2005 Hyundai Accent emergency towing

If the Engine Will Not Start .......................................... 3-2
Jump Starting ............................................................... 3-3
If the Engine Overheats ............................................... 3-4
Spare Tire ..................................................................... 3-5
If You Have a Flat Tire ................................................ 3-6
Changing a Flat Tire .................................................... 3-7
If Your Car Must Be Towed ......................................3-12
Emergency Towing .....................................................3-14
If You Lose Your Keys ..............................................3-14
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
IF YOUR CAR MUST BE TOWED
D060J01E-AATAfter Changing Wheels
If you have a tire gauge, remove the
valve cap and check the air pressure.
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CAUTION:
Your car can be damaged if towed incor-
rectly!
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If your car has to be towed, it should be done by
your Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow truck
service. This will help assure that your car is not
damaged in towing. Also, professionals are gen-
erally aware of state and local laws governing
towing. In any case, rather than risk damage to
your car, it is suggested that you show this
information to the tow truck operator. Be sure
that a safety chain system is used and that all
state and local laws are observed.
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o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE!
After changing wheels, have a techni-
cian tighten the wheel nuts to their
proper torque as soon as possible.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
Steel wheel & aluminium alloy wheel:
65-80 lb.ft (900-1,100 kg.cm)If the pressure is lower than recom-
mended, drive slowly to the nearest
service station and inflate to the cor-
rect pressure. If it is too high, adjust
it until it is correct. Always reinstall
the valve cap after checking or ad-
justing tire pressure. If the cap is not
replaced, air may leak from the tire. If
you lose a valve cap, buy another
and install it as soon as possible.
After you have changed wheels, al-
ways secure the flat tire in its place in
the trunk and return the jack and tools
to their proper storage locations.

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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D080B01A-AATTOWING A CAR WITH MANUAL
TRANSAXLEo If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake is
released.
o If the car is being towed with the front wheels
on the ground, be sure that the transaxle is
in neutral. Also, be sure that the ignition key
is in the "ACC" position. This is necessary to
prevent damage to the steering lock mecha-
nism, which is not designed to hold the front
wheels straight while the car is being towed.
o If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged, a towing dolly
must be used.
D080B01A
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
WITH NO DAMAGE
D080C02A-AATTOWING A CAR WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE
CAUTION:A car with an automatic transaxle should
never be towed from the rear with the front
wheels on the ground. This can cause seri-
ous damage to the transaxle. If the car must
be towed from the rear, a towing dolly must
be used under the front wheels. o NOT OK FOR AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE
o OK FOR MANUAL TRANSAXLE
D080C01A
o If the car is being towed with the rear wheels
on the ground, be sure the parking brake is
released.
!
NOTE:Before towing, check the level of the tran-
saxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range on
the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add
fluid, a towing dolly must be used as de-
scribed above.
D080C02A
o OK FOR AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL
TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLE

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYSD120A01A-AATIf you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers
can make you a new key if you have your key
number.
If you lock the keys inside your car and you
cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers
can use special tools to open the door for you.
CAUTION:
If the car is being towed with all four wheels
on the ground, it can be towed only from the
front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral.
Do not tow at speeds greater than 30 mph
(50 km/h) and for more than 15 miles (25 km).
Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing
the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must
be in the towed vehicle to operate the steer-
ing and brakes.
!
D080D03A-AATEMERGENCY TOWINGFor emergency towing when no commercial tow
vehicle is available, attach a tow cable, chain or
strap to one of the towing hooks under the front/
rear of your car. Do not attempt to tow your
vehicle in this manner on any unpaved surface.
This may result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should it be attempted if the wheels, drive
train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged.
Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neutral
and the key in "ACC" (with the engine off) or in
the "ON" position (with the engine running). A
driver must be in the towed car to steer it and
operate the brakes.
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Front
Rear

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INDEX
5
Precautions..................................................................................1-16
Spark Plugs........................................................................................ 6-8
Speedometer....................................................................................1-43
Starting Procedures........................................................................... 2-5
Steering Wheel
Free-play.....................................................................................6-17
Stereo Sound System.....................................................................1-74
Sun Visor..........................................................................................1-63
T
Tachometer......................................................................................1-43
Tailgate .............................................................................................1-62
Theft-Alarm System........................................................................... 1-7
Tires
Balancing.....................................................................................8-11
Chains.........................................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire ....................................................................... 3-7
If you have a flat tire .................................................................... 3-6
Information.................................................................................... 8-2
Pressure (see glove box) ............................................................ 8-3
Replacement...............................................................................8-11
Rotation.......................................................................................8-10
Snow tires..................................................................................... 8-9
Spare tire....................................................................................... 3-5
Traction.......................................................................................8-11
Towing
Emergency..................................................................................3-14
If your car must be towed .........................................................3-12Trailer towing..............................................................................2-16
Transaxle
Automatic....................................................................................... 2-7
Automatic transaxle fluid checking ............................................6-12
Manual........................................................................................... 2-5
Manual transaxle oil checking...................................................6-11
Trip Computer..................................................................................1-44
Trunk
Emergency latch release ...........................................................1-62
Remote release..........................................................................1-61
V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ................................................. 8-2
Vehicle Load Limt ............................................................................2-16
Vehicle Specifications
Engine ............................................................................................ 9-3
Lubrication Chart.......................................................................... 9-4
Measurement................................................................................ 9-2
W
Warning and Indicatior Lights .........................................................
1-39
Windows
Manual........................................................................................... 1-9
Power..........................................................................................1-10
Windshield Wiper and Washer ........................................................1-48
Adjustable intermittent wiper operation.....................................1-49
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................................................6-10