spark plugs replace Hyundai Accent 2013 Owner's Manual

Driving your vehicle
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Use high quality ethylene glycol
coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high quality
ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling
system. It is the only type of coolant that
should be used because it helps prevent
corrosion in the cooling system, lubri-
cates the water pump and prevents
freezing. Be sure to replace or replenish
your coolant in accordance with the
maintenance schedule in section 7.
Before winter, have your coolant tested to
assure that its freezing point is sufficient
for the temperatures anticipated during
the winter.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the
battery system. Visually inspect the bat-
tery and cables as described in section
7. The level of charge in your battery can
be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer or a service station.
Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that
a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be
used during cold weather. See section 8
for recommendations. If you aren't sure
what weight oil you should use, consult
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in
section 7 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and compo-
nents to be sure they are not cracked,
worn or damaged in any way.
WARNING- Tire chains
• The use of chains may adversely
affect vehicle handling.
• Do not exceed 30 km/h (20 mph)
or the chain manufacturer’s rec-
ommended speed limit, whichev-
er is lower.
• Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, sharp turns, and other
road hazards, which may cause
the vehicle to bounce.
• Avoid sharp turns or locked-
wheel braking.
CAUTION
• Chains that are the wrong size or
improperly installed can damage
your vehicle's brake lines, sus-
pension, body and wheels.
• Stop driving and retighten the
chains any time you hear them
hitting the vehicle.

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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (GASOLINE ENGINE) (CONT.)
30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter - Except China, India, Middle East
❑ Inspect air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)
❑ Inspect battery condition
❑ Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect brake/clutch(if equipped) fluid
❑ Inspect disc brakes and pads
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1- Except Europe
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑ Inspect exhaust system
❑ Inspect front suspension ball joints
❑ Inspect fuel filter *
6- Except Europe
❑ Inspect parking brake
❑ Inspect steering gear rack, linkage and boots
❑ Inspect tire (pressure & tread wear)
❑ Replace air cleaner filter - For China, India, Middle East
❑ Replace climate control air filter (if equipped)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *
2
- Except Middle East
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *2*3
- For Middle East
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months)
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑ Replace spark plugs (Leaded Fuel)
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - For Europe
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - Except Europe
(Every 5,000 km or 6months)
❈Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or
replace

713
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (GASOLINE ENGINE) (CONT.)
60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter - Except China, India, Middle East
❑ Inspect air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)
❑ Inspect battery condition
❑ Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid
❑ Inspect disc brakes and pads
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1 - Except Europe
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑ Inspect exhaust system
❑ Inspect front suspension ball joints
❑ Inspect fuel filter *
6- For Europe
❑ Inspect fuel lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect parking brake
❑ Inspect steering gear rack, linkage and boots
❑ Inspect tire (pressure & tread wear)
❑ Inspect automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑ Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap
❑ Replace air cleaner filter - For China, India, Middle East
❑ Replace climate control air filter (if equipped)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *
2
- Except Middle East
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *2 *3
- For Middle East
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months)
❑ Replace fuel filter *
6 - Except Europe
❑ Replace spark plugs (Leaded Fuel)
❑ Replace spark plugs (Unleaded Fuel)
❑ Inspect cooling system
(At first, 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months)
❑ Add fuel additives *
8 - For Europe
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - Except Europe
(Every 5,000 km or 6months)
❈Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or
replace

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Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (GASOLINE ENGINE) (CONT.)
90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
❑ Inspect air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)
❑ Inspect battery condition
❑ Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect brake/clutch(if equipped) fluid
❑ Inspect disc brakes and pads
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1 - Except Europe
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑ Inspect exhaust system
❑ Inspect front suspension ball joints
❑ Inspect fuel filter *
6 - Except Europe
❑ Inspect parking brake
❑ Inspect steering gear rack, linkage and boots
❑ Inspect tire (pressure & tread wear)
❑ Replace air cleaner filter
❑ Replace climate control air filter (if equipped)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *
2
- Except Middle East
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *2*3
- For Middle East
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months)
❑ Replace spark plugs (Leaded Fuel)
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑ Inspect cooling system
(At first, 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months)
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1 - For Europe
(At first, 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months )
❑ Inspect valve clearance (Gamma 1.4L/1.6L) *
5
(Every 95,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months *4)
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - For Europe
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - Except Europe
(Every 5,000 km or 6months)
❈Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or
replace

717
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (GASOLINE ENGINE) (CONT.)
120,000 km (80,000 miles) or 96 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter - Except China, India, Middle East
❑ Inspect air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)
❑ Inspect battery condition
❑ Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect brake/clutch(if equipped) fluid
❑ Inspect disc brakes and pads
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1 - Except Europe
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
❑ Inspect exhaust system
❑ Inspect front suspension ball joints
❑ Inspect fuel filter *
6 - For Europe
❑ Inspect fuel lines, hoses and connections
❑ Inspect parking brake
❑ Inspect steering gear rack, linkage and boots
❑ Inspect tire (pressure & tread wear)
❑ Inspect automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)
❑ Inspect vapor hose and fuel filler cap
❑ Replace air cleaner filter - For China, India, Middle East
❑ Replace climate control air filter (if equipped)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *
2
- Except Middle East
(Continued)
(Continued)
❑ Replace engine oil and filter *2 *3
- For Middle East
(Every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months)
❑ Replace fuel filter *
6- Except Europe
❑ Replace spark plugs (Leaded Fuel)
❑ Replace spark plugs (Unleaded Fuel)
❑ Replace coolant *
7
(At first, 210,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months *4)
❑ Inspect cooling system
(At first, 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months)
❑ Inspect drive belt *
1 - For Europe
(At first, 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72months
after that, every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months )
❑ Add fuel additives *
8 - For Europe
❑ Add fuel additives *8 - Except Europe
(Every 5,000 km or 6months)
❈Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or
replace

Maintenance
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS (GASOLINE ENGINE)
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Engine oil and
engine oil filter
Except Middle
EastREvery 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or
6 months
A, B, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J, K, L
For Middle EastREvery 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or
6 months
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionA, B, H, I, K
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 100,000 km (62,500 miles)A, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G

Maintenance
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Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses (if equipped)
Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence
of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard
and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,
abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-
cate deterioration. Particular attention
should be paid to examine those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources,
such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure that
the hoses do not come in contact with
any heat source, sharp edges or moving
component which might cause heat dam-
age or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and cou-
plings, to make sure they are secure, and
that no leaks are present. Hoses should
be replaced immediately if there is any
evidence of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filter
A Genuine HYUNDAI air cleaner filter is
recommended when the filter is
replaced.
Spark plugs (for gasoline engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
Valve clearance
(Gasoline - Gamma 1.4L/1.6L)
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized HYUNDAI dealer should
perform the operation.
Cooling system
Check cooling system components, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Manual transaxle fluid
(if equipped)
Inspect the manual transaxle fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
Automatic transaxle fluid
(if equipped)
The fluid level should be in the "HOT"
range of the dipstick, after the engine
and transaxle are at normal operating
temperature. Check the automatic
transaxle fluid level with the engine run-
ning and the transaxle in neutral, with the
parking brake properly applied.