Hyundai Accent (HC): Your Vehicle at a Glance

Contents:

• Exterior Overview
• Interior Overview
• Instrument Panel Overview
• Engine Compartment

Exterior Overview

This quick “at a glance” guide helps you identify key exterior components of the Hyundai Accent before you drive, park, or perform basic checks. Getting familiar with the Hyundai Accent layout makes it easier to communicate with service professionals, follow maintenance instructions, and spot anything unusual during a walk-around.

■ Front view

1. Hood — access point for the engine compartment on your Hyundai Accent
2. Headlamp — primary forward lighting for visibility and signaling
3. Fog lamp — low-mounted lamp for improved visibility in fog or heavy rain (if equipped)
4. Tires and wheels — road-contact components that should be inspected regularly for wear and pressure
5. Side View Mirrors — exterior mirrors for rearward visibility and lane changes
6. Sunroof — roof opening panel for ventilation and light (if equipped)
7. Front windshield wiper blades — clear the windshield in rain, snow, or road spray
8. Windows — side glass for visibility and ventilation

■ Rear view

1. Antenna — supports radio reception on your Hyundai Accent
2. Doors — entry/exit points for passengers and cargo access
3. Fuel filler door — cover for the refueling port
4. Rear combination lamp — includes tail, brake, and turn signal lighting elements
5. High mounted stop lamp — elevated brake light for added visibility to drivers behind you
6. Rear view monitor — camera display aid for reversing and parking (if equipped)
7. Trunk — main rear cargo compartment

Interior Overview

Inside the Hyundai Accent, the driver-focused controls are arranged so you can operate key functions without taking your attention off the road for long. Use this interior overview to locate switches quickly, especially before your first drive or after transporting passengers and adjusting seating positions.

1. Door lock/unlock button — quick lock control at the door area
2. Side view mirror control switch — adjusts exterior mirrors for the best rearward view
3. Central door lock switch — locks/unlocks multiple doors from one location
4. Power window lock switch — disables passenger window operation when needed
5. Power window switches — operate the windows for ventilation and visibility
6. Light control/Turn signals — stalk controls for exterior lighting and lane signaling
7. Wiper/Washer — stalk controls for wipers and windshield washer spray
8. Instrument panel illumination control switch — adjusts gauge/backlighting brightness for day or night driving
9. ESC OFF button — traction/stability control setting button (use only when appropriate)
10. Hood release lever — opens the hood for inspections and service checks
11. Fuel filler door opener — releases the fuel door from inside the vehicle (if equipped)
12. Trunk release lever — unlocks or opens the trunk from the cabin (if equipped)
13. Fuse box — contains fuses that protect electrical circuits
14. Steering wheel — primary control for direction, with integrated features on many trims
15. Steering wheel tilt/telescope lever — adjusts steering position for comfort and safe reach
16. Seat — supports driver/passengers and should be adjusted before driving

Instrument Panel Overview

The instrument panel area in the Hyundai Accent combines driver information, climate controls, and infotainment controls in one central space. Before driving, confirm warning lights, adjust climate settings, and set audio/Bluetooth® functions while parked whenever possible.

1. Steering wheel audio controls/ Bluetooth® wireless technology handsfree controls — manage audio and calls with minimal distraction
2. Instrument cluster — displays speed, fuel, warnings, and driver information
3. Horn — audible warning device for emergencies
4. Driver's front air bag — supplemental restraint for the driver (part of the SRS system)
5. Engine Start/Stop button — push-button start system (if equipped)
6. Key ignition switch — traditional ignition switch (if equipped/depending on trim)
7. Manual transmission — gearshift for manual models (if equipped)
8. Intelligent variable transmission — automatic transmission selector for IVT models (if equipped)
9. Manual climate control/Automatic climate control system — cabin temperature and airflow controls
10. Passenger's front air bag — supplemental restraint for the front passenger (SRS system)
11. Glove box — storage compartment for small items and documents

Engine Compartment

The Hyundai Accent engine compartment contains service points that may be checked as part of routine maintenance. Always follow safety instructions, keep hands and clothing away from moving parts, and allow hot components to cool before opening caps or reservoirs.

1. Engine oil filler cap — where engine oil is added during maintenance
2. Engine oil dipstick — used to check the engine oil level
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir — fluid reservoir for braking (and clutch on some models)
4. Battery — power source for starting and electrical systems
5. Fuse box — protects electrical circuits with fuses and relays
6. Air cleaner — filters incoming air for the engine
7. Engine coolant reservoir — overflow/expansion tank for coolant level checks
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir — fill point for washer fluid
9. Radiator cap — cooling system cap (open only when the system is cool)