steering Hyundai Accent 2009 Owner's Guide

Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................ 6-3
Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 6-4
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-4
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................ 6-7
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ..................................... 6-8
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) .........................6-11
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-11
Checking the Brakes ..................................................6-13
Air Conditioning Care..................................................6-14
Changing the Climate Control Air Filter .......................6-15
Checking and Replacing Fuses..................................6-16
Checking the Battery..................................................6-19
Power Steering Fluid Level .........................................6-21
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-22
Bulb Wattages.............................................................6-27
Fuse Panel Description...............................................6-28
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE2
ENGINE COMPARTMENTG010A01MC-AAT1. Engine oil filler cap .................. 6-6
2. Brake fluid reservoir ...............6-13
3. Air cleaner filter ........................ 6-8
4. Fuse/Relay box .......................6-165. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir cap ...........................6-10
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If Installed) .............................6-21
7. Engine oil level dipstick ........... 6-58. Radiator cap ............................. 6-7
9. Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If Installed) ................6-12
10. Engine coolant reservoir .......... 6-7
11. Battery .....................................6-19
OMC059036L
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing
the engine, you should handle
tools and other heavy objects
carefully so that the plastic
cover of the engine is not dam-
aged.
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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GENERAL CHECKS
G020C01A-AATVehicle InteriorThe following should be checked each
time when the vehicle is driven:
o Light 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, including
clutchoperation
o Automatic transaxle operation, includ-
ing "Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sun visor operation
If you notice anything that does not oper-
ate correctly or appear to be functioning
correctly, inspect it carefully and seek
assistance from your Hyundai dealer if
service is needed.
G020A01A-AATEngine 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 components)
o Power steering fluid level and condi-
tion
o Battery condition
o Air cleaner filter condition
G020B01A-AATVehicle ExteriorThe following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut tight-
ness
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)

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G240A01A-AATPOWER STEERING HOSESIt is suggested that you check the power
steering hose connections for fluid leak-
age at those intervals specified in the
vehicle maintenance schedule in Section
5.
The power steering hoses should be re-
placed if there is severe surface cracking,
pulling, scuffing or worn spots. Deteriora-
tion of the hose could cause premature
failure.
POWER STEERING FLUID
LEVELG230A01MC-AAT(If Installed)The power steering fluid level should be
checked regularly. To check the power
steering fluid level, be sure the engine 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.NOTE:
o Grinding noise from the power steer-
ing pump may be heard immediately
after the engine is started in ex-
tremely cold conditions (below -4°F).
If the noise stops during warm up,
there is no abnormal function in the
system. It is due to a power steering
fluid characteristic in extremely cold
conditions.
o Do not start the engine when the
power steering oil reservoir is empty.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT YOUR HYUNDAIG250A01A-AATIf you desire additional information about
maintaining and servicing your Hyundai,
you may purchase a factory Shop Manual
at your Hyundai dealer's parts depart-
ment. This is the same manual used by
dealership technicians and while it is
highly technical it can be useful in obtain-
ing a better understanding of your car
and how it works.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS & BINDING ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS
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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-
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS2
Tire Size
P175/70 R14, P185/65 R14, P195/55 R15
P175/70 R14, P185/65 R14, P205/45 R16
T115/70 D15
in. (mm)
Liter
45
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Ventilated disc
Drum
Cable operated on rear wheel
4Door
3Door
Spare
US. gal
11.9 Fuel tank capacityImp.gal
9.9
Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
Inflation Pressure
32PSI (220 kPa)
60PSI (420 kPa)
J010A03MC-AATMEASUREMENTJ020A01MC-AATPOWER STEERING
J060A01A-AATFUEL SYSTEMJ050A02MC-AATBRAKEJ030A03MC-AATTIRE
4 DOOR
168.5 (4280)
66.7 (1695)
57.8 (1470)
98.4 (2500)
57.8 (1470) / 58.4 (1485)*
57.4 (1460) / 58 (1475)* Item
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheel base
Wheel tread
Front
Rear
3 DOOR
159.2 (4045)
Type
Wheel free play
Rack stroke
Oil pump type
Rack and pinion
0 ~ 1.18 in (0 ~ 30 mm)
5.59 in. (142 mm)
5.43 in. (138 mm)
Vane type
175 Tire only
Except 175 Tire
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS4
Oil & Grease Standard
API SJ, SL or ABOVE,
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVE
HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4)
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.PSF-3
DOT 3, DOT 4 or Equivalent
Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiatorSAE 5W-20, 5W-30
(ALL TEMP. RANGE)
SAE 10W-30 [ABOVE 0°F (-18°C)]
LUBRICATION CHART
Item
Engine oil
Recommends
TransaxleManual
Automatic
Power steering
Brake fluid
CoolantManual
Transaxle
Automatic
Transaxle
J080A01MC-AAT
Q'ty (US.QTS)(Imp.qts, liter)
Drain and refill
Without oil filter : 3.17 (2.6, 3.0)
With oil filter : 3.48 (2.9, 3.3)
2 (1.67, 1.9)
6.44 (5.3, 6.1)
As required
As required
5.49 (4.5, 5.2)
5.60 (4.6, 5.3)

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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

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INDEX
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R
Rear Seat
Folding rear seatbacks ...................................................1-19
Warning...........................................................................1-22
Rear Window Defroster Switch .........................................1-81
Reporting Safety Defects ...................................................8-18
S
Seats ...................................................................................1-13
Front ................................................................................1-14
Rear.................................................................................1-18
Seat Belts ...........................................................................1-22
3-Point system ................................................................1-26
Adjusting your seat belt ..................................................1-28
Care of seat belts ...........................................................1-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt ...................................................1-39
Precautions.....................................................................1-22
Speedometer......................................................................1-71
Starting Procedure ............................................................... 2-5
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ................................................1-101
Stereo Sound System ......................................................1-117
Sun Visor ............................................................................1-99
Sunglass Holder ................................................................1-88
Sunroof...............................................................................1-84T
Tachometer.........................................................................1-70
Theft-Alarm System .............................................................. 1-8
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........................... 3-5
Tires
All season tires ...............................................................8-10
Balancing........................................................................8-12
Chains.............................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire .........................................................3-11
Checking the inflation pressure ....................................... 8-5
If you have a flat tire .......................................................3-11
Information........................................................................ 8-3
Maintenance...................................................................8-13
Pressure............................................................................ 8-3
Replacement...................................................................8-12
Rotation...........................................................................8-11
Sidewall labeling.............................................................. 8-6
Snow tires .......................................................................8-10
Spare tire ........................................................................3-10
Terminology and definitions ............................................. 8-8
Traction...........................................................................8-12
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) ........................................................2-20
Emergency......................................................................3-18
If your vehicle must be towed ........................................3-16