Hyundai Accent 2008 Owner's Manual

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
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Emission Control System ............................................. 7-2
Catalytic Converter ....................................................... 7-3
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS2
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
CanisterFuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the
canister are drawn into the induction sys-
tem through the purge control solenoid
valve.Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)The purge control solenoid valve is con-
trolled by the Engine Control Module
(ECM); when the engine coolant tem-
perature is low during idling, the PCSV
closes so that evaporated fuel is not taken
into the engine. After the engine warms-
up during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to the
engine.
H010B01A-AAT1. Crankcase Emission Control
SystemThe positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem is employed to prevent air pollution
caused by blow-by gases being emitted
from the crankcase. This system supplies
filtered fresh air to the crankcase through
the air intake hose. Inside the crankcase,
the fresh air mixes with blow-by gases,
then passes through the PCV valve into
the induction system.
H010A01A-AATYour Hyundai is equipped with an emis-
sion control system to meet all require-
ments of the U.S. Environmental Protec-
tion Agency or California Air Resources
Board.
There are three emission control systems
which are as follows.
1) Crankcase Emission Control System
2) Evaporative Emission Control System
3) Exhaust Emission Control System
In order to ensure the proper function of
the emission control systems, it is recom-
mended that you have your car inspected
and maintained by an authorized Hyundai
dealer in accordance with the mainte-
nance schedule in this manual.
H010D01A-AAT3. Exhaust Emission
Control SystemThe Exhaust Emission Control System is
a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions while maintaining
good vehicle performace.
H010C01S-AAT2. Evaporative Emission Control (In-
cluding ORVR: Onboard Refuel-
ing Vapor Recovery) SystemThe Evaporative Emission Control Sys-
tem is designed to prevent fuel vapors
from escaping into the atmosphere.
(The ORVR system is designed to allow
the vapors from the fuel tank to be loaded
into a canister while refueling at the gas
station, preventing the escape of fuel
vapors into the atmosphere.)

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
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CATALYTIC CONVERTER
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H020A01A-AATAll Hyundai vehicles are equipped with a
monolith type three-way catalytic con-
verter to reduce the carbon monoxide,
hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides con-
tained in the exhaust gas. Exhaust gases
passing through the catalytic converter
cause it to operate at a very high tem-
perature. The introduction of large
amounts of unburned gasoline into the
exhaust may cause the catalytic converter
to overheat and create a fire hazard. This
risk may be reduced by observing the
following:WARNING:
o Do not touch the catalytic converter
or any other part of the exhaust sys-
tem while the catalytic converter is
hot. Shut off the engine, wait for at
least one hour before touching the
catalytic converter or any other part
of the exhaust system.
o Remember that your Hyundai dealer
is your best source of assistance.
o Do not stop your Hyundai over any
combustible material such as grass,
paper, leaves or rags. These materi-
als might contact the hot catalytic
converter and a fire might result.
H020A01MC
Catalytic Converter
WARNING:
o Use unleaded fuel only.
o Maintain the engine in good operat-
ing condition. Extremely high cata-
lytic converter temperatures can re-
sult from improper operation of the
electrical, ignition or multiport elec-
tronic fuel injection.
o If your engine stalls, pings, knocks,
or is hard to start, have your Hyundai
dealer inspect and repair the prob-
lem as soon as possible.
o Avoid driving with a very low fuel
level. Running out of gasoline may
cause the engine to misfire and re-
sult in damage to the catalytic con-
verter.
o Avoid idling the engine for periods
longer than 10 minutes.
o The vehicle should not be pushed or
pulled to get started. This may cause
the catalytic converter to overheat
and create a fire hazard.

CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING
SAFETY DEFECTS & BINDING
ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............................. 8-2
Engine Number ............................................................. 8-3
Tire Information ............................................................. 8-3
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures .............. 8-3
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure .................................. 8-5
Tire Sidewall Labeling ................................................... 8-6
Tire Terminology and Definitions .................................. 8-8
All Season Tires .........................................................8-10
Snow Tires..................................................................8-10
Tire Chains ................................................................. 8-10
Tire Rotation ...............................................................8-11
Tire Balancing.............................................................8-12
Tire Traction................................................................8-12
When to Replace Tires ...............................................8-12
Tire Maintenance........................................................8-13
Spare Tire and Tools..................................................8-14
Warranties for Your Hyundai Vehicle.........................8-15
Consumer Information................................................8-15
Reporting Safety Defects ...........................................8-18
Binding Arbitration of Warranty Claims...................... 8-18
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN)I010A01MC-AAT
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your car
and in all legal matters pertaining to its
ownership, etc. It can be found in four
different places on your car:
1. Lower side of the front passenger seat
under the carpet.
2. On the left top side of the instrument
panel where it can be seen by looking
down through the windshield.
3. Door edge post
4. On the lower side of the center pillar
outer panel.
1JBA5003
1JBA5004
1JBA50051JBN5007A
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ENGINE NUMBERI010B01A-AATThe engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.
TIRESI020A02A-AATTIRE INFORMATION
The tires supplied on your new Hyndai
are chosen to provide the best perfor-
mance for normal driving.
If you ever have questions about your
tire warranty and where to obtain ser-
vice, see the tire manufacture's book-
let included with your vehicle's Owner's
Manual Literature Kit.
I030A02MC-AATRECOMMENDED COLD TIRE INFLA-
TION PRESSURES
Tire label located on the driver's side
of the center pillar outer panel gives
the cold tire pressures recommended
for your vehicle with the original tire
size, the number of people that can be
in your vehicle and vehicle capacity
weight.
1JBN5007B
OMC065001

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These pressures were chosen to pro-
vide the most satisfactory combina-
tion of ride comfort, tire wear and
stability under normal conditions. Tire
pressures should be checked at least
monthly. Proper tire inflation pressures
should be maintained for these rea-
sons:
WARNING:
o Inspect your tires frequently for
proper inflation as well as wear
and damage. Always use a tire
pressure gauge.
o Tires with too much or too little
pressure wear unevenly causing
poor handling, loss of vehicle
control, and sudden tire failure
leading to accidents, injuries, and
even death. The recommended
cold tire pressure for your ve-
hicle can be found in this manual
and on the tire label located on
the driver's side of the center
pillar.
C190F01MC-1C190F01MC-2
C190F01MC-3C190F01MC-4
Type A
Type BType C
Type D

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o Worn tires can cause accidents.
Replace tires that are worn, show
uneven wear, or are damaged.
See page 8-12.
o Remember to check the pressure
of your spare tire. Hyundai rec-
ommends that you check the
spare every time you check the
pressure of the other tires on
your vehicle.
WARNING:
Overinflation or underinflation can
reduce the tire life, adversely affect
vehicle handling, and lead to sud-
den tire failure. This could rusult in
loss of vehicle control and potential
injury.CAUTION:
Always observe the following:
o Check pressures when the tires
are cold. (After the vehicle has
been parked for at least three
hours or hasn't been driven more
than one mile (1.6 km) since start-
ing up.)
o Check the pressure of your spare
tire each time you check the pres-
sure of other tires.
o Never overload your vehicle. Be
especially careful about overload-
ing if you equip your vehicle with
a luggage rack.
o Worn, old tires can cause acci-
dents. If your tread is badly worn,
or if your tires have been dam-
aged, replace them.
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WARNING:NOTE:
o Underinflation also results in ex-
cessive wear, poor handling and
reduced fuel economy. Wheel de-
formation also is possible. Keep
your tire pressures at the proper
levels. If a tire frequently needs
refilling, have it checked by your
Hyundai Dealer.
o Overinflation produces a harsh
ride, excessive wear at the center
of the tire tread, and a greater
possibility of damage from road
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Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly
onto the valve to get a pressure mea-
surement. If the cold tire inflation pres-
sure matches the recommended pres-
sure on the tire and loading information
label, no further adjustment is neces-
sary. If the pressure is low, add air
until you reach the recommended
amount.
If you overfill the tire, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the
center of the tire valve. Recheck the
tire pressure with the tire gauge. Be
sure to put the valve caps back on the
valve stems. They help prevent leaks
by keeping out dirt and moisture.Federal law requires tire manufactur-
ers to place standardized information
on the sidewall of all tires. This infor-
mation identifies and describes the
fundamental characteristics of the tire
and also provides the tire identification
number (TIN) for safety standard cer-
tification. The TIN can be used to
identify the tire in case of a recall.
I030B01MC-AATTIRE SIDEWALL LABELING
I030B04JM
1
234 5, 6
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I035A01JM-AATCHECKING TIRE INFLATION PRES-
SURE
Check your tires once a month or
more. Also, check the tire pressure of
the spare tire.
How to Check
Use a good quality gauge to check tire
pressure. You can not tell if your tires
are properly inflated simply by looking
at them. Radial tires may look properly
inflated even when they're underinflated.
Check the tire's inflation pressure when
the tires are cold. - "Cold" means your
vehicle has been sitting for at least
three hours or driven no more than 1
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1. Manufacturer or Brand name
o Manufacturer or Brand name is
shown.
2. Tire size (example: P175/70R14)
o The "P" indicates the tire is de-
signed for passenger vehicles. A
"T" is the designation for a tempo-
rary spare tire.
o Three-digit number (175): This
number gives the width in millime-
ters of the tire from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge.
o Two-digit number (70): This num-
ber, known as the aspect ratio,
gives the tire's ratio of height to
width.
o R: The "R" stands for radial.
o Two-digit number (14): This num-
ber is the wheel or rim diameter in
inches.
o Two (or three) digit number (84):
This number is the tire's load in-
dex. It is a measurement of how
much weight each tire can sup-
port.o T: Speed Rating. The speed rat-
ing denotes the speed at which a
tire is designed to be driven for
extended periods of time. The
ratings range from "A" to "Z" (98
to 186 MPH).
3. TIN (Tire Identification Number) for
new tire (example: DOT XX XX
XXX XXXX)
o DOT: Abbreviation for the "De-
partment of Transportation". The
symbol can be placed above, be-
low or to the left or right of the Tire
Identification Number. Indicates
tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
o 1st two-digit code: Manufacturer's
identification mark
o 2nd two-digit code: Tire size
o 3rd three-digit code: Tire type code
(Optional)
o 4th four-digit code: Date of Manu-
factureo Four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 3105
means the 31st week of 2005.
4. Tire ply composition and mate-
rial
The number of layers or plies of
rubbercoated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the materials in the tire, which in-
clude steel, nylon, polyester, and
others. The letter "R" means radial
ply construction; the letter "D" means
diagonal or bias ply construction;
and the letter "B" means belted-bias
ply construction.
5. Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maxi-
mum permissible inflation pressure.
Refer to the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label for recommended infla-
tion pressure.