2016 Hyundai Accent tailgate

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Features of your vehicle
Boot lid/Tailgate open
warning light
This warning light illuminates when a
boot lid/tailgate is not closed securely
with the ignition in any position.
Door ajar warning light
This warning light illuminates when a
door is not closed securely with the igni-
tion switch in any position.
Door open positionindica-
tor (if equipped)
This indicator illuminates when a door is
not closed securely.
The indicator displays which door is
opened.
Immobiliser indicator
(if equipped)
Without smart key system
This light illuminates when the immobilis-
er key is inserted and turned to the ON
position to start the engine.
At this time, you can start the engine. The
light goes out after the engine is running.
If this light blinks when the ignition switch
is in the ON position before starting the
engine, have the system checked by an
authorised HYUNDAI dealer.
With smart key system (if equipped)
If any of the following occurs in a vehicle
equipped with the smart key, the immo-
biliser indicator illuminates, blinks or the
light goes off.
• When the smart key is in the vehicle, if
the engine start/stop button is turned
to the ACC or ON position, the indica-
tor will illuminate. However, when the
smart key is not in the vehicle, if the
engine start/stop button is depressed,
the indicator will blink for a few minutes
to indicate that you will not be able to
start the engine.• When the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position and the indicator turns
off after 2 seconds, the system may
have a problem. Have the vehicle
checked by an authorised HYUNDAI
dealer.
• When the battery is weak, if the engine
start/stop button is depressed, the indi-
cator will blink and you will not be able
to start the engine. However, you may
still be able to start the engine by
pressing the engine start/stop button
with the smart key. If smart key system
related parts have a problem, the indi-
cator blinks.

Features of your vehicle
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Room lamp
• ON (1):
In the ON position, the light stays on at all
times.
• DOOR (2) :
In the DOOR position, the light comes on
when any door is opened regardless of
the ignition switch position.
When doors are unlocked by the trans-
mitter (or smart key), the light comes on
for approximately 30 seconds as long as
any door is not open. The light goes out
gradually after approximately 30 seconds
if the door is closed. However, if the igni-
tion switch is ON or all doors are locked,
the light will turn off immediately.
If a door is opened with the ignition
switch in the ACC or LOCK position, the
light stays on for about 20 minutes.
However, if a door is opened with the
ignition switch in the ON position, the
light stays on continuously.
• OFF (3) :
In the OFF position, the light stays off at
all times even when a door is open.
Luggage room lamp
The luggage room lamp comes on when
the boot lid/tailgate is opened.
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Features of your vehicle
CAUTION
The luggage room lamp comes on
as long as the boot lid/tailgate
opens. To prevent unnecessary
charging system drain, close the
boot lid/tailgate securely after using
the luggage room.

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Features of your vehicle
Cargo area cover (if equipped)
Use the cover to hide items stored in the
cargo area.
The cargo area cover will be lifted when
the tailgate is opened. Disconnect the
strap (1) from holder if you want to return
the cover to original position. To remove
the cargo area cover completely, lift the
cover to a 50-degree angle and pull it out
to the full (2). For installation of the cover,
reverse the removal procedure.
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CAUTION
• When you return the cargo area
cover to its original position, hold
the cover and lower it.
• Do not operate the vehicle with
the cover removed. It may dam-
age to the cover.
• The cargo area cover may be lift-
ed when the tailgate is opened.
Ensure that the luggage on the
cover is moved to a safe place.
• Since the cargo area cover may
be damaged or malformed, do not
apply excessive force to the cover
or do not put the heavy loads on
it.WARNING
• Do not place objects on the cargo
area cover whilst driving. Such
objects may be thrown about
inside the vehicle and possibly
injure vehicle occupants during
an accident or when braking.
• Never allow anyone to ride in the
luggage compartment. It is
designed for luggage only.
• Maintain the balance of the vehi-
cle and locate the weight as far
forward as possible.

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What to do in an emergency
When towing your vehicle in an emer-
gency without wheel dollies :
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-
tion.
2. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
Removable towing hook
(front, if equipped)
1. Open the boot lid/tailgate, and remove
the towing hook from the tool case.
2. Remove the hole cover pressing the
lower part of the cover on the front
bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it
clockwise into the hole until it is fully
secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install
the cover after use.
Emergency towing
If towing is necessary, it is recom-
mended you to have it done by an
authorised HYUNDAI dealer or a com-
mercial tow truck service.
CAUTION
Failure to place the shift lever in N
(Neutral) may cause internal dam-
age to the transaxle.
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Maintenance
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Rear combination light bulb
replacement (5 Door)
(1) Stop and tail light
(2) Rear turn signal light
(3) Back-up light
(4) Stop light
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Loosen the light assembly retaining
screws with a cross-tip screwdriver.
3. Remove the rear combination light
assembly from the body of the vehicle.4. Remove the socket from the assembly
by turning the socket counterclockwise
until the tabs on the socket align with
the slots on the assembly.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter-
clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket. Pull
the bulb out of the socket.
6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into
the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.
7. Install the socket in the assembly by
aligning the tabs on the socket with the
slots in the assembly. Push the socket
into the assembly and turn the socket
clockwise.
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