Hyundai Accent: Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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The operator loads the vehicle on the back of truck.
This is best way of transporting the vehicle.
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The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under
the tires of the driving axle and lift them off the ground. The other
two wheels remain on the ground.
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The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the
ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the
cables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension
and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.
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If the vehicle cannot be transported by flat-bed, should
be towed with the wheels of the driving axle off the ground and do the following
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Manual Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift the Transaxle to neutral
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Automatic Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift to [D] position, then [N] position.
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The vehicle equipped with full-time 4WD should
be only transported on a flat-bed.
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Improper towing preparation will damage the
transaxle. follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shift the transaxle or start the engine(automatic transaxle),
your vehicle must be transported on a flatbed.
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It is the best to tow vehicle no farther
than 30km (19miles), and keep the speed below 50km/h (30mph).
(For the full-time 4WD vehicle, limit the towing to 1.5km (1mile)
and 15km/h (10mph)
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Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
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If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing
service. Never tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
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Bolt nominal
diameter (mm)
Pitch (mm)
Torque Nm (kg.cm, lb.ft)
Head Mark 4
Head Mark 7
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See also:
Inspection
1.
Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat
the water.
2.
Check the valve opening temperature.
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Luggage net (holder)
To keep items from shifting in the cargo area, you can use the holders located
in the cargo area to attach the luggage net.
CAUTION
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Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire
wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment.
When you have new tires instal ...