2022 Hyundai Elantra N Clutch Disc Inspection and Repair

Important Warnings

Hyundai has issued specific instructions for dealers regarding this service campaign:

• Dealers must perform this service campaign on all affected vehicles prior to customer retail delivery and whenever an affected vehicle is in the shop for any maintenance or repair.
• When a vehicle arrives at the Service Department, access the "Vehicle Information" screen via WEBDCS to identify open Campaigns.

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2022 Hyundai Elantra N vehicles may experience issues related to premature clutch wear. This condition stems from the clutch disc being installed in the reverse direction, which reduces the necessary clearance between the disc and the pressure plate. While no specific dashboard warnings are noted, increased wear could lead to clutch slippage or difficulty engaging gears over time.

Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions

The primary diagnostic step for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N clutch disc issue involves inspecting the clutch disc for proper orientation. Technicians will remove the manual transmission assembly to gain access to the clutch disc. The inspection focuses on identifying the "T/M SIDE" marking on the clutch disc. If this marking is visible, the clutch disc is installed correctly, and no further repair is needed for this specific issue. If the "T/M SIDE" marking is not visible, it indicates the clutch disc is installed incorrectly, requiring the repair procedure.

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N clutch disc issue involves a detailed process to correct the clutch disc orientation. Initially, the manual transmission assembly is removed from the vehicle. The clutch disc is then inspected for the "T/M SIDE" marking. If the marking is not visible, indicating incorrect installation, the clutch disc and cover are removed.

Before reinstalling the clutch disc, grease is carefully applied to the disc spline and transmission input shaft spline. A special service tool (SST), the CLUTCH DISC GUIDE (part number 09411-1P000), is used to ensure the clutch disc is reinstalled with the "T/M SIDE" visibly facing out. The clutch cover bolts are then evenly tightened to a torque of 18.1 – 26.0 lb-ft (24.5 – 35.3 Nm). Finally, the manual transmission is reinstalled, and a slave cylinder bleeding procedure is performed to complete the service.

Required Tools or Parts

To perform the inspection and repair for the Hyundai Elantra N clutch disc, specific tools and parts are required:

• CLUTCH DISC GUIDE (SST): Part Number 09411-1P000. This special tool is essential for correctly orienting the clutch disc during reinstallation.
• Causal Part: 41200-24050. This part number is associated with the clutch assembly in the warranty claim.

Owner Action

If you own a 2022 Hyundai Elantra N equipped with a manual transmission and produced before December 6, 2021, it is recommended to contact your authorized Hyundai dealer. This service campaign, identified as 22-01-027H or T8B, will be performed free of charge. The dealer will inspect your Hyundai Elantra N clutch disc and perform the necessary repair if the clutch disc is found to be installed incorrectly. You can also check for open campaigns on your vehicle by providing your VIN to a service department or using Hyundai's online resources.

NHTSA ID: 10210204