HYUNDAI KONA EV 2023 Owners Manual

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To defrost outside windshield
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1. Set the fan speed to the highest (extreme right) position.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot position.
3. Select the (
) position.
4. The outside (fresh) air and air conditioning (if equipped) 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.
Defogging logic
To reduce the probability of fogging
up the inside of the windshield, the air
intake or air conditioning are controlled
automatically according to certain conditions such as (
) or () position.
To cancel or return the defogging logic,
do the following.
1. Turn the START/STOP button to the ON position.
2. Press the defroster button (
).
3. While pressing the air conditioning button (A/C), press the air intake
control button at least 5 times within 3 seconds.
The air intake control button indicator
will blink 3 times. It indicates that the
defogging logic is canceled.
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, it resets to the defog logic
status.

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Auto defogging system
(only for automatic climate
control system, if equipped)
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Auto defogging reduces the possibility of
fogging up the inside of the windshield
by automatically sensing the moisture on inside the windshield.
The auto defogging system operates
when the heater or air conditioning is on.
When the Auto Defogging
System operates, the
indicator will illuminate.
If a high amount of humidity is detected
in the vehicle, the Auto Defogging
System will be enabled.
The following steps will be performed
automatically:
Step 1) The air intake control will change to Fresh mode.
Step 2) The mode will be changed to defrost direct airflow to the windshield.
Step 3) The A/C button will turn ON.
Step 4) The fan speed will be set to MAX. If the air conditioning is off or
recirculated air position is manually
selected while Auto Defogging System is
ON, the Auto Defogging System Indicator
will blink 3 times to signal that the
manual operation has been canceled.
To cancel the auto defogging system
1. Press the START/STOP button to the
ON position.
2. Press the front defroster button over 3 seconds.
3. The front defroster button indicator will blink 3 times and then ADS OFF
will illuminate on the climate control
information screen when the auto
defogging system is canceled.
To reactivate the auto defogging system
1. Press the START/STOP button to the ON position.
2. Press the front defroster button over 3 seconds.
3. The front defroster button indicator will blink 6 times and then ADS OFF
will go out on the climate control
information screen when the auto
defogging system is reactivated

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Information
• When the air conditioning is turned
on by Auto defogging system, if you
try to turn off the air conditioning,
the indicator will blink 3 times and
the air conditioning will not be
turned off.
• To maintain the effectiveness and
efficiency of the Auto Defogging
System, do not select Recirculation
mode while the system is operating.
• When the Auto Defogging System is
operating, the fan speed adjustment
knob, the temperature adjustment
knob, and the air intake control
button are all disabled.
NOTICE
Do not remove the sensor cover located
on the top of the windshield glass.
Damage to system parts could occur
and may not be covered by your vehicle
warranty.
Defroster
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the conductors
bonded to the inside surface of the rear
window, never use sharp instruments or
window cleaners containing abrasives
to clean the window.
Information
If you want to defrost and defog the
front windshield, refer to “Windshield
Defrosting and Defogging” in this chapter.
Rear window defroster
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The defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from the
interior and exterior of the rear window,
while the vehicle is in the ready (
)
mode. • To activate the rear window defroster,
press the rear window defroster
button located in the center facia
switch panel. The indicator on the rear
window defroster button illuminates
when the defroster is ON.
• To turn off the defroster, press the rear
window defroster button again.
Information
• If there is heavy accumulation of snow
on the rear window, brush it off before
operating the rear defroster.
• The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 20 minutes
or when the START/STOP button is in the
OFF position.

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Cluster ionizer (if equipped)
When the START/STOP button is in the ON position, the clean air function turns
on automatically.
Also, the clean air function turns off
automatically, when the START/STOP
button is in the OFF position.
Automatic ventilation (if equipped)
To increase cabin air quality and reduce
windscreen misting, air recirculation
mode switches off automatically after
5 minutes, depending on outside
temperature, A/C state, air direction
mode, and the air intake will change to
outside (fresh) mode.
To cancel or reactivate the
Automatic Ventilation
When the air conditioning system is on,
select Face level mode (
) and set the
air intake control to the outside (fresh)
air position. Then, while pressing the
A/C button, press air recirculation mode
button five times within 3 seconds.
When the automatic ventilation is set,
the air recirculation indicator will blink 6
times. When canceled, the indicator will blink 3 times.
ClimaTe ConTrol addiTional feaTures

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WARNING
Never store cigarette lighters, propane
cylinders, or other flammable/explosive
materials in the vehicle. These items
may catch fire and/or explode if the
vehicle is exposed to hot temperatures
for extended periods.
WARNING
ALWAYS keep the storage compartment
covers closed securely while driving.
Items inside your vehicle are moving as
fast as the vehicle. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, the
items may fly out of the compartment
and may cause an injury if they strike
the driver or a passenger.
NOTICE
To avoid possible theft, do not leave
valuables in the storage compartments.
Center console storage
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To open :
Grab and hold the latch (1) on the arm
rest then lift the lid.
Glove box
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To open:
Pull the lever (1).
WARNING
ALWAYS close the glove box door after use.
An open glove box door can cause
serious injury to the passenger in an
accident, even if the passenger is
wearing a seat belt.
sTorage ComparTmenT

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Sunglasses holder (if equipped)
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To open :
Press the cover and the holder will
slowly open. Place your sunglasses in the
compartment door with the lenses facing out.
To close:
Push back into position.
Make sure the sunglasses holder is closed while driving.
WARNING
• Do not keep objects except sunglasses inside the sunglasses
holder. Such objects can be thrown
from the holder in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident, possibly
injuring the passengers in the
vehicle.
• Do not open the sunglass holder
while the vehicle is moving. The rear
view mirror of the vehicle can be
blocked by an open sunglass holder.
• Do not attempt to force sunglasses
into the sunglass holder. If the
sunglasses become jammed and you
try to open it forcibly, personal injury
may occur.
Luggage tray (if equipped)
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You can place a first aid kit, a reflector
triangle (front tray), tools, etc. in the box
for easy access. • Grasp the handle on the top of the
cover and lift it.

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To increase luggage space
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1. Grasp the handle on the top of the cover and pull out the luggage tray
board backwards.
2. Pull out the luggage tray board completely and remove the luggage
tray.(If the luggage tray is equipped.)
3. Push the luggage tray board forwards into the lower sliding slot.

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Cup holder
Front
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Cups or small beverages cups may be
placed in the cup holders.
Rear
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Pull the armrest down to use the cup
holders.
WARNING
• Avoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is in use to
prevent spilling your drink. If hot
liquid spills, you could be burned.
Such a burn to the driver could cause
loss of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
• Do not place uncovered or unsecured
cups, bottles, cans, etc., in the cup
holder containing hot liquid while
the vehicle is in motion. Injuries may
result in the event of a sudden stop
or collision.
• Only use soft cups in the cup holders.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
WARNING
Keep cans or bottles out of direct sun
light and do not put them in a hot
vehicle. It may explode.
NOTICE
• Keep your drinks sealed while
driving to prevent spilling your drink.
If liquid spills, it may get into the
vehicle’s electrical/electronic system
and damage electrical/electronic parts.
• When cleaning spilled liquids,
do not dry the cup holder at high
temperature. This may damage the
interior.
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Sunvisor
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To use a sunvisor, pull it downward.
To use a sunvisor for a side window, pull
it downward, unsnap it from the bracket
(1) and swing it to the side (2).
To use the vanity mirror, pull down the
sunvisor and slide the mirror cover (3).
Adjust the sunvisor forward or backward
(4) as needed (if equipped).
Use the ticket holder (5) to hold tickets.
Close the vanity mirror cover securely
and return the sunvisor to its original
position after use.
Information
Close the vanity mirror cover securely and
return the sunvisor to its original position
after use.
WARNING
For your safety, do not block your view
when using the sunvisor.
NOTICE
Do not put several tickets in the ticket
holder at one time. This could cause
damage to the ticket holder.
Power outlet (if equipped)
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The power outlet is designed to provide
power for mobile telephones or other
devices designed to operate with vehicle
electrical systems.
The devices should draw less than 180 W
(Watt) with the vehicle in the ready (
)
mode.
WARNING
Avoid electrical shocks. Do not place
your fingers or foreign objects (pin, etc.)
into a power outlet or touch the power
outlet with a wet hand.

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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the Power
Outlets : • Use the power outlet only when the
vehicle is in the ready (
) mode
and remove the accessory plug after
use. Using the accessory plug for
prolonged periods of time with the
vehicle off could cause the battery to
discharge.
• Only use 12V electric accessories
which are less than 180 W(Watt) in
electric capacity.
• Adjust the air-conditioner or heater
to the lowest operating level when
using the power outlet.
• Close the cover when not in use.
• Some electronic devices can
cause electronic interference
when plugged into a vehicle’s
power outlet. These devices may
cause excessive audio static and
malfunctions in other electronic
systems or devices used in your
vehicle.
• Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat and the fuse may open.
• Plug in battery equipped electrical/
electronic devices with reverse
current protection. The current
from the battery may flow into the
vehicle’s electrical/electronic system
and cause system malfunction.
USB charger (if equipped)
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The USB charger is designed to recharge
batteries of small size electrical devices using a USB cable.
The electrical devices can be recharged
when the START/STOP button is in the
ACC, ON or START position.
The battery charging state may be
monitored on the electrical device.
Disconnect the USB cable from the USB
port after use. • A smart phone or a tablet PC may
get warmer during the re-charging
process. It does not indicate any
malfunction with the charging system.
• A smart phone or a tablet PC, which
adopts a different re-charging method,
may not be properly re-charged. In this
case, use an exclusive charger of your
device.
• The charging terminal is only to
recharge a device. Do not use the
charging terminal either to turn ON an
audio or to play media on the AVN.