Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Hyundai Accent BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Circuit Inspection
- Check for open in harness at Memory power input
- Ignition "OFF"
- Connect PCM connector.
- Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF"
- Measure voltage between terminal 12 of PCM harness connector and chassis ground.
Specification: approximately B+
- Is measure voltage within Specification?
YES
- Go to "COMPONENT INSPECTION " procedure
NO
- Open or short circuit to chassis ground between PCM harness connector and Control relay ON input circuit.
- Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.