brake fluid HYUNDAI ACCENT 2023 User Guide

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Maintenance
Manual Transmission Fluid
(if equipped)
Inspect the manual transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately.
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in
the brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The
level should be between the MIN and
the MAX marks on the side of the
reservoir. Use only hydraulic
brake/clutch fluid conforming to
DOT4 specification.
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers
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,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, 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.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the
engine off, check for excessive free-
play in the steering wheel. Check the
linkage for bends or damage. Check
the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.
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Checking the Brake/Clutch
Fluid Level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean
the area around the reservoir cap
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch
fluid contamination.If the level is low, add the specified
brake/clutch fluid to the MAX level.
The level will fall with accumulated
mileage. This is a normal condition
associated with the wear of the
brake/clutch linings. If the fluid level
is excessively low, have the brake/
clutch system checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer. Do not allow brake/clutch fluid
to contact the vehicle's body
paint, as paint damage will
result.
Brake/clutch fluid, which has
been exposed to open air for an
extended time should NEVER be
used as its quality cannot be
guaranteed. It should be dis-
posed of properly.
Do not use the wrong kind of
brake/clutch fluid. A few drops
of mineral based oil, such as
engine oil, in your brake/clutch
system can damage brake/
clutch system parts.
Information
Use only the specified brake/clutch
fluid (refer to "Recommended
Lubricants and Capacities" in chap-
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NOTICE
If the brake/clutch system
requires frequent additions of
fluid this could indicate a leak in
the brake/clutch system. Have
the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid
to come in contact with your
eyes. If brake/clutch fluid comes
in contact with your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention.
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Checking the Washer Fluid
Level
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
Checking the Parking Brake
Check the stroke of the parking
brake by counting the number of
"clicks" heard while fully applying it
from the released position. Also, the
parking brake alone should securely
hold the vehicle on a fairly steep
grade. If the stroke is more or less
than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
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To prevent serious injury or
death, take the following safety
precautions when using washer
fluid:
Do not use engine coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Engine coolant can severely
obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident or dam-
age to paint and body trim.
Do not allow sparks or flames
to contact the washer fluid or
the washer fluid reservoir.
Washer fluid may contain alco-
hol and can be flammable.
Do not drink washer fluid and
avoid contact with skin.
Washer fluid is harmful to
humans and animals.
Keep washer fluid away from
children and animals.
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
*1: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.Lubricant
Volume Classification
Coolant
5.3 l(5.60 US qt.)Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol
coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake/Clutch fluid *
30.7~0.8 US qt.
(0.7~0.8 l)DOT 4
Fuel11.9 US gal. (45 l)Refer to "Fuel requirements" in the
Foreword chapter.
*2: Use only specified genuine Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) fluid. The use of
non-specified fluid (even marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift
quality deterioration and vibrations, and eventual transmission failure. (Refer to
"Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Items" in section 7)
*3: To maintain the best braking performance and ABS/ESC performance, we recommend that you use genuine brake fluid that
conform to specifications. (Standard : SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, ISO4925 CLASS-6 and FMVSS 116 DOT-4)
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Brake/clutch fluid ...........................................................7-21
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level.....................7-21
Braking system ...............................................................5-24
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................................5-27
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator........................................5-25
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).............................5-28
Good Braking Practices..............................................5-33
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .................................5-32
Parking Brake .............................................................5-25
Power Brakes..............................................................5-24
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) .......................5-31
Bulb Wattage .....................................................................8-3
California perchlorate notice ..........................................7-84
Child restraint system (CRS) ..........................................2-28
Children Always in the Rear ......................................2-28
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................2-31
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS).................2-29
Climate control air filter .................................................7-24
Filter Inspection..........................................................7-24
Consumer Information ....................................................8-11
Cruise control (CC).........................................................5-46
Cruise Control operation ............................................5-46Dimensions .......................................................................8-2
Door Locks .....................................................................3-12
Auto Door Lock/Unlock Features ..............................3-16
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks ..............................3-16
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............3-13
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle ......3-12
Drive mode integrated control system ............................5-34
Driver Assist System.......................................................3-94
Rear View Monitor .....................................................3-94
Emission control system .................................................7-80
Crankcase Emission Control System .........................7-80
Evaporative Emission Control System Including
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) ........7-80
Exhaust Emission Control System .............................7-81
Engine ...............................................................................8-2
Engine Compartment.................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine coolant ................................................................7-18
Changing Engine Coolant ..........................................7-20
Checking the Engine Coolant Level ..........................7-18
Engine Number ...............................................................8-10
Engine oil ........................................................................7-16
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...........................7-17
Checking the Engine Oil Level ..................................7-16
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