brakes Hyundai Accent 2003 User Guide

6. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Engine Compartment ...................................................................... 6-2
General Checks .............................................................................. 6-3
Checking the Engine Oil ................................................................. 6-4
Changing the Oil and Filter ............................................................. 6-5
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................................. 6-6
Spark Plugs .................................................................................... 6-8
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ...................................................... 6-9
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) ...........................................6-10
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic) ................................... 6-11
Checking the Brakes ..................................................................... 6-13
Checking the Clutch Fluid ............................................................. 6-14
Air Conditioning Care .................................................................... 6-14
Changing the Air Filter (For Evaporator and Blower Unit) ........... 6-15
Checking Drive Belts .................................................................... 6-17
Checking and Replacing Fuses .................................................... 6-18
Power Steering Fluid Level ........................................................... 6-20
Replacement of Bulbs .................................................................. 6-22
Fuse Panel Description ................................................................ 6-28
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6- 12 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
While the engine is idling, apply the brakes and
move the gear selector lever from "P" to each of
its other positions -- "R", "N", "D", "2", "L" -- and
then return to "N" or "P". With the engine still
idling:
1. Open the hood, being careful to keep hands,
hair and clothing clear of any moving parts.
2. Remove the transaxle dipstick, wipe it clean,
reinsert the dipstick as far as it will go, then
remove it again. Now check the fluid level on
the dipstick. It should be in the "HOT" range
on the dipstick.3. If the transaxle fluid level is low, use a funnel
to add transaxle fluid through the dipstick
tube until the level reaches the "HOT" range.
Do not overfill.
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Fluid level should be within
"HOT" range
WARNING:The cooling fan is controlled by the engine
coolant temperature and may sometimes op-
erate even when the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working near the
blades of the cooling fan, so that you are not
injured by a rotating fan blade. As the engine
coolant temperature decreases, the fan will
automatically shut off. This is a normal con-
dition.
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G110D02A-AATTo Check the Transaxle Fluid Level
Park the car on level ground with the parking
brake engaged. When the transaxle fluid level is
checked, the transaxle fluid should be at normal
operating temperature and the engine idling.
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6- 13
G120A01A-AATCHECKING THE BRAKES
G120B01A-AATChecking the Brake Fluid LevelCAUTION:
Because brakes are essential to the safe
operation of the car, it is suggested that they
be checked and inspected by your Hyundai
dealer. The brakes should be checked and
inspected for wear at those intervals speci-
fied in the vehicle maintenance schedule in
Section 5.
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WARNING:Use caution when handling brake fluid. It
can damage your vision if it gets into your
eyes. It will also damage your vehicle's paint
if spilled on it and not removed immediately.
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G120D01A-AATTo Check the Fluid Level
G120E02A-AATAdding Brake FluidG120C02A-AATRecommended Brake Fluid
Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications in your braking
system. Follow the instructions printed on the
container.
The fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir should
be checked periodically. The level should be
between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the
side of the reservoir. If the level is at or below
the "MIN" mark, carefully add fluid to bring it up
to "MAX". Do not overfill.
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WARNING:Handle brake fluid carefully. It can damage
your vision if it gets into your eyes. Use only
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification fluid from a
sealed container. Do not allow the fluid can
or reservoir to remain open any longer than
required. This will avoid entry of dirt and
moisture which can damage the brake sys-
tem and cause improper operation.
To add brake fluid, first wipe away any dirt then
unscrew the fluid reservoir cap. Slowly pour the
recommended fluid into the reservoir. Do not
overfill. Carefully replace the cap on the reser-
voir and tighten.
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10- 2 INDEX
Cargo Area Cover .............................................................................1-55
Catalytic Converter ............................................................................. 7-2
Changing a flat tire .............................................................................. 3-6
Child-Protector Rear Door Look ......................................................... 1-5
Child Restraint System .....................................................................1-19
Installing a child restraint seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" system ......................................................1-21
Securing the child restraint seat with the "ISOFIX" system ........1-22
Cigarette Lighter ................................................................................1-45
Clock ................................................................................................1-44
Clutch
Checking fluid ..............................................................................6-14
Pedal free-play .............................................................................6-16
Combination Light
Headlight flasher ..........................................................................1-41
Headlight switch ...........................................................................1-41
High-beam switch ........................................................................1-41
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-40
Turn signal operation ...................................................................1-40
Cooling Fans .....................................................................................6-20
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior ....................................................................... 4-4
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ........................................ 4-2
Washing and waxing ...................................................................... 4-3
D
Defrosting/Defogging .........................................................................1-65
Door
Central door lock ........................................................................... 1-6
Door locks ...................................................................................... 1-4
Locking, unlocking front door with a key ....................................... 1-4 A
Airbag................................................................................................1-26
Air Conditioner
Care .............................................................................................6-14
Operation.....................................................................................1-63
Air Filter (For Evaporator and Blower Unit) .....................................1-64
Antenna.............................................................................................1-83
Ashtray ..............................................................................................1-45
Audio Fault Code ..............................................................................1-80
Audio System
Cassette tape player operation (H245) ........................................1-73
Compact disk player operation (H265) ........................................1-78
Stereo radio operation (H215, H245, H265) .............. 1-68, 1-70, 1-75
Automatic Transaxle ........................................................................... 2-7
Overdrive switch ............................................................................ 2-8
Shift lock release ........................................................................... 2-9
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Battery ...............................................................................................6-19
Bi-Level Heating ................................................................................1-61
Brake
Anti-lock system ..........................................................................2-10
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-13
Fluid.............................................................................................6-13
Pedal clearance ...........................................................................6-17
Pedal free-play .............................................................................6-17
Practices ......................................................................................2-10
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ........................................................... 1-3
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Care of Cassette tapes .....................................................................1-81
Care of Disk ......................................................................................1-81