service Hyundai Accent 2009 Owner's Guide

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CHECKING THE ENGINE OILG030A01A-AATEngine oil is essential to the performance
and service of the engine. It is suggested
that you check the oil level at least once
a week in normal use and more often if
you are on a trip or driving in severe
conditions.G030B01O-AATRecommended OilThe engine oil quality should meet the
following classification.
API SJ, SL or ABOVE,
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVE
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MAINTENANCE PRECAU-
TIONS
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G020D01TG-GATImproper or incomplete service may re-
sult in problems. This section gives in-
structions only for the maintenance items
that are easy to perform.
Several procedures should be done by
an authorized Hyundai dealer.
NOTE:
Improper owner maintenance during the
warranty period may affect warranty
coverage.WARNING:
o Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. You can
be seriously injured while perform-
ing some maintenance procedures.
If you lack sufficient knowledge and
experience or the proper tools and
equipment to do the work, have it
done by an authorized Hyundai
dealer.
o Working under the hood with the en-
gine running is dangerous. It be-
comes even more dangerous when
you wear jewelry or loose clothing.
These can become entangled in
moving parts and result in injury.
Therefore, if you must run the engine
while working under the hood, make
certain that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets, watches,
and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose clothing
before getting near the engine or
cooling fans.

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CAUTION:
Slowly pour the recommended oil by
using a funnel. Do not overfill so as not
to damage engine.
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WARNING:
Be very careful not to touch the radia-
tor hose when adding the engine oil as
it may be hot enough to burn you.
G030D02MC-AATAdding OilIf the oil level is close to or below the "L"
mark, add oil until it reaches the "F" mark.
To add oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. Add oil, then check the level again. Do
not overfill.
3. Replace the cap by turning it clock-
wise.
The distance between the "F" and "L"
marks is equal to about 1 quart of oil.
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NOTE:
o It is recommended that the engine oil
and filter should be changed by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.
o Always dispose of used engine oil in
an environmentally acceptable man-
ner. It is suggested that it be placed
in a sealed container and taken to a
service station for reclaimation. Do
not pour the oil on the ground or put
it into the household trash.
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PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine oil contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and reproductive harm.
Used engine oil may cause irritation or
cancer of the skin if left in contact with
the skin for prolonged periods of time.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that
have caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Always protect your skin by
washing your hands thoroughly with
soap and warm water as soon as pos-
sible after handling used oil.

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3. Confirm if the fluid level is in the "HOT"
range on the level gauge. If the fluid
level is lower, add the specified fluid
from the fill hole. If the fluid level is
higher, drain the fluid from the drain
hole.
4. If the fluid level is checked in cold
condition [(fluid temperature 68~86°F
(20~30°C)], add the fluid to the "COLD"
line and then recheck the fluid level
according to the above step 2.
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Fluid level should be within
"HOT" range
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WARNING:
The transaxle fluid level should be
checked when the engine is at normal
operating temperature. This means that
the engine, radiator, exhaust system
etc., are very hot. Exercise great care
not to burn yourself during this proce-
dure.
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CAUTION:
Use of aftermarket ATF additives may
cause damage to the automatic
transaxle.
Only use HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP
III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III or
other brands meeting the SP III specifi-
cation approved by Hyundai Motor Co..
If you are having your vehicle serviced
at a facility other than a Hyundai dealer,
verify that the correct ATF is used for
your vehicle.
G110D03A-AATChecking the automatic transaxle
fluid levelThe automatic transaxle fluid level should
be checked regularly.
Keep the vehicle on level ground with the
parking brake applied and check the fluid
level according to the following proce-
dure.
1. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral)
position and confirm the engine is run-
ning at idle speed.
2. After the transaxle is warmed up suffi-
ciently [(fluid temperature 158~176°F
(70~80°C)], for example by 10 min-
utes usual driving, move the shift lever
through all positions then place the
shift lever in N (Neutral) or P (Park)
position.

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WARNING:
To reduce the chance or serious or
fatal injuries from an accident
caused by tire failure or loss of
vehicle control:
o Replace tires that are worn, show
uneven wear, or are damaged.
Worn tires can cause loss of brak-
ing effectiveness, steering con-
trol, and traction.
o Do not drive your vehicle with too
little or too much pressure in
your tires. This can lead to un-
even wear and tire failure.
o When replacing tires, never mix
radial and bias-ply tires on the
same car. You must replace all
tires (including the spare) if mov-
ing from radial to bias-ply tires.
o Using tires and wheel other than
the recommended sizes could
cause unusual handling charac-
teristics and poor vehicle con-
trol, resulting in a serious acci-
dent.
I090B02JM-AATTIRE MAINTENANCE
In addition to proper inflation, correct
wheel alignment helps to decrease tire
wear. If you find a tire is worn un-
evenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment.
When you have new tires installed,
make sure they are balanced. This will
increase vehicle ride comfort and tire
life. Additionally, a tire shoud always
be rebalanced if it is removed from the
wheel. o Wheels that do not meet Hyundai's
specifications may fit poorly and
result in damage to the vehicle or
unusual handling and poor ve-
hicle control.
o Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used. Regard-
less of the remaining tread, it is
recommended that tires tread, It is
recommended that tires generally
be replaced after 6 years of normal
service. Heat caused by not to hot
climates or frequent high loading
Conditions can accelerate the ag-
ing process. Failure to follow this
Warning can result in sudden tire
failure, which could lead to a loss
of control and an accident involv-
ing serious injury or death.
o The ABS works by comparing the
speed of the wheels. Tire size can
affect wheel speed. When replac-
ing tires, all 4 tires must use the
same size originally supplied with
the vehicle. Using tires of a differ-
ent size can cause the ABS (Anti-
lock Brake System) (If Installed)
to work irregularly.WARNING:
WARNING:
o Underinflated or overinflated tires
can cause poor handling, loss of
vehicle control, and sudden tire
failure leading to accidents, inju-
ries, and even death. Always
check tires are properly inflated
before driving. Refer to pages 2-
20 and 8-3 for proper tire pres-
sures and further information.

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CONSUMER INFORMATIONI130A01A-AATThis consumer information has been pre-
pared in accordance with regulations is-
sued by the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration of the U.S. Depart-
ment of Transportation. It provides the
purchasers and/or prospective purchas-
ers of Hyundai automobiles with informa-
tion on uniform tire quality grading. Your
Hyundai dealer will help answer any
questions you may have as you read this
information.
I130B05A-AATTire Quality Grading
Department of Transportation quality
grades - All passenger vehicle tires
must conform to Federal motor vehicle
Safety Standards in addition to these
grades. These quality grades are
molded on the sidewall.
Treadwear - The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and
a half (1 - 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road char-
acteristics and climate.
WARRANTIES FOR YOUR
HYUNDAI VEHICLEI120A03A-AATPlease consult your Owner's Handbook
& Warranty Information booklet for your
vehicle's specific warranty coverage.

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INDEX
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Heating and Cooling Control ..........................................1-106
Air flow control ............................................................. 1-108
Air intake control switch ...............................................1-107
Defrosting/Defogging....................................................1-112
Fan speed control (Blower control) .............................1-107
Temperature control .....................................................1-110
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light .........................................1-92
Hood Release ....................................................................1-93
Horn..................................................................................1-101
I
Ignition Switch ...................................................................... 2-4
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights ............................1-60
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat) .......................1-80
Interior Light .......................................................................1-87
J
Jump Starting ....................................................................... 3-3
K
Key ........................................................................................ 1-4
If you lose your keys ......................................................3-20
Positions............................................................................ 2-4L
Light Bulb Wattage .............................................................6-27
Light Bulbs Replacement ..................................................6-22
Lubrication Chart .................................................................. 9-4
Luggage Net ......................................................................1-98
M
Maintenance Intervals .......................................................... 5-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ................ 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................. 5-6
Scheduled maintenance .................................................. 5-4
Service requirements ........................................................ 5-2
Maintenance Precautions.................................................... 6-4
Map Light ............................................................................1-87
Mirrors
Day/Night inside rearview mirror ...................................1-91
Outside rearview .............................................................1-89
Multi Box .............................................................................1-89
O
Odometer/Trip Odometer ...................................................1-71
Outside Rearview Mirror ....................................................1-89
P
Parking Brake .....................................................................1-91
Power Outlet .......................................................................1-83
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................6-21