2008 Hyundai Accent emergency towing

If the Engine Will Not Start ........................................... 3-2
Jump Starting ................................................................ 3-3
If the Engine Overheats ............................................... 3-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................... 3-5
Spare Tire...................................................................3-10
If You Have a Flat Tire...............................................3-11
Changing a Flat Tire...................................................3-11
If Your Vehicle Must Be Towed.................................3-16
Emergency Towing .....................................................3-18
If You Lose Your Keys...............................................3-20
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCYD060J01E-AATAfter Changing Wheels
If you have a tire gauge, remove the
valve cap and check the air pressure.
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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 adjusting
tire pressure. If the cap is not re-
placed, 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.
IF YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE
TOWEDD080A01O-GATIf your vehicle has to be towed, it should
be done by your Hyundai dealer or a
commercial tow truck service. This will
help assure that your vehicle is not dam-
aged in towing. Also, professionals are
generally aware of local laws governing
towing. In any case, rather than risk dam-
age to your car, it is suggested that you
show this information to the tow truck
operator. Be sure that a safety chain sys-
tem is used and that all local laws are
observed.
It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with a wheel lift and dollies or
flatbed equipment with all the wheels off
the ground.
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CAUTION:
o Your vehicle can be damaged if towed
incorrectly!
o Be sure the transaxle is in neutral.
o When the engine will not start, be
sure the steering is unlocked by plac-
ing the key in the "ACC" position.

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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CAUTION:
o When towing the vehicle, take care
not to cause damage to the bumper
or underbody of the vehicle.
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NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below
the "HOT" range on the dipstick, add
fluid. If you cannot add fluid, a towing
dolly must be used.
2) If any of the loaded wheels or suspen-
sion components are damaged or the
vehicle is being towed with the front
wheels on the ground, use a towing
dolly under the front wheels.
o Manual Transaxle:
If you do not use a towing dolly, place
the ignition key in the "ACC" position
and put the transaxle in "N (Neutral)".
CAUTION:
Do not tow with the key removed or in
the "LOCK" position when towing from
the rear without a towing dolly.
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o Do not tow with sling type truck as
this may cause damage to the
bumper or underbody of the vehicle.
1) If the vehicle is being towed with the
rear wheels on the ground, be sure the
parking brake is released.
D080B01O-GATTowing the Vehicle
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Your vehicle can be towed by wheel lift
type truck (1), (2) or flatbed equipment
(3).1)
2)
3)
dolly

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
D080D01MC-AATEMERGENCY TOWING
For emergency towing when no commer-
cial 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.
NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below
the "HOT" range on the dipstick, add
fluid. If you cannot add fluid, a towing
dolly must be used.
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CAUTION: o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
A vehicle with an automatic transaxle
should never be towed from the rear
with the front wheels on the ground.
This can cause serious damage to the
transaxle.
3) It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with all the wheels off the ground.
Front
(If Installed)
Rear

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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 plac-
ing the key in the "ACC" position. A
driver must be in the towed vehicle to
operate the steering and brakes.
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(1)Open the towing hole cover by push-
ing it with your finger.(2)Take out the towing hook from the jack
case. To mount the towing hook, ro-
tate it clockwise.
NOTE:
The jack case is located on the spare
tire in the trunk or luggage compart-
ment.
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CAUTION
It should be tightened firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the
towing hole. Towing hook is located in
the jack case on the spare tire.
How to Use Front Towing Hook
(If Installed)
(3)Attach a tow cable, chain or strap to the
towing hook on the front bumper.
NOTE:
Place the towing hook & towing hole
cover in its original position when not in
use.

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INDEX
5
R
Rear Seat
Folding rear seatbacks ...................................................1-18
Warning...........................................................................1-22
Rear Window Defroster Switch .........................................1-82
Reporting Safety Defects ...................................................8-18
S
Seat
Front ................................................................................1-14
Rear.................................................................................1-17
Seat Belts ...........................................................................1-22
3-Point system ................................................................1-26
Adjusting your seat belt ..................................................1-28
Care of seat belts ...........................................................1-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt ...................................................1-39
Precautions.....................................................................1-22
Speedometer......................................................................1-71
Starting Procedure ............................................................... 2-5
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ................................................1-104
Stereo Sound System ......................................................1-117
Sun Visor ..........................................................................1-102
Sunglass Holder ................................................................1-90
Sunroof...............................................................................1-86T
Tachometer.........................................................................1-71
Theft-Alarm System .............................................................. 1-8
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........................... 3-5
Tires
All season tires ...............................................................8-10
Balancing........................................................................8-12
Chains.............................................................................8-10
Changing a flat tire .........................................................3-11
Checking the inflation pressure ....................................... 8-5
If you have a flat tire .......................................................3-11
Information........................................................................ 8-3
Maintenance...................................................................8-13
Pressure............................................................................ 8-3
Replacement...................................................................8-12
Rotation...........................................................................8-11
Sidewall labeling.............................................................. 8-6
Snow tires .......................................................................8-10
Spare tire ........................................................................3-10
Terminology and definitions ............................................. 8-8
Traction...........................................................................8-12
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) ........................................................2-20
Emergency......................................................................3-18
If your vehicle must be towed ........................................3-16