2021 HYUNDAI ACCENT steering

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Maintenance
Manual Transmission Fluid
(if equipped)
Inspect the manual transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately.
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in
the brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The
level should be between the MIN and
the MAX marks on the side of the
reservoir. Use only hydraulic
brake/clutch fluid conforming to
DOT4 specification.
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, or damage. Start the engine
and listen carefully for any exhaust
gas leakage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the
engine off, check for excessive free-
play in the steering wheel. Check the
linkage for bends or damage. Check
the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.
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Maintenance
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Tire Care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
All specifications (sizes and pres-
sures) can be found on a label
attached to the driver's side center
pillar. (Continued)Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are dam-
aged. Worn tires can cause
loss of braking effectiveness,
steering control, or traction.
ALWAYS replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires and
wheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle's Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.
Tire failure may cause loss of
vehicle control resulting in an
accident. To reduce risk of
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH,
take the following precautions:
Inspect your tires monthly for
proper inflation as well as
wear and damage.
The recommended cold tire
pressure for your vehicle can
be found in this manual and on
the tire label located on the dri-
ver's side center pillar. Always
use a tire pressure gauge to
measure tire pressure. Tires
with too much or too little
pressure wear unevenly caus-
ing poor handling.
Check the pressure of the
spare every time you check
the pressure of the other tires
on your vehicle.
(Continued)
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7
Maintenance
Tire Replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the tread surface to
become level with the tread wear
indicators before replacing the tire.
OLMB073027
Tread wear indicatorTo reduce the risk of DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY:
Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, and
traction.
Always replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires and
wheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle's Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.
(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
Tires degrade over time, even
when they are not being used.
Regardless of the remaining
tread, HYUNDAI recommends
that tires be replaced after six
(6) years of normal service.
When replacing tires (or
wheels), it is recommended to
replace the two front or two
rear tires (or wheels) as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can
seriously affect your vehicle's
handling. If only replacing one
pair of tires, it is recommend-
ed to install the pair of new
tires on the rear axle.
Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading con-
ditions can accelerate the
aging process. Failure to fol-
low this warning may cause
sudden tire failure, which
could lead to a loss of vehicle
control resulting in an acci-
dent.
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Maintenance
Fuse NameFuse RatingCircuit Protected
TAIL LAMP RH7.5AHead Lamp RH, Rear Combination Lamp (OUT) RH, License Lamp RH,
Rear Combination Lamp (IN) RH, ILL (+)
MODULE210AFCA Module, Crash Pad Switch
TCU15AE/R Junction Block(Fuse - B/UP LAMP), A/T Shift Lever, Transaxle Range Switch, Stop Lamp Switch
P/WINDOW LH25APower Window Main Switch
SPARE225ASpare
FOG LAMP REAR10A-
HEATED STEERING15AClock Spring
TAIL LAMP LH7.5AHead Lamp LH, License Lamp LH, Rear Combination Lamp (OUT) LH, Rear Combination Lamp (IN) LH
MODULE37.5AFront Seat Warmer Control Module, Audio, Electro Chromic Mirror, A/C Control Module,
Clock Spring, A/T Shift Lever Indicator
ABS37.5AE/R Junction Block(Multipurpose Check Connector), ESC Module
BRAKE SWITCH10ASmart Key Control Module, Stop Lamp Switch
BCM10ABCM
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Maintenance
Keep your garage dry
Don't park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This cre-
ates a favorable environment for cor-
rosion. This is particularly true if you
wash your vehicle in the garage or
drive it into the garage when it is still
wet or covered with snow, ice or
mud. Even a heated garage can con-
tribute to corrosion unless it is well
ventilated so moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior Care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq-
uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.
When cleaning leather products
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alco-
hol content solutions. If you use
high alcohol content solutions
or acid/ alkaline detergents, the
color of the leather may fade or
the surface may get stripped off.
Cleaning the upholstery and
interior trim
Vinyl (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from
vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a
vinyl cleaner.
Fabric (if equipped)
Remove dust and loose dirt from fab-
ric with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solu-
tion recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Remove fresh spots imme-
diately with a fabric spot cleaner. If
fresh spots do not receive immediate
attention, the fabric can be stained
and its color can be affected. Also, its
fire-resistant properties can be
reduced if the material is not proper-
ly maintained.
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may
affect the fabric's appearance and
fire-resistant properties.
NOTICE
NOTICE
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Infotainment System .........................................................4-2
Antenna ........................................................................4-2
AUX, USB and iPod
®Port ..........................................4-2
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology Hands-Free ..............4-4
Features of Your Vehicle ..............................................4-7
How Vehicle Audio Works ...........................................4-5
Steering Wheel Audio Control .....................................4-3
Instrument Cluster...........................................................3-52
Gauges and Meters .....................................................3-54
Instrument Cluster Control .........................................3-53
LCD Display Messages ..............................................3-68
Transmission shift indicator .......................................3-57
Warning and Indicator Lights.....................................3-58
Instrument Panel Overview ..............................................1-5
Interior Features ............................................................3-123
Clock ........................................................................3-127
Clothes Hanger .........................................................3-127
Cup Holder ...............................................................3-123
Floor Mat Anchor(s) .................................................3-128
Luggage Net Holder .................................................3-128
Power Outlet.............................................................3-125
Sunvisor ....................................................................3-124
Interior Overview..............................................................1-4
Jump Starting ....................................................................6-4LCD Display ...................................................................3-72
LCD Display Control .................................................3-72
LCD Display Modes ..................................................3-72
Light bulbs ......................................................................7-61
Headlamp, Position lamp, Fog lamp,
Daytime Running Light, Turn Signal Lamp and
Side Marker .............................................................7-61
High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement....................7-70
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement ......................7-70
Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement ..............7-67
Side Repeater Lamp Replacement .............................7-67
Lighting ...........................................................................3-85
Exterior Lights............................................................3-85
Interior Lights.............................................................3-90
Welcome System ........................................................3-91
Maintenance services ........................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility.................................................7-4
Manual Climate Control System ....................................3-95
Heating and Air Conditioning ....................................3-96
System Maintenance ................................................3-102
System Operation .....................................................3-100
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Smartstream intelligent variable transmission
(Smartstream IVT).......................................................5-18
Smartstream intelligent variable transmission
(Smartstream IVT) operation ..................................5-18
Good driving practices ...............................................5-23
Special driving conditions ..............................................5-51
Driving at Night .........................................................5-52
Driving in Flooded Areas ...........................................5-53
Driving in the Rain .....................................................5-52
Hazardous Driving Conditions ...................................5-51
Highway Driving ........................................................5-53
Rocking the Vehicle ...................................................5-51
Smooth Cornering ......................................................5-52
Steering Wheel ................................................................3-18
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................................3-18
Heated steering wheel ................................................3-20
Horn ............................................................................3-20
Tilt Steering/Telescope Steering.................................3-19
Storage Compartment ...................................................3-120
Center Console Storage ............................................3-120
Glove Box ................................................................3-121
Multi Box .................................................................3-122
Sliding Armrest ........................................................3-120
Sunglass Holder........................................................3-121
Sunroof............................................................................3-37
Resetting the sunroof..................................................3-39
Sliding the sunroof .....................................................3-38
Sunroof opening and closing......................................3-38
Sunshade.....................................................................3-39
Tilting the sunroof ......................................................3-38Theft-Alarm System .......................................................3-17
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......................6-8
Changing a Tire with TPMS ......................................6-12
Check Tire Pressure......................................................6-8
Low Tire Pressure LCD Display with
Position Indicator ....................................................6-10
Low Tire Pressure Telltale..........................................6-10
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................................6-9
TPMS Malfunction Indicator .....................................6-11
Tire Specification and Pressure Label ............................8-10
Tires and wheels ......................................................7-31, 8-4
All Season Tires .........................................................7-43
Check Tire Inflation Pressure .....................................7-33
Low Aspect Ratio Tires ..............................................7-44
Radial-Ply Tires ..........................................................7-44
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures.............7-32
Snow Tires ..................................................................7-44
Summer Tires .............................................................7-43
Tire Care .....................................................................7-31
Tire Maintenance ........................................................7-36
Tire Replacement........................................................7-35
Tire Rotation...............................................................7-33
Tire Sidewall Labeling ...............................................7-36
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