i30 Owners Club
GENERAL STUFF => GENERAL DISCUSSIONS => Random Chit Chat => Topic started by: Nev75 on August 01, 2009, 23:48:57
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There's so much to like about our i30s that it seems we don't talk that much about what we dislike about them.
I'm curious about what you would like to have changed about it if you could? Obviously a lot of this will be personal opinion.
Here's some things that I have noticed:
- car stereo sound quality is underwhelming (SLX). Hopefully a speaker change would fix this, but I think Hyundai could have done a bit better with the factory speakers.
- space between each 10km interval on the speedo is too close IMO. Spread it out a bit and show 5km intervals too if possible.
As you can see it's a long and critical list for me (sarcasm) ;)
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the only thing i dont like about the 2i30s we own,the wait before we picked them up. :lol:
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the only thing i dont like about the 2i30s we own,the wait before we picked them up. :lol:
LOL yeah that seems to be the most common complaint :)
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Only thing I've found so far that I don't like, is having to let the Mrs drive it.
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All i can think of is that the drivers seat can go back another notch, and that the rear passenger windows seem to fog up very easily.
Oh, and the fact that the early CRDi models couldnt get cruise control! (grumbles :( )
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and that the rear passenger windows seem to fog up very easily.
Sounds like you have more fun in the back of yours than I do in mine... :-[
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and that the rear passenger windows seem to fog up very easily.
Sounds like you have more fun in the back of yours than I do in mine... :-[
Probably the same reason why he would like the drivers seat to go back a bit further :D
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Why do I have a feeling this thread will die due to lack of comments :)
Goes to show the level of satisfaction with the i30!
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One thing I'm noticing about mine is that the rear window doesn't afford me the great expanse of vision I had in my previous vehicle. To me it feels as though it gets cut off at the top - however, this could just be due to the fact I'm driving around an area where the roads are quite frequently disturbed by hills and other mountanous features.
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Well, my 2.0i is slower than my 1.6i Getz :'(
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My only issue is how easy the MS 18" alloys are to scrape, the tyres are really low profile and I am afraid both Kim and I have managed a couple of scratches on the wheels. :-[ :'(
I have a contact though and will get them blasted and powdercoated once funding allows. :)
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i only have one real issue, and that is how the i30 doesn't have a shock sensor/glass break sensor...seems like a necessity esp for a new car...prob going to have to retrofit one soon...
also i think the stock slx speakers are a little underwhelming like nev75 said but other than that..lovin' my i3o :razz:
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and that the rear passenger windows seem to fog up very easily.
Sounds like you have more fun in the back of yours than I do in mine... :-[
Probably the same reason why he would like the drivers seat to go back a bit further :D
Um, nothing to see here, move along :lol:
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I still have rattles in my car, now it has started from the rear view mirror, I have yet to complain.
If the drivers seat could go a little lower it would be nice... :P :)
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yep.. i've got the same rattle from the rear view mirror. buzzes along when you hit the right frequency, which happens far too often. getting the glove box replaced, so hopefully that will fix that, but now i have the entire dashboard vibrating when revving between 2500 and 3000 rpm (CRDI engine). drivers door rattle a bit, so too does the steering column. when i went to the dealer to see what could be done, they told me that rattles are not covered beyond 1000km (which i racked up in my first two days of ownership).. he took it for a 2 minute drive, told me they would fix the glovebox but that's it. not so stoked on that..
otherwise, it is the best new car we have owned. it's a hard one.. they get everything soooo right, but the interior rattles and buzzes like mad whenever you dare to drive it. frustrating.
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otherwise, it is the best new car we have owned. it's a hard one.. they get everything soooo right, but the interior rattles and buzzes like mad whenever you dare to drive it. frustrating.
We might have to do some brainstorming (or comparing notes) about this issue. I've only got the one buzzing noise near my glovebox which hopefully I'll get a chance to search for soon.. but if most don't have these other rattles they must be easily fixable one would think...
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Having to put the clutch in to start the car!!!! I can start to think how s#%t thats going to be in summer!!!
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Having to put the clutch in to start the car!!!!
That's something I've always done. Relieves the stress on the starter motor so I believe. Anyway, it's not mandatory on my UK model - I can start the beast without depressing the clutch. Naa naa
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We might have to do some brainstorming (or comparing notes) about this issue. I've only got the one buzzing noise near my glovebox which hopefully I'll get a chance to search for soon.. but if most don't have these other rattles they must be easily fixable one would think...
dash removal and re-installation par moi is on the cards sometime in the future.. need to find a whole day free to be able to do it. one thing i have figured out is that all the noises bar the drivers door noise are far less noticeable when it is warmer. temporary fix has been to drive around with a warmer than normal car. kinda nice actually!
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What I thought was a vibration noise in my glovebox, seemed to move to the mirror,,, then the dash... until my son pointed out to me that it was my sunglasses rattling in the overhead holder.
Of course I tried to make out that I knew that...
My other little gripes are mentioned in another section... under Suggested Improvements Tweeks.
Terry H.
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Currently I have two rattles.
One on the passenger side door (pillar) which I had mentioned before here as well as to the dealer. I mentioned it 3 times to the dealer.
The first time they said they will have to ask Hyundai Australia and get a feedback from them and as usual nothing happened.
So the next time I took the car in they said the fault was in the door trim so they replaced that. Well the rattle still rattles.
Now, what they basically said was that it is meant to RATTLE.
This is what they said with a few typos and i quote
" Road tested with forman at all different speeds and road serfaces could only hear a small intermitant rattel somewhere around the LHF seat belt area but couldn't pin point it. Suspect this is normal characteristics of vehicle trim and seat belt assembly."
So m going to ask them look at it again and again until they change that part. I think they don't want to change the pillar bits cause it has airbags. How much harder does it make?
Cause when I took the mechanic for a drive the first time I complained, he said " and it has airbags", in a very ' i dun wanna touch that voice', if you know what I mean.
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I don't like the fly by wire throttle...
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Why?
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I don't like the fly by wire throttle...
I have to admit, the feedback isn't what you'd expect. Hell, My previous car was a MG/ZR with low-sprung suspension. I felt every single cigarette butt I drove over, and the steering made the car feel like it was on rails.
However, rack-rattling* aside, I like the light feel of the electronic FBW system.
* I'm preparing to have the flexible steering coupling replaced at the next service (see Tech Data for details of this mod/fix)
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The throttle seems disconnected from the peddle, ie lag...
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I find my i30 1.6 Premium auto (petrol version) is very susceptible to road surface noise here in the UK. And the suspension seems rather 'hard'.
I've assumed the noise is due to the low profile tyres (never had a car with those before), perhaps combined with the hard suspension, and possibly a lack of adequate sound-damping in the interior.
Then again, road surface dressings make a huge difference. Stretches of motorway that have recently been resurfaced with that lovely smooth Tarmac they're using these days are whisper-quiet, while older roads are really quite noisy by comparison.
My solution is to turn the radio up!
I've never asked at the garage, but: is the suspension adjustable, to make for a softer ride?
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I have to admit, the feedback isn't what you'd expect. Hell, My previous car was a MG/ZR with low-sprung suspension. I felt every single cigarette butt I drove over, and the steering made the car feel like it was on rails.
That seems dependent on the wheels, certainly feels very pointy and firm on the 18" wheels, however the flip side is that you feel every bloody pot hole through your back.
I don't think the suspension can be adjusted, I guess the Premium Auto which Somerset Bob refers to has the 17" wheels and suspect that it is firmer than the versions with 16 and 15" due to the tyre profiles. Road noise is also a factor of the Korean tyres, I am sure that we have threads on here about the more expensive tyres being quieter?
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I'm preparing to have the flexible steering coupling replaced at the next service (see Tech Data for details of this mod/fix)
Warranty job?
Did they indicate if this was a common fault?
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I'm preparing to have the flexible steering coupling replaced at the next service (see Tech Data for details of this mod/fix)
Warranty job?
Did they indicate if this was a common fault?
They knew nothing of it, until I told them to check the service bulletins. I'm down there tomorrow to get my touchup sticks so I'll be taking the printed TSB with me
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They knew nothing of it, until I told them to check the service bulletins. I'm down there tomorrow to get my touchup sticks so I'll be taking the printed TSB with me
You could suggest to them that you become a "consultant" providing that little extra "expert" knowledge.
1st payment being they provide the stick to you FOC.
I know it's only £5 but every little helps.
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i find the centre air vent doesn't vent down or up enough. its range seems very limited.
its really bugging me :rolleyes:
(for like 2 minutes until the car cools down enough)
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1.drivers seat don't go down low enough,
2. seatbelts (Front & Rear)hits/taps the HARD plastic sides
3. have to take the whole light Assembly out to change a simple bulb
4.leaving it dirty
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i only have one real issue, and that is how the i30 doesn't have a shock sensor/glass break sensor...seems like a necessity esp for a new car...prob going to have to retrofit one soon...
That will be because it doesn't actually have an alarm fitted!
Its a cat 2 not a cat 1.
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so when DO the alarm go off...."when you leave the keys inside and itself locks? , (na na naa na na your locked out)"
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ok the speakers
they're frankly pretty crappy :neutral:
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ok the speakers
they're frankly pretty crappy :neutral:
In the SR? With the upgraded sound system???
That's a surprise.... And very disappointing.
I thought they would be great.
Though I must admit, the ones in our SLX do cause a rattle if I turn it up too much...
But that's the Mrs pRATTLING on about about how loud it is.
Who's Frank by the way???
:)
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ok the speakers
they're frankly pretty crappy :neutral:
did you know you can change your bass,treble,l/r balance and f/r balance :razz:
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ok the speakers
they're frankly pretty crappy :neutral:
did you know you can change your bass,treble,l/r balance and f/r balance :razz:
That does help.. :razz:
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did you try changing the settings,and did it sound better. :razz:
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guys i spent 45 minutes fiddling with the settings before giving up
i found an acceptable level, which once i'm driving will probably be pretty good, and already an improvement to what i've had this last week.
but there is a distinct lack of 'refinement' for want of a better word
i wouldn't call myself a speaker boffin by any means but i am pretty fussy and know what i like, which includes good clarity and distinction between the bass, mids and highs, which i'm not quite feeling here. i made sure i used 'real' cd's and a few different ones etc to not judge on bad quality or one type.
maybe i'm too fussy, and it is a car not a home stereo, but i must say sitting in there this arvo i missed the ones i bought for my Festiva.
will it do the job sure, but i feel maybe some speaker upgrades in the future?
p.s usb seems louder volume than the cd player
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Yea, I must admit that the speakers do still lack 'clarity' even after fiddling with the settings.. I might need to get new speakers so I can refine the doof doof... :lol:
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Id be interested to know if the source is MP3 or raw CD audio.
I honestly thought the SR would be crystal clear.
The difference in volume levels could be to do with MP3 Vs CD audio tracks (???)
If that is the case, there is a handy little (very fast) windows tool called MP3 Gain, that can adjust the peak volume levels (in all manner of ways) of MP3 files.
Also, did you know there is an auto volume level control in the sound system setup menu?
It increases the volume automatically as the car increases speed. (I tried to find it in the manual for you, but I can't find it listed. It's there though).
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Also, did you know there is an auto volume level control in the sound system setup menu?
It increases the volume automatically as the car increases speed. (I tried to find it in the manual for you, but I can't find it listed. It's there though).
That would be the SDVC option.
Doesn't work too well in Fergie tho.
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Id be interested to know if the source is MP3 or raw CD audio.
I honestly thought the SR would be crystal clear.
as mentioned i used actual CD's to set the audio :wink:**
occasionally i would change over to the usb to see how the mp3's sounded on a certain setting and would notice the audio would jump up in volume. this isn't a problem though. and yep i found the auto volume thingy :D - not using it yet
maybe to someone else the audio is great and i'm too fussy, i dunno :-[
edit: **i must apologise here, i did mean i had used bought commercial cd's in my setting up - i didn't actually make this clear initially, sorry for any confusion this may have caused :)
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I too wish the SR stereo was better. It's pretty good for an OE system, and especially at this price point, but it could be better. I'm about to take a step back to the SLX system, which sounds much the same but needs more crankage to get the same decibels, and loses some clarity as a result. I found only a couple of pieces of music that warranted maxing out the SR stereo, but the SLX ones seem to need to be on MAX more often to meet my doofy needs. :cool:
I find MP3s (at a high bitrate) and WMAs from the memory stick sound better than CDs, even original CDs.
Something I don't like is that you can't get all the drivetrains in all the models. For instance, why on earth can't I get a diesel SR?? or a manual cw Sportswagon? If I want the nicest-trimmed car I have to have a petrol, and if I want a wagon I have to have an auto! As they say in the classics, SCREW THAT!
So if they made a diesel SR, with an appropriate price differential, I'd have my order in. I liked the look of the Sportswagon too, but it'll be long sleeves weather in Hell before I buy an auto. If I want a manual wagon I have to buy an SX. WTF...
I've even asked and they won't build me one in the combination I want no matter how long I wait, so I'm left to try to make a facsimile myself from a lower series model. Ridiculous.
And, here in Australia, we can't get a lot of the fancy features our European friends get like full leather trim (unless we buy an automatic petrol wagon - not even available in the hatch) rain sensing wipers (ditto) seat warmers, etc etc...
Annoys me. If they want to shift the brand upmarket, they should be willing to be a little bit flexible in what they'll build for their customers. It'd be very easy to build any of the combinations I've mentioned above (with no design rule compliance issues) but they won't do it because some marketing goon decided that if you're not buying the base model you definitely won't want a manual or a diesel. GRRRRRRR!!! :evil:
I feel better now. :lol:
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I find MP3s (at a high bitrate) and WMAs from the memory stick sound better than CDs, even original CDs.
now i find this comment very interesting because today i had to drive into town, at least an hour round trip and i listened to just my mp3's (256kbps VAR)...and it was pretty good! except for the odd song they ended up sounding much better than i expected after being disappointed with yesterdays playing about. so either a) the music just sounds better while driving and not concentrating on it per se, or b) the mp3's do sound better than the cd's.
to expand on yesterdays comments somewhat it's not that the SR sounds dreadful by any means, i'm not rushing out this week to get new speakers. i can hear the bass vs the highs etc and they're not blaring or grating or flat sounding but there is a somewhat 'course' sound, not quite as smooth and velvety as it coud have been. on the odd occasion where a lot of layers come togethor i can just hear it start to blend them togethor rather than keep them apart, but i'm not sure whether many would notice to be honest. again i am really fussy. is it 'clear' enough - yes. did i expect just a bit more - yes.
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Something I don't like is that you can't get all the drivetrains in all the models. For instance, why on earth can't I get a diesel SR??
you can in new zealand
probably doesn't help :-[
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I liked the look of the Sportswagon too, but it'll be long sleeves weather in Hell before I buy an auto. If I want a manual wagon I have to buy an SX. WTF...
The SR CRDi I can semi understand... it would cost more than diesel Sonata. Holden have the same problem with their top spec Cruze - no diesel in Oz.
But Auto only SLX wagons...I don't get that at all. If they had a 5 or 6 speed auto it MIGHT be understandable...
But an ancient 4 speeder? Pffft...
I know that some people can't drive manuals, BUT you should get a $2,000 discount for opting to take one of these auto's off Hyundai's hands, not have to pay extra for it. I mean... you already pay enough for it at the pump !
It equates to being sold a black and white 46 inch LCD TV these days I reckon!!!
I think the i30 is possibly the last remaining 4 speed auto in this segment (in Oz).
I know the new boxes are coming.. but it is 2009 you know !
There, now I feel better too Mr H!
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I don't like the fact someone bent mine!
On a slightly more serious note, I'm disappointed that I can't get the electric side mirrors on the hatch that the cw has. Also that there's no automatic up on the windows, only down. The EU versions have it, so why not the AU ones?!
I also wish that the SR had a diesel option available - it's the only reason I ended up being the SLX.
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Wife doesn't like the angle of the front headrests (not enough adjustment backwards)
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You know if you spring them forward 3 times they spring backwards?
There was a thread on this before, and it seems she might need her seat a little more upright to help with the headrest position.
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... she might need her seat a little more upright to help with the headrest position.
.. or get her head rearranged :P
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The SR CRDi I can semi understand... it would cost more than diesel Sonata. Holden have the same problem with their top spec Cruze - no diesel in Oz.
But Auto only SLX wagons...I don't get that at all. If they had a 5 or 6 speed auto it MIGHT be understandable...
But an ancient 4 speeder? Pffft...
Fair call about the SR CRDi, but if I want one they should be willing to build me one. I think a lot of people would rather have a diesel i30 SR than a basic diesel Sonata. Just seems like silliness to me.
I don't care if they bring out a 40 speed auto, I don't want one. And it seems to be the trend for them to remove the manual option from their most desirable models. There's not much "sporty" about an automatic Sportswagon...
You can tell it's one of my favourite hobby horses... :wink: :lol:
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Wife doesn't like the angle of the front headrests (not enough adjustment backwards)
this really bugged me on my test drive, so much so i wrote about it here somewhere. and it bugged me when i drove Snow home, but my whole seating was wacked out. my usual position just doesn't seem to work in the i30. over a couple a days i adjusted and in the process i realised i no longer i had problems with the headrest which is great! its stil not perfect, i seem to need to sit a bit further back and more inclined but i am quickly getting used to it. just keep inclining your wife's seat back :wink:
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Having to fight my way thro' the crowd to my car because there are so many milling around it admiring the car. :lol:
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Having to fight my way thro' the crowd to my car because there are so many milling around it admiring the car. :lol:
I suppose that doesn't bother me so much because I'm used to being mobbed by people admiring me... :cool: :cool: :lol:
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I suppose that doesn't bother me so much because I'm used to being mobbed by people admiring me... :cool: :cool: :lol:
* Shambles adds a forum rule that excludes blatant lying in posts * :D
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I suppose that doesn't bother me so much because I'm used to being mobbed by people admiring me... :cool: :cool: :lol:
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Sorry to tell you M8 ... it all about the car
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i had the same probblem, fighting them off untill i heard "Man its All about the car dude" :-[ :lol: :lol: :lol:
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I suppose that doesn't bother me so much because I'm used to being mobbed by people admiring me... :cool: :cool: :lol:
* Shambles adds a forum rule that excludes blatant lying in posts * :D
He's not lying. Is he :lol:
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awww... burst my bubble why don't ya! :lol: :wink:
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One annoying thing I have found is the console between the front seats. It is just a touch too high, and I find myself resting my elbow on it when I'm changing gears. It is, on the other hand, wonderful for hiding the ipod in when closed.
BTW does anyone know the boiling point for an ipod left connected in a parked car? I'm sure I will forget to take mine and fry it in the summer heat.
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Not having it.
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Not having it.
That does go away though!
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seeing another white i30 today in MY home town
like get a different colour or something :rolleyes:
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Hee hee, despite Aberdeen being a hotspot for i30's I have yet to see one like mine :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
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i've never seen another sport on the road yet
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once you've seen one you will see more. :razz:
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yer i know, thought the same with the sport editd vw passat estate i had before Heidi, saw 1 then all of a sudden there was millions ( like the road was full of them , aaaarrrrrhhh, Y)
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I have seen just 3 i30's in my 9.5 weeks waiting.
One red, one silver and one blue (maybe he got my car :rolleyes:)
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Keep it on topic folks :wink:
We dont want this thread to be too popular :lol:
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seeing another white i30 today in MY home town
like get a different colour or something :rolleyes:
Totally! Like how dare the copy us... :rolleyes: :lol:
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i really dislike that i don't have integrated bluetooth into the stereo, its seems like a backward step on Hyundai's behalf considering the era and the popularity of that
Keep it on topic folks :wink:
We dont want this thread to be too popular :lol:
sorry Hemmi :-[
the i30 is extremely popular in this region however my home town only has maybe 250 people in it, and not all of them would own a car, what are the odds? though it could have been just driving through as well
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After looking at my wheels this morning I've decided I DO NOT LIKE the way the brake calipers & housing have rusted. I think they went like that after the first week of ownership, yet when I collected her they were magnificent :(
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Got a picture Shambles?
That post scared me... So I just went out and checked ours... they still look like new (10K on the clock !)
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I'll be fitting my mudflaps shortly so I'll take some pics
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Click for larger pic :(
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/i30/th_100_0815.jpg) (http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/i30/?action=view¤t=100_0815.jpg)
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Click for larger pic :(
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/i30/th_100_0815.jpg) (http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/i30/?action=view¤t=100_0815.jpg)
My discs have a rust covering when wet/damp
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My discs have a rust covering when wet/damp
What are your calipers like, eye?
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My discs have a rust covering when wet/damp
What are your calipers like, eye?
Seem Ok but the metal seems to have turned greyish.
Don't forget I've just had the 2 year service and they had been cleaned etc by the garage
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My current (vauxhall) car had the same problem soon after new. Also I noticed that just about every second hand i30 I've seen at the dealer has ugly rusty calipers too.
I will be painting mine with clear high-temperature paint very soon after getting it.
If they have gone rusty already, and you don't want to "paint them red" and spend hours with a wire brush, I can recommend painting the rusty calpiers with Hammerite Kurust (halfords, B&Q both stock it) Kurust looks like milk, and you can paint all the rusty bits in a few minutes with a small art-sized paintbrush. As it goes on it looks like it just wets the rust. After a few hours it chemically changes the rust to make a stable kind of gun-metal looking grey surface which seals the rust, makes it look better, and reduces its ability to continue oxidising. When it's dry, if you still don't like the gun-metal kind of look, you can paint over it with any colour high-temperature paint. Engine paint is often cheaper then caliper paint and you can paint it on carefully with a brush without dismounting the parts.
If you get the kurust get the smallest pot. A small pot (about 100ml) will do a few cars, and it goes off after about 12 months after opening in my experience.
Keep the kurust and paint off the discs and the pads of course.
http://www.icipaints.co.uk/products/info/hammerite_kurust.jsp
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Thanks for taking the time to post all that Lorian :D much appreciated.
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Thanks for taking the time to post all that Lorian :D much appreciated.
I'm a bit OCD when it comes to rust :rolleyes:
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using mag wheel cleaner causes your brakes to rust. :eek:
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Mine have gone that way too however I am not in the slightest bit worried about it given that all 3 of my scoobies were exactly the same :wink: :wink:
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ok i don't like my A pillar blind spot! :evil:
its been made worse sadly by the snazzy erm what are they called shield visor thingys on the side. so between the pillar, to the visor then through to the side mirror, its a huge blind spot for me. i'll live with it, i have to; but i have to lean forward to see around it at times.
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I think the power steering is far too light.
The throttle too sensitive when trying to drive away without revving the engine (I'm getting better at it).
And annoyed that the small top of dashboard cubby is not on my basic Comfort version. Would have been a good place to try and fit my sat nav in with the flip up lid. Wonder if I can get one from a dealer and fit it myself. That's if the standard blanking panel will come out and the fitting screw holes etc are there for the cubby to be fitted.
Moan over :-[
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And annoyed that the small top of dashboard cubby is not on my basic Comfort version. Would have been a good place to try and fit my sat nav in with the flip up lid. Wonder if I can get one from a dealer and fit it myself. That's if the standard blanking panel will come out and the fitting screw holes etc are there for the cubby to be fitted.
Not just the comfort model, but all UK models builf in the Czech factory. I did make an attempt at sourcing the part but has proved fruitless.
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Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? Sure, they do open nice and wide for you to get in -- but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut without risking falling out! I'm 6ft 2in with a pretty long reach so I don't know how more petite folks manage. The door pull/grip should be at the front end of the armrest.
I often get over this by hooking a finger into the ledges by the electric window switches, but you have to be careful not to slip. It's less than satisfactory.
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ok i don't like my A pillar blind spot! :evil:
its been made worse sadly by the snazzy erm what are they called shield visor thingys on the side. so between the pillar, to the visor then through to the side mirror, its a huge blind spot for me. i'll live with it, i have to; but i have to lean forward to see around it at times.
I have to admit I don't know what the "shield visor thingies" are but I'm 100% with you on the slope of the A pillar causing a blind spot. It's a strange trend I think I might have winged about before here but I've seen many "style" trends come and go over the last 45+ years I've had my licence. Yeah, (sadly) probably beat most of the other "old farts" here but I don't drive like one (in my mind)! :rolleyes:
And those of you that are thinking I hope I don't see him on the road, I can only say, "LOOK OUT!!!"
:lol: :lol: :lol:
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Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? ... but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut ...
By the time I'm seated I've already half-closed the door, as I grab the grip as I'm getting in. Anyone else do this? I thought it was the natural thing to do
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Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? ... but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut ...
By the time I'm seated I've already half-closed the door, as I grab the grip as I'm getting in. Anyone else do this? I thought it was the natural thing to do
+1
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I am with Shambles here and I am only 5'6" so have always had to close the door as I get in :D
One fluid movement does the job.
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Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? ... but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut ...
By the time I'm seated I've already half-closed the door, as I grab the grip as I'm getting in. Anyone else do this? I thought it was the natural thing to do
Me as well. Never given it a thought :lol:
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I am with Shambles here and I am only 5'6" ...
Ditto
One fluid movement does the job.
PMSL :lol:
Oh, hang on... :P
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Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? ... but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut ...
By the time I'm seated I've already half-closed the door, as I grab the grip as I'm getting in. Anyone else do this? I thought it was the natural thing to do
Same here, I sometimes close on my left leg because I'm too eager to get in and drive :lol: haha
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If I almost closed the door on my left leg I would be struggling to find the steering wheel :lol: :lol:
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I am with Shambles here and I am only 5'6" so have always had to close the door as I get in :D
One fluid movement does the job.
Hey.. you're as tall as me.. :P
I also just close the door as I get in.
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OK,OK, I'll practice. But I'm sending you the chiropractor's bill if it all goes horribly wrong!
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I have to admit I don't know what the "shield visor thingies" are but I'm 100% with you on the slope of the A pillar causing a blind spot.
the windshields...? the things that go over the windows along the outer edge, so you can open window a bit and not get blown away. they're a thick perspex type material and they start quite low about the same level as the side mirror, so its another level of visibility hindrance in that region.
Am I the only one who has trouble with the doors?? Sure, they do open nice and wide for you to get in -- but when you're sat you can't reach the grip to pull the door shut without risking falling out! I'm 6ft 2in with a pretty long reach so I don't know how more petite folks manage.
honestly i don't open the door that wide too often being petite. but if i have a couple of bags to grab from the front seat its a bit difficult to get out of the front seat i have found. i can't seem to just swing out like i did with my old car. there's not much leverage and with the door open half way its a bit cumbersome.
oh and for the record, yes close the door while getting in, i'm just on different tangent thinking about getting out of the car.
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...the windshields...? the things that go over the windows along the outer edge, so you can open window a bit and not get blown away. they're a thick perspex type material and they start quite low about the same level as the side mirror, so its another level of visibility hindrance in that region.
Ah right, those thingies. Queenslander. I guess you guys like to open car windows like you do your houses. Could never understand why open windows and ceiling fans substituted for air-conditioning in Queensland. Actually I do (or at least it's been explained to me). :lol:
My windows are never opened while driving.
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Having had it a month now, only two things irritate.
Road noise from those Korean tyres!
No 'You've your lights on you drongo!' bleep when you open the door having done the aforesaid.
BEFORE getting it - the awful wait :'(
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Road noise from those Korean tyres!
No 'You've your lights on you drongo!' bleep when you open the door having done the aforesaid.
Would agree with the first (although some other current models -eg Mitsubishi Lancer are worse )
In Aus lights just go off when you remove the key and open the door... (nice feature)
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No 'You've your lights on you drongo!' bleep when you open the door having done the aforesaid.
Not here it doesn't. Must be a later "addition" to the "feature list", especially to annoy Essex owners :P
Mine does the same as Dazz'
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My Hankooks are very quite - No complaints
Lights - Remove key and as I open the drivers door othe lights switch off.
Lights relight only when the key is inserted in ignition.
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Thanks for not saying 'Read the handbook you p*****r' Shambles :-[
Have just found out that mine DOES have this feature so bleep not needed!
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Having had it a month now, only two things irritate.
Road noise from those Korean tyres!
No 'You've your lights on you drongo!' bleep when you open the door having done the aforesaid.
BEFORE getting it - the awful wait :'(
Agree on the tyres :lol:
No bleeping bleep on mine, the lights just turn off 8)
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That's something that I don't like or hate it, but could be better if they had done a research before sending i30 to Brazil.
Tyre 225/45 17" is something that makes the car shakes a lot here, our streets are not the best, they should have sent a 205/55 16" and we would have more comfort.
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I hate it when i dont drive it every day
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I hate the interior plastics, of the whole car, just look at it the wrong way & it scratches!
Other than that it's a top car!! The missus loves it! happy wife, happy life!
Regards Bloodnut :evil:
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Re: Headrests comments a couple of pages back.
This is a problem for my wife, too.
I've been through the adjustment process.
The headrests could/ should go back another notch.
To get comfortable my wife has to recline the seat another notch to what she is comfortable with. She prefers to sit fairly upright but when you do that the headrest is pushing your head forward. We've overcome it by lowering the headrest below where it should really be for most effectiveness but at least she's comfortable. It would still work but is sited lower down on her skull than it really should be.
It doesn't worry me if I'm passenger because I almost always fall asleep anyway. 8)
Tyres are a bit noisy but I'll put up with them until they're worn out and buy something better.
I'm 6'2" and like most on here, pull the door towards me as I sit down, so no problem with the doors. Actually, the width of the opening is a plus for access.
Not too much to complain about, really.
Bloody nice little car.
I have quite few mates on a surfing forum who drive Subarus like I did and they are following my reports with interest.
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I love driving my I30
But as it turns dark early now in Germany I found that the interior lighting is way to bright. :idea:
Especially the Radio display is to glare on dark & rainy nights.
I use the DARK button a lot, but I do not like the display to turn on again on every push of a button. :eek: :eek:
I would prefer a off-on function for the display.
Wendel
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Petrol economy for me, it's not as good as what's quoted on Hyundai's website.
Most of my driving is on country roads and on my regular 15 mile trip I come across 6 sets of traffic lights, where I end up having to stop for a short while about 50% of the time. My onboard computer says I'm averaging 39 mpg. My i30 has a 1.4 petrol engine.
I'm hoping this will improve when I get some more miles on the clock?
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Combined consumption for your car is quoted at 46 on the UK website, a 15 mile trip with traffic lights is not urban but I would not call it extra urban either, 39 probably aint bad, and remember the readout is not that accurate.
Having said that it will improve a little as she beds in :cool:
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I agree with previous comments about road noise. One of the first things I noticed, but hopefully when they bed in a bit might be quieter.
The one thing I miss on the I30 from my previous Octavia is the double trip computer - position 1 was for a journey with stops of up to 2 hours and would then reset. Position 2 was accumulative, and had to be manually reset. I found trip time most useful.
However, there are so many other goodies on the car that make it such a pleasure to drive, so won't be going back to the Octy!
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The horn has to go, sounds like it belongs to an i10.
I'll check the existing fuse/relay ratings and I guess upgrade to whatever is the loudest lowest sounding horn without having to fit new wiring.
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The horn has to go, sounds like it belongs to an i10.
Help - Where is the horn???
The bell on my old push bike was louder :lol: :lol:
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Can't say I've ever needed to use my horn, so to speak...
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Can't say I've ever needed to use my horn, so to speak...
I live in a county where people only pull out of junctions only when they can see something coming. Horn and brakes very important. Brakes are great :razz:
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Help - Where is the horn???
you know i did wonder when i first got my car. i pushed the wheel and nothing happened at all. it seems i was pushing too high :rolleyes:
i still stuff it up though and get a whimpery noise as i don't push in the right spot
(i know this isn't what you were saying but just reminded me)
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my last car and three before it had the horn on the indicator stalk,i still go for the stalk and not the steering wheel :-[ :rolleyes:
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Help - Where is the horn???
you know i did wonder when i first got my car. i pushed the wheel and nothing happened at all. it seems i was pushing too high :rolleyes:
i still stuff it up though and get a whimpery noise as i don't push in the right spot
(i know this isn't what you were saying but just reminded me)
I agree, it's near to a design fault: The first few times I needed to honk the horn nothing ever happened!
So I practiced... yes I think I can find the spot... and the next few times... still nothing.
I was never much of a honker... but by default I'm not at all now. The times you do need to honk you aften also need to steer away from trouble. You only get one attempt to tap the horn before diverting attention to the evasion.
My initial push on the horn has remained unproductive. I've nearly given up trying to use the horn.
I know it has one because I can blow it when there is no emergency but in the heat of evasion it has never yet sounded once.
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The horn used to be under my right thumb on my old car. It was OK most of the time as I still cross up rather than lift my hands of the wheel. I am going to put a tiny red sticker on the wheel so I can better see the spot.
I also note the horn circuit has a 15A fuse and existing relay. That should be sufficient to run a pair of Stebel Magnum's, so that's what I'll do, but this is a project for when it's warmer.
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so i have another major blind spot. the back left rear quarter. well its always been there obviously but its very rare to park in 45 degree parking bays that sit on a one way street. so when you reverse out, down one side of you is another parked car, that is by the nature of the angle longer than your car. so can't see out the back side window, and can't see out the rear back quarter of the car because there's it's blocked in!. so lets reverse very slowly and hope noone is right behind you at the time.
anyway.....
I was never much of a honker... but by default I'm not at all now.
pretty much the same here. never was much of one to begin with either.
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Get yourself a wireless reversing camera setup as a late Christmas present (about A$200 would get you a good one if you shop around)
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Done 20K - mostly good - have always had creak in driver side dash and rattle in glovebox - dealer never has time to fix them - always next time. Middle air vents don't seem well located - can't get a flow to driver as one doesn't quite reach, and the other hits my hand on the wheel. Fuel economy is not as good as I expected - about 6l/100km for diesel - on steady trips. Otherwise solid and comfortable...
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Get yourself a wireless reversing camera setup as a late Christmas present (about A$200 would get you a good one if you shop around)
meh. i'm trying for a GPS first. maybe next xmas :lol:
have always had creak in driver side dash.... Middle air vents don't seem well located - can't get a flow to driver as one doesn't quite reach, and the other hits my hand on the wheel. Fuel economy is not as good as I expected
welcome!
and creak - tick. middle vents - tick. economy - tick. i could have written that post :lol:
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Done 20K - mostly good - have always had creak in driver side dash and rattle in glovebox - dealer never has time to fix them - always next time. Middle air vents don't seem well located - can't get a flow to driver as one doesn't quite reach, and the other hits my hand on the wheel. Fuel economy is not as good as I expected - about 6l/100km for diesel - on steady trips. Otherwise solid and comfortable...
Hi Cluck2 and welcome to the club..
I find the vents ok :cool: As for the economy are you talking a manual diesel or an auto? I average around 5.4 to 5.5 which is high compared to many others who live in flatter places.. If it's a manual either there is something not quite right or you need to change down earlier (Unless you are doing mainly urban driving?)
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The only thing i dont like is i cant drive it 24/7 lol
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Interesting about the "creak" in the dash.
Just the other day I noticed a creak in the LHF of my car, but couldn't isolate it to the dash area or suspension.
A work in progress.
Trouble is I tend to forget about it when the radio/ sound system is playing. (Coz I can't hear it then :rolleyes:)
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I wish the 2.0 litre gas (euh... petrol for the rest of you :D) had a 6th gear, or that the gears were spaced a little wider.
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I had a dislike for the way the hatch closes on my car.
I'm 6'2" tall but when it's open I can't reach over the lip to the recess to pull it closed.
had to grap the painted section just above the lip.
I just noticed there are 2 (THAT'S TWO :-[) nice big recessed grips on the INSIDE of the hatch, for pulling it down. Then you can easily reach the outside recess and it closes easily.
:-[ :-[ :-[ :eek: :mrgreen: :rolleyes:
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Ha, that gave me a smile. :D
What I do is apply just enough impetus to the lid from one of those grabbers and the hatch closes all by itself. Hardly ever need to actually touch the paint which will scratch it, given time.
It's the best designed hatch lid I've seen so far. Beautifully weighed/counter-balanced and with a light catch so that it closes so easily; Opens high enough to not bang my head when loading stuff; not so high I can't reach it to close; quite upright so I can get more stuff under it; quite upright so that it doesn't let in so much heat; hinges far enough forward so that it doesn't foul the wall behind (too much) when opening and closing, like some wagons/estates. I'll stop now. :lol:
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My hatch wouldn't shut properly every time when I first got it. A quarter turn in on the bump stops fixed it.
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o/k I've found something I don't like... The indicators are too quiet.. I often have to visually check the dash to see I have put them on.. Plus the wife sometimes has a shot at me for not indicating (when I have) :mad:
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Splitting hairs now Dazz :lol: :lol: :lol:
I really like the quiet indicators, yet another "indication" that we are driving a classy well built motor IMO.
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o/k I've found something I don't like... The indicators are too quiet.. I often have to visually check the dash to see I have put them on.. Plus the wife sometimes has a shot at me for not indicating (when I have) :mad:
That's interesting. I thought they were louder than my Impreza.
But I don't think it's a problem because my hearing is suspect and I can hear them more clearly than in the Scooby.
Even my wife made the same comment.
Not complaining and it's not an intrusive noise IMO.Ha, that gave me a smile. :D
What I do is apply just enough impetus to the lid from one of those grabbers and the hatch closes all by itself. Hardly ever need to actually touch the paint which will scratch it, given time.
Just tried that. Took a couple of goes to get the pull just right but, yep. All good. The tailgate doesn't take much to close and latch. i had noticed that.
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Splitting hairs now Dazz :lol: :lol: :lol:
there you go .. being rude again.. :lol: :lol:
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Splitting hairs now Dazz :lol: :lol: :lol:
there you go .. being rude again.. :lol: :lol:
Hee hee :lol: :lol:
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It's the best designed hatch lid I've seen so far. Beautifully weighed/counter-balanced and with a light catch so that it closes so easily; Opens high enough to not bang my head when loading stuff; not so high I can't reach it to close;
i like the hatch but i have to say; its too high to reach easily to close and too heavy to close in one motion! :lol:
o/k I've found something I don't like... The indicators are too quiet..
strange, i think mine are decently loud. and i usually have music going as well.
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Maybe my clicker is faulty? I do have a Feb 08 build maybe they made it louder later...? I am a bit deaf but you can hardly hear mine... :exclaim:
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I've only had the I30cw diesel for a couple of days but I have a couple of observations. Firstly the suspension seems to thump over speed bumps, even when driving quite slowly. I'm not optimistic on how it will go on rough dirt roads. (aussie roads)
Secondly, the steering feels abnormally light, particularly at low speeds.
I've come out of driving company BMW's (all shapes & sizes) for 25 yrs so maybe my expectations are unrealistic.
Otherwise, at this early stage, everything else is pretty much as expected. (ie. good)
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My suspension seems really good over speed bumps.
If you are used to hydraulic power steering it will feel light a low speeds to start with. In a few week it will feel normal. On our electronic version It firms up with speed.
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Welcome to the Club BC .. As Lorian says the Electronic (Or electric) power steering is an aquired taste but I like it now and the suspension is a bit noisy over obstacles but I like the way the i30 rides..
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I don't like the way I have to park it outside the office and do that work stuff until it's time to drive it again. :lol:
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Secondly, the steering feels abnormally light, particularly at low speeds.
It's designed to be light at low speeds to aid manoeuvring.
But have you noticed it firms up at higher speeds?
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Yes, the steering certainly becomes heavier when the speed increases. It is the 2nd gear corner/roundabout type speeds that I particularly noticed the lightness.
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I don't like the way I have to park it outside the office and do that work stuff until it's time to drive it again. :lol:
No me either.. that's why I now only work a maximum of 20 hours a week... :mrgreen:
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Secondly, the steering feels abnormally light, particularly at low speeds.
It's designed to be light at low speeds to aid manoeuvring.
But have you noticed it firms up at higher speeds?
:eek:
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Hi all, I have been reading the replies with regards to likes/dislikes with great interest. The car on the whole has many good points, it must have as I test drove many brands before buying my i30. I do feel that there are a few issues Hyundai could address to make the car even better;
1) the ride quality. Over smooth roads fine.... any bumps,or more than one on the road the ride becomes almost unbearable
2) I have a 1.4, its fine around town, but struggles on faster roads and has poor throttle response
3) road/engine noise, again on fast roads
4) interior lower plastics poor quality
The car is a bargain compared to ones I looked at/test drove, and I seriously looked at a Diesel 1.6 but the price for the same spec (I have climate,rear parking sensors 17inch alloys) took the car into the focus etc price range. Er, please dont lynch me, they are just my observations.
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I guess the harshness of ride might be a function of the reduced tyre sidewall on the 17 inch rims. What tyre pressures do you run? If they are over-inflated a pound or two less might help. I live in a place where the roads are shocking, so purposely went for a model with 16s, and the ride is very good so far.
The Comfort steering wheel is pretty naff. The other models got a leather wheel, which while not the finest of hide is much better than the plastic one. Occasionally you see one on Ebay. If I had the plastic wheel I'd get a leather cover. My local Halfords have loads to choose from, but I'd ask them if you could try one on before buying, as a snug fit is essential.
Did you ask the dealer about the paint on the bumpers? If it's that noticeable I'd hassle them.
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1) the ride quality. Over smooth roads fine.... any bumps,or more than one on the road the ride becomes almost unbearable (SUSPENSION TUNING CHANGED FOR AUSTRALIA -GOOD RIDE/HANDLING COMPROMISE ON 16" WHEELS)
2) I have a 1.4, its fine around town, but struggles on faster roads and has poor throttle response (ONLY 2.0 LTR PETROL & !.6 DIESEL IN AUS - BOTH QUITE RESPONSIVE IN DIFFERENT WAYS)
3) road/engine noise, again on fast roads (CAN BE IMPROVED WITH DIFFERENT TYRES WHEN THEY NEED REPLACING)4) interior lower plastics poor quality, inc steering wheel. Maybe the comfort trim is different than better specs? my steering wheel till has joining marks from the mould all the way round.(HIGHER SPECS HAVE MEDIOCRE LEATHER WHEEL)5) As I have mentioned in an earlier post, the red paint on my front and back bumpers are a different shade, or as my next door neighbour has said, almost orange.(RED DOESN'T COPE WELL WITH HARSH SUN IN AUS AND SEEMS TO BE ONE OF THE WORST COLOURS FOR THIS COLOUR VARIATION ISSUE)
The car is a bargain compared to ones I looked at/test drove, and I seriously looked at a Diesel 1.6 but the price for the same spec (I have climate,rear parking sensors 17inch alloys) took the car into the focus etc price range. Er, please dont lynch me, they are just my observations.
NOBODY WILL LYNCH YOU :mrgreen:
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Hi thanks for the replies, if I keep the car I will be looking at some modifications i.e a change of tyres and a replacement leather steering wheel I like forums that allow positive and negative views, It must help manufacturers improve their products if they are informed of our views. with that in mind how about sticking a 3.0L V6 turbo diesel in an i30 ? :D
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Sorry Lorian I havent replied to your questions,
I run the tyres @32psi. No point in talking to the dealers,(who are very good) I signed for the car and did not note this as a fault.
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No point in talking to the dealers,(who are very good) I signed for the car and did not note this as a fault.
Sure, but you don't have to notice things at point of delivery to be a fault. The important thing is to introduce the fault to the dealer in the right way.
First you could email Hyundai UK customer services describing the paint problem. They usually respond within a day or so. They won't directly help - they will say take it to your dealer for inspection - but this is just what you wanted. You then ring the dealer and say "Hyndundai customer services have asked me to book my car in to get the paint checked because the bumpers no longer appear to match in colour....."
Then you get it there, in front of them, and they are going to have to persuade you that it's OK. If it's obviously not OK then they are gonna have to do something about it. If they don't admit the issue then you go back to customer services again.
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Hey PJ
A 2.2Ltr R Turbo Diesel (if they ever put it in the i30) would be more than enough . around 435 nm of torque I believe :eek:
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Hello Dazzler and Lorian,
Thanks again for the replies. An i30 with 435nm of torque? nice!. with regards to talking to Hyundai uk (thanks lorian) I have had some dealings with Hyundai uk, my car was slightly damaged on delivery,spoke to them and they suggested going to citizens advice!!!!!(not convinced they will honour all warranty issues after that!) The colour difference is 100% worse under artificial light so I am not sure if they will do anything. As a side note I had a conversation with the repair shop guys when picking my car up when they had completed the repairs, the paint specialist told me, and his exact words were..."hyundai dont do paint on plastic very well". I think his honesty was refreshing,and I cant stress how good the dealer I bought the car from are (Ford,VW,Vauxhall and Peugeot take note). The repair was faultless.
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Is it possible to capture the difference on camera?
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I will try to take a picture when I take then car to the underground car park at ASDAs this weekend, it would be good to get some unbiased opinions, although the flash on the camera may mask it. I have seen some dealers offer the leather steering wheel for £130 + vat so the price seems to be dropping (they are now fitted as standard on the comfort spec, which is now £1000 dearer since on the scrappage scheme)
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After looking at my wheels this morning I've decided I DO NOT LIKE the way the brake calipers & housing have rusted. I think they went like that after the first week of ownership, yet when I collected her they were magnificent :(
Today I cleaned my calipers off with isopropanol (and a little sanding here and there). After cleaning they still looked as good as new. I then dried them, masked and gave each caliper 3 or 4 coats of Clear Hycote Very High Tempearture Paint (about £6 ebay). Doing all 4 used most of the can. Not much point in posting a pic, they just look like new calipers, but a little more glossy.
Took about 2 hours to do all 4, most time spent mostly masking and waiting for coats to go off. Even though it's cold they dried within an hour with the help of a little heat.
Obviously I could only use clear because they are newish. Same paint is available in red, black, sliver etc.
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Last night I drove past another i30 ( not more than 1/4 mile from my home!) parked in a drive. I spun the car round and went past it slowly, trying not to look too dodgy, and even though the car was not in direct lighting, the rear bumper, I could not see the front one, looked a different shade
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The transmission !!!
Also, the color is sooo easy to damage! :mad:
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I don't like the way I have to park it outside the office and do that work stuff until it's time to drive it again. :lol:
No me either.. that's why I now only work a maximum of 20 hours a week... :mrgreen:
I only work a maximum of 20 hours a week but I have to be there for 37!! :lol:
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The thing I do not like about my i30 is the type of automatic transmission. It is fully automatic and has negative impact on fuel economy and performance.
Using something like VW's DSG would surely do much better (with double-clutch mechanism, and FIAT is about to release a similar one called: DDC)
Somehow Hyundai is quite reluctant on this issue.
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Using something like VW's DSG would surely do much better (with double-clutch mechanism, and FIAT is about to release a similar one called: DDC)
How long would it take the extra economy to pay for the option price?
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I dont like the lack of leather at my i30 doors. I wish I could insert leather at the doors. Instead of that plastic panel. This is soooo frustrating. Any one can help me???
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being without it for a week and using the sydney trains :rolleyes:
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I dont like the lack of leather at my i30 doors. I wish I could insert leather at the doors. Instead of that plastic panel. This is soooo frustrating. Any one can help me???
Do you not have a local upholsterer who could fix that for you? The hardest bit would be matching the existing colouring)
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I dont like the air bag saftey stickers on the sunvisors.....
They drive me insane
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I dont like the air bag saftey stickers on the sunvisors.....
They drive me insane
So that's what did it... :lol:
I don't notice them any more.. :wink:
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Move to the UK, we don't use the sunvisors :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Maybe I can import that piece of leather that exist in some i30 models door. Than maybe a could replace my plastic one with the leather one. The problem would be the price, for sure. 4 leather door panel wont be cheap.
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Move to the UK, we don't use the sunvisors :lol: :lol: :lol:
or the air con. :lol:
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Agree and would like a neat, slightly lower profile (maybe leather topped) replacement for the centre console lid one day.
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I'm becoming increasingly irritated by the "notchy" gear-change from 1st to 2nd. (5sp CW CrDi with 2000km). You need to change gear very gently to avoid beating the syncro, particularly when it's cold. I think there has been a couple of other posts that indicate that it should improve when everything loosens up a bit. It'll drive me nuts if it doesn't . . .
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I'm becoming increasingly irritated by the "notchy" gear-change from 1st to 2nd. (5sp CW CrDi with 2000km). You need to change gear very gently to avoid beating the syncro, particularly when it's cold. I think there has been a couple of other posts that indicate that it should improve when everything loosens up a bit. It'll drive me nuts if it doesn't . . .
i was one of the 1st to 2nd gear crunchers. i took my hatch back and the dealers, mechanics said the car was OK. they couldn't find anything wrong. but amazingly from that day on it hasn't crunched once. they supposedly touched nothing and only checked the cables from the gearstick to the gearbox and road tested it. :rolleyes: maybee you should take yours back to.[mine crunched from day one also]
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I'm becoming increasingly irritated by the "notchy" gear-change from 1st to 2nd. (5sp CW CrDi with 2000km). You need to change gear very gently to avoid beating the syncro, particularly when it's cold. I think there has been a couple of other posts that indicate that it should improve when everything loosens up a bit. It'll drive me nuts if it doesn't . . .
If it's actually the gears grating then I wouldn't wait for that to improve. I do find it takes a bit more effort to get into second from first than the other gears but no audible snicks. Been good from the start for me. "Good" being a relative term; it's not the best gear-shift in the world. :wink:
Not to question your method, but the synchro does need consistent pressure to do its thing. You might be babying it too much because you are expecting the crunch. I assume the clutch take up is not too low to the floor. Often only shows in the 1->2 shift because one generally rushes that one a bit more so as not to lose momentum when taking off.
In any case I'd raise it with the service manager.
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what dont i like , the wife denting it ( yep front wing gone)
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Front factory mudflaps need to be an inch longer and half an inch wider to be 100% effective.
Spent a lot of today in snow and on salty roads this weekend, so its very obvious.
I'm going to add small flexi rubber flaps on the bottom.
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If it's actually the gears grating then I wouldn't wait for that to improve. I do find it takes a bit more effort to get into second from first than the other gears but no audible snicks. Been good from the start for me. "Good" being a relative term; it's not the best gear-shift in the world. :wink:
Not to question your method, but the synchro does need consistent pressure to do its thing. You might be babying it too much because you are expecting the crunch. I assume the clutch take up is not too low to the floor. Often only shows in the 1->2 shift because one generally rushes that one a bit more so as not to lose momentum when taking off.
In any case I'd raise it with the service manager.
Thanks for the suggestions.
It's not really a grate but more a snick, with the change harder & noisier when cold. (which is understandable).
The clutch adjustment was checked by the dealer and seems ok. I think you are probably correct re the consistent pressure to get the syncro to work properly, so I'll persevere, watch my driving style and see if it loosens up with time.
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It's possible that the cable involved in moving into second gear is not quite allowing sufficient movement to ensure both the synchro and the gears have positive pressure/movement to engage correctly.
My bet from what you have told us is that the cable needs adjustment. The mechanic should be able to diagnose this - whatever the problem.
Persevere with the service department. If the gears snick and you are sure you have the clutch fully in, then something is not right.
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The main downside to my i30 is the air-con vents. The lowest I can point them seems to be onto my face...?
I'd like cold air blowing on my body as well, not just ending up with a cold face. I work around it by pointing them away at different angles and just cooling the interior in general.
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The main downside to my i30 is the air-con vents. The lowest I can point them seems to be onto my face...?
I'd like cold air blowing on my body as well.
Hmmmm... :eek:
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The main downside to my i30 is the air-con vents. The lowest I can point them seems to be onto my face...?
I'd like cold air blowing on my body as well, not just ending up with a cold face. I work around it by pointing them away at different angles and just cooling the interior in general.
Two things come to mind here, considering the vents are generally about chest height, how tall are you? and do you need cushions to see out the windscreen??
Second thing is cold air blowing onto body, I am off outside to fiddle with the passenger side vents :twisted: :twisted: :P :P :-[
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I haven't read every post so it may have been mentioned already, but the useless lighting in the hatch area and no "auto headlights on" feature when it gets dark.
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1. I wouldn't mind having the back lit display on the stereo to be dimmed lower. I find I need to turn the backlight off at night because it's too distracting.
2. Cruise control should be standard for SX
3. The seats are lacking adequate side support. The seats don't hold my upper body in when I go around corners.
4. They should have cup holders for the rear seat passengers.
5. There should be an automatic window up function on the driver's window. At the moment the button only has an auto down function
I'm being picky aren't I. I have an industrial design design background, so I can't help being critical. I still love my diesel though.
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If Hyundai are smart (and I think they are) and they monitor these forums and listen to the current owners, the next model is going to be great. :)
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4. They should have cup holders for the rear seat passengers.
The SLX does (in the centre armrest)
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I haven't read every post so it may have been mentioned already, but the useless lighting in the hatch area
ugh its crap isn't it. i've just bought one of those round portable led battery powered lights. it hangs or sticks in cupboards, or hatches as it were, where you need extra light. haven't popped in the boot yet but i think it will work well.
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I haven't read every post so it may have been mentioned already, but the useless lighting in the hatch area
Cheap 'n easy upgrade for the hatch lighting:
https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php/topic,4821.0.html
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Apart from the brightness, or lack thereof, my issue with the boot lighting is that it's in the wrong place.
Whatever is in the boot will get in the way of the light from the side panel.
I'd really like to see it mounted up above in the roof lining so it shines down across the whole boot space.
I know the removable parcel shelf would get in the way and you can't put it in the parcel shelf because it CAN be removed. Maybe in the hatch somewhere.
A little project for me in the future. :rolleyes:
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First impressions are
1) major disappointments with the harsh ride - had Skodas before - Fabia and Octavia - and the i30 seems to judder on every bump compared to them. So much so that my father-in-law is not happy being in it because of the back problems he has. It's a 1.4 Comfort on 16 inch wheels. Hopefully it will soften up a little with time but if not I don't think we will be keeping it long.
2) the road noise
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First impressions are
1) major disappointments with the harsh ride - had Skodas before - Fabia and Octavia - and the i30 seems to judder on every bump compared to them. So much so that my father-in-law is not happy being in it because of the back problems he has. It's a 1.4 Comfort on 16 inch wheels. Hopefully it will soften up a little with time but if not I don't think we will be keeping it long.
2) the road noise
That is a shame JW .. The road noise can be a bit loud on course bitumen (although not the loudest in its class)
Have you checked your tyre pressures? Ride is MUCH harsher at say 36-38 PSI all around compared to say 32PSI
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First impressions are
1) major disappointments with the harsh ride - had Skodas before - Fabia and Octavia - and the i30 seems to judder on every bump compared to them. So much so that my father-in-law is not happy being in it because of the back problems he has. It's a 1.4 Comfort on 16 inch wheels. Hopefully it will soften up a little with time but if not I don't think we will be keeping it long.
Get it checked. That sounds defective from your description. My ride (UK model - not sure where you are) is very good.
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First impressions are
1) major disappointments with the harsh ride - had Skodas before - Fabia and Octavia - and the i30 seems to judder on every bump compared to them. So much so that my father-in-law is not happy being in it because of the back problems he has. It's a 1.4 Comfort on 16 inch wheels. Hopefully it will soften up a little with time but if not I don't think we will be keeping it long.
Get it checked. That sounds defective from your description. My ride (UK model - not sure where you are) is very good.
Ride comfort and evaluation of handling is subjective, of course. Me, I am predisposed to prefer a stiff, even jarring, ride in the (often misplaced) belief that this will translate to "better" or safer handling.
I doubt very much that there is anything wrong with the car. Maybe there is something wrong with the expectation, and this car has safer handling to the detriment of its comfort. Mind you, I have zero knowledge of the Skodas.
Mine is generally more compliant than my previous car.
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Thanks everyone for your suggestions - checked the tyre pressures - 45 psi! Now drives like a different car! Bit worried that the main dealer hasn't deflated them in the pre-delivery inspection. Makes you wonder what else they haven't checked. Thanks again for your help
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Check your oil and water levels too. You might want to check your tracking too, but that will cost you elsewhere. In your position I'd tell the dealer what you found and ask for a copy of the completed PDI checklist.
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Thanks everyone for your suggestions - checked the tyre pressures - 45 psi!
Crikey :eek: :rolleyes:
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1. When the indicators automatically cancel it tends to flick the opposite indicator on for a quick flash.
2. My unlock button doesn't always want to unlock until I press it a few times, dealer couldn't fault it and reprogrammed it but still have the issue. Spare key works fine.
3. Tailored floor mats come with 2 holes for the driver mat and a couple of hooks so that it doesn't slide around but there is nowhere for these hooks to attach to in the carpet.
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1. When the indicators automatically cancel it tends to flick the opposite indicator on for a quick flash.(Yeah a bit odd isn't it!!!!
2. My unlock button doesn't always want to unlock until I press it a few times, dealer couldn't fault it and reprogrammed it but still have the issue. Spare key works fine. (I'd make the main key your the spare then! :wink:)
3. Tailored floor mats come with 2 holes for the driver mat and a couple of hooks so that it doesn't slide around but there is nowhere for these hooks to attach to in the carpet. (The Hooks that come with the mats screw firmly into the carpet it is just a case of making sure you get them in the right place...)
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3. Tailored floor mats come with 2 holes for the driver mat and a couple of hooks so that it doesn't slide around but there is nowhere for these hooks to attach to in the carpet.
LOL. they keep changing their minds on the carpet fittings. Did you get the hooks just loose then?
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My carpet has no holes in it for where the hooks are supposed to go. Is there supposed to be or do I have to make my own holes? I have have 2 loose hooks.
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This is new/different to all the carpets that have gone before. Please post a photo of carpet, mat and hooks.
Do the hooks just screw in to the carpet?
For a long time the hook or hooks have come ready fitted in the car. My drivers side has two hooks factory fitted. Some have one, and a long time ago some had none.
Actually maybe you are supposed to still get the self-fit hooks, I didn't focus on your location.
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My carpet has no holes in it for where the hooks are supposed to go. Is there supposed to be or do I have to make my own holes? I have have 2 loose hooks.
See my red comments to your first post.
Mine is a Feb 08 Build and when I got my mats I just screwed the loose hooks into the carpet about a centimetre (half an inch or so) more towards the rear of the car than the holes aleady in mats with the hooks pointed towards the front when they are fully screws in..They havent moved a bit (or the mats, in more than 12 months since I got them)
Mind you, the passenger side one is pretty grippy and secure without any hooks...
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What are your hooks like? Mine are a plastic type. I'll get some pictures up tonight.
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The master "door unlock" button would be better in the center of the dash near the hazard light button. It's too hard for the passenger to reach when the driver leaves the car and the doors need to be relocked. It's also a bit small.
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My 08 has the mats which came with the screw in hooks like Dazz has mentioned, again they have not haved in two years, but also the passenger and rear mats are very grippy without any anchoring :razz:
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I think someone else already mentioned, but after 6 months the bolster on the right (entrance) side of the driver's seat is looking a bit worse for wear. All the other leather everywhere still looks brand new. I might have to give it some leather balm at the weekend.
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What are your hooks like? Mine are a plastic type. I'll get some pictures up tonight.
They are black plastic with a thread on the bottom and like a blunt shark tooth on the top...
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1. When the indicators automatically cancel it tends to flick the opposite indicator on for a quick flash.
I've noticed this a couple of times but it's not regular and only happens when coming off a right turn.
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1. When the indicators automatically cancel it tends to flick the opposite indicator on for a quick flash.
I've noticed this a couple of times but it's not regular and only happens when coming off a right turn.
Yeah it doesn't happen to me all the time either, I find it annoying cos I find it annoying when I'm following a car that does it.
Anyway back to the floor mats. I actually found 2 holes for my hooks haha!!
Before:
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p147/jackfastpc/My%20Car/_MG_1047.jpg)
Hooks:
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p147/jackfastpc/My%20Car/_MG_1049.jpg)
See the holes?
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p147/jackfastpc/My%20Car/_MG_1048.jpg)
All done!
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p147/jackfastpc/My%20Car/_MG_1050.jpg)
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One little thing has annoyed me on my car: After removing the key, and before opening the door, I can close the windows, but not the sunroof. Grrr :mad:
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The picture of your mats explains something to me that I was puzzled about in another thread sometime ago. Apart from your hooks beimg completely different to ours, you mats are much better quality! On the new UK sourced mats there is no heel reinforcement area.
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Yes, having the heel reinforcement area is a must!
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when i get in the car i get the courtesy light, but when i stop the car i don't get the courtesy light.
i'd rather have the courtesy light when i stop....its really frustrating.
on a side note my led light in the boot is great! :D
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when i get in the car i get the courtesy light, but when i stop the car i don't get the courtesy light.
i'd rather have the courtesy light when i stop....its really frustrating.
No light even if you take the key out?
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Sounds odd, my courtesy lights comes on when you open the door and remains on for a set period if you don't lock it, but dims to off if you lock the door...............
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Sounds odd, my courtesy lights comes on when you open the door and remains on for a set period if you don't lock it, but dims to off if you lock the door...............
This might sound basic, but are we talking about the roof mounted light and if so, has snowcherry got the three way switch in the right place?
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Not sure, my roof light and the map lights all work on the system tho'.
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when i get in the car i get the courtesy light, but when i stop the car i don't get the courtesy light.
i'd rather have the courtesy light when i stop....its really frustrating.
No light even if you take the key out?
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Sounds odd, my courtesy lights comes on when you open the door and remains on for a set period if you don't lock it, but dims to off if you lock the door...............
the light does come on once you open the door but i need the light before i open the door. reason is mosquitos - its central queensland and we have heaps of them so i can't open the door until i'm ready to.
obviously the answer is turn the light on myself, which i do, but essentially by the time the courtesy light does come on when i've opened the door i no longer need it. sometimes when i turn the light on manually i then forget to turn it off, or i'm overladen with everything i just picked up and think "crap now i have to turn the light off i wish it will turn off by itself".
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Had a play around this morning when I got to work, if you just pull the door lever without exerting pressure to open the door, it will open to the "first stop", ie not be open but in the same position as when you close the door gently and does not close fully, allowing the interior lights to come on without the door actually being open. Hope this helps snow :razz: :razz:
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2. My unlock button doesn't always want to unlock until I press it a few times, dealer couldn't fault it and reprogrammed it but still have the issue. Spare key works fine.
Back on this point...are you supposed to have to hold down the unlock button for a second or two or is it supposed to be instant?
Also another one...the speedo area should light up even with lights off cos sometimes I can't see in there and it's bright outside! My mates outlander does it...it's a great idea.
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My main door lock button is instant, the boot (trunk) button need to be help down for a short while.
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what about your unlock?
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Lock/unlock are both instant, only the hatch button needs held for 2 secs.
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hmmmm ok
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That I have to let the wife drive it.....it cuts into my time. :'(
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That I have to let the wife drive it.....it cuts into my time. :'(
Well said... I bought the wife a new car 2 weeks before I got mine so not a problem here :D
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DONT like how thin the paint is
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Not really a problem with the car but.........
I hate the filthy dirty smelly diesel pumps at the service station. I have wet ones in my glove box but even they are not enough with some pumps. :mad: :mad:
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they do give you a pack of latex gloves when you buy the car!!! LOL do what i do and wash your hands in the window washer bucket hahaha its soapy and helps get rid of the diesel! meh its not much of a problem for me... i work in a bitumen plant so i get worse stuff on my hands (ie kero, bitumen, diesel, oil)
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Not really a problem with the car but.........
I hate the filthy dirty smelly diesel pumps at the service station. I have wet ones in my glove box but even they are not enough with some pumps. :mad: :mad:
I have moist wipes in my glovebox for this reason too.. Just recently the Caltex (Woolies) garage has installed an antibacterial hand cleaner dispenser on their driveway for this reason... Great idea !
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The lining for the boot door and lower parts of the other doors. It marks so easily and when it does it looks this white colour and it won't go back :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:
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The lining for the boot door and lower parts of the other doors. It marks so easily and when it does it looks this white colour and it won't go back :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:
Oh yes. I've noticed that. Hadn't got around to trying to clean it though.
Edit. I just tried some armourall. It's removed all but the most severe mark.
Anyone got a suggestion for the tough stuff?
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The lining for the boot door and lower parts of the other doors. It marks so easily and when it does it looks this white colour and it won't go back :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:
Oh yes. I've noticed that. Hadn't got around to trying to clean it though.
Edit. I just tried some armourall. It's removed all but the most severe mark.
Anyone got a suggestion for the tough stuff?
I don't think those other ones will come out as they are the little bumps on the lining that have been basicaly cut/grinded/filed.
Also I don't think Amourall removed it, more like covered it up..
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The lining for the boot door and lower parts of the other doors. It marks so easily and when it does it looks this white colour and it won't go back :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:
Oh yes. I've noticed that. Hadn't got around to trying to clean it though.
Edit. I just tried some armourall. It's removed all but the most severe mark.
Anyone got a suggestion for the tough stuff?
I don't think those other ones will come out as they are the little bumps on the lining that have been basicaly cut/grinded/filed.
Also I don't think Amourall removed it, more like covered it up..
Hey Mutley, I think you should give me a little bit more credit for my powers of observation. :eek:
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Haha, well that's what those kind of products are designed to do - make it look good. They don't actually ged rid of the problem. Just wait til it dissappears...
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Having to put fuel in :lol:
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Having to put fuel in :lol:
but thats not that often. :razz:
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Haha, well that's what those kind of products are designed to do - make it look good. They don't actually ged rid of the problem. Just wait til it dissappears...
No Mate, they're gone. One of the (few) advantages of being old is you have lots of experience. The marks rubbed off with a damp chamois. Then when the panel was dry I applied the armourall.
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Ahh so the amourall didn't remove it then :P :P
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Having to put fuel in :lol:
but thats not that often. :razz:
True. :-[
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Ahh so the amourall didn't remove it then :P :P
You've missed the point. You said above they were still there and I hadn't removed them."Also I don't think Amourall removed it, more like covered it up.."
I did. Two step process. Job done.
FWIW, I reckon had I used armourall only they'd still have gone.
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I said I don't think Amourall removed it. In any case, it's obvious that your marks were just wipeable ones and not actual stain type marks. That's the type I am referring to.
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The ignition key entry is very close to where one naturally has one's accelerator knee.
So when you have a bunch of keys and other things on your keyring, the whole thing dangles and hits against your knee constantly.
Better to have in on the centre console maybe.
Terry H
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The ignition key entry is very close to where one naturally has one's accelerator knee.
So when you have a bunch of keys and other things on your keyring, the whole thing dangles and hits against your knee constantly.
Better to have in on the centre console maybe.
Or have a push-button starter :)
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The ignition key entry is very close to where one naturally has one's accelerator knee.
So when you have a bunch of keys and other things on your keyring, the whole thing dangles and hits against your knee constantly.
Better to have in on the centre console maybe.
Terry H
This was a problem for me too. I keep the i30 key seperate from my other keys now.
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It is a good idea to keep your car key separate from other keys anyway, not only does having a weight of keys swinging in the barrel have a detrimental effect on the barrel over time, if somebody pinches your keys at least they can only steal your car and not also get into your house, or vice-versa.....................
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It is a good idea to keep your car key separate from other keys anyway, not only does having a weight of keys swinging in the barrel have a detrimental effect on the barrel over time, if somebody pinches your keys at least they can only steal your car and not also get into your house, or vice-versa.....................
also dont keep a tag on your keys that gives details of the car such as color,model or rego number because if lost,the person that finds them may steel the car or steel from it. :rolleyes:
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Not sure if it's been mentioned - haven't read through all the posts, but when I lock the power windows so the kids don't play with them, it also locks it from me being able to control them.
In my other car (Ford Territory) I keep the lock on all the time, but if I need to control the windows I still can.
If I need to use them I have to unlock them and if I forget and the kids find out - up and down go the windows again :evil:
I then need to quickly wind them up and snap the lock on before the start winding them down again!
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Not sure if it's been mentioned - haven't read through all the posts, but when I lock the power windows so the kids don't play with them, it also locks it from me being able to control them.
In my other car (Ford Territory) I keep the lock on all the time, but if I need to control the windows I still can.
If I need to use them I have to unlock them and if I forget and the kids find out - up and down go the windows again :evil:
I then need to quickly wind them up and snap the lock on before the start winding them down again!
Surely this should be in the other thread "things I don't like about my kids".
Alas in my case the thread would be bigger than this one :mrgreen:
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Surely this should be in the other thread "things I don't like about my kids".
Alas in my case the thread would be bigger than this one :mrgreen:
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
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LOL
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:lol:
Seriously (?) I have another one (although minor) whenever I switch to iPod, or if I turn the car back on when the iPod is selected the Random Play slection doesn't stay on.
I always have to turn it back on - only minor but frustrating nonetheless.....
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The power window lock allows the driver to control the front windows when engaged, personally I would never have the rear windows down anyway so don't think it is an issue. :wink:
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Not sure if it's been mentioned - haven't read through all the posts, but when I lock the power windows so the kids don't play with them, it also locks it from me being able to control them.
In my other car (Ford Territory) I keep the lock on all the time, but if I need to control the windows I still can.
If I need to use them I have to unlock them and if I forget and the kids find out - up and down go the windows again :evil:
I then need to quickly wind them up and snap the lock on before the start winding them down again!
our windows dont do that,im sure they dont. :eek:
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From a security point of view, when you press the unlock button on the remote, all doors unlock. I hear stories from time to time about car jackers targeting and waiting around certain cars for the owner to unlock the car. Then they will jump in through the other open doors. From an insurance company point of view, I hear they will rate a car better if the remote unlocks the driver's side door first, and when the button is pressed again the other doors unlock. Holden Commodores have that feature. Not sure about Ford Falcons though.
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my parents merc has that, its stupid... but good at the same time...
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Another thing, the trip computer doesn't have enough characters to display over 999kms, it just restarts at 0!!
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Another thing, the trip computer doesn't have enough characters to display over 999kms, it just restarts at 0!!
:eek: Which is a really good feature......when they state you can get 1300kms on a country tank.......
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yeah lol, there's enough space for it too!!
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<shakes fist at Hyundai......> :mad:
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Not sure if it's been mentioned - haven't read through all the posts, but when I lock the power windows so the kids don't play with them, it also locks it from me being able to control them.
In my other car (Ford Territory) I keep the lock on all the time, but if I need to control the windows I still can.
If I need to use them I have to unlock them and if I forget and the kids find out - up and down go the windows again :evil:
I then need to quickly wind them up and snap the lock on before the start winding them down again!
our windows dont do that,im sure they dont. :eek:
i locked the rear windows yesterday and tried to use them from the drivers door, and yes nothing happens. :rolleyes: :mad:
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LOL i did that when i got the car... sif use rear windows anyway... thats what aircon is for
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I really hate it when I regularly get about a 1000km out of a tank....I don't get to see the cute girly at the servo as often, especially since i gave away the smokes. :D :D :D
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LOL i know how you feel broham!!
the people at the local servo asked me whats up, why havent i been comeing in lately and buying 100L of fuel... i lol'd and pointed out the new car gets 1000km from a tank
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:lol: :lol:Wow this list of negative things just keeps on getting bigger and bigger. Maybe the car isn't that good after all. :cool:
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bah, they are bloody awesome cars
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:lol: :lol:Wow this list of negative things just keeps on getting bigger and bigger. Maybe the car isn't that good after all. :cool:
There are a few repeats :mrgreen:
Oh I dont like the fact I have to turn the steering wheel to the left slightly to engage the steering lock.
An I dont like the fact the silver surrounds on my foglights don't match the black surrounds on my headlights.
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Maybe I should start a thread about what we don't like about other (non Hyundai) cars...That would be a big one :mrgreen:
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you engage the steering lock? dont you just leave it for the would be theif? hahaha
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you engage the steering lock? dont you just leave it for the would be theif? hahaha
My car sits in "not so secure" airport carparks a lot. After parking I nearly always forget about the offset and have to re-start the engine to engage the steering lock.
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you engage the steering lock? dont you just leave it for the would be theif? hahaha
My car sits in "not so secure" airport carparks a lot. After parking I nearly always forget about the offset and have to re-start the engine to engage the steering lock.
Maybe I'm misunderstanding but you do realise that after you remove the key the locking pin will engage whenever the wheel is turned to the lock position?
The pin does not need to be engaged (locked) before you leave the car as it will engage the first time the wheel is turned (by any would be thief). It's just not possible to drive away without any steering input.
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yes,and usually you've only got to turn the wheel about a couple of inches and it will lock. [with key removed]
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mine only engages in that one place as far as I know, but I'll re-try it later.
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mine only engages in that one place as far as I know, but I'll re-try it later.
I think you'l find that even if you leave the wheel on full lock and remove the key, it'll lock as soon as you try to turn the wheel.
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you could also use one of these as a visual deterant!
(http://www.catchoftheday.com.au/images/feb0801/steering-lock-1.jpg)
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you could also use one of these as a visual deterant!
(http://www.catchoftheday.com.au/images/feb0801/steering-lock-1.jpg)
the good old club lock. :wink:
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lol i had to remove mine from the car...
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I don't bother.
If they want it they will find ways of taking it.
As I'm fully insured not to concerned as I wont get penalised for a claim.
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I don't bother.
If they want it they will find ways of taking it.
As I'm fully insured not to concerned as I wont get penalised for a claim.
Ditto. :)
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Anyway.. I hear the i30 is Wheel hard to break into :wink: :lol:
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LOL
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Not sure if it's been mentioned - haven't read through all the posts, but when I lock the power windows so the kids don't play with them, it also locks it from me being able to control them.
In my other car (Ford Territory) I keep the lock on all the time, but if I need to control the windows I still can.
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That's a good feature for me, because when i'm driving i often open rear windows by mistake... but wait! yeah, they should have placed the rear-window switches a little back further...
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From a security point of view, when you press the unlock button on the remote, all doors unlock. I hear stories from time to time about car jackers targeting and waiting around certain cars for the owner to unlock the car. Then they will jump in through the other open doors. From an insurance company point of view, I hear they will rate a car better if the remote unlocks the driver's side door first, and when the button is pressed again the other doors unlock. Holden Commodores have that feature. Not sure about Ford Falcons though.
From "daddy's" point of view, that's not very handy, because you need to place the kids in the back seats before you actually get in the car. Worst scenario: think of carrying an infant-carrier (I was carrying two). Maybe there should be a fourth button and the doors to wide-open by themselves :P
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I've only just noticed after more than a year of owning our two cars that the power outlet next to the cigarette lighter doesn't have permanent power,it only works with the key in the ignition. :rolleyes:
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I've only just noticed after more than a year of owning our two cars that the power outlet next to the cigarette lighter doesn't have permanent power,it only works with the key in the ignition. :rolleyes:
That's normal I doubt the cigarette lighter one is active either when accessories off.. it's to save the battery if you leave something in there to charging ....
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i realised when i got to work on Friday my phone was nearly flat,i plugged in the car charger but when i turned off the ignition the phone also stopped charging, :mad: :mad:
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I don't like the feel of the "leather" wheel
The lack of options in Aus (no 2.0L crdi, only 4 spd auto trans, NO SR???)
And I absolutely hate the fact I don't have a digital speedometer, yuck.
That's all I have found so far, I love many more things than I hate.
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digital speedo? what did you have before a NA fairlane? digital speedos are a bit "retro 80's"
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digital speedo? what did you have before a NA fairlane? digital speedos are a bit "retro 80's"
yes i had an nc fairlane,5.0 tickford enhanced,12.8sec qtr mile. and about two feet to the ltr. :lol:
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hahaha!!
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I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
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I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
im the same.
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I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
im the same.
x3 :exclaim:
I thought of something I didn't like the other day but now I forgot :-[
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I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
im the same.
x3 :exclaim:
I thought of something I didn't like the other day but now I forgot :-[
your memory maybee.? :lol: :P
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the lack of noise :P ive gotten more speeding tickets on the highway in the 3 months since i started driving my i30 than i had in 2 years of driving my silvia, the "sports" exhaust would make it VERY clear if i was easing a bit more gas on, but in the i30, no noise :P
the lack of steering wheel volume controls on the diesel sx is a bit rude, considering the Getz has it standard at only a little more than half the price
Apart from that its brilliant and paying for itself with the massive savings on fuel each week :D
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digital speedo
My speedo and rev is a needle.
Is this a new addition?
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digital speedo
My speedo and rev is a needle.
Is this a new addition?
no...
I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
im the same.
x3 :exclaim:
I thought of something I didn't like the other day but now I forgot :-[
your memory maybee.? :lol: :P
That's it! Oh wait, that's not part of the car.
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digital speedo
My speedo and rev is a needle.
Is this a new addition?
I think that was taken out of context from someone who said he'd prefer a digital speedo ( I sort of hope he was tongue in cheek).
the lack of noise :P ive gotten more speeding tickets on the highway in the 3 months since i started driving my i30 than i had in 2 years of driving my silvia, the "sports" exhaust would make it VERY clear if i was easing a bit more gas on, but in the i30, no noise :P
the lack of steering wheel volume controls on the diesel sx is a bit rude, considering the Getz has it standard at only a little more than half the price
Apart from that its brilliant and paying for itself with the massive savings on fuel each week :D
So are your fuel savings going towards your speeding fines? :lol:
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yep, although luckily its only been minor fines :P (5km or so)
doesnt happen anymore though, GPS phones are handy even if they do give terrible directions, at least they whinge at you for speeding :D
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I've never liked digital readouts in cars. Much prefer a dial.
im the same.
x3 :exclaim:
I thought of something I didn't like the other day but now I forgot :-[
your memory maybee.? :lol: :P
I remember!!
The bonnet should have gas struts.
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ohh yes i agree there!!!! i spent last saturday under the bonnet (ie strut brace fit up) and the stupid bar got in the way a few time
BUT remember this the bar is only on one side, bonnet struts although further back will be on both sides!!
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ohh yes i agree there!!!! i spent last saturday under the bonnet (ie strut brace fit up) and the stupid bar got in the way a few time
BUT remember this the bar is only on one side, bonnet struts although further back will be on both sides!!
Not just that but it's easier to lift and they are also cooler :cool: :cool: :lol:
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in the Korean pics section there is a few i30s with gas lift struts on the bonnet. :cool:
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*opens the bonnet of the maxima repeatedly just to annoy mutley*
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*opens the bonnet of the maxima repeatedly just to annoy mutley*
I have gas struts in my prelude :P 8) so it's definately on the mods list for the i30!
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hahah
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Well ive just picked up my diesel premium a few days ago, and i must admit i love it!
the things i have noticed at the moment -
the seat belt locking mechanism is very close to the centre armrest
the lights seem a bit dim
at night, i can see some marks on the other side of the plastic that covers up the dials ! (going to try and get this sorted through the warranty)
once the climate control has been switched off, the fans still seem to be blowing at the level i switched them off at.
The above are being picky (other than the marks on the reverse of the plastic) and i am v happy with it.
Not wanting to detract from the original thread, so if appropriate please PM rather than reply on here, but does anyone else have the above with the climate control and also, if i were to leave the windows open and set the alarm, would the alarm go off (only reason i ask is my old car had a motion sensor and these were set off by the wind, but i had a manual control as to whether these sensors set of not.)
Thanks
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the fact that the glovebox doesnt get hot enough to cook a pork pie!!!
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the fact that the glovebox doesnt get hot enough to cook a pork pie!!!
:lol: :lol:
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but i found out tonight... it is cold enough to keep beer fairly cold!!!!
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When returning to it when parked up to find loads of people eyeing it up and making complementary comments
Or is it - wondering how to get in to rob it :lol:
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I would like it to "bleep", as an audible confirmation of locking; in bright sunshine, (not UK at present!), it is sometimes difficult to see the single visual flash, as the locking confirmation.
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I would like it to "bleep", as an audible confirmation of locking; in bright sunshine, (not UK at present!), it is sometimes difficult to see the single visual flash, as the locking confirmation.
Can't you hear the locks click at the same time?
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I would like it to "bleep", as an audible confirmation of locking; in bright sunshine, (not UK at present!), it is sometimes difficult to see the single visual flash, as the locking confirmation.
Can't you hear the locks click at the same time?
Not in a noisy area, for re-assurance, I would prefer a high pitched "screech".
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My hearing is pretty ordinary these days but i can hear the door locks unlatch or latch even in busy car parks with traffic all around.
I hate cars that go "beep" or "beep beep". Especially annoying at night or in the early hours of the morning when someone's parked in the street nearby.
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.....My unlock button doesn't always want to unlock until I press it a few times, dealer couldn't fault it and reprogrammed it but still have the issue. Spare key works fine.....
Got a service today at a different dealer than I bought it and they knew of a TSB SE06610 which is "Rectification Method for Sticking Key Presence Mechanism" so this fixed my key and it involved something to do with the ignition. So far all is well, let's hope I get no more probs!!
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*clicks like button*
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Convex side mirrors...
- Steering feel.....also that slight indentation in the straight ahead position...
- Plastics that mark easily...
- Door seals...
- Noisy tyres...
- Average Headlights...
- Lumpy stitching on the steering wheel...
- Gear change from first to second gear...
- Occasional imprecise selection of reverse gear...
- Aircon coming on automatically when selecting windscreen defrost...
- The mucking around required to completely fill the fuel tank...
Inspite of all these, I do love my i30.... :D
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I like the i30cw, but just to be picky..
- Couldn't get leather (or partial leather) as an option with a diesel motor in the i30cw. How about a sportswagon with a 2.0l diesel :twisted:
- 4 SPEED AUTO, cmon Hyundai make it 5 at least..
- I would prefer the *beep* and *beep beep* for the alarm/doors to be there.
- Indicator clicking is VERY soft, would prefer a little louder.
- Engine is a bit noisy as with road noise, but not too bad.
- No GPS option (In Australia anyway).
- And biggest annoyance is that the electric window for the driver has auto down (one click) but not auto up again.. Probably the biggest annoyance as it would be so easy to fix and they are generally very good at getting the 'gizmos' right.
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Convex side mirrors...(Most cars have these now - you will get used to them)
- Steering feel.....also that slight indentation in the straight ahead position...
- Plastics that mark easily...
- Door seals...(I really think these are probably exactly the same quality as most other car brands)
- Noisy tyres...
- Average Headlights...
- Lumpy stitching on the steering wheel...(Haven't heard that one before :eek:)
- Gear change from first to second gear...(It gets a lot better after about 10,000 kms)
- Occasional imprecise selection of reverse gear...
- Aircon coming on automatically when selecting windscreen defrost...
- The mucking around required to completely fill the fuel tank...(You don't HAVE to completely fill it)
Inspite of all these, I do love my i30.... :D
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Aircon coming on automatically when selecting windscreen defrost...
I'm sure that can be turned off by pressing the AC button 5 times in 3 seconds, or something along those lines. If I wasn't at work I'd have a look for you.
EDIT: see here
https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php/topic,6072.msg68578.html#msg68578 (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php/topic,6072.msg68578.html#msg68578)
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I like the i30cw, but just to be picky..
- Couldn't get leather (or partial leather) as an option with a diesel motor in the i30cw. How about a sportswagon with a 2.0l diesel :twisted:
- 4 SPEED AUTO, cmon Hyundai make it 5 at least..
- I would prefer the *beep* and *beep beep* for the alarm/doors to be there.(Some including me liked the silent approach.. less disturbing of neighbours/family if getting home late)
- Indicator clicking is VERY soft, would prefer a little louder.
- Engine is a bit noisy as with road noise, but not too bad.(Surpised you say that - the diesel is considered very quiet at speed when warm)
- No GPS option (In Australia anyway).
- And biggest annoyance is that the electric window for the driver has auto down (one click) but not auto up again.. Probably the biggest annoyance as it would be so easy to fix and they are generally very good at getting the 'gizmos' right.
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- I would prefer the *beep* and *beep beep* for the alarm/doors to be there.(Some including me liked the silent approach.. less disturbing of neighbours/family if getting home late)
- Engine is a bit noisy as with road noise, but not too bad.(Surpised you say that - the diesel is considered very quiet at speed when warm)
1) Maybe it could be optional? I will get used to it though, my last car had it and I double-take still when it doesn't beep..
2) Yeah I didn't mean at speed for the engine but driving to and from work in peak hour, but all diesels are the same.. Just a nit-picking one :razz: again I will grow used to it in time..
The biggest detractor when actually looking which car to buy was the 4 speed auto, but it ticked enough other boxes for me that I overlooked it.. I certainly wouldn't have bought the petrol with a 4 speed auto though...
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Gear change from first to second gear...
- Occasional imprecise selection of reverse gear...
- The mucking around required to completely fill the fuel tank...
1 it gets 100% better after a few thousand! i thought mine was bad, sometimes you couldnt get it in at all...
2 welcome to almost all FWD manual gear boxes, it sucks aye!! i feel your pain, nothing worse than hearing gears grind!
3 tried using BP ultimate or caltex vortex, it helps massively! standard diesel i get 44L in then its foam city for the next 12, with premium i get around 50 in before it foams badly!
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I've posted many times about the manual gear box. i nearly had mine changed because of the jumping out of reverse and the notchy first to second gear change. my dealer said it would come good and it did after 10,000 to 12,000kms. :razz: be patient.
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Convex side mirrors...(Most cars have these now - you will get used to them) Yeah, I know...and I hate them on all cars, I just can't see the point in making everything look further away than it actually is....no wonder drivers seem to cut others off more these days... :rolleyes:
- Steering feel.....also that slight indentation in the straight ahead position...
- Plastics that mark easily...
- Door seals...(I really think these are probably exactly the same quality as most other car brands) Maybe so, but something must be different for me to be rubbing them when it's never happened in any other car....
- Noisy tyres...
- Average Headlights...
- Lumpy stitching on the steering wheel...(Haven't heard that one before :eek:) Really? I first heard about it when I read reviews of the i30...didn't stop me from buying one though...
- Gear change from first to second gear...(It gets a lot better after about 10,000 kms) Should come good any day now then...
- Occasional imprecise selection of reverse gear...
- Aircon coming on automatically when selecting windscreen defrost...
- The mucking around required to completely fill the fuel tank...(You don't HAVE to completely fill it) Hey! you're right, Daz...why didn't I think of that? lol.
Inspite of all these, I do love my i30.... :D
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Aircon coming on automatically when selecting windscreen defrost...
I'm sure that can be turned off by pressing the AC button 5 times in 3 seconds, or something along those lines. If I wasn't at work I'd have a look for you.
EDIT: see here
https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php/topic,6072.msg68578.html#msg68578 (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php/topic,6072.msg68578.html#msg68578)
Thanks for that, Shambles...I'll have a sticky when my brain is functioning a bit better...(too many late nights)
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Things I don't like (in no particular order).
- Gear change from first to second gear...
- Occasional imprecise selection of reverse gear...
- The mucking around required to completely fill the fuel tank...
1 it gets 100% better after a few thousand! i thought mine was bad, sometimes you couldnt get it in at all...
2 welcome to almost all FWD manual gear boxes, it sucks aye!! i feel your pain, nothing worse than hearing gears grind!
3 tried using BP ultimate or caltex vortex, it helps massively! standard diesel i get 44L in then its foam city for the next 12, with premium i get around 50 in before it foams badly!
Got just on 10,000k's on my i30 now, but being mostly country driving, I guess it will take a bit longer....
Never really had a problem with my previous FWD's gearbox, but then it had a bloody awful clutch instead.
Been using mostly BP as it seems to be better fuel economy wise too.
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Hi "rus" with that gearchange maybe you are being too gentle..
try being a bit more forceful with it.. (it needs to wear in)
Does it feel like it is improving at all?
Funny how I still stick up for the i30 like she is part of my family.. :lol:
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It's not a V8 :P :lol: I love the car I just wish it had more power, but then again I could probably drive an F1 car and wish it had more power haha
(There is always room for extra cylinders and extra turbo/superchargers :D)
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Hi "rus" with that gearchange maybe you are being too gentle..
try being a bit more forceful with it.. (it needs to wear in)
Does it feel like it is improving at all?
Funny how I still stick up for the i30 like she is part of my family.. :lol:
I'll give that a try, Daz.... :)
Also, as I mentioned, I do mainly country driving so I'm not using the gears as much as someone in the city so I assume it will take a few extra k's to loosen up..
Anyways, re my comment about the lumpy stitching, here's a review that makes mention of it HERE (http://www.themotorreport.com.au/27670/2009-hyundai-i30-crdi-slx-automatic-review/).
As for sticking up for the i30?
I'm like that when it comes to my old MF Holden Barina....It was far from perfect, but it was a fantastic little car and gave me 420,000k's of next to trouble free motoring....And the silly part was it only had a genuine service while it was under warranty, which was 12 months or 20,000k's back then. :-[
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Just 2 things really.
1) 1.6 petrol is supposed to be 122PS but doesnt feel or sound like it.
2) The 1.6 petrol needs a 6th gear for cruising at or around 70 Mph, noise would be reduced & economy improved.
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As for sticking up for the i30?
I'm like that when it comes to my old MF Holden Barina....It was far from perfect, but it was a fantastic little car and gave me 420,000k's of next to trouble free motoring....And the silly part was it only had a genuine service while it was under warranty, which was 12 months or 20,000k's back then. :-[
I had what i think was an ML Barina (Brand new 1986 model) for about 12 months and I loved that too.. we traded it on a new 1987 Magna only because we had our first child and needed a bigger car (+ I managed to get a fleet discount)
But was a big mistake .. went from 50MPG to 25 MPG so only kept Magna about 12 months too...
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I've 12,000km on mine & am still waiting for the gearchange from 1st to 2nd to improve. Everything else on the car is pretty good but I find the gearbox really annoying.
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I've 12,000km on mine & am still waiting for the gearchange from 1st to 2nd to improve. Everything else on the car is pretty good but I find the gearbox really annoying.
Have you discussed this with the dealer..? On a previous car I got an additive added to my transmission oil that improved the gearchange action markedly... :cool:
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i think its time to see the dealer as dazz said,. :idea:
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I've 12,000km on mine & am still waiting for the gearchange from 1st to 2nd to improve. Everything else on the car is pretty good but I find the gearbox really annoying.
Have you discussed this with the dealer..? On a previous car I got an additive added to my transmission oil that improved the gearchange action markedly... :cool:
Yes, discussed it at 5000km. Said it was normal.
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Yes, discussed it at 5000km. Said it was normal.
Stuff 'em then.. :lol:
I'd see if your local Auto Accessory place has a good manual gearbox additive .. in fact I'd ask a few of them for their opinions and their options and also a respected local independant mechanic (hopefully several of them will tell you the same thing and suggest a good, effective and safe to use additive) :cool:
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2) The 1.6 petrol needs a 6th gear for cruising at or around 70 Mph, noise would be reduced & economy improved.
a 6th gear? gee i'd like a 5th gear :wink:
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*gives you a road ranger* LOL
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2) The 1.6 petrol needs a 6th gear for cruising at or around 70 Mph, noise would be reduced & economy improved.
a 6th gear? gee i'd like a 5th gear :wink:
Lol Autos dont count in my "complaint"!
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i reckon they should introduce a CVT auto!!! now that would be awesome!
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I second the CVT motion...
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I can vouch for CVT.. Better than a standard auto (especially a 4 speed) :wink:
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LOL are you saying mt maxima isnt any good :P and i should have got a CVT one :P :P :P
they ae good, and they are bad...
standard 4 speed in my max. its simple to rebuild, you can shift kit it, manualise it and put a stall converter in it fairly easy... so you can make it "tough" with the CVT... well... forget playing with it... and the oil costs a small fortune...
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I didn't realise your Maxima was an auto...It would have enough power to cope with a 4 speed box :wink: :P
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yer dazzler, auto was the only option in our models, the yanks got manuals in that year but its a "different car" mine being J31 v.s their A34 (its the same platform, just 50mm longer and a touch wider) with different styling (more sports orientated)... i would give anything for a manual in my car...
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You turn on your air-con in a petrol 2 litre i30 and Wow :-[ why have we slowed down ?
In the Sonata 3.3 air-con no change ........ but I do understand the reasons :rolleyes:
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You turn on your air-con in a petrol 2 litre i30 and Wow :-[ why have we slowed down ?
In the Sonata 3.3 air-con no change ........ but I do understand the reasons :rolleyes:
Air-con has little or no effect on performance or economy even on my weedy 1.6, but it cools the car down instantly.
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You turn on your air-con in a petrol 2 litre i30 and Wow :-[ why have we slowed down ?
In the Sonata 3.3 air-con no change ........ but I do understand the reasons :rolleyes:
Little (if any) effect in the Diesel (but that doesn't help you!) :cool:
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Major effect on mine!
Pressing the green lighted button, my car enters in the "Sport" mode :lol:
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You turn on your air-con in a petrol 2 litre i30 and Wow :-[ why have we slowed down ?
My 07 Civic 1.8L had the same problem, slowed down and economy out the window.. Actually I have always had smallish cars and they have always had that problem (until the i30 diesel :D)..
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You turn on your air-con in a petrol 2 litre i30 and Wow :-[ why have we slowed down ?
In the Sonata 3.3 air-con no change ........ but I do understand the reasons :rolleyes:
hmmm i wouldn't say i notice any detrimental effect of using the aircon in my auto, mind you its on pretty much all the time :lol:
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Only thing that really sort of annoys me is that if you leave your lights on it doesn't beep to let you know.
You can turn them off when you lock it but apparently leaving your lights on when the motor is off can drain your battery fairly hardcore...
Other than that all is good. :)
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the lights turn off when you lock the car!!!
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ahh i get it... you park in the garage too!! i.e dont lock the car!
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No I park in the carport.. the RACQ guy said that you shouldn't let the lights be after the engine is off because it drains the battery? I know if turns the lights off when you lock it but is that really good for the car and the battery?
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No I park in the carport.. the RACQ guy said that you shouldn't let the lights be after the engine is off because it drains the battery? I know if turns the lights off when you lock it but is that really good for the car and the battery?
Unless you take 10 minutes or more to get out of the car each time to pull up at night shouldn't be a problem...
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The whole point of the lights going off with the ignition is so you don't accidentally flatten the battery..... 8)
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well that's good to know then :)
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but if you shut the engine off with the lights on,they go off. obviously. but if you then turn the lights off on the stalk and back on again,they will stay on. :idea:
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but if you shut the engine off with the lights on,they go off. obviously. but if you then turn the lights off on the stalk and back on again,they will stay on. :idea:
That is done so you can (for example) leave your park lights on in a dark street if you want to for some reason...
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wont hurt it at all to let it do it by its self! (ive always let my other car do it for me) yes it drains the battery (anything left on after the engine is shut down will), but its going to take 1~1.5 hours to go dead flat! the 1 minute you leave it for isnt going to do anything!
i mean, there is a reserve charge in the battery, its no different to sitting in the car at the shops with the engine off, listening to the radio while some one runs in to get some milk and bread...
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I've 12,000km on mine & am still waiting for the gearchange from 1st to 2nd to improve. Everything else on the car is pretty good but I find the gearbox really annoying.
I once had this on a new VW Golf Mk 4 and reported it to my dealer who replaced the gearbox oil with a thinner oil and cured the problem overnight. Might be worth giving it a try :idea:
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I've 12,000km on mine & am still waiting for the gearchange from 1st to 2nd to improve. Everything else on the car is pretty good but I find the gearbox really annoying.
I once had this on a new VW Golf Mk 4 and reported it to my dealer who replaced the gearbox oil with a thinner oil and cured the problem overnight. Might be worth giving it a try :idea:
OK Thanks. Will consider it.
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What I don't like about my i30 :'( :'( in no particular order :-
The passenger seat is far too low in comparison to the drivers seat that can rise - When my wife is in the car with me, she seems to be sitting on the floor next to me :lol: :lol:
The Lights :-[ :-[. Neither the low beam, the high beam nor the fog lights are bright enough for todays standards. They are worse than useless and need to be replaced.
What I detest in my i30 - The very fact that to replace the bulbs in my dislikes above, I have to remove the complete headlight unit. :'( :twisted:
Why can Hyundai produce a great car with such simple faults??
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What I detest in my i30 - The very fact that to replace the bulbs in my dislikes above, I have to remove the complete headlight unit. :'( :twisted:
I've had my car for just over 3 years and never replaced a blown bulb
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I've had my car for just over 3 years and never replaced a blown bulb
I'm not talking about replacing "blown bulbs". What I am saying is the originals are so dull, they NEED TO BE REPLACED :evil: :evil:
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What I detest in my i30 - The very fact that to replace the bulbs in my dislikes above, I have to remove the complete headlight unit. :'( :twisted:
Why can Hyundai produce a great car with such simple faults??
While I agree that the lights could be brighter.. (Even 30+ globes make a worthwhile improvement) I disagree with your complaint about having to take the whole light out...
I know at least one member has found a work around to switching globes without taking out the lights and it is only about a 20 minutes job (tops) to take both lights out and put them back in again...
No offence ..but was I married to you once... :rolleyes: :lol:
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What I am saying is the originals are so dull, they NEED TO BE REPLACED :evil: :evil:
I find mine OK for "normal" town driving but on unlit roads I do find the odd blind spot unless the headlights are on full beam.
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Daz - No offence ..but was I married to you once... You Wish :lol: :lol:
I know at least one member has found a work around to switching globes without taking out the lights and it is only about a 20 minutes job (tops) to take both lights out and put them back in again... Can you please advise further. I'd love to change my bulbs but am very sceptical on the way forward..........
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I think it might have been Lorian that did it but I suspect he had to remove the battery? It is far easier just to remove the lights.. just undo three bolts and disconnect the electrical connector and carefully but firmly ease the light out lifting it a bit at the front as you go.. I haven't got mine any more but that is all i did when upgrading bulbs.
There are a couple of threads about it on here and a few like Shambles have done it multiple times without an issue. :cool:
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There are a couple of threads about it on here and a few like Shambles have done it multiple times without an issue.
Thanks. I'll have a look and check it out.
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I think it might have been Lorian that did it but I suspect he had to remove the battery?
By removing the battery, does this not knock out everything electrical - i.e. - The clock, radio etc ......
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I think it might have been Lorian that did it but I suspect he had to remove the battery? It is far easier just to remove the lights.. just undo three bolts and disconnect the electrical connector and carefully but firmly ease the light out lifting it a bit at the front as you go.. I haven't got mine any more but that is all i did when upgrading bulbs.
Here is my "chicken" way as I found it far easier (or at least less likely to scratch anything) to remove the battery than the headlight units.
https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=4654.0 (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=4654.0)
The dips came really low from the factory too, and coupled with the fact they use a shadow mask in the projector headlights instead of a normal lens and shaped reflectors, there is no spill over the top making the dips a bit scary at anything over 40mph ish by default. Using our other cars headlights as a guide a clicked them up a little (you need a long philips screwdriver). Only a subtle change, but this coupled with the nightbreaker 80s makes vidibility much better at higher speeds. I don't get flashed at all.
Only the radio settings and pre-set stations need re-entering, and a 2 second procedure to recalibrate the power steering (you just steer to the left and right once, then turn the ignition off and back on).
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Only the radio settings and pre-set stations need re-entering
Does this require a code, as I don't believe I have this?
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no, no code to worry about, just need to re-enter you favourite stations and re-adjust the treble and bass etc if you chnged them (sounds better if you do!)
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One thing I missed in my original gripe was the pretty woeful choice of colours....... :rolleyes:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/rustynutz69/Colours.jpg)
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Not enough power in my petrol auto 2ltr cw, with the extra weight of the cw ? although I've only had it a very short time :exclaim: perhaps when I've done about 5000km or more it will improve ? but the Gopher shopper scooters have almost the edge on me at the lights.
My wife's 3.3 ltr Sonata which easily does 8.5 to 9ltrs per 100km is like a Lamborghini when I drive that now.
Centrol-locking should have a drivers door open only facility, this is my wife's criticism, I don't care who jumps in with me.
Colour range as posted by 'rustynutz' is one of Hyundai's failings compared to other 2011 car manufactures .... I know price has a lot to do with this, but they may sell more cars and please more customers if the range was a bit more 2011ish.
All in all Hyundai and particularly the i30 are really great.
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that the hazard light switch is right 'there' and i tend to hit it instead of the button to heat up the rear window, which is on the other side.
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One thing I missed in my original gripe was the pretty woeful choice of colours....... :rolleyes:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/rustynutz69/Colours.jpg)
There are a few more colours available in Europe. A navy, a Champagne Silver and a couple of others ...
Ozbrum..you may be able to have that 2 stage unlock programmed in.. They can with my Hybrid. :cool:
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Cheers Dazzler thanks for that info :)
Please tell me someone .... What is the benefit or advantage of having a Micro or Metalic or even a Soled colour paint finish when you are buying a car ... I believe White and Shine red are solid colours and we pay about $350.00 extra for a Micro or Metalic paint finish here in Oz. thanks good people :)
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Please tell me someone .... What is the benefit or advantage of having a Micro or Metalic or even a Soled colour paint finish when you are buying a car ... I believe White and Shine red are solid colours and we pay about $350.00 extra for a Micro or Metalic paint finish here in Oz. thanks good people :)
The way I see it white is a good safe bet.. The solid red of the i30 looks great but it is very susceptible to fading/oxidation if it is not waxed and polished fairly regularly particularly in OZ..(from my experience of other solid red cars I have owned)
I believe you pay extra for the Mica/metallic colours because they come with a clear coat over them which means (again from my experience with quite a few cars) that they will remain looking good for multiple years without much maintenance at all... :D
Edit: I don't know what it is with red but if you look around it is alway red signs that fade badly first????
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Thanks Dazzler for your reply excellent info, Cheers 8)
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Just like to add that with solid colours it is easier to match up the paint if you're unfortunate enough to have a bit of a bingle.... 8)
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Is it an OZ thing ???
the lights on my Uk i30 are fine,
i dont find the need to replace them.
i know people who have replaced the standard bulbs for brighter ones only
to find they dont last 5 mins and have to keep replacing them!
Does anyone else think they are ok?
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they are a bit weak...
i think the japs and aussie cars we get have much better lighting...
my mates VY commodore low beam is like the i30's high beam...
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i think my lights are fine, they're brighter than my old car (thankfully)
i hate when people upgrade to blue or yellow bright bright lights. i can't see a damn thing on the road with them coming at me :'(
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It think they may be a bit better in the later (newer) i30's over here.. I had a short drive in a Petrol SX rental that some visitors rented and I swear the lights were brighter than my March 2008 build SLX... :cool:
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I reckon they're not bad enough to rush out and replace anytime soon (given our crappy speed limits they are probably quite adequate) but one of these days I'll probably upgrade them....
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I reckon they're not bad enough to rush out and replace anytime soon (given our crappy speed limits they are probably quite adequate) but one of these days I'll probably upgrade them....
I got some Narva + 30 cheap from Repco and they were enough better to be worthwhile. The Philips + 80's and the Osram equivilent seem to have a fairly short life unfortunately... :razz:
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Thanks for the recommendation, Daz.....I'll bare those in mind if I do get around to upgrading. I must admit I'm not keen on replacing globes every 5 minutes... :)
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Thanks for the recommendation, Daz.....I'll bare those in mind if I do get around to upgrading. I must admit I'm not keen on replacing globes every 5 minutes... :)
I think Shambles got about 6 months max out of his Osram Nightbreakers? and I got less out of my first set of Philips +80's (apparently these high output globes are rated at about a third of the service life of the original equipment globes in the case of the Philips the OEM ones are rated for something like 1200 hours and the +80's only 400 hours.. :eek:
Some people obviously use their lights a lot more than others so it's horses for courses .. :razz:
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:evil: :evil: :evil:
I am not happy about the dent that appeared on my roof a couple of weekends back, I think it was caused by a falling rocket firework, haven't had the time yet to see if my minor repair man can do anything with it :'( :'(
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:evil: :evil: :evil:
I am not happy about the dent that appeared on my roof a couple of weekends back, I think it was caused by a falling rocket firework, haven't had the time yet to see if my minor repair man can do anything with it :'( :'(
Sorry to hear about the damage.
Can it not be just "pulled" out with a sink plunger as I've noticed that there is a lot of give in the roof panel.
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Sorry to hear about that :'(
I think that happenings like Aberdeen's Fireworks Night should be forbidden if the authorities can't safeguard citizens or their properties. Too many people suffering from injuries or even death every year in similar fiestas in Greece and other countries.
Lucky it was your car and not your head.
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:evil: :evil: :evil:
I am not happy about the dent that appeared on my roof a couple of weekends back, I think it was caused by a falling rocket firework, haven't had the time yet to see if my minor repair man can do anything with it :'( :'(
Sorry to hear about the damage.
Can it not be just "pulled" out with a sink plunger as I've noticed that there is a lot of give in the roof panel.
Yeah, the bigger dent can possibly be pulled but would still leave a ding :evil:
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Sorry to hear about that Brian.. Pull the bigger dent then see if a paintless dent remover can fix the little ding.. :cool:
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Sorry to hear about that :'(
I think that happenings like Aberdeen's Fireworks Night should be forbidden if the authorities can't safeguard citizens or their properties. Too many people suffering from injuries or even death every year in similar fiestas in Greece and other countries.
Lucky it was your car and not your head.
Thanks babis, the problem in the UK is not the official displays which are usually safe and well organised, it is the idiots who can buy fireworks in the local supermarket and let them off in their back gardens :evil: :evil:
I would have the damned things banned from public sale completely :rolleyes:
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That's what i'm saying. If they can't (or don't want) avert these things from beeing sold illegaly neither they can ban the idiots from country, then they have to reconsider organising such happenings.
Greek Rocket War (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PijfPZx88I#)
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I think they stopped that practice when the town burned down :eek: :eek:
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I think they stopped that practice when the town burned down :eek: :eek:
:lol:
but they didn't...
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My brother once had a parachutist land on the roof of his car.... :lol:
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My brother once had a parachutist land on the roof of his car.... :lol:
Sorry....... say that again....... :'(
What's the story behind this?
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it can't clean itself.
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Hmm, dunno how I missed this....
Anyhow, my brother had gone to a local airshow and parked in the carpark. It was a bit breezy when the skydiving display was held and one parachutist got blown off course and came down on top of his Van. The bloke just bounced off and then landed on the ground. Needless to say my brother wasn't impressed. Luckily they had insurance and the dent in the roof was repaired at no cost to him.... :D
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it can't clean itself.
:lol: :lol:
I think Hemmi's can (or can you find a better explanation?)
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...one parachutist got blown off course and came down on top of his Van. The bloke just bounced off and then landed on the ground. Needless to say my brother wasn't impressed...
:eek: now this happens all day :lol:
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Anyhow, my brother had gone to a local airshow and parked in the carpark. It was a bit breezy when the skydiving display was held and one parachutist got blown off course and came down on top of his Van. The bloke just bounced off and then landed on the ground. Needless to say my brother wasn't impressed. Luckily they had insurance and the dent in the roof was repaired at no cost to him.... :D
Cheers
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It's been a long time since anyone has posted here..... :deserted:
I don't like that the i30 doesn't have an inside temperature readout.... :)
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The absence of:-
Auto headlights
Rain-sensing wipers
Good quality carpet + sound-proofing
Integrated SatNav with reverse camera
6-speed manual (now fixed in current model)
Still love it though :D
I guess it could be more economical too - 2000 kms per tank would be better :wink:
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The absence of:-
Auto headlights
Rain-sensing wipers
Good quality carpet + sound-proofing
Integrated SatNav with reverse camera
6-speed manual (now fixed in current model)
Still love it though :D
I guess it could be more economical too - 2000 kms per tank would be better :wink:
the 2012 i30 may have some of the items on your wish list Dave. :idea: :mrgreen: fingers crossed. :sweating:
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My i30 has got auto headlights, 6 speed box, reversing sensors and rain sensing wipers - but I would welcome a built-in sat-nav (having had my Garmin stolen from the glove box recently) and parking sensors at the front (I am rubbish at judging the front of the car). A reversing camera would be fun.
But the biggest gripe I have with my car is cabin noise. Despite changing to low noise tyres it is still unacceptable.
My car still has, after 11000 miles, a notchy gear change on 1st and 2nd gears.
Air spring damper supports on the bonnet (hood) would also be welcome.
My wife would like the passenger seat to be height adjustable - like the drivers seat. Also the seat back recline to be easier to operate.
My car lacks tyre pressure monitors and I hope the new model does not have them - I read of too many reliabilty issues with them.
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All great points Alan.
Does anyone actually know if Hyundai monitor this site because there has been a lot of feedback about cabin noise from all over the world.
Surely they can't be unaware?
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All great points Alan.
Does anyone actually know if Hyundai monitor this site because there has been a lot of feedback about cabin noise from all over the world.
Surely they can't be unaware?
we have visitors. :winker:
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All great points Alan.
Does anyone actually know if Hyundai monitor this site because there has been a lot of feedback about cabin noise from all over the world.
Surely they can't be unaware?
we have visitors. :winker:
Good to know. I hope they have their hearing aids switched on :)
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I'm sure I've mentioned this somewhere before but I really hate that the diesel engine shakes in 5th gear on low revs and light throttle.
I'm sure this is a design problem with the engine mounts not properly absorbing a resonance. Anyone who has encountered this probably just changes down but if you instead just press the accelerator you will discover (if it's like mine) that the engine is quite capable and the resonance/shaking disappears. I think this is a genuine problem that should be addressed.
I've mentioned this on service but find a deaf ear.
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I think this is a genuine problem that should be addressed.
Apparently it has been addressed in the newer current model (now released in Australia) with the U2 Diesel motor and 6 speed gearbox) Lakes has said so several times.. Much better in that area than his previous CRDi :happydance:
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I think this is a genuine problem that should be addressed.
Apparently it has been addressed in the newer current model (now released in Australia) with the U2 Diesel motor and 6 speed gearbox) Lakes has said so several times.. Much better in that area than his previous CRDi :happydance:
Surely you are not suggesting I buy a new car to fix it? :)
If it has been fixed then I should be able to get that fix.
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Perhaps the fix is a different gear ratios with the 6 speed box and improved smoothing of the later U2 engine. Hence not applicable to the previous version.
I do not get the problem on my 6 speed Sept 2010 model.
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I think this is a genuine problem that should be addressed.
Apparently it has been addressed in the newer current model (now released in Australia) with the U2 Diesel motor and 6 speed gearbox) Lakes has said so several times.. Much better in that area than his previous CRDi :happydance:
Surely you are not suggesting I buy a new car to fix it? :)
If it has been fixed then I should be able to get that fix.
I would imagine the changes are too major to be just applied as a fix .. But good to see that have addressed it in an update :goodjob:
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My "dislikes":
* No rear power outlet
* No hard wired power outlet at front (ie. on all the time)
* No removable cargo net or barrier
* Need the clutch in to start
* Sun visors aren't long enough when flipped to the side
* Stereo display "fades" in bright sunlight/hot days
* No single (driver's) door unlocking feature. It's all or none. Not good for personal safety
* No distance or time to destination features on trip computer (the GPS makes up for that, I s'pose)
* No keyless start or proximity unlocking features (nice to have, ala current Landcruisers)
As you may note these are mainly "nice to have" things, with a couple of serious design limitations (can't really call them flaws) thrown in.
I paid mid-20s for a brand new vehicle which has most of the creature comforts that vehicles costing in the high 30s or 40s have. So, really, there's not much to complain about.
Had I paid mid $80s which a mate did for his Honda and still had these complaints I'd be mightly annoyed.
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My "dislikes":
* No rear power outlet (very rare in Hatches I would suspect ? the CW has one)
* No hard wired power outlet at front (ie. on all the time) This is for a reason - to save he battery (i would have to turn my GPS on and off manually if it did :undecided:)
* No removable cargo net or barrier The SR used to come with cargo net and probably still does(should be available as an accessory)
* Need the clutch in to start (many like this feature I think - and more manufacturers are now copying Hyundai)
* Sun visors aren't long enough when flipped to the side (hadn't noticed this ...)
* Stereo display "fades" in bright sunlight/hot days
* No single (driver's) door unlocking feature. It's all or none. Not good for personal safety
* No distance or time to destination features on trip computer (the GPS makes up for that, I s'pose)
* No keyless start or proximity unlocking features (nice to have, ala current Landcruisers) New model will probably have it as i45 & i40 do in some models.. My Hybrid has it - I reckon it is great)
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I can open just the drivers door on my i30 manually with the little lock/unlock catch under the internal door handle.
I don't have to depress the clutch on my manual car to start it
The computer is not a sat-nav so it has no idea where you are going - hence cannot display distance or time to destination
I recently used a Renault hire car in Portugal which had keyless entry - I was underwhelmed. It is not a feature I crave for.
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I can open just the drivers door on my i30 manually with the little lock/unlock catch under the internal door handle.
I haven't tried that but this isn't the point. The basic family car here in Australia, the Holden Commodore has this remote unlocking feature. From a safety perspective it's much quicker for someone on their own to remotely unlock the car, get in and lock it again than it is to fiddle with a key in a lock.
I don't have to depress the clutch on my manual car to start it
It's a "safety feature" on Australian models.
The computer is not a sat-nav so it has no idea where you are going - hence cannot display distance or time to destination
What I'm refering to is a manually set distance to destination which then counts down as you drive. And the timer then looks at current or average speed and calculates a time to destination. My last car had it.
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* No hard wired power outlet at front (ie. on all the time) This is for a reason - to save he battery
Maybe. But it is a feature on other cars, and my other car, in fact, has it. Things like phones and GPSes stashed away in the centre console aren't likely to flatten the battery.
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mjt57 - fair comments. I see where you are coming from..... :goodjob:
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He's coming from country Victoria.. Not sure where he is going though :lol:
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Gees, cant believe this thread I started lasted 2.5 yrs!
My i30 is still going well. Still driving like a new car, has now done 63,000km. Still on the original stock kumho tyres! Down to 2mm, so ready to change soon. I drive like a granny, hence has lasted so long.
Besides the underwhelming stereo sound quality I mentioned in the first post, I can't think of anything else I dislike about the car off the top of my head. Although one thing I dislike is the cost of my 60,000 service - $610. In future I'll be checking this cost before having the service done! And will consider going to an independent.
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Remember post #7, Nev75
BTW what type of i30 do you own :question:
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Remember post #7, Nev75
Hehe, how wrong I was..
BTW what type of i30 do you own :question:
I have an SLX CRDi Auto 09.
By the way, I live virtually next door to you ... Littlehampton!
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Small world hey :exclaim:
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No speed sensitive volume on the radio. My last car had it and instantly missed it when I got this one.
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No speed sensitive volume on the radio. My last car had it and instantly missed it when I got this one.
:whistler: There is you know.. but it is quite subtle..I forget the Acronym or I would search for the link on how to set it..
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No speed sensitive volume on the radio. My last car had it and instantly missed it when I got this one.
:whistler: There is you know.. but it is quite subtle..I forget the Acronym or I would search for the link on how to set it..
Yep. It's there. The owners' manual tells you how to set it.
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No speed sensitive volume on the radio. My last car had it and instantly missed it when I got this one.
You are looking for the SDVC setting (Speed dependent volume control)
As surferdude states - it is in the radio section of the manual. You can also search this Forum for SDVC and get a lot more info.
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Now that I've had mine for 6 months and 8,500km, what do I dislike about the i30 CRDi manual...
* Seats could be a tad wider. Not that I have a fat arse, but they're not as big as a normal sized vehicle, such as our Mazda Tribute, for example.
* Takes a while to warm up on cold mornings compared to the other car (talking about the heater here).
* Radio reception on AM is poor.
* Sun visors are small - often not shielding enough from side sunlight
* Driver's side mirror is convex/cave - shows vehicles further back than they really are.
* No option to unlike driver's door only on remote. A security must, particularly for vulnerable people.
These are fairly petty gripes, as the overall package is difficult to fault, especially given the price point of the vehicle.
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Now that I've had mine for 6 months and 8,500km, what do I dislike about the i30 CRDi manual...
* Seats could be a tad wider. Not that I have a fat arse, but they're not as big as a normal sized vehicle, such as our Mazda Tribute, for example. That is interesting, I find them quite good
* Takes a while to warm up on cold mornings compared to the other car (talking about the heater here). Fairly normal for a Diesel
* Radio reception on AM is poor.
* Sun visors are small - often not shielding enough from side sunlight
* Driver's side mirror is convex/cave - shows vehicles further back than they really are.
* No option to unlike driver's door only on remote. A security must, particularly for vulnerable people. (Have you asked at the dealer - may be possible ?)
These are fairly petty gripes, as the overall package is difficult to fault, especially given the price point of the vehicle.
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No speed sensitive volume on the radio. My last car had it and instantly missed it when I got this one.
:whistler: There is you know.. but it is quite subtle..I forget the Acronym or I would search for the link on how to set it..
Yep. It's there. The owners' manual tells you how to set it.
I got excited by your response and had a good look today.
The 2011 MY12 version CRDi I got, does not have the same radio as in the manual. It came with its own manual as I think it now incorporates bluetooth and streaming.
Unfortunately in this new radio, there is no longer the option for SDVC. They give with one hand but take with another.
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Sorry to give you a bum steer Con :-[
Thought for today "false hope is no hope at all"
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Sorry to give you a bum steer Con :-[
Thought for today "false hope is no hope at all"
Better to have hoped falsely and lost than to have never hoped at all. :)
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Sorry to give you a bum steer
A clue perhaps :whistler:
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Sorry to give you a bum steer Con :-[
Thought for today "false hope is no hope at all"
No probs. More an issue with Hyundai not planning very well. They go to include a new feature and end up taking another useful feature out either accidentally or intentionally.
Reminds me of the poor people who got bluetooth included in their radio, but then lost the outside temperature display. It's a bit ridiculous.
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Hm, not many things I don't like about the i30. After all, it's my second :mrgreen: But..okay, I'll write down a few things:
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There should be more powerful petrol and diesel engines available. 1.6 CRDi 116/128hp is okay, but I d love to see at least a 1.7 CRDi 136hp (from i40) or more in it.. The new 1.6 GDI petrol engine looks promising on the paper, will need to test it. And of course, still waiting for a turbo-petrol version.
2.
Stock tires are "poor", but okay, I've replaced them already.
3.
First i30CW's had problems with chips/stones from the road -> area around rear doors. Face lift i30CW's now have "sporty plastic" around that area, so problem solved I guess.
As for some of the things mjt57 wrote:
1. To me i30 seats are one of the great things in this vehicle and were one of the main reason when choosing between Kia Ceed and i30, when I was purchasing my first i30. Great grip when driving fast and comfortable enough for longer trips (1.000 km, etc). But okay, different people like different seats. My father likes the seats in his Santa Fe, but those seats are one of the main reasons (90%) why I would rather buy ix35 over the Santa Fe. No "side grip" whatsoever.
2. Gearbox on first i30's wasn't that good. Especially the reverse. Got better after 20,000 km, but still. The 6.speed gearbox, which I have in current i30, is much better. Great job Hyundai.
3. Yes it takes longer to heat up comparing to the petrol cars, but about the same as other diesel vehicles. Not the fastest, that's true.
4. Radio reception AM - our stations are on FM, so don't know about the AM.. ;)
5. Side mirrors being like that - I got used to that too, and I really can't get used to the cars, that have "normal" side mirrors. The vehicles look like they are just about to rape me :D
6. No rear power outlet - the CW has it, and I agree, they should have installed it in the hatch too. Though I don't use it.
7. Barrier for the cargo could be useful yes. I have a net, but never use it. It's somewhere in the garage.
8. Keyless - don't know. I've tested that in the ix35, but... But I could get used to it of course. Wouldn't pay extra $$ for it, but if it was in this equipment, why not :)
9. Sun visors.. Interesting didn't notice that, always seemed normal..?
I really don't have that many complaints about the i30. Maybe it has something to do with the fact, I only had Hyundai's so far (we've (parents and company cars) had other brands too, but mine were all Hyundai's) and every new Hyundai was a great improvement comparing to the previous one.
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5. Side mirrors being like that - I got used to that too, and I really can't get used to the cars, that have "normal" side mirrors. The vehicles look like they are just about to rape me :D
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: You're a funny man accim. :)
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Haha :) It really looks like that. Last day I drove my mom's Volvo and whenever I was overtaking someone on the highway it always seemed like they accelerated to prevent me from "cutting in". Though...they probably thought I was a regular Volvo driver :rofl:
BTW: Remembered one more thing. Constant headlight blows..
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I still haven't had one of those (touch wood). :scared:
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As for some of the things mjt57 wrote:
6. No rear power outlet - the CW has it, and I agree, they should have installed it in the hatch too. Though I don't use it.
I forgot to mention this. I'd love to have a power outlet in the back and one that's permanently connected. And I wish the two outlets in the console were also permanently connected, so I can charge things like GPSes when they're stored away.
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the noises which come from back :undecided: :undecided: :undecided: :undecided:
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Welcome to the forum Behmard.
Glad you found us.
Can you please elaborate about the noise?
What model variant do you have and where are you located?
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the noises which come from back :undecided: :undecided: :undecided: :undecided:
Is your Wife a back seat driver or do you have noisy Grandkids... :whistler:
Welcome by the way :goodjob:
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I'll take particular note when I'm next out and about to see whether I have any noises that come from my rear end. :undecided:
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Welcome Behmard, :goodjob2:
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I'll take particular note when I'm next out and about to see whether I have any noises that come from my rear end. :undecided:
:eek:
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What I thought was a vibration noise in my glovebox, seemed to move to the mirror,,, then the dash... until my son pointed out to me that it was my sunglasses rattling in the overhead holder.
Of course I tried to make out that I knew that...
My other little gripes are mentioned in another section... under Suggested Improvements Tweeks.
Terry H.
silence is golden
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@Tazgal
Is there supposed to be a comment, coz if there is, I don't see it. :exclaim:
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It's probably there, but written in black.
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Nope, just checked, nothin' there :(
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Tazgirl wrote "silence is golden" you guys can't see that? :confused:
Lmao at the quote though. Exactly what happened to me except I got the other half to ask the dealership what on earth the rattle was. Took them the entire service to figure out it was my sunnies :-[
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Must be a girl thing :undecided:
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Tazgirl wrote "silence is golden" you guys can't see that? :confused:
You're using our Curve theme, so you can see things that others cannot :lol: ;)
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I used the quote function which I thought would show all text without formatting, but obviously, it doesn't, learn something every day. :undecided:
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Must be a girl thing :undecided:
Well I'll be buggered.
With a wife, two daughters and two grand daughters I thought I knew all about girls' things.
But apparently not.
We live and learn.
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Tazgirl wrote "silence is golden" you guys can't see that? :confused:
You're using our Curve theme, so you can see things that others cannot :lol: ;)
Ohhh, I see. Cool. I use this one because the black makes me feel like I'm getting a migraine for some reason :(
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Yes but...which of you can see this?
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Yes but...which of you can see this?
Very good Gonz :goodjob:
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Yes but...which of you can see this?
I can. :mrgreen:
I use the black background.
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Yes but...which of you can see this?
:lol:
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Let me think,what do I not like about our I30's,Oh! yeah thats it,the other tosspots on the road around us
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Comment part 2 :-[
I dislike the windscreen of my I30 Elite.
All the little leaves get stuck in the groove around the windscreen.
I have tried flushing them out with a hose at wash time but the little :twisted: ers dont want to come out :mad:
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I dislike the windscreen of my I30 Elite.
All the little leaves get stuck in the groove around the windscreen.
I have tried flushing them out with a hose at wash time but the little :twisted: ers dont want to come out :mad:
You're back!
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These are kind of pathetic quibbles, but here goes:
* the stereo is extremely bass-heavy. I had to turn the bass below zero for most music.
* doors are still locked when my passengers try to get out. Always annoying.
* no coin holder. Most cars from 20 years ago have a felt-lined coin box or tray.
* the alarm goes off if the keyhole is used for unlocking the car (instead of using remote). This is more of a "I don't understand" than a "I don't like".
* when removing the floor of the trunk (boot), the board always gets grabbed by the flap on the rear DC outlet. Silly design.
That was actually really hard to think of.
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These are kind of pathetic quibbles, but here goes:
* the stereo is extremely bass-heavy. I had to turn the bass below zero for most music.
* doors are still locked when my passengers try to get out. Always annoying.
* no coin holder. Most cars from 20 years ago have a felt-lined coin box or tray.
* the alarm goes off if the keyhole is used for unlocking the car (instead of using remote). This is more of a "I don't understand" than a "I don't like".
* when removing the floor of the trunk (boot), the board always gets grabbed by the flap on the rear DC outlet. Silly design.
That was actually really hard to think of.
You know what I sound like? Some cranky old fart who doesn't like his new-fangled buzz box because it's not big, thirsty and stinky like his old VH Valiant Ranger. To telly you the honest truth, I love my i30 and I have no legit complaints. She's great.
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Glad you're basically happy with your car. We can always find something that could be improved. Funny, but some people ditch the car speakers & complain, "not enough bass" & fit booster amps too. I've been quite happy with the sound performance myself. Apart from your last dislike, all the others I can live with and in some cases prefer. :goodjob2:
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These are kind of pathetic quibbles, but here goes:
* the stereo is extremely bass-heavy. I had to turn the bass below zero for most music.
* doors are still locked when my passengers try to get out. Always annoying.
* no coin holder. Most cars from 20 years ago have a felt-lined coin box or tray.
* the alarm goes off if the keyhole is used for unlocking the car (instead of using remote). This is more of a "I don't understand" than a "I don't like".
* when removing the floor of the trunk (boot), the board always gets grabbed by the flap on the rear DC outlet. Silly design.
That was actually really hard to think of.
My wife says that about the Bass, too. Doesn't worry me and I'm happy with the sound (but I am a bit deaf).
Don't have aproblem with the door lock thing. To me it's a safety factor and the passenger soon learns to just flick the lever on the door.
Coins are so passe. No need for tolls (e-tag) any more and I refuse to use parking meters.
The alarm is another safety feature.
What's a DC outlet? My boot floor doesn't catch on anything.
But I take your point. You have to try hard to find issues. :goodjob:
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Been meaning to put my 2 bob's worth in....:
For sure ..the door lock thing is so annoying..( when your "empty nesters', the safety aspect is less of an issue).
Also, the side window 'scrubbers" do not grip the glass tight enough and thus a wet window or one with condensation cant be wiped clean, thus visability, in foggy or wet situation is compromised right from the start.
Lastly, lack of camber adjustment on the front ( and rear).. but that can be overcome with a front camber kit, and they work well, speaking from experience, saves heaps on tyres..
But all in all, we are happy campers... :happydance:
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Coins are so passe. No need for tolls (e-tag) any more and I refuse to use parking meters.
I keep my coins in the ashtray. Downside is that I can't work out how to remove it as some coins are stuck in there...
They're handy for Maccas drive through or if I go around to the shop to get milk or something.
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I keep my coins in the ashtray. Downside is that I can't work out how to remove it as some coins are stuck in there...
They're handy for Maccas drive through or if I go around to the shop to get milk or something.
I do the same.... :goodjob:
Martin, the secret of removing the ash tray is to not try to remove the whole thing..... :whistler:
There's actually an inner section that just lifts out, easy once you've done it once!
*edit: Here's a previous thread on the subject.... :)
:link: (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=6687.msg77696#msg77696)
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I took the inside jigger out to get more coins in but now some coin(s) stood up at the back and it jams only a little way out and I can't get in far enough to fix it. It's not a very good coin holder. :head_butt:
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Doh! Time to upgrade cars, pip.... :lol:
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I don't like the manual it came with :lol:
Every time I can't figure out how to do something, or think something might have gone wrong, or think the car isn't doing something it's supposed to it takes me 5 hours of searching to try and find it (I usually give up and put up with whatever is bugging me).
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They need a second manual to explain how to use the first manual.
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They really do. I'm not a technological dinosaur by far and that thing confusticates the heck out of me! :head_butt:
Edit: No offence to technological dinosaurs of course!
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I'm trying to remember the last time I was confusticated. :undecided:
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I don't like the manual it came with :lol:
Every time I can't figure out how to do something, or think something might have gone wrong, or think the car isn't doing something it's supposed to it takes me 5 hours of searching to try and find it (I usually give up and put up with whatever is bugging me).
That's what we're here for.
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I'm trying to remember the last time I was confusticated. :undecided:
It's the technical term for being extremely confused :wink:
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I don't like the manual it came with :lol:
Every time I can't figure out how to do something, or think something might have gone wrong, or think the car isn't doing something it's supposed to it takes me 5 hours of searching to try and find it (I usually give up and put up with whatever is bugging me).
That's what we're here for.
Fantastic! I shall be bugging you all shortly :mrgreen: (although I don't suppose there is a cure for 2 idiots who spent 20 minutes trying to figure out why the car wouldn't start only to discover the husband had put it in reverse and forgotten :lol:)
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I don't like the manual it came with :lol:
Every time I can't figure out how to do something, or think something might have gone wrong, or think the car isn't doing something it's supposed to it takes me 5 hours of searching to try and find it (I usually give up and put up with whatever is bugging me).
That's what we're here for.
Fantastic! I shall be bugging you all shortly :mrgreen: (although I don't suppose there is a cure for 2 idiots who spent 20 minutes trying to figure out why the car wouldn't start only to discover the husband had put it in reverse and forgotten :lol:)
That's very funny.
But don't feel bad. My last car was a Subaru Impreza RV which boasted Hi and LO range gearing. It always lived in Hi range because it never went off road (much). One day I rolled out of my driveway which I could do in neutral, then put it into first and let the clutch out, only to go nowhere. Thought I'd done a clutch or the gearbox, pushed the car back to the curb and went back to bed ( I was heading off for an early morning surf). About 2 hours later, something went "Boom" in my head and I went back out to the car. Sure enough I'd bumped the Hi/Lo range gear lever into neutral. :-[ :-[ :-[ :disapp:
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10 years ago, I'm 20 k's away, get a call from the other half, the battery's flat. Drive all the way back to find the auto gear lever in D instead of N or P. So don't feel too bad Panda. :TutTut:
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Which reminds me. About 6 years ago my daughter was in a share house in Brisbane and only she and one of the guys had cars. They had to park one behind the other under the house. One day he went out and left her his key in case she wanted to get her car out. She couldn't start it. Rang me and we tried various things with no success. Finally in desperation I suggested she push the clutch in.
That was the first time I knew that you had to do that to start a Hyundai (it was an old Sonata). :whistler:
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What's a DC outlet? My boot floor doesn't catch on anything.
Well, perhaps it was an optional accessory on FD hatches, but mine definitely has a cigarette-lighter 12V socket in the side wall of the boot. Lifting the floorboard to access the tools, or the left-hand tray, results in the outlet cover nearly being ripped off the socket.
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did you buy your car new or was it second hand,it may have been added in by the previous owner. :idea: :confused: only the cw/wagon had a power outlet in the back. :confused:
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oh. it's second hand.
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you could have a car previously owned by someone on this forum,a few members have added the power socket in the boot/hatch area. :idea: :wink:
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Well, Do you know a G or C Stevens? *borderingonprivacyinvasion* lol
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addmin may sleuth that one out. :idea:
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... a few members have added the power socket in the boot/hatch area.
Can you provide a link to the thread that covers this? I just checked mine and can only guess there might be some supporting metalwork in the left hand panel but no sign of where exactly. I'm not saying I need one but it's nice to know before I do.
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I had an auto electrician put a double socket in the back of my FD but unfortunately I don't have a photo of it.
It was on the left hand side and sat quite neatly.
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I had an auto electrician put a double socket ...It was on the left hand side and sat quite neatly.
I was wondering whether the i30 hatch has the spot for it but I guess that may be just the CW.
If there isn't a specific area in the metalwork, that's something I can do myself as aftermarket if I ever need it. Thanks.
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Well, Do you know a G or C Stevens? *borderingonprivacyinvasion* lol
I do!! C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
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Yes power outlest in the boot would be handy,have to see what we can do about that
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Well, Do you know a G or C Stevens? *borderingonprivacyinvasion* lol
I do!! C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
cat stephens. moon shadow, moon shadow. :goodjob2: :goodjob: :lol:
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C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
Cat Stephens - :eek: I've learnt something today!
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C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
Cat Stephens - :eek: I've learnt something today!
Wow, and he drove an i30. :Shocked: :lol:
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C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
Cat Stephens - :eek: I've learnt something today!
exactly why he cjanged his name,many entertainers do it
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Well, Do you know a G or C Stevens? *borderingonprivacyinvasion* lol
I do!! C Stephens, now known as Yusuf Islam.
Oh coool! I always wanted a car owned by a strange old Muslim pop star. lol
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Oh coool! I always wanted a car owned by a strange old Muslim pop star. lol
At least it's not by a diminutive black 80s psychadelic pop star or you'd have no way of typing his name! :whistler:
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Oh coool! I always wanted a car owned by a strange old Muslim pop star. lol
At least it's not by a diminutive black 80s psychadelic pop star or you'd have no way of typing his name! :whistler:
Is that "The artist previously known as ..."?
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Is that "The artist previously known as ..."?
A royal nomenclature for a singer of coloured precipitation and millenium eves indeed! :whistler:
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Are you sure it is THE Cat Stevens.
Can't find any reference that he lives in OZ...
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Are you sure it is THE Cat Stevens.
Can't find any reference that he lives in OZ...
It must be him!! In a world of 6 billion + people, surely there can only be one C Stephens (even with different spelling).
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Are you sure it is THE Cat Stevens.
Can't find any reference that he lives in OZ...
Think he's been here doing his musical "Moonshadow".... http://www.moonshadowthemusical.com.au/ (http://www.moonshadowthemusical.com.au/) :whistler:
Are you sure it is THE Cat Stevens.
Can't find any reference that he lives in OZ...
It must be him!! In a world of 6 billion + people, surely there can only be one C Stephens (even with different spelling).
Don't tell me he's changed his name again! :lol:
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Started out as
Steven Georgiou
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I know a woman called Cat Stevens. Truly.
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Doh! Time to upgrade cars, pip.... :lol:
No way I would trade my car if there were coins stuck in the ashtray :twisted: :lol:
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Phil and Surferdude, glad to know it's not just us :lol:
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Two things annoy me...
It's been 8 months now since I bought my new i30 and I still can't get used to the dash lights being on even when my headlights aren't. I keep driving home along lit up streets and then when I get to my street that isn't lit up, that's when I realise my headlights aren't on. I have never driven a car before that have the dash lights on when your headlights aren't.
I have resorted to leaving the headlights on at all times but then I get sick of good hearted citizens saying, "You've left your headlights on" as I walk away from the car. Then I have to explain to them that they go off automatically after a minute.
The second thing is what's the point of having a rear wiper if there is no water jet to clean the window with? Dumb.
Oh and one other thing, reverse lights are crap, but that I can fix with an LED light mounted beside the number plate. I have run the wiring just got to get around to installing the light.
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Hi Wayne,
Most cars are having the dash lights on all the time now. The previous model FD didn't and I used to drive with the lights on just to make the instruments more readable in certain conditions.
Strange about the rear wiper (the FD had a squirter in the top brake light assembly) :confused:
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The GD would have the washer as well, I'm sure. I'm still trying to find a way to get instrument lights on all the time in the FD. Now I have the workshop manual, I feel I'm getting closer to the solution.
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The GD would have the washer as well, I'm sure.
Buggered it I can see it or find a switch for it. I'll be happy to be proven wrong. Next service is only 5K away so I'll ask then.
Don't get me wrong the good things outweigh the bad 10 X but it is the small things that always annoys me!
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:-[ Just rang Hyundai and got told to push the lever forward and that operates the water jet. :lol: :whistler:
These new fangled cars...doesn't even look like a water jet is there. The outlet is over to one side of the wiper so not sure quite how that is effective but time will tell.
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Oh well i see you are sorted now but heres my Post lol! Did you try pushing the end of the wiper stalk forward for the rear wiper wash? That's where the switch is on my FD but its a twister on mine. Might be that the motor has failed for the back washer.... Switch on the ignition and try it, you should hear the pump running without the engine noise.
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Yep that's it Keith. It looked like that is what I had to do with twister but it didn't go far enough. It took about 10 seconds for the water to start running and I could hear the pump going. Seeing as how it had never been used I guess the lines needed to fill up first.
Happy days :happydance: :happydance: :happydance:
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We aim to please. :goodjob:
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Yep that's it Keith. It looked like that is what I had to do with twister but it didn't go far enough. It took about 10 seconds for the water to start running and I could hear the pump going. Seeing as how it had never been used I guess the lines needed to fill up first.
Happy days :happydance: :happydance: :happydance:
You can "wipe" that problem off your list :goodjob:
Some members didn't have an issue with the unlit instraments in the FD but I did (and quite a few others)
So I think it was a positive improvement... Even the Wife's previous car, a base model Nissan Tiida had it ...
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Now I have the schematics, I should be able to stop the outside lights in the FD model from coming on, with a diode somewhere. :head_butt:
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Don't keep all that fun troubleshooting to yourself, Phil. Do share. Since the negative ion generator, I've been somewhat bereft of any electronic design activity. :blubber:
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Patience Gonz, patience.
I've looked at the schematic, but the way it's presented is a bit difficult for my eyes / brain and I've got other priorities at the moment. However, the boss is out of action for 6 days, so I might get some time to revisit my original mod and do some more testing. I'll get something to you asap.
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The steering is about as dead as... well its bereft of any sort of feedback. It diminishes the driving experience. Other than that it's not a bad gadget at all.
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I see that "dead steering" jibe bandied around a lot, mostly by car mag vehicle testers, TBH I don't agree. I've had many many cars of all makes and the only ones with any "feel" we're the ones without power assistance. I'll stick with what I got thanks, I don't expect feedback from the steering wheel, i love it as it is as I use my eyes and the seat of my pants for feedback, much like I do on a motorbike. What do we want for a cooking family car? :rofl:
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:agreed: :goodjob2: :goodjob:
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You're going to cook your families in your i30s? :scared:
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Cooking as in "standard" Gonz.... But I know you know...
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I see that "dead steering" jibe bandied around a lot, mostly by car mag vehicle testers, TBH I don't agree. I've had many many cars of all makes and the only ones with any "feel" we're the ones without power assistance. I'll stick with what I got thanks, I don't expect feedback from the steering wheel, i love it as it is as I use my eyes and the seat of my pants for feedback, much like I do on a motorbike. What do we want for a cooking family car? :rofl:
Our European cars including Golfs were able to offer something in the steering department the i30 lacks. I strongly suspect tyres are part of the issue but not completely the answer. It's an area of the car that could use some attention I think although its obviously not intended to be a sporty car or a car with a sporty feel. And yes indeed, as it is it works just fine as a daily driver.
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I see that "dead steering" jibe bandied around a lot, mostly by car mag vehicle testers, TBH I don't agree. I've had many many cars of all makes and the only ones with any "feel" we're the ones without power assistance. I'll stick with what I got thanks, I don't expect feedback from the steering wheel, i love it as it is as I use my eyes and the seat of my pants for feedback, much like I do on a motorbike. What do we want for a cooking family car? :rofl:
Our European cars including Golfs were able to offer something in the steering department the i30 lacks. I strongly suspect tyres are part of the issue but not completely the answer. It's an area of the car that could use some attention I think although its obviously not intended to be a sporty car or a car with a sporty feel. And yes indeed, as it is it works just fine as a daily driver.
Damnit... I used to be able to say "yeah but the Golf is a whole sack of money more..." But I can't these days. The difference in price is closing so I guess you make a fair call. I suppose the best I can offer is that VW have had longer to perfect the driver involvement element desired by some owners.
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I found the Veloster steering a bit more involving than the i30 (and the i40 quite good too) if i remember correctly
The hybrid steerng is similar to the i30 though, not bad on a winding road but lifeless on the highway :confused:
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The glove box is a "little angry" when you press the button! talk about wanting to break you knee caps! :lol:
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WayneD has just given me more fuel not to update to the newer model,who the flock wants their dash lights on all the time,even when turned down to the lowest at nights,their still to bright for me
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I do Rick. :mrgreen:
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I do Rick. :mrgreen:
Phil But the question is WHY,it is daylight,why would you need the dash lights on :question:
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I do Rick. :mrgreen:
Phil But the question is WHY,it is daylight,why would you need the dash lights on :question:
Unless they improved the dash after my March '08 FD, I reckon the dash is easier to read with the lights on in the day time! (like most other cars these days) :cool:
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I do Rick. :mrgreen:
Phil But the question is WHY,it is daylight,why would you need the dash lights on :question:
Unless they improved the dash after my March '08 FD, I reckon the dash is easier to read with the lights on in the day time! (like most other cars these days) :cool:
Ever thought of going to an optometrist :whistler: :lol:
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:whistler: :snigger:
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^ + ^ :p :head_butt:
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You must have remarkable eyes Rick. Many times in daylight, the instruments are so recessed, that I can see SFA. Put the park lights & it's perfect. Also, in lit tunnels, they're pitch black too.
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Lets see now......I now have owned an FD Trophy 4 speed auto(petrol) and now a GD premium 6 speed auto (petrol).
My first bitch is the fuel economy......the FD with a 4 speed auto is better than the GD with 6 speed auto. I have tried all sorts of ways to get max fuel out of the GD, but it can't match the FD.
The second one is the power seems better in the FD over the GD. Having put both cars down the drag strip and against diesel I30's the FD is the fastest.
Lights have always been a problem with I30's.......The FD's high beam improved when you raised them up, but the GD's are about the same on high beam.
Head units.....in both cars, we have had the head unit replaced twice in each car and we are still waiting for Hyundai to fix our steering wheel control 5 months down the road......seems that millions of dollars to build a new car, can't figure out how to fix a radio channel changer.........
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I have resorted to leaving the headlights on at all times but then I get sick of good hearted citizens saying, "You've left your headlights on" as I walk away from the car. Then I have to explain to them that they go off automatically after a minute.
I have found a fix for this now also. If you push the lock button twice on your remote the headlights go off straight away. :happydance:
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You must have remarkable eyes Rick. Many times in daylight, the instruments are so recessed, that I can see SFA. Put the park lights & it's perfect. Also, in lit tunnels, they're pitch black too.
Put five cents on the freeway,I'll spot it at 110 and stop and pick it up. :lol:
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You must have remarkable eyes Rick. Many times in daylight, the instruments are so recessed, that I can see SFA. Put the park lights & it's perfect. Also, in lit tunnels, they're pitch black too.
I must be driving a different car. The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the instrument cluster which is just above the right knee.
Do you have this one?
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the i2nstrument cluster which is just above the right jnee.
Do you have this one?
I thought they all did.
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I don't like the fact it gets dirty, also don't like it when fuel light comes on, apart from that she is sweet! :)
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I guess noise comes into mind.
In harsh roads, the noise just slips in.
In highway, a little bit of wind noise.
Anyway my fuel consumption is about 8.8/100km.
I reckon it's not great, but bearable since my last car was xtrail. :D
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I thought they all did.
Nope, some of our members fitted the missing rheostat here: :link: (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=11241.msg124908#msg124908)
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When driving along with either both the front windows down or both the back windows down there is this thumping sound that the wind generates in my ears and drives me insane. Must be something to do with my ears as no-one else seems to get affected by it.
Just wondering if anyone else has this problem?
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I get that too....but it's not something that's limited to the i30, I get it with many cars... :confused:
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When driving along with either both the front windows down or both the back windows down there is this thumping sound that the wind generates in my ears and drives me insane. Must be something to do with my ears as no-one else seems to get affected by it.
Just wondering if anyone else has this problem?
Wayne, I first had that problem with a Magna back in about 1993, then a Commodore, another Commodore, a Falcon, a Liberty, an Impreza and all the Corollas my wife has owned in the same period. Everyone in the car can hear it. Bloody annoying I agree but less of an issue these days with aircon.
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I have never noticed it before and I have been driving for 20+ years!!! Good to know there are others out there. I don't use the aircon much as it puts me to sleep so I prefer to crack the windows.
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It used to annoy the hell outta me in my VH Commodore. I would instantly pounce on whoever even slightly cracked open a window. I used to hate how everyone would roll their eyes as if I was hearing things - well, I was! :head_butt:
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I have never noticed it before and I have been driving for 20+ years!!! Good to know there are others out there. I don't use the aircon much as it puts me to sleep so I prefer to crack the windows.
I've been driving for 38 years and have had 28 cars of my own and half a dozen work vehicles as well.
That drumming / booming noise seems to be worse in the more recent/more aerodynamic models.. I used to tell my Girls when they were little it was illegal to drive with the windows down on the highway.. They worked out I was "cow excrementing" eventually :snigger:
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When driving along with either both the front windows down or both the back windows down there is this thumping sound that the wind generates in my ears and drives me insane. Must be something to do with my ears as no-one else seems to get affected by it.
Just wondering if anyone else has this problem?
Yes i get the thumping noise
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My BA Falcon was the worst for the buffeting noise.
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I get that too....but it's not something that's limited to the i30, I get it with many cars... :confused:
Like you I get this type noise in many vehicles
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I guess noise comes into mind.
In harsh roads, the noise just slips in.
In highway, a little bit of wind noise.
Anyway my fuel consumption is about 8.8/100km.
I reckon it's not great, but bearable since my last car was xtrail. :D
Holy Cow 8.8/100 km, thats terrible.even my old commodore only uses 11/100,mind U had nissan petrol navara,that was a nightmare,used to just tow a fuel trailer around with me,it was a shocker
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the instrument cluster which is just above the right knee.
Do you have this one?
Only if the lights have been switched on, and that is not legal in Oz, during daylight, I believe.
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the instrument cluster which is just above the right knee.
Do you have this one?
Only if the lights have been switched on, and that is not legal in Oz, during daylight, I believe.
Phil you can legally drive during the day with either headlights on or parklights,but is totally illegal to drive with your fog lamps on Go Figger,lot of lodgic there
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I have never noticed it before and I have been driving for 20+ years!!! Good to know there are others out there. I don't use the aircon much as it puts me to sleep so I prefer to crack the windows.
I've been driving for 38 years and have had 28 cars of my own and half a dozen work vehicles as well.
That drumming / booming noise seems to be worse in the more recent/more aerodynamic models.. I used to tell my Girls when they were little it was illegal to drive with the windows down on the highway.. They worked out I was "cow excrementing" eventually :snigger:
i'd have to agree with you on the newer cars seem to have that air hammer noise more. i had a sierra and it was less aerodynamic then a brick and it never once made that hammer noise, but then again my mr2 never did either and it was pretty much a small ramp, maybe its a 4 door car thing. as all my 2 door cars have never done it.
suzuki sierra
toyota mr2
toyota supra
suzuki mighty boy
but all the 4 door cars we've had do
holden astra
suzuki grang vitara
i30
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the instrument cluster which is just above the right knee.
Do you have this one?
Only if the lights have been switched on, and that is not legal in Oz, during daylight, I believe.
Phil you can legally drive during the day with either headlights on or parklights,but is totally illegal to drive with your fog lamps on Go Figger,lot of lodgic there
Fog lamps are for fog and inclement weather.
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Phil you can legally drive during the day with either on or parklights,but is totally illegal to drive with your fog lamps on Go Figger,lot of lodgic there
Not even if it is foggy!
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But I don't want any other lights on, just the instruments. I have the schematic, just have to get the time and weather to do the job.
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No cup holder for rear seat passengers. (2011 I30 Trophy 2 litre) No rear seat centre arm rest either, but then what do you want for $19990 on the road? :whistler: :Shocked:
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No cup holder for rear seat passengers. (2011 I30 Trophy 2 litre) No rear seat centre arm rest either, but then what do you want for $19990 on the road? :whistler: :Shocked:
These don't bother me, I don't sit in the back :snigger: Although I am glad my kids car seats have built in cup holders.
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Good idea not having cup holders in the back, you don't wanna encourage the little buggers to eat and drink in your nice clean car. :snigger:
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The dash is well lit UNTIL I turn on the parkers at dusk and then it's too dim for my liking until the day gets much darker. :head_butt:
On mine there is a wheel to turn to brighten or darked the instrument cluster which is just above the right knee.
Do you have this one?
Only if the lights have been switched on, and that is not legal in Oz, during daylight, I believe.
Phil you can legally drive during the day with either headlights on or parklights,but is totally illegal to drive with your fog lamps on Go Figger,lot of lodgic there
Fog lamps are for fog and inclement weather.
Be it day or night..... :)
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My old FD has a centre arm rest with cup holders! :goodjob:
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My old FD has a centre arm rest with cup holders! :goodjob:
Whaaaat? I have been dudded, you must have the Elite model, you rich bugger. :Shocked: :winker:
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My old FD has a centre arm rest with cup holders! :goodjob:
Whaaaat? I have been dudded, you must have the Elite model, you rich bugger. :Shocked: :winker:
Loaded Lester! That is my old FD is... Loaded with full leather and all the toys, one of the last of the Premium models with loads of creature comforts and driver aids from 2008 and they all still work too (except my air-con :disapp:) but I'm in England and I can live without that.
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My old FD has a centre arm rest with cup holders! :goodjob:
Spring loaded too, they're missing in the GD, all variants. :disapp:
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Holy Cow 8.8/100 km, thats terrible.even my old commodore only uses 11/100,mind U had nissan petrol navara,that was a nightmare,used to just tow a fuel trailer around with me,it was a shocker
Well I hope it's because it hasn't break in.
I've only done 1000ish km so far. I reckon everyone is getting a better mileage for a new GD auto petrol?
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My old FD has a centre arm rest with cup holders! :goodjob:
Whaaaat? I have been dudded, you must have the Elite model, you rich bugger. :Shocked: :winker:
Loaded Lester! That is my old FD is... Loaded with full leather and all the toys, one of the last of the Premium models with loads of creature comforts and driver aids from 2008 and they all still work too (except my air-con :disapp:) but I'm in England and I can live without that.
Crikey..I am up near Shropshire next April, want to visit Ironbridge. I will have to keep a lookout for your i30, a Roller in disguise by the sounds of it. :happydance: Re your A/C not working, can't you get it fixed under ye olde 5 year warranty? :(
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I put some dye in there Lester and its stone damage. I live very close to Ironbridge so pop in for a cuppa and a handshake :0)
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I wish the auto stop /start could be switched off permanently, I keep thinking ive stalled it, before I "TURN IT OFF"
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The Australian i30 doesn't have the "Start/stop" feature but I would imagine Hyundai would allow the user to turn it off if they wanted to, have you looked in the trip computer settings? My list of gripes include:
- Missing light in glove box
- Lack of play pause button
- No album art on top trim level
That's about it, loving the car so far!
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I wish the auto stop /start could be switched off permanently, I keep thinking ive stalled it, before I "TURN IT OFF"
The "Blue Drive" auto stop/start feature was introduced to squeeze the car below the CO2 emissions limit to qualify for zero road tax.
My guess is that if a manufacturer provided the means to permanently switch it off - the DVLA would then impose annual road tax because emissions would then be above the limit.
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Lack of a 'mute' button on the steering wheel.
Headlights stay on too long. Should go off as you remotely lock the doors.
Lack of a driver's door-only unlock.
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- Missing light in glove box
I never even noticed! If that's the case, I may just have to make that a quick and painless project for January. :D
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- Missing light in glove box
I never even noticed! If that's the case, I may just have to make that a quick and painless project for January. :D
Glovebox light in mine ONLY works when the lights are on,not sure if this helps
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Thanks, Rick. Once I get a bit closer than 6000+ km to Firty, I'll check as well. :victory:
Are you happy with it as it is or would you prefer light always when open?
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Thanks, Rick. Once I get a bit closer than 6000+ km to Firty, I'll check as well. :victory:
Are you happy with it as it is or would you prefer light always when open?
I only found out by mistake,I rarely use the glove box.so doesn't really worry me
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Thanks, Rick. Once I get a bit closer than 6000+ km to Firty, I'll check as well. :victory:
Are you happy with it as it is or would you prefer light always when open?
I don't think I need a glovebox light when it's daylight, so I'm happy with mine only working when the lights are on. Others might feel differently though.
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Not used the glovebox in 'cool mode' yet, or as our Kiwi friends would call it 'A chully bun,' :lol:
Not saying I don't like the glovebox with such a facility, but do we really need it?
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Lack of a 'mute' button on the steering wheel.
Headlights stay on too long. Should go off as you remotely lock the doors.
Lack of a driver's door-only unlock.
Mine has all these lol :happydance:
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I wish the auto stop /start could be switched off permanently, I keep thinking ive stalled it, before I "TURN IT OFF"
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That's exactly what I'm thinking about it too! In addition to road noise and not so excellent steering feel, ISG is THE thing what I really hate in my car. I have tried to learn pressing that button routinely, but with little success. Sometimes I remember it just in time when approaching traffic lights, and other times I forget it until it strikes again! I almost wish I had those problems about ISG not working, but no... few weeks ago the temperature dip down to -27, and just two days later the ISG got me again when it was +1 outside. :mad:
I have built some electronics as a hobby, so I'm thinking if I could make some sort of hack which would deactivate ISG after starting the engine. For that I would need a microcontroller which gives a signal to the wire of ISG OFF button when it notices the voltage rising over ~13.5 V (=engine started). However, I would need additional wires and connectors there because I don't want to cut any original wires (and I should also find out what is the right wire). Furthermore, if the button module is connected to the ECU via CAN bus instead of simple wires, then it will not be that easy.
If that gets too difficult, I could at least build a simple warning beeper which is connected to the cigarette lighter socket, beeping when the voltage rises after starting the engine. Then I should remember to deactivate ISG before pressing the beeper's button to stop it. :wink: I have already tested this with an adjustable power supply, so the next step is to test it in my car...
(http://www.telemail.fi/vsaar/web/i007a.png)
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Not used the glovebox in 'cool mode' yet, or as our Kiwi friends would call it 'A chully bun,' :lol:
Not saying I don't like the glovebox with such a facility, but do we really need it?
Pretty handy if you buy a chocolate bar and want to get it home without melting.. and apparently also good for ladies make up on a hot day (as these can melt too, I'm told) :winker:
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Er, does the ISG function have a fuse :whistler:
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Er, does the ISG function have a fuse :whistler:
Good thinking 99 (but probably a shared one...) :undecided:
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Er, does the ISG function have a fuse :whistler:
Good thinking 99 (but probably a shared one...) :undecided:
According the user manual, there's no separate fuse for the ISG. I guess its software may be in the main ECU instead of a separate box. Even if there were a fuse for it, I'd bet pulling it off would lit a Christmas tree into the dashboard.
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Can the ISG button be bridged and remain so, without causing any fault indications :idea:
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Or, could you give the ISG the signal that the engine isn't warm enough or the signal that the voltage is too low to operate the ISG.... :question:
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Headlights stay on too long. Should go off as you remotely lock the doors.
Press the "lock" button again, the lights go out. Well, they do on mine anyway.
As for the ISG issues, my theory has always been the following:
If you don't like ISG, why buy a car that has it? I prefer changing gears myself, that is why I didn't buy an automatic!!
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Unless the ISG is malfunctioning I don't understand the negativity! :disapp:
Surely, any fuel saving and noise reduction is a plus. Even if it is only 5% or so..
My car is as economical in the city as on the highway and that is partly due to a form of ISG. :goodjob:
I now hate waiting at lights or in slow traffic in anything without it (e.g., Wife's CW) :winker:
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Can the ISG button be bridged and remain so, without causing any fault indications :idea:
I haven't tried, but wouldn't bet on that because the ISG can also be re-enabled by pressing that button.
Or, could you give the ISG the signal that the engine isn't warm enough or the signal that the voltage is too low to operate the ISG.... :question:
Once I thought about the battery sensor, which measures both voltage and temperature. However, there goes only two wires into it, so I guess it's a CAN bus device - no easy hacks like putting a resistor to the connector.
Come on Hyundai, please make it possible to set it off as default (or last used setting), like BMW has done lately! :exclaim:
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Bloody CanBus, not easy to mess with... :snigger:
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Can the ISG button be bridged and remain so, without causing any fault indications :idea:
I haven't tried, but wouldn't bet on that because the ISG can also be re-enabled by pressing that button.
Easy enough to try. Have someone press the button continuously while you go through Ign off, Ign on, & Start. If you get your desired result, you know what to modify. If not, back to the drawing board.
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Unless the ISG is malfunctioning I don't understand the negativity! :disapp:
I may be a bit conservative about this issue, but there's also other reasons.
- Shutting the engine off for few seconds feels ridiculous and will not save this planet. I drive mostly in highways and country roads anyway, not much in city.
- I don't like the idea of wearing out the starter motor and battery prematurely, although it has been stated that ISG models have a heavy-duty starter.
- The ISG in i30 is too eager to kick in. When you have stopped and release the clutch, the engine will shut off immediately. This makes you feel you stalled the engine, which may lead to instinctively depressing the clutch and then the engine is running again, not saving fuel. There should be at least two seconds of delay before shutting off the engine. Even when you are about to reverse in a parking lot and lift the clutch pedal a bit to help engaging the reverse gear, that may be enough to the ISG to kick in! (has happened to me)
- Last but not the least, ISG doesn't know anything about cooling the turbo before shutting off the engine.
However, the good thing is that because of reduced CO² emissions, there's also smaller tax.
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Fair call, mine is a CVT.
I haven't driven a manual with ISG (sounds like a different "kettle of fish") :undecided:
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Lack of a 'mute' button on the steering wheel.
That is one feature I use regularly on the GD - the mute button. :goodjob2:
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Unless the ISG is malfunctioning I don't understand the negativity! :disapp:
I may be a bit conservative about this issue, but there's also other reasons.
- Shutting the engine off for few seconds feels ridiculous and will not save this planet. I drive mostly in highways and country roads anyway, not much in city.
- I don't like the idea of wearing out the starter motor and battery prematurely, although it has been stated that ISG models have a heavy-duty starter.
- The ISG in i30 is too eager to kick in. When you have stopped and release the clutch, the engine will shut off immediately. This makes you feel you stalled the engine, which may lead to instinctively depressing the clutch and then the engine is running again, not saving fuel. There should be at least two seconds of delay before shutting off the engine. Even when you are about to reverse in a parking lot and lift the clutch pedal a bit to help engaging the reverse gear, that may be enough to the ISG to kick in! (has happened to me)
- Last but not the least, ISG doesn't know anything about cooling the turbo before shutting off the engine.
However, the good thing is that because of reduced CO² emissions, there's also smaller tax.
There is no "MAY" I do it EVERY time :lol:
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Regarding the turbo cooling bit above.
I'm told that the Ford I have is equipped with a separate electrically powered pump to ensure fluid still flows around the turbo and it's bearings as it spools down.
Surely Hyundai will have done likewise?
"Even more importantly, the engine drinks 87-octane gas and the turbocharger is expected to last many miles without the need for dedicated engine idling periods just before shutdown. The engines control system continues to pump the cooling system's coolant/water mixture through water jackets in the turbo's center housing rotating assembly to siphon heat until a predetermined temperature is reached, no matter when the engine was shut off. This should effectively cool the very hot-running turbo, which can spin its rotors up to 170,000 rpm and measure as hot as 1740 degrees Fahrenheit during peak operation, to the point where engine oil coking is no longer a serious worry."
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There isn't any electrical activity in the Hy engine after shutdown, so cooling would only be by the supplied oil. Due to the current reliability of the turbos, one can assume that the cooling issue is quite adequately controlled by the present design. Even in the case of ISG, the Korean's seem to think of all possible scenarios.
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Regarding the turbo cooling bit above.
I'm told that the Ford I have is equipped with a separate electrically powered pump to ensure fluid still flows around the turbo and it's bearings as it spools down.
Surely Hyundai will have done likewise?
"Even more importantly, the engine drinks 87-octane gas and the turbocharger is expected to last many miles without the need for dedicated engine idling periods just before shutdown. The engines control system continues to pump the cooling system's coolant/water mixture through water jackets in the turbo's center housing rotating assembly to siphon heat until a predetermined temperature is reached, no matter when the engine was shut off. This should effectively cool the very hot-running turbo, which can spin its rotors up to 170,000 rpm and measure as hot as 1740 degrees Fahrenheit during peak operation, to the point where engine oil coking is no longer a serious worry."
Keith , i thought it was cold in England, did not think it would be an issue?
I would expect a petrol tubo would be spinning at much higher speeds that a Diesel, like 2,500rpm about normal for diesel , & 3,000 to 4,000rpm would be normal for petrol i would think?
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Turbos do spin very, very fast. However, I don't believe that the cooling would be an issue in situations where the ISG is operating (stop - start traffic). IIRC, the turbo only needs cooling if you have just gone from high speed to stop, or from load carrying to stop. The oil "coking" on the turbo will only be an issue IF the engine isn't started again within a couple of minutes.
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So to necro a very old thread, today is the two week mark of me receiving my i30 and I thought after 2300km this is enough time for me to list the niggles I have found so far with it :)
- my rear view mirror rattles. Not much, but on smooth surfaces I hear it. Not planning on fixing it, though as it is bearable.
- I have a choice between RDS and not being able to turn on my radio with the steering wheel mounted controls, or being able to turn it on but no RDS. So far, RDS wins hands down!
- crap fuel consumption. I drive with the AC on maybe 5% of the time, I don't go over 120km/h, I drive very granny-like in the city yet only get 12 km to a litre of fuel. My 17 year old Honda got 16!
- I am not sure if my alarm works? 30 minutes after I have locked my car I can push and tug it all I want, the alarm won't go off. Also, no beep when locking/unlocking which sucks as I like audio feedback.
- sometimes my radio randomly forgets my USB has music on. I have tried three flash drives so far and all of them do the same every now and then. A reformat and reload of my songs helps.
- The climate control logic is dumb. Even after resetting it it wants to forever push the fan to the highest setting when I press Auto, no matter what temp I have chosen.
- Rubber door seals are very thin and flimsy and some of them have worn through (not acceptable for a 3 year old car)
- The tick-tock of the indicators could be louder. They also seem to self-cancel very early into a turn
- Hyundai should have installed guides or channels for the rear safety belts to lie in when you lie the seats flat, so that they don't get in the way when you fold them back up.
- I would have liked a little red immobilizer light on the rear view mirror to see that it is locked and the alarm is armed.
- My doors auto-lock at around 17km/h, which I feel is very soon as I barely get out of first gear when driving around a parking lot. It doesn't bother me though, but it has given me a fright on a few occasions!
I am not sure whether these can be considered gripes, and despite these niggles I love this car very much and I wouldn't trade it for the world :mrgreen:
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The rear view mirror rattle is a known fault. If you still have warranty, get it replaced.
To check your alarm: Lock the car with the remote. Unlock by using the key in the doorlock. Alarm should then sound when you open the door..
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- my rear view mirror rattles. What Henning said..
- crap fuel consumption. I drive with the AC on maybe 5% of the time, I don't go over 120km/h, I drive very granny-like in the city yet only get 12 km to a litre of fuel. My 17 year old Honda got 16! I think that works out 8.33 L/100kms which seems a bit high for a 1.6 petrol in those situations
- I am not sure if my alarm works? 30 minutes after I have locked my car I can push and tug it all I want, the alarm won't go off. Also, no beep when locking/unlocking which sucks as I like audio feedback. Strange no audio feedback! Not sure if you can turn it on off in that model?
- sometimes my radio randomly forgets my USB has music on. I have tried three flash drives so far and all of them do the same every now and then. A reformat and reload of my songs helps. That is also a bit odd.. More common to resume from beginning (could be a Fat32/NTFS thing)
- The climate control logic is dumb. Even after resetting it it wants to forever push the fan to the highest setting when I press Auto, no matter what temp I have chosen. I think you can turn off the Auto defaults (but not sure of the button press sequence) I'm not a big fan of climate control I always default to manual control where I can...
- Rubber door seals are very thin and flimsy and some of them have worn through (not acceptable for a 3 year old car) Some have trouble with this and others don't!
- The tick-tock of the indicators could be louder. (seems to vary car to car but I and others had this problem with the i30)They also seem to self-cancel very early into a turn
- Hyundai should have installed guides or channels for the rear safety belts to lie in when you lie the seats flat, so that they don't get in the way when you fold them back up. I've had dearer cars without those guides either (but a good point)
- I would have liked a little red immobilizer light on the rear view mirror to see that it is locked and the alarm is armed. Isn't there one on the console?
- My doors auto-lock at around 17km/h, which I feel is very soon as I barely get out of first gear when driving around a parking lot. It doesn't bother me though, but it has given me a fright on a few occasions! May be able to change that to a higher speed at the dealer (I thought the default was about twice that speed - it is 29kph in my Hybrid)
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8.33 l/100k is an acceptable figure for a petrol engine IMO. At 120k, you will consume about 20% more fuel than @ 90 kmh. Keeping the engine tuned and filters clean and slow down a little, is all you can do to improve your fuel consumption.
My doors lock @ 40km/h, yours can be adjusted.
The alarm does not sense bumps or attempted entry, only open doors, bonnet & rear hatch via switch open circuit. I don't like audio feedback at all, especially @ 2.00 am.
All turn lights flash when activate / deactivate alarm occurs. No immobilizer LED necessary.
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8.33 l/100k is an acceptable figure for a petrol engine IMO. At 120k, you will consume about 20% more fuel than @ 90 kmh. Keeping the engine tuned and filters clean and slow down a little, is all you can do to improve your fuel consumption.
My doors lock @ 40km/h, yours can be adjusted.
Strange you would say that , Phil about the fuel....... I don't like the consumption... with the GD 6 sp auto we get between 8.1 - 8.6 l/100k and with the FD 4 sp auto we got 7.4 -7.8l/100k....... I can't figure out with two extra gears , I get worse fuel economy....
my doors on both models lock at 18kph...
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I couldn't be happier with my fuel economy, I mainly average 5.9 to 6.2 per tank and if I reset the average for a straight run up the freeway from one end to the other she'll sit on 4.8 to 5.0.
I'm usually getting 780 out of a tank with 5 ltr's still remaining and the most I've achieved from 1 tank was 830 on a trip down south with still 5 ltr's left in the tank.
What I don't like are some flat spots that are still apparent but my service manager rang me yesterday and said they'll look further into the matter and put in a request for a revised remap to be written ( fingers crossed )
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The rear view mirror rattle is a known fault. If you still have warranty, get it replaced.
To check your alarm: Lock the car with the remote. Unlock by using the key in the doorlock. Alarm should then sound when you open the door..
No warranty anymore unfortunately. Tried unlocking with the key even after a few hours and it just unlocks. My boss' 2010 i20 does the exact same thing strangely enough.
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No complaints, other than front seats could be wider.
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I've had my 2011 i30 since Nov of that year. Nearly 30,000km up on it. So far, no problems except for a failed door lock actuator (promptly repaired under warranty).
Here are the things that I don't like about the car:
- No mute button on the steering wheel
- Heater takes ages to warm up
- Power outlet socket doesn't stay live when ignition off
- Can't unlock just the driver's door. All doors unlock remotely. Not good for personal safety
- Why, when a car is small, do they design small sun visors. It doesn't have the reach when covering the side window, so low winter sun positively annoys you. As a tip for any i30 engineers reading this, have a look at the Toyota Prado's sun visor. It has a retractable extension.
That's about it, really. Most are convenience items, but are standard on other cars. Fuel economy could be better but that may be down to my driving. I get around 6 around town and low 5s on the freeway. Either mine's high or others quoted on these hallowed pages are somewhat exaggerated, particularly the petrol variants.
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I get around 6 around town and low 5s on the freeway. Either mine's high or others quoted on these hallowed pages are somewhat exaggerated, particularly the petrol variants.
How so? we have Different models an different engines so you can really only compare to an equal equivalent of your own vehicle.
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Having had my car for 3 months here is my tuppence worth:
Less turbo lag - will have to get a remap.
A power point in the boot would be useful (Civics have these - great for running a coolbox and easier to run the tyre inflator from for topping up the rear tyres).
Other than that I am one happy bunny.
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Having had my car for 3 months here is my tuppence worth:
Less turbo lag - will have to get a remap.
A power point in the boot would be useful (Civics have these - great for running a coolbox and easier to run the tyre inflator from for topping up the rear tyres).
Other than that I am one happy bunny.
Interesting.
I've never found turbo lag an issue in either my previous FD or current GD.
It can get off the boil a bit at times depending on what gear I'm in but not to any great extent.
And the GD has a power outlet in the cargo area. :)
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Having had my car for 3 months here is my tuppence worth:
Less turbo lag - will have to get a remap.
A power point in the boot would be useful (Civics have these - great for running a coolbox and easier to run the tyre inflator from for topping up the rear tyres).
Other than that I am one happy bunny.
Interesting.
I've never found turbo lag an issue in either my previous FD or current GD.
It can get off the boil a bit at times depending on what gear I'm in but not to any great extent.
And the GD has a power outlet in the cargo area. :)
I guess that it what I meant. If you do not work the gears, there is a distinct lag. My wife drives it like a rally car and really works the box. Funnily enough she doesnt feel any lag.
Oh and more soundproofing under the carpets would have helped the noise!
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Having had my car for 3 months here is my tuppence worth:
Less turbo lag - will have to get a remap.
A power point in the boot would be useful (Civics have these - great for running a coolbox and easier to run the tyre inflator from for topping up the rear tyres).
Other than that I am one happy bunny.
Interesting.
I've never found turbo lag an issue in either my previous FD or current GD.
It can get off the boil a bit at times depending on what gear I'm in but not to any great extent.
And the GD has a power outlet in the cargo area. :)
I guess that it what I meant. If you do not work the gears, there is a distinct lag. My wife drives it like a rally car and really works the box. Funnily enough she doesnt feel any lag.
Oh and more soundproofing under the carpets would have helped the noise!
:goodjob:
And maybe some Berber carpet. :snigger:
:link: Berber carpet - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berber_carpet)
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Having had my car for 3 months here is my tuppence worth:
Less turbo lag - will have to get a remap.
A power point in the boot would be useful (Civics have these - great for running a coolbox and easier to run the tyre inflator from for topping up the rear tyres).
Other than that I am one happy bunny.
Interesting.
I've never found turbo lag an issue in either my previous FD or current GD.
It can get off the boil a bit at times depending on what gear I'm in but not to any great extent.
And the GD has a power outlet in the cargo area. :)
I guess that it what I meant. If you do not work the gears, there is a distinct lag. My wife drives it like a rally car and really works the box. Funnily enough she doesnt feel any lag.
Oh and more soundproofing under the carpets would have helped the noise!
:goodjob:
And maybe some Berber carpet. :snigger:
:link: Berber carpet - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berber_carpet)
Now theres a thought. Fitted berber carpets. Should have picked some up last time I was in the desert.
It has to be said that they are really expensive.
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I fitted Berber carpet to my 240k Datsun years ago. It was an off cut from a carpet supplier. I under laid it with foam, made a huge difference to the appearance and comfort.
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I fitted Berber carpet to my 240k Datsun years ago. It was an off cut from a carpet supplier. I under laid it with foam, made a huge difference to the appearance and comfort.
Did it move every few days and park itself in the dunes :D
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No, it floated on air, it was a magic carpet. :D
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On a serious note, I wonder how hard it would be to loosen the carpet, slide some more soundproofing in and seal it without it looking disturbed?
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There are products (eg Dynamat) that can be used, but Alan Ho's experience with it or something similar, from memory, didn't provide the expected results in noise reduction.
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Some form of quality soundproofing material would probably help, but I suspect that the major noise intrudes into the cabin through the door seals. This is why the soundproofing doesn't provide the anticipated benefit that most would expect. Small cars naturally have their doors and seals very close to the tyres. Some form of testing is required to prove this theory.
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It is normal for the heater in a diesel to take a while to heat up.. :cool:
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:whsaid: :goodjob:
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I very Rarely use the heater in my cars, the last Falcon Ute i had i never used the heater for three years, then needed it once & it never worked :lol:.
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I very Rarely use the heater in my cars, the last Falcon Ute i had i never used the heater for three years, then needed it once & it never worked :lol:.
:brilliant:
Sounds about right! :lol:
A girl I used to work with had a FORD Focus and was always complaining how the Cruise control never worked properly... She gave up trying to get it fixed under warranty.. AND her HUSBAND was the Service Manager at the local Ford Dealer at the time! :rofl: :rofl:
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I very Rarely use the heater in my cars, the last Falcon Ute i had i never used the heater for three years, then needed it once & it never worked :lol:.
:brilliant:
Sounds about right! :lol:
A girl I used to work with had a FORD Focus and was always complaining how the Cruise control never worked properly... She gave up trying to get it fixed under warranty.. AND her HUSBAND was the Service Manager at the local Ford Dealer at the time! :rofl: :rofl:
never owned a Focus as i owned a Ford Escort, one pommie Ford in a life time is enough.
cruise control worked great on my V8 ute used it a lot
but a mate of mine has always had Fords & no complaints, they are on there second Focus diesel this one is the new titanium nice car & performs strong they do high k's fast, the first Focus was 09 i think & almost 200,000k trouble free when they sold it to buy the new one was only three years old too
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Don't mind the look of the new focus .. an ST would be nice! :goodjob:
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I don't like the H7 globes blowing all the time
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I don't like the H7 globes blowing all the time
We suspect it is an earthing issue. There is a fix available but it is a well kept secret unfortunately... :undecided:
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I didn't know the H7 bulbs kept blowing. Sounds like I need to have some spares handy.
Is there any more info on this?
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I didn't know the H7 bulbs kept blowing. Sounds like I need to have some spares handy.
Is there any more info on this?
:link: Constant Headlight Blows (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=6124.msg164744#msg164744)
:link: Constant Headlight Blows (2) (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=10074.msg114798#msg114798)
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In five years of i30 ownership, I've only ever had one blow.
And that was a brake light.
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In five years of i30 ownership, I've only ever had one blow.
And that was a brake light.
well ....Just aren't you the lucky one..... :snigger:
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In five years of i30 ownership, I've only ever had one blow.
And that was a brake light.
That's because you are an ex cop and scared to go out after dark! :D
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:snigger:
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only one thing i'm not sure about
keeping it in a straight line at 60mph and above..i seem to have to keep correcting the steering..maybe it's the winter tyres bedding in...
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That's the way these GD's drive, they feel floaty but it's all caused by the electronic steering rack.
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makes over taking on a narrow road quite hard..what's the best setting to have it on u all rekon? i have it on normal just now
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I just leave mine on normal also, comfort is way to light and sport highlights more of the steering correction feel but you do get more used to it in time though.
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ok cool
what's the biggest rims u can fit to these babies?
no pimping lol the 15 inch look kinda small...
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Are they 15's over there :undecided: they have 16's here and 17's on the SR.
I've got 18x8 on mine but being yours is more for family purposes I think so you wouldn't want bigger than 17's
You can see the rims in the Gallery tab at the top of the page or my whole epic long thread on my deciding of wheels :link: New Rims (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=32051.0)
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cheers just seen some
will check out some 17's then...15 is just too small lol..i would like matt black wheels...
i'll check online now how much
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http://www.alloywheels.com/search.asp?strSize=17%22&strSort=Low&pos=1&Make=Hyundai&Model=i30 (http://www.alloywheels.com/search.asp?strSize=17%22&strSort=Low&pos=1&Make=Hyundai&Model=i30)
wot ya all rekon from these?
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Which one's? I see 15 pages of wheels.
I'd say pick several you like and start your own topic about it as this ones steering away from the original topic matter.
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The dealerships :whistler:
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
So you don't like this?
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makes over taking on a narrow road quite hard..what's the best setting to have it on u all rekon? i have it on normal just now
Sorry, this quote should put it into context
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makes over taking on a narrow road quite hard..what's the best setting to have it on u all rekon? i have it on normal just now
Sorry, this quote should put it into context
Thought so but read as stand alone may put off potential buyers
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The only thing I am not impressed about my on my i30 is the Nav system. It is always saying to turn left when I know I should be turning right. The other day it was showing to turn left on a road that was not even there. Tom Tom was much more reliable. Shortly after getting the car and realizing the Nav system was not up to scratch the dealer did a supposedly update but it is still the same. I now use a map. :disapp:
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
ok will leave it on that setting...my company van was unstable with new winter tyres fitted..after a few thousand km's it's fine now..feels the same with the new car..hoping it's this coz overtaking trucks on narrow roads is scary
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If I was scared of overtaking trucks on a narrow road - I wouldn't do it.................. :whistler: :evil: :goodjob2:
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
overtaking trucks on narrow roads is scary
Surely it can't be that bad. My Jeep is 4" lift, big mud tyres, no sway bars and I'm happy to pass anything.
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
overtaking trucks on narrow roads is scary
Surely it can't be that bad. My Jeep is 4" lift, big mud tyres, no sway bars and I'm happy to pass anything.
Even wind? :undecided:
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Ive found comfort tracks truest at speed.
overtaking trucks on narrow roads is scary
Surely it can't be that bad. My Jeep is 4" lift, big mud tyres, no sway bars and I'm happy to pass anything.
Even wind? :undecided:
Especially wind. Wife gets in the Jeep and says "yep this is a mans car" lol
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:lol:
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Mine's an i30 Estate / Wagon / Sw. Registered August 2010. Note, then, that I'm not talking about a new Hyundai.
My gripe is with NVH: Hyundai simply hasn't addressed this properly in the vehicle I have. On anything but a "silent" stretch of motorway -- the sections with the latest type of road construction -- the din from the road surface is much, much too intrusive. (And no, please don't tell me it's the tyres: we've just changed our Hancocks, Hankooks, wotever they were, for Goodyear Premiums with a 68dB rating, and the upshot is: no audible difference at all.) The suspension's not up there with the class leaders, either: too hard for our tastes, too lacking in absorption on anything but the smoothest roads. Drive a bog standard Ford Escort in comparison and the Hyundai's absence of refinement is immediately apparent -- our son's 1999 Ford Mondeo provides a better ride and a more refined travel experience. . . and it has done 112,000 miles.
Brick-bats, however, are unfair if plaudits aren't given where due, and on the plus side our i30 has been totally reliable, is deceptively spacious (the longer wheelbase makes for a huge difference in rear seat accommodation) whilst remaining relatively compact, is a great little load carrier (though the lack of fold-flat rear seats is a minor irritant), and is notable for good suppression of both wind noise and engine noise. As for that 1.6 diesel engine: oh, gosh, a little cracker, gutsy yet smooth, a real gem and not too shabby on mpg, either (though absolutely nothing like the fantasy figures claimed by Hyundai -- but then, Hyundai's no different from any other manufacturer, so no, I'm not criticising the "official" consumption figures here: some people believe in fairies at the bottom of the garden, some others believe in motor manufacturer claims: far be it from anyone to slag off innocent fantasies.)
The key question surely is: would be buy another Hyundai? Answer is: we'd certainly short-list it. And that, surely, is a commendation in itself. (Oh, and because old age means I'm a bit amnesiac, t'other key question is: if we somehow 'lost' our Hyundai tomorrow, would we miss it? Answer: you betcha we would.)
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The only thing that can be said for official consumption figures is that the tests are performed according to stringent rules and provide a level playing field for manufacturers. They are only useful when comparing to other vehicles of similar design, never to be expected in real life though. The big irritant for me is when theses figures are used in vehicle advertising to flog their product, it should be disallowed IMO.
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:Agoodpost: Flyyte (nice to see you on the site) :goodjob:
While I can't argue with your road noise complaint (one of the reasons I traded my first CRDi) I will say in defence of Hyundai that the equivalent (2008) Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer and several other models had similar or worse levels of road noise.
I quite like/liked the ride handling compromise of the FDi30. I like the way it feels secure and stable (like a larger car) in most situations. :cool:
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The only thing that can be said for official consumption figures is that the tests are performed according to stringent rules and provide a level playing field for manufacturers. They are only useful when comparing to other vehicles of similar design, never to be expected in real life though. The big irritant for me is when theses figures are used in vehicle advertising to flog their product, it should be disallowed IMO.
as I have said before about not liking the fuel consumption of the GD. I know that they don't do road test for fuel consumption and revert to 20 seconds on a dyno to work it out. I also know that when you see the official fuel consumption figures you add 1.4 l/100 to it........but the one thing I cannot understand is why the fuel consumption on a FD auto petrol is better than a GD auto petrol......what are the two extra gears for on the GD ....... :confused:
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Just goes to show how good the old 2ltr motors were
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I wish there was a way to measure your performance against a few similar vehicles. Could it be that you have a small problem somewhere. It does seem unusual to add 2 gears and NOT obtain a fuel consumption improvement.
With the extra 2 gears, I wonder whether the torque converter is not achieving lock up as often as the 4 speed does.
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Interesting comments.
I agree with the noise part, but not the ride, but then I also agree with Dazz about the comparison with other cars.
And I agree with Neptune about the petrol consumption difference.
I also agree with Phil and Cruiserfield.
I'm just an agreeable kind of guy. :)
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I'm like Dave, sometimes I even agree to disagree! :eek:
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:agreed:
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.I quite like/liked the ride handling compromise of the FDi30. I like the way it feels secure and stable (like a larger car) in most situations. :cool:
:whsaid:
And, yet easy to "squeeze in" when parking :D
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Indeed, Firty is Tardis-like in her dimensions, semmingly larger inside than outside. What I don't like is that I will never be able to upgrade to a new FD in the future. :blubber:
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Indeed, Firty is Tardis-like in her dimensions, semmingly larger inside than outside. What I don't like is that I will never be able to upgrade to a new FD in the future. :blubber:
Go the GD, Gonz, they're a great thing. :)
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Go the GD, Gonz, they're a great thing. :)
Funny, today in the CostCo carpark, Mrs G said 'That's a nice car' - it was a red GD with racing stripes. :lol:
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Go the GD, Gonz, they're a great thing. :)
Funny, today in the CostCo carpark, Mrs G said 'That's a nice car' - it was a red GD with racing stripes. :lol:
I'm so glad I changed, and I loved my FD.
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Indeed, Firty is Tardis-like in her dimensions, semmingly larger inside than outside. What I don't like is that I will never be able to upgrade to a new FD in the future. :blubber:
I still amaze guys at the beach where I slide my 9'6" surfboard out from inside the cabin of my FD.
And the guy at the transport depot who couldn't believe I was going to fit all the cartons my daughter had shipped back from Darwin.
When I finished loading he just nodded respectfully at me and grinned.
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No DAB radio, and no option to retrofit one with Hyundai's approval.
.....and thats it....the i30 punches above its weight in all other respects as far as I'm concerned. The guy who owns my local dealership asked me the burning question.."would you buy another?", and yes, yes I would. Without hesitation. :goodjob2:
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Was at the local dealer just before Christmas.
I told him that because they've build this car so damn good it would be another few years before he can sell me a new one.... :happydance: .. I mean, it's only just turned 7 years old.. :mrgreen:
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Just as a matter of interest: what is the difference between the acronymic denominations (ye gods, I'm amazed I could even spell that) that I regularly encounter here?
I don't know if my 2010 UK registered i.30 Estate is an FD, a GD, a GT, or a HD Hyundai (though if the latter, reception's not very good.)
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Just as a matter of interest: what is the difference between the acronymic denominations (ye gods, I'm amazed I could even spell that) that I regularly encounter here?
I don't know if my 2010 UK registered i.30 Estate is an FD, a GD, a GT, or a HD Hyundai (though if the latter, reception's not very good.)
FD is the first generation i30 My 2007-2012
GD is second generation, current shape, 2012-->
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BIG thanks, Asterix: the speedy clarification is appreciated. Just a thought, then: given that the FD generation had a life-span of 5 years, does that mean the GD generation represents a significant improvement on its predecessor? I'm not being critical of our Hyundai i.30 Estate -- far from it -- but wondered if the road noise (NVH) irritant is less of a presence in the successor models. As things stand, we're not fully persuaded that we should stick with Hyundai because of this refinement issue.
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It appears the Hy have made improvements in the GD version, although, not to the satisfaction of our members. Tyre choice is still a very important consideration. My question to you would be what you would consider replacing with. My understanding is that models of the same design are sometimes worse than the Hy model.
In my car, a 1992 Holden, the wheel arches are considerably further forward than the i30, which are very close to the front door seals. If Hy used rubber to rubber contact, I think noise would be improved.
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BIG thanks, Asterix: the speedy clarification is appreciated. Just a thought, then: given that the FD generation had a life-span of 5 years, does that mean the GD generation represents a significant improvement on its predecessor? I'm not being critical of our Hyundai i.30 Estate -- far from it -- but wondered if the road noise (NVH) irritant is less of a presence in the successor models. As things stand, we're not fully persuaded that we should stick with Hyundai because of this refinement issue.
Hi again Flyyte.. We recently traded Trish's 2010 (MY11) FD 2.0 Manual Petrol CW for a 2014 GD Tourer (1.6 GDi Manual) It is a bit quieter and slightly better finished. In my opinion it is a definite improvement (incrementally) in most areas although she finds the 1.6 petrol motor a bit less zippy around town. Good pull on the highway though!
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It appears the Hy have made improvements in the GD version, although, not to the satisfaction of our members. Tyre choice is still a very important consideration. My question to you would be what you would consider replacing with. My understanding is that models of the same design are sometimes worse than the Hy model.
In my car, a 1992 Holden, the wheel arches are considerably further forward than the i30, which are very close to the front door seals. If Hy used rubber to rubber contact, I think noise would be improved.
<b>Phil:</b> thanks for that. But ah, such a difficult question re likely replacement for our i30. I'm thinking we might need to look at a 2-year-old Ford Mondeo (for example) or a Mercedes C Class. Something like that. We've traveled (not driven) in both recently and in terms of ride quality and refinement they seemed pretty good. Actually, refinement does seem to have come on apace with other manufacturers: I drove a newish Ford Fiesta not long back and though it was too small for our needs, it was surprisingly refined. I guess we'd have to shop around when the time came. To be honest, what I think I'd most miss about our i30 is that it's a character. Seriously. She was too new when we got her to evidence much in the way of personality but as time has gone by, that astonishing (well, to me it is) diesel engine has slackened off and become a revelation: a 'pocket rocket', as someone once described it. Getting the same kick / vitality from another car isn't going to be easy . . .
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Hi Dazzler: that's really helpful, you know? Big thanks. I'm much more drawn to incremental improvement rather than the oft-touted revolutionary which then turn out to be little more than marketing hype. Another i30 would be very much on our shopping list, next time around, but it's good to learn of others' experiences by way of educating yourself in what you're proposing to buy. (Hey: I guess I'd miss the diesel, too . . . Vroom, vroom!)
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....that astonishing diesel engine has slackened off and become a revelation: a 'pocket rocket', as someone once described it. Getting the same kick / vitality from another car isn't going to be easy . . .
:whsaid: :goodjob2:
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I don't like my i30 anymore because...
I like driving her too much :mrgreen:
21'000km since 6 June 2014 and loving every kilometer. Plus, There are some awesome folks on this forum that make the ownership just that much more enjoyable :goodjob:
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Almost a disappointment to reach your destination :happydance: :lol: ?
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Almost a disappointment to reach your destination :happydance: :lol: ?
Exactly, I struggle to get out some days :p
My boss always asks why I take so long to get to my jobs. A few kilometers here and there never hurt anyone... :whistler:
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There will come a facelifted i30 soon. Will be interesting to find out if they have improved the sound deadening as well.
Looking forward to see it at the local dealer...
:link: 2015 Hyundai i30 face-lift revealed - engines, spec and release date - What Car? (http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/2015-hyundai-i30-face-lift-revealed-engines-spec-release-date/1325956)
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Plus, There are some awesome folks on this forum that make the ownership just that much more enjoyable :goodjob:
:whsaid:
It's true though. I'll bet there's many a marque and many a manufacturer which isn't enhanced -- because it is enhanced -- by the presence of online communities financed at no cost to the manufacturer and peopled by folks who generously give of their time and their expertise to helping others. (Bet there aren't many, either, characterised by the same sense of humour.)
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I've driven straight past my destination because I enjoy driving the car so much. :whistler:
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Yesterday I opted to order a spare part for our gas cooktop from a shopfront in preference to a web purchase and delivery, just to drive Firty. :lol:
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Yesterday I opted to order a spare part for our gas cooktop from a shopfront in preference to a web purchase and delivery, just to drive Firty. :lol:
:goodjob:
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:lol: :backontopic:
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:-[
I won't be able to take Firty to Indonesia with me. :blubber:
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Y not
C130, you sit in car, comfortable seats, sound system, what more could you want.
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Just not practical. I'll be spending this year deciding between selling her or storing her for a year. :blubber:
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I've had my i30 for nearly 4 years now. The lease ends in November.
So, I'll post a list of what I don't like about it. Maybe it'll help me make up my mind whether to keep it (pay out the lease), extend the lease for one more year or to sell it.
No mute button on steering wheel
Traction control, if it's working properly, is quite violent in its application
Need to hold clutch in when starting. (I'm not into nanny-state stuff)
Power outlet (formerly called cigarette lighters) doesn't work with ignition off
Fair bit of road noise - but then, it IS a sub $25k car
Heater takes twenty years to warm up, longer if it's actually cold out
That's about it, really. In other words, there, for me, are no serious shortcomings of the vehicle. But what will probably affect my decision in November is that my wife has difficulties climbing in and out of it. Her car is a full sized "SUV", a Holden Captiva (for our Euro/UK friends, similar to the Santa Fe).
So, if it goes, we'll probably consider an ix35 next.
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I've had my i30 for nearly 4 years now. The lease ends in November.
So, I'll post a list of what I don't like about it. Maybe it'll help me make up my mind whether to keep it (pay out the lease), extend the lease for one more year or to sell it.
No mute button on steering wheel
Traction control, if it's working properly, is quite violent in its application
Need to hold clutch in when starting. (I'm not into nanny-state stuff)
Power outlet (formerly called cigarette lighters) doesn't work with ignition off
Fair bit of road noise - but then, it IS a sub $25k car
Heater takes twenty years to warm up, longer if it's actually cold out
That's about it, really. In other words, there, for me, are no serious shortcomings of the vehicle. But what will probably affect my decision in November is that my wife has difficulties climbing in and out of it. Her car is a full sized "SUV", a Holden Captiva (for our Euro/UK friends, similar to the Santa Fe).
So, if it goes, we'll probably consider an ix35 next.
Very fair summary! Been a while since I've driven an FD but I thought holding the Mode button paused (muted) the audio?
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There's a mute button on the GD wheel.
Greatest invention ever when those annoying ads come on the radio.
Noise slightly better but still an issue in the GD.
Seldom get to use traction control. I did recently when I was trying to catch up to someone in the pouring rain but I didn't find it intrusive.
Heater works well in my diesel.
Still need to hold clutch in when starting (but, I'm led to believe, this is not the case in an automatic :mrgreen:).
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Just have to press your brake pedal on the auto when starting the petrol engine, not sure if it is the same on the auto diesel.
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No, just insert key, wait for glow plugs to heat up and then crank the engine, in the FD.
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Extremely poor visibility at the A pillar and when looing over the shoulder when overtaking or changing lanes.
Road noise.
After only 1 weeks ownership thats it :)
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Definately the A pillar.
Funnily my wife always complained about the A pillar in our old car being way to thick (Dodge Caliber) but now she only complains about the gear lever.
But it has to do with stiffness of the car. And if it rolls, the roof won't cave in as easily.
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Definately the A pillar.
Funnily my wife always complained about the A pillar in our old car being way to thick (Dodge Caliber) but now she only complains about the gear lever.
But it has to do with stiffness of the car. And if it rolls, the roof won't cave in as easily.
I looked at a number of cars before buying the i30 and many had the same issue. Must be the way they build cars these days.
One salesman said a larger A pillar gave strength in an accident. Ironic really that such poor visibility could cause an accident........hey ho.
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Extremely poor visibility at the A pillar and when looing over the shoulder when overtaking or changing lanes.
Road noise.
After only 1 weeks ownership thats it :)
Looing over the shoulder while driving is not allowed in Australia. :snigger:
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Extremely poor visibility at the A pillar and when looing over the shoulder when overtaking or changing lanes.
Road noise.
After only 1 weeks ownership thats it :)
Looing over the shoulder while driving is not allowed in Australia. :snigger:
But looing out the window is OK.
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Yes as long as the rear window is not open.
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But looing out the window is OK.
Reminds me of a New Years Eve road trip I undertook with a couple of "ladies" some years back... :whistler:
Talk about p*ssing into the wind!!! :rofl:
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But looing out the window is OK.
Reminds me of a New Years Eve road trip I undertook with a couple of "ladies" some years back... :whistler:
Talk about p*ssing into the wind!!! :rofl:
I think we need to hear the story behind this :evil:
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It involved a certain "lady" who had been drinking very heavily, needing to relieve herself.
This she did by winding the window down and hanging her posterior out of the window while we were driving at 100kph!
I laughed so hard I nearly ended up relieving myself! :rofl:
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That was no Lady. :rofl:
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who washed the car.....?
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My other lady friend had borrowed it from her "in laws" who she doesn't really like so I suspect it never got washed... :snigger:
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Time to resurrect this thread, me thinks... :victory:
I don't like the crap that passes for chrome on the FD i30 SLX door handles...
I had the passenger side one replaced under warranty but of course now that the car is out of warranty the drivers side handle has turned itself into a knife which threatens to cut my finger every time I open the door... :mad:
When you have a close look you can see there's some kind of seam near the edge of the handle so it's no wonder the chrome ends up lifting...
I can buy a genuine Hyundai handle for $69 off eBay but am I gonna have the same issue down the track? :undecided: :link: Hyundai I30 2007 2011 Genuine Brand NEW Front RH Inner Door Handle IN Crome | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/221785196058?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT)
Or do I save my cash and go for one of these copies? :link: Hyundai I30 2007 2011 Right Hand Front Chrome Inner Door Handle NEW | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181449755433?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT)
Does anyone know how hard it is to remove and refit these handles? :undecided:
Cheers :)
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It involved a certain "lady" who had been drinking very heavily, needing to relieve herself.
This she did by winding the window down and hanging her posterior out of the window while we were driving at 100kph!
I laughed so hard I nearly ended up relieving myself! :rofl:
I am :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked: :Shocked:
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I don't like the crap that passes for chrome on the FD i30 SLX door handles...
...
Does anyone know how hard it is to remove and refit these handles? :undecided:
Scope for a separate thread, methinks :winker:
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We often wonder what happened to our i30 Estate. Because she's gone now.
Things reached the point that the primitive ride and excessive road noise became too much for us, despite the affection we had for the car. We decided to follow many others into contract purchase and so, in July,acquired a new Nissan Qashqai. We've given up on diesel -- this was before Dieselgate broke and VW's fraud was discovered -- because it's doing a damn sight more damage to city life than petrol ever did, and so we have the 1.2 petrol auto. If that seems like a recipe for snail like travel, think again. Overall consumption is 36. Not great, but fine with us.
We were always disappointed that our particular i30 (August 2010) not only didn't have cruise control but that Hyundai always said it would cost a small fortune to fit same. So. . . an i30 with a manual box and no cruise control has been replaced by a Qashqai with a 7-speed auto box and cruise control. We did a 340 mile trip two weeks ago and stepped out of the Qashqai at journey's end feeling like we'd covered a mere 34. The Stop/Start fuel saver works fine, the built in large-screen satnav is superb, the DAB radio superior to our own at home, the front and rear parking sensors excellent and that same large-screen display for the reversing camera, brilliant. It's especially on NVH that the British-built Qashqai shows what a poor job Hyundai made of product refinement. Road and tire noise is down by at least a couple of decibels (which is a LOT) and ride quality, superlative. Driving position's better, too. Finally, there's that gorgeous full length panoramic roof. . . After eight months of ownership we have not a single complaint (and especially not about the sales package, including 3 years free servicing: our Hyundai i30 cost us £620 in 3 years' main dealer servicing and warranty check. Not cheap.)
Ah well. The i30 was OK for us and we were sad when she left us but, well, lack of ride refinement, level of road / tire noise, manual box and absence of cruise control in our model (and I'm talking of a specific model here: ours, not generalising) eventually took their toll on us and a farewell was inevitable. Hopefully Hyundai will increase the quality of its product in line with the way that, in the UK at least, it has kept increasing its retail prices. Up against the Nissan Qashqai though, Hyundai's i35 -- which we were given as an overnight test vehicle by the dealer, and which is obviously class-comparable to the Qashqai whereas the i30 definitely isn't -- was a total no-hoper. Awful ride, poor all around visibility, too much external noise yet AGAIN . . . Hyundai seems to have not a clue about the type of roads we have in the UK or the not unreasonable expectations that UK motorists have of the cars they drive.
Adios amigos, and thanks for the ride.
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Thanks for that! I recently drove a turbo diesel Qashqai and found it fairly average in most departments, but it was a base model and I was driving my top of the range 6 cylinder sedan to and from the yard. I think the replacement for the ix35 (the Tucson) would give the Qashqai a run for its money...
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It's on stands in another country. :blubber: