2009 Hyundai Accent Owner's Manual

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G220A01A-AAT
G220B01A-AATChecking Engine Cooling FanThe engine cooling fan should come on
automatically if the engine coolant tem-
perature is high.WARNING:
The radiator fan is controlled by engine
coolant temperature and may some-
times operate even when the engine is
not running. Use extreme caution when
working near the blades of the cooling
fan, so that you are not injured by a
rotating fan blade. As the coolant tem-
perature decreases the fan will auto-
matically shut off. This is a normal con-
dition.G220C01A-AATChecking Condenser Cooling FanThe condenser cooling fan should come
on automatically whenever the air condi-
tioner is in operation.CHECKING ELECTRIC
COOLING FANS
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If electrolyte gets on your skin,
thoroughly wash the con-
tacted area.
If you feel a pain or a burning
sensation, get medical atten-
tion immediately.
Wear eye protection when
charging or working near a
battery.
Always provide ventilation
when working in an enclosed
space.
o When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the case may
cause battery acid to leak, resulting
in personal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on oppo-
site corners.
o Never attempt to charge the battery
when the battery cables are con-
nected.
o The electrical ignition system works
with high voltage.
Never touch these components with
the engine running or the ignition
switched on.
WARNING:
Always read the following in-
structions carefully when han-
dling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and
all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, which is a highly
combustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the reach
of children because batteries
contain highly corrosive SUL-
FURIC ACID. Do not allow bat-
tery acid to contact your skin,
eyes, clothing or paint finish.
If any electrolyte gets into
your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If pos-
sible, continue to apply water
with a sponge or cloth until
medical attention is received.
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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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Headlight
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye pro-
tection.
2. Open the engine hood and disconnect
the negative (-) post of the battery.
3. Always grasp the bulb by its plastic
base, avoid touching the glass.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the
back of the headlight.
REPLACEMENT OF LIGHT
BULBS!
G260A01MC-AATBefore attempting to replace a light bulb,
be sure the switch is turned to the "OFF"
position.
The next paragraph shows how to reach
the light bulbs so they may be changed.
Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb
with one of the same number and watt-
age rating.
See page 6-27 for the wattage descrip-
tions.
CAUTION:
o Keep the lamps out of contact with
petroleum products, such as oil,
gasoline, etc.
o If you don't have necessary tools,
the correct bulbs and the expertise,
consult your authorized Hyundai
dealer.
G270A02MC-GATHeadlight, Front Turn Signal Light
and Front Fog Light
CAUTION:
o The headlight aiming should be
checked by an authorized Hyundai
dealer after replacing the headlight
bulbs.
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Turn signal
light
Headlight
Fog light
o After heavy, driving rain or washing,
headlight and taillight lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is
caused by the temperature differ-
ence between the lamp inside and
outside. This is similar to the con-
densation on your windows inside
your vehicle during the rain and
doesn’t indicate a problem with your
vehicle. If the water leaks into the
lamp bulb circuitry, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized Hyundai
dealer.

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G270A03O
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WARNING:
o When removing/replacing halogen
bulbs, always handle the metal body
of the bulb, not the glass.
o The halogen bulb contains gas under
pressure and if impacted could shat-
ter, resulting in flying fragments. Al-
ways wear eye protection when ser-
vicing the bulb. Protect the bulb
against abrasions or scratches and
against liquids when lighted. Turn
the bulb on only when installed in a
headlight. Replace the headlight if
damaged or cracked. Keep the bulb
out of the reach of children and dis-
pose of the used bulb with care.
5. Remove the socket cover.
6. Push the bulb spring to remove the
headlight bulb.
7. Remove the protective cap from the
replacement bulb and install the new
bulb by matching the plastic base with
the headlight hole. Reattach the bulb
spring and install the socket cover.
Reconnect the power cord.
8. Use the protective cap and carton to
dispose of the old bulb.
9.Check for proper headlight aim.
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Front Turn Signal light
1. Open the engine hood and disconnect
the negative (-) post of the battery.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the
bulb.
3. Take out the bulb from the bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Install the new bulb.
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Front Fog Light (If Installed)
NOTE:
It is recommended that the front fog
light bulb be replaced by an authorized
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4. Detach the rear combination lamp by
pulling it out (4 Door) or remove the
mounting screws of the rear combina-
tion lamp with a phillips screwdriver (3
Door).
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3. Remove the nuts of the rear combina-
tion light with a spanner.
G270D01MC-AATRear Combination Light1. Open the trunk lid (4 Door) or tail gate
(3 Door).
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2. Remove the cover on the inside of
luggage trim.4 Door
4 Door
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5. To replace the rear combination light,
take it out from the bulb holder by
turning it counterclockwise.
(1) Tail Light
(2) Turn Signal Light
(3) Back-up Light
(4) Stop/Tail Light
6. Install the new bulb.
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G270C01MC-GATLuggage Compartment Light
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1. Open the trunk lid (4 Door) or tail gate
(3 Door).
2. Carefully remove the cover with a flat-
head screwdriver.
3. Replace with a new bulb.
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G270G01MC-GATMap Light (If Installed)1. Remove the cover with a flat-head
screwdriver.
2. Replace with a new bulb.
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G275H01MC-GATInterior Light1. Remove the cover with a flat-head
screwdriver.
2. Replace with a new bulb.
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G270E01A-GATSide Repeater Light (If Installed)
G270E01MC
1. Push the cover toward the front of
vehicle and remove it.
2. Disconnect the power code.
3. Replace with a new bulb.

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BULB WATTAGEG280A03MC-AAT
G280A02MC-U
Bulb Type
HB2 Long Life
2357
10W (FESTOON)
10W (FESTOON)
GE881
WY5WPart Name
Stop/Tail Light
High Mounted Rear Stop Light
Luggage Compartment Light
Rear Turn Signal Light
Back-up Light
License Plate Light Part Name
Headlight (High/Low)
Front Turn Signal Light/
Side Marker Light
Map Light (If Installed)
Interior Light
Front Fog Light (If Installed)
Side Repeater Light (If Installed) No.
1
2
3
4
5
6No.
7
8
9
10
11
12 Wattage
55/60
28/8
10
10
27
5
Wattage
27/8
16
5
27
16
5Bulb Type
1157
W16W
C5W
1156
W16W
C5W
4 Door 3 Door