HYUNDAI KONA 2023 Owners Manual

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CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
Filter Inspection
The climate control air filter should be
replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated
in severely air-polluted cities or on
dusty rough roads for a long period, it
should be inspected more frequently
and replaced earlier. When you replace
the climate control air filter, replace it
performing the following procedure,
and be careful to avoid damaging other
components.
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1. With the glove box open, remove the stoppers on both sides.
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2. Remove the support rod (1).
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3. Remove the climate control air filter case while pressing the lock on the
right side of the cover.
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4. Replace the climate control air filter.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
NOTICE
Install a new climate control air filter
in the correct direction with the
arrow symbol (
¢) facing downwards,
otherwise, it may be noisy and the
effectiveness of the filter may be
reduced.

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Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes. If
the blades are not wiping properly, clean
both the window and the blades with a
good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
arms or other components, do not:

[ Use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near
them.

[ Attempt to move the wipers
manually.

[ Use non-specified wiper blades.
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Information
Wiper blades are consumable items.
Normal wear of the wipers may not be
covered by your vehicle warranty.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
NOTICE

[In order to prevent damage to the
hood and the wiper arms, the wiper
arms should only be lifted when in
the top wiping position.

[ Always return the wiper arms to the
windshield before driving.
WIPER BLADES

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Front windshield wiper blade
replacement
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v Type A
1. Put the front windshield wipers into the service position.
2. Raise the wiper arm and slightly rotate the wiper blade assembly to expose
the plastic locking clip.
NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it may
chip or crack the windshield.
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3. Press the clip (1) and slide the blade assembly downward (2).
4. Lift it off the arm.
5. Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
6. Return the wiper arm on the windshield.

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v Type B
1. Raise the wiper arm.
NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it may
chip or crack the windshield.
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2. Lift up the wiper blade clip (1). Then pull down the blade assembly (2) and
remove it.
3. Install the new blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
4. Return the wiper arm on the windshield.

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Rear window wiper blade
replacement
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1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the wiper blade assembly.
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2. Install the new blade assembly by inserting the center part into the slot
in the wiper arm until it clicks into
place.
3. Make sure the blade assembly is installed firmly by trying to pull it
slightly.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
or other components, have the wiper
blades replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

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BATTERY
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH
to you or bystanders, always follow
these precautions when working near
or handling the battery:
Always read and follow
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Wear eye protection designed
to protect the eyes from acid
splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from
the battery.
Hydrogen is always present
in battery cells, is highly
combustible, and may explode
if ignited.
Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which is highly corrosive. Do
not allow acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.
If acid gets into your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water for at least 15
minutes and get immediate medical
attention. If acid gets on your skin,
thoroughly wash the area. If you feel
pain or a burning sensation, get medical
attention immediately.

[ When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the case may
cause battery acid to leak. Lift with a
battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.

[ Do not attempt to jump start your
vehicle if your battery is frozen.

[ The electrical ignition system works
with high voltage. NEVER touch
these components with the engine
running or when the Engine Start/
Stop button is in the ON position.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Wash hands after
handling.
NOTICE

[When you do not use the vehicle for a
long time in a low temperature area,
disconnect the battery and keep it
indoors.

[ Always charge the battery fully to
prevent battery case damage in low
temperature areas.
NOTICE
If you connect unauthorized electronic
devices to the battery, the battery may
be discharged. Never use unauthorized
devices.

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For Best Battery Service
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[Keep the battery securely mounted.

[ Keep the battery top clean and dry.

[ Keep the terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

[ Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the
battery immediately with a solution of
water and baking soda.

[ If the vehicle is not going to be used
for an extended time, disconnect the
battery cables.
Battery Capacity Label
„Example
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The actual battery label in the vehicle
may differ from the illustration.
1. CMF60L-BCI : The HYUNDAI model
name of battery
2. 12V : The nominal voltage
3. 60Ah(20HR) : The nominal capacity (in Ampere hours)
4. 92RC : The no minal reserve capacity (in min.)
5. 550CCA : The cold-test current in amperes by SAE
6. 440A : The cold-test current in amperes by EN

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Battery Recharging
By battery charger
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
Recharge your battery using a modern
automatic regulated battery charger at
the AGM battery setting.
WARNING
Always follow these instructions when
recharging your vehicle’s battery to
avoid the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH from explosions or acid burns:

[ Before performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.

[ Keep all flames, sparks, or smoking
materials away from the battery.

[ Always work outdoors or in an area
with plenty of ventilation.

[ Wear eye protection when checking
the battery during charging.

[ The battery must be removed from
the vehicle and placed in a well
ventilated area.

[ The negative battery cable must
be removed first and installed last
when the battery is disconnected.
Disconnect the battery charger in the
following order:
1. Turn off the battery charger main
switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.

[ Always use batteries for replacement
from an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE
AGM battery

[Absorbent Glass Matt (AGM)
batteries are maintenance-free
and we recommend that the AGM
battery be serviced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer. For charging
your AGM battery, use only fully
automatic battery chargers that
are specially developed for AGM
batteries.

[ When replacing the AGM battery,
we recommend that you use parts
for replacement from an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

[ Do not open or remove the cap on
top of the battery. This may cause
leaks of internal electrolyte that
could result in severe injury.

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By jump starting
After a jump start from a good battery,
drive the vehicle for 20-30 minutes
before it is shutoff. The vehicle may
not restart if you shut it off before the
battery had a chance to adequately
recharge. See “Jump Starting” in chapter
8 for more information on jump starting
procedures.
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.
Reset Items
The following items may need to be reset
after the battery has been discharged or
the battery has been disconnected.

[Auto up/down window (see chapter 5)

[ Trip computer (see chapter 5)

[ Climate control system (see chapter 5)

[ Clock (see chapter 5)

[ Infotainment system (see
infotainment system manual)

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WARNING
Tire failure may cause loss of vehicle
control resulting in an accident. To
reduce risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:

[ Inspect your tires monthly for proper
inflation as well as wear and damage.

[ The recommended cold tire pressure
for your vehicle can be found in this
manual and on the tire label located
on the driver’s side center pillar.
Always use a tire pressure gauge to
measure tire pressure. Tires with
too much or too little pressure wear
unevenly causing poor handling.

[ Check the pressure of the spare
every time you check the pressure of
the other tires on your vehicle.

[ Replace tires that are worn, show
uneven wear, or are damaged.
Worn tires can cause loss of braking
effectiveness, steering control, or
traction.

[ ALWAYS replace tires with the
same size, type, construction and
tread pattern as each tire that was
originally supplied with this vehicle.
Using tires and wheels other than
the recommended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteristics,
poor vehicle control, or negatively
affect your vehicle’s Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) resulting in a serious
accident.
Information - Power Hop
When fully accelerating the vehicle from
standstill, a front tire oscillation called
“Power Hop” of KONA N may occur
due to the high torque of engine and the
characteristics of high performance tire.
This may be affected by road condition
and temperatures.
Additionally it is a normal phenomenon
in powerful front-wheel drive vehicles.
KONA N will act on this phenomenon
with the traction control in all ESC modes
with the main focus on high performance
characters.
TIRES AND WHEELS