Hyundai SANTA CRUZ 2025 Manual

INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

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• Use this Quick Reference Guide to learn about the features that will enhance your enjoyment of your Hyundai. More detailed information about these features are available in your Owner's Manual.
• Some vehicles may not be equipped with all the listed features.

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ANDROID AUTO SUPPORT

BLUETOOTH PHONE PAIRING

APPLE CARPLAY ™

HOMELINK

NOTE: Use this Quick Reference Guide to learn about the features that will enhance your enjoyment of your Hyundai. More detailed information about these features are available in your Owner's Manual.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

SMART KEY OVERVIEW

Door Lock

Door Unlock

Remote Start

Panic

Tailgate Open

REMOTE WINDOW OPENING FEATURE (if equipped)

Press and hold the Door Unlock button on the smart key for more than 3 seconds and the windows move down after the doors are unlocked.

Window movement stops when you release the door unlock button.

NOTE: The remote window opening feature operates only with the Safety Power Windows equipped.

ACCESSING YOUR HYUNDAI

Physical
Smart key

Digital key
Smart device

Digital key
Hyundai Card

Emergency
Mechanical key

MECHANICAL KEY / EMERGENCY LOCK AND UNLOCK

If the smart key does not operate normally, you can lock or unlock the driver's door by using the mechanical key.

1. Remove the key protector .
   
2. Turn the knob of the mechanical key
   
3. Pull open the driver's door handle .
   
4. Press and hold the release button located inside the cover with a mechanical key
5. Carefully pull out the cover and insert key into the key cylinder .
   
6. Turn the key clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock.

HYUNDAI DIGITAL KEY (if equipped)

Digital Key provides many of the same functions as physical Smart Key:

LOCK / UNLOCK
vehicle doors

OPEN / CLOSE
the liftgate

TURN ON
your Hyundai

HYUNDAI DIGITAL KEY PAIRING (if equipped)

To pair your smartphone, complete the following steps:

1. Set up your smartphone app profile
   First, download the Bluelink App and create your account. For more information about Bluelink, refer to the infotainment system guide.
2. Register your digital key on your smartphone
   1. Turn on the vehicle with a smart key and have your smart key with you in the vehicle.
   2. With the gear in P (Park), from the infotainment system Settings menu, select: Setup > Vehicle > Digital keys > Smartphone key > My Smartphone Key.
   3. After selecting Digital Key > Set Up Digital Key from the Bluelink App in the smartphone, register the digital key according to the guidance in the smartphone screen.
   4. Press Save button in the infotainment system to start registration. When the digital key (smartphone) is saved, a message appears on the infotainment system.
      HOW TO SET UP HYUNDAI DIGITAL KEY AND MORE
      
      For information on how to set up digital key scan the QR code using your smartphone.
      

NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION (NFC)

How to register your Hyundai Card Key (NFC key)

1. Have both of your smart keys with you in the vehicle.
2. In the infotainment system, select Setup > Vehicle > Digital Keys > NFC Card Key and check whether "Use" is selected.
3. Place your card key on the vehicle wireless charging pad while the engine is on.
4. Register your card key by selecting Setup > Vehicle > Digital Keys > NFC Card Key > Save from the Settings menu in the infotainment system.

HYUNDAI DIGITAL KEY / LIMITATIONS

HYUNDAI Digital Key may not operate if any of the following occurs:

• Smartphone battery or the vehicle battery is discharged.
• NFC or Bluetooth is turned off on the smartphone settings.
• A credit card is near your smartphone.
• Metal or thick smartphone case is used.
• The Card Key is in a wallet or card holder.
• The Card Key overlapped with other cards.
• There is electronic interference by other vehicles, objects, etc.

The vehicle may not be controlled by the smartphone if any of the following occurs:

• The Smart Key is in the vehicle.
• The POWER button is in ACC or ON position.
• Any of the doors, hood and trunk are open.

HYUNDAI DIGITAL KEY DOOR LOCK / UNLOCK

To lock / unlock your vehicle using the paired Digital Key device , hold 1 the key card up to the center of the door handle

Digital key
Hyundai Key Card

Digital key
Smart Phone

Digital key
Smart Device

TWO PRESS UNLOCK FUNCTION

If you UNLOCK the doors using the Driver Side Door Handle, either the driver's side door is unlocked or all the doors are unlocked depending on the setting for the Two Press Unlock feature.

Disable/Enable 2 Press Unlock Function: In the infotainment screen press Setup button > Vehicle > Door > Toggle ON/OFF 2 Press Unlock.

If you unlock the doors using the passenger side door handle, all the doors are unlocked always.

TOUCH SENSOR: DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK / UNLOCK

1. To Unlock (if 2 Press Unlock enabled):
   • Grabbing door handle One time will unlock the Driver's door only.
   • Grabbing door handle Two times - Unlocks all doors.
2. To Lock: Press the touch sensor on the outside of the handle to lock.

• If you locked the door with the touch sensor on the door handle, the doors cannot be unlocked with the sensor within 3 seconds.
• If you unlocked the door with the touch sensor on the door handle, the doors cannot be locked with the sensor within 2 seconds.

STARTING YOUR HYUNDAI

Engine Start / Stop Button

With the ignition OFF and foot OFF of the brake pedal, press the Engine Start / Stop button:

• ACC mode: first press
• ON mode: second press
• OFF: third press

Starting The Engine Remotely

Smart Key

1. Press the Door Lock button on the smart key. You must be within 32 ft. from the vehicle.
2. Press and hold the Remote Start button within 4 seconds from when you have pressed the Door Lock button . The hazard warning lights blink A and the engine starts.
   To turn off the engine, press the Remote Start button once.

Smart Phone App

This feature enables you to remotely start your vehicle from virtually anywhere. You can also set the ACC temperature, activate heated / ventilated seats (if equipped) and turn on the front window defroster, ensuring a warm or cool car is ready to go when you are.

To use this feature, you must have a Bluelink Personal Identification Number (PIN). To create or change your PIN, log on to www.MyHyundai.com. Refer to Bluelink User's Manual for more information.

SETTING UP YOUR BLUELINK ACCOUNT

Starting The Engine

To start the engine in any mode ACC/ON/OFF:

1. depress brake pedal
2. press Engine Start/Stop button
3. while using one of the following options:

Smart Key

To start the engine, you must have Smart Key in your possession. You can leave your smart key in your pocket or purse when you start your vehicle.

Digital Key - Smartphone
You can start the engine, if you have placed your paired Smart Phone with set up Hyundai Digital key on Authentication Pad / Wireless Power Charger .

Digital Key - Hyundai Card Key
You can start the engine, if you have placed your paired Hyundai Card Key on Authentication Pad .

Fingerprint Authentication
You can start the engine, if you have registered your fingerprint in the User profile and previously verified your fingerprint by placing your finger on fingerprint sensor.

NOTE: If you overlap and use the key card with other NFC-enabled cards such as a transportation card or credit card, it will not work. For security reasons, the vehicle can only have one NFC key card paired to it at one time. Any time that a new NFC key card is paired to the car it will disable the previously paired NFC key card.

Shutting Down The Engine

To shut the engine OFF:

1. Stop the vehicle and depress t he brake pedal fully.
2. Make sure the gear is in P (Park).
3. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to the OFF position.
4. Take the key with you when you leave the vehicle.

Emergency Situations

Shutting Off the Engine while Driving

1. Press and hold the Engine Start/Stop button f or more than 2 seconds.
2. Or rapidly press and release the Engine Start/Stop button 3 times within 3 seconds.

Restarting the Engine while Driving
If the vehicle is still moving, you can restart the vehicle without depressing the brake pedal by pressing the Engine Start/Stop button with the gear in the N (Neutral) position.

When Smart Key is not working properly
If the smart key battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, press the Engine Start/Stop button with the smart key.

FUEL FILLER DOOR

To open fuel filler door

1. Turn the engine off.
2. Ensure Driver's door is unlocked.
3. Press the rear center edge of the fuel filler door
   .
4. Pull the fuel filler door outward to access the fuel tank cap .
5. To remove the fuel tank cap , turn it counterclockwise . You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.
6. Place the cap on the fuel filler door .
   

NOTE: The fuel filler door will lock when all doors are locked.

TONNEAU COVER (if equipped)

Locking / Unlocking the Tonneau Cover

Close the Tonneau cover and rotate the yellow cap at the bottom counter clockwise to lock . Rotate the yellow cap at the bottom counter clockwise to unlock .

NOTE: Locking and unlocking the tonneau cover is only possible with liftgate open.

Opening the Tonneau Cover

1. Make sure that the tonneau cover is unlocked.
   
2. Push the handle forward until it stays in the unlatched position .
   
3. The tonneau cover will now retract.

Closing the Tonneau Cover

1. Pull the tonneau cover with the pull strap to reach the tonneau handle .
   
2. Return the tonneau handle to the latched position .
3. Pull the tonneau cover rearward until it latches against the tailgate.

TAILGATE OPERATION

Opening the Tailgate

Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and set the parking brake. Then do one of the following:

1. Open the tailgate by pressing the button on the liftgate handle
   or
2. by pressing the button on the smart key .
   
   The tailgate is damped and the support cables will hold the liftgate in the open position.

Closing the Tailgate

Close the tailgate by lifting upward and ensure that both latches are properly engaged. This can be checked by pulling back on the gate.

NOTE: Ensure that both cables are properly connected and secured before using the liftgate or applying any load on it.

REAR BUMPER STEPS

Use the rear bumper steps shown for easier access to the pickup bed. To prevent damage to the rear bumper steps:

• Do not apply more than 330.7 lbs. (150 kg) of weight onto each step.
• Do not jump or bounce on the steps of the bumper.
• Do not allow more than one person to stand on the rear bumper at a time.
  

Do not allow others to step or ride on the rear bumper while vehicle is in motion.

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT - POWERED (if equipped)

REAR SEATS

Folding the rear seat:

1. Pull the strap to unlock the seat.
2. Lift up the seat bottom .
3. Push the seat bottom firmly against the seatback to lock it into place.

Unfolding the rear seat:

1. Pull the strap to unlock the seat.
2. Carefully lower the seat bottom to the normal seating position.
3. The seat bottom will remain in place under its own weight.

FINGERPRINT AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM (If equipped)

Fingerprint authentication system provides convenient features

• starting the engine
• accessing personal information
• unlocking profile
• exiting valet mode
• making electronic payment (Hyundai Car pay)

A fingerprint must be registered in the User Profile settings from the infotainment system to use the system. The maximum of two fingerprints can be registered. Driver 1 and Driver 2 can register one fingerprint each.

Fingerprint linked features can be turned ON or OFF from the Settings menu. Press the SETUP button, and then select: User Profile > Driver 1 > Fingerprint Identification.

Registering Fingerprint

1. Turn ON the vehicle with a smart key. Have both of your smart keys with you in the vehicle.
2. Press the SETUP button, and then select User Profile > Driver 1 > Fingerprint Identification > Set/Delete Fingerprint > Set in the infotainment system.
3. Place your finger that you wish to register on the fingerprint sensor according to the instruction.
4. Following the instructions, place several parts of your fingerprint until the scanning process is complete.
5. Once the "Saving fingerprint...." appears and the fingerprint registering process is proceeded.
6. When the fingerprint registering process is completed in the vehicle, the status is displayed on the infotainment system.

FRONT SEAT WARMERS / AIR VENTILATION

Front Seat Warmers

Each time you touch the button, the setting is changed as follows:

Front Seat Air Ventilation

Each time you touch the button, the setting is changed as follows:

Use with A/C 5 on and Bi-Level mode 6 for effective ventilation.

CHILD-PROTECTOR REAR DOOR LOCK

Lock
Insert the mechanical key into the hole and turn it counter-clockwise to the lock position.

Unlock
Insert the mechanical key into the hole and turn clockwise to the unlock position.

SUNROOF

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console. The sunroof can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

Sunshade

To open the sunshade, pull the sunroof control switch rearward to the first detent position. To close the sunshade when the sunroof glass is closed, push the sunroof control switch forward to the first detent position.

Sliding the Sunroof

Pull the sunroof control switch rearward to the second detent position .

First the sunshade will open and then the sunroof will open automatically.

Push the sunroof control switch forward to the first detent position to close the sunroof. Push the sunroof control switch to the second detent position to close both the sunroof and the sunshade automatically.

Tilting the Sunroof

Open
Push the sunroof control switch upward to tilt the sunroof.

Close
Push it upward again to close the sunroof. You can also push the sunroof control switch forward to close the sunroof. Push it forward to the second detent position to close the sunroof and the sunshade.

INTERIOR LIGHTS

Master Switch

Push the switch to turn the map lamp and room lamp on or off. When the Master Switch pushed , the other switches , not operate.

Door Mode Switch

When the Door Mode Switch is pushed, map lamp and room lamp turn ON if any door is opened and will turn OFF after all doors are closed.

Map Lamp (Lens Switch)

Press the left lens for driver's side or right lens for passenger's side to turn ON and OFF for each side of map lamp.

Room Lamp Switch

Press the switch to turn ON and OFF the room lamp.
When this switch is pushed, master switch cannot control room lamp

Interior Lamp AUTO OFF

The interior lamps will automatically go off approximately 10 minutes after the vehicle is turned off and the doors are closed. If a door is opened, the lamp will go off 40 minutes after the vehicle is turned off. If the doors are locked by the smart key and the vehicle enters the armed stage of the theft alarm system, the lamps will go off five seconds later.

Do not use the interior lights when driving in the dark. The interior lights may obscure your view and cause an accident.

HEADLIGHTS

Headlight delay function

You can enable the headlight delay function from the Settings menu in the infotainment system. Press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Lights > Headlight Delay.

If you place the Engine Start/Stop button to the ACC or OFF position with the headlights ON, the headlights (and/or parking lights) remain ON for about 5 minutes. If the driver's door is opened and closed, the headlights are turned off after 15 seconds.

The headlights (and/or parking lights) can be turned off by pressing the lock button on the smart key twice or turning the headlight switch to the OFF or AUTO position.

Flashing headlights

To flash the high beam headlight:

1. pull the lever toward you
2. then release the lever.

The high beam remains ON as long as you hold the lever.

High beam

To turn high beam ON, push the lever away from you.

To turn high beam OFF, pull the lever towards you.

High Beam Assist (HBA)

High Beam Assist automatically adjusts the headlights between high beam and low beam depending on the light detected from oncoming vehicles or vehicles in front using the front view camera.

With the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position, press Setup button and select Vehicle > Lights > High Beam Assist from the Settings menu to enable High Beam Assist (or deselect to disable the function).

1. Select AUTO position on lever
   
2. Turn the high beam ON by pushing the lever away from you.
   High Beam Assist indicator will illuminate .
   High Beam Assist system will turn ON when vehicle speed is above 20 mph.
   
3. To turn High Beam Assist OFF temporary, pull the lever toward you.

TURN AND LANE CHANGE SIGNALS

One touch turn signal

To use One Touch Turn Signal, push the turn signal lever up or down to position and then release it. The lane change signals blinks 3, 5 or 7 times.

You can enable the One Touch Turn Signal function or choose the number of blinking from the Settings menu in the infotainment system. Press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Lights > One Touch Turn Signal > Off/3 flashes/5 flashes/7 flashes.

WIPERS AND WASHER

Intermittent Wipe Time Adjustment

Fastest wiper speed
Move the control switch.
Slowest wiper speed

Windshield Washer

Pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1 - 3 cycles.

The spray and wiper operation continues until you release the lever. If the washer does not work, you may need to add washer fluid to the washer fluid reservoir.

Rear Window Wipers and Washers

Auto Rear Window Wiper

The rear wiper operates while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) with the front wiper ON. You can select the function from the settings menu in the infotainment system.

Press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Convenience > Auto Rear Wiper (in R).

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

TYPE A

1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Fuel gauge
5. Warning and indicator lights
6. Cluster display
7. Outside temperature gauge
8. Odometer
9. Distance to empty
10. Transmission shift indicator

TYPE B

CLUSTER DISPLAY CONTROL

MODE button for changing modes

MOVE switch for changing items

SELECT/RESET button for setting or resetting the selected item

CLUSTER VIEW MODES

Driving Assist View Mode with Additional Information

MSLA/LKA/SCC/LFA/HDA
Displays the state and the current operation condition of Manual Speed Limit Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Highway Driving Assist (if equipped).

Turn By Turn Mode (TBT)

Displays TURN-BY-TURN navigation and distance / time to destination appear.

Utility View Mode

Cluster Display Messages

Displays the service interval and warning messages.

User Settings

Select options for settings:

• Driver Assistance
• Drive Mode
• Climate
• Seat
• Lights
• Door
• Digital Keys
• Convenience

INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION

When the vehicle's parking lights or headlights are on, press the illumination control switch + or - to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination. The interior intensity is also adjusted.

WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

1. Driver's temperature control
2. AUTO (automatic control)
3. Driver seat set temperature
4. Passenger's temperature control
5. SYNC
6. Passenger seat set temperature
7. Fan speed control
8. Mode selection
9. Front/Rear control selection
10. OFF
11. A/C (air conditioning)
12. Air intake control
13. Front windshield defroster
14. Rear window defroster
15. Steering Wheel Heater
16. Front Seat Warmers
17. Front Seat Air ventilation

Defogging / Defrosting

1. Press the A/C button. Indicator light turns ON.
   
2. Press the front windshield defroster button. Indicator light turns ON.
   
3. Set warmest temperature.
   
4. Set the fan speed to the highest speed.
   
5. The outside (fresh) air mode is selected automatically.
   

System OFF

Pressing the OFF button will place the system in the OFF mode:

• Climate control fan will turn off.
• Outside (fresh) air position will be selected.
• Vented air will be at last set temperature.

NOTE: To reduce tendency of the glass fogging and also to improve visibility, keep the interior surface of the windshield clean by wiping it with a clean cloth and glass cleaner. In addition, select air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position whenever possible while operating the vehicle.

Automatic heating and air conditioning

Press the AUTO button. The modes, fan speeds, air intake, and air conditioning are controlled automatically by the temperature setting. Turn the temperature control knob left or right to set the desired temperature.

Auto fan speed control in Automatic Mode

You can control the fan speed in three stages by pressing the AUTO button during automatic operation.

HIGH: Provides rapid air conditioning and heating with the maximum fan speed setting.

MEDIUM: Provides air conditioning and heating with the mid-level fan speed setting.

LOW: Fan speed is set to the lowest setting range.

NOTE: If the temperature is set to either HI or LO, the fan speed setting will be HIGH. For detailed precautions and instructions, see the Owner's Manual.

Manual heating and air conditioning

Air intake control

• LED ON recirculated air position
  
• LED OFF outside (fresh) air position
  

Mode selection

The MODE selection button

controls the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system as follow:

SYNC button

Adjusting the temperature equally
the SYNC button (indicator light ON) to adjust the driver and passenger side temperature equally.

Adjusting the temperature individually
Press the SYNC button (indicator light OFF) again to adjust the driver and passenger side temperature individually.

WIRELESS SMARTPHONE CHARGING SYSTEM

There is a wireless smartphone charging system inside the front console. The system will operate when all doors are closed, and the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Turn on the wireless charging function from the Settings menu in the infotainment system. Press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Convenience > Wireless Charging System for Mobile Devices.

Place the smartphone on the center of the wireless charging pad. The indicator light is ORANGE when the smartphone is charging and turns BLUE when phone charging is complete.

NOTE: Wireless charging pad will stop working when the driver's door is open. When the door is closed, the wireless charging pad will resume charging your phone again. NOTE: 15W Wireless Power Charger.

NOTE: The wireless cellular phone charging system supports only the Qienabled cellular phones . NOTE: Do not place any metallic items such as coins, keys on the charger. Avoid putting credit cards, etc. on the charger as they might get damaged by the magnetic field.

USB DATA / SMARTPHONE PORT

Front Panel USB ports

The left side USB data port can toggle between charging or data connection while charging. Press button top part for charging only. Press button bottom to listen to music or connect to Android Auto / Apple CarPlay. The right side USB port is for charging only.

2nd Row Passenger USB ports

Each front seat is equipped with one USB port for charging only located on side of the seat toward to 2nd row seat passengers.

INFOTAINMENT

BLUETOOTH® PHONE PAIRING

1. Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting a Bluetooth device to the system. Shift gear to P (Park) position.
2. On the Home screen, press Setup > Device Connections > Add New .
3. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone to connect and select the vehicle system name from the list of searched devices. The Vehicle name can be found in the Add New Device window that pops up.
4. Confirm that the authentication code on smartphone screen matches the code on the vehicle system screen, and approve the connection on the device.
5. When your smartphone is using Bluetooth communication, to download contacts from the phone to the system or use the text message notification, allow access to your phone.

for Android Auto

for Apple CarPlay

Pairing tutorials, phone compatibility and operational tips can be found through the Smart QR code using the QR reader application on your Smartphone

BLUETOOTH® AUDIO QUALITY TIPS

Ensure Bluetooth device volume is set to 100% for optimal audio quality. To adjust volume to your preference, utilize the head unit knob or steering wheel control. When placing a call, reduce the volume of the head unit if distortion or echoing is present. In the following situations you or the other party may have difficulty hearing each other:

1. High level volume may result indistortion and echo. Keep the Bluetooth volume low.
2. When driving on a rough road, high speeds and/or with the window open.
3. When the air conditioning vents are facing the microphone and/or when the air conditioning fan is at the max speed.

ANDROID AUTO ™

Requirements for Wireless or Wired Connection (if in use)

• any compatible phone with OS Android™ 11.0 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi support
• data plan with applicable feature(s).
• USB cable connection – OS Android™ 5.0 or higher
• phone manufacturer's USB cable

Before You Begin

• Android Auto™ features may operate differently than on your phone.
• Message and data charges may apply when using Android Auto™.
• Android Auto™ relies on the performance of your phone. If you experience performance issues:
  • Close all apps and then restart them.
  • Disconnect and then reconnect your phone.
• Using the USB cable that was provided with your phone is recommended.

Dual Voice Recognition

1. Pressing Voice Recognition button once will use vehicle onboard for requests.
2. Pressing and Holding Voice Recognition button will use Android Auto™ for requests.

Phone Setup

1. Turn on Bluetooth® on your phone
2. Connect the USB cable to your phone and the USB port on the vehicle.
3. Phone will prompt you to download the Android Auto™ app and update other needed apps (e.g. Google Maps™, Google Play Music™, Google Now™).

NOTE:

• Vehicle must be parked.
• Location mode setting should be set to High accuracy.
• Car and phone setup should be completed in one sitting. If phone setup needs to be resumed, recommend to Force Stop the Android Auto™ app on the Phone then reopen the app and accept the Disclaimer notifications.

Car Setup / Using Android Auto with a USB cable

1. Make sure that the vehicle USB port is set to data connection. Please, see Front Panel USB ports information.
2. Connect a smartphone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the provided USB cable.
3. When you have connected to the Android Auto for the first time, check the pop-up window displayed on system screen and press Yes.
4. Agree to Enable Android Auto from the smartphone.
5. Press Android Auto from the Home screen, and use a variety of features available on your smartphone.

For more information on how to operate Android Auto, please refer to your display audio or navigation manual. For additional Android Auto support, please refer to the Android Auto support website https://support.google.com/androidauto/.

ANDROID AUTO™ SUPPORT

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APPLE CARPLAY ^®

Requirements for Wireless or Wired Connection (if in use)

• Latest iOS
• iPhone® 5 or above
• Data plan f or applicable features
• Apple Lightning® / Apple-certified cable (if using wired connection).

Your iPhone Setup

1. Go to Settings > General > CarPlay to allow CarPlay access.
2. Go to Settings > Siri and ensure Siri is turned ON.

Car Setup / Using Apple CarPlay with a USB cable

1. Make sure that vehicle USB port is set to data connection. Please, see Front Panel USB ports information.
2. Connect an iPhone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the provided USB cable.
3. When you have connected to the Apple CarPlay for the first time, check the pop-up window displayed on system screen and press Yes.
4. Agree to Enable Apple CarPlay from the iPhone.
5. Press Apple CarPlay from the Home screen, and use a variety of features available on your iPhone.

APPLE CARPLAY® SUPPORT

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BLUETOOTH® OPERATIONAL TIPS

Steering wheel Bluetooth® control

VOICE RECOGNITION (VR) BUTTON
Activates voice recognition of a connected smartphone:

• a SHORT press activates system voice recognition on vehicles equipped with navigation.
• a LONG press activates the smartphone VR, if connected.

CALL/ANSWER/CALL END
Answer a call or end a call. Press and hold to reject an incoming call.

CUSTOM
Use a custom function. Press and hold to access the Custom Button settings screen. Tap to select the programmed function.

Making a call using voice recognition

The menu tree identifies available voice recognition Bluetooth® functions.

CALLING BY NAME:

1. Press the Voice Recognition button .
2. Say the following command:
   • "Call <John>": Connects the call to John.
   • "Call <John> <on Mobile/at Work/at Home>": Connects the call to John's Mobile, Home, or at Work phone number.

DIALING BY NUMBER:

1. Press the Voice Recognition button .
2. Say "Dial Number"
3. Say "Desired phone number"

VOICE RECOGNITION TIPS

Your vehicle is equipped with a Voice Recognition technology which allows drivers to operate their phones without having to take their eyes off of the road to minimize distractions.

Voice recognition performance may be affected if driving with windows and sunroof open; when the heating-cooling system is on; when passing in a tunnel or when driving on rugged and uneven roads.

Quick reference on using system voice commands on navigation equipped vehicles. Smartphone commands are similar. To start a voice command, press the button, the following commands are available:

Command	Function
More Help	Provides guidance on commands that can be used anywhere in the system.
Help	Provides guidance on commands that can be used within the current mode.
Calls <Name>	Calls <Name> saved in Contacts. Ex) Call "John"
Dial <Number>	Call can be made by dialing the spoken numbers. Ex) Call "123"
Phone	Provides guidance on Phone related commands. After saying this command, say "Call History", "Contacts" to execute the corresponding functions.
Contact s (Call by Name)	Displays the Contacts screen. After saying this command, say the name of a contact saved in the Contacts to automatically connect a call.
Dial Number	Displays the Dial number screen. After saying this command, you can say the number which you want to call.

For the complete list of commands, please refer to your Owner's Manual.

NOTE: An active Bluelink subscription is required for most system Voice Recognition (VR) commands. Phone based VR commends (Long press of the VR button) are through your phone.

NOTE: Vehicles without Navigation require a compatible Apple or Android phone connected to the USB port to use the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel. If connected via Bluetooth you cannot place a call using VR, you can only accept and end a call.

AUDIO MODE

Press POWER button to turn radio ON.

Tuning/listening To Channels

1. On the control panel, press the MEDIA button .
2. On the Media Home screen , press desired band FM/AM/SXM®.
3. Press the search backward SEEK or forward TRACK button to search desired channel.
   NOTE: A clear view of the southern sky is recommended to ensure SXM^® radio reception.

Setting Preset Memory Buttons (FM/AM/SXM®)

On the Media Home screen , press and hold any star icon button until an audible beep is heard to store current channel. Radio channels are saved to Favorites screen. To display Favorites screen, on Media home screen , select Favorites .

FM RADIO

Radio Noise Control Mode

1. Press the Menu button.
2. Press the Radio Noise button .
3. Select Radio Noise Control Mode, or as your preference.
   ※ Default: Minimum Noise Reduction .

SOUND SETTINGS

The sound settings for various system and phone levels can be adjusted. To configure sound settings, press Setup > Sound, and the Sound Settings screen will appear. Configure the settings as needed.

NOTE: For more information on specific setting, refer to Online Manual.

Adjusting The Sound Control

On the control panel, press SETUP button and select Sound > Position. Touch on-screen arrows to adjust desired setting.

NOTE: Users can set the volume level of each source (FM, AM, SXM®, USB, BT and etc.) individually by adjusting the knob . When the volume of a source is adjusted to the desired level, it will be automatically saved at that setting. Thus, when the user changes source and reverts back, the volume will be set at the last desired level.

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROL

VOLUME: Raises or lowers the speaker volume. Press to Mute.

SEEK/PRESET: Changes the station. Fast forward / rewind smartphone media (as set in the app).

MODE: Changes the audio source. Holding MODE button until it beeps allows you to customize which features to attach to MODE.

MUTE: Press the volume control to MUTE. Press the volume control again to UNMUTE.

To continue listening to your desired media source (FM, AM, SXM, etc.) while operating Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®:

• select desired media source via Steering Wheel Media control, Infotainment Media Control
• reselect Android Auto or Apple CarPlay on infotainment menu or through Custom Navigation Button

NAVIGATION

Basic features on the map screen

1. Redirects to the Search screen.
2. Change the map display mode.
3. Adjust the nav. sound volume.
4. Set the map scale change mode.
5. Zooms in or out of the map.
6. Displays the system information.
7. Displays the list of menu.
8. Displays the detailed guidance.
9. Displays the next point to change the driving direction.
10. Displays the point to change the driving direction.
11. Displays the rest or service areas on the route.
12. the lanes in different colors.
13. Stops the route guidance.
14. Shows the remaining distance to the destination and the estimated time of arrival or remaining time to the destination.
15. Displays the current location or destination information.

Destination search screen

Enter POI, address via keyboard (vehicle in Park (P)) or Voice.

You can search by Previous Destinations here.

You can search by Nearby Points of Interests (POIs).

You can store saved addresses (Home, Work, and other POIs here.

DRIVING

LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA)

Lane Keeping Assist is designed to help detect lane markings or road edges when the vehicle speed is above 40 mph and the LKA indicator is green displayed in the instrument cluster. LKA will not operate properly if the lane line is not clear, sharp bend in the road, or in heavy fog. The system will warn the driver if the vehicle leaves the lane without using the turn signal.

With the engine on, press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Driving Safety > Lane Safety in the infotainment system. If Lane Safety is selected, LKA automatically assists the driver's steering when lane departure is detected to help prevent the vehicle from moving out of its lane.

To turn function ON, press and hold the Lane Driving Assist button for about 2 seconds located on the steering wheel. The indicator light will illuminate on the cluster. Press and hold the button again to turn OFF the system. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more detailed information.

LANE FOLLOWING ASSIST (LFA)

Lane Following Assist helps detects lane markings and/or a vehicle ahead on the road, and helps center your vehicle in the lane. LFA helps to assist the driver steering to help keep the vehicle centered in the lane.

To enable LFA while driving, press and release the Lane Driving Assist button on the steering wheel.

Operating conditions

When LFA is activated, the indicator on the cluster will illuminate. The color of the indicator will change depending on the condition of LFA.

• Green: When LFA assist the steering
• White: When LFA cannot assist the steering

FORWARD COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (FCA)

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist helps detect a vehicle, a pedestrian, or a cyclist ahead on the road. The function may warn you with a warning message and an audible warning if a collision is imminent. If necessary, it may assist with braking your vehicle to help reduce collision speed and avoid a collision.

With the engine on, press the SETUP button, select Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Driving Safety to set whether to use each function.

If "Forward Safety" is deselected, Forward Safety will turn off. The warning light will illuminate on the cluster.

NOTE: Please refer to your Owner's Manual for further information.

BLIND-SPOT COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (BCA)

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist helps detect approaching vehicles in the driver's blind spot areas and warn you of a possible collision with a warning light and a warning sound.

With the engine on, press Setup button, select Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Driving Safety > Blind Spot Safety. If Blind-Spot Safety is selected, BCA Assist warns the driver with a warning message, an audible warning depending on the collision risk levels. Braking assist is applied for parking exit depending on the collision risk levels.

If the vehicle is turned on, when "Blind-Spot Safety" is selected, the warning light on the side view mirror blinks for three seconds.

The Warning Methods can be set from the infotainment system, select Setup > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Warning Method:

• Warning Volume: Adjusts the volume of the warning sound.
• Haptic Warning: Activate the steering wheel vibration warning.

The Warning Volume and Haptic Warning cannot be turned off at the same time. When one of the warning is turned off the other is activated.

DRIVE MODE

The drive mode may be selected according to the driver's preference or road conditions. The system resets to ECO MODE, when the engine is restarted.

Whenever the DRIVE MODE switch is pushed UP or DOWN the mode changes, as the following:

*if equipped

ECO Mode

ECO mode helps improve fuel economy for eco-friendly driving. Fuel economy varies according to the driver's driving habit and road condition.

• When ECO mode is selected, the ECO indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster.
• When ECO mode is activated:
  • The acceleration response may be slightly reduced if the accelerator pedal is depressed moderately.
  • The air conditioner performance may be limited.
  • The shift pattern of the transmission may change.
  • Engine noise may be louder at some transmission shifts as downshift requires pressing down more on the accelerator pedal.

The above situations are normal conditions when ECO mode is activated to help improve fuel economy.

Normal Mode

The engine and transmission control logic work together to provide regular daily driving performance with fuel efficiency.

Sport Mode

Manages the driving dynamics by automatically adjusting the steering effort, and the engine / transmission control logic for enhanced driving performance. The engine RPM will be a little higher than normal.

My Drive Mode Features

Selects the proper driving mode among SMART NORMAL / SMART SPORT by judging the driver's driving habits (i.e., mild or dynamic) from the brake pedal depression or the steering wheel operation. In MY DRIVE MODE, you can adjust the vehicle performance for each function. To set MY DRIVE MODE, press the SETUP button, and then select Vehicle > Drive Mode > MY DRIVE MODE in the infotainment system.

*Snow Mode (for 4WD vehicle, if equipped)

Offers special traction tuning for snow optimizing available traction in adverse conditions. Adjusts the left and right wheel slip control, engine torque, and shift patterns according to available traction levels.

DRIVER ATTENTION WARNING (DAW)

Inattentive driving warning
Driver Attention Warning monitors your driving pattern while driving. When the driver's attention level is below a certain level, Driver Attention Warning recommends a break to help with safe driving.

Leading vehicle departure alert function
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert function will inform the driver when a detected vehicle in front departs.

DRIVER ATTENTION WARNING SETTINGS

Leading vehicle departure alert
With the engine on, select Setup > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Driver Attention Warning > enable Leading Vehicle Departure alert in the infotainment system to set whether to use function.

If Leading Vehicle Departure Alert is selected, the function will inform the driver when a detected vehicle in front departs from a stop.

SMART CRUISE CONTROL (SCC) (if equipped)

Smart Cruise Control helps maintain a set distance and speed from the vehicle ahead.

With the engine on, press the SETUP button and then select Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Driving Convenience > Smart Cruise Control is selected from the infotainment system, you can change the vehicle distance, the acceleration, and the reaction speed manually.

Turning SCC ON / OFF

Press the Driving Assist button to turn on Smart Cruise Control. The speed will be set to the current speed on the instrument cluster.

Setting Up Speed

Toggle switch + UP to Set / Increase the cruise control speed. Toggle switch - DOWN to Set / 31 Decrease the cruise control speed.

Setting Vehicle Distance

Press the Vehicle distance button to Set and Maintain the vehicle distance without pressing the accelerator or brake pedal.

Each time the button is pressed, the vehicle distance changes as follows:

Instrument Cluster SCC Status

Selected distance level

Set speed

Whether there is a vehicle ahead and the target vehicle distance

To Temporary Cancel SCC

Press the button or depress the brake pedal.

Resuming Smart Cruise Control

To resume Smart Cruise Control after the function was temporarily canceled, operate the +, - or a switch.

NOTE: Standard Cruise Control (CC) Operation is similar but will not adjust the vehicle speed. Refer to your Owner's Manual for CC operation.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)

The EPB will automatically be applied when: depressing the brake pedal, engine off while Auto Hold is enabled, parked on a slope, or with the engine off in P (park) but the vehicle still moves a bit.

Applying EPB

• Depress and hold the brake pedal .
• Pull up the EPB switch .
• Make sure the Parking Brake warning light comes ON.

Manual Release

• Depress and hold the brake pedal .
• Press the EPB switch
• Make sure the Parking Brake warning light goes OFF.

Automatic Release

With the engine running, depress the brake pedal and shift out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive). Make sure the doors, hood, and trunk are closed and the seat belt is fastened.

Emergency braking

If there is a problem with the brake pedal while driving, emergency braking is possible by pulling up and holding the EPB switch. Braking is possible only while you are holding the EPB switch. However, braking distance may be longer than normal.

NOTE: Please see the owner's manual for additional details.

AUTO HOLD

The Auto Hold feature assists in steep hill areas. It holds the brake until the accelerator pedal is pressed. Auto Hold maintains the vehicle in a standstill even though the brake pedal is not depressed after driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal.

1. Press the AUTO HOLD switch. Auto Hold indicator illuminates WHITE on instrument cluster.
   
2. Stop the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal. The brakes will remain engaged even if the brake pedal is released.
   
3. The brakes will release when the accelerator pedal is pressed with transmission in D, R or manual mode.
   

To cancel the AUTO HOLD operation, press the AUTO HOLD switch again.

DRIVE SELECTOR

The automatic transmission has eight forward speeds and one reverse speed.
The individual speeds are selected automatically in the D (Drive) position.

REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA)

Rear Occupant Alert is provided to help prevent the driver from leaving with any rear passenger left in the vehicle.

System setting

To use Rear Occupant Alert, it can be enabled from the Settings menu in the infotainment system. Select: Setup > Vehicle > Convenience > Rear Occupant Alert

System operation

When you turn off the engine and open the driver's door after opening and closing the rear door, the "Check rear seats" warning message appears on the cluster display.
To turn the warning message off, press the OK button.

NOTE: The record of the rear door opening and closing resets only when the driver turns the vehicle off and locks the vehicle door. Even if the rear door has not been reopened, an alert may occur if the door record is not reset. For example, if the driver opens the door and exits the vehicle again without locking the door after the Rear Occupant Alert operates, the alert may occur again.

NOTE: The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.

Always check the rear seats before you leave the vehicle.
The Rear Occupant Alert system does not actually detect the presence of objects or occupants in the rear seat but just informs you to check the rear seat by using the record of the rear door opening and closing.

DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM SENSORS

CAMERAS

Front view camera

Wide-front view camera

Wide-side view camera

Wide-rear view camera

In-cabin camera

ULTRASONIC SENSORS

Front ultrasonic sensors

Front side ultrasonic sensors

Rear ultrasonic sensors

Rear side ultrasonic sensors

RADARS

Front radar

Rear corner radar

The Driver Assistance system on your vehicle uses cameras and sensors to help detect potential hazards in the vicinity of your vehicle.

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WATCH & LEARN

Scheduled Maintenance (for normal usage)

*1 Requires <API SN PLUS(or above) Full synthetic> grade engine oil. if a lower grade engine oil(mineral oil including Semisynthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated severe maintenance condition.

*2 The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.

*3 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

*4 Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the properties of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.

*5 For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to its interval when you do maintenance of other items.

*See Owner's Manual for details regarding Severe Usage maintenance recommendations.

Looking for more detailed information? This Quick Reference Guide does not replace your vehicle's Owner's Manual. If you require additional information or are unsure of a specific issue, you should always refer to the vehicle's Owner's Manual or contact your authorized Hyundai dealer. The information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was correct at the time of printing; however, specifications and equipment can change without notice. No warranty or guarantee is being extended in this Quick Reference Guide, and Hyundai reserves the right to change product specifications and equipment at any time without incurring obligations. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. Specifications apply to U.S. vehicles only. Please contact your Hyundai dealer for current vehicle specifications.

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