Maintenance
*See Owner’s Manual for details.
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Manual. If you require additional information or are unsure of a specifi c issue, you should always refer to the
vehicle’s Owner’s Manual or contact your authorized Hyundai dealer.
The information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was correct at the time of printing however, specifi ca-
tions and equipment can change without notice. No warranty or guarantee is being extended in this Quick
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vehicles only. Please contact your Hyundai dealer for current vehicle specifi cations.
Engine Oil & Filter Replace 7,500 Replace 3,750 or 6 mos.
Tire Rotation Perform 7,500 Perform 7,500
Vacuum Hose Inspect 7,500 Inspect Same As Normal
Air Cleaner Filter Inspect 7,500
Replace 30,000 Replace More Frequently
Climate Control Air Filter Replace every 12 Replace More Frequently
mos. or
10,000
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Inspect 15,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Brake Hoses & Lines Inspect 15,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Brake Pads, Calipers & Rotors Inspect 15,000 Inspect More Frequently
Drive Shaft & Boots Inspect 15,000 Inspect 7,500 or 6 mos.
Exhaust Pipe & Muffl er Inspect 15,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Inspect 15,000 Inspect More Frequently
Arm Ball Joint
Suspension Mounting Bolts Inspect 15,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Inspect 15,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Fuel Tank Air Filter Replace 30,000 Replace Same As Normal
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Inspect 37,500 or Replace 60,000
48 mos.
Coolant First 60,000 Replace Same As Normal
Replace or 60 mos.
Add. 30,000
Replace or 24 mos.
Spark Plugs Replace 30,000 Replace More Frequently
Brake Fluid Inspect 30,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Crankcase Ventilation Hose Inspect 30,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Drive Belt (Alt, Water Pump, A/C) First 60,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Inspect or 72 mos.
Add. 15,000
Inspect or 24 mos.
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses & Connections Inspect 30,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Manual Transaxle Oil Inspect 37,500 Replace 80,000
or 48 mos.
Power Steering Pump, Belt & Hoses Inspect 30,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Rear Brake Drums/Linings, Parking Brake Inspect 30,000 Inspect More Frequently
Vapor Hose & Fuel Filler Cap Inspect 30,000 Inspect Same As Normal
Timing Belt Replace 90,000 or Replace 60,000 or 72 mos.
108 mos.
Fuel Filter Replace 52,500 Replace Same As Normal
Scheduled Maintenance Normal Usage Severe Usage*
NP150-Q2010
Rev 11/11/09
Printing XX/XX/XX
HYUNDAI_ACCENT
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Roadside Assistance: 1-800-243-7766
Consumer Affairs: 1-800-633-5151
XM
®
Radio: 1-800-967-2346
www.hyundai.com
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*if equipped
F
H
AUTO
A/C
1
0
2
3
4
REAR
CD-IN
PUSH
POWER
ENTER
VOLUME
TUNEFILE
FM
XM CD/AUX
SEEK
TRACK
AM
INFO SETUP
CAT
FOLDER
SCAN MUTE
1 2 3 4 5 6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
x1000rpm
60
80
100
120
140
20
40
VOL
SEEK
MODE
Outside
Rearview
Mirrors
Page 6
Front
Fog Light
Switch*
Page 6
Climate Control*
Page 10
Tilt
Steering
Wheel*
Page 3
Steering
Wheel
Audio
Controls*
Page 12
Cruise Control*
Page 11
Windshield
Wiper/ Washer
Page 7
Occupant
Classification
System
Page 13
Audio
System*
Page 9
Transmission
Page 8
Power Windows
and Auto
Up/Down*
Page 5
Window Lock
Switch*
Page 5
Headlights
Page 7
Tire Pressure
Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Page 11
Rear Window
Defroster
Button
Page 10
Table of Contents
Audio System* ....................... 9
Basic Safety Precautions ....... 5
Child-Protector
Rear Door Lock* .................... 3
Climate Control* ................... 10
Cruise Control* ..................... 11
Dome Light ........................... 14
Drink Holders ........................ 13
ECO Indicator ....................... 13
Front Fog Light Switch* ......... 6
Headlights ............................. 7
Headrest Adjustment ............. 4
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors* .... 14
Occupant Classification
System .................................. 13
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...... 6
Power Windows
and Auto Up/Down* ............... 5
Rear Seat Adjustment ........... 12
Rear Window
Defroster Button ................... 10
Rear Window
Wiper/Washer* ....................... 7
Refueling ................................ 6
Remote Keyless Entry* .......... 3
Seat Adjustment – Front ........ 4
Shoulder Belt
Height Adjustment ................. 4
Steering Wheel
Audio Controls*..................... 12
Tilt Steering Wheel* ............... 3
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ..................... 11
Transmission .......................... 8
Window Lock Switch* ............ 5
Windshield Wiper/Washer...... 7
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Front Back
LOCK – Does not allow opening
the rear door from inside the vehicle.
UNLOCK – Allows opening the rear
door from inside and outside
the vehicle.
NOTE: Do not adjust while driving.
TO ADJUST THE STEERING WHEEL
Pull adjusting lever
A
down and adjust.
To lock, return
A
to its upward position
Seat belt should be adjusted to lie across
your chest, midway over the shoulder nearest
to the door and not your neck.
Press
A
to adjust belt height.
NOTE: Moving height adjuster quickly may
cause seat belt retractor to lock for a
moment.
TO RAISE
– Pull up
TO LOWER
– Press lock knob
and push down
A
– Adjust seat forward/backward
B
– Front seat cushion height
adjustment, driver’s seat only
C
– Adjust seat back
Remote Keyless Entry (if equipped)
Driver Control Features
LOCK
Press
Once – Lock
Twice – Confirmation chirp
UNLOCK
Press
Once – Unlock driver door
Twice – Unlock all doors
PANIC
Press and hold .
Press any button to
turn off panic.
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock (4-Door models)
Tilt Steering Wheel (if equipped)
A
Headrest Adjustment
Seat Adjustment – Front
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
A
A
B
C
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AUTO
DOWN
MIRROR
L
R
LOCK
AUTO
MIRROR
L
R
L
R
AUTO
L
OCK
LOC
K
AUTO
MIRROR
L
R
L
R
AUTO
L
OCK
LOC
K
4 Door
3 Door
MIRROR
L
R
Power Windows and Auto Up/Down (if equipped)
Window Lock Switch (if equipped)
Basic Safety Precautions
Driver Control Features (continued)
Outside Rearview Mirrors
Refueling
Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped)
TO OPEN/CLOSE THE WINDOWS
n To open, depress window switch.
n To close, pull up on window switch.
AUTO DOWN
(Driver’s Side only)
n Press the AUTO switch completely
down to fully open.
n To stop the window midway, pull up
and then release the AUTO switch.
Press to disable all passenger power
windows. To revert to normal operation,
press the switch again.
The switch is located on the driver’s
armrest and can be used to adjust both
the left and right outside mirrors.
TO ADJUST THE POSITION OF
EITHER MIRROR
1. Move the selecting switch
A
to the
right or left.
Middle position: lock the control
2. Depress the appropriate direction
on the switch.
Fuel door release lever is located by the
trunk release lever.
NOTE: After adding fuel, always reinstall
the fuel cap fully and make sure it
clicks. Failure to do this may
result in Check Engine Light
illumination.
Press button to turn on the fog lights.
NOTE: Fog lights will only function on
low beam.
Whenever operating the vehicle, make sure that you and your occupants are properly
wearing your seat belts. Small children should always ride in the rear seat in the
appropriate child restraint system (see your Owner’s Manual for child safety details).
Never place children under 13 years old in the front seats to avoid injury that may result
from air bag deployment.
Always refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete safety precaution information.
NOTE: If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition key is turned to the ON
or START position, the seat belt reminder light will blink and the warning chime
will sound for approximately six seconds to remind the driver to fasten the
driver’s seat belt.
A
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TO OPERATE HEADLIGHTS
Rotate switch
A
.
OFF – Headlights are off
– Parking lights
– Headlights
NOTE: Ignition must be ON for
headlights to operate.
HIGH BEAM ACTIVATION
Push the lever forward.
FLASH-TO-PASS FEATURE
Pull lever back and release.
OFF
R
1
24
35
2
5
R
1
3
4
P
R
N
D
2
L
Headlights
Windshield Wiper/Washer
MIST – Single wipe
INT –
Intermittent wipe
The wiper speed may be varied by
rotating the INT switch
A
.
LO –
Low speed wipe
HI –
High speed wipe
WIPE/WASH OPERATION
Pull lever toward you to activate wipe
and wash operation.
NOTE: To operate the rear wiper, rotate
the end of the wiper lever.
– Washes and wipes the rear window
– Turns the rear wiper ON
– Turns the rear wiper OFF
– Washes and wipes the rear
window with two or three wipes.
Transmission
P – Park
R – Reverse
N – Neutral
D – Drive
2 – Second
L – Low
TO DEACTIVATE OVERDRIVE
1. Move the selector lever to
D (Drive).
2. Press the overdrive switch
A
.
ENGAGING REVERSE
When shifting into R (Reverse) gear, lift
the collar tab
A
up and then shift into
the R (Reverse) gear position.
Driver Control Features (continued)
A
A
INT
INT
ON
FRONT
OFF
ON
REAR
OFF
INT
ON
OFF
Manual (if equipped)
Automatic (if equipped)
INT
INT
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (if equipped)
A
A
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SETTING PRESET MEMORY BUTTONS (FM/AM OR XM
®
)
1. Turn the radio on by pressing the POWER button
A
.
2. Select FM/AM or XM
®
B
.
3. Turn the TUNE knob
C
to the desired channel.
4. Press and hold any preset button
D
(1-6) until an audible beep is heard to
memorize the current channel.
NOTE: FM has 2 bands for up to 12 presets. A clear view of the southern sky is
recommended to ensure XM
®
radio reception.
ADJUSTING THE EQUALIZER (SOUND QUALITY CONTROL)
1. Press the Audio Control knob
C
to select the following sound qualities:
EqualizergBassgMiddlegTrebleg BalancegFadergCurrent State
2. Turn the Audio Control knob
C
to adjust the sound quality.
NOTES: Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information on how to
use your audio system. To use AUX jack
G
, select AUX and use 1/8” cable
for any auxiliary devices.
Audio System (if equipped) Climate Control (if equipped)
CD-IN
PUSH
POWER
ENTER
VOLUME
TUNEFILE
FM
XM CD/AUX
SEEK
TRACK
AM
INFO SETUP
CAT
FOLDER
SCAN MUTE
1 2 3 4 5 6
POWER
OUTLET
B
F
A/C
1
0
2
3
4
A
B C
D
E
C
D
G
A
E
A
Rotate for cooler or warmer temperature.
B
A/C ON/OFF.
C
Push to activate/deactivate recirculated cabin air.
D
Direct the flow of air.
E
Rotate to select the blower fan speed.
TO REMOVE FROST OR FOG ON THE WINDSHIELD
1. Set the Air Flow Control
D
to the defrost position (if equipped).
2. Set the temperature
A
to the desired setting.
3. Set the fan speed
E
to position 3 or 4.
REAR
Rear Window Defroster Button
Press to activate/deactivate the
rear window defroster.
Complimentary XM
®
Subscription is for 90 days following the vehicle date of sale. Please contact XM
®
Radio at
1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346) to renew your XM
®
subscription.
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F
H
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
x1000rpm
60
80
100
120
140
20
40
SEEK
MODE
VOL
VOL
SEEK
MODE
LOW TIRE PRESSURE
Inflate tire(s) to proper pressure.
NOTE: Tire pressure may vary in
colder temperatures causing
the low tire pressure light
to
illuminate.
TPMS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
See authorized Hyundai dealer.
NOTE: The TPMS is not a substitute
for proper tire maintenance.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual
for a complete description.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Steering Wheel Audio Controls (if equipped)
Additional Features
Rear Seat Adjustment
ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE
(3-Door only)
To adjust the seatback angle, pull up
on the lever
A
and move the seatback
to the desired position. After adjusting,
always check that it is securely locked
into place.
REAR SEAT ENTRY
(3-Door only)
The front passenger seat can be tilted
and moved forward to allow easier
access to the rear seats. Pull up on the
recliner control lever
A
or from the
rear seat, press the foot lever
B
.
FOLDING REAR SEATBACK
Pull up on the lever
A
and fold down
the rear seatback (headrest need not be
removed) seat will only fold to 20 degree
angle.
SEEK SWITCH
A
.
MODE
B
– Press the MODE switch
to change the audio source.
VOL
C
– Press the VOL switch
to increase or decrease the volume.
TO SET A CRUISING SPEED
1. Press
A
and the CRUISE indica-
tor will illuminate in the instrument
cluster.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed (above 25 mph).
2. Press
C
and remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal.
TO ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE
Press
B
to increase set cruising speed.
Press
C
to decease set cruising speed.
TO CANCEL CRUISING SPEED
Press CANCEL
D
, or press brake
pedal, or press ON/OFF
A
.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
F
H
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
x1000rpm
60
80
100
120
140
20
40
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
INFLATE TIRE(S)
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
SEE DEALER
A
A
B
A
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OFF DOOR ON
FRONT DRINK HOLDERS
Use the two drink holders to securely
hold beverages while driving.
REAR DRINK HOLDERS
(if equipped)
Pull down center arm rest that is
located between the rear seats.
Drink Holders
Additional Features (continued)
ECO Indicator
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors (if equipped)
Dome Light
TO TURN ON – Slide cover open.
TO TURN OFF – Slide cover closed.
OFF – Dome light is always off.
DOOR – Dome light comes on when
the doors are opened.
ON – Turn the dome light on.
Occupant Classification System
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR
The indicator will illuminate when you
turn the ignition key to START or RUN.
The light will not illuminate when the
passenger’s air bag is enabled. The
occupant classification system will
disable the right front passenger’s air
bags under certain conditions (light
on). Refer to your Owner’s Manual for a
complete description of this system.
PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF
NOTE: The driver’s front air bag and side
impact air bag are not part of the
occupant classification system.
ECO INDICATOR –
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The ECO indicator light will illuminate
when you drive with high fuel efficiency.
The ECO indicator can be turned off by
selecting the function through the trip
computer and pressing and holding for
over 1 second. ECO Off will then appear.
ECO SHIFT –
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
or symbol is displayed along with
the gear number when reached at a
specified RPM.
It indicates that you should up or down
shift to specified gear.
5
6
7
8
40
20
0
60
80
4
3
ODO ODO
5
6
7
8
40
20
0
60
80
4
3
ODO ODO
Accent Customer Delivery Checklist
Hyundai Owner Dealership Name
Sales Consultant Date
VIN Previous Vehicle
Before Delivery
CONFIRM “GOOD BATTERY” AND STAPLE TEST TICKET HERE
n MIDTRONICS TEST CCA 600A
VERIFY ALL TIRE PRESSURES ARE 32 PSI
VERIFY ALL REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY LOCK/UNLOCK
VERIFY VEHICLE IS CLEAN, IN GOOD CONDITION, FREE OF CHIPS
AND SCRATCHES
ENSURE FLOORMATS ARE SNAPPED INTO PLACE (IF APPLICABLE)
Walk the customer through each of the following
key delivery features
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT – PAGE 4
LF
LR RF RR
Accent Customer Delivery Checklist (continued)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) – PAGE 11
NOTE:
Tire pressure may vary in colder temperatures causing the low tire pressure
indicator
to illuminate. Infl ate tires according to the Tire Pressure Label
located on the driver’s side door pillar.
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER – PAGE 7
During Delivery
HELP CUSTOMER PAIR PHONE WITH BLUETOOTH (IF APPLICABLE)
DEMONSTRATE AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION INCLUDING PRESETS
(OPTIONAL – iPOD
®
CABLE AVAILABLE)
CONSIDER OWNER’S PREVIOUS VEHICLE TO EXPLAIN WIPER/
HEADLIGHT FUNCTIONS
DEMONSTRATE HOW TO SET CLOCK
EXPLAIN AND REVIEW FIRST SERVICE PROCEDURE AND
AMERICA’S BEST WARRANTY – PROVIDE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
BUSINESS CARD
ASK IF CUSTOMER HAS ANY QUESTIONS
Sales Consultant Date Sales Manager Date
Customer Date
Email
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
SEE DEALER
INFLATE TIRE(S)
n Move the switch up or down
to one of the fi ve positions.
n WIPE/WASH – To use the
washer, pull the lever toward you.
n To adjust INT speed rotate.
A
– Adjust seat forward/backward
B
– Front seat cushion height
adjustment, driver’s seat only
C
– Adjust seat back
INT
INT
Decrease
INT speed
Increase
INT speed
@
A
B
C
/