GENESIS G80 2021 Quick Reference Guide
Manufacturer: GENESIS, Model Year: 2021, Model line: G80, Model: GENESIS G80 2021Pages: 25, PDF Size: 7.74 MB
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LCD DISPLAY VIEW
1                          :  VIEW button for changing View modes
2                          :  SCROLL UP, DOWN  for changing items in Utility view 
and Option menu
3                          :  SELECT/RESET switch for enterging Option menu
             :  SELECT/RESET switch for retrieving assist 
information or resetting the selected item     
LCD DISPLAY CONTROL
1
2
3
(Press)
(Press and hold)
<<,
ViewSymbol Explanation
Driving AssistDriving Assist view displays the status of the vehicle's Driving Assistance systems.
Turn By Turn (TBT)Turn By Turn view displays the state of the navigation.
UtilityUtility view displays driving information such as the trip distance, fuel economy and etc.
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Air bag warning light
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light
Seat belt warningParking brake & Brake fluid warning light
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
Low tire pressurewarning light
Low fuel level warning light
Low beam indicator
High Beam Assist indicatorLight ON indicator
ECO indicator
SPORT modeindicator
Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) warning light
High beam indicator
Electronic Stability  Control (ESC) indicatorMaster warning light
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist warning lightElectric Parking Brake(EPB) warning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
AWD LOCKDBC
Charging system warning light
Immobilizer indicator
Malfunction IndicatorLamp (MIL)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF indicator
Lane Keeping Assist indicator
LED Headlight waring indicator
Adaptive Front Lighting System
AUTO HOLD indicator
Turn signal indicator
The Head-Up display is a transparent 
display which projects an image of selected  
information of the instrument cluster and 
navigation onto the windshield glass.
To activate the head up display, select 
Head-Up Display in the Vehicle Settings 
menu on the infotainment screen.
Adjust Head-Up Display height until in view.
HEAD-UP DISPLAY
Engine coolant temperature warning light
AWD warning light
NOTE: If you wear polarizing-filter sunglasses, it’s difficult to read the Head 
Up Display information.
HDA
MPH60
600.1mi60
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Rear (if equipped)
DEFOGGING / DEFROSTINGSYSTEM OFF
Pressing the OFF button 
will place the system in 
below settings.
•  Front blower will turn off. 
•   Outside (fresh) air 
position will be selected.
•   Vented air will be at last 
set temperature.
 1 Driver’s temperature control
2 Passenger’s temperature control
3 Fan speed control
4 Driver’s air vent selection
5 Passenger’s air vent selection
6 AUTO (automatic control)
7 OFF (system off)
8 Front windshield defroster
9  Air intake control
10 SYNC
11 Rear window defroster
12  A/C (air conditioning)
 13  Rear control
 1 Fan speed control
2 Temperature control
3 OFF (system off)
4 AUTO (automatic control)
5 Mode selection
Front
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Direction of air flow will change 
depending on which vent direction arrow is selected. 
MODE SELECTION
NOTE: To reduce window fogging and improve visibility, keep the interior 
surface of the windshield clean by wiping it with a clean cloth and glas\
s 
cleaner. In addition, position the air intake control to circulate fresh air 
whenever possible while operating the vehicle.
AIR INTAKE CONTROL
Automatically controls the 
modes, fan speeds, air intake 
and air-conditioning functions.
AUTOMATIC HEATING /
AIR CONDITIONINGIf cabin humidity increase while
Climate Control is off, fresh air will 
be circulated into the cabin.
Please refer to the Owner's Manual 
for further details.
SMART VENT
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
3.   Set the fan speed to the 
highest speed setting.
2.  Select warmest 
temperature.
1.  Press the front defrost button.
NOTE: Outside (fresh) air position will be 
selected when front defrost button is selected.
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FaceLevelFloorLevelFloor &Defrost
Passenger/Rear
Front
Bi-Level
When Fresh mode is 
selected, air enters the 
vehicle from outside and is 
heated or cooled according 
to the function selected.
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.
Recirculation mode
Fresh mode
NOTE: Use a microfiber towel to prevent 
scratches on the climate controls while 
removing fingerprints, dust, or stains. 
Immediately wipe off any interior cleaning 
products to prevent damage to the climate 
controls.
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BLUETOOTH PHONE PAIRING
Pairing a new device
2. Search for the device name as 
displayed on your mobile phone 
and pair.
3.  Confirm the 6-digit passkey 
displayed on the audio screen and 
the Bluetooth device identical.
4. Press OK in your Bluetooth device.
5. Pairing is complete.
1.  
Press the PHONE button in the head unit(or DIS navigation system) 
or  button in the steering wheel remote control.
NOTE: Vehicle must be in (P) Park to complete pairing process.
GENESIS CONNECTED SERVICES
Genesis Connected Services subscription is required. To enroll, 
please visit your dealership or MyGenesisUSA.com.
Press the  button for access to the voice-response menu of services.
- You can say:
Roadside Assistance
Service Link
Account Assistance
Press the  button for SOS Emergency Assistance.
Visit MyGenesisUSA.com for more information or refer to your 
Genesis Connected Services User's Manual for detailed information 
on system operation. 
For immediate assistance with subscription services, please call 
1-844-340-9741.
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You can download the Genesis Intelligent Assistant 
App to your compatible smart phone from the 
following sites:
 
• iPhone® — Apple® App Store
• Android™ — Google Play™
Remote Start
Genesis Intelligent Assistant App
•  
Remote Start will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or after 
selected engine timer runs out.
•  
While this feature is active, the lights can blink until the vehicle is 
turned off or when vehicle is in operation.
•  
To continue to operate the vehicle, the proximity key must be 
inside the vehicle with the driver, prior to pressing the brake and 
being able to move the gearshift from the P (Park) position.
Remember:
Remote Start enables you to remotely start your vehicle virtually 
from anywhere. For vehicles equipped with full-automatic 
temperature control, you can also enable climate control remotely 
and turn on the front window defroster, ensuring a warm or cool 
car is ready to go when you are. 
•  To use this feature, you must have a Genesis Connected 
Services Personal Identification Number (PIN). 
  To create or change your PIN, log in to
    MyGenesisUSA.com.
Preconditions:
 •  Ignition is OFF
 •   
Alarm is armed (i.e., vehicle locked by key fob or Remote Door Lock)
 •   Gearshift level is in the P (Park) position
        WARNING!
Do not remote start vehicle in an enclosed environment (i.e., closed garage). Prolonged operation of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is harmful to your health. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness or in extreme cases unconsciousness and / or death. Do not leave children or animals unattended in a vehicle while using the remote start function.
           CAUTION!
If the vehicle’s windshield wipers are left on when the vehicle was last driven, then the wipers will turn on if the remote start function is activated. To avoid damage to the wiper blades (i.e., due to heavy ice or snow accumulated on the windshield), please always turn the vehicle’s windshield wipers off when parking the vehicle. 
  •   Brake pedal is not depressed
 •   Engine hood is securely closed
 •   All the doors are closed and locked
 •   The tailgate or trunk lid is closed
 •   The security / panic system is not activated
 •   The battery power is not low
 •   Vehicle is located in an open area
 •   It has been less than 7 days since last vehicle ignition off
 •   Vehicle located in area with good cell reception
Remote Start will terminate:
• After 10 minutes or after selected engine timer runs out
• Brake is pressed without the proximity key inside the vehicle
• Accelerater pedal is pressed without the proximity key inside the 
vehicle
• Gearshift is changed without the proximity key inside the vehicle
• Alarm is triggered without the proximity key inside the vehicle
• The proximity key is not inside the vehicle after the door status is 
changed.
Notice: Laws in some communities may restrict the use of the 
features that remotely start the engine. For example, some laws may 
require a person using the remote start feature to have the vehicle in 
view when doing so, or limit the length of time a vehicle engine may 
idle. Please check local and state regulations for any requirements 
and restrictions on remote starting of vehicles and engine idling time.
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CAR SETUP
1. Go to settings on the head unit.
2. Touch the “Phone Projection” icon on screen.
3. Select “On” for Android Auto.
4. Connect your Android phone to the vehicle USB port. Agree to the       
notification and disclaimers on your phone then the “Android Auto”       
icon will appear confirming the setup.
For more detailed information on how to operate Android Auto, please 
refer to your navigation manual.
For additional Android Auto support, please refer to the Android Auto 
Support Website
https://support.google.com/androidauto/
Android Auto, Google Play, Android, and other marks are trademarks of 
Google Inc.
PHONE SETUP 
Turn on Bluetooth® on your phone and connect the micro USB cable to 
your phone and the USB port on the vehicle.
Phone will prompt you to download the Android Auto app and update 
other needed apps (i.e. Google Maps™, Google Play Music™, Google \
Now™).
NOTE: Vehicle must be parked.
- Location mode setting should be set to High accuracy.
- Car and phone setup should be completed in one sitting. If phone    
setup needs to be resumed, recommend to Force Stop the Android  
Auto app on the Phone then reopen the app and accept the    
Disclaimer notifications.
ANDROID AUTO ™
REQUIREMENTS:
- USB cable
- OS Android™ 5.0 or higher
- Compatible Android Phone
- Data and wireless plan for applicable features
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
- Android Auto features may operate differently than on your phone.
- Message and data charges may apply when using Android Auto.
- Android Auto relies on the performance of your phone. If you        
experience performance issues:
- Close all apps and then restart them or
- Disconnect and then reconnect your phone
- Using the USB cable that was provided with your phone is     
recommended.
- When Android Auto is active, press and hold the voice recognition 
button to make your requests.
ANDROID AUTO SUPPORT
https://support.google.com/androidauto/
DUAL VOICE RECOGNITION: 
1. Pressing Voice Recognition button once will use vehicle onboard for 
requests.
2. Pressing and Holding Voice Recognition button will use Android Auto 
for requests.
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CAR SETUP
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Touch the “Phone Projection” icon on the screen.
3. Touch “Apple CarPlay” on the Connectivity Settings screen. Then 
touch “On” to enable Apple CarPlay.
4. Connect your Apple iPhone to the vehicle USB port then touch       
‘OK’ when the pop-up message appears. The Apple CarPlay icon will \
now appear on the vehicle Home screen confirming the setup.
Apple CarPlay, Apple, and other marks are trademarks of Apple Inc.
REQUIREMENTS
- Apple Lightning® cable
- Latest iOS
- iPhone® 5 or above
- Data and wireless plan for applicable features
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
- Apple® CarPlay features may operate differently than on your phone.
- Message and data charges may apply when using Apple CarPlay.
- Apple CarPlay relies on the performance of your phone.  If you     
experience performance issues:
- Close all apps and then restart them or
- Disconnect and then reconnect your phone
- Using the Apple Lightning cable that was provided with your phone is 
recommended.
- When Apple CarPlay is active, press and hold the voice recognition 
button to make your requests
APPLE CARPLAY ™
PHONE SETUP
On your phone, go to Settings >  
General > CarPlay to allow CarPlay 
access.
On your phone, go to Settings > Siri 
and ensure Siri is turned ON.
DUAL VOICE RECOGNITION: 
1. Pressing Voice Recognition button once will use vehicle onboard for 
requests.
2. Pressing and Holding Voice Recognition button will use Apple Carplay 
for requests.
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PHONE
Touch the PHONE 5 icon to access the Phone screen.  Siri will 
automatically asks ‘Who you would like to call’ when the PHONE 5 icon 
is selected.  
NOTE: Phone call sound quality is dependent on the wired connection.  
Using the Lightning cable that came with the phone is recommended.
APPLE MUSIC
Touch the APPLE MUSIC 6 icon to access the Apple Music screen. 
APPLE MAPS
Touch the APPLE MAPS 7 icon to access the Apple Map screen. 
MESSAGES
Touch the MESSAGES 8 icon to access the Message screen. Siri will 
automatically asks ‘To hear unread messages or create a new one’ when 
the MESSAGE icon is selected.
3rd PARTY APPS
Supported CarPlay apps that are downloaded on your phone will appear 
on the CarPlay screen.  Touch the apps icons to access those supported 
apps.
NOTE: A list of the supported CarPlay supported apps can be found at 
http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Ensure phone has latest version of the 3rd Party Apps.
Apple CarPlay uses Siri to perform many actions like sending 
messages, placing calls, and looking up/setting POI/Destinations.  A 
Siri session can be initiated on any screen by: 
1. Touch and holding the HOME icon 1 on the CarPlay screen or
2. Press the steering wheel VOICE RECOGNITION 13 button.
Note: Ensure Siri feature is set to ON in your phone (Go to Settings > 
General > Siri). 
3. Say any of the following commands;
 •“Text 
 •“Read text messages” to read available text message.
 •“Call 
 •“Find 
CarPlay Home Screen
SIRI
1 HOME ICON
2  WIRELESS CONNECTIVTY
3  CELLULAR SIGNAL
4 PHONE TIME5  PHONE
6  APPLE MUSIC™
7  APPLE MAPS
8  MESSAGES
9   3RD PARTY APPS
10  SCREEN PAGE INDICATOR
11 EXIT TO HOME SCREEN12 CURRENT CARPLAY AUDIO PLAYING
13 VOICE RECOGNITION
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Map position
NAVIGATION
1  Move to the Home Screen2  Map view modeThe map view can be switch between Head Up and North Up.
3 Map Scale Display
4 Navigation Volume
5  Menu
6 Stop route/Resume route
7 Estimated arrival time and remaining distance 
8 Current location and destination name display
9  Vehicle position mark
10 Route display
11 TBT (Turn by Turn): turns the TBT function on/off
12 Route: changes the route conditions when a  
     route is set
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NOTE: Map view can be changed by selecting Map view mode button. 
USB PORTS
Plug in a USB cable or other media 
device to connect an external audio
device and listen to it through the 
audio system in your vehicle.
The rear USB charger is designed to 
recharge batteries of small size 
electrical devices using a USB cable. 
The AC inverter supplies 115 volts 
(150 watts) electric power to operate 
electric accessories or equipment.
PAC 115V
Max 150WAC 115V
Max 150W
SS
PAC 115V
Max 150WAC 115V
Max 150W
SS
PAC 115V
Max 150WAC 115V
Max 150W
SS
WIRELESS CELLULAR PHONE CHARGING SYSTEM 
NOTE:
The wireless cellular phone 
charging system supports only the 
Qi-enabled cellular phones ().
NOTE: Do not place any metallic items such as coins, keys on the 
charger. Avoid putting credit cards, etc. on the charger as they 
might get damaged by the magnetic field.
There is a wireless cellular phone 
charging system inside the front 
console. The system operates with all 
doors closed, and the ignition switch is 
in the ACC/ON position. 
Front
Rear
P
AC 115V
Max 150WAC 115V
Max 150W
SS
PAC 115V
Max 150WAC 115V
Max 150W
SS
SS
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HOMELINK WIRELESS GARAGE CONTROL SYSTEM
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4
2
5
3
6
7
1. Press and release 1, 2 or 3  button. 
• If the indicator 7 is turned ON in Orange, go to Step 3 
(programming mode) 
• If the indicator 7 is continuously turned ON or flashes in Green 
rapidly several times, go to Step 2 (erasing mode)
2. Press and hold the button you wish to program for approximately 
15- 25 seconds until the LED flashes in Orange for several times. 
3. Hold the Garage Door Opener Original Transmitter near the 
HomeLink Mirror.
4. Press the Original Transmitter button until the indicator 7 is turned 
continuously ON or flashes in Green for approximately 10 seconds 
and it indicates the programing is completed. 
NOTE: If the indicator 7 flashes in Green continuously, but if the 
garage door opener does not operate, please continue to follow 
Rolling Code Programming steps below.
Two Way Communication
Some new garage door openers come equipped with a two-way 
communication feature.  If your garage door opener has this feature, 
please also continue to follow the Rolling Code Programming steps 
below.  For more information and programming tips on two-way 
communication please visit www. homelink.com/compatible/two-
waycommunication or call (800)-355-3515. 
AUDIO CONTROL
RADIO
1. Users can set the volume level of each source (FM, AM, SXM, USB, BT 
and so on) individually by adjusting volume knob.
2. Then AVN (Headunit) will save the last volume levels of each source in the 
system sound settings.
3. If users change the source, the volume will revert to the previously set 
volume for that source.
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7
1 Moves to home screen or the previous screen. 2 Moves to home screen. 3 Menu – Displays pop-up menu of each mode  4 Band - Selects the desired radio band by pressing [FM], [AM] or [SiriusXM].5 Voice Recognition - Moves to voice recognition screen. 6 Mode display - Shows the mode currently in play.7 Frequency Dial – Touch or drag to tune to the desired station.
    Press  to add current station to the preset. 
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SHIFT BY WIRE GEAR SELECTOR
To shift the gear to P (Park), press 
the P button while depressing the 
brake pedal. 
To shift the gear to N (Neutral), rotate 
the shift dial clockwise from R 
(Reverse) or counterclockwise from 
D (Drive) while depressing the brake 
pedal. 
To shift the gear to R (Rear), rotate 
the shift dial counterclockwise while 
depressing the brake pedal.
A Rotary shifter (Rotary gear shift 
dial, B Park button, C P Release 
Cap
DRIVING
Rolling Code Programming
•You may need  a ladder to access your garage door opener.
•You may need help from a second person.
•Be prepared some of the steps are time sensitive.
1. Firmly press and release the “Learn”, Smart”, or “ Program” button 
of garage door opener on the ceiling while the indicator 7 flashes 
in Green. Once the button is pressed, you have approximately 30 
seconds to initiate the next step.
2. Return to the vehicle and firmly press the HomeLink button, hold for 
two seconds and release the button up to three times. Do not press 
the HomeLink button rapidly. At this point programming is complete 
and your device should operate.
For more detailed information, please refer to your Owner’s manual or 
visit www.homelink.com or call (800) 355-3515
Indicator 4 & 6: 
Flashes in orange → “Closing” & “Opening” 
Solid Green → “Closed” & “Opened”46
NOTE: If your garage door opener has Two-Way Communication 
functionality, it is possible for HomeLink to stop functioning the garage 
door shortly after initial programming, if the Two-Way Communication 
Programming wasn’t properly completed.  If you experience this, 
completing the “Programming a New HomeLink Button” and “Two-
Way Communication Programming” will restore door operation.
DRIVER ATTENTION WARNING (DAW)
Driver Attention Warning is designed as a safety feature to warn or 
inattentive driving.
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B
C
• To set Driver Attention Warning, go to: User settings > Vehicle > Driver 
Assistance > Driver Attention Warning.
Driver Attention Warning is operable, when driving speed is above 40 mph.
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