ok so, update time..
i just replaced the input speed sensor about an hour ago, it took about 20 minutes (tops) to install
i followed the picture instructions posted by Brett W., they were super easy to follow
i've noticed that some of the jerking is still there but now i am going into fourth gear
as of now i'm pretty pleased with the results, hopefully it'll stay this way!!
if you're reading this and find that you've had the same issue, you could try to change the input sensor... the obd2 tool gave me 4 codes, (P0755, P0715, P0765, P1529)
(the picture-instructions which show the location of the input sensors are titled dtc_p0715_repair_01)
i would try to search this forum
judging from the number of posts that i've read... it seems as though overheating and hard down shifting (not going into fourth gear) is a common problem with the 01 2.0L Elantras
if you need to replace your rad, i would recommend cooldirect.ca, i got the rad next day (you can call them and ask for an eta), this cost me $168 w/ shipping to Ontario, Canada
if you need the speed sensor, i would recommend fourgreen.com, i recieved the sensors in 4-5 days, i got the input and output sensors (two different sensors, they are compatible with 01-07 elantras) they cost me $107 w/ shipping
the dealer quoted me $342 for the rad and about $240 for each sensor
also, you can download the haynes manual for 01 elantras from torrentz.com, search the keywords 'Hyundai Elantra 1996 2001 Haynes Repair Manual'
if everything stays good, i'll try to post a follow up in about a week
if not... i'll be back a lot sooner asking for help
thanks all! (IMG:
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