HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID 2022 Owners Manual
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Automatic reversal
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If the power sunshade or sunroof glass
senses any obstacle while it is closing
automatically, it will reverse direction
then stop at a certain position.
The auto reverse function may not
work if an object thin or soft is caught
between the sliding power sunshade or
sunroof glass and sunroof sash.
WARNING
[ Make sure heads, hands, arms or
any other body parts or objects are
out of the way before operating the
sunroof. Body parts or objects may
get caught causing injuries or vehicle damage.
[ Never deliberately use your body
parts to test the automatic reversal
function. The power sunshade or
sunroof glass may reverse direction,
but there is a risk of injury.
NOTICE
[ Do not continue to push the sunroof
switch after the sunroof is fully
opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to
the sunroof motor could occur.
[ Continuous operations such as slide
open/close, tilt open/close, etc. may
cause the motor or sunroof system to malfunction.
[ Regularly remove any accumulated
dust on the sunroof rail.
[ Dust accumulated between the
sunroof and roof panel can make
noise Open the sunroof and remove
dust regularly using a clean cloth.
[ Do not try to open the sunroof when
the temperature is below freezing
or when the sunroof is covered
with snow or ice. The sunroof may
not work properly and may break if
opened by force.
[ Do not open or drive with the sunroof
glass open immediately after rain or
washing the vehicle. Water may wet
the interior of the vehicle.
[ Do not extend any luggage outside
the sunroof while driving. Vehicle
damage may occur if the vehicle
suddenly stops.
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Resetting The Sunroof
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In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be
performed. Some instances where
resetting the sunroof may be required include:
- When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected or discharged
- When the sunroof fuse is replaced
- If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/ CLOSE operation is not functioning
properly Sunroof resetting procedure:
1. It is recommended to perform the
reset procedure with the vehicle
engine running. Start the vehicle in P
(Park).
2. Make sure the power sunshade and sunroof glass are in the fully closed
position. If the power sunshade
and sunroof glass are open, push
the switch forward until the power
sunshade and sunroof glass are fully closed.
3. Release the switch when the power sunshade and sunroof glass are fully closed.
4. Push the switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass
move slightly. Then release the switch.
5. Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the power
sunshade and sunroof glass slide open
and close. Do not release the switch
until the operation is completed.
If you release the switch during
operation, start the procedure again from
step 2.
Information
If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle
battery is disconnected or discharged, or
the sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may
not operate normally.
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Sunroof Open Warning
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If the driver turns off the engine when
the sunroof is not fully closed, the
warning chime will sound for several
seconds and the sunroof open warning
will appear on the cluster LCD display.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving
your vehicle.
CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is closed fully
when leaving your vehicle. If the
sunroof is left open, rain or snow may
wet the interior of the vehicle.
Also, leaving the sunroof open when the
vehicle is unattended may invite theft.
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Hood
Opening the hood
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1. Park the vehicle and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open
slightly.
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3. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push up the secondary
latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood.
After the hood has been lifted halfway,
it will raise completely by itself. Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check in and
around the engine compartment to
ensure the following:
- Any tools or other loose objects are removed from the engine room
area or hood opening area
- All glove, rags, or other combustible material is removed
from the engine compartment
- All filler caps are tightly and correctly installed
2. Lower the hood halfway (lifted approximately 30 cm (12 in.) from the
closed position) and push down to
securely lock in place. Then double
check to be sure the hood is secure.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it is
not securely locked. Open it again and
close it with more force.
WARNING
[ Before closing the hood, ensure
all obstructions are removed from
around the hood opening.
[ Always double check to be sure that
the hood is firmly latched before
driving away. Check there is no
hood open warning light or message
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Driving with the hood opened may
cause a total loss of visibility, which
might result in an accident.
[ Do not move the vehicle with the
hood in the raised position, as vision
is obstructed, which might result in
an accident, and the hood could fall or be damaged.
EXTERIOR FEATURES
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Tailgate
Opening the tailgate
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Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and
set the parking brake.
Then do one of the following:
1. Unlock all doors with the Door Unlock button on your smart key. Press the
tailgate handle button and open the
tailgate.
2. Press and hold the Tailgate Open button on the smart key. Press the
tailgate handle button and open the
tailgate.
3. With the Smart Key in your possession, press the tailgate handle
button and open the tailgate.
Closing the tailgate
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Lower the tailgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the tailgate lid is
securely fastened, always check by trying
to pull it up again without pressing the
tailgate handle button.
WARNING
Always keep the tailgate lid completely
closed while the vehicle is in motion. If
it is left open or ajar, poisonous exhaust
gases containing carbon monoxide
(CO) may enter the vehicle and serious
illness or death may result.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the tailgate lift
cylinders and the attached hardware,
always close the tailgate before driving.
Information
In cold and wet climates, tailgate lock and tailgate mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.