Hyundai Accent 2008 Owner's Manual

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Defrost-Level
Air is discharged through the windshield
defroster nozzle, side defroster nozzle,
side ventilator.
If the "Defrost" mode is selected, the A/C
will turn on automatically and "Fresh"
mode will be activated to improve wind-
shield defrosting.
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MAX A/C-Level (If Installed)
Air is discharged through the face level
vents.
If the "MAX A/C" mode is selected, the A/
C will turn on automatically and "Recircu-
lation" mode will be activated.
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NOTE:If the "Floor-Defrost" or "Defrost" mode
is selected, the air conditioning will not
turn off by pushing the A/C button.
If the air flow control is set to the floor-
defrost or the defrost mode, the A/C will
turn on automatically but the A/C indica-
tor light does not turn on. The A/C will not
off until the air flow control is set to the
another mode other than the floor-de-
frost mode and the defrost mode.

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* The A/C or the air intake control switch
returns to its former setting.NOTE:o The air intake control switch will
change to "
" mode when the
ignition switch is turned "ON" with
the MAX A/C mode selected.
o When you change to another mode
from MAX A/C, the A/C and the air
intake control switch are set as
shown in the following chart.
A/C
ON
ON or OFF *
OFF
ON or OFF *
ON
ONAir Intake
Control Switch
or
*
OFF
B670E02A-AATTemperature ControlThis control is used to adjust the degree
of heating or cooling desired.
Cool
Warm
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OFF-Level
Air is discharged through the windshield
defroster nozzle, side defroster nozzle
and side ventilator.NOTE:If the air flow control is off, the air intake
control is set to the fresh mode auto-
matically.

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BI-LEVEL HEATINGB700A02A-AATYour Hyundai is equipped with bi-level
heating controls. This makes it possible
to have cooler air from the dashboard
vents and warmer air from the floor out-
lets at the same time. To use this feature:
o Set the air intake control to the fresh air
( ) position.
o Set the air flow control at the bi-level
( ) position.
o Adjust the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
o Set the temperature control between
"Cool" and "Warm".
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VENTILATIONB710A01A-AATTo operate the ventilation system:
o Set the air intake control to "Fresh"
mode ( ).
o To direct all intake air to the dashboard
vents, set the air flow control to the (
)
position.
o Adjust the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
o Set the temperature control between
"Cool" and "Warm".
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HEATING CONTROLSB690A02A-AATFor normal heating operation, set the air
intake control to the fresh air ( ) position
and the air flow control to the floor ( )
position.
For faster heating, the air intake control
should be set in the recirculate (
)
position.
If the windows fog up, set the air flow
control to the defrost ( ) position (The
air conditioning will be turned on auto-
matically) and the air intake control to the
fresh air ( ) position.
For maximum heat, move the tempera-
ture control to "Warm".
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DEFROSTING/DEFOGGINGB720A02FC-GATUse the heating/ventilation system to
defrost or defog the windshield:To remove interior fog on the wind-
shield:o Set the air flow control to the defrost
(
) position. (The A/C will turn on
automatically and "Fresh" mode will
be activated.)
o Set the temperature control to the de-
sired position.
o Set the fan speed control between "1"
and "4" position.
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NOTE:When the A/C is operated continuously
on the floor-defrost level (
) or defrost
level (
), it may cause fog to form on
the exterior windshield. If this occurs,
set the air flow control to the face level
position ( ) and fan speed control to the
low position.
To remove the frost or exterior fog
on the windshield:o Set the air flow control to the defrost
(
) position. (The A/C will turn on
automatically and "Fresh" mode will
be activated.)
o Set the temperature control to warm.
o Set the fan speed control to position
"3" or "4".
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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
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(If Installed)
Air Conditioning SwitchThe air conditioning is turned on by push-
ing the A/C button on the heating/air
conditioning control panel.
B740B02A-AATAir Conditioning Operation
(Cooling)To use the air conditioning to cool the
interior:
o Turn on the fan control switch.
o Turn on the air conditioning switch by
pushing in on the switch.
The air conditioning indicator light
should come on at the same time.
o Set the air intake control to the
(
)position.
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Operation Tipso To keep dust or unpleasant fumes
from entering the car through the ven-
tilation system, temporarily set the air
intake control at the (
) position.
Be sure to return the control to the (
) position 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 windshield. Care should be taken
that these are not blocked by leaves,
snow, ice or other obstructions.
o To prevent interior fog on the wind-
shield, set the air intake control to the
fresh air (
) position, fan speed to
the desired position, turn on the air
conditioning system, and adjust tem-
perature control to desired tempera-
ture.

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B740D01A-AATOperation Tipso If the interior of the car is hot when you
first get in, open the windows for a few
minutes to expel the hot air.
o When you are using the air condition-
ing system, keep all windows closed to
keep hot air out.
o When moving slowly, as in heavy traf-
fic, shift to a lower gear.
This increases engine speed, which in
turn increases the speed of the air
conditioning compressor.
o On steep grades, turn the air condi-
tioning off to avoid the possibility of the
engine overheating.
o During winter months or in periods
when the air conditioning is not used
regularly, run the air conditioning once
every month for a few minutes.
This will help circulate the lubricants
and keep your system in peak operat-
ing condition.
o Set the temperature control to "Cool".
("Cool" provides maximum cooling. The
temperature may be moderated by
moving the control toward "Warm".)
o Adjust the fan control to the desired
speed. For greater cooling, turn the fan
control to one of the higher speeds or
temporarily select the (
)position
on the air intake control.
For dehumidified heating:
o Turn on the fan control switch.
o Push the air conditioning switch. The
air conditioning indicator light should
come on at the same time.
o Set the air intake control switch to the
fresh air (
) position.
o Set the air flow control to the face (
)
position.
o Adjust the fan control to the desired
speed.
o For more rapid action, set the fan at
one of the higher speeds.
o Adjust the temperature control to pro-
vide the desired amount of warmth.
B740C01MC-AATDe-Humidified Heating
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B720A02E-AATDEFROSTING/DEFOGGINGUse the heating/ventilation system to defrost or defog the
windshield:
To remove interior fog on the windshield;
o Set the air flow control to the defrost ( ) position. (The
A/C will turn on automatically and the "Fresh" mode will
be activated.)
o Set the temperature control to the desired position.
o Set the fan speed control between "1" and "4" position.To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield;
o Set the air flow control to the defrost ( ) position. (The
A/C will turn on automatically and the "Fresh" mode will
be activated.)
o Set the temperature control to warm.
o Set the fan speed control to position "3" or "4".
NOTE:
When the A/C is operated continuously on the floor-defrost level ( ) or defrost level ( ), it may cause fog to form
on the exterior windshield. If this occurs, set the air flow control to the face level position ( ) and fan speed control
to the low position.
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!
CAUTION:
o Replace the filter every 10,000 miles
(15,000 km) or once a year. If the car
is being driven in severe conditions
such as dusty, rough roads, more
frequent climate control air filter in-
spections and changes are required.
o When the air flow rate is decreased,
the system should be checked at an
authorized dealer.
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR
FILTER
B760A01MC
Inside of
a vehicle
Evaporator coreFilter Blower
Outside air
Inside air
The climate control air filter is located in
front of the evaporator unit behind the
glove box.
It operates to decrease the amount of
pollutants entering the car.
To replace the climate control air filter,
refer to the page 6-15.B760A07A-AAT(For evaporator and blow unit)

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STEREO SOUND SYSTEM
FM broadcasts are transmitted at high
frequencies and do not bend to follow the
earth's surface. Because of this, FM broad-
casts generally begin to fade at short
distances from the station. Also, FM sig-
nals are easily affected by buildings,
mountains, or other obstructions. These
can result in certain listening conditions
which might lead you to believe a prob-
lem exists with your radio. The following
conditions are normal and do not indicate
radio trouble: AM broadcasts can be received at greater
distances than FM broadcasts. This is
because AM radio waves are transmitted
at low frequencies. These long, low fre-
quency radio waves can follow the curva-
ture of the earth rather than travelling
straight out into the atmosphere. In addi-
tion, they curve around obstructions so
that they can provide better signal cover-
age.
B750A02A-AATHow Car Audio WorksAM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around
your city. They are intercepted by the
radio antenna on your car. This signal is
then received by the radio and sent to
your car speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best pos-
sible quality reproduction. However, in
some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear.
Ionosphere
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Mountains
Buildings
Obstructed areaUnobstructed
area FM radio station
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Ionosphere FM reception
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Iron bridges
AM receptionThis can be due to factors such as the
distance from the radio station, closeness
of other strong radio stations or the pres-
ence of buildings, bridges or other large
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o Station Swapping - As an FM signal
weakens, another more powerful sig-
nal near the same frequency may be-
gin to play. This is because your radio
is designed to lock onto the clearest
signal. If this occurs, select another
station with a stronger signal.
o Multi-Path Cancellation - Radio sig-
nals being received from several di-
rections can cause distortion or flutter-
ing. This can be caused by a direct and
reflected signal from the same station,
or by signals from two stations with
close frequencies. If this occurs, select
another station until the condition has
passed. o Fading - As your car moves away from
the radio station, the signal will
weaken and sound will begin to fade.
When this occurs, we suggest that you
select another stronger station.
o Flutter/Static - Weak FM signals or
large obstructions between the trans-
mitter and your radio can disturb the
signal causing static or fluttering noises
to occur. Reducing the treble level
may lessen this effect until the distur-
bance clears.
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B750B05Y-AATUsing a cellular phone or a two-way
radioWhen a cellular phone is used inside the
vehicle, noise may be produced from the
audio equipment. This does not mean
that something is wrong with the audio
equipment. In such a case, use the cellu-
lar phone at a place as far as possible
from the audio equipment.
WARNING:
Hyundai recommends that you never
use a cell phone while driving. This could
result in loss of control, and an accident
that may cause death, serious injury, or
property damage. You must stop at a
safe place to use a cellular phone.NOTE:Some states and cities have regulations
prohibiting the use of cell phones while
driving. You should be aware of the spe-
cific requirements in your area.