South Main Auto Needs To Call In Help To Fix This One

[@SouthMainAuto]

Want to see this PCM get fixed? Check out that video here ----> kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5SZYmBrosqJotksi=7x4FT7rqIA6_jb-Z Be sure to drop a comment, like and a sub if your interested in L1's videos and let him know Eric O. sent you 👍🏼

[@paradislarry]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for the Bonus Video with the PCM change over. I was seriously curious. AND your ability to diagnose these days, is getting kinda scary. When the planet collapses, you are definitely welcome on my ship as Head Mechanic : )

[@terrypickette118]

- 👍 👍 🔧 qoᒋ ǝɔᴉN 👀❤🤍💙

[@gwbuilder5779]

A relay is a relay is a relay...... What? Not anymore.😂 Worked on a few Hyundai and they certainly can be a bit weird. Great video Eric.🤙

[@robinsonsmotorcycleandauto3929]

Yep, I can also do those ECMS. Keith is a good guy and will get it all fixed up

[@7071t6]

mate your the best, its like you always said its a process of elimination, just imaging if cars were still old school, no computers, check fuel air and then fuses, 9 times out of ten, it will be a fuse or fuel or basically electrical system, now days you need a PHD in auto electrical meaning the scan tool does most of the work, lol :) Keep up the great work always watch your channel, you are a scholar and a gentleman. 🚗🚗😊😊👌👌👍👍✌✌

[@bigrig4630]

I'm laid up in the hospital just got out of surgery yesterday and nothing better than a good old south main auto video to take my mind off things.

[@betomendez4304]

Hope you have a speedy recovery when I had surgery sma was a go too as well

[@MikeKrumbs]

Get well soon!

[@bigrig4630]

@@MikeKrumbs thank you

[@bigrig4630]

@@betomendez4304 thank you

[@WarrenMillerIII]

Hope you feel better soon!

[@brentmcgillis]

Eric's ability to sniff out "Automotive Electric Gremlins" that other shops cannot find or figure out is now the stuff of legend. He is the Car whisperer for sure. The lesson taught to us today, is an important lesson in "Assumptions" that can lead amateur Gear-heads down the path of diagnostic defeat. Thank-you for the terrific content, and for showing us how you arrive at great solutions to complex problems. Unlike watching TikTok, where viewers feel they have lost 3 hrs of their life-they will NEVER get Back; when I am done watching another Super-Installation by Eric, I really do feel smarter and like I honestly learned something that will benefit somebody I know 1 day! Thanks for all you do at South Main Auto, we the faithful are humbled by your knowledge and for being a creator sharing it on KZbin.

[@cal4625]

I once owned a Hyundai Santa Fe ('09 I think) that had this same intermittent transmission problem. I finally figured out that shutting the engine off and restarting it would usually fix it. Eventually the issue was permanently fixed by a deer which entered my path one morning and ended the lives of both the Santa Fe and the deer. Thanks for the vid.

[@annathemaanderson4448]

😂

[@hollieriversjustingarza6726]

That deer was one great mechanic 😂

[@hollieriversjustingarza6726]

Did the deer say come at me bro I deer you

[@kenholt8297]

Poor car😮😂😂😂🎉🎉

[@edwatts9890]

Poor de[a]r!

[@williamritchie6913]

Wow, an early one, my coffee isn't even ready yet. That was a good one. Even a trip to Wilberts.

[@kendavis8647]

I've got a 1995 Blazer that I keep running. I should get rid of it but when I get it going again it puts a smile on my face.

[@JW...-oj5iw]

1975 C20 crew cab long bed 350/4speed. Gets lotsa looks now that it's ancient. I almost sold it to a coworker before I got sick. Sure glad I didn't let it go.

[@wyattoneable]

Son of a gun, that diagnosis was actually fun. Keith is a huge asset to the automotive community.

[@floorpizza8074]

That was some absolutely brilliant diagnosing, Dr. O. Looks like many others had attempted to figure this out and failed. They just needed to call the Big Guns at SMA!

[@ian_b5518]

Wilbert's the most famous junk yard in the world!

[@John-j1q6r]

Yes i know it and am 5000miles away so a bit much to travel Eric is the master detective in the world as well.

[@TarZan49]

I love it every time you say, "that's interesting"😊

[@brian2359]

Always, and I mean always check which hole!!

[@stevenharris5162]

Eric O, I love watching your videos, especially when Mrs. O makes an appearance. I've mentioned this to you before but I'm not sure if you read my suggestion and don't want to use it; or you haven't read it yet. If you do see this, mention it and I'll stop but for now allow me to offer my suggestion for a new sign off. "Remember folks, if I can do it, you can do it. If we can't do it, we'll get Mrs. O to do it. 🙂

[@flatdaddio]

I really like that you use the junkyard as a parts source. Very cool!

[@drbichat5229]

You can do diagnostics better than 99% of techs out there. Navigating electronics is not easy. Great video

[@benpatterson5081]

Probably 99.9% 😂

[@ah4800]

I think you're the most skilled mechanic I've ever seen including on youtube.

[@Ragnar8504]

Watch Wes Work and Diagnose Dan aren't far off in their diagnostic skills and detailed explanations.

[@mac1mike]

20 yr Hyundai tech here. I retired Hyundai and went independent so I’m going off memory. That generation Sonata was the most expensive to fix in my opinion but always kept running. I do remember A/T relay faults happening a lot. I may be saying that I remember replacing that relay a few times.

[@WTFIsThisGuyDoing233]

That parts yard is a gem. Treasure it.

[@steveswy3202]

Ya Know I've been doing electronics since 1980 avionics autopilot, instruments, navigation, calibrated O-scopes, factory electrical and appliances. and You are my go-to Guy. I tell anybody working on automotive to check you out fun, educational, determined and down to earth. won't ever forget the video where the power steering pump was affecting the fuel system, and then the other day on the chevy where the left rear shock was keeping it from starting. Thoroughly enjoy Your channel Keep up the Great Work

[@jeffcollins4727]

Eric, I love your vids. Not only are they hilarious, but they are informative. I learn a lot. There is always another way to do things. 30 years in the trade, also instructor. Your sayings, Ericisms are what we share as well.

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

I use some of that Eric O. Dictionary (as my fiancee would say) from time to time Whoa fella! Ope man down Ope there's yer (REAL?) Problem, lady -- not a sponsor

[@edchenal821]

A mystery solved. Good job.

[@trotva]

A trip to the yard. I know it's going to be a good video even before watching. !!!!

[@mlieser1230]

Lawnmower man is at it again.

[@rogern5368]

The best is at work again, and again you nailed it. Too many parts changers out there that can’t fix things. It takes smarts and a person who lives his work to do what you do Mr O ! Really enjoyed the PCM repair video also. Another great repair tech in another trade that relates to auto fixes. Dam good stuff !!

[@brentmcgillis]

"Run down to the junkyard", here in Canada that is the dealer. Actually, we call them the KaBoom dealer, for their engines that dynamite at 75mph sending your Spyundai into a spin on an icy highway.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow its just a jump wire in a relay style box i bet they went to a junkyard and just assumed it was a relay so they just grabbed another relay 25:17 nice find Eric O @South Main Auto Repair LLC

[@dougiedoug2921]

Love watching you process through the issue and come to the correct diagnosis.

[@clintprice2123]

Eric as always your logic and deductive reasoning gets the job done.

[@LatitudeSky]

Used to own an NF body Sonata with the V6. Had a 2.4 version once as a loaner. Was very glad to get my own car back.

[@davidmueller2780]

Eric, i love the way you get excited once the so called light comes on! And bobs your uncle!

[@robsgambellone5753]

It's always a fun ride when you troubleshoot these odd codes.

[@tabbott429]

Love seeing the process. Thanks for sharing. In 2019 I bought wife a new 2017 Elantra "Limited Ultimate" off showroom floor. It was discounted 8k because it was 2 years old. It had 25 miles on it. I bought it for 21k +dealer BS) 25K out the door with a full 10 year warranty ( covers electronics/navigation, fancy headlights, heated seats etc.) 4 years all ive done is change oil every 4-5k miles. GREAT CAR . 35-42 mpg with a Atkinson engine design. 6 speed auto. Port injection.

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Great diagnostic, Eric! Very clear minded approach! When is a relay not a relay? When it's only a shunt, to use the same harness in a different vehicle model! Nice trap for young players 🙂

[@rsmith2786]

The way you efficiently and methodically diagnose issues, even simultaneous issues, is simply amazing. You would make a great instructor if that's something you're interested in.

[@brucesheehe6305]

Yes, an instructor position with full retirement benefits and health insurance.

[@scottbordelon7602]

One of the advantages of living in South Alabama. It doesn’t snow . And our cars don’t rust out

[@Mr-Mag00]

South Main Auto Repair does it again, great job! My friend and I spent every weekend going to the scrapyard, you can learn a lot while there. Thanks for taking me down memory lane every visit to Wilbert's U-Pull it.

[@paradislarry]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for the Bonus Video with the PCM change over. I was seriously curious. AND your ability to diagnose these days, is getting kinda scary. When the planet collapses, you are definitely welcome on my ship as Head Mechanic : )

[@rrmech11]

Eric that was awesome. I was hollering every you told us. Understood your Whole process. Dr. 0 Your my favorite Can't wait till you hit a million subs. I'm 1 of your first subs. Love the tow truck vid with your brother.

[@gregsidel3557]

Refusal, Eric, you're very good, you're very thorough. You double check yourself and you're honest. Thank you for being that.

[@mikechiodetti4482]

I learned something new today. Never saw a "Jumper" in a relay. Good ole Wilber's auto/truck land. Good one Mr. O.

[@DEW409]

Must have used that relay in another application. Replaced it with the shunt in order to use the same fuse box. Another mechanic who did not understand put a relay in place of the shunt and compounded the problem.

[@scottrittenhouse3131]

Amazing how you do what you do!!!! Thanks for being here!!!

[@aarondean8299]

You’re the best. Love going along to Wilberts. Aaron from Canada

[@martyjr540]

Thanks Eric, I watch every video you put out, mostly on the job while fixing my own NY state rusted crap. I enjoy all of them and always gain alittle something from them. Thanks

[@docohm50]

Great video! I worked avionics for 38 years and it's difficult to explain to the family what's really involved in troubleshooting problems. This is car not an aircraft but same principle and a very good example of what separates the master tech from the guys just starting out.

[@sparkyobrian6417]

just retired out of 40 years avionics myself ! cool video

[@abw121]

Just watched L1a working on this board. Can’t wait to see fellow KZbin shop helping SMA!

[@ronaldanderson9263]

Oh, we love us some jubk yard. Thanks Eric. :-)

[@Spinonemaster]

Love it when Eric finds a complex problem ... checks service data, does some logical diagnostics and discovers what the mystery(s) is ... and has a fix .... and we know he loves a trip to Pick n Pull

[@garyday6681]

Eric is a master of his trade and a very good teacher of all things automotive repair.

[@MTTech]

My parents have a 2010 model year of this car with the same 2.4L. It has over 230,000mi on it and still being driven. Original engine and powertrain. No major issues other than routine maintenance/service. Back before Hyundai/Kia came out with the GDI engines in the 2011 and newer models with engine issues.

[@thewaterborotrashguy1002]

That junk yard is so neat and organized. Unlike the ones around me.

[@nickpappas4133]

Great diagnosis, been in the trade for 50 plus years, now in Ontario there are not alot of you pick parts, mostly crush cars. Your salvage yard looks great.

[@ppeterson9359]

A trip to Wilberts and the lawnmower guy. My day is complete :)

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

I love it when you go to pick n pull. Great job as always.

[@edwardgriffin8092]

"Lawnmower Man" is at it again 😂🤣😂. (At the end of the video).

[@boblemon2103]

Always a good day with a trip to Wilbert’s, we have two in my area and you’re right need something it’s the place to go, unless you needs a door mirror, couldn’t find a good one there.

[@marbleman52]

I am buying a 2009 Kia for my granddaughter that has this same 2.4, 4 cyl. motor. The car just passed the latest state inspection and no codes were present, but I will definitely keep this video in mind. thanks, SMA....good timing..!!

[@2nickles647]

My daughter had a Kia. Motor ended up burning oil. Factory problem. Traded it on a Toyota. Glad it's gone. Danks for the memories 😅

[@marbleman52]

@@2nickles647 Yep, I am familiar with the Kias and the Hyundais that had a motor manufacturing problem and had to recall a bunch of them. The motors that have the GDI injection system are also not very good, at least not for very long. Having the fuel injected under the intake valve and not on top where fuel injectors are usually placed to keep the carbon from building up on top of the valve didn't work out very well. Then, and perhaps an even more important factor in so many of these motors, not just Kia and Hyundai but many other motors too, was the idea that now you could drive for 8,000-10,000 miles before doing an oil/filter change. That fallacy has also been shown to be harmful to the longevity of motors. This particular Kia Rondo ( yep, don't see many of these around, the market just didn't want this particular style ) has a very impressive maintenance record and wasn't part of the big recall. The two owners did a great job: Oil/filter changes every 3-4,000 miles...nice...so important...front & rear brake pads changed before they wore out, throttle body cleaned, brake fluid flushed, alignment when needed, and other stuff. At 168,000, it is in great shape, and as long as granddaughter can get 2-3 years out of it, mostly to & from work, it will be a good car. I paid a little over $4,000, and in the Virginia Beach area, and for that price range ( no...couldn't afford a $6-8000 base price...one does with what one has...), and with the great maintenance record, it is a good deal.

[@Ryansroga-wm6pj]

Ohhhhh yeah another wilberts field trip love it !!!!

[@jaygold4467]

Brilliant diagnosis. Bobs your uncle.

[@whit4275]

I had same thing happen to me with a John Deere 3800 Telehandler. Ended up talking with a guy in Germany to find out that 1 relay out of 26 relays was just a jumper. Employee had been swapping around relays because of a clicking sound from relays.... Not sure what bill ended up being but it had the original service call (90 minute drive 1 way), Trucking to bring it back to shop & my time working on it (including dealing with JD because of bad wiring diagrams).

[@robertgreer5229]

Wilberts! Love that junk yard amazing! My junk yard I use is so disgusting it’s a obstacle course! Can’t even move around in it and so unorganized! Great investigation Big O’! Your a cool dude!

[@barryduckworth5224]

Makes me so glad we don't have inspection. I would have never guessed changing a bad part to a good part would make it fail.

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

I worked on a sonata recently. Had a misfire and all the ignition coils had melted?/corroded into the manifold. I had to take all 4 out in pieces. Never seen or heard of that happening. Terrible car. But with new plugs, coils, TB cleaning, oil change, engine filter, she ran butter, I mean BUTTER, smooth lol. Customer was pumped. Paid me really well. I’m a cook, he’s a server at same place. I do this on my days off. LOVE fixing cars.

[@horrovac]

I'm astounded how you can troubleshoot while yakking the whole time. I get totally locked up when doing that, I almost forget to breathe. I experience mental and cognitive stalls where I'll freeze in the middle of the sentence or similar. But then again I see you're great in troubleshooting, and I'm not too shabby myself either. Highly interesting. It seems that human mind has several approaches to this kind of thing.

[@donmunro144]

Sometimes talking out the problem helps me to rationalize whats going on. It makes me slow down and think, since my brain out runs my mouth.

[@frankandricciola9782]

Awesome diag. Never seen a “relay” that is just a jumper terminal

[@MickayG]

What he is basically doing is saying out loud what he's thinking... that's why these are so good, you can follow his train of thoughts step by step.

[@Torsee]

He has the gift of gab. I am also like you. No KZbin for me.

[@LTVoyager]

That’s the difference between rookie level and experienced level.

[@edtillier4421]

Eric I’ve decided the only way I could continue to drive my older Duramax van would be to move close to your shop!

[@aktrapper6126]

Amazing and amusing both at the same time. Eric, I wish there were a few talented Mechanics like you where I live. You are number one.

[@hikanthus]

wouldn't be an SMA video without a random "CHEVY THUNDER!"... =) great video as always

[@snakeskinproductions7500]

I've been an ASE mechanic for over 30 years and retired from the game a year and a half ago yet every time I watch your videos I get something out of them. Now I know about that relay/jumper on the Korean cars (Kia and Hyundi). Thanks brother...🤓

[@woodstockbrian]

I learn so much here. I want a job!

[@richard3141592638]

"y'all make darn sure you know what's goin in what hole". Words to live by, sir... lol

[@jmyer8978]

Advance auto sold me a flasher relay for my fuel pump one time. It looked the same and fit in the holes but didn’t work.

[@MrWaltjam]

great diagnostic process as usual. I am sure you have your nemeses, but you always work the process and work the problem down and never rule out multiple solutions. I also like how you take a moment to make sure of the way the circuit is functioned. ground side vs positive side, key on vs key off or always on.. a very important thing to find early or you could chase your tail...

[@robertmedina6875]

The BEST VIDEO EVER! Great info Eric! LOVE THE CHANNEL!

[@ronaldbrosius7488]

Another reason why you the Best youtube tech out there!! Excellent job as always, keep the videos coming 😂

[@stevesheldon2429]

Impressive thought & reasoning process. Allways informative.

[@garymeredith2441]

As though as Mr. O we'd love going to Wilbert's on your videos , That place is a gold mine .

[@larrywhitesell4139]

Upullandpay Denver is where I go for a fun treasure hunt. One of my favorite things to do on a nice day!

[@caseybalvert3547]

Interesting. Another great diagnosis.

[@moebassidji8306]

at 5:45 on the diagram of the control relay it shows a direct pass out of relay,no control,just a pass through,great diag as usual.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow bad Computer and wrong relay very interesting Eric O 18:20 @South Main Auto Repair LLC

[@j.markkrzystofiak9907]

If you can do it, the neighbor can mow the lawn while you do!

[@steveiak9970]

You’re an animal. I love the way you think. Great sense of humor amazing Eric God bless you

[@yotajeff68]

I was just following a Wilberts premium auto parts truck just south of Erie pa a couple of hours ago, thinking, man that name sounds familiar

[@rsage_]

Man o man, without that bonus PCM in hand that could've been a rough diag. Having two issues along with needing to clear the code to verify really can compound the head scratch.

[@goooch888]

Diagnosing the problem and talking to the KZbin audience, and still had time to holler " CHEVY THUNDER " 😂😅 love it

[@darrenlloyd8395]

Awesome. Love seeing your diagnostic process.

[@4b131]

Trip to Wilbert's first thing in the morning, great way to start a day!

[@hackfabrication139]

Always a great video when we get a trip to Wilbert's!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Very interesting so the Data pid is Terminated when the code is present hmm interesting wrong Relay installed wow that's very intriguing 🤔 Eric O 17:20 @South Main Auto Repair LLC

[@WibbyKDX]

Over my head but the way you explain it makes it enjoyable to watch and of course learn something

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Great idea having the rock surface so much cleaner than the Pick-A-Part yards made of dirt here in So Cal. Unless you drop something small and it disappears.

[@c5back9]

Rainman Ray says never go by whatever diagnosis the owner provides as they are often wrong or haven’t properly diagnosed. He says do your own diagnosis based on what you observe. Also that owners who try to help by providing diagnosis info often just confuse and cause you to overlook things. I agree with Ray and want to commend you for going straight to the scan tool and diagram to try and diagnose.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Ray taught me everything I know 😀

[@roneagle8038]

Voice of experience here- A paper clip, straightened and horseshoed makes an excellent jumper for a Prevost bus AC system! It's a small world.

[@ColtRacersGarage]

You're completely right that not all relays are really relays. Came across an alternator "relay" in a Mitsubishi Diamante, which was just a resistor inside the little case. Turns out it was a backup in parallel to the alternator light in the dash, which was connected to the exciter of the alternator, so the car will still charge, in case the bulb in the dash burns out. Pretty smart thinking on behalf of the engineers. 😉

[@daviddamico4288]

Interesting facts Eric, great job .. love your videos ..

[@PetesProjects0]

Thanks for taking us to Wilberts again.

[@SushiPac]

I love when we take trips to wilberts!!! Awesome video Eric !!! Nice trouble shooting as always always enjoy it

[@glenharper3136]

Thanks for the video Eric. Always interesting.

[@FastX14XE]

I may be wrong but it is quite common for hyundai to have bias voltages on relays, the control unit wants to see 0 or 12v if it sees a bias voltage it knows you've got a open in the circuit somewhere..

[@billziegmond4943]

Awesome diagnostic. Like you Eric love those pick and pulls for little parts especially.

[@johnerway7255]

Eric, that was so cool to watch and learn. As always, if you can do it, I can watch. Thanks so much for what you share.