2006 Hyundai Accent steering

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o Modification to SRS components
or wiring, including the addition of any kind of badges to the padcovers or modifications to the body structure, can adversely affect SRS performance and lead to possibleinjury.
o For cleaning the airbag pad cov- ers, use only a soft, dry cloth or one which has been moistened with plain water. Solvents orcleaners could adversely affect the airbag covers and proper deployment of the system.
o No objects should be placed over or near the airbag modules on the steering wheel, instrument panel, and the front passenger'spanel above the glove box, be- cause any such object could cause harm if the vehicle is in acrash severe enough to cause the airbags to inflate.
o If the airbags inflate, they must be replaced by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
!WARNING:
o Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rear- ward facing restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!
o Do not install a child restraint sys- tem in the front passenger seatposition. A child restraint system must never be placed in the front seat.The infant or child could be se- verely injured by an airbag de- ployment in case of an accident. B240C01HP
B240C02Y-GAT SRS Care The SRS is virtually maintenance-free and there are no parts you can safelyservice by yourself. The entire SRS system must be inspected by an au- thorized Hyundai dealer 10 years afterthe date that the vehicle was manufac- tured. Any work on the SRS system, such as removing, installing, repairing, or any work on the steering wheel must beperformed by a qualified Hyundai tech- nician. Improper handling of the SRS system may result in serious personalinjury.

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MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH
SB220A1-E Turn Signal Operation To signal an intention to turn right, the switch lever should be pressed down.To signal an intention to turn left, the switch lever should be pushed upwards. In both instances, the turn signal lightson one side of the car will flash and the warning light located in the instrument cluster will flash in sympathy. Uponcompletion of the manoeuvre, the lever will, under normal circumstances, re- turn to the "Off" position. However, ifthe manoeuvre involved only a small movement of the steering wheel, the signal may need to be cancelled manu-ally. If either turn signal indicator flashes more rapidly than normal or refuses to flash at all, a malfunction of the turnsignal system may exist. SB220B1-E Lane Change Signal To indicate an intention to change lanes, moving the lever slightly towards thedirection of the relevant turn signal will cause the turn signal lights to flash. When the lever is released, it will returnto the "off" position.
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HLC2069-D
B340C03FC-EAT LIGHTING SWITCH The vehicle sidelights and headlights are operated by rotating the end of theturn signal switch barrel. To operate the side lights, rotating the switch to the first detent with ignition switch at the"OFF" position will cause the lights to illuminate. To operate the headlights, the turn signal switch barrel should berotated to the second detent. The head- lights will only operate when the ignition switch is at the "On" position. If theignition switch is turned to the "Off" position, only the side lights will func- tion.

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52WINDSCREEN WIPER/ WASHER SWITCH
SB230A1-E The windscreen wiper switch, depen- dent upon model, has three operating positions.
1. Intermittent wiper operation.
2. Low speed operation.
3. High speed operation. NOTE: To prevent damage to the wiper sys- tem, do not attempt to wipe away heavy accumulations of snow or ice.Accumulated snow and ice should be removed manually. If there is only a light layer of snow or ice, operatethe heater in the defrost mode to melt the snow or ice before using the wiper.
NOTE: The ignition must be in the "ON" position to turn on the headlights. Side light auto cut (Not all models) If you do not turn the side light "OFF" after driving, the side light will automati- cally shut "OFF" when the driver's door is opened.To turn them "ON" again you must simply turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
SB220D1-E HIGH AND LOW BEAM To turn on the headlight high beams, push the lever forward (away from you).For low beams, pull the lever back (toward you). The appropriate headlight beam indicator light will come on at thesame time. SB220E1-E HEADLIGHT FLASH The headlights may be flashed by pull- ing the turn signal switch lever towards the steering wheel. The headlights will be extinguished when the switch isreleased.
B340F01A-EAT Daytime Running Lights (Not all models) Your Hyundai is equipped with daytime running lights. The daytime runninglights are used to improve visibility for oncoming traffic. Your vehicle daytime running lights are designed to remain oncontinuously when the engine is operat- ing even though the headlight switch is in the "OFF" position. However, thedaytime running lights will be off whilst the parking brake is applied.
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NOTE:
o Do not operate the washer more
than 15 seconds at a time or when the fluid reservoir is empty.
o In icy or freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen tothe glass prior to operating thewipers.
o In areas where water freezes in
winter, use windscreen washerantifreeze.
Mist Wiper Operation
To use the windscreen washer, pull thewiper/washer lever toward the steeringwheel. When the washer lever is oper- ated, the wipers automatically make two passes across the windscreen.The washer continues to operate until the lever is released. B350B01O-EAT Windscreen Washer Operation
If a single wipe is desired in mist, push the windscreen wiper and washer con-trol lever upwards.
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B350B02A-DB350C01O-DAT Adjustable Intermittent Wiper Operation To use the intermittent wiper feature, place the wiper switch in the "INT" position. With the switch in this posi-tion, the interval between wipes can be varied from approximately 1 to 18 sec- onds by turning the interval adjusterbarrel. This is also varied automatically depending on your road speed.
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70STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER
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B600A01A-EAT (Not all models)
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Push the lever downward to unlock.
2. Raise or lower the steering wheel to the desired position.
3. After adjustment, securely tighten
the lever by pulling it upward.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to adjust the steeringwheel whilst driving as this may result in loss of control of the vehicle and result in death or serious injury. HLC2048-D
B580A01A-D
SUN VISOR
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Your Hyundai is equipped with sun visors to give the driver and front pas-senger either frontal or sideward shade. The sun visors are fitted on both sides on all models. To reduce glare or toshut out direct rays of the sun, turn the sun visor down to block the annoy- ance. A ticket holder is provided on theback of the sun visor for the driver. Vanity mirrors are provided on the back of the sun visor for the driver andthe front passenger (Not all models). NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem (SRS) label containing useful information can be found on thefront of each sun visor.
WARNING:
Do not place the sun visor in such a manner that it obscures visibility of the roadway, traffic or other ob-jects.
B580A01TB-EAT
HLC2105-DType A
Type B
Type A
Type B

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HORN
B610B01A-DAT
Press the centre hub of the steering wheel to sound the horn. B610B02A

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
3TO START THE ENGINEBEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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C020A01O-EAT Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure
there are no flat tyres, puddles of oil or water or other indications of pos- sible trouble.
2. After entering the car, check to be sure the parking brake is engaged.
3. Check that all windows, and lights are clean.
4. Check that the interior and exterior
mirrors are clean and in position.
5. Check your seat, seatback and headrestraint to be sure they are intheir proper positions.
6. Close all the doors.
7. Fasten your seat belt and be sure
that all other occupants have fas- tened theirs.
8. Turn off all lights and accessories
that are not needed.
9. When you turn the ignition switch to "ON" check that all appropriate warn-ing lights are operating and that youhave sufficient fuel. 10.Check the operation of warning
lights and all bulbs when key is inthe "ON" position.
WARNING: (DIESEL ENGINE)
To ensure that sufficient vacuum exists within the brake system dur- ing cold weather start-up condi- tions, it is necessary to run theengine at idle for several seconds after starting the engine. SC040A1-F COMBINATION IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING LOCK
o If your Hyundai is equipped with a
manual transaxle, place the shift lever in neutral and depress the clutch pedal fully.
o If your Hyundai has an automatic
transaxle, place the shift lever in "P"(park).
o To start the engine, insert the igni- tion key and turn it to the "START"position. Release it as soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the key inthe "START" position for more than 15 seconds.
NOTE: For safety, the engine will not start if the shift lever is not in "P" or "N" position (Automatic Transaxle).

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4KEY POSITIONS
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o "START" The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key. NOTE: Do not hold the key in the "START" position for more than 15 seconds.
o "ON" When the key is at the "ON" position, the ignition and all accessories are available for use. If the engine is not running, the key should not be left atthis position since the battery will be- come discharged and damage to the ignition system may also result. Forinformation regarding engine starting, refer to "STARTING THE ENGINE".
o "ACC" When the ignition key is at the "ACC" position, the radio and other accesso- ries may be used.
o "LOCK" The ignition key may only be inserted or removed at this position.
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WARNING:
The engine must never be turned off and the key removed from the ignition key cylinder whilst the ve- hicle is in motion since the steeringlock will operate and control of the vehicle will be lost. SB050B1-E STEERING WHEEL LOCK When the key is removed, the steering column lock will be activated and willengage when the steering wheel is turned to the appropriate position. It is not necessary to turn the wheel untillocked each time the key is removed since in the event of any unauthorized attempt at removal, the lock will be-come effective as soon as the steering wheel is turned. To unlock the steer- ing, insert the key and turn to the"ACC" position. If the steering is locked, it may be necessary to rock the steer- ing wheel slightly to facilitate turningthe key. Under no circumstances should the key be forced since break- age of the key will occur.
C040A01E
LOCK
ACC
ON
START