Hyundai Elantra GT 2018 Quick Reference Guide
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WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Automatic Emergency 
Braking (AEB) warning 
light
Air bag warning light
Seat belt
warning light
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
warning light
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
System warning light
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) warning lightMaster warning lightElectronic Stability
Control (ESC)
Indicator Light
Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) OFF
indicator light
Immobilizer indicator
Turn signal indicator
light
High beam indicator
light
Exterior light warning 
light
Light ON indicator
light
Cruise indicator
Cruise SET indicator
SPORT mode
indicator
Washer fluid warning
light (if equipped)
Charging system
warning light
Engine oil pressure 
warning light
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL)
Low tire pressure
warning light / TPMS 
malfunction
Low fuel level 
warning light
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Press the illumination control button 
to adjust the instrument cluster 
illumination brightness.
INSTRUMENT  PANEL  ILLUMINATION 
1           :   MODE button for changing 
modes2           :   MOVE switch for changing 
items3           :   SELECT / RESET button for 
setting or resetting the 
selected item
LCD DISPLAY CONTROL
Type B Type A
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1LCD DISPLAY MODES
Modes Symbol ExplanationTrip ComputerThis mode displays driving information such
as the tripmeter, fuel economy, etc.
Turn By Turn (TBT)
(if equipped)This mode displays the state of the 
navigation.
AssistThis mode displays the state of :
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Advanced Smart Cruise Control
- Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
- Tire Pressure
User SettingsIn this mode, you can change settings of 
the doors, lamps, etc.
WarningThis mode displays warning messages related 
to the Blind Spot Detection system, etc.
Parking brake & brake 
fluid warning lightLane Keeping Assist 
System (LKAS) Indicator
Smart high beam 
indicatorElectric Parking Brake 
(EPB) warning light
AUTO HOLD indicatorIcy road warning
light
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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
NOTE:
 To reduce the 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.
DEFOGGING
 / DEFROSTING AIR INTAKE CONTROL3.  Set the fan speed
to the highest
setting. 2. Set the temperature
control to the 
warmest setting.Outside (fresh) air 
position1.  Press the front
windshield defrost
button.Recirculated air 
position
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERPress to activate/deactivate 
the rear window defroster.
Changes the direction of the air 
flow as follow.MODE  SELECTION
Face-Level
Bi-Level
Floor-Level
Floor &  Defrost-Level
Defrost-Level
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL 1 Fan speed control knob2  Temperature control knob3 Mode selection buttons4 Front windshield defroster button
5 Rear window defroster button6 A/C (Air conditioning) button7 Air intake control button
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NOTE:
 To reduce the 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.
DEFOGGING
 / DEFROSTING3.  Set the fan speed
to the highest
setting.2. Set the temperature
     control to the
     warmest setting.1.  Press the front
windshield   
defrost control    
button.
SYSTEM  OFF
Pressing the OFF button will place the system in the  OFF mode.
• Blower will turn off.
• Outside (fresh) air position will be selected.
• Vented air will be at last set temperature.
SYNC BUTTON
Press the SYNC button to adjust the driver and 
passenger side temperature and air flow direction 
equally.
AUTOMATIC  HEATING / AIR  CONDITIONING
2.  Set the temperature
control to the desired
setting.
1. Press the AUTO
button.
Controls the modes, fan speeds, air intake and air-conditioning automatically.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Press to activate/deactivate the rear window 
defroster.
AIR  INTAKE  CONTROL
Outside (fresh) air
position
Recirculated
air positionChanges the direction of the air flow as follow.
MODE  SELECTION
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL 
7 SYNC button8  Front windshield defroster button9 Rear window defroster button10 Air conditioning button11 Air intake control button12  Climate control information screen
1 Driver's temperature control knob2  Passenger's temperature control konb3 AUTO (automatic control) button4 OFF button5 Fan speed control button6 Mode selection button
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MULTIMEDIA
1  VOICE RECOGNITION
 
Activates the voice recognition 
system.
2  SEEK / PRESET (     /     )  Changes station.3  MODE Changes the audio source.4  VOLUME (VOL + / -
) Increase or decrease the volume. 
Press to Mute.
Making a call using voice recognition:  
Press 
 button on the steering 
wheel control to activate voice 
recognition. 
Press and hold 
 button to end 
voice recognition.
Calling by Name:
1.  Press the 
 button.  
2.  Say the following command: 
  • “Call <John Smith>”: Connects the call to John. 
 • “ Call <John Smith> on <on Mobile / at Work / at Home / on 
Other>”: Connects the call to John’s Mobile, Work, Home, or 
Other phone number.
Dialing by Number:
1. Press the  button.  
2. Say “Dial Number.” 
3.  Say the desired phone number. 
For the complete list of commands, refer to your Owner’s Manual. To Answer a Call:
 •  Press the  button on the steering wheel. 
To Reject a Call:
 •  Press the  button on the steering wheel. 
To Adjust Ring Volume:
  • Use the VOLUME buttons on the steering wheel while it is ringing. 
To Transfer a Call to the Phone 
(Private call on handset – do not use while driving):
 •  Press and hold the 
 button on the steering wheel until the  
audio system transfers a call to the phone. 
To Finish a Call:
 •  Press the 
 button on the steering wheel. 
In the following situations you or the other party may have difficulty 
hearing each other:
1. Keep the Bluetooth®
 volume to a low level. High level volume may 
result in distortion and echo.
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.
Steering wheel bluetooth
® control
1  CALL Places and transfers calls.2  END Ends calls or cancels functions.
BLUETOOTH
®  PHONE CALL  OPERATIONAL  TIPS 
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14STEERING  WHEEL  AUDIO  CONTROL Position, tone, priority and advanced sound settings can be customized 
in the audio/ navigation unit. Press the SETUP  
 button then select 
Sound.  
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Your vehicle is equipped with Voice Recognition technology which allows drivers to 
operate their phones without having to take their eyes off the road to minimize 
distractions.
Voice recognition performance may be affected if driving with windows  
and sun roof open; when the heating-cooling system is on; when driving in   
a tunnel or when driving on rugged and uneven roads.
Quick reference on using voice commands
To start voice command, press the  
  key, the following commands are 
available:
Command FunctionCall Displays downloaded Contacts.
Call <Name> Calls <Name> saved in Contacts.
Dial Number Displays a screen where you can say a phone number to dial.
Dial <Phone #> You can directly say the number to call.
 ex) Dial 111 555 1234
RedialCalls the number you last dialed.
Call History Displays your Call History.
1.  Press the PHONE(    ) button in the head unit or CALL(    ) button 
in the steering wheel remote control.
2.  Pair your car after your mobile phone detects the Bluetooth 
device.
3. Enter the passkey or accept the authorization popup.
4. Connect Bluetooth.Phone setup (pairing phone) with Audio
NOTE:
  Vehicle must be parked to complete pairing process.
VOICE  RECOGNITION  TIPS
BLUETOOTH
®  PHONE  OPERATION
Phone setup (pairing phone) with Navigation1.  Press the CALL(     ) button in the steering wheel remote control.
2. Pair your car after your mobile phone detects the Bluetooth device.
3. Enter the passkey or accept the authorization popup.
4. Connect Bluetooth.NOTE:
  Vehicle must be parked to complete pairing process.  
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• SOS • Navigation Services • Blue Link
BLUE  LINK  TELEMATICS  SYSTEMBlue Link subscription is required. To enroll, please visit your dealership or 
MyHyundai.com.
Press the 
 button to access the voice-response menu of services.
- You can say:
Service Link
Roadside Assistance
Blue Link Account Services
Help
Cancel
For vehicles equipped with factory-installed navigation, press the         
button for Destination Voice Search Powered by Google
TM.
Press the          
button for SOS Emergency Assistance.
Visit HyundaiBlueLink.com for more information or refer to your Blue 
Link User’s Manual for detailed information on system operation. 
For immediate assistance with subscription services, please call 
1-855-2BLUELINK (1-855-225-8354).
Google
TM 
 is a registered trademark of Google, Inc.
Remote Start enables you to remotely start your vehicle from virtually 
anywhere. For navigation vehicles, you can also enable climate control 
remotely and turn on the rear-window defroster, ensuring a warm or cool 
car is ready to go when you are. 
•  
To use this feature, you must have a Blue Link Personal  
Identification Number (PIN). To create or change your PIN,  
log on to www.MyHyundai.com.
Remote Start•  Remote Start with Climate Control will automatically shut off after 10 
minutes or after selected engine timer runs out in navigation vehicles.
•  While this feature is active, the parking lights will blink until vehicle is 
turned off or when vehicle is in operation.
•  To continue operation of the vehicle, the proximity key must be inside    
the vehicle with the driver prior to pressing the brake and being able to 
move the gearshift from the P (Park) position.Remember:
You can download the Blue Link mobile app to your 
compatible smart phone from the following sites:
 
• iPhone
® — Apple
® App Store
• Android
™ — Google Play
™
Scan to see list of 
compatible devices and 
to download the app.
Visit HyundaiBlueLink.com FAQs to 
see a list of compatible devices.  
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Preconditions: •  Ignition is OFF
 •  Alarm is armed (i.e., vehicle locked by key fob Remote Door Lock)
 •  Gearshift level is in the P (Park) position
 •  Brake pedal is not depressed
 •  Engine hood is securely closed
 •  All the doors are closed and locked
 •  The tailgate or trunk lid is closed
 •  The security/panic system is not activated
 •  The proximity key is not inside the vehicle
 •  The battery power is not low
 •  Vehicle is located in an open area
 •  It has been less than 4 days since last vehicle ignition off
 •  Vehicle located in area with good cell receptionRemote Start will terminate:  • After 10 minutes or after selected engine timer runs out in navigation 
     vehicles
 •  Brake is pressed without proximity key inside vehicle
 •  Alarm is triggered without proximity key inside vehicle
 •  Door/trunk is opened from inside the vehicleNotice: Laws in some communities may restrict the use of the 
features that remotely start the engine. For example, some laws may 
require a person using the remote start feature to have the vehicle in 
view when doing so or limit the length of time a vehicle engine may 
idle. Please check local and state regulations for any requirements 
and restrictions on remote starting of vehicles and engine idling time.          
WARNING!
Do not remote start vehicle in an enclosed environment (i.e., closed garage). Prolonged operation of a 
motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of carbon monoxide. Carbon 
monoxide is harmful to your health. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can cause headaches, 
dizziness or in extreme cases unconsciousness and/or death. Do not leave children or animals 
unattended in a vehicle while using the remote start function.          
CAUTION!
If the vehicle’s windshield wipers are left on when the vehicle was last driven, then the wipers will turn 
on if the remote start function is activated. To avoid damage to the wiper blades (i.e., due to heavy ice 
or snow accumulated on the windshield), please always turn the vehicle’s windshield wipers off when 
parking the vehicle. 
Basic features on map screen1 Place button : Go to the Place menu.2 Home button : Go to the Home screen.3 Map button : Change the map view mode.4 NAV volume button : Adjusts the volume.5 Zoom in button : Zoom the map view screen in.6 Map scale display : Set the zoom level automatically according  
to the guidance.7  Zoom out button : Zoom the map view screen out.8 Quick menu button : Quick menu for destination selection and options.9 Map scroll mark : Touch to scroll the map.10  Guidance button : Start the preferred navigation route to
selected location.
11 Routes : Choose the preferred navigation route to selected location.12  Waypoint button : Set a waypoint to the current route.13  Save button : Save frequently used address to address book.14   POI button : Find a POI(Point Of Interest) around the current position.15  Vehicle position mark : View the vehicle’s current position on 
the map screen.
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Use the input jack to connect an
external audio device and listen
to it through the audio system in
your vehicle.
iPod® is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
Destination search screen1 Address : Set destination by address search.2  Previous destinations : Select from previously inputted addresses 
and POIs.3  Local search : Runs Google Local Search.4 POI categories : Select the desired item in the sub-categories.5  Gas stations : Select the desired destinations among the 
searched gas stations.6  Restaurants : Select the desired destination among the searched 
restaurants.7  Emergency : Select the desired destination among the searched 
emergency facilities.8   Address Book : Search the destination with the address book.9 Coordinates : You can find a destination by entering the 
coordinates of latitude and longitude.
Press [NAV] button in the navigation head unit, and finds a destination by 
using the [Destination] menu.
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AUX, USB AND iPod
® PORT
Type A Type B
This feature resets to OFF every time the 
engine is restarted.The Auto Hold feature assists in hilly areas. 
It applies the brake until the accelerator 
pedal is pressed.
1.  Press the AUTO HOLD 
switch. When the AUTO HOLD 
indicator is white, the system 
is on and in standby mode.
WHITE
 2. When you stop the vehicle 
completely by using the brake 
pedal and the AUTO HOLD 
indicator turns green, Auto 
Hold will maintain the brake 
pressure to hold the vehicle 
stationary. Press the 
accelerator pedal to resume 
driving.
GREENLIGHT 
OFFApplying EPBDepress the brake pedal and then pull up 
the EPB switch.Releasing EPBTurn the engine ON, depress the brake 
pedal and push the EPB switch down or 
Automatically release EPB. With engine 
ON, doors closed, and seat belt fastened 
shift from P (Park) to R (Reverse) or D 
(Drive). Depress the accelerator pedal.
AUTO HOLDELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
3. To turn off the Auto Hold 
feature, press the brake 
pedal and press the AUTO 
HOLD switch. The AUTO 
HOLD indicator light will turn 
off.   
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LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATORIlluminates if one or more of your tire is significantly under-inflated.TPMS MALFUNCTION INDICATORBlinks for approximately one minute, then remains illuminated when 
there is a malfunction with the TPMS. Inspect all tires and adjust the tire 
pressure to specification. If the lamp remains illuminated, we 
recommend the vehicle be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.LOW TIRE PRESSURE / TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR /
TPMS MALFUNCTION DISPLAY(LCD DISPLAY)Tire pressures will display after driving a short distance. If a tire 
pressure drops lower than predetermined specification, the Low Tire 
Pressure Indicator 
 will illuminate and the LCD  display will indicate
Tire(s) requiring air.Low Tire Pressure /
Tire Pressure Monitor /
TPMS Malfunction Display
(shown on the cluster LCD display) Low Tire Pressure Indicator /    
TPMS Malfunction Indicator
TIRE  PRESSURE  MONITORING  SYSTEM (TPMS)
MANUAL  TRANSMISSION
Engaging reverse When shifting into R (Reverse) gear, 
depress the button 
1 and then shift 
into R (Reverse) gear position.
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(
)  : 
Depress the brake pedal and press the shift button while moving the shift lever.
(
) :   Press the shift button while moving the shift lever.
() :  The shift lever can freely operate.
Move the shift lever from D (Drive) into the manual gate to select.
Move the shift lever forward (+) to up shift or rearward (−) to downshiftManual shift modeNOTE:
  Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) characteristics
The technology of the Dual Clutch Transmission is different from a 
traditional automatic transmission:
• The DCT can be thought of as an automatically shifting manual       
    transmission. It gives the driving feel of a manual transmission, yet    
    provides the ease of a fully automatic transmission.
• When you turn the engine on and off, you may hear clicking sounds as
  the system goes through a self test.
  This is a normal sound for the DCT.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION &
DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT)
• When you stop on a hill, if you remove your foot from the brake pedal,
  the vehicle will remain stationary for approximately two seconds to
  prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards. If you depress the
  accelerator pedal during the two second interval, the vehicle will
  accelerate.
  If you wait more than two seconds, the vehicle will enter creep mode
  and may roll backwards if the hill is steep.
• Engage AUTO HOLD in hilly areas to eliminate vehicle creep or roll   
   back.Caution• You should always use the foot brake or AUTO HOLD to hold the car  
   on a hill until you are ready to drive. Using creep mode to hold the car   
   on a hill may damage the clutch.
• If the clutch becomes overheated by excessive use of the clutch to hold
  on a hill, you may notice a shudder feeling and a blinking display on
  the instrument cluster. When this occurs, the clutch is disabled until the
  clutch cools to normal temperatures. If this occurs, pull over to a safe
  location, shift into P (Park) and apply the foot brake for a few minutes.PADDLE  SHIFTER
The paddle shifter is available when the shift lever is 
in the D (Drive) position or the manual shift mode.
Pull the [+] or [-] paddle shifter once to shift up or 
down one gear.
Move the shift lever from manual shift mode back 
to D (Drive) to return to automatic shift mode.
Press (-) to 
downshiftPress (+) to 
upshift