Hyundai Kona Hybrid 2023 Owner's Manual page 171

Starting the vehicle
Some models are equipped with a Engine
Start/Stop button instead of a key
cylinder. You can leave your smart key in
your pocket or purse when you start your
vehicle. For more information, refer to the
"Engine Start/Stop button" section in
chapter 6.
Information
If the smart key is not moved for some
time, the detection function for smart key
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to
activate the detection again.
NOTICE
• Keep the smart key in a cool, dry place
to avoid damage or malfunction.
Exposure to moisture or high
temperature may cause the internal
circuit of the smart key to malfunction.
This may not be covered under
warranty.
• Avoid dropping or throwing the smart
key.
• Protect the smart key from extreme
temperatures.
Key cylinder (Driver door)
A key cylinder is located on the driver side
door handle hidden behind a plastic
cover. Using the mechanical key, push
and hold the key cylinder cover release
button located on the underside of the
door handle.
Use the mechanical key inserted into the
release button slot to open the cover
outward. Once the cover is off, the
mechanical key can be inserted into the
key cylinder to lock or unlock the vehicle.
Loss of a smart key
A maximum of two smart keys can be
registered to a single vehicle. If you
happen to lose your smart key, it is
recommended that you should
immediately take the vehicle and
remaining key to your authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or tow the vehicle, if
necessary.
Smart key precautions
The smart key may not work if any of the
following occur:
• The smart key is close to a radio
transmitter such as radio station or
airport that may interfere with normal
operation of the transmitter.
• The smart key is near a mobile two way
radio system or a mobile phone.
• Another vehicle's smart key is being
operated close to your vehicle.
• The smart key is near any normal
electronic devices or credit cards.
• The vehicle battery is discharged.
• Connecting an external device to the
power outlet and placing the smart key
near the external device.
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