Hyundai Accent 2001 Owner's Manual page 104

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GENERAL CHECKS GENERAL CHECKS GENERAL CHECKS
GENERAL CHECKS GENERAL CHECKS
Engine Compartment Engine Compartment
Engine Compartment Engine Compartment Engine Compartment
The following should be checked regularly:
o Engine oil level and condition
o Transaxle fluid level and condition
o Brake fluid level
o Clutch fluid level
o Engine coolant level
o Windshield washer fluid level
o Accessory drive belt condition
o Engine coolant hose condition
o Fluid leaks (on or below components)
o Power steering fluid level and condition
o Battery Condition
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Vehicle Exterior Vehicle Exterior Vehicle Exterior Vehicle Exterior Vehicle Exterior
The following should be checked monthly:
o Overall appearance and condition
o Wheel condition and wheel nut tightness
o Air filter condition
o Exhaust system condition
o Light condition and operation
o Windshield glass condition
o Wiper blade condition
o Paint condition and body corrosion
o Fluid leaks
o Door and hood lock condition
o Tire pressure and condition
(including spare tire)
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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Vehicle Interior Vehicle Interior Vehicle Interior
Vehicle Interior Vehicle Interior
The following should be checked each time
when the vehicle is driven:
o Light operation
o Windshield wiper operation
o Horn operation
o Defroster, heater system operation (and air
conditioning, if installed)
o Steering operation and condition
o Mirror condition and operation
o Turn signal operation
o Accelerator pedal operation
o Brake operation, including parking brake
o Manual transaxle operation, including clutch
operation
o Automatic transaxle operation, including
"Park" mechanism operation
o Seat control condition and operation
o Seat belt condition and operation
o Sun visor operation
If you notice anything that does not operate
correctly or appear to be functioning correctly,
inspect it carefully and seek assistance from
your Hyundai dealer if service is needed.
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
Engine oil is essential to the performance and
service of the engine. It is suggested that you
check the oil level at least once a week in
normal use and more often if you are on a trip
or driving in severe conditions.
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Recommended Oil Recommended Oil Recommended Oil Recommended Oil Recommended Oil
20W-40 20W-50
10W-30 10W-40 10W-50
5W-30 5W-40
°F -20 -9 0 20 32 60
°C -29 -23 -18 -7 0 16
SH, SG or SG/CD (API) multi-grade and fuel
efficient oil is recommended.
85 95 100
27 35 38
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