Anti-lag system issues affected all three Hyundais in Monte Carlo, with Tanak hit the worst by the problem that team principal Cyril Abiteboul admitted was exacerbated by the 2019 world champion’s driving style.
Hyundai has since identified the issue but it is likely the problem will only be completely rectified through the homologation of new software which Hyundai plans to have in place in time for the next asphalt rally in Croatia in April.
However, due to the nature of the snow covered roads in Sweden, Hyundai and Tanak are confident the issue won’t be a factor this weekend.
“Normally it should be much less of an issue. It is quite cold here and much faster so it shouldn’t be a drama,” Tanak told Autosport.
Abiteboul added: “We managed to understand the problem and it is a real problem. It is not like it is because of the way he is driving, yes, it is more visible on his car because of the way he is driving, but it is a problem that needs to be addressed on our side.
“It will be addressed but it probably requires the homologation of a new software which could not take place before Sweden.
Source: Autosport