HYUNDAI KONA EV 2023 Owners Manual

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Instrument panel vents
The outlet vents can be opened or closed () using the vent control lever.
Also, you can adjust the direction of air
delivery from these vents using the vent
control lever as shown. Temperature control
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The temperature will increase by turning
the knob to the right. The temperature
will decrease by turning the knob to the
left.
The temperature will increase or
decrease by 0.5°C (1°F) for each
incremental location. When set to the
lowest temperature setting, the air
conditioning will operate continuously
Temperature conversion
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, the temperature mode
display will reset to Centigrade.
To change the temperature unit from °C
to °F or °F to °C :
- Automatic climate control system Press the AUTO button for 3 seconds
while pressing the OFF button.
- Instrument cluster Go to User settings ‘Units → Temperature Unit’.
The temperature unit on both the cluster
LCD display and the climate control
screen will change.

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Air intake control
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The air intake control button is used to
select either Fresh mode (outside air) or
Recirculation mode (cabin air).
Recirculation mode
When Recirculation mode
is selected, air from the
passenger compartment will
be recirculated through the
system and heated or cooled
according to the function
selected.
Fresh mode
When Fresh mode is selected,
air enters the vehicle from
outside and is heated or
cooled according to the
function selected.
Information
Using the system primarily in Fresh mode
and Recirculation mode only when needed
is recommended for best results.
Prolonged operation of the heater in
Recirculation mode and without the A/C ON can cause fogging of the windshield.
In addition, prolonged use of the A/C
ON in Recirculation mode may result in
excessively dry, dehumidified air in the cabin.
WARNING
• Continued use of the climate control
system operation in Recirculation
mode for a prolonged period of
time may cause drowsiness to the
occupants in the cabin. This may lead
to loss of vehicle control which may
lead to an accident.
• Continued use of the climate control
system operation in Recirculation
mode with the A/C OFF may allow
humidity to increase inside the cabin.
This may cause condensation to
accumulate on the windshield and
obscure visibility.
• Do not sleep in your vehicle or
remain parked in your vehicle with
the windows up and either the
heater or the air conditioning ON for
prolonged periods of time. Doing so
may increase the levels of carbon
dioxide in the cabin which may lead
to serious injury or death.

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Fan speed control
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The fan speed can be set to the desired
speed by turning the fan speed control knob.
More air is delivered with higher fan speeds.
Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan.
Information
For better sound quality, fan speed may
automatically slow down for a couple of minutes when you activate voice
recognition or hands free.
NOTICE
Operating the fan speed when the
START/STOP button is in the ON
position could cause the battery to
discharge. Operate the fan speed when
the vehicle is in the ready (
) mode. Driver only
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If you press the DRIVER ONLY button (
) and the indicator light
illuminates, cold air mostly blows in the
direction of the driver’s seat. However,
some of the cold air may come out of
other seating position ducts to keep
indoor air pleasant.
If you use the button with no passenger
in the front passenger seat, energy
consumption will be reduced.
DRIVER ONLY button will be turned off
under the following conditions:
1) Defrost on
2) DRIVER ONLY button re-push

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Air conditioning
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A/C button will turn on (indicator light
will illuminate) when the climate control
system is controlled automatically (AUTO
turned on) and the temperature is set to cool.
Push the button to turn the air
conditioning system off. HEAT buttonOOSEV048310
HEAT button will turn on (indicator light
will illuminate) when the climate control
system is controlled automatically (AUTO
turned on) and the temperature is set to
warm.
Push the button to turn the heater off.
The air conditioner and heater uses
energy from the battery. If you use the
heater or air conditioner for too long,
distance to empty can be reduced due to
too much power consumption.
Turn off the heater and air conditioner if
you do not need them.

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Climate control information screen
selection button
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Push the climate control information
screen selection button to display
climate control information on the audio
or AVN screen. OFF mode
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Push the OFF button to turn the climate
control system off. However, you can still
operate the mode and air intake buttons
as long as the START/STOP button is in the ON position.
System operation
Ventilation
1. Set the mode to the (
) position.
2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
Heating
1. Set the mode to the (
)position.
2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn the air conditioning system on.
• If the windshield fogs up, set the
mode to the Floor & Defrost (
) or
Press the Front Defrost ( ) mode.
Operation Tips
• To keep dust or unpleasant fumes
from entering the vehicle through the
ventilation system, temporarily set the
air intake control to the recirculated
air position. Be sure to return the
control to the fresh air position when
the irritation has passed to keep fresh
air in the vehicle. This will help keep
the driver alert and comfortable.
• To prevent interior fog on the
windshield, set the air intake control
to the fresh air position and fan speed
to the desired position, turn on the air
conditioning system, and adjust the
temperature control to the desired
temperature.

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Air conditioning
HYUNDAI Air Conditioning Systems are
filled with R-134a or R-1234yf refrigerant.
1. Start the vehicle. Push the air
conditioning button.
Set the mode to the (
) position.
2. Set the air intake control to recirculation mode temporarily to
allow the cabin to cool quickly. When
the desired temperature in the cabin
is reached, change the air intake
control back to Fresh mode.
3. Adjust the fan speed control and temperature control to maintain
maximum comfort.
Information
Your vehicle is filled with R-134a or
R-1234yf according to the regulation in
your country at the time of production.
You can find out which air conditioning
refrigerant is applied to your vehicle on
the label located inside of the hood. Refer
to chapter 5 for the location of the air
conditioning refrigerant label.
NOTICE
• The refrigerant system should only
be serviced by trained and certified
technicians to insure proper and safe
operation.
• The refrigerant system should be
serviced in a well-ventilated place.
• The air conditioning evaporator
(cooling coil) should never be
repaired or replaced with one
removed from a used or salvaged
vehicle and new replacement MAC
evaporators should be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.
NOTICE
When opening the windows in humid
weather air conditioning may create
water droplets inside the vehicle. Since
excessive water droplets may cause
damage to electrical equipment, air
conditioning should only be used with
the windows closed.

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Air conditioning system operation tips
• If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle escape.
• After sufficient cooling has been
achieved, switch back from the
recirculated air to the fresh outside air position.
• To help reduce moisture inside of
the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the windows
and sunroof closed.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month for a few minutes to ensure
maximum system performance.
• If you operate the air conditioner
excessively, the difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield to
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection button
to the (
) position and set the fan
speed control knob to the lowest
speed setting.
System maintenance
Climate control air filter
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[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Climate control air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : PTC heater
This filter is installed behind the glove
box. It filters the dust or other pollutants
that enter the vehicle through the
heating and air conditioning system.
We recommend that the climate control
air filter be replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer according to the
maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is
being driven in severe conditions such
as dusty or rough roads, more frequent
climate control filter inspections and
changes are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases,
we recommend the system be checked
at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Information
• Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
If the car is being driven in severe
conditions such as dusty, rough roads,
more frequent climate control air filter
inspections and changes are required
• When the air flow rate suddenly
decreases, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

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Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low,
the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also reduces the
performance of the air conditioning
system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, we recommend that the system
be inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
NOTICE
It is important that the correct type and
amount of oil and refrigerant is used.
Otherwise, damage to the compressor
and abnormal system operation may
occur. To prevent damage, the air
conditioning system in your vehicle
should only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
WARNING
Vehicles equipped with R-134a
Since the refrigerant is
operated at very high
pressure, the air conditioning
system should only be
serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
All refrigerants should be reclaimed
with proper equipment.
Venting refrigerants directly to the
atmosphere is harmful to individuals
and environment. Failure to heed these
warnings can lead to serious injuries.
WARNING
Vehicles equipped with R-1234yf
Since the refrigerant is mildly flammable and
operated at high pressure,
the air conditioning system
should only be serviced
by trained and certified
technicians. It is important
that the correct type and
amount of oil and refrigerant
are used.
All refrigerants should be reclaimed
with proper equipment.
Venting refrigerants directly to the
atmosphere is harmful to individuals
and environment. Failure to heed these
warnings can lead to serious injuries.
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Air Conditioning refrigerant label
You can find out which air conditioning
refrigerant is applied to your vehicle on
the label located inside of the hood.

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„„Example„ǴType A
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„ǴType B
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Each symbols and specification on
the air conditioning refrigerant label is
represented as below:
1. Classification of refrigerant
2. Amount of refrigerant
3. Classification of compressor lubricant
4. Caution
5. Flammable refrigerant
6. To require registered technician to service air conditioning system
7. Service manual

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WARNING
Windshield heating
Do not use the (
) or () position
during cooling operation in extremely
humid weather. The difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause the
outer surface of the windshield to fog
up, causing loss of visibility. In this case,
set the mode selection knob or button
to the (
) position and fan speed
control knob or button to lower speed. • For maximum windshield defrosting,
set the temperature control knob to
the highest temperature setting and
the fan control knob to the highest fan
speed. Select the front defrost button
on the climate control display.
• If warm air to the floor is desired while
defrosting or defogging, set the mode
to the floor-defrost position.
• Before driving, clear all snow and ice
from the windshield, rear window,
outside rear view mirrors, and all side
windows.
• Clear all snow and ice from the
hood and air inlet in the cowl grill
to improve heater and defroster
efficiency and to reduce the
probability of fogging up inside of the windshield.
To defog inside windshield
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1. Select any fan speed except “0” position.
2. Select the desired temperature.
3. Select the (
) position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected
automatically.
Check to make sure the air intake control
is in Fresh mode. If the air intake control
indicator light is illuminated, press the
button once to enable Fresh mode
(indicator light OFF). If the (
) position is selected, the fan
speed is automatically increased.
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