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.
2016 Hyundai Azera BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair procedures: Removal
- Make sure vehicle does not roll before setting room side shift lever and Automatic Transaxle (AT) side manual control lever to "N" position.
- Remove the battery and the battery tray.
(Refer to "BATTERY ")
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to "AIR CLEANER ")
- Remove the shift cable mounting nut (B).
Tightening torque:
9.8 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)
- Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector (A).
- Remove the manual control lever (B) and the washer after removing a nut (A).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.