HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual

Convenient Features
5-8
Locking your vehicle
(Touch sensor type) (if equipped)
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1. Close all doors, engine hood and
trunk.
2. Carry the smart key.
3. Either touch the touch sensor on the
door handle (the engraved part) or
press the Door Lock button (1) on the
smart key.
4. The hazard warning lights will blink.
5. Make sure the doors are locked by
pulling the door outside handle.
Information
• The door handle button will only
operate when the smart key is within
28~40 inches (0.7~1 m) from the outside
door handle.
• If you locked the door with the touch
sensor on the door handle, the doors
cannot be unlocked with the sensor
within 3 seconds.
Information
Even though you press the outside door
handle button or touch the touch sensor,
the doors will not be locked and the chime
will sound for 3 seconds if any of the
following occurs:
• The Smart Key is in the vehicle
• The Engine Start/Stop button is in ACC
or ON position.
• Any door except the trunk is opened.
CAUTION
When you leave your vehicle with
the smart key, make sure to press the
button on the front door handle or
touch the touch sensor on the front
door handle to lock the doors after
closing all of the doors, the hood and
the trunk. If you do not press the button
or touch the touch sensor firmly, the
doors might not be locked so please use
caution.
WARNING
Do not leave the Smart Key in your
vehicle with unsupervised children.
Unattended children could press the
Engine Start/ Stop button and may
operate power windows or other
controls, or even make the vehicle
move, which could result in serious
injury or death.

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Unlocking your vehicle
(When the Two Press Unlock feature
is off)
„„Button type
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„„Touch sensor type
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1. Make sure you have the smart key in
your possession.
2. Press the Door Unlock button (2) on
the smart key, press the button on the
front door handle or touch the door
unlock sensor inside of the front door
handle to unlock the doors.
3. All of the doors will unlock. When the
doors unlock, the hazard warning
lights will blink two times.
• The door handle button will only
operate when the smart key is within
28~40 inches (0.7~1 m) from the
outside door handle.
• If you do not open the door after
unlocking within 30 seconds, it will
return to the lock mode.
• If you unlocked the door with the door
handle, the doors cannot be locked
with the sensor for up to 2 seconds.
Unlocking your vehicle
(When the Two Press Unlock feature
is on)
1. Make sure you have the smart key in
your possession.
2. Press the Door Unlock button (2) on
the smart key, press the button on the
front door handle or touch the door
unlock sensor inside of the front door
handle to unlock the doors.
3. The driver’s door will unlock.
4. If you press the button on the front
door handle or touch the door unlock
sensor inside of the front door handle
to unlock the doors within 4 seconds,
all of the doors unlock. When the
doors unlock, the hazard warning
lights will blink two times.
• The door handle button will only
operate when the smart key is within
28~40 inches (0.7~1 m) from the
outside door handle.
• If you do not open the door after
unlocking within 30 seconds, it will
return to the lock mode.
• The factory default setting is in off
mode so you should set in the User’s
Settings mode.
• If you unlocked the door with the door
handle, the doors cannot be locked
with the sensor for up to 2 seconds.

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Two Press Unlock Feature
The priority for unlocking the driver door
only, or unlocking all the doors with
one press may be adjusted in the User
Settings mode in the cluster LCD display.
The Two Press Unlock feature, when
enabled, will require the user to press
the door unlock button once for driver
door only and twice for unlocking all the
doors.
Select or Deselect the Two Press Unlock
feature in the User Settings mode in the
cluster LCD display. The option can be
found under the following menu:
User Settings → Door → Two Press Unlock
Information
If you press the front passenger outside
door handle with the smart key in your
possession, all the doors will unlock.
Trunk opening
To open:
1. Make sure you have the smart key
in your possession and either press
inside the trunk emblem or press the
Trunk Unlock button (3) on the smart
key for more than one second.
2. Once the trunk is opened, the hazard
warning lights will blink two times.
• The trunk handle button will only
operate when the smart key is within
28~40 inches (0.7 ~1 m) from the trunk
handle.
• Once the trunk is opened and then
closed, the trunk will automatically
lock.
Panic button
Press and hold the Panic button (4) for
more than one second. The horn sounds
and hazard warning lights flash for about
30 seconds. To cancel the panic mode,
press any button on the smart key.

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Remote start (if equipped)
You can start the engine and turn on the
climate system by pressing the remote
start button (5) outside the vehicle.
To start and stop engine remotely :
1. Press the door lock button (1), and
then the hazard warning lights blink
once to alert you.
2. Press the Remote Start button (5)
for more than 2 seconds to start the
engine within 4 seconds after pressing
the door lock button (1).
3. If you want to stop the engine, press
the Remote Start button (5) again.
In case of the manual operation,
the climate control system will be
maintained even when the engine is
turned OFF. However, the automatic
operation is set to 72°F (22°C).
If someone without a designated smart
key attempts to drive your vehicle after
you remotely started it, the engine will
be stopped.
Information
After remotely starting the vehicle, the
engine will turn off after 10 minutes if the
vehicle is not driven.
CAUTION
• The remote start will not work if you
exceed the operating distance limit
(about 10 m).
• Avoid idling the engine for prolonged
periods to follow the emission
regulations in your locality.
• Laws in your locality may restrict the
use of remote start. You should check
locality regulations before using this
remote starting system.
• It is only possible to start the engine
remotely when shifted to P (Park).
• If the hood or the trunk is opened,
you cannot start the engine
remotely.
Information
If the smart key is not moved for some
time, the detection function for smart key
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to
activate the detection again.

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Start-up
You can start the engine without
inserting the key. For detailed
information refer to the Engine Start/
Stop button in chapter 6.
Information
If the smart key is not moved for some
time, the detection function for smart key
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to
activate the detection again.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the smart key:
• Keep the smart key away from water
or any liquid and fire. If the inside
of the smart key gets damp (due to
drinks or moisture), or is heated,
internal circuit may malfunction and
may void the vehicle warranty.
• Avoid dropping or throwing the
smart key.
• Protect the smart key from extreme
temperatures.
NOTICE
Always have the smart key with you
when leaving the vehicle. If the smart
key is left near the vehicle, the vehicle
battery may be discharged.
Mechanical key
If the Smart Key does not operate
normally, you can lock or unlock the
driver’s door by using the mechanical
key.
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Press and hold the release button (1) and
remove the mechanical key (2). Insert the
mechanical key into the key hole on the
door.
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the
key into the hole and push it until a click
sound is heard.
Loss of a smart key
A maximum of two Smart Keys can be
registered to a single vehicle. If you
happen to lose your smart key, you
should immediately take the vehicle
and remaining keys to your authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or tow the vehicle, if
necessary.
Smart key precautions
The smart key may not work if any of the
following occur:
• The smart key is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the transmitter.
• The smart key is near a mobile two
way radio system or a cellular phone.
• Another vehicle’s smart key is being
operated close to your vehicle.

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If the smart key does not work correctly,
open and close the door with the
mechanical key. If you have a problem
with the smart key, contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
If the smart key is in close proximity to
your mobile phone, the signal could be
blocked by your mobile phone’s normal
operational signals. This is specifically
relevant when the phone is active such
as making and receiving calls, text
messaging, and/or sending/receiving
emails. When possible, avoid keeping the
smart key and your mobile phone in the
same location such as a pants or jacket
pocket in order to avoid interference
between the two devices.
Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.
NOTICE
Keep the smart key away from
electromagnetic materials that blocks
electromagnetic waves to the key
surface.
Battery replacement
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If the Smart Key is not working properly,
try replacing the battery with a new one.
Battery Type: CR2032
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the mechanical key.
2. Use a slim tool to pry open the rear
cover of the smart key.
3. Remove the old battery and insert the
new battery. Make sure the battery
position is correct.
4. Reinstall the rear cover of the smart key.
If you suspect your smart key might have
sustained some damage, or you feel
your smart key is not working correctly,
contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Information
An inappropriately disposed battery can be harmful to the
environment and human health.
Dispose of the battery according
to your local law(s) or regulation.

Convenient Features
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Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle from theft. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the immobilizer system
indicator should come on briefly, then
go off. If the indicator starts to blink, the
system does not recognize the coding of
the key.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF
position, then turn the ignition switch to
the ON position again.
In some circumstances, the vehicle may
not recognize your smart key if another
smart key device is nearby or a metal
object such as a key chain is causing
interference with the smart key.
If this occurs, your vehicle may not
start. Remove any metal objects or
additional keys near the smart key before
attempting to start the vehicle again.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of the key, it is
recommended that you contact your
HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable. WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
immobilizer password is a customer
unique password and should be kept
confidential.
NOTICE
The transponder in your key is an
important part of the immobilizer
system. It is designed to give years
of trouble-free service, however you
should avoid exposure to moisture,
static electricity and rough handling.
Immobilizer system malfunction could
occur.
Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device

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Hyundai Digital Key
(if equipped)
Digital Key Application
To use Hyundai Digital Key mobile app,
you should install Hyundai digital key
application. Search ‘Hyundai digital key’
in the Google Play Store and download
the app. Please refer to the detailed
manual of the digital key app. The option
can be found under the following app
menu:
Menu → Application Info → Tutorial
Please note the manual before using the
app.
ÃThis service is only available for
Android smartphones. Please confirm
supported/compatible devices on our
website.
WARNING
For used vehicle
If any of the digital key (smartphone key
or card key) is already registered when
you press ON button after unlocking
the doors, the message ‘Digital key(s)
active’ appears on the instrument
cluster once. If you buy a used vehicle,
you should confirm the message and
delete the registered smartphone key
and card key. In addition, please notify
the Hyundai Customer Care Center.
If the card key does not work properly,
please delete the card key and register
the smartphone key and re-register the
card key.
For vehicle maintenance
If you need to have your Digital Key
System repaired or replaced please
ensure your Smartphone Key is still
active. You may have to pair your phone
again.
In this case, re-initialize your Digital
Keys using the Hyundai Digital Key
mobile app.
Digital key (smartphone) NFC
function
You can use the Digital Key NFC (Near
Field Communication) function after
turning on your smartphone function in
the NFC settings. And you should unlock
& turn on smartphone screen to use it.
ÃTo change the NFC mode of the
smartphone, please refer to the
smartphone manual or contact
to the customer service center of
smartphone manufacturers.

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Digital key (smartphone)
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Hyundai Digital Key (Smartphone)
Pairing
1. Turn the vehicle on with the Smart key
and make sure to keep the smart key
inside the vehicle during digital key
registration.
2. Register your Digital key from the
vehicle user setting menu as follows.
ÃWith Navigation screen :
From the infotainment screen menu,
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] then select the
[Save] from submenu.
ÃWithout navigation screen :
From cluster menu, go to [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] and select [Save].
Information
The [Save] button will be disabled if the
digital key (Smartphone key) is already
saved.
Please refer to “Digital Key Delete” in this
manual and follow the digital key delete
procedure in your car before attempting a
Digital key save.
Please refer to the ‘Tutorial’ on your
Digital key app and delete the previous
saved key in your smartphone before
attempting a save.
3. Select the vehicle to save on your
Digital key application and activate
the save mode.
ÃSave mode is available only on
the vehicle owner’s Digital key
application.
4. Place the backside of smartphone
onto the wireless charging pad(in-
vehicle authentication pad).
The saving process will begin
automatically.
5. Once the digital key save is complete,
a message will be shown on the
infotainment screen or cluster.
6. Remove the smartphone from the pad
and complete the saving process.
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[A] : Wireless Charging Pad (In-vehicle Authentication Pad)

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Hyundai Digital Key (Smartphone Key)
Deletion
1. Turn the vehicle on with the Smart
key and make sure to keep the smart
key inside the vehicle during delete
process.
2. Delete your Digital key from the
vehicle user setting menu as follows.
ÃWith Navigation screen :
From the infotainment screen menu,
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] then select the
[Delete] from submenu.
ÃWithout navigation screen :
From cluster menu, go to [Digital
Key] - [Smart Phone Key] and select
[Delete].
Information
The [Delete] button will be disabled if there
is no digital key (Smartphone key) saved.
3. Once the digital key delete is
complete, a message will be shown
on the infotainment screen or cluster.
4. Go to [Initialize Digital Key] menu on
the digital key application and select
the vehicle to delete the digital key
information.
•
Open the Hyundai Digital Key app → Menu → Initialize Digital Key
à If the saved digital key information
in your car is deleted due to vehicle
maintenance, the digital key in your
smartphone should be deleted as well.
ÃFor more information, please refer to
the ‘Tutorial’ on your Digital key app.
CAUTION
• If the smartphone is removed
from the interior authentication
pad during enrollment, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If the infotainment or instrument
cluster screen is changed during
enrollment, the saving process will
be cancelled.
• If the vehicle is turned off during
enrollment, the saving process will
be cancelled.
• If the gear is shifted, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If you try to save the smartphone
which is not logged in with the
vehicle owner’s ID or if you try to
save the Card key, the saving process
will not begin.
• If the NFC setting on your
smartphone is off, the saving process
will not begin.
• If the smartphone screen is changed
to off or locked status, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If there is no Smart key during the
save process, the saving process will
not begin.