steering Hyundai Accent 2007 Owner's Guide

3 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
16IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS
D120A01A-GAT If you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers can make you a new key if you have your key number. If you lock the keys inside your car andyou cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers can use special tools to open the door for you. Information about the key of immobi- lizer system (If Installed) will be foundon page 1-5.
CAUTION:
If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be surethat the transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h (30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15miles). Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the key in the "ACC" posi-tion. A driver must be in the towed vehicle to operate the steering and brakes.
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F030C02MC-GAT R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
Note : (1) FOR THE FIRST TIME, REPLACE THE COOLANT AT 90,000 KM OR 60 MONTHS. AFTER THAT, REPLACE IT EVERY 45,000 KM OR 24 MONTHS.
(2) FOR EVERY 45,000 KM OR 24 MONTHS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST : "R"
NO.
1 23 4 5 678 9
10 11121314 15 DESCRIPTION
GENERAL MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM COOLANT MANUAL TRANSAXLE OILAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID BRAKE HOSES AND LINES BRAKE FLUIDREAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKEBRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTSSTEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINTPOWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSESDRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTSAIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
120 96
I I IIII I IIII I II
R
105
84
I I III I III I I
R
90 72
I I
R I II I IIII I II
R
7560
I I III I III I I
R
60 48
I I IIII I IIII I II
R
4536
I I III I III I I
R
30 24
I I IIII I IIII I II
R
1512
I I III I III I I
R
KILOMETERS X 1000 MONTHS
See Note (1) See Note (2)
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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER (
GASOLINE)
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER (DIESEL) AIR CLEANER FILTER SPARK PLUGS
TIMING BELT (GASOLINE)
BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORSREAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS, PARKING BRAKE
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/ LOWER ARM BALL JOINT
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEFLUID CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER R R R RR
II I I
RR R
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MAINTENANCE ITEM
EVERY 7,500 KM OR 6 MONTHS EVERY 7,500 KM OR 6 MONTHSEVERY 5,000 KM OR 6 MONTHS MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLYEVERY 60,000 KM OR 48 MONTHS MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY MORE FREQUENTLY EVERY 15,000 KM OR 12 MONTHS EVERY 100,000 KM EVERY 45,000 KMEVERY 40,000 KM MORE FREQUENTLY A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K C, E B, HB, D, E, F, G C, D, G, H C, D, G, H C, D, E, F C, D, E, F A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J A, C, E, F, G, H, I C, E
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
DRIVING
CONDITION
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
F040A02MC-GAT The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the
chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
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SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONSA - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8km(5miles) in normal temperature or less than 16km(10miles) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather E - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 32°C(90°F) G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing
J - Driving over 170 Km/h(100 MPH)K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

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F070M01A-AAT
o Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dustboots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace any dam- aged parts. F070N01A-AAT
o Power Steering Pump, Belt
and Hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage. Re- place any damaged or leaking partsimmediately. Inspect the power steer- ing belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear, oiliness and propertension. Replace or adjust it if neces- sary. F070P01A-AAT
o Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. F070Q01A-AAT
o Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and connections for leakage and damage. Check air conditioning performance according to the relevant shop manual if necessary.

Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ........................................................... 6-5
Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 6-6
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-6
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ...............6-10
Changing the Air Cleaner Filte r ....................................6-12
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual ) ..........................6-14
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-15
Checking the B rakes ................................................... 6-17
Checking the Clutch Fluid ............................................ 6-18
Air Conditioning Care ................................................... 6-18
Changing the Climate Control Air Filter........................ 6-19
Checking and Replacing Fuses .................................. 6-20
Checking the Battery ................................................... 6-22
Power Steering Fluid Level .......................................... 6-24
Removal of Water from the Fuel Filter .........................6-25
Headlight Aiming Adjustment ....................................... 6-26
Replacement of Light Bulbs ......................................... 6-27
Bulb Wattage ............................................................... 6-34
Fuse Panel Description ............................................... 6-35
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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2ENGINE COMPARTMENT
G010A01MC-GAT Gasoline Engine (1.4L)
1. Engine coolant reservoir ....... 6-11
2. Engine oil filler cap ................. 6-8
3. Brake fluid reservoir ............. 6-17
4. Air cleaner ........................... 6-12
5. Fuse/Relay box .................... 6-206. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap ...................................... 6-14
7. Power steering fluid reservoir (If Installed) .......................... 6-24
8. Engine oil level dipstick ......... 6-8 9. Radiator
cap ......................... 6-10
10. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick (If Installed) ............ 6-16
11. Battery ................................. 6-22
G010A01MC
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing the engine, you should handletools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is notdamaged.
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G010B01MC-GAT Gasoline Engine (1.6L)
1. Engine coolant reservoir .......
6-11
2. Engine oil filler cap ................. 6-8
3. Brake fluid reservoir ............. 6-17
4. Air cleaner ........................... 6-125. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap ...................................... 6-14
6. Power steering fluid reservoir (If Installed) .......................... 6-24
7. Engine oil level dipstick ......... 6-8 8. Radiator
cap ......................... 6-10
9. Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick (If Installed) ............ 6-16
10. Battery ................................. 6-22
11. Fuse/Relay box .................... 6-20
OMC055036
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing the engine, you should handletools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is notdamaged.
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G010C01MC-GAT Diesel Engine (1.5L)
G010C01MC
1. Engine coolant reservoir ....... 6-11
2. Engine oil filler cap................. 6-8
3. Brake fluid reservoir ............. 6-17
4. Air cleaner ........................... 6-12
5. Relay box ............................. 6-20 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
cap ...................................... 6-14
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If Installed) .......................... 6-24
8. Engine oil level dipstick ......... 6-8 9. Radiator
cap ......................... 6-10
10. Fuse box .............................. 6-20
11. Battery ................................. 6-22
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing the engine, you should handletools and other heavy objects carefully so that the plastic cover of the engine is not damaged.
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G020A01A-AAT Engine Compartment The following should be checked regu- larly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below compo-
nents)
o Power steering fluid level
o Battery condition
o Air cleaner filter condition G020C01A-AAT Vehicle Interior The following should be checked each time when the vehicle is driven:
o Lights operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heater system operation
(and air conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking
brake
o Manual transaxle operation, includ- ing clutch operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, in- cluding "Park" mechanism opera-tion
o Seat control condition and opera- tion
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sun visor operation If you notice anything that does not operate correctly or appears to befunctioning incorrectly, inspect it care- fully and seek assistance from your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020B01A-AAT Vehicle Exterior The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut torque
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition
(including spare tire)
GENERAL CHECKS

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o When lifting a plastic-cased bat-
tery, excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid to leak, resulting in personal injury.Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat-
tery when the battery cables areconnected.
o The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.Never touch these components with the engine running or the ignition switched on.
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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G220B01A-AAT Checking Engine Cooling Fan The engine cooling fan should come on automatically if the engine coolant tem-perature is high. G220C01TB-GAT Checking Condenser Cooling Fan When the air conditioning is in opera- tion, the condenser cooling fan comeson automatically to be controlled by ECU.G220A01A-AAT
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by en- gine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Use extremecaution when working near the blades of the cooling fan, so that you are not injured by a rotating fanblade. As the engine coolant temper- ature decreases the fan will automat- ically shut off. This is a normal con-dition.
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G230A01MC-GAT (If Installed) The power steering fluid level should be checked regularly. To check the power steering fluid level,be sure the ignition is "OFF", then check to make certain that the power steering fluid level is between the "MAX"and "MIN" level markings on the fluid reservoir. OMC055014