2011 Hyundai Accent Owner's Manual

Maintenance Intervals ................................................... 5-2
Scheduled Maintenance ............................................... 5-4
Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions ............ 5-6
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ............. 5-7
California Perchlorate Notice......................................5-10VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALSF010B01A-AATMaintenance RequirementsThe maintenance required for your
Hyundai can be divided into three main
areas:
o Specified scheduled procedures
o General checks
o Do-it-yourself maintenanceF010A01A-AATService RequirementsTo ensure that you receive the greatest
number of miles of satisfying operation
from your Hyundai, certain maintenance
procedures must be performed. Although
careful design and engineering have re-
duced these to a minimum, those that are
required are of the utmost importance.
It is your responsibility to have these
maintenance procedures performed to
comply with the terms of the warranties
covering your new Hyundai. The Owner's
Handbook supplied with your new ve-
hicle provides further information about
these warranties.
F010D01A-AATGeneral ChecksThese are the regular checks you should
perform when you drive your Hyundai or
you fill the fuel tank. A list of these items
will be found on page 6-4.
F010C01A-AATSpecified Scheduled ProceduresThese are the procedures such as in-
spections, adjustments and replacements
that are listed in the maintenance charts
starting on page 5-4. These procedures
must be performed at the intervals shown
in the maintenance schedule to assure
that your warranty remains in effect. Al-
though it is strongly recommended that
they be performed by the factory-trained
or distributor-trained technicians at your
Hyundai dealer, these procedures may
be performed at any qualified service
facility.
It is suggested that genuine Hyundai
service parts be used for any required
repairs or replacements. Other parts of
equivalent quality such as engine oil,
engine coolant, manual or auto transaxle
oil, brake fluid and so on which are not
supplied by Hyundai Motor Company or
its distributor may be used without affect-
ing your warranty coverage but you should
always be sure these are equivalent to
the quality of the original Hyundai parts.
Your Owner's Handbook provides further
information about your warranty cover-
age.
F010E01A-AATDo-It-Yourself MaintenanceIf you are mechanically inclined, own a
few tools that are required and want to
take the time to do so, you can inspect
and service a number of items. For more
information about doing it yourself, see
Section 6.

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SCHEDULED MAINTE-
NANCE REQUIREMENTSF020A02A-AATo Inspection should be performed any
time a malfunction is experienced or
suspected.
o Receipts for all emission control sys-
tem services should be retained to
demonstrate compliance with condi-
tions of the emissions system war-
ranty.
o After 120 months or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km), continue to follow the
prescribed maintenance intervals.
o For severe usage maintenance re-
quirements, see page 5-6 of this sec-
tion.
F010F01A-AATA Few Tipso Whenever you have your Hyundai
serviced, keep copies of the service
records in your glove box. This will
help ensure that you can document
that the required procedures have been
performed to keep your warranties in
effect. This is especially important
when service is not performed by an
authorized Hyundai dealer.
o If you choose to do your own mainte-
nance and repairs, you may find it
helpful to have an official Hyundai
Shop Manual. A copy of this publica-
tion may be purchased at your Hyundai
dealer's parts department.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
150
240
120
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KILOMETERS X 1000
MONTHS
EMISSION CONTROL ITEMS
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
FUEL FILTER
FUEL LINES, FUEL HOSES AND CONNECTIONS
VACUUM HOSE
VAPOR HOSE AND FUEL FILLER CAP
AIR CLEANER FILTER
FUEL TANK AIR FILTER
SPARK PLUGS No.DESCRIPTION
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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120
60
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216
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F030B02MC-AATR : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessaryF030A01A-AATThe following maintenance services must be performed to assure good vehicle control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle
services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs
first.
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GENERAL ITEMS
DRIVE BELT *
1
COOLANT *
3
TIMING BELT *
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MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE HOSES AND LINES
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS
PARKING BRAKE
EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER
SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTS
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM
BALL JOINT
POWER STEERING FLUID
POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSES
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS
AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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18 No.DESCRIPTIONMILES X 1000
KILOMETERS X 1000
MONTHS7.5
12
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24
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1830
48
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96
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108
5475
120
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6690
144
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192
96
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216
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Replace every 10,000 miles (15,000 km) or 12 months
Note :
*1. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.
*2. For the first time, inspect the drive belt at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months.
After that, inspect it every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months.
*3. When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory.
An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*4. For the first time, replace the coolant at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace it every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
*5. Inspect the tensioner/idler when timing belt is replaced.F030C2MC-AATR : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
See Note *
4
Replace every 90,000 miles or 108 monthsSee Note *
2
Inspect every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months
Inspect every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months
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DRIVING
CONDITION MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
AIR CLEANER FILTER
SPARK PLUGS
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
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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OPERATION MAINTENANCE ITEM
EVERY 3,750 MILES (6,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
EVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
EVERY 60,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS
EVERY 80,000 MILES (120,000 KM)
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 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, G, H
C, D, E, F, G, H, I
C, E, F
B, C, D, E, F, G, I
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.
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EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
F060D01A-AATo Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
ConnectionsCheck the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections for leakage and damage. Have
a trained techincian, replace any dam-
aged or leaking parts immediately.
F060C01A-AATo Fuel FilterA clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven, damage
the emission system and cause hard start-
ing. If an excessive amount of foreign
matter accumulates in the fuel tank, the
filter may require replacement more fre-
quently.
After installing a new filter, run the engine
for several minutes, and check for leaks
at the connections.
Fuel filters should be installed by trained
technicians.F060M01A-AATo Engine Oil and FilterThe engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the car is being
driven in severe conditions, more fre-
quent oil and filter changes are required.
F060H01A-AATo Air Cleaner FilterA Genuine Hyundai air cleaner filter is
recommended when the filter is replaced.F060G01A-AATo Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler CapThe vapor hose and fuel filler cap should
be inspected at those intervals specified
in the maintenance schedule. Make sure
that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is
correctly replaced.
F060F01A-AATo Vacuum, Crankcase Ventilation
HosesInspect the surface of hoses for evidence
of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard
and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,
abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-
cate deterioration. Particular attention
should be paid to examine those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources,
such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure that
the hoses do not come in contact with any
heat source, sharp edges or moving com-
ponent which might cause heat damage
or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and cou-
plings, to make sure they are secure, and
that no leaks are present. Hoses should
be replaced immediately if there is any
evidence of deterioration or damage.
F060B01A-AATo Drive BeltsInspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts,
cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation
and replace if necessary. Drive belts
should be checked periodically for proper
tension and adjusted as necessary.F060J01A-AATo Spark PlugsMake sure to install new spark plugs of
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F070H01A-AATo Rear Brake Drums/Linings,
Parking BrakeCheck the rear brake drums and linings
for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken
parts, and excessive wear. Inspect the
parking brake system including the park-
ing brake lever and cables. For detailed
service procedures, refer to the Shop
Manual.F070F01A-AATo Brake Hoses and LinesVisually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
F070G02A-AATo Brake FluidCheck brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
"MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the
reservoir.F070E06A-AATo Automatic Transaxle FluidThe fluid level should be in the “HOT”
range of the dipstick, after the engine and
transaxle are at normal operating tem-
perature. Check the automatic transaxle
fluid level with the engine running and
the transaxle in neutral, with the parking
brake properly applied.
F070D01A-AATo Manual Transaxle OilInspect the manual transaxle oil accord-
ing to the maintenance schedule.
NOTE:
If the oil level is low, check for possible
leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill.F060E01A-AATo Timing BeltInspect all parts related to the timing belt
for damage and deformation. Replace
any damaged parts immediately.F070C01A-AATo CoolantThe coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.