maintenance schedule Hyundai Accent 2015 Owner's Guide

Maintenance
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Automatic transaxle fluid
(if equipped)
Automatic transaxle fluid should not be
checked under normal usage conditions.
But in severe conditions, the fluid should
be changed at an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer in accordance to the scheduled
maintenance at the beginning of this
chapter.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Automatic transaxle fluid color is basi-
cally red.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
transaxle fluid will begin to look darker.
It is normal condition and you should
not judge the need to replace the fluid
based upon the changed color.
Manual transaxle fluid
(if equipped)
Inspect the manual transaxle fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake/clutch fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of
the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake
fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4
specification.
Valve clearance
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized HYUNDAI dealer should
perform the operation.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system includ-
ing the parking brake pedal and cables.
Brake discs, pads, calipers and
rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-
fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,
or damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle malfunc-
tion and failure.
Use only specified automatic
transaxle fluid. (Refer to
“Recommended lubricants and
capacities” in section 8.)

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Maintenance
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the begin-
ning of this section.The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at the
beginning of the winter season, and
before traveling to a colder climate.
ENGINE COOLANT
CALIFORNIA PROPOSI-
TION 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 irrita-
tion 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 possible after handling used oil.

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Maintenance
Recommended engine coolant
When adding coolant, use only deion-
ized water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the
coolant filled at the factory. An improp-
er coolant mixture can result in serious
malfunction or engine damage.
The engine in your vehicle has aluminum
engine parts and must be protected by
an ethylene-glycol-based coolant to pre-
vent corrosion and freezing.
DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol
coolant or mix them with the specified
coolant.
Do not use a solution that contains
more than 60% antifreeze or less than
35% antifreeze, which would reduce
the effectiveness of the solution.
For mixture percentage, refer to the fol-
lowing table.
Changing the coolant
Have coolant changed by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this section.
WARNING -Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely
obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth or fabric around
the radiator cap before refilling the
coolant in order to prevent the
coolant from overflowing into
engine parts such as generator.
WARNING
Radiator cap
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding hot coolant and
steam may blow out under pres-
sure causing serious injury.
ORBC072006
5°F (-15°C) 35 65
-13°F (-25°C) 40 60
-31°F (-35°C) 50 50
-49°F (-45°C) 60 40
Ambient
TemperatureMixture Percentage (volume)
AntifreezeWater

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Maintenance
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the ele-
ment more often than the usual recom-
mended intervals. (Refer to
“Maintenance under severe usage condi-
tions” in this section.)
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be
replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in
severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a long period, it should
be inspected more frequently and
replaced earlier. When you replace the
climate control air filter, replace it per-
forming the following procedure, and be
careful to avoid damaging other compo-
nents.
Filter replacement
1. Open the glove box and remove the
support strap (1).
CAUTION
Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed; this will result in exces-
sive engine wear.
When removing the air cleaner fil-
ter, be careful that dust or dirt
does not enter the air intake, or
damage may result.
Use a HYUNDAI genuine part. Use
of non-genuine parts could dam-
age the air flow sensor and
engine.
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
ORB070060

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Maintenance
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
The emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty infor-
mation contained in the Owner’s
Handbook & Warranty Information book-
let in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an emis-
sion control system to meet all applicable
emission regulations.
There are three emission control sys-
tems, as follows.
(1) Crankcase emission control system
(2) Evaporative emission control system
(3) Exhaust emission control system
In order to assure 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
maintenance schedule in this manual.Caution for the Inspection and
Maintenance Test (With Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system)
To prevent the vehicle from misfir-
ing during dynamometer testing,
turn the Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) system off by pressing the
ESC switch.
After dynamometer testing is com-
pleted, turn the ESC system back on
by pressing the ESC switch again.1. Crankcase emission control
system
The positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem is employed to prevent air pollution
caused by blow-by gases being emitted
from the crankcase. This system supplies
fresh filtered air to the crankcase through
the air intake hose. Inside the crankcase,
the fresh air mixes with blow-by gases,
which then pass through the PCV valve
into the induction system.
2. Evaporative emission control
(including ORVR: Onboard
Refueling Vapor Recovery)
system
The Evaporative Emission Control
System is designed to prevent fuel
vapors from escaping into the atmos-
phere.
(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.)

Index
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Emergency starting ··························································6-4
Jump starting ·······························································6-4
Push starting ································································6-5
Emergency while driving·················································6-2
Emission control system ················································7-76
Crankcase emission control system ··························7-76
Evaporative emission control System ·······················7-76
Exhaust emission control system ······························7-77
Engine ··············································································8-2
Engine compartment ························································2-4
Engine coolant ·······························································7-23
Engine number ·································································8-7
Engine oil ·······································································7-22
Engine overheats······························································6-6
Engine temperature gauge ·············································4-38
Engine will not start·························································6-3
Evaporative emission control system ····························7-75
Exhaust emission control system···································7-76
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-19
Exterior care···································································7-70
Flat tire (with spare tire) ················································6-17
Jack and tools ····························································6-17
Changing tires ···························································6-18
Compact spare tire ····················································6-23
Removing and storing the spare tire ·························6-18Flat tire (with tire mobility kit) ·····································6-25
Floor mat anchor(s) ·······················································4-90
Fluid
Brakes/clutch fluid ····················································7-26
Washer fluid ······························································7-27
Folding the rear seat ······················································3-11
Front passenger and rear seat belt ·································3-17
Front seat adjustment ·······················································3-5
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-23
Fuel gauge······································································4-39
Fuel requirements ····························································1-3
Fuses ··············································································7-51
Fuse/relay panel description······································7-54
Instrument panel fuse ················································7-52
Memory fuse ·····························································7-52
Multi fuse ··································································7-54
Gauge
Engine temperature gauge·········································4-38
Fuel gauge ·································································4-39
GAW (Gross axle weight) ·············································5-47
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ································5-47
Glove box·······································································4-85
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ········································5-47
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ···························5-47
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Label
Air bag warning label················································3-60
Refrigerant label ··························································8-7
Tire sidewall labeling ················································7-43
Tire specification and pressure label···························8-7
Vehicle certification label············································8-6
Light bulbs ·····································································7-60
Lighting··········································································4-52
Battery saver function ···············································4-52
Lower anchor ·································································3-32
Lubricants and capacities·················································8-4
Luggage net ···································································4-86
Maintenance
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···········7-19
Maintenance services ··················································7-3
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Normal maintenance schedule ····································7-7
Owner maintenance·····················································7-4
Scheduled maintenance service ··································7-6
Tire maintenance ·······················································7-42Maintenance schedule······················································7-6
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Normal maintenance schedule ····································7-7
Maintenance services ·······················································7-3
Manual climate control system······································4-65
Air conditioning ························································4-70
Climate control air filter············································4-73
Heating and air conditioning·····································4-66
Manual transaxle······························································5-7
Memory fuse ··································································7-52
Mirrors ···········································································4-32
Day/night rearview mirror ········································4-32
Inside rearview mirror···············································4-32
Outside rearview mirror ············································4-33
Multi fuse ·······································································7-54
Occupant detection system ············································3-41
Odometer ·······································································4-40
Oil (Engine) ···································································7-22
Outside rearview mirror·················································4-33
Overheats ·········································································6-6
Owner maintenance ·························································7-4
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Index
Parking brake ·································································5-17
Parking brake ·································································7-26
Power brakes··································································5-16
Power outlet ···································································4-88
Power window lock button ············································4-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt····················································3-20
Push starting·····································································6-5
Rear center belt ······························································3-18
Rear seat···········································································3-9
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ··················7-36
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number························8-5
Refrigerant label ······························································8-7
Remote keyless entry ·······················································4-6
Replacement light bulb ··················································7-61
Road warning ···································································6-2
Rocking the vehicle ·······················································5-34
Roof antenna ··································································4-94Scheduled maintenance service ·······································7-6
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Normal maintenance schedule ····································7-7
Seat belt warning ···························································3-15
Seat belts ········································································3-14
Rear center belt ·························································3-18
Height adjustment ·····················································3-16
Pre-tensioner seat belt ···············································3-20
Seat belt - Driver's 3-point system ····························3-16
Seat belt warning·······················································3-15
Seat belts - Front passenger and rear seat ·················3-17
Seatback pocket ·······························································3-8
Seating capacity ·····························································5-43
Seats ·················································································3-2
Armrest(front) ·····························································3-6
Folding the rear seat ··················································3-11
Front seat adjustment ··················································3-5
Headrest(front) ····························································3-6
Headrest(rear) ······························································3-9
Rear seat ······································································3-9
Seatback pocket···························································3-8
Side impact air bag ························································3-50
Sliding armrest ·······························································4-84
Smooth cornering···························································5-35
Snow tires ······································································5-38
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