lock Hyundai Accent 2003 Owner's Guide

1- 30 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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Side Impact Airbag (If Installed)
Your Hyundai is equipped with a side impact
airbag in each front seat. The purpose of the
airbag is to provide the vehicle's driver and/or
the front passenger with additional protection
than that offered by the seat belt alone. The side
impact airbags are designed to deploy only
during certain side impact collisions, depending
on the crash severity, angle, speed and point of
impact. The side impact airbags are not de-
signed to deploy in all side impact situations.
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WARNING:o When the SRS is activated, there may
be a loud noise and fine dust will be
released throughout the vehicle. These
conditions are normal and are not haz-
ardous. However, the fine dust gener-
ated during airbag deployment may
cause skin irritation. Wash your hands
and face thoroughly with lukewarm wa-
ter and a mild soap after an accident in
which the airbags were deployed.
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Passenger's Airbag
B240B05L
WARNING:o The SRS can function only when the
ignition key is in the "ON" position. If
the SRS SRI does not come on, or
continuously remains on, after flash-
ing for about 6 seconds when the igni-
tion key is turned to the "ON" position,
or after the engine is started, comes on
while driving, the SRS is not working
properly. If this occurs, have your vehi-
cle immediately inspected by your
Hyundai dealer.
o Before you replace a fuse or discon-
nect a battery terminal, turn the igni-
tion key to the "LOCK" position or
remove the ignition key. Never remove
or replace the air bag related fuse(s)
when the ignition key is in the "ON"
position. Failure to heed this warning
will cause the SRS SRI to illuminate.

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!WARNING:o For best protection from the side im-
pact airbag system and to avoid being
injured by the deploying side impact
airbag, both front seat occupants
should sit in an upright position with
the seat belt properly fastened. The
driver's hands should be placed on the
steering wheel at the 9:00 and 3:00
o'clock positions.
The passenger's arms and hands should
be placed in their laps.
o Do not use any accessory seat covers.
o Use of seat covers could reduce or pre-
vent the effectiveness of the system.
o Do not install any accessories on the side
or near the side impact airbag.
o Do not use excessive force on the side of
the seat.
o Do not place any objects over the airbag
or between the airbag and yourself.
o Do not place any objects (an umbrella,
bag, etc.) between the front door and the
front seat. Such objects may become dan-
gerous projectiles and cause injury if the
supplemental side impact airbag inflates.
o To prevent unexpected deployment of the
side impact air bag that may result in
personal injury, avoid impact to the side
impact airbag sensor when the ignition
key is on.
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Side airbag
sensor
WARNING:o The side impact airbag is supplemental to
the driver's and the passenger's three
point seat belt systems and is not a sub-
stitute for them. Therefore your seat belts
must be worn at all times while the ve-
hicle is in motion. The airbags deploy
only in certain side impact conditions
severe enough to cause significant injury
to the vehicle occupants.
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SRS Care
o The SRS is virtually maintenance free and
there are no parts you can safely service by
yourself. The entire SRS system must be
inspected by an authorized Hyundai dealer
in 10 years after the date that the vehicle
was manufactured.
o Any work on the SRS system, such as
removing, installing, repairing, or any work
on the steering wheel must be performed by
a qualified Hyundai technician. Improper han-
dling of the airbag system may result in
serious personal injury.
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SRS (AIRBAG) SERVICE RE-
MINDER INDICATOR (SRI)
The SRS service reminder indicator (SRI) comes
on and flashes for about 6 seconds after the
ignition key is turned to the "ON" position or
after the engine is started, after which it will go
out.
This light also comes on when the SRS is not
working properly. If the SRI does not come on,
or continuously remains on after flashing for
about 6 seconds when you turned the ignition
key to the "ON" position or started the engine,
or if it comes on while driving, have the SRS
inspected by an authorized Hyundai Dealer.
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ABS SERVICE REMINDER IN-
DICATOR (SRI) (If Installed)
When the key is turned to the "ON" position, the
Anti-Lock Brake System SRI will come on and
then go off in a few seconds. If the ABS SRI
remains on, comes on while driving, or does not
come on when the key is turned to the "ON"
position, this indicates that there may be a
problem with the ABS.
If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by
your Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. The
normal braking system will still be operational,
but without the assistance of the anti-lock brake
system.
WARNING:If both ABS SRI and Parking Brake/Brake fluid
level warning lights remain "ON" or come on
while driving, there may be a problem with
E.B.D (Electronic Brake Force Distribution).
If this occurs, avoid sudden stops and have
your vehicle checked by your Hyundai dealer
as soon as possible.
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT
The high beam indicator light comes on when-
ever the headlights are switched to the high
beam or flash position.
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O/D OFF INDICATOR
(Automatic Transaxle only)
When the overdrive switch is turned on, the
overdrive off indicator will go out. This amber
indicator will be illuminated when the overdrive
switch is turned off (Auto T/A only).
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TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR
LIGHTS
The blinking green arrow on the instrument
panel shows the direction indicated by the turn
signals. If the arrow comes on but does not
blink, blinks more rapidly than normal, or does
not blink at all, a malfunction in the turn signal
system is indicated. Your dealer should be con-
sulted for repairs.
B260G01A-AAT
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING
LIGHT
CAUTION:If the oil pressure warning light stays on while
the engine is running, serious engine damage
may result. The oil pressure warning light
comes on whenever there is insufficient oil
pressure. In normal operation, it should come
on when the ignition switch is turned on, then
go out when the engine is started. If the oil
pressure warning light stays on while the
engine is running, there is a serious malfunc-
tion.
If this happens, stop the car as soon as it is
safe to do so, turn off the engine and check the
oil level. If the oil level is low, fill the engine oil
to the proper level and start the engine again.
If the light stays on with the engine running,
turn the engine off immediately. In any in-
stance where the oil light stays on when the
engine is running, the engine should be
checked by a Hyundai dealer before the car is
driven again.
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DIGITAL CLOCK (If Installed)
There are three control buttons for the digital
clock. Their functions are:
HOUR - Push "H" to advance the hour indicat-
ed.
MI
N - Push "M" to advance the minute indicat-
ed.
RESET - Push "R" to reset minutes to ":00" to
facilitate resetting the clock to the correct time.
When this is done:
Pressing "R" between 10 : 30 and 11 : 29
changes the readout to 11 : 00. Pressing "R"
between 11 : 30 and 12 : 29 changes the
readout to 12 : 00.
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FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
(If Installed)
To turn on the front fog lights, push the switch.
They will light when the headlight switch is in
the first or second position and the key is in the
"ON" position.
CAUTION:Do not clean the inner side of the rear window
glass with an abrasive type of glass cleaner or
use a scraper to remove foreign deposits from
the inner surface of the glass as this may
cause damage to the defroster elements.
NOTE:The ignition must be in the "ON" position
for the rear window defroster to operate.
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PARKING BRAKE
Always engage the parking brake before leaving
the car. This also turns on the parking brake
indicator light when the key is in the "ON" or
"START" position. Before driving away, be sure
that the parking brake is fully released and the
indicator light is off.
o To engage the parking brake, pull the lever
up as far as possible.
o To release the parking brake, pull up the
lever and press the thumb button. Then,
while holding the button in, lower the brake
lever.
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HIGH-MOUNTED REAR STOP LIGHT
(If Installed)
In addition to the lower-mounted rear stop lights
on either side of the car, the high mounted rear
stop light in the center of the rear window or
inserted in the rear spoiler also lights when the
brakes are applied.
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HOOD RELEASE
1 . Pull the release knob to unlatch the hood.
2. Push the safety catch lever to the left and lift
the hood.
3. Hold the hood open with the support rod.
Before closing the hood, return the support rod
to its clip to prevent it from rattling. Lower the
hood until it is about 1 ft. (30 cm) above the
closed position and let it drop. Make sure that it
locks into place.

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The fuel-filler lid may be opened from inside the
vehicle by pulling up on the fuel-filler lid opener
located on the front floor area on the left side of
the car.
NOTE:If the fuel-filler lid will not open because ice
has formed around it, tap lightly or push on
the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do
not pry on the lid. If necessary, spray around
the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do not
use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle
to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.
WARNING:o The fuel cap must be tightened at least 3
clicks, otherwise " " light will illumi-
nate.
o Gasoline vapors are dangerous. Before
refueling, always stop the engine and
never allow sparks or open flames near
the filler area. If you need to replace the
filler cap, use a genuine Hyundai replace-
ment part.
o If you open the fuel filler cap during high
ambient temperatures, a slight "pressure
sound" may be heard. This is normal and
not a cause for concern.
Whenever you open the fuel filler cap,
turn it slowly.
o Make sure the fuel filler cap is replaced
and securely seated after fueling. Failure
to replace or fully seat the fuel filler cap
will result in fuel vapors escaping into the
atmosphere and the check engine (MIL)
indicator " " illuminating.
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
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TRUNK LID (4 DOOR)
Remote Trunk Lid Release
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To open the trunk lid without using the key, pull
up the lid release lever.
To close, lower the trunk lid, then press down on
it until it locks. To be sure the trunk lid is
securely fastened, always try to pull it up again.
WARNING:The trunk lid should always be kept com-
pletely closed while the vehicle is in motion. If
it is left open or ajar, poisonous exhaust
gases may enter the car resulting in serious
illness or death to the occupants. See addi-
tional warnings concerning exhaust gases on
page 2-2.
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To Unlock Using the Key.
To open the trunk lid, insert the key and turn it
clockwise to unlock. The luggage compartment
light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened.
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Tailgate (3 DOOR)
To open the tailgate, unlock it by turning the key
clockwise, then pull the outside handle toward
you.
To close, lower the tailgate and shut firmly to
engage the latch. Lock the tailgate by turning the
key counterclockwise.
B540B02E-AAT
Trunk Lid Emergency Latch Release
Your vehicle is equipped with a glow-in-the dark
emergency trunk release lever located inside
the trunk. It will glow after the trunk is closed.
When pulled, this lever will release the trunk
latch mechanism and open the trunk.
NOTE:o If a person is locked in the trunk by one's
own will or by another person or by acci-
dent, pull the emergency trunk release
lever on the driver's side of the inside
panel of the trunk. This will open the
trunk lid.
o HYUNDAI recommends that cars be kept
locked and keys be kept out of the reach
of children, and that parents teach their
children about the dangers of playing in
trunks.
WARNING:Parents should teach children about the emer-
gency trunk release lever in their vehicle and
how to open the trunk lid if they are acciden-
tally locked in the trunk.
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If the vehicle is equipped with central door
locking, the tailgate can be locked without a key.
Push the central door lock switch toward the
front of the vehicle after closing the tailgate.
If the tailgate is open when the switch is pushed,
the tailgate will be locked when it is fully closed.
WARNING:The tailgate should always be kept completely
closed while the vehicle is in motion. If it is left
open or ajar, poisonous exhaust gases may
enter the car which could result in serious
injury or death to the occupants. See addi-
tional warnings concerning exhaust gases on
page 2-2.
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SUN VISOR
B580A01A
Type A
Type B
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CARGO AREA COVER
(3 Door Model)
Nothing should be carried on top of the luggage
cover. Loose materials could result in injury to
vehicle occupants during sudden braking.
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Type B

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Your Hyundai is equipped with sun visors to
give the driver and front passenger either frontal
or sideward shade. The sun visors are fitted on
both sides on all models. To reduce glare or to
shut out direct rays of the sun, turn the sun visor
down to block the annoyance. A ticket holder is
provided on the back of the sun visor for the
driver. Vanity mirrors are provided on the back
of the sunvisor for the driver and the front
passenger (If Installed).
NOTE:The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
label containing useful information can be
found on the front of each sun visor.
!WARNING:Do not place the sun visor in such a manner
that it obscures visibility of the roadway, traf-
fic or other objects.
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HORN
Press the pad on the steering wheel to sound
the horn.
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OPERATION TIPS
o To keep dust or unpleasant fumes from en-
tering the car through the ventilation system,
temporarily set the air intake control to
the position.
Be sure to return the control to the po-
sition when the irritation has passed to keep
fresh air in the vehicle. This will help keep the
driver alert and comfortable.
o Air for the heating/cooling system is drawn in
through the grilles just ahead of the wind-
shield. Care should be taken that these are
not blocked by leaves, snow, ice or other
obstructions.
o To prevent interior fog on the windshield, set
the air intake control to the fresh air ( )
position and fan speed to the desired posi-
tion.
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AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH
(If Installed)
The air conditioning is turned on by pushing the
A/C button on the heating/air conditioning con-
trol panel.
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VENTILATION
To operate the ventilation system:
o Set the air intake control at the fresh air
( ) position.
o To direct all intake air to the dashboard
vents, set the airflow control to the face
( ) position.
o Adjust the fan speed control to the desired
speed.
o Set the temperature control between "Cool"
and "Warm".
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