Hello, I own 2008 hyundai sonata, white. I bought it base, so now I want to do some changes on it so it can look a bit better. First off I wanted to install new wheels 17, tint my windows, add HID xenon lights and I also wanted to add subwoffers. Wheels and tint windows is number one on my list. I can cancel subs idea. Yes and I was told I have 10 year warranty. Thank you
Why do you need third row seats homie? Are you gonna **** a ***** in the back seat?
for the most part anything you modify will no longer be covered by warranty. I know here recently I have been seeing a ton of new customers in my shop with newer cars because they have made changes on their cars and the dealers are not giving them warranty help. Toyota is getting real bad about it as well as the local Hyundai dealer. Also under Hyundai warranty there are a bunch of hoops that you have to jump to keep the 10 year warranty going in my opinion from what I have heard its sort of a scam read your warranty documents carefully and do everything you are required to to or hyundai will drop your warranty I have seen it numerous times too many to count. Even more so now that the dealers are in bad times with the economy like it is. like I wrote earlier I have been seeing alot of customers that come to us because we are substantially cheaper than the dealers and they have just been denied warranty. With that said I would say your ok with the tinted windows and maybe even your wheels. I would call your selling dealer and speak to the service dept before doing anything if you are worried about warranty implications. The big subs put a heavy load on the electrical system and the wiring for the headlights is not large enough for the HID's and will eventually cause problems so I would guess they will say no on these 2 but like I wrote check first. Head light and tail light cover would be ok but they are illegal in almost every state just so you know and are just another BS reason to pull you over
None of the items that you have mentioned will void the warranty. Only when you start making modifications to the vehicle that would effect the powertrain or emissions or safety systems would there be a problem. Of course you ar not going to be able to go back to the dealer and have them fix a headlight issue that is caused by your HID conversion or have the finish on your wheels covered under their warranty, but I assume you realize that As far as the wheels go as long as the overall diameter of the 17 is the same as the current tire diameter, there shouldn't be a problem. Besides most warranties don't cover friction material of the brake sytem anyhow. Sounds like you have no worries
The most important thing when saving money is having a goal, you have one already. Next you will need a job. It doesn't matter really what job you get. At age 16 you won't be earning much. What is crucial, however, is your discipline. It is very easy to spend money on crap you don't need. If you have someone you trust, you can have them hold a substantial amount of your paycheck every month. Or get a CD, or money market account from your bank. It sounds like your focused and on the right track. Remember your goal and stay disciplined. Good Luck, kiddo!!!
Tinting your windows will not void any thing. Howecer increasing the size of rolling stock will. Oversized wheel will stress the brakes, powertrain and suspension components, all of which are covered under some part of Hyundai warr. Any thing you do to the drivetrain or electrical system will void you warranty. The only 2 ways around it is to undo anything done prior to going in to dealership ever. Or go through the parts department for approved factory optional upgrades.
