Wind shield HYUNDAI ACCENT 2023 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance
The electric motor for the cooling fan
is controlled by engine coolant tem-
perature, refrigerant pressure and
vehicle speed. As the engine coolant
temperature decreases, the electric
motor will automatically shut off. This
is a normal condition. If your vehicle
is equipped with GDI, the electric
motor for the cooling fan may begin
to operate at any time and continue
to operate until you disconnect the
negative battery cable.
Changing Engine Coolant
Have coolant changed by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this chapter.To prevent damage to engine
parts, put a thick towel around the
radiator cap before refilling the
coolant to prevent the coolant
from overflowing into engine
parts, such as the alternator.
NOTICE
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.
Engine coolant may also cause
damage to paint and body trim.
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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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Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windshield wiper functionality.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commercial
car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window
and the blades with a clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, arms or other compo-
nents, do not:
Use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.
Attempt to move the wipers
manually.
Use non-specified wiper blades.
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manu-
ally.
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper mal-
function and failure.
In order to prevent damage to
the hood and the wiper arms, the
wiper arms should only be lifted
when in the top wiping position.
Always return the wiper arms to
the windshield before driving.
Front windshield wiper blade
replacement
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Ty p e A
1. Put the front windshield wipers
into the service position.
2. Raise the wiper arm and slightly
rotate the wiper blade assembly to
expose the plastic locking clip.
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it
may chip or crack the windshield.
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3. Press the clip (1) and slide the
blade assembly downward (2).
4. Lift it off the arm.
5. Install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.
6. Return the wiper arm on the wind-
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Type B
1. Raise the wiper arm.
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it
may chip or crack the windshield.2. Lift the wiper blade clip. Then push
down the blade body.
3. Install the new blade assembly in
the reverse order of removal.
4. Return the wiper arm on the wind-
shield.
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the number used in register-
ing your car and in all legal matters
pertaining to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the passenger seat. To check
the number, open the cover.The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver's side center pillar gives
the Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN).
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Tire Terminology and Definitions ..............................7-40
Tire Traction ...............................................................7-36
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...........................7-34
Wheel Replacement....................................................7-36
Towing ............................................................................6-21
Emergency Towing.....................................................6-23
Removable Towing Hook...........................................6-22
Tie-down Hook...........................................................6-24
Towing Service ...........................................................6-21
Trailer Towing.................................................................5-63
Trip Computer .................................................................3-77
Type A ........................................................................3-77
Type B ........................................................................3-81
Vehicle Certification Label ...............................................8-9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............................8-9
Vehicle load limit ............................................................5-58
Tire Loading Information Label.................................5-59
Volume and Weight ...........................................................8-5Washer fluid ....................................................................7-22
Checking the Washer Fluid Level ..............................7-22
Windows .........................................................................3-33
Manual windows ........................................................3-36
Power Windows..........................................................3-33
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging .........................3-115
Auto Defogging System
(Only for Automatic Climate Control System) .....3-118
Rear Window Defroster ............................................3-119
Winter driving .................................................................5-54
Snow or Icy Conditions..............................................5-54
Winter Precautions .....................................................5-56
Wiper blades ...................................................................7-26
Blade Inspection .........................................................7-26
Blade Replacement .....................................................7-26
Wipers and Washers ........................................................3-92
Windshield Washers ...................................................3-93
Windshield Wipers .....................................................3-92
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