2008 Hyundai Accent steering

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS6
DRIVING
CONDITION MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
AIR CLEANER FILTER
SPARK PLUGS
BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND ROTORS
REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS,
PARKING BRAKE
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE
& BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT
DRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS
TIMING BELT
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
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R MAINTENANCE
OPERATION MAINTENANCE ITEM
EVERY 3,000 MILES (4,800 KM) OR 3 MONTHS
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
EVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
EVERY 37,500 MILES (60,000 KM) OR 48 MONTHS
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM)
EVERY 30,000 MILES (48,000 KM)
MORE FREQUENTLY
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONSA - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5miles (8km) in normal
temperature or less than 10miles (16km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold
weatherE - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 100 MPH (170 Km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditionsA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
C, E
B, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, E, F, G, H, I
C, E, F
B, C, D, E, F, G
A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
A, C, E, F, G, H, I
C, EMAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONSF040A02MC-AATThe following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below
for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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F070M01A-AATo Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball JointWith the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the steer-
ing wheel. Check the linkage for bends or
damage. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
F070L01A-AATo Suspension Mounting BoltsCheck the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.F070K01A-AATo Exhaust Pipe and MufflerVisually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-
fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,
or damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.F070J01A-AATo Brake Pads, Calipers and RotorsCheck the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
F070Q01A-AATo Air Conditioning RefrigerantCheck the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage. Check
air conditioning performance according
to the relevant shop manual if necessary.F070P01A-AATo Driveshafts and BootsCheck the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Re-
place any damaged parts and, if neces-
sary, repack the grease.
F070N01A-AATo Power Steering Pump, Belt and
HosesCheck the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage. Replace
any damaged or leaking parts immedi-
ately. Inspect the power steering belt for
evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear,
oiliness and proper tension. Replace or
adjust it if necessary.

Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................ 6-3
Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 6-4
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-4
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................ 6-7
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ..................................... 6-8
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) .........................6-11
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-11
Checking the Brakes ..................................................6-13
Air Conditioning Care..................................................6-14
Changing the Climate Control Air Filter .......................6-15
Checking and Replacing Fuses..................................6-16
Checking the Battery..................................................6-19
Power Steering Fluid Level .........................................6-21
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-22
Bulb Wattages.............................................................6-28
Fuse Panel Description...............................................6-29
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE2
ENGINE COMPARTMENTG010A01MC-AAT1. Engine coolant reservoir .......... 6-7
2. Engine oil filler cap .................. 6-6
3. Brake fluid reservoir ...............6-14
4. Air cleaner filter ........................ 6-85. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir cap ...........................6-10
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If Installed) .............................6-21
7. Engine oil level dipstick ........... 6-58. Radiator cap ............................. 6-7
9. Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If Installed) ................6-12
10. Battery .....................................6-19
11. Fuse/Relay box .......................6-16
OMC055036
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing
the engine, you should handle
tools and other heavy objects
carefully so that the plastic
cover of the engine is not dam-
aged.
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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GENERAL CHECKS
G020C01A-AATVehicle InteriorThe 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
clutchoperation
o Automatic transaxle operation, includ-
ing "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 oper-
ate correctly or appear to be functioning
correctly, inspect it carefully and seek
assistance from your Hyundai dealer if
service is needed.
G020A01A-AATEngine Compartment
The following should be checked regu-
larly:
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 condi-
tion
o Battery condition
o Air cleaner filter condition
G020B01A-AATVehicle ExteriorThe following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut tight-
ness
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)

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G240A01A-AATPOWER STEERING HOSESIt is suggested that you check the power
steering hose connections for fluid leak-
age at those intervals specified in the
vehicle maintenance schedule in Section
5.
The power steering hoses should be re-
placed if there is severe surface cracking,
pulling, scuffing or worn spots. Deteriora-
tion of the hose could cause premature
failure.
POWER STEERING FLUID
LEVELG230A01MC-AAT(If Installed)The power steering fluid level should be
checked regularly. To check the power
steering fluid level, be sure the engine is
"OFF", then check to make certain that the
power steering fluid level is between the
"MAX" and "MIN" level markings on the
fluid reservoir.NOTE:
o Grinding noise from the power steer-
ing pump may be heard immediately
after the engine is started in ex-
tremely cold conditions (below -4°F).
If the noise stops during warm up,
there is no abnormal function in the
system. It is due to a power steering
fluid characteristic in extremely cold
conditions.
o Do not start the engine when the
power steering oil reservoir is empty.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT YOUR HYUNDAIG250A01A-AATIf you desire additional information about
maintaining and servicing your Hyundai,
you may purchase a factory Shop Manual
at your Hyundai dealer's parts depart-
ment. This is the same manual used by
dealership technicians and while it is
highly technical it can be useful in obtain-
ing a better understanding of your car
and how it works.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS & BINDING ARBITRATION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS
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WARNING:
To reduce the chance or serious or
fatal injuries from an accident
caused by tire failure or loss of
vehicle control:
o Replace tires that are worn, show
uneven wear, or are damaged.
Worn tires can cause loss of brak-
ing effectiveness, steering con-
trol, and traction.
o Do not drive your vehicle with too
little or too much pressure in
your tires. This can lead to un-
even wear and tire failure.
o When replacing tires, never mix
radial and bias-ply tires on the
same car. You must replace all
tires (including the spare) if mov-
ing from radial to bias-ply tires.
o Using tires and wheel other than
the recommended sizes could
cause unusual handling charac-
teristics and poor vehicle con-
trol, resulting in a serious acci-
dent.
I090B02JM-AATTIRE MAINTENANCE
In addition to proper inflation, correct
wheel alignment helps to decrease tire
wear. If you find a tire is worn un-
evenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment.
When you have new tires installed,
make sure they are balanced. This will
increase vehicle ride comfort and tire
life. Additionally, a tire shoud always
be rebalanced if it is removed from the
wheel. o Wheels that do not meet Hyundai's
specifications may fit poorly and
result in damage to the vehicle or
unusual handling and poor ve-
hicle control.
o Tires degrade over time, even
when they are not being used.
Regardless of the remaining tread,
it is recommended that tires tread,
It is recommended that tires gen-
erally be replaced after 6 years of
normal service. Heat caused by
not climates or frequent high load-
ing Conditions can accelerate the
aging process. Failure to follow
this Warning can result in sud-
den tire failure, which could lead
to a loss of control and an acci-
dent involving serious injury or
death.WARNING:
WARNING:
o Underinflated or overinflated tires
can cause poor handling, loss of
vehicle control, and sudden tire
failure leading to accidents, inju-
ries, and even death. Always
check tires are properly inflated
before driving. Refer to pages 2-
20 and 8-3 for proper tire pres-
sures and further information.

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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS2
Tire Size
P175/70 R14, P185/65 R14, P195/55 R15
P175/70 R14, P185/65 R14
P205/45 R16
T115/70 D15
in. (mm)
Liter
45
Dual hydraulic with brake booster
Ventilated disc
Drum
Cable operated on rear wheel
4Door
3Door
Spare
US. gal
11.9 Fuel tank capacityImp.gal
9.9
Type
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Parking brake
Inflation Pressure
30PSI (210 kPa)
32PSI (220 kPa)
60PSI (420 kPa)
J010A02MC-AATMEASUREMENTJ020A01MC-AATPOWER STEERING
J060A01A-AATFUEL SYSTEMJ050A02MC-AATBRAKEJ030A02MC-AATTIRE
4 DOOR
168.5 (4280)
66.7 (1695)
57.8 (1470) / 58 (1475)*
98.4 (2500)
57.8 (1470) / 58.4 (1485)*
57.4 (1460) / 58 (1475)* Item
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheel base
Wheel tread
Front
Rear
3 DOOR
159.2 (4045)
Type
Wheel free play
Rack stroke
Oil pump type
Rack and pinion
0 ~ 1.18 in (0 ~ 30 mm)
5.59 in. (142 mm)
5.43 in. (138 mm)
Vane type
175 Tire only
Except 175 Tire
* with P175/70R14 Tire