It's the sole responsibility of your 2011 Hyundai Sonata starter to get the engine running. It does so by spinning the engine to initiate the car's combustion process. Your car is of no use at all if it won't start, and it's possible that the starter has failed. Fortunately, AutoZone has new car starters for all makes and models including the Hyundai Sonata to get you back on the road quickly.

How a Car Starter Works

The starter is a compact yet durable electric motor. When the ignition key is turned, a circuit is completed in the starter solenoid. A small gear on an extendable shaft meshes with the teeth on the flywheel and forcefully turns it, then retracts when you stop turning the key. It requires a serious amount of electrical energy to turn the engine, and it's fed by 12-volt power from the battery itself.

Symptoms of a Bad Starter

Few components on a car are as dependable as a starter. However, it can eventually fail due to wear and tear, electrical faults, and impact or corrosion. Common signs that a starter is bad include a loud CLUNK when you turn the key, no cranking at all, slow cranking, or a grinding or whirring noise when you try to start the car.

Aside from the starter for 2011 Hyundai Sonata models, components like a bad battery, defective alternator, burnt fuse, or corroded wiring or connectors can cause similar issues. An accurate diagnosis prior to replacement is a good idea.

Best Starter For 2011 Hyundai Sonata

For a starter, 2011 Hyundai Sonata models require a very specific size and configuration. They aren't compatible with starters from other vehicles, so it's important to select one that's designed for your car. There are options including new and remanufactured starters at AutoZone from popular brands like Bosch, Duralast, and Valucraft that fit as good as OEM.

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