tailgate HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT 2019 User Guide

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Convenient features of your vehicle
Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check thefollowing:
ment must be correctly installed.
bustible material must be
removed from the engine com-
partment.
2. Lower the hood halfway (lifted approximately 30 cm (12 inches)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.
Tailgate
Opening the tailgate
Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park).
Then do one of the following:
1. Unlock all doors with the DoorUnlock button on your remote key
or smart key. Press the tailgate
handle button and open the tail-
gate.
2. Press and hold the Tailgate Unlock button on the remote key or smart
key. Press the tailgate handle but-
ton and open the tailgate.
3. With the Smart Key in your pos- session, press the tailgate handle
button and open the tailgate.Before closing the hood, ensure all obstructions are
removed from around thehood 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 dis-
played on the instrument clus-
ter. Driving with the hood
opened may cause a total loss
of visibility, which mightresult in an accident.
Do not move the vehicle with the hood in the raised posi-
tion, as vision is obstructed,
which might result in an acci-
dent, and the hood could fall
or be damaged.
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Closing the tailgate
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.Information
In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions. Make certain that you close the
tailgate before driving your vehi-
cle. Possible damage may occur
to the tailgate lift cylinders and
attached hardware if the tailgate
is not closed prior to driving.
Emergency tailgate safety
release
Your vehicle is equipped with an
Emergency Tailgate Safety Release
lever located inside the tailgate.
When someone is inadvertently
locked in the luggage compartment,
the tailgate can be opened manually
from inside the luggage compart-
ment by performing the followingsteps :
1. Input the mechanical key into the hole.
2. Push the mechanical key to the right.
3. Push up the tailgate.
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The tailgate swings upward. Make sure no objects or people
are near the rear of the vehicle
when opening the tailgate.
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Do not hold the part (gas lifter)
that supports the tailgate. Be
aware that the deformation of
the part may cause vehicle
damage and a risk of safetyaccident.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
Fuel Filler Door
Opening the fuel filler door
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Ensure the driver's door isunlocked.
3. Push the fuel filler door near the 3 o'clock position. 4. Pull the fuel filler door (1) out to
fully open.
5. To remove the fuel tank cap (2), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pres-
sure inside the tank equalizes.
6. Place the cap on the fuel filler door.
Information
If the fuel filler door does not open
because ice has formed around it, tap
lightly or push on the door to break
the ice and release the door. Do not
pry on the door. If necessary, spray
around the door with an approved de-
icer fluid (do not use radiator anti-
freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm
place and allow the ice to melt.
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For emergencies, be fully
aware of the location of the
emergency tailgate safety
release lever in this vehicle
and how to open the tailgate if
you are accidentally locked in
the luggage compartment.
No one should be allowed to
occupy the luggage compart-
ment of the vehicle at any
time. The luggage compart-
ment is a very dangerous
location in the event of acrash.
Use the release lever for
emergencies only. Use
extreme caution, especially
while the vehicle is in motion.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
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Press START button with key(for smart key system)
This warning message is displayed if
you press the Engine Start/Stop but-
ton while the warning message "Key
not detected" is displayed.
At this time, the immobilizer indicator
light blinks.
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse (for smart key system)
This warning message is displayed if
the brake switch fuse is disconnected.
You need to replace the fuse with a
new one before starting the engine.
If that is not possible, you can start
the engine by pressing the Engine
Start/Stop button for 10 seconds in
the ACC position.
Door, Hood, Tailgate Open
This warning is displayed indicating
which door, or hood, or tailgate isopen.
Sunroof Open (if equipped)
This warning is displayed if you turnoff the engine when the sunroof isopen. Close the sunroof securely when
leaving your vehicle.
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Before driving the vehicle, you should confirm that the door/
hood/tailgate is fully closed.
Also, check there is no door/hood/tailgate open warning
light or message displayed on
the instrument cluster.
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Rear lamp
Rear Room Lamp ( ):
Press this switch to turn the rear
room lamp on and off.
Luggage compartment lamp
The luggage compartment lampcomes on when the tailgate isopened.
The luggage compartment lamp comes on as long as the tailgate is
open. To prevent unnecessary bat-
tery system drain, close the tail-
gate securely after using the lug-
gage compartment.
Vanity mirror lamp (if equipped)
Push the switch to turn the light on or
off.
: The lamp will turn on if thisbutton is pressed.
: The lamp will turn off if this button is pressed.
Always have the switch in the off
position when the vanity mirror
lamp is not in use. If the sunvisor
is closed without the lamp off, it
may discharge the battery or dam-
age the sunvisor.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
Luggage Net Holder (if equipped)
To keep items from shifting in the lug-
gage compartment, you can use the4 holders located in the luggage com-
partment to attach the luggage net.
Make sure the luggage net is secure- ly attached to the holders in the lug-
gage compartment.
Cargo Area Cover (if equipped)
Use the cover to hide items stored in the cargo area.
The cargo area cover will lift when the tailgate is opened.
Disconnect the strap (1) from the
holder if you want to return the cover
to the original position. To remove the
cargo area cover completely, lift the
cover to a 50-degree angle and pull itout (2).Since the cargo area cover may be
damaged or deformed, do not put
luggage on it when it is beingused.
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Do not place objects on the
cargo area cover while driv-
ing. Such objects may be
thrown about inside the vehi-
cle and possibly injure vehicleoccupants during an accidentor when braking.
Never allow anyone to ride in
the luggage compartment. It
is designed for luggage only.
Maintain balance of the vehi-
cle and locate the weight as
far forward as possible.
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Avoid eye injury. DO NOT over-
stretch the luggage net. ALWAYS
keep your face and body out of
the luggage net's recoil path. DO
NOT use the luggage net when
the strap has visible signs of
wear or damage.
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Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.
Do not inhale engine exhaust.
If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. Exposure to CO can cause
unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If
you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the
vehicle, have the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Run the engine only
long enough to start the engine and to move the vehicle out of the garage.
Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in an
open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan control set to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
Keep the air intakes clear.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the ventilation air intakes located in front of the windshield
clear of snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.
If you must drive with the tailgate open:
Close all windows.
Open instrument panel air vents.
Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face", and the fan control set to high.
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Driving your vehicle
Before Entering the Vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean
and unobstructed.
Remove frost, snow, or ice.
Visually check the tires for uneven wear and damage.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Before Starting
Make sure the hood, the tailgate,and the doors are securely closed
and locked.
Adjust the position of the seat and steering wheel.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Verify all the lights work.
Fasten your seatbelt. Check that all passengers have fastened their
seatbelts.
Check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel and the mes-
sages on the instrument display
when the ignition switch is in theON position.
Check that any items you are car- rying are stored properly or fas-
tened down securely.
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To reduce the risk of SERIOUS
INJURY or DEATH, take the fol-
lowing precautions:
•ALWAYS wear your seat belt.
All passengers must be prop-
erly belted whenever the vehi-
cle is moving. For more infor-
mation, refer to "Seat Belts" in
chapter 2.
Always drive defensively.
Assume other drivers or pedes-
trians may be careless andmake mistakes.
Stay focused on the task of
driving. Driver distraction cancause accidents.
Leave plenty of space between
you and the vehicle in front of
you.
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Driving your vehicle
To release EPB (Electronic Parking
Brake) automatically:
Shift lever in P (Park)With the engine running depress
the brake pedal and shift out of P
(Park) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
Shift lever in N (Neutral) With the engine running depress
the brake pedal and shift out of N
(Neutral) to R (Reverse) or D
(Drive).
Manual transmission vehicle 1. Ensure seat belts are fastened and the doors, hood and tailgateare closed.
2. With the engine running, depress the clutch pedal and move the
shift lever to 1 (First) gear or R
(Reverse).
3. Depress the accelerator pedal while releasing the clutch pedal. Automatic transmission/Dual
clutch transmission vehicle
1. Ensure seat belts are fastened and the doors, hood and tailgate are closed.
2. With the engine running, depress the brake pedal and
shift out of P (Park) to R
(Reverse) or D (Drive).
3. Depress the accelerator pedal.
Make sure the Parking Brake
Warning light goes off.
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 For your safety, you can engage the EPB even though the Engine Stop/
Start button is in the OFF position,
but you cannot release it.
 For your safety, depress the brake pedal and release the parking brake
manually with the EPB switch when
you drive downhill or when backing
up the vehicle. Information
- Manual trans-
mission
A vehicle towing a trailer on a hill or
on an incline may slightly roll back-
wards when starting the vehicle. To
prevent the situation follow the below
instructions.
1. Depress the clutch pedal and select a gear.
2. Keep pulling up the EPB switch.
3. Depress the accelerator pedal and slowly release the clutch pedal.
4. If the vehicle starts off with enough driving power release the EPB
switch.
Do not follow the above procedure
when driving on a flat level ground.
The vehicle may suddenly move for-
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If the parking brake warning
light is still on even though the
EPB has been released, have the
system checked by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not drive your vehicle with the EPB applied. It may cause
excessive brake pad and brake
rotor wear.
EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)
may be automatically applied
when:
Requested by other systems
If the driver turns the engine offwhile Auto Hold is operating, EPB will be automatically applied.
Warning messages
To release EPB, fasten seatbelt,
close door, hood and tailgate
If you try to drive with the EPBapplied, a warning will sound and a
message will appear.
If the driver's seat belt is unfas- tened and the engine hood or tail-
gate is opened, a warning will
sound and a message will appear.
If there is a problem with the vehi- cle, a warning may sound and a
message may appear.
If the situation occurs, depress the
brake pedal and release EPB by
pressing the EPB switch.
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Whenever leaving the vehicle
or parking, always come to a
complete stop and continueto depress the brake pedal.
Move the shift lever into the P
(Park) position, press the EPB
switch, and press the Engine
Start/Stop button to the OFF
position. Take the Smart Key
with you when exiting the
vehicle.
Vehicles not fully engaged in
P (Park) with the parking
brake set are at risk for mov-
ing inadvertently and causing
injury to yourself or others.
NEVER allow anyone who is
unfamiliar with the vehicle to
touch the EPB switch. If theEPB is released unintentional-
ly, serious injury may occur.
Only release the EPB when
you are seated inside the
vehicle with your foot firmlyon the brake pedal.
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