2018 Hyundai Accent LimitedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  2. Remove the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  3. Remove the nut (A) from the Manual Control Lever.
  4. Remove the shift cable (B) from the bracket (C) at transaxle side.
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  5. Remove the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  6. Disconnect the shift cable.
    1. Remove the snap pin (A).
    2. Disconnect the cable eye end (B) from the shift lever.
    3. Disconnect the cable socket (C) from the shift lever.
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  7. Disconnect the shift cable retainer after removing the nuts (A).
  8. Remove the shift cable by pulling it toward the interior.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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