Before Entering The Vehicle; Before Starting - Hyundai Kona Hybrid 2023 Owner's Manual

Driving Your Vehicle

Before entering the vehicle

• Make sure all windows, outside
rearview mirror(s), and outside lights
are clean and unobstructed.
• Remove frost, snow, or ice from both
the front windshield and rear window
as well as the front side windows.
• Visually check the tires for uneven wear
and damage.
• Check under the vehicle for any sign of
leaks.
• Make sure there are no obstacles
behind you if you intend to back up.

Before starting

• Make sure the hood, the tailgate, and
the doors are securely closed and
locked.
• Adjust the position of the seat and
steering wheel.
• Adjust the inside rearview mirror and
outside rearview mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
• Check the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel and the messages on
the cluster display when the Engine
Start/Stop button is in the ON position.
• Check that any items you are carrying
are stored properly or fastened down
securely.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or
death:
• Always wear your seat belt. All
passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving. For
more information, refer to the "Seat
belts" section in chapter 3.
• Always drive defensively. Do not
assume that the other drivers are
seeing your vehicle. They may not act
as you expect. Be prepared to react to
avoid a possible collision. Plan your
movements anticipating the
"worst-case" scenario.
• Stay focused on driving. Driver
distraction may cause a collision.
• Leave plenty of space between you and
the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING
Never drink or take drugs while driving.
Drinking or taking drugs while driving is
dangerous and may result in a collision,
causing serious injury or death.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death toll each
year. Even a small amount of alcohol can
affect your reflexes, perceptions, and
judgment. Just one drink may reduce
your ability to respond to changing
conditions and emergencies and your
reaction time gets worse with each
additional drink.
Driving while under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerous than
driving under the influence of alcohol.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take drugs
while driving. If you are drinking or taking
drugs, never drive. Do not ride with a
driver who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driver or call
a taxi.