light Hyundai Accent 2005 Repair Manual

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CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS & BINDING ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS8
Intended Outboard Sidewall: The
side of an asymmetrical tire, that must
always face outward when mounted on
a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for
air pressure.
Load Index: An assigned number rang-
ing from 1 to 279 that corresponds to
the load carrying capacity of a tire.
Maximum Inflation Pressure: The
maximum air pressure to which a cold
tire may be inflated. The maximum air
pressure is molded onto the sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating: The load rat-
ing for a tire at the maximum permis-
sible inflation pressure for that tire.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:
The sum of curb weight; accessory
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight: The num-
ber of occupants a vehicle is designed
to seat multiplied by 150 pounds (68
kg).Occupant Distribution: Designated
seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-
ticular side that faces outward when
mounted on a vehicle. The side of the
tire that contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering or bears manufacturer,
brand and or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the same
moldings on the other sidewall of the
tire.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used
on passenger cars and some light duty
trucks and multipurpose vehicles.
Recommended Inflation Pressure:
Vehicle manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure and shown on
the tire placard.
Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the ply cords that extend to the
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
Rim: A metal support for a tire and
upon which the tire beads are seated.Sidewall: The portion of a tire be-
tween the tread and the bead.
Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code
assigned to a tire indicating the maxi-
mum speed at which a tire can oper-
ate.
Traction: The friction between the tire
and the road surface. The amount of
grip provided.
Tread: The portion of a tire that comes
into contact with the road.
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands,
sometimes called "wear bars," that
show across the tread of a tire when
only 2/32 inch of tread remains.
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards, a tire information system
that provides consumers with ratings
for a tire's traction, temperature and
treadwear. Ratings are determined by
tire manufacturers using government
testing procedures. The ratings are
molded into the sidewall of the tire.

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CCare of Cassette tapes..................................................................1-91
Care of Disc .....................................................................................1-91
Cargo Area Cover ...........................................................................1-63
Catalytic Converter............................................................................ 7-3
Changing a flat tire ............................................................................ 3-7
Child-Protector Rear Door Look ....................................................... 1-5
Child Restraint System ....................................................................1-22
Installing a child restraint seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" system ....................................................1-24
Securing the child restraint seat with the "ISOFIX" system ...1-25
Cigarette Lighter..............................................................................1-52
Clock................................................................................................1-52
Clutch
Checking fluid.............................................................................6-15
Pedal free-play............................................................................6-18
Combination Light
Headlight flasher.........................................................................1-48
Headlight switch..........................................................................1-47
High-beam switch.......................................................................1-48
Lane change signal....................................................................1-47
Turn signal operation.................................................................1-47
Cooling Fans....................................................................................6-22
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior..................................................................... 4-5
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion.................................... 4-2
Washing and waxing.................................................................... 4-3 A
Airbag......................................................................................................
1-30
Air Cleaner Filter ..............................................................................6-10
Air Conditioner
Care.............................................................................................6-15
Filter.............................................................................................1-73
Operation.....................................................................................1-71
Antenna............................................................................................1-93
Ashtray.............................................................................................1-52
Audio Fault Code .............................................................................1-90
Audio System
Cassette tape player operation (H245)....................................1-82
Compact disc player operation (H265)....................................1-87
Stereo radio operation (H215, H245, H265) ........ 1-76, 1-79, 1-84
Automatic Transaxle.......................................................................... 2-7
Overdrive switch.......................................................................... 2-9
Shift lock release.......................................................................... 2-9
B
Battery..............................................................................................6-21
Bi-Level Heating...............................................................................1-69
Binding Arbitration............................................................................8-16
Brake
Anti-lock system.........................................................................2-11
Checking the brakes ..................................................................6-14
Fluid .............................................................................................6-14
Pedal clearance..........................................................................6-18
Pedal free-play............................................................................6-18
Practices.....................................................................................2-10
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ......................................................... 1-3

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D
Defrosting/Defogging.......................................................................1-72
Door
Central door lock .......................................................................... 1-6
Door locks.................................................................................... 1-4
Locking, unlocking front door with a key ................................... 1-4
Drink Holder.....................................................................................1-53
Drive Belts........................................................................................6-19
Driving
Economical driving......................................................................2-12
Smooth cornering.......................................................................2-13
Winter driving..............................................................................2-13
Dual-Stage Supplemental Restraint (AIRBAG) System ................1-30
E
Emission Control Systems................................................................ 7-1
Engine
Before starting the engine ............................................................ 2-3
Compartment (For 1.6 DOHC) ................................................... 6-2
Coolant.......................................................................................... 6-6
Coolant temperature gauge .......................................................1-42
If the engine overheats ................................................................ 3-4
Number.......................................................................................... 8-2
Oil .................................................................................................. 6-4
Starting.......................................................................................... 2-4
Engine Exhaust Can Be Dangerous ................................................ 2-2F
Fan Speed Control (Blower Control)..............................................1-66
Fog Light
Front............................................................................................1-51
Front Seats
Adjustable front seats ................................................................1-11
Adjustable headrests..................................................................1-12
Adjusting seatback angle ...........................................................1-11
Adjusting seatback forward and rearward...............................1-11
Lumbar support control ..............................................................1-13
Seat cushion height adjustment................................................1-13
Seat pocket.................................................................................1-55
Fuel
Capacity........................................................................................ 9-2
Gauge..........................................................................................1-42
Recommendations........................................................................ 1-2
Fuel Filler Lid
Remote release..........................................................................1-60
Fuses ......................................................................................................
6-19
G
General Checks................................................................................ 6-3
Glove box.........................................................................................1-55
H
Hazard Warning System .................................................................1-50

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Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................................ 5-6
Scheduled maintenance................................................................. 5-4
Service requirements ..................................................................... 5-2
Mirrors
Day/night inside rearview.............................................................1-58
Outside rear view ........................................................................1-56
O
Odometer/Trip Odometer..................................................................1-44
P
Parking Brake...................................................................................1-58
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................................6-22
Pretensioner Seat Belt ......................................................................1-28
R
Rear Seats
Folding seatbacks........................................................................1-15
Rear seat entry ............................................................................1-13
Rear Window Defroster Switch .........................................................1-51
Rear Window Wiper and Washer.....................................................1-49
Replacement of Bulbs .......................................................................6-24
S
Seat Belts
2-Point static type ........................................................................1-21
3-Point type..................................................................................1-19
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-20
Adjutable height...........................................................................1-18
Care of seat belts ........................................................................1-18 Headlight Bulb..................................................................................6-25
Heating and Ventilation
Air flow control ............................................................................1-67
Air intake control.........................................................................1-66
Bi-level heating............................................................................1-69
Defrosting/Defogging ..................................................................1-72
Fan seed control (Blower control)............................................1-66
Temperature control...................................................................1-69
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light .......................................................1-58
Hood Release..................................................................................1-59
Horn................................................................................................1-64
I
Ignition Switch..................................................................................... 2-3
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights............................................
1-39
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat).......................................1-50
Interior Light ......................................................................................1-54
J
Jump Starting...................................................................................... 3-3
K
Keys .................................................................................................. 1-3
If you lose your keys...................................................................3-14
Positions........................................................................................ 2-3
M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .............................. 5-7

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Precautions..................................................................................1-16
Spark Plugs........................................................................................ 6-8
Speedometer....................................................................................1-43
Starting Procedures........................................................................... 2-5
Steering Wheel
Free-play.....................................................................................6-17
Stereo Sound System.....................................................................1-74
Sun Visor..........................................................................................1-63
T
Tachometer......................................................................................1-43
Tailgate .............................................................................................1-62
Theft-Alarm System........................................................................... 1-7
Tires
Balancing.....................................................................................8-11
Chains.........................................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire ....................................................................... 3-7
If you have a flat tire .................................................................... 3-6
Information.................................................................................... 8-2
Pressure (see glove box) ............................................................ 8-3
Replacement...............................................................................8-11
Rotation.......................................................................................8-10
Snow tires..................................................................................... 8-9
Spare tire....................................................................................... 3-5
Traction.......................................................................................8-11
Towing
Emergency..................................................................................3-14
If your car must be towed .........................................................3-12Trailer towing..............................................................................2-16
Transaxle
Automatic....................................................................................... 2-7
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ............................................6-12
Manual........................................................................................... 2-5
Manual transaxle oil checking...................................................6-11
Trip Computer..................................................................................1-44
Trunk
Emergency latch release ...........................................................1-62
Remote release..........................................................................1-61
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Load Limt ............................................................................2-16
Vehicle Specifications
Engine ............................................................................................ 9-3
Lubrication Chart.......................................................................... 9-4
Measurement................................................................................ 9-2
W
Warning and Indicatior Lights .........................................................
1-39
Windows
Manual........................................................................................... 1-9
Power..........................................................................................1-10
Windshield Wiper and Washer ........................................................1-48
Adjustable intermittent wiper operation.....................................1-49
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................................................6-10

Seoul KoreaPrinting: JUN. 23, 2005
Publication No.: A25O-EU56N
Printed in KoreaSERVICE STATION INFORMATION
FUEL:
UNLEADED gasoline only
Pump Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
Original, US.gal (Imp.gal., liter) 11.9 (9.9, 45)
TIRE PRESSURE:
See the label in the glove box.
OTHER TIRE INFORMATION:
See pages 8-1 through 8-12
HOOD RELEASE:
Pull handle under left side of dash.
ENGINE OIL:
API grade SJ, SL or ABOVE / ILSAC grade GF-3 or ABOVE and fuel
efficient oil. Use SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30 if normal tempera-
tures are above 0°F (-18°C). For other viscosity recommendations,
see page 6-4 or 9-4.MANUAL TRANSAXLE:
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4) Oil level
should be up to filler-bolt hole in housing beside differential.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE:
Apply the parking brake, with the engine running, shift the selector lever
through all ranges and return to “N” (Neutral) position. Then check the
level of fluid on the dipstick. Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF
SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or other brands meeting
the SP III specification approved by Hyundai Motor Co..
QUICK INDEX
o Car will not start .................................................................... 3-2
o Flat tire ................................................................................. 3-6
o Warning light/chime comes on .................................... 1-39 ~ 1-42
o Engine overheats ................................................................... 3-4
o Towing of your vehicle ......................................................... 3-11
o Starting the engine ................................................................. 2-4
o Driving tips for first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) .......................... 1-3
o Scheduled maintenance ......................................................... 5-4
o Reporting safety defects ...................................................... 8-14