2003 Hyundai Accent wiper fluid

1- 42 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
B350B01A-AAT
WINDSHIELD WASHER OPERATION
To use the windshield washer, pull the wiper/
washer lever toward the steering wheel. When
the washer lever is operated, the wipers auto-
matically make two passes across the wind-
shield. The washer continues to operate until
the lever is released.
NOTE:o Do not operate the washer more than 15
seconds at a time or when the fluid reser-
voir is empty.
o In icy or freezing weather, be sure the
wiper blades are not frozen to the glass
prior to operating the wipers.
o In areas where water freezes in winter,
use windshield washer antifreeze.
HLC2075HLC2076
Mist Wiper OperationB350C01O-GAT
Adjustable Intermittent Wiper Opera-
tion
To use the intermittent wiper feature, place the
wiper switch in the "INT" position. With the
switch in this position, the interval between
wipes can be varied from approximately 1 to 18
seconds by turning the interval adjuster barrel.
This is also varied automatically depending on
your road speed.
HLC2074If a single wipe is desired in mist, move the
windshield wiper and washer control lever up.

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 43
B380A01HP-AAT
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
SWITCH (If Installed)
The rear window defroster is turned on by
pushing in the switch. To turn the defroster off,
push the switch a second time. The rear
window defroster automatically turns itself off
after about 20 minutes. To restart the defrost-
er cycle, push in the switch again after it has
turned itself off.
B370A01A-AAT
HAZARD WARNING SYSTEM
The hazard warning system should be used
whenever you find it necessary to stop the car
in a hazardous location. When you must make
such an emergency stop, always pull off the
road as far as possible.Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds or when the fluid reser-
voir is empty; this could damage the system.
Do not operate the wiper when the window is
dry; this can result in scratching as well as
premature wiper blade wear.
For the reason stated above,do not operate the
washer when the washer fluid reservoir is empty.
B390A02A-AAT
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER
(If Installed)
B390A01A-1
The rear window wiper and washer are turned
on by depressing the button.
Washer fluid is sprayed onto the glass as long
as the " " is depressed.
1. When the " " position is depressed,
the rear window wiper starts to operate con-
tinuously.
2. When the " " position is depressed,
the rear window wiper starts to operate three
times after the washer fluid sprays onto the
rear window.
3. When the " " position is depressed,
the interval between wipes operates every
five seconds intermittently.
B370B01A
The hazard warning lights are turned on by
pushing in the hazard switch. This causes all
turn signal lights to blink. The hazard warning
lights will operate even though the key is not in
the ignition.
To turn the hazard warning lights off, push the
switch a second time.
B370A01A

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 6- 3
G020C01A-AATVehicle Interior
The 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 clutch
operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including
"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 operate
correctly or appear to be functioning correctly,
inspect it carefully and seek assistance from
your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
G020A01A-AATGENERAL CHECKS
Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
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 condition
o Battery Condition
o Air filter condition
G020B01A-AATVehicle Exterior
The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut tightness
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)

6- 10 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
G090A01A-AATFILLING THE WASHER RESERVOIR
A good quality washer fluid should be used to fill
the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be
checked more frequently during bad weather or
whenever the washer system is in more fre-
quent use.
The capacity of the washer reservoir is 3.2 U.S.
quarts (3.0 Liters).
CAUTION:o Radiator anti-freeze (engine coolant)
should not be used in the washer system
because it will damage the car's finish.
o The washer lever should not be operated
if the washer reservoir is empty. This can
damage the washer fluid pump.
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G100A03A-AATCHECKING THE TRANSAXLE OIL
(MANUAL)
Transaxle lubricant in the manual transaxle
should be checked at those intervals specified
in the vehicle maintenance schedule in Section
5.
Recommended OilUse only HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF
75W/90 (API GL-4) or equivalent in the manual
transaxle.
Manual Transaxle Oil Capacity
The oil capacity of the manual transaxle is 2.27
U.S. quarts (2.15 liters).
HXGS506
Drain plug Filler plug
G080A02A-AATWINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
The wiper blades should be carefully inspected
from time to time and cleaned to remove accu-
mulations of road film or other debris. To clean
the wiper blades and arms, use a clean sponge
or cloth with a mild soap or detergent and water.
If the wipers continue to streak or smear the
glass, replace them with genuine Hyundai re-
placement parts or their equivalent.
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CAUTION:o Do not operate the wipers on dry glass.
This can result in more rapid wear of the
wiper blades and may scratch the glass.
o Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
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HLC5007

10- 4 INDEX
P
Parking Brake ...................................................................................1-51
Power Steering Fluid Level ...............................................................6-20
Pretensioner Seat Belt ......................................................................1-25
R
Rear Seats
Fold down ....................................................................................1-12
Rear seat entry ............................................................................1-12
Rear Window Defroster Switch .........................................................1-43
Rear Window Wiper and Washer .....................................................1-43
Replacement of Bulbs .......................................................................6-22
S
Seat Belts
2-Point static type ........................................................................1-18
3-Point type ..................................................................................1-16
Adjusting your seat belt ...............................................................1-18
Adjutable height ...........................................................................1-16
Care of seat belts ........................................................................1-15
Precautions ..................................................................................1-14
Spark Plugs ........................................................................................ 6-8
Speedometer.....................................................................................1-37
Starting Procedures ............................................................................ 2-4
Steering Wheel
Free-play ......................................................................................6-16
Stereo Sound System .......................................................................1-66
Sun Visor ..........................................................................................1-55 I
Ignition Switch ..................................................................................... 2-3
Instrument Cluster and Indicator .......................................................1-33
Instrument Panel Light Control (Rheostat) .......................................1-45
Interior Light ......................................................................................1-47
J
Jump Starting ...................................................................................... 3-3
K
Keys .................................................................................................. 1-3
If you lose your keys ...................................................................3-12
Positions ........................................................................................ 2-3
M
Maintenance Intervals
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .............................. 5-7
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ................................ 5-6
Scheduled maintenance ................................................................. 5-4
Service requirements ..................................................................... 5-2
Mirrors
Day/night inside rearview .............................................................1-50
Outside rear view ........................................................................1-48
O
Odometer/Trip Odometer ..................................................................1-38

INDEX 10- 5
T
Tachometer.......................................................................................1-37
Tailgate..............................................................................................1-54
Theft-Alarm System ............................................................................ 1-6
Tires
Balancing ....................................................................................... 8-4
Chains ............................................................................................ 8-3
Changing a flat tire ........................................................................ 3-6
If you have a flat tire ...................................................................... 3-5
Information..................................................................................... 8-2
Pressure (see glove box) .............................................................. 8-2
Replacement.................................................................................. 8-4
Rotation.......................................................................................... 8-4
Snow tires ...................................................................................... 8-3
Spare tire ....................................................................................... 3-4
Traction .......................................................................................... 8-4
Towing
Emergency ...................................................................................3-12
If your car must be towed ...........................................................3-10
Trailer towing ...............................................................................2-14
Transaxle
Automatic ....................................................................................... 2-7
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ..............................................6-11
Manual........................................................................................... 2-5
Manual transaxle oil checking .....................................................6-10
Trip Computer ...................................................................................1-38
Trunk
Emergency latch release .............................................................1-54
Remote release ............................................................................1-53V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................................................... 8-2
Vehicle Specifications
Engine............................................................................................ 9-3
Lubrication Chart ............................................................................ 9-4
Measurement................................................................................. 9-2
W
Warning Lights and Indicatior ...........................................................1-34
Windows
Manual........................................................................................... 1-8
Power ............................................................................................. 1-9
Windshield Wiper and Washer .........................................................1-41
Adjustable intermittent wiper operation ........................................1-42
Windshield Wiper Blades .............................................................6-10