HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2022 Owners Manual

Convenience features
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Even though you press the outside
door handle button, the doors will not
lock and the chime will sound for three
seconds if any of the following occur:
• The Smart Key is in the vehicle.
• The Engine Start/Stop button is in
ACC or ON position.
• Any door except the liftgate is open.
CAUTION
When you leave your vehicle with
the smart key, make sure to press the
button on the front door handle or
touch the touch sensor on the front
door handle to lock the doors after
close all of the doors, the hood and the
trunk. If you do not press the button
or touch the touch sensor firmly, the
doors might not be locked so please use
caution.
WARNING
Do not leave the Smart Key in your
vehicle with unsupervised children.
Unattended children could press the
Engine Start/ Stop button and may
operate power windows or other
controls, or even make the vehicle
move, which could result in serious
injury or death.
Unlocking your vehicle
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„„Touch sensor typeTouch sensor type
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1. Make sure you have the smart key in
your possession.
2. Press the Door Unlock button (2) on
the smart key, press the button on the
front door handle or touch the door
unlock sensor inside of the front door
handle to unlock the doors.
3. All of the doors will unlock. When the
doors unlock, the hazard warning
lights will blink two times and the
chime will sound.
• The door handle button will only
operate when the smart key is
within 28~40 inches (0.7~1 m) from
the outside door handle.
• If you do not open the door after
unlocking within 30 seconds, it will
return to the lock mode.
• If you unlocked the door with the
door handle, the doors cannot be
locked with the sensor within 2
seconds.
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Opening the liftgate
To open the liftgate:
1. Make sure you have the smart key in
your possession.
2. Press either the liftgate open/close
button on the vehicle or press and
hold the liftgate open button on the
smart key for more than one second.
The hazard warning lights will blink
two times and the liftgate will open.
Remotely starting vehicle
(if equipped)
You can start the vehicle using the
Remote Start button on the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
1. Press the door lock button on the
smart key within 32 feet (10 m) from
the vehicle.
2. Press the Remote Start button for
more than 2 seconds within 4 seconds
after pressing the door lock button.
3. The hazard warning lights will blink
and the engine will start.
4. To turn off the remote start function,
press the Remote Start button once.
Information
• The vehicle must be in P (Park) for the
remote start function to start.
• The engine turns off if you get on the
vehicle without a registered smart key.
• The engine turns off if you do not get
on the vehicle within 10 minutes after
remotely starting the vehicle.
• The Remote Start button may not
operate if the smart key is not within 32
feet (10 m).
• The vehicle will not remotely start if the
engine hood or liftgate is opened.
• Do not idle the engine for a long period.
Remotely moving vehicle forward or
reverse (if equipped)
With the smart key, the driver can move
the vehicle forward or reverse using the
Forward or Reverse button on the smart
key.
For more details, refer to “Remote
Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)” section in
chapter 7.
Panic alarm
The horn sounds and the hazard warning
lights blink for about 30 seconds if this
button is pressed for more than 0.5
seconds. To stop the horn and lights,
press any button on the transmitter.
Start-up
You can start the vehicle without
inserting the key.
For more details, refer to the “Engine
Start/Stop Button” section in chapter 6.
Information
If the smart key is not moved for some
time, the detection function for smart key
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to
activate the detection again.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the smart key:
• Keep the smart key in a cool,
dry place to avoid damage or
malfunction. Exposure to moisture
or high temperature may cause
the internal circuit of the smart key
to malfunction which may not be
covered under warranty.
• Avoid dropping or throwing the
smart key.
• Protect the smart key from extreme
temperatures.
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Mechanical key
If the Smart Key does not operate
normally, you can lock or unlock the
driver’s door by using the mechanical
key.
To remove the mechanical key from the
smart key FOB:
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Press and hold the release button (1) and
remove the mechanical key (2). Insert the
mechanical key into the key hole on the
door.
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the
key into the hole and push it until a click
sound is heard.
Loss of a smart key
A maximum of two smart keys can
be registered to a single vehicle. If
you happen to lose your smart key,
it is recommended that you should
immediately take the vehicle and
remaining key to your authorized
HYUNDAI dealer or tow the vehicle, if
necessary.
Smart key precautions
The smart key may not work if any of the
following occur:
• The smart key is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the transmitter.
• The smart key is near a mobile two
way radio system or a mobile phone.
• Another vehicle’s smart key is being
operated close to your vehicle.
If the smart key does not work correctly,
open and close the door with the
mechanical key. If you have a problem
with the smart key, it is recommended to
contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
If the smart key is in close proximity to
your mobile phone, the signal could be
blocked by your mobile phone’s normal
operational signals. This is specifically
relevant when the phone is active such
as making and receiving calls, text
messaging, and/or sending/receiving
emails. When possible, avoid keeping the
smart key and your mobile phone in the
same location such as a pants or jacket
pocket in order to avoid interference
between the two devices.
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Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.
NOTICE
• Keep the smart key away from
electromagnetic materials that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the
key surface.
• Always have the smart key with
you when leaving the vehicle. If the
smart key is left near the vehicle, the
vehicle battery may be discharged.
Battery replacement
If the Smart Key is not working properly,
try replacing the battery with a new one.
Battery Type: CR2032
To replace the battery:
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If the Smart Key is not working properly,
try replacing the battery with a new one.
Remove the smart key cover by turning
the screwdriver clockwise by inserting
the screwdriver (-) into the hole.
Battery Type: CR2032
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the mechanical key.
2. Use a slim tool to pry open the rear
cover of the smart key.
3. Remove the old battery and insert the
new battery. Make sure the battery
position is correct.
4. Reinstall the rear cover of the smart
key.
If you suspect your smart key might have
sustained some damage, or you feel
your smart key is not working correctly,
it is recommended that you contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Information
An inappropriately disposed
battery can be harmful to
the environment and human
health. Dispose of the battery
according to your local law(s) or
regulations.
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Immobilizer system
The immobilizer system helps protect
your vehicle from theft. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the Engine Start/Stop button
is pressed to the ON position, the
immobilizer system indicator should
come on briefly, then go off. If the
indicator starts to blink, the system does
not recognize the coding of the key.
Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the OFF position, then press the Engine
Start/Stop button to the ON position
again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (for example,
key chain) is near the key. The engine
may not start because the metal may
interrupt the transponder signal from
transmitting normally.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of the key, it is
recommended that you contact your
HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable. WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
immobilizer password is a customer
unique password and should be kept
confidential.
NOTICE
The transponder in your key is an
important part of the immobilizer
system. It is designed to give years
of trouble-free service, however you
should avoid exposure to moisture,
static electricity and rough handling.
Immobilizer system malfunction could
occur.
Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.
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Hyundai Digital Key
Digital Key Application
To use Hyundai Digital Key mobile app,
you should install Hyundai digital key
application. Search ‘Hyundai digital key’
in the Google Play Store and download
the app. Please refer to the detailed
manual of the digital key app. The option
can be found under the following app
menu:
Menu
Ÿ Application Info
Ÿ Tutorial
Please note the manual before using the
app.
ÃThis service is only available for
Android smartphones. Please confirm
supported/compatible devices on our
website.
WARNING
For used vehicle
If any of the digital key (smartphone key
or card key) is already registered when
you press ON button after unlocking the
doors, the message ‘Digital key(s) active’
appears on the instrument cluster once.
If you buy a used vehicle, you should
confirm the message and delete the
registered smartphone key and card key.
In addition, please notify the Hyundai
Customer Care Center.
If the card key does not work properly,
please delete the card key and register
the smartphone key and re-register the
card key.
For vehicle maintenance
If you need to have your Digital Key
System repaired or replaced please
ensure you Smartphone Key is still active.
You may have to pair your phone again.
In the case, re-initialize your Digital Keys
using the Hyundai Digital Key mobile app.
Digital key (smartphone) NFC
function
You can use the Digital Key NFC (Near
Field Communication) function after turn
your smartphone NFC settings on. And
you should unlock & turn on smartphone
screen to use it.
ÃTo change the NFC mode of the
smartphone, please refer to the
smartphone manual or contact
to the customer service center of
smartphone manufacturers.
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Digital key (smartphone)
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Hyundai Digital Key (Smartphone)
Pairing
1. Turn the vehicle on with the Smart key
and make sure to keep the smart key
inside the vehicle during digital key
registration.
2. Register your Digital key from the
vehicle user setting menu as follows.
ÃWith Navigation screen :
From the infotainment screen menu,
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] then select the
[Save] from submenu.
ÃWithout navigation screen :
From cluster menu, go to [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] and select [Save].
Information
The [Save] button will be disabled if the
digital key (Smartphone key) is already
saved.
Please refer to “Digital Key Delete” in this
manual and follow the digital key delete
procedure in your car before Digital key
save.
Please refer to the ‘Tutorial’ on your
Digital key app and delete the previous
saved key in your smartphone before save.
3. Select the vehicle to save on your
Digital key application and activate
the save mode.
ÃSave mode is available only on
the vehicle owner’s Digital key
application.
4. Place the backside of smartphone
onto the wireless charging pad(in-
vehicle authentication pad).
The saving process will begin
automatically.
5. Once the digital key save is complete,
a message will be shown on the
infotainment screen or cluster.
6. Remove the smartphone from the pad
and complete the saving process.
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[A] : Indicator light
[B] : Wireless Charging Pad
(In-vehicle Authentication Pad)
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Hyundai Digital Key (Smartphone Key)
Deletion
1. Turn the vehicle on with the Smart
key and make sure to keep the smart
key inside the vehicle during delete
process.
2. Delete your Digital key from the
vehicle user setting menu as follows.
ÃWith Navigation screen :
From the infotainment screen menu,
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key]
- [Smart Phone Key] then select the
[Delete] from submenu.
ÃWithout navigation screen :
From cluster menu, go to [Digital
Key] - [Smart Phone Key] and select
[Delete].
Information
The [Delete] button will be disabled if there
is no digital key (Smartphone key) saved.3. Once the digital key delete is
complete, a message will be shown
on the infotainment screen or cluster.
4. Go to [Initialize Digital Key] menu on
the digital key application and select
the vehicle to delete the digital key
information.
• Open the Hyundai Digital Key app
Ÿ
Menu
Ÿ Initialize Digital Key
ÃIf the saved digital key information
in your car is deleted due to vehicle
maintenance, the digital key in your
smartphone should be deleted as well.
ÃFor more information, please refer to
the ‘Tutorial’ on your Digital key app.
CAUTION
• If the smartphone is removed
from the interior authentication
pad during enrollment, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If the infotainment or instrument
cluster screen is changed during
enrollment, the saving process will
be cancelled.
• If the vehicle is turned off during
enrollment, the saving process will
be cancelled.
• If the gear is shifted, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If you try to save the smartphone
which is not logged in with the
vehicle owner’s ID or if you try to
save the Card key, the saving process
will not begin.
• If the NFC setting on your
smartphone is off, the saving process
will not begin.
• If the smartphone screen is changed
to off or locked status, the saving
process will be cancelled.
• If there is no Smart key during the
save process, the saving process will
not begin.
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Set up main vehicle
You can manage multiple digital keys
from the Digital key app. From the list of
digital keys you own, select the vehicle
you want to make your priority vehicle.
For more information, please refer to
the ‘Tutorial’ on your Digital key app.
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[1] : Door handle authentication pad
NFC door lock/unlock
You should contact your smartphone’s
NFC antenna(backside of phone) to door
handle authentication pad (1) marked
position near by the lock button) of
driver’s (or front passenger’s) outside
door for 2 seconds to lock or unlock the
doors. If the Two Press Unlock feature
is applied (press twice for unlocking),
driver’s seat door will be unlocked by
contacting the digital key (smartphone
key). In this state, if you contact one
more time within 4 seconds, all the doors
unlock. Please make sure the doors are
locked. If you do not open any of the
doors after unlocking, it automatically
re-lock after 30 seconds.
Note that you cannot lock your vehicle
when you contact NFC antenna in the
smartphone to the door handle pad if
any of the following occurs:
• The Proximity / Smart Key is in the
vehicle.
• The Engine Start/Stop button is in
ACC or ON position.
• Any of the doors, hood and trunk is
opened.
If the smartphone digital key does not
work, please remove the smartphone
more than 4 inches (0.1 m) from the door
handle authentication pad and try it
again.
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After unlock the door or start up the
vehicle with digital key, even though
the driver tries to lock the doors by the
central door lock switch, the door lock
will be once locked and immediately
released at the moment of door closed.
Start-up with Digital Key
1. After placing your registered
smartphone onto the interior
authentication pad (wireless charger),
step on the brake and press the
Engine Start/Stop button.
2. After start-up, the digital key data
will be automatically updated. It
takes 5 to 20 seconds, after that,
the smartphone can be go into the
wireless charging mode automatically.
Once the engine started, you can
remove the smartphone from the pad.
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[A] : Indicator light
[B] : Wireless Charging Pad
(In-vehicle Authentication Pad)
Information
After reconnecting the vehicle battery
power supply or charging the battery, it
may take time to operate due to remote
renewal of security information. When you
lock or unlock the door with NFC, please
contact and hold your smartphone on the
door handle until it works. The solution allows for offline mode usage
when the mobile data connection of the
smartphone is weak. When you are in the
place where the mobile data connection
of your smartphone is available and
place your smartphone on the interior
authentication pad (wireless charger) and
start up your vehicle or contact the digital
key on the door handle to lock or unlock
the door, the remote renewal of security
information starts automatically. Even
though the engine is turned on, please
wait until the remote renewal process
is completed and wireless charger is
converted to charging mode.
CAUTION
The engine can be turned on if the
registered smartphone or card key is
placed on the interior authentication
pad (wireless charger). Do not leave
unsupervised children or people who
are not aware of the system since it
can result in serious injury or death.
Always have the registered digital key
(smartphone) or card key with you to
prevent vehicle theft when leaving the
vehicle.
For more information, refer to the
Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 6.

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