2010 Hyundai Accent Owner's Manual

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G210B01Y-GAT Checking the Battery Keep the battery clean. Any evidence of corrosion around the battery postsor terminals should be removed using a solution of household baking soda and warm water. After the battery ter-minals are dry, cover them with a light coating of grease.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 clothuntil medical attention is re- ceived. If electrolyte gets on yourskin, thoroughly wash the contacted area. If you feel a pain or a burn-ing sensation, get medical attention immediately. Wear eye protection whencharging or working near a battery. Always provide ventilationwhen working in an en- closed space. An inappropriately disposedbattery can be harmful to the environment and human health. Dispose the batteryaccording to your local law(s) or regulation.
WARNING:
Always read the following instructions carefully when handling 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 andmay explode if ignited. Keep batteries out of the reach of children becausebatteries contain highly cor- rosive SULFURIC ACID. Do not allow battery acid to con-tact your skin, eyes, cloth- ing or paint finish.!
o If battery fluid is on your skin, flush the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medi- cal assistance.
o If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse
out your eyes with water and getmedical assistance as soon as pos- sible. While you are being driven toget medical assistance, continue to rinse your eyes by using a sponge or soft cloth saturated with water.
o If you swallow battery fluid, drink a large quantity of water or milk fol-lowed by milk of magnesia, eat araw egg or drink vegetable oil. Get medical assistance as soon as pos- sible.
While batteries are being charged (ei-ther by a battery charger or by thevehicle's alternator), they produce ex- plosive gases. Always observe these warnings to prevent injuries from oc-curring:
o Charge batteries only in a well ven- tilated area.
o Do not permit flames, sparks or
smoking in the area.
o Keep children away from the area.

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o When lifting a plastic-cased bat-
tery, 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 opposite corners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat-
tery when the battery cables areconnected.
o The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.Never touch these components with the engine running or the ignition switched on.
CHECKING ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
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G220B01A-AAT Checking Engine Cooling Fan The engine cooling fan should come on automatically if the engine coolant tem-perature is high. G220C01TB-GAT Checking Condenser Cooling Fan When the air conditioning is in opera- tion, the condenser cooling fan comeson automatically to be controlled by ECU.G220A01A-AAT
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by en- gine coolant temperature and may sometimes operate even when the engine is not running. Use extremecaution when working near the blades of the cooling fan, so that you are not injured by a rotating fanblade. As the engine coolant temper- ature decreases the fan will automat- ically shut off. This is a normal con-dition.
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
G230A01MC-GAT (If Installed) The power steering fluid level should be checked regularly. To check the power steering fluid level,be sure the ignition 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. OMC055014

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25REMOVAL OF WATER FROM THE FUEL FILTER
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G240A01A-AAT POWER STEERING HOSES It is suggested that you check the power steering hose connections for fluid leakage at regular intervals. The power steering hoses should be re-placed if there is severe surface crack- ing, scuffing or worn spots. Deteriora- tion of the hose could cause prema-ture failure. G300A02MC-GAT (DIESEL ENGINE) If the fuel filter warning light illuminates during driving, it indicates that waterhas accumulated in the fuel filter. If this occurs, remove the water as soon as possible. NOTE: It is recommended that water accu- mulated in the fuel filter should be removed by an authorized Hyundaidealer.
NOTE:
o Grinding noise from the power
steering pump may be heard im- mediately after the engine is startedin extremely cold conditions (be- low - 20°C). If the noise stops during warm up, there is no ab-normal function in the system. It is due to a power steering fluid characteristic in extremely coldconditions.
o Do not start the engine when the
power steering oil reservoir isempty.
!WARNING:
Be sure to carefully wipe away any water drained out in this manner, because the fuel mixed in the watermight be ignited and result in a fire. Extracting air in the fuel filter If you drove until you have no fuel left or if you replaced the fuel filter, be sure to extract air in the fuel system as itmakes you difficult to start the engine.
1. Remove the air extract nozzle cap on the fuel filter.
2. Pump up and down until the fuel
flows out of the plug opening.
NOTE:
o Use cloths when you extract air so that the fuel is not sprayed around.
o Clean the fuel around the fuel filter or the injection pump before start- ing the engine to prevent fire.
o Finally, check each part if the fuel is leaking.

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5. Open the hood.
6. Draw the vertical line (through the
center of each headlight beam pat-tern) and the horizontal line (throughthe center of each headlight beam pattern) on the aiming screen. And then, draw a horizontal parallel line at 30 mm (1.18 in.) under the horizontal line.
7. Adjust each cut-off line of the low beam to the parallel line with a phillipsscrewdriver - VERTICAL AIMING.
8. Adjust each cut-off line of the low
beam to each vertical line with aphillips screwdriver - HORIZONTAL AIMING. Horizontal aiming
Vertical aiming
If the vehicle has had front body repair and the headlight assembly has beenreplaced, an headlight aiming should be checked using an aiming screen as shown in the illustration. Turn on theheadlight switch. (Low Beam Position)
1. Adjust headlights so that main axisof light is parallel to center line of the body and is aligned with point "P" shown in the illustration.
2. Dotted lines in the illustration show the center of headlights.
G290B01MC-GAT Adjustment After Headlight As- sembly Replacement
G290A03A-GAT Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure of the following.
1. Keep all tires inflated to the correct
pressure.
2. Place the vehicle on level ground
and press the front bumper and rear bumper down several times. Place the vehicle at a distance of 3,000 mm (118 in.) from the test wall.
3. See that the vehicle is unloaded (except for full levels of coolant,engine oil and fuel, and spare tire,jack, and tools). Have the driver or equivalent weight placed in driver's seat.
4. Clean the head lights lenses and turn on the headlight (low beam). G290B01B
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H
H Cut-off line
Ground line
"P"
Horizontal line
Vertical line30 mm
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27REPLACEMENT OF LIGHT BULBS
SPECIFICATIONS: "H" Horizontal center line of headlights from ground.: 665 mm (26.18 in.) "W" Distance between each headlight center. : 1,170 mm (46.06 in.) "L" Distance between the headlightsand the wall that the lights are tested against. : 3,000 mm (118.11 in.). G260A01MC-AAT Before 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 bulbwith one of the same number and watt- age rating. See page 6-34 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 exper-tise, consult your authorized Hyundai dealer.
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Turn signal light
Headlight Fog light
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Headlight Turn signal light
Fog light
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5. Remove the socket cover.
6. Push the bulb spring to remove theheadlight bulb.
7. Remove the protective cap from the replacement bulb and install the new bulb by matching the plastic basewith 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.
Headlight (Type A)
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Open the engine hood and discon- nect 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.
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CAUTION:
o The headlight aiming should be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer after replacing the head- light bulbs.
o After heavy, driving rain or wash- ing, headlight and taillight lensescould appear frosty. This condi- tion is caused by the temperaturedifference between the lamp in- side and outside. This is similar to the condensa-tion on your windows inside your vehicle during the rain and doesn’t indicate a problem with your ve-hicle. If the water leaks into the lamp bulb circuitry, have the ve- hicle checked by an authorizedHyundai dealer.
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Headlight (Type B)
1. Allow the bulb to cool. Wear eye protection.
2. Open the engine hood and discon- nect 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.
5. Remove the socket cover by press-ing the tab and pulling up. 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.8. Reinstall the socket cover by press-ing the upper tab with the lower tab hooked.
9. Reconnect the power cord.
10. Use the protective cap and carton to
dispose of the old bulb.
11.Check for proper headlight aim.
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Front Turn Signal light
1. Open the engine hood and discon- nect 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 counterclock- wise.
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 autho- rized Hyundai dealer.
G270D01MC-GAT Rear Combination Light
1. 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
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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 impactedcould shatter, resulting in flying fragments. Always wear eye pro-tection when servicing the bulb. Protect the bulb against abrasions or scratches and against liquidswhen lighted. Turn the bulb on only when installed in a headlight. Replace the headlight if damagedor cracked. Keep the bulb out of the reach of children and dispose of the used bulb with care.