Hyundai Kona (2024 year). Manual in english

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Recommended Lubricants And Capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only

lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine

efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.

*1 Refer to the “Recommended SAE viscosity number” section.
*2 Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they

contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these

Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Engine oil

*1 *2

(drain and refill)
Recommends

TM_QuakerState

Smartstream

G1.6 T-GDi

5.1 US qt.

(4.8 ℓ)

SAE 0W-20, API SN PLUS/

SP or ILSAC GF-6

Smartstream

G2.0

ATKINSON

4.5 US qt.

(4.3 ℓ)

0W-20, API SN PLUS/

SP or ILSAC GF-6

Automatic

Transmission

fluid

Smartstream

G1.6 T-GDi

6.8 US qt. (6.5 ℓ)

MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV

NOCA ATF SP-IV or HYUNDAI

Genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands

meeting the above specification

approved by HYUNDAI Motor Co.

Intelligent

Variable

Transmission

fluid

Smartstream

G2.0

ATKINSON

6.9 US qt.

(6.7 ℓ) (2WD)

7.1 US qt.

(6.9 ℓ) (AWD)

MICHANG SP-CVT1 or HYUNDAI

Genuine SP-CVT1

Coolant

Smartstream

G1.6 T-GDi

9.0 US qt. (8.5 ℓ)

Mixture of antifreeze and distilled

water (Ethylene glycol base coolant

for aluminum radiator)

Smartstream

G2.0

ATKINSON

7.3 US qt.

(6.9 ℓ)

Rear differential oil (AWD)

0.6-0.7 US qt.

(0.4-0.5 ℓ)

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE

75W/85 (Recommended SK HCT-5

GEAR OIL 75W85 or equivalent)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

0.8-0.9 US qt.

(0.62-0.68 ℓ)

Brake fluid

As needed

DOT-4

Fuel

Smartstream

G1.6 T-GDi

13.2 US gal. (50 ℓ)

Refer to the “Fuel Requirements”

section in chapter 1.

Smartstream

G2.0

ATKINSON

12.4 US gal. (47 ℓ)

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improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost

and energy savings.

*3 If the transfer case/rear differential is submerged, visit an authorized HYUNDAI genuine products to replace the

differential oil.

*4 To maintain the best braking performance and ABS/ESC performance, use genuine brake fluid that conform to

specifications.

*5 Requires <API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic> grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil

including semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated severe

maintenance condition.

Recommended SAE viscosity number

NOTICE

Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before

checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important in dusty or sandy areas

and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug and dipstick areas will

prevent dirt and grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that could be

damaged.

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather operating

(engine start and engine oil flow ability). Typically, lower viscosity engine oils can provide

better fuel economy and cold weather performance, however, higher viscosity engine

oils are required for satisfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using oils of any viscosity

other than those recommended could result in engine damage. For these engines, only

use 0W-20 weight engine oil.
Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the properties

of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.

WL_OilAPIMark

An engine oil displaying this American Petroleum Institute (API) Certification Mark

conforms to the International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC). It is

recommended to only use engine oils that uphold this API Certification Mark.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

Temperature

°C

-30

-20

-10

°F

-10

100

120

Smartstream G1.6

T-GDi

1C_EngineOilLublicationSpec

Smartstream G2.0

ATKINSON

1C_EngineOilLublicationSpec

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Vehicle Identification

Number (VIN)

Frame number

2C_VINPosition

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is

the number used in registering your

vehicle and in all legal matters pertaining

to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor under

the right front seat. To check the number,

open the cover.

VIN label

2C_VINPosition_2

The VIN is also on a plate attached to the

top of the left side dashboard. The

number on the plate can easily be seen

through the windshield from outside.

Vehicle Certification

Label

2C_CertificationLabelPosition

The vehicle certification label attached on

the driver’s (or front passenger’s) side

center pillar gives the Vehicle

Identification Number (VIN).

Tire Specification And

Pressure Label

2C_TireLabel

The tires supplied on your new vehicle are

chosen to provide the best performance

for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver’s side

center pillar gives the tire pressures

recommended for your vehicle.

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Engine Number

Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi

2C_EngineNumberPosition

Smartstream G2.0 ATKINSON

2C_EngineNumberPosition_2

The engine number is stamped on the

engine block as shown in the drawing.

Air Conditioner

Compressor Label

2C_AirconCompLabel

A compressor label informs you the type

of compressor your vehicle is equipped

with such as model, supplier part number,

production number, refrigerant (1) and

refrigerant oil (2).

Open Source Software

Notice

This vehicle contains software with open

source licenses. Open source software

information including the source code,

terms may be obtained on the website
https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/o

pensource
HYUNDAI Motor America will provide the

open source code to you in storage

medium such as CD-ROM for minimum

charge covering the cost of performing

source distribution upon email request to

opensource@hyundai.com within a

period of 3 years from the date of product

purchase.

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Consumer Information

This consumer information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by

the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of

Transportation. Your HYUNDAI dealer will help answer any questions you may have as

you read this information.
HYUNDAI motor vehicles are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all

applicable safety standards.
For your safety, however, we strongly urge you to read and follow all directions in this

Owner’s Manual, particularly the information under the headings “

NOTICE

”, “

CAUTION

”

and “

WARNING

”.

If, after reading this manual, you have any questions regarding the operation of your

vehicle, please contact the Hyundai Customer Care Center.
Hyundai Customer Care
P.O. Box 20850
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
800-633-5151
consumeraffairs@hmausa.com
Hyundai’s Customer Care Center representatives are available Monday through Friday,
between the hours of 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM PST
and Saturday between 6:30 AM and 3:00 PM PST (English).
For Customer Care assistance in Spanish or Korean, representatives are available

Monday through Friday between 6:30 AM and 3:00 PM PST.

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Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could

cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying HYUNDAI MOTOR

AMERICA.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free
at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
go to http://www.safercar.gov;
download the SaferCar mobile application;
or write to: Administrator, NHTSA
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE,
West Building Washington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds

that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy

campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems

between you, your dealer, or HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA.

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Important Safety

Precautions

You will find many safety precautions and

recommendations throughout this

section, and throughout this manual. The

safety precautions in this section are

among the most important.

Always wear your seat belt

A seat belt is your best protection in all

types of accidents. Airbags are designed

to supplement seat belts, not to replace

them. So even though your vehicle is

equipped with airbags, always make sure

you and your passengers wear your seat

belts, and wear them properly.

Restrain all children

All children under age 13 should ride in

your vehicle properly restrained in a rear

seat, not the front seat. Infants and small

children should be restrained in an

appropriate Child Restraint System.

Larger children should use a booster seat

with the lap/shoulder belt until they can

use the seat belt properly without a

booster seat.

Airbag hazards

While airbags can save lives, they can also

cause serious or fatal injuries to

occupants who sit too close to them, or

who are not properly restrained. Infants,

young children, and short adults are at the

greatest risk of being injured by an

inflating airbag. Follow all instructions

and warnings in this manual.

Driver distraction

Driver distraction presents a serious and

potentially deadly danger, especially for

inexperienced drivers. Safety should be

the primary concern when behind the

wheel and drivers need to be aware of the

wide array of potential distractions, such

as drowsiness, reaching for objects,

eating, personal grooming, other

passengers, and using mobile phones.
Drivers can become distracted when they

take their eyes and attention off the road

or their hands off the wheel to focus on

activities other than driving. To reduce

your risk of distraction and an accident:
• Set up your mobile devices (for

example, MP3 players, phones,

navigation units, etc.) ONLY when your

vehicle is parked or safely stopped.

• ONLY use your mobile device when

allowed by laws and conditions permit

safe use. NEVER text or email while

driving. Most countries have laws

prohibiting drivers from texting. Some

countries and cities also prohibit

drivers from using handheld phones.

• NEVER let the use of a mobile device

distract you from driving. You have a

responsibility to your passengers and

others on the road to always drive

safely, with your hands on the wheel as

well as your eyes and attention on the

road.

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Never drink or take drugs and

drive

Drinking alcohol or taking drugs can

reduce your ability to respond to

changing conditions and emergencies.

Do not drink or take drugs and drive, and

do not let your friends drink or take drugs

and drive.

Control your speed

Excessive speed is a major factor in crash

injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher

the speed, the greater the risk, but serious

injuries can also occur at lower speeds.

Never drive faster than is safe for current

conditions, regardless of the maximum

speed posted.

Keep your vehicle in safe

condition

Having a tire blowout or a mechanical

failure can be extremely hazardous. To

reduce the possibility of such problems,

check your tire pressures and condition

frequently, and perform all regularly

scheduled maintenance.

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Infotainment system

2C_AdjustSeatAVN

Select

Setup

Vehicle

Seat

from the

Setup menu in the infotainment system,

you may use various convenience

functions.
• Seat position change alert: When the

seat position changes, details of the

change are shown with a seat image.

Information

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.

Information

The information provided may differ

depending on which functions are

applicable to your vehicle.

Safety precautions

Adjusting the seats so that you are sitting

in a safe and comfortable position plays

an important role for the safety of the

driver and passengers, as much as seat

belts and airbags when in an accident.

WARNING

Do not use a cushion that reduces friction

between the seat and the passenger. The

passenger’s hips may slide under the lap

portion of the seat belt during an accident

or a sudden stop.
Serious or fatal internal injuries could

result because the seat belt cannot

operate properly.

Airbags

You can take steps to reduce the risk of

being injured by an inflating airbag.

Sitting too close to an airbag greatly

increases the risk of injury in the event the

airbag inflates. The National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

recommends that drivers allow at least 10

inches (25 cm) between the center of the

steering wheel and their chest.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death from an inflating airbag:
• Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the rear

as possible while maintaining your

ability to control the vehicle.

• Adjust the front passenger seat as far to

the rear as possible.

• Hold the steering wheel by the rim with

your hands at the 9 o’clock and 3

o’clock positions to minimize the risk of

injuries to your hands and arms.

• Never place anything or anyone

between you and the airbag.

• Do not allow the front passenger to

place feet or legs on the dashboard to

minimize the risk of leg injuries.

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Seat belts

Always fasten your seat belt before

starting any trip. At all times, passengers

should sit upright and be properly

restrained with a seat belt. Infants and

small children must be restrained in

appropriate Child Restraint Systems.

Children who have outgrown a booster

seat and adults must be restrained using

the seat belts.

WARNING

To prevent serious injury or death:
• Never use one seat belt for more than

one occupant.

• Always position the seatback upright

with the lap portion of the seat belt

snug and low across the hips.

• Never allow children or small infants to

ride on a passenger’s lap.

• Do not route the seat belt across your

neck, across sharp edges, or reroute

the shoulder strap away from your

body.

• Do not allow the seat belt to become

caught or jammed.

Front seats

WARNING

To prevent serious injury or death:
• Never attempt to adjust the seat while

the vehicle is moving. The seat could

respond with unexpected movement

and may cause loss of vehicle control

resulting in a collision.

• Do not place anything under the front

seats. Loose including unsecured floor

mats, in the driver’s foot area could

interfere with the operation of the foot

pedals.

• Do not allow anything to interfere with

the normal position and proper locking

of the seatback.

• Do not place a cigarette lighter on the

floor or seat.

• Use extreme caution when picking up

small objects trapped under the seats

or between the seat and the center

console. Your hands might be cut or

injured by the sharp edges of the seat

mechanism.

• If there are occupants in the rear seats,

be careful while adjusting the front

seat.

• Make sure that the seat is locked in

place after the adjustment. If not, the

seat might move unexpectedly.

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Reclining seatback

Sitting in a reclined position when the

vehicle is moving can be dangerous. Even

when you are buckled up, the protections

of your restraint system (seat belts and/or

airbags) is greatly reduced by reclining

your seatback.
Seat belts must be snug against your hips

and chest to work properly.
The more the seatback is reclined, the

greater the chance for the passenger’s

hips to slide under the lap belt or the

passenger’s neck to strike the shoulder

belt.

WARNING

Never ride with a reclined seatback when

the vehicle is moving.
Riding with a reclined seatback increases

your chance of serious or fatal injuries in

the event of a collision or sudden stop.
Driver and passengers should always sit

well back in their seats, properly belted,

and with the seatbacks upright.
Seat belts must be snug against your hips

and chest to work properly. When the

seatback is reclined, the shoulder belt

cannot do its job because it will not be

snug against your chest. Instead, it will be

in front of you. During a collision, you

could be thrown into the seat belt,

causing neck or other injuries.
The more the seatback is reclined, the

greater chance the passenger’s hips will

slide under the lap belt or the passenger’s

neck will strike the shoulder belt.

Manual seat controls

The front seat can be adjusted by using

the levers located underneath the front

part of the seat or on the outer side of the

seat.

Forward and rearward adjustment

2C_AdjustSeatForwardBackwardmanual

To move the seat forward or rearward:
1. Pull up the seat slide adjustment lever

and hold it.

2. Slide the seat to the position desired

position.

3. Release the lever and make sure the

seat is locked in place. Move forward

and rearward without using the lever. If

the seat moves, it is not locked

properly.

Seatback angle

2C_AdjustSeatBackmanual

To recline the seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift up the

seatback lever.

2. Carefully lean back on the seat and

adjust the seatback to the desired

position.

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3. Release the lever and make sure the

seatback is locked in place.

Seat height

2C_AdjustSeatHeightmanual

To change the height of the seat cushion:
• Push down on the lever several times,

to lower the seat cushion.

• Pull up on the lever several times, to

raise the seat cushion.

if equipped

Power seat controls

The driver's seat can be adjusted by using

the control switches located on the

outside of the seat cushion.

WARNING

NEVER allow children to remain in the

vehicle unattended. The power seats are

operable when the vehicle is turned off.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the seats:
• Always stop adjusting the seats when

the seat has been adjusted as far

forward or rearward as possible.

• Do not adjust the seats longer than

necessary when the vehicle is turned

off. This may result in unnecessary

battery drain.

Forward and rearward adjustment

2C_AdjustSeatForwardBackwardAuto

To move the seat forward or rearward:
1. Push the control switch forward or

rearward.

2. Release the switch once the seat

reaches the desired position.

Seatback angle adjustment

2C_AdjustSeatBackAuto

To recline the seatback:
1. Push the control switch forward or

rearward.

2. Release the switch once the seatback

reaches the desired position.

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Seat cushion tilt/Seat height adjustment

2C_AdjustSeatHeightAuto

• Seat cushion tilt (1)
To change the angle of the front part of

the seat cushion:
1. Push the front portion of the control

switch up to raise or down to lower the

front part of the seat cushion.

2. Release the switch once the seat

reaches the desired position.

• Seat height (2)
To change the height of the seat:
1. Push the rear portion of the control

switch up to raise or down to lower the

height of the seat.

2. Release the switch once the seat

reaches the desired position.

Lumbar support

2C_AdjustSeatBackCushionAuto

To adjust the lumbar support:
1. Press the front portion of the switch (1)

to increase support or the rear portion

of the switch (2) to decrease support.

2. Release the switch once the lumbar

support reaches the desired position.

NOTICE

Do not continue to operate the lumbar

support when the lumbar support

provides its
maximum support. Damage to the

lumbar support motor could occur.

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if equipped

Seatback pocket

2C_SeatBackPocket

The seatback pocket is provided on the

back of the front passenger seatback.

CAUTION

Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the

seatback pocket. In a collision, they can

come loose from the pocket and injure

occupants.

Rear seats

Reclining the rear seats

2C_RearSeatRecline

To recline the seatback:
1. Pull up the seatback folding lever.
2. Hold the lever and adjust the seatback

of the seat to the desired position.

3. Release the lever and make sure the

seatback is locked in place.

Folding the rear seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded to

facilitate carrying long items or to

increase the rear cargo volume in the

vehicle.
Before folding the rear seats, lower the

head restraint to the lowest position and

store the seat belt to both sides of the

seats.

WARNING

• Never allow passengers to sit on top of

the folded down seatback while the

vehicle is moving. This is not a proper

seating position and no seat belts are

available for use. This could result in

serious injury or death in a collision or

sudden stop.

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• Objects carried on the folded down

seatback should not extend higher than

the top of the front seatbacks. This can

allow cargo to slide forward and cause

property damage or serious injury or

even death during a collision or sudden

stop.

To fold down the rear seatback:

1. Adjust the front seatback to the upright

position and if necessary, slide the front

seat forward.

2. Lower the rear head restraints to the

lowest position by pushing and holding

the release button (1) and pushing

down on the head restraint (2).

2C_AdjustRearHeadrestDown

3. Route the seat belt webbing to the

outward of the rear seat to prevent the

belts from being damaged.

2C_RearSeatFoldingStep

4. Pull up the seatback folding lever, then

fold the seat toward the front of the

vehicle.

2C_RearSeatFoldingStep2nd

2C_RearSeatFoldingStep3rd

To unfold the rear seatback:

1. Lift and push the seatback rearward

while lifting up the front portion of the

folding lever.

2C_RearSeatFoldingStep4th

2. Push the seatback firmly until it clicks

into place. Make sure the seatback is

locked in place.

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WARNING

Lock the seatback properly. In a collision

or sudden stop, an unlocked seatback

may allow cargo to move forward with

great force and may result in serious

injury or death.

WARNING

Cargo should always be secured to

prevent it from moving in a collision and

causing serious injury or death to the

vehicle occupants. Do not place objects

in the rear seats, because they cannot be

properly secured and may hit the front

seat occupants in a collision.

Armrest

2C_RearArmrestFilp

The armrest is located in the center of the

rear seat. Pull the armrest down from the

seatback to use it.

Head restraint

The vehicle’s front and rear seats have

adjustable head restraints. The head

restraints provide comfort for

passengers, but more importantly they

are designed to help protect passengers

from whiplash and other neck and spinal

injuries during an accident, especially in a

rear impact collision. When there are no

occupants in the rear seats, adjust the

rear head restraints to the lowest height

to improve the driver's visibility.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death in an accident, take the following

precautions when adjusting your head

restraints:
• Always adjust the head restraints

properly for all passengers BEFORE

starting the vehicle.

• Never let anyone ride in a seat with the

head restraint removed or reversed.

• Adjust the head restraints so that the

middle of the head restraint is at the

same height as the top of the eyes.

2C_HeadrestRightPosition

• Never adjust the head restraint position

of the driver’s seat when the vehicle is

moving.

• Adjust the head restraint as close to the

passenger’s head as possible. Do not

use a seat cushion that holds the body

away from the seatback.

• Make sure the head restraint locks into

position after adjusting it.

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WARNING

When passengers are sitting on the rear

seats, always raise the head restraints

above the lowest stored position.

2C_RearHeadrestCaution

Front seat head restraints

2C_FrontHeadrestOverview

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats

are equipped with adjustable head

restraints for the passengers safety and

comfort.

Adjusting the height up and down

2C_AdjustFrontHeadrestUpDown

To raise the head restraint:
1. Pull it up to the desired position (1).
To lower the head restraint:
1. Press and hold the release button (2) on

the head restraint support.

2. Lower the head restraint to the desired

position (3).

NOTICE

2C_AdjustHeadrestCaution

If you recline the seatback towards the

front with the head restraint and seat

cushion raised, the head restraint may

come in contact with the sunvisor or

other parts of the vehicle.

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Removal/Reinstall

To remove the head restraint:

Manual adjustment seat

2C_RemoveHeadrestManual

Power adjustment seat

2C_RemoveHeadrestAuto

1. Recline the seatback (2) with the

seatback angle lever or switch (1).

2. Pull up the head restraint to the upmost

position and press the release button

(3) to remove the head restraint (4).

WARNING

Never allow anyone to travel in a seat with

the head restraint removed.

To reinstall the head restraint:

Manual adjustment seat

2C_InstallHeadrestManual

Power adjustment seat

2C_InstallHeadrestAuto

1. Recline the seat back by pressing

seatback angle lever or switch (3).

2. Put the head restraint poles (2) into the

holes while pressing the release button

(1).

3. Adjust the head restraint to the

appropriate height.

4. Adjust the seatback angle (4) with the

seatback angle lever or switch (3).

WARNING

Always make sure the head restraint locks

into position after reinstalling and

adjusting it properly.

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Rear seat head restraints

2C_RearHeadrestOverview

The rear seats are equipped with head

restraints in all the seating positions for

the passenger’s safety and comfort.

Adjusting the height up and down

2C_AdjustRearHeadrestUpDown

To raise the head restraint:
1. Pull it up to the desired position (1).
To lower the head restraint:
1. Press and hold the release button (2) on

the head restraint support.

2. Lower the head restraint to the desired

position (3).

Removal/Reinstallation

To remove the head restraint:

2C_AdjustRearHeadrestUp

1. Raise the head restraint as far as it can

go.

2. Press the head restraint release button

(1) while pulling up the head restraint

(2).

To reinstall the head restraint:

2C_AdjustRearHeadrestDown

1. Put the head restraint poles into the

holes (2) while pressing the release

button (1).

2. Adjust the head restraint to the

appropriate height.

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if equipped

Seats Warmers

Seat warmers are provided to warm the

seats during cold weather.
During mild weather or under conditions

where the operation of the seat warmer is

not needed, keep the seat warmers off.

WARNING

The seat warmers can cause serious

burns, even at low temperatures and

especially if used for long periods of time.
Passengers must be able to feel if the seat

is becoming too warm so they can turn it

off, if needed.
Seat warmers consume large amounts of

electricity. Please avoid using seat

warmers while the vehicle is off in order

to prevent battery discharge.
People who cannot detect temperature

change or pain to the skin should use

extreme caution, especially the following

types of passengers:
• Infants, children, elderly or disabled

persons, or hospital outpatients.

• People with sensitive skin or who burn

easily.

• Fatigued individuals.
• Intoxicated individuals.
• People taking medication that may

cause drowsiness or sleepiness.

Never place anything on the seat that

insulates against heat when the seat

warmer is operating, such as a blanket or

seat cushion.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the seat warmers

and seats:
• Never use a solvent such as paint

thinner, benzene, alcohol or gasoline to

clean the seats.

• Do not place heavy or sharp objects on

seats equipped with seat warmers.

• Do not change the seat cover. It may

damage the seat warmer.

Front seat warmers

Type A

2C_FrontSeatWarmerSwitch

Type B

2C_FrontSeatWarmerSwitch_2

While the engine is running, press the

switch to warm the driver's seat or front

passenger's seat.

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• Pressing the switch each time changes

the temperature in turn from high, to

medium, low, and off.

• The seat warmer temperature is

lowered automatically and then goes

off after a certain time to prevent low

temperature burns. If high temperature

is selected again after the seat warmer

turns off, the temperature is controlled

automatically again.

• The seat warmer defaults to the OFF

position whenever the Engine

Start/Stop button is in the ON position.

if equipped

Air Ventilation Seats

The air ventilation seats cool the front

seats by blowing air through small vent

holes on the surface of the seat cushions

and seatbacks.
When the air ventilation seat is not

desired, keep the air ventilation seats off.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the air ventilation

seats:
• Never use a solvent such as paint

thinner, benzene, alcohol, or gasoline

to clean the seats.

• Avoid spilling liquids on the surface of

the front seats and seatbacks. This may

cause the air vent holes to become

blocked and not to work properly.

• Do not place materials such as plastic

bags or newspapers under the seats.

They may block the air intake causing

the air vents not to work properly.

• Do not change the seat covers.
• If the air vents do not operate, restart

the vehicle. If there is no change, have

your vehicle inspected by an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

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Front air ventilation seats

Type A

2C_FrontSeatVentilationSwitch

Type B

2C_FrontSeatVentilationSwitch_2

While the engine running, press the

switches to cool the driver's seat or front

passenger's seat.
• Press the button repeatedly to cycle

through the airflow speeds from high,

medium, low, and off.

• The air ventilation seat defaults to the

OFF position whenever the Engine

Start/Stop button is pressed to the ON

position.

Seat Belts

This section describes how to use the seat

belts properly. It also describes some of

the things not to do when using seat belts.

Seat belt safety precautions

Always fasten your seat belt and make

sure all passengers have fastened their

seat belts before starting any trip. Airbags

are designed to supplement the seat belt

as an additional safety device, not a

replacement. Most states require all

vehicle occupants to wear seat belts.

WARNING

Seat belts must be used by ALL

passengers whenever the vehicle is

moving. To prevent serious injury or

death:
• Children under the age of 13 should be

properly restrained in the rear seats.

• Never allow children to ride in the front

passenger seat, unless the airbag is

deactivated. If a child is seated in the

front passenger seat, move the seat as

far back as possible. And the child must

always be restrained in the seat

properly.

• NEVER allow an infant or child to be

carried on an occupant’s lap.

• NEVER ride with the seatback reclined

when the vehicle is moving.

• Do not allow children to share a seat or

seat belt.

• Do not wear the shoulder belt under

your arm or behind your back.

• NEVER wear a seat belt over fragile

objects. If there is a sudden stop or

impact, the seat belt can damage it.

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• Do not use the seat belt if it is twisted. A

twisted seat belt will not protect you

properly in a collision.

• Do not use a seat belt if the webbing or

hardware is damaged.

• Do not latch the seat belt into the

buckles intended for other seating

positions.

• Never unfasten the seat belt while

driving. This may cause loss of vehicle

control resulting in a collision.

• Make sure there is nothing in the buckle

that could interfere with the seat belt

latch mechanism from fastening

securely.

• Never modify seatbelt or install devices

that may prevent seatbelt assembly

from removing slack.

• Do not use a seat belt if the webbing or

hardware is damaged. Have the seat

belt replaced by an authorized

HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING

Damaged seat belts and seat belt

assemblies do not operate properly.

Always replace:
• Frayed, contaminated, or damaged

webbing.

• Damaged hardware.
• The entire seat belt assembly after it

has been worn in an accident, even if

damage to webbing or assembly is not

apparent.

Seat belt warning light

Driver’s seat belt warning

Instrument cluster

2C_SeatBeltWarningLampOverview

As a reminder to the driver, the driver’s

seat belt warning lights illuminates for

about 6 seconds each time the Engine

Start/Stop button is in the ON position

regardless of seatbelt fastening.
If you continue not to fasten the seat belt

or unfasten the seat belt while driving

under 12 mph (20 km/h), the seat belt

warning light illuminates.
If you continue not to fasten the seat belt

or unfasten the seat belt while driving 12

mph (20 km/h) or faster, the seat belt

warning chime sounds for certain period

of time and the warning light blinks.

Front passenger’s seat belt warning

As a reminder to the front passenger, the

front passenger’s seat belt warning lights

illuminates for about 6 seconds each time

the engine is turned on regardless of seat

belt fastening.
If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive under 12 mph (20 km/h), the

seat belt warning light illuminates.
If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive 12 mph (20 km/h) or faster,

the seat belt warning chime sounds for

certain period of time and the

corresponding warning light blinks.

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WARNING

Riding in an improper position may

adversely affect the front passenger's

seat belt warning system. Instruct the

passenger to properly be seated when the

vehicle is moving.

Information

• If the front passenger seat is not

occupied, the seat belt warning light

blinks or illuminate for 6 seconds.

• The front passenger’s seat belt warning

may operate when luggage or

electronic devices are placed on the

front passenger seat.

Rear passenger’s seat belt warning

2C_RearSeatBeltWarningLamp

For rear left and right side seat

• As a reminder to the rear passenger, the

rear passenger’s seat belt warning

lights illuminate for about 6 seconds

each time the Engine Start/Stop button

is in the ON position regardless of

seatbelt fastening.

• If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive under 12 mph (20 km/h),

the corresponding warning light

continues to illuminate until the seat

belt is fastened.

• If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive 12 mph (20 km/h) or

faster, the seat belt warning chime

sounds for about 35 seconds and the

corresponding warning light blinks.

For rear center seat

• As a reminder to the rear passenger, the

rear passenger’s seat belt warning

lights illuminate for about 6 seconds

each time the Engine Start/Stop button

is in the ON position regardless of seat

belt fastening.

• If the seat belt is not fastened when the

Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON

position, the seat belt warning light will

illuminate for about 70 seconds.

• If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive under 12 mph (20 km/h),

the corresponding warning light

continues to illuminate for about 70

seconds.

• If the passenger continues not to fasten

their seat belt or unfasten their seat belt

and you drive over 12 mph (20 km/h),

the seat belt warning chime sounds for

about 35 seconds and the

corresponding warning light blinks.

• If the rear door is opened or closed

under 6 mph (10 km/h), the seat belt

warning chime and corresponding

warning light does not work even if you

drive over 12 mph (20 km/h).

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Seat belt restraint system

Lap/shoulder belt

To fasten your seat belt:

2C_SeatBeltWearStep

Pull the belt out of the retractor and insert

the metal tab (1) into the buckle (2). An

audible “click” sounds when the tab locks

into the buckle. Make sure the seat belt is

not twisted.

2C_SeatBeltWearStep_2

Place the lap belt (1) portion across your

hips and the shoulder belt (2) portion

across your chest.
The seat belt automatically adjusts to the

proper length after the lap belt portion is

adjusted manually so that it fits snugly

around your hips. If you lean forward in a

slow, easy motion, the belt extends and

moves with you.
If there is a sudden stop or impact, the

belt will lock into position. It will also lock

if you try to lean forward too quickly.

NOTICE

If you cannot smoothly pull the seat belt

out from the retractor, firmly pull the seat

belt out and release it. After release, the

belt may be pulled out smoothly.

WARNING

Improperly positioned seat belts may

increase the risk of serious injury in an

accident. Take the following precautions

when adjusting the seat belt:
• Position the lap portion of the seat belt

as low as possible across your hips, not

on your waist, so that it fits snugly. This

allows your strong pelvic bones to

absorb the force of the crash, reducing

the chance of internal injuries.

• Position one arm under the shoulder

belt and the other over the belt, as

shown in the illustration.

• Always position the shoulder belt

anchor into the locked position at the

appropriate height.

• Never position the shoulder belt across

your neck or face.

Height adjustment

Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so

that it lies across your chest and midway

over your shoulder nearest the door, not

over your neck.
Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so

that it lies across your chest and midway

over your shoulder nearest the door, not

over your neck.
To adjust the height of the seat belt

anchor:
• Pull it up (1) to raise the height. To lower

it, push it down (3) while pressing the

height adjuster button (2). Release the

button to lock the anchor in place. Try

pushing the height adjuster down to

make sure that it is locked in place.

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Front seat

2C_AdjustSeatBeltHeight

To release your seat belt:

Press the release button (1) in the locking

buckle.

2C_SeatBeltRelease

Once released, the belt should

automatically draw back into the

retractor. If this does not happen, check

the belt to be sure it is not twisted, then

try again.

Rear center seat belt (3-point rear

center seat belt)

2C_RearCenterSeatBeltWearStep

Insert the tongue plate (1) into the buckle

(2) until an audible “click” is heard,

indicating the latch is locked. Pull the

shoulder portion of the belt to snug the

belt across your hips and remove slack.

Make sure the seat belt is not twisted.
When using the rear center seat belt, use

the buckle with the “CENTER” mark.

Information

If you cannot pull out the safety belt from

the retractor, firmly pull the belt out and

release it. After release, pull out the belt

smoothly.

Pretensioner seat belt

2C_RetractPretensioner

(1) Retractor pretensioner seat belt

(Front seat and rear outboard seat)

(2) Emergency Fastening Device (EFD)

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Your vehicle is equipped with driver’s and

front passenger’s pretensioner seat belts

(retractor pretensioner and Emergency

Fastening Device) and rear passengers

pretensioner seat belts (retractor

pretensioner). The pretensioner makes

sure the seat belts fit tightly against your

body in certain frontal or side collision(s).

The pretensioner seat belts may be

activated in some crashes where the

frontal or side collision(s) is severe

enough, together with the airbags.
When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if you

try to lean forward too quickly, the seat

belt retractor locks in place.
In some frontal collisions, the

pretensioner activates and pulls the seat

belt against your body.

WARNING

To prevent serious injury or death:
• Always wear your seat belt and sit

properly in your seat.

• Do not use the seat belt if it is loose or

twisted.

• Do not place anything near the buckle.
• Always replace your pretensioners after

activation or an accident.

• NEVER inspect, service, repair or

replace the pretensioners by yourself.

Have the pretensioners inspected,

serviced, repaired, or replaced by an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

• Do not hit the seat belt assemblies.

WARNING

Do not touch the pretensioner seat belt

assemblies for several minutes after they

have been activated. When the

pretensioner seat belt mechanism

deploys during a collision, the

pretensioner can become hot and can

burn you.

CAUTION

Body work on the front area of the vehicle

may damage the pretensioner seat belt

system. Have the system serviced by an

authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

2C_PretensionerComponent

2C_RearRetractorPretensionerOverview

The pretensioner seat belt system

consists mainly of the following

components. Their locations are shown in

the illustration above:
(1) SRS airbag warning light
(2) Retractor pretensioner (front)
(3) SRS control module
(4) Emergency Fastening Device (EFD)
(5) Retractor pretensioner (rear)

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NOTICE

The sensor that activates the SRS control

module is connected with the

pretensioner seat belt. The SRS airbag

warning light on the instrument cluster

illuminates for about 3-6 seconds after

the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON

position, and then turns off.
If the pretensioner is not working

properly, the warning light illuminates

even if the SRS airbag is not

malfunctioning. If the warning light does

not illuminate when starting the engine or

stays illuminated or illuminates while

driving, have the pretensioner seat belts

and/or SRS control module inspected by

an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as

possible.

Information

• Pretensioner seat belts may be

activated in certain frontal or side

collisions or rollover situations.

• When the pretensioner seat belts are

activated, a loud noise may be heard

and fine dust, which may appear to be

smoke, may be visible in the passenger

compartment. These are normal

operating conditions and are not

hazardous.

• Although it is non-toxic, the fine dust

may cause skin irritation and should not

be inhaled for prolonged periods. Wash

all exposed skin areas thoroughly after

an accident in which the pretensioner

seat belts were activated.

Additional seat belt safety

precautions

Seat belt use during pregnancy

The seat belt should always be used

during pregnancy. The best way to

protect your unborn child is to protect

yourself by always wearing the seat belt.
Pregnant women should always wear a

lap-shoulder seat belt. Place the shoulder

belt across your chest, routed between

your breasts and away from your neck.

Place the lap belt below your belly and

pull the shoulder portion so that it fits

SNUGLY across your hips and pelvic

bone, under the rounded part of your

belly.

WARNING

• Pregnant women and patients are more

vulnerable to any impacts on the

abdomen during an abrupt stop or

collision. If you are in an accident while

pregnant, consult your doctor.

• To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death to an unborn child during an

accident, pregnant women should

NEVER place the lap portion of the seat

belt above or over the area of the

abdomen where the unborn child is

located.

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Seat belt use and children

Infant and small children

All 50 states have Child Restraint System

laws that require children to travel in

approved Child Restraint System devices,

including booster seats. The age at which

seat belts can be used instead of Child

Restraint System may be different among

states, so you should be aware of the

specific requirements in your state, and

where you are travelling. Infant and Child

Restraint System must be properly placed

and installed in a rear seat.
For more information refer to the “Seat

belt safety precautions” section in this

chapter.

WARNING

Always properly restrain infants and small

children in a Child Restraint System

appropriate for the child’s height and

weight.
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death to a child and other passengers,

never hold a child in your lap or arms

when the vehicle is moving. Violent forces

during a collision will tear the child from

your arms and throw the child against the

interior or to be ejected from the vehicle.

Small children are best protected from

injury in an accident when properly

restrained in the rear seat by a Child

Restraint System that meets the

requirements of the Federal Motor

Vehicle Safety Standards. Before buying

any Child Restraint System, make sure

that it has a label certifying that it meets

the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Standards FMVSS 213.
The Child Restraint System must be

appropriate for your child’s height and

weight. Check the label on the Child

Restraint System for this information.

Refer to the “Child Restraint System

(CRS)” section in this chapter.

Larger children

Children under age 13 and who are too

large for a booster seat should always

occupy the rear seat and use the available

lap/shoulder belts. A seat belt should be

snug against the hips and be snug across

the shoulder and chest to restrain the

child safely. A child’s squirming could

move the belt out of position. Adults

should frequently check belt fit. In a

collision, the safest place for children is in

the rear seats, using a Child Restraint

System appropriate for the child.
If a larger child over age 13 must be seated

in the front seat, the child must be

securely restrained by the available seat

belt and the seat should be placed in the

rearmost position.
If the shoulder belt portion slightly

touches the child’s neck or face, try

placing the child closer to the center of

the vehicle. If the shoulder belt still

touches their face or neck, the child

needs to return to an appropriate booster

seat in the rear seat.

WARNING

• Always make sure larger children’s seat

belts are buckled and properly

adjusted.

• Never allow the shoulder belt to

contact the child’s neck or face.

• Do not allow more than one child to use

a single seat belt.

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Seat belt use and injured people

A seat belt should still be used when an

injured person is being transported.

Consult a physician for specific

recommendations.

One person per belt

When two people (children or adults) are

sitting together, never attempt to use a

single seat belt. This could increase the

severity of injuries in a collision.

Do not lie down

Sitting in a reclined position when the

vehicle is moving can be dangerous. Even

when buckled up, the protections of your

restraint system (seat belts and/or

airbags) is greatly reduced by reclining

your seatback.
Seat belts must be snug against your hips

and chest to work properly.
During a collision, you could be thrown

into the seat belt, causing neck or other

injuries.
The more the seat back is reclined, the

greater the chance for the passenger’s

hips to slide under the lap belt or the

passenger’s neck to strike the shoulder

belt.

WARNING

• Never ride with a reclined seatback

when the vehicle is moving.

• Riding with a reclined seatback

increases your chance of serious or

fatal injuries in the event of a collision or

sudden stop.

• Driver and passengers should always sit

well back in their seats with the

seatbacks upright and should be belted

properly.

Care of seat belts

Seat belt systems should never be

disassembled or modified.

Periodic inspection

All seat belts should be inspected

periodically for wear or damage of any

kind. Any damaged parts should be

replaced as soon as possible.

Keep belts clean and dry

Seat belts should be kept clean and dry. If

belts become dirty, they can be cleaned

by using a mild soap solution and warm

water. Bleach, dye, strong detergents, or

abrasives should not be used because

they may damage and weaken the fabric.

When to replace seat belts

The entire seat belt assembly or

assemblies should be replaced if the

vehicle has been involved in an accident.

This should be done even if no damage is

visible. Consult an authorized HYUNDAI

dealer for assistance.

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