GENESIS G80 2021 Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: GENESIS, Model Year: 2021, Model line: G80, Model: GENESIS G80 2021Pages: 604, PDF Size: 11.47 MB
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Power Windows
The Engine Start/Stop button must be
in the ON position to be able to raise
or lower the windows. Each door has a
Power Window switch to control that
door’s window. The driver has a Power
Window Lock button which can block
the operation of passenger windows.
The power windows will operate for
approximately 3 minutes after the Engine
Start/Stop button is in the ACC or OFF
position. However, if the front doors are
opened, the Power Windows will not
operate even within the 3 minute period.
Window opening and closing
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To open:
Press the window switch down to the
first detent position (5). Release the
switch when you want the window to
stop.
To close:
Pull the window switch up to the first
detent position (5). Release the window
switch when you want the window to
stop.
Auto up/down window
Pressing or pulling up the power window
switch momentarily to the second
detent position (6) completely lowers or
lifts the window even when the switch
is released. To stop the window at the
desired position while the window is in
operation, pull up or press down and
release the switch.
Resetting the power windows
If the power windows do not operate
normally, the automatic power window
system must be reset as follows:
1. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the ON position.
2. Close the window and continue
pulling up on the power window
switch for at least one second.
If the power windows do not operate
properly after resetting, have the system
be inspected by an authorized retailer of
Genesis Branded products.
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Automatic reverse
ORG3050031N
If a window senses any obstacle while it
is closing automatically, it will stop and
lower approximately 12 in. (30 cm) to
allow the object to be cleared.
If the window detects the resistance
while the power window switch is
pulled up continuously, the window
will stop upward movement then lower
approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm).
If the power window switch is pulled
up continuously again within 5 seconds
after the window is lowered by the
automatic window reverse feature,
the automatic window reverse will not
operate.
Information
The automatic reverse feature is only
active when the “Auto Up” feature is used
by fully pulling up the switch to the second
detent.
WARNING
Make sure body parts or other objects
are safely out of the way before closing
the windows to avoid injuries or vehicle
damage.
Objects less than 0.16 in. (4 mm) in
diameter caught between the window
glass and the upper window channel
may not be detected by the automatic
reverse window and the window will
not stop and reverse direction.
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Power window lock button
ORG3050032
The driver can disable the power window
switches on the rear passenger doors by
pressing the power window lock button.
When the power window lock button is
pressed:
• The rear passenger control will not
be able to operate the rear passenger
power window
• Note that the front passenger control
is still able to operate the front
passenger window, and that the driver
master control can still operate all the
power windows.
WARNING
Do not allow children to play with the
power windows. Keep the driver’s
door power window lock button in the
LOCK position. Serious injury or death
can result from unintentional window
operation by a child.
NOTICE
• To prevent possible damage to the
power window system, do not open
or close two windows or more at the
same time. This will also ensure the
longevity of the fuse.
• Never try to operate the main
switch on the driver’s door and the
individual door window switch in
opposite directions at the same time.
If this is done, the window will stop
and cannot be opened or closed.
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Remote Window Closing
Function (if equipped)
Type A
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Type B
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You can still control the window
movement with the engine turned off by
pressing the Door Lock button for more
than 3 seconds.The window moves up, as
long as you press the door lock button.
The window movement stops, when you
release the door lock button. The hazard
warning lights blink 3 times, when the
window is completely closed.
Information
• The remote window closing function
may abruptly stop, when you move
away from your vehicle during
operation. Stay in close proximity from
your vehicle, while monitoring the
window movement.
• One of the windows may stop
operating, when the window is
interrupted by certain force. However,
the other windows will keep operating.
Thus, you should make sure that
all windows are closed, and that the
hazard warning lights blink 3 times.
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If your vehicle is equipped with a
sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof
with the sunroof control switch located
on the overhead console.
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The sunroof can only be opened, closed,
or tilted when the Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ON position.
The sunroof can be operated for
approximately 3 minutes after the Engine
Start/Stop button is in the ACC or OFF
position. However, if the front door is
opened, the sunroof cannot be operated
even within the 3 minute period.
Information
• In cold and wet climates, the sunroof
may not work properly due to freezing
conditions.
• After the vehicle is washed or in a
rainstorm, be sure to wipe off any
water that is on the sunroof before
operating it.
WARNING
• Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade
while driving. This could result in
loss of control and an accident that
may cause death, serious injury, or
property damage.
• Make sure heads, hands, arms or
any other body parts or objects are
out of the way before operating the
sunroof.
• Do not extend your head, arms or
body outside the sunroof while
driving, to avoid serious injury.
• Do not leave the engine running
and the key in your vehicle with
unsupervised children. Unattended
children could operate the sunroof,
which could result in serious injury.
• The sunroof is made of glass, subject
to break in case of an accident.
Passengers without the appropriate
protection (e.g. seat belt, CRS, etc.)
on may project out through the
broken glass and may be seriously
injured or even result in death.
• Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It
may cause injury or vehicle damage.
NOTICE
• Do not continue to move the sunroof
control lever after the sunroof is fully
opened, closed, or tilted. Damage
to the motor or system components
could occur.
• 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.
PANORAMIC SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
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Sunshade
ORG3050204N
To open the sunshade:
Push the sunroof control lever backward
to the first detent position.
To close the sunshade:
Push the sunroof control lever forward to
the first detent position.
To stop the sunshade at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control lever backward
or forward and release the switch.
Sliding the Sunroof
ORG3050215N
When the sunshade is closed:
If you push the sunroof control lever
backward past the first detent, the
sunshade will slide all the way open and
then the sunroof glass will slide all the
way open.
When the sunshade is opened:
If you pull the sunroof control lever
backward, the sunroof glass will slide all
the way open.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control lever backward
or forward and release the switch.
Information
Only the front glass of the sunroof opens
and closes.
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Tilting the Sunroof
ORG3050216N
When the sunshade is closed:
If you push the sunroof control lever
upwards, the sunshade will slide all the
way open and then the sunroof glass will
tilt open.
When the sunshade is opened:
If you pull the sunroof control lever
backward, the sunroof glass will slide all
the way open.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control lever backward
or forward and release the switch.
Closing the Sunroof
ORG3050217N
To close the sunroof glass (A):
Push the sunroof control lever forward to
the first detent position.
To close the sunroof glass and sunshade
(B):
Push the sunroof control lever forward to
the second detent position. The sunroof
glass will close, then the sunshade will
close automatically.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control lever backward
or forward and release the switch.
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Automatic reverse
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If the sunroof senses any obstacle while
it is closing automatically, it will reverse
direction then stop to allow the object to
be cleared.
The auto reverse function does not work
if a small obstacle is between the sliding
glass and the sunroof sash.
You should always check that all
passengers and objects are away from
the sunroof before closing it.
WARNING
Small objects that can get caught
between the sunroof glass and the front
glass channel may not be detected by
the automatic reverse system. In this
case, the sunroof glass will not detect
the object and reverse direction.
NOTICE
• Periodically remove any dirt that may
accumulate on the sunroof guide
rail or between the sunroof and roof
panel which can make a noise.
• Do not try to open the sunroof when
the temperature is below freezing
or when the sunroof is covered with
snow or ice, otherwise the motor
could be damaged. In cold and wet
climates, the sunroof may not work
properly.
Resetting the Sunroof
In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be
performed. Some instances where
resetting the sunroof may be required
include:
-When the 12V 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 sunshade and sunroof
is in the fully closed position. If the
sunshade and sunroof is open, push
the control lever forward until the
sunshade and sunroof is fully closed.
3. Release the control lever when the
sunshade and sunroof is fully closed.
4. Push the control lever forward about
10 seconds until the sunroof moves
slightly.
5. Release the control lever.
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6. Within 3 seconds, push and hold
the control lever forward until the
sunshade and sunroof operates as
follows:
Sunshade Open → Glass Tilt Open →
Glass Slide Open → Glass Slide Close →
Sunshade Close
Do not release the lever until the
operation is completed.
If you release the control lever during
operation, start the procedure again from
step 2.
7. Release the sunroof control lever after
all steps have completed. The sunroof
system has been reset.
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.
• For more detailed information, contact
an authorized retailer of Genesis
Branded products.
Sunroof Open Warning
ORG3040007
• If the driver turns off the engine
when the sunroof is not fully closed,
the warning chime will sound for
approximately 3 seconds and the
sunroof open warning will appear on
the LCD display.
• If the driver turns off the engine and
opens the door when the sunroof is
not fully closed, the open sunroof
warning will appear on the LCD
display until the door is closed or the
sunroof is fully closed.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving
your vehicle.
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Hood
Opening the hood
ORG3050036
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 (2).
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 12 in. (30 cm) 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