2018 Hyundai Accent maintenance

3-102
Convenient features of your vehicle
Air conditioning system operation tips
If the vehicle has been parked indirect sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
After sufficient cooling has been achieved, switch back from the
recirculated air to the fresh outside
air position.
To help reduce moisture inside of the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air con-
ditioning system with the windows
and sunroof closed.
Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes
to ensure maximum system per-
formance.
If you operate air conditioner exces- sively, the difference between the
temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield
to fog up, causing loss of visibility.
In this case, set the mode selection
knob or button to the position
and fan speed control to the lower
speed.
System Maintenance
Climate control air filter
This filter is installed behind the glove
box. It filters the dust or other pollu-
tants that enter the vehicle through the
heating and air conditioning system.
Have the climate control air filter be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer according to the maintenance
schedule. If the vehicle is being driven
in severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads, more frequent air condi-
tioner filter inspections and changes
are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreas-
es, the system should be checked at
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant andcompressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
reduces the performance of the air
conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
It is important that the correct
type and amount of oil and refrig-
erant is used. Otherwise, damage
to the compressor and abnormal
system operation may occur.
NOTICE
1LDA5047
Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate control air filter Blower
Evaporatorcore Heater core

3-113
Convenient features of your vehicle
3
To help reduce moisture inside ofthe windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the win-
dows and sunroof closed.
Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes
to ensure maximum system per-
formance.
If you operate air conditioner excessively, the difference between
the temperature of the outside air
and that of the windshield could
cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up, causing loss
of visibility. In this case, set the
mode selection knob or button to
the position and fan speed
control to the lower speed.System Maintenance
Climate control air filter
This filter is installed behind the glove
box. It filters the dust or other pollu-
tants that enter the vehicle through the
heating and air conditioning system.
Have the climate control air filter be
replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer according to the maintenance
schedule. If the vehicle is being driv-
en in severe conditions such as
dusty or rough roads, more frequent
air conditioner filter inspections and
changes are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreas-
es, the system should be checked at
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant andcompressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
reduces the performance of the air
conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
It is important that the correct
type and amount of oil and refrig-
erant is used. Otherwise, damage
to the compressor and abnormal
system operation may occur.
NOTICE
1LDA5047
Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate control air filter Blower
Evaporatorcore Heater core

5-56
Driving your vehicle
- When using tire chains:
Wrong size chains or improperly installed chains can damage
your vehicle's brake lines, sus-
pension, body and wheels.
Use SAE "S" class or wire chains.
If you hear noise caused by chains contacting the body,
retighten the chain to prevent
contact with the vehicle body.
To prevent body damage, retighten the chains after driving
0.3~0.6 miles (0.5~1.0 km).
Do not use tire chains on vehi- cles equipped with aluminum
wheels. If unavoidable, use a
wire type chain.
Use wire chains less than 0.47 inch (12 mm) wide to prevent
damage to the chain’s connec-
tion.
Winter Precautions
Use high quality ethylene glycolcoolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the
cooling system. It is the only type of
coolant that should be used because
it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-
ing system, lubricates the water
pump and prevents freezing. Be sure
to replace or replenish your coolant
in accordance with the maintenance
schedule in chapter 7. Before winter,
have your coolant tested to assure
that its freezing point is sufficient for
the temperatures anticipated during
the winter.
Change to "winter weight" oil ifnecessary
In some climates it is recommended
that a lower viscosity "winter weight"
oil be used during cold weather. See
chapter 8 for recommendations. If
you aren't sure what weight oil you
should use, consult an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on
the battery system. Visually inspect
the battery and cables as described
in chapter 7. The level of charge in
your battery can be checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer or a
service station.
NOTICE

7
Maintenance
7
Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5
Owner Maintenance Schedule .......................................7-6
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Gamma 1.6 GDI) .....7-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
(Gamma 1.6 GDI) ..............................................................7-11
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-13
Engine oil ..............................................................7-16
Checking the Engine Oil Level .....................................7-16
Checking the Engine Oil and Filter .............................7-17
Engine coolant......................................................7-18
Checking the Engine Coolant Level ............................7-18
Changing Engine Coolant .............................................7-20
Brake/clutch fluid ................................................7-21
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level .....................7-21
Washer fluid .........................................................7-22
Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-22
Parking brake .......................................................7-22
Checking the Parking Brake .........................................7-22
Air cleaner ............................................................7-23
Filter Replacement ..........................................................7-23
Climate control air filter .....................................7-24
Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-24
Wiper blades .........................................................7-26
Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-26
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-26
Battery...................................................................7-28
For Best Battery Service ..............................................7-29
Battery Recharging ........................................................7-29
Reset Features.................................................................7-30
7

7
Tires and wheels ..................................................7-31
Tire Care ........................................................................\
....7-31
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures ...........7-32
Check Tire Inflation Pressure ......................................7-33
Tire Rotation...................................................................\
..7-33
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ............................7-34
Tire Replacement ............................................................7-35
Wheel Replacement ........................................................7-36
Tire Traction .....................................................................7-3\
6
Tire Maintenance ............................................................7-36
Tire Sidewall Labeling ....................................................7-36
Tire Terminology and Definitions................................7-40
All Season Tires ...............................................................7-43
Summer Tires ...................................................................7-43
Snow Tires ........................................................................\
7-44
Radial-Ply Tires ...............................................................7-44
Low Aspect Ratio Tires..................................................7-44
Fuses ......................................................................7-\
46
Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement..........................7-47
Fuse/Relay Panel Description ......................................7-50
Light bulbs.............................................................7-61
Headlamp, Position lamp, Fog lamp, Daytime Running
Light, Turn Signal Lamp and Side Marker ................7-61
Side Repeater Lamp Replacement ..............................7-67
Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement ..............7-67
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement ....................7-70
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement .....................7-70
Appearance care ..................................................7-72
Exterior Care ....................................................................7-72\
Interior Care .....................................................................7-7\
6
Emission control system .....................................7-79
Crankcase Emission Control System ..........................7-79
Evaporative Emission Control System Including
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)............7-79
Exhaust Emission Control System ..............................7-80
California perchlorate notice .............................7-83

7-3
7
Maintenance
E
EN
N G
GI
IN
N E
E
C
C O
O M
M P
PA
A R
RT
TM
M E
EN
N T
T

OHCA077001
■
■Gamma 1.6 GDI
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Battery
5. Fuse box
6. Air cleaner
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
9. Radiator cap
The actual engine compartment in the
vehicle may differ from the illustration.
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

7-4
Maintenance
M
MA
AI
IN
N T
TE
EN
N A
AN
N C
CE
E
S
S E
E R
R V
V I
IC
C E
E S
S
You should exercise the utmost care
to prevent damage to your vehicle
and injury to yourself whenever per-
forming any maintenance or inspec-
tion procedures.
We recommend you have your vehi-
cle maintained and repaired by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer. An
authorized HYUNDAI dealer meets
HYUNDAI's high service quality
standards and receives technical
support from HYUNDAI in order to
provide you with a high level of serv-
ice satisfaction.
Owner's Responsibility
Maintenance service and record
retention are the owner's responsibil-
ity.
You should retain documents that
show proper maintenance has been
performed on your vehicle in accor-
dance with the scheduled mainte-
nance service charts shown on the
following pages. You need this infor-
mation to establish your compliance
with the servicing and maintenance
requirements of your vehicle war-
ranties. Detailed warranty information is pro-
vided in your Owner's Handbook &
Warranty Information booklet.
Repairs and adjustments required as
a result of improper maintenance or
a lack of required maintenance are
not covered.
Owner Maintenance
Precautions
Inadequate, incomplete or insuffi-
cient servicing may result in opera-
tional problems with your vehicle that
could lead to vehicle damage, an
accident, or personal injury. This
chapter provides instructions only for
the maintenance items that are easy
to perform. Several procedures can
be done only by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer with special tools.
Your vehicle should not be modified
in any way. Such modifications may
adversely affect the performance,
safety or durability of your vehicle
and may, in addition, violate condi-
tions of the limited warranties cover-
ing the vehicle.
Certain modifications may also be in
violation of regulations established by
the U.S. Department of Transportation
and other federal or state agencies.
Improper owner maintenance dur-
ing the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. For details, read
the separate Owner's Handbook &
Warranty Information booklet pro-
vided with the vehicle. If you're
unsure about any service or mainte-
nance procedure, have it done by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE

7-5
7
Maintenance
O
OW
W N
NE
ER
R
M
M A
AI
IN
N T
TE
EN
N A
AN
N C
CE
E
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer at the frequen-
cies indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance vehicle
checks are generally not covered by
warranties and you may be charged
for labor, parts and lubricants used.
Performing maintenance work
on a vehicle can be dangerous.
If you lack sufficient knowledge
and experience or the proper
tools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
ALWAYS follow these precau-
tions for performing mainte-
nance work:
•Park your vehicle on level
ground, move the shift lever
into the P (Park, for automatic
transmission vehicle) position
or neutral (for manual trans-
mission vehicle), apply the
parking brake, place the igni-
tion switch in the LOCK/OFF
position.
(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
Block the tires (front and
back) to prevent the vehicle
from moving.
Remove loose clothing or jew-
elry that can become entan-
gled in moving parts.
If you must run the engine
during maintenance, do so
out doors or in an area with
plenty of ventilation.
Keep flames, sparks, or smok-
ing materials away from the
battery and fuel-related parts.