in my car and firestone says its motor issue and can't be fixed

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

NISHANT JAWALE I'm located in Dickerson MD

[@miacamacho4162]

What about when I turn the key my lights and the lights on the dash turn off then turn on

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Mia Camacho you might have a ground problem!

[@miacamacho4162]

I’m honestly not sure what that is and sorry I never seen your reply I was pregnant about to give birth when u replied 😭 but every light in the car turns off and on when I turn the key I changed the battery cuz it died and still the same issue and I’m not exactly sure how to check the starter without the tools u have

[@spitfireace8573]

I replaced the battery but I noticed the lights still dim when I turn the key to start the car and its a no crank no start what else could make a brand new battery dim when I turn the key to try and start the car ? I also tried jumping the car using jumper cables with the old battery when the car first broke down.Still wouldn't crank..BTW the car was running fine 3 days ago on the way back from the grocery store it started losing power then stalled and would not start..!

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

SpitFire Ace85 corroded ground or main power! make sure you have power at the starter!

[@spitfireace8573]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair I noticed the ground has rust where it's grounded to the car body..i assume that's why it stalled battery wasn't grounded properly..thank you for responding much appreciated 👍

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@spitfireace8573 My Pleasure! Yes that is most likely your problem, a rusty cable would cause voltage drop!

[@chloepitake1595]

NICE WHAT TOOL DO YOU USER BRO

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

chloe pitake I used the U activate Tool from AESWAVE.COM... it's an awesome tool!

[@Bri223ful]

How much does this normally cost?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Twin we all HUMaN Email me at [e-mail] and I'll give you a quote!!

[@SamuraiAtlas]

hey man i have a 2014 gls sonata that turned off as i was driving i pulled over and the gas is good but when i turn they key to the start the lights turn off and all any idea im guessing its the battery

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

SamuraiAtlas TSM probably a defective starter or a defective battery!!

[@SamuraiAtlas]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair I swapped the battery out for a new one because it tested bad the problem is still there

[@SamuraiAtlas]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair going to get the starter tested tomorrow

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@SamuraiAtlas ah ok! check the starter and it's circuit

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@SamuraiAtlas ok sounds good!!

[@waterbottle5898]

What if it cranks and won't start. It died in me whole on the freeway and all of the warning lights showed up as it died.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Water Bottle a crank no start can be caused by luck of fuel or no spark, or a broken timing belt!

[@waynesmith8827]

Try quickly pressing start stop rather then a prolonged press Ben working for me

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@waynesmith8827 Good to know thanks!

[@rovertrobert3180]

How many times did you say starter?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Rovert Robert a Couple Times lol!!

[@spitfireace8573]

My car stalled last week while driving back from store according to the wife it would not go over 20 mph before it finally died and would not start about a block from our house..I took the starter out got it tested at Autozone it was all good.I got power at the starter used a test light.I didn't test the voltage drop i also used a breaker bar to manually turn the crankshaft make sure engine is not siezed it turns fine.what else could i check ?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

SpitFire Ace85 Starting circuit wiring! Ground supply and power supply to the starter have to be checked! starter relay, ignition switch etc...

[@jadahill5753]

Did you ever figure out wat was wrong ??

[@spitfireace8573]

@@jadahill5753 Yes it was a bad engine hyundai approved a new engine free of charge my car has been in the shop for about a month now waiting for the engine from hyundai dealer told me it could take 2 months before I get my car back

[@jasminemickens3144]

@@spitfireace8573 I just got this same problem my car just cut off on me Hyundai Sonata 2011 i been having problems since I got it it won’t start

[@jasminemickens3144]

@@spitfireace8573 did u just bought this car???

[@ramonawilliams7269]

Thank you!!!

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[@fredgastelum4549]

Mine started running rough a few times lasted about a minute a couple days later i was driving and it shut off and now it just clicks once

[@teckmo-x9183]

My lights dim when I turn over but the car cranks but wont start. Battery is new 2 days old. What could that mean?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Teckmo-X Check fuel and spark!!

[@JattaVictor]

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@user-dz4jb5rg6k Thanks!

[@jimmy5629]

I did the same thing in my Hyundai Tucson and put a new starter in it and still no crank can't figure it out

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@jimmy5629 Did you test the starter relay and the ignition switch?

[@jimmy5629]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair not yet thought it was starter forsure

[@CHOPPERMIKE68]

awsomeness

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Mike Sa Thanks!

[@emanuel3667]

hi im actually having the same issue with a 2011 2.4 4cyl it turned off runing and now won't crank, starter is brand new spark plugs also and nothing batery was good but me trying to push start it it drained I check the fuses and they are ok it had the brake one blowed and I change it and nothing it make a click noise but won't crank I'm out of posible ideas can anyone help. much appreciated

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Emanuel check your ground connections!!

[@freddyyodi8629]

Did you ever find a solution?

[@emanuel3667]

Yeah so engine basically when on protection but it look like crankshaft was hurt so engine locked down my fault not checking the oil but car was sold

[@alexanderstefanxandraswedi5835]

great

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Alexander Stefanxandra Swedish Thank you!!

[@sgcourt]

Why do we have so much problems with this car ? Why do they still sale it. Bc mines won’t crank either. Idk if it’s the battery or alternator

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

sg court you should check your battery first , I have a couple of videos in this channel that show how to test a battery and an alternator!!

[@Hcsn20podcast]

What about when the car cranks but won’t run? My check engine light isn’t even in on

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Jusgo 20 Vision check the fuses for the ECM, the computer is not being powered if the check engine light doesn't come on!!

[@darrenhall5112]

Where can you get that tool?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Darren Hall you can get the tool from AESWAVE.COM

[@aymenmohamed1134]

thanks

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[@jeffreyherbert91]

Good stuff

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jeffrey herbert thank you

[@davidthompson4348]

I need your help please

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

David Thompson Email me at [e-mail] and I'll see how I can Help!

[@Chicolachowcki]

Can car window break a finger?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Put Pass and Plot oh yeah lol

[@kokoxavierkukuelnegrodelfl2317]

You must have OEM started cause aftermarket don't work like it should .

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[@kabiruabbahabubakar9928]

my sonata 2007 right now its not crack/start engine pls or can give me more effort to solve the problem

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Kabiru Abbah Abubakar is your battery good? if so. check the starter relay then the starter itself!

[@joesmith6524]

Lot of 2011 sonatas didn't start,the worst yr for Hyundai with bum engine!

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

joe smith Lol!

[@ohduana6746]

I have no crank, no start, and no lights.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

OhDuana is your battery good?

[@ohduana6746]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair listen...brand new battery AND brand new alternator but it's a Hyundai sonata. No lights, no clicking, no sound, nothing.

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@ohduana6746 this symptom can be caused by a lot of things, so I recommend you to take it to a pro mechanic, so they can diagnose it and find out what's going on exactly!!

[@eianwright5953]

I put a new starter on my new battery still won't start just revs

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

Eian Wright did you check spark ? and injector pulse?

[@eianwright5953]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair 🤔how do do that

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@eianwright5953 check my other crank no start videos!! on this channel

[@jholden816]

Im having an issue with my car starting, never had an issue. I had it jumped and it started and ran for a while turned it off when i got off work it won't start again but lights are on and the light switch is off

[@TourMurray]

Very nice

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@user-xm4jy8db7q Thank you!

[@zaeiki]

It's a Great video and useful information, now that I have a problem with starting the car

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

kitez123v Thank you!! I'm glad the video will be helpful!!

[@zaeiki]

Just one question, it's about the starter relay, does it have one circuit that is always energized and is another supposed to energize when you turn the key in the ignition? Is it the same in this car?

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

kitez123v you should have 2 pins that have power at the starter relay when the key is turned on!!

[@zaeiki]

@@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair My car's problem is between the transmission range switch and the relay after the 7.5 A fuse. Thanks a lot again

[@KITS_Auto_and_Truck_Repair]

@@zaeiki My Pleasure!! I'm glad to hear that you've narrowed down where your problem is!!