Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2008ENTOURAGE V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINETIMING COMPONENTSTIMING CHAINSERVICE AND REPAIRWITH ENGINE IN VEHICLE
2008 Hyundai Entourage V6-3.8L
With Engine In Vehicle
2008 Hyundai Entourage V6-3.8LSECTION With Engine In Vehicle
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DESCRIPTION:
For the applicable vehicles equipped with 3.3L and 3.8L V6 engines listed below, this bulletin outlines the revised service procedure to improve serviceability for the removal and replacement of both LH/RH timing chain tensioners. The new procedure does not require that the engine be removed from the vehicle. Accordingly, the updated warranty information has been included.
APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2006MY and later Sonata 3.3L
- 2006MY and later Azera
- 2007MY and later Santa Fe 3.3L
- 2007MY and later Entourage
- 2007MY and later Veracruz 3.8L
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
Refer to Timing Chain Tensioner.
Service and Repair
DESCRIPTION:
For the applicable vehicles equipped with 3.3L and 3.8L V6 engines listed below, this bulletin outlines the revised service procedure to improve serviceability for the removal and replacement of both LH/RH timing chain tensioners. The new procedure does not require that the engine be removed from the vehicle. Accordingly, the updated warranty information has been included.
APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2006MY and later Sonata 3.3L
- 2006MY and later Azera
- 2007MY and later Santa Fe 3.3L
- 2007MY and later Entourage
- 2007MY and later Veracruz 3.8L
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
Refer to Timing Chain Tensioner.
Service and Repair
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.