light HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

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Foreword ......................................................................\
...................................... 1-2
Hyundai Motor America ........................................................................\
............ 1-2
Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts ...................................................................\
... 1-3
How to use this Manual ........................................................................\
............. 1-4
Safety Messages ........................................................................\
........................ 1-4
Fuel Requirements ........................................................................\
..................... 1-5
Vehicle Modifications ........................................................................\
................ 1-7
Vehicle Break-in Process ........................................................................\
........... 1-7
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ........................................ 1-8
HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) System .............................................................. 1-9
Driving the Hybrid Vehicle ........................................................................\
...... 1-10
Starting the Vehicle ........................................................................\
............................. 1-10
Special Features ........................................................................\
.................................. 1-10
Hybrid System Gauge ........................................................................\
......................... 1-12
Warning and Indicator Lights ........................................................................\
............. 1-13
LCD Display Messages ........................................................................\
........................ 1-14
Energy Flow ........................................................................\
......................................... 1-17
Safety Precautions for Hybrid System ............................................................ 1-20Hybrid Vehicle Components ........................................................................\
............. 1-20
Service Interlock Connector ........................................................................\
...............1-22
Hybrid Battery Cooling Duct ........................................................................\
..............1-23
If an Accident Occurs ........................................................................\
..........................1-23
When the Hybrid Vehicle Shuts Off ........................................................................\
...1-24
1. Foreword / Hybrid System Overview

Foreword / Hybrid System Overview1-10
Starting the Vehicle
Vehicles with smart key system
1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3. Make sure the shift button is in P (Park). With the shift button in N
(Neutral), you cannot start the vehicle.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button. If the hybrid system starts, the “
”
indicator will come on.
Whether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without depressing
the accelerator.
After following the start procedures,
“
” indicator on the instrument
cluster will turn on. For more details,
please check chapter 6.
ECONOMICAL and SAFE OPERATION of
Hybrid system

[ Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a
moderate rate and maintain a steady
cruising speed. Do not make “jack-
rabbit” starts. Do not race between
stoplights.
Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible.
Always maintain a safe distance
from other vehicles so you can
avoid unnecessary braking. This also
reduces brake wear out.

[ The regenerative brake generates
energy when the vehicle decelerates.

[ When the hybrid battery power is
low, the hybrid system automatically
recharges the hybrid battery.

[ When the engine is running with the
shift button in N (Neutral), the hybrid
system cannot generate electricity.
The hybrid battery cannot recharge
with the shift button in N (Neutral).
Information
In the hybrid system, the engine
automatically runs and stops. When
the hybrid system operates, the “
”
indicator is illuminated.
In the following situation, the engine may
operate automatically.
- When the engine is ready to run
- When the hybrid battery is being
charged
- Depending on the temperature
condition of the hybrid battery
Special Features
Hybrid vehicles sound different than
gasoline engine vehicles. When the
hybrid system operates, you may
hear a sound from the hybrid battery
system under the floor. If you apply
the accelerator pedal rapidly, you may
hear an unconventional sound. When
you apply the brake pedal, you may
hear a sound from the regenerative
brake system. When the hybrid system
is turned off or on, you may hear a
sound in the engine compartment. If
you depress the brake pedal repeatedly
when the hybrid system is turned on,
you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment. None of these sounds
indicate a problem. These are normal
characteristics of hybrid vehicles.
If any of following occur, it’s a normal
condition if you hear a motor sound in
the engine compartment:
- After turning off the hybrid system, the brake pedal is released.
- When the hybrid system is turned off, the brake pedal is applied.
- When the driver door is opened.
DRIVING THE HYBRID VEHICLE

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1-13
Warning and Indicator Lights
Ready indicator
This indicator illuminates:
When the vehicle is ready to be driven. -
ON : Normal driving is possible.
- OFF : Normal driving is not possible, or a problem has occurred.
- Blinking : Emergency driving.
When the ready indicator goes OFF
or blinks, there is a problem with the
system. If this occurs, you have your
vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
EV mode indicator
This indicator illuminates:
When the vehicle is driven by the electric
mo
tor.
- “EV” indicator ON : Vehicle is driven using the electric motor or the
gasoline engine is stopped.
- “EV” indicator OFF : Vehicle is driven using the gasoline engine.
Service warning light
This warning light illuminates:

[ When y
ou set the ignition switch or
the Engine Start/Stop button to the
ON position.

- The service warning light illuminates
for approximately 3 seconds and
then turns off when all checks have
been performed.

[ When there is a problem with the
hybrid vehicle control system or
hardware.
When the warning light illuminates
while driving, or does not go OFF after
starting the vehicle, you have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Regenerative brake warning
light
This warning light illuminates:
When the regenerative brake does not
oper
ate and the brake does not perform
well. This causes the Brake Warning
light (red) and Regenerative Brake
Warning Light (yellow) to illuminate
simultaneously.
If this occurs, drive safely and have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer. The operation of the
brake pedal may be more difficult than
normal and the braking distance may
increase.

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Vehicle Information, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
1. Lighting control lever ........................... 5-83
2. Wiper and washer control lever........... 5-94
3. Voice recognition button .................... 5-130
4. Bluetooth® hands-free
phone button ........................................ 5-131 5. LCD display control .............................. 4-29
6. Driving Assist button ............................ 7-66
7. Vehicle Distance button ....................... 7-66
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2-9
Light bulbBulb type Wattage
Front T
ype A
Headlamp
High LED LED
Low LED LED
Daytime running lamp (DRL) /
position lamp LED LED
Turn signal lamp PY27W 27
Side marker lamp LED LED
Type B Headlamp
High LED LED
Low LED LED
Low beam assist LED LED
Daytime running lamp (DRL) /
position lamp LED LED
Turn signal lamp (Outside mirror) LED LED
Turn signal lamp (Outside mirror) LED LED
Rear Type A
Tail lamp W5W 5
Tail/Stop lamp P21/5W 5/21
Turn signal lamp P28/8W 28
Side marker lamp W5W 5
Type B Tail lamp LED LED
Stop lamp LED LED
Turn signal lamp LED LED
Side marker lamp LED LED
Reverse lamp W16W 16
License plate lamp W5W 5
High mounted stop lamp LED LED
Interior Map lamp
Type A W10W 10
Type B LED LED
Room lamp FESTOON 10
Personnal lamp LED LED
Glove box lamp W5W 5
Sunvisor lamp FESTOON 5
Luggage compartment lamp FESTOON 10
BULB WATTAGE

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3. Seats & Safety System
Important Safety Precautions ........................................................................\
...3-2Always Wear Your Seat Belt ........................................................................\
................. 3-2
Restrain All Children ........................................................................\
............................. 3-2
Air Bag Hazards ........................................................................\
.................................... 3-2
Driver Distraction ........................................................................\
................................. 3-2
Control Your Speed ........................................................................\
.............................. 3-2
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition ........................................................................\
... 3-2
Seats .....................................................................\
............................................. 3-3Safety Precautions ........................................................................\
...............................3-4
Front Seats ........................................................................\
............................................ 3-5
Rear Seats ........................................................................\
............................................ 3-11
Head Restraint ........................................................................\
.....................................3-1 5
Seat Warmers ........................................................................\
..................................... 3-19
Air Ventilation Seat ........................................................................\
..............................3-21
Seat Belts ........................................................................\
................................. 3-23Seat Belt Safety Precautions ........................................................................\
............. 3-23
Seat Belt Warning Light ........................................................................\
..................... 3-24
Seat Belt Restraint System .....................................................................\
................... 3-25
Additional Seat Belt Safety Precautions ...................................................................3-30
Care of Seat Belts ........................................................................\
............................... 3-32
Child Restraint System (CRS) ........................................................................\
. 3-33Our Recommendation: Children Always in the Rear ............................................... 3-33
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS) .................................................................3-34
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) .................................................................3-36
Air bag - Supplemental Restraint System ..................................................... 3-44Where Are the Air Bags? ........................................................................\
................... 3-46
How Does the Air Bags System Operate? ................................................................ 3-50
What to Expect after an Air Bag Inflates ...................................................................3-53
Occupant Classification System (OCS) .....................................................................3-54
Why Didn’t My Sir Bag Go Off in a Collision? .......................................................... 3-60
SRS Care ........................................................................\
.............................................3-65
Additional Safety Precautions ........................................................................\
.......... 3-66
Air Bag Warning Labels ........................................................................\
..................... 3-66
This chapter provides you with important information about how to protect yourself and your
passengers. It explains how to properly use your seats and seat belts, and how your air bags work.
Additionally, this chapter explains how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle.

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3-5
Front Seats
WARNING
Take the following precautions when
adjusting your seat:

[NEVER attempt to adjust the seat
while the vehicle is moving. The seat
could respond with unexpected
movement and may cause loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.

[ Do not place anything under the
front seats. Loose objects in the
driver’s foot area could interfere
with the operation of the foot pedals,
causing an accident.

[ Do not allow anything to interfere
with the normal position and proper
locking of the seatback.

[ Do not place a cigarette lighter on
the floor or seat. When you operate
the seat, gas may exit out of the
lighter causing a fire.

[ Use extreme caution when picking
up small objects trapped under the
seats or between the seat and the
center console. Your hands might be
cut or injured by the sharp edges of
the seat mechanism.

[ If there are occupants in the rear
seats, be careful while adjusting the
front seat position.

[ Make sure that the seat is locked in
place after the adjustment. If not,
the seat might move unexpectedly
resulting in an accident.
CAUTION
To prevent injury:

[Do not adjust your seat while
wearing your seat belt. Moving the
seat cushion forward may cause
strong pressure on your abdomen.

[ Do not allow your hands or fingers to
get caught in the seat mechanisms
while the seat is moving.

Seats & Safety System3-6
Manual adjustment
OTM030038
Forward and rearward adjustment
To move the seat forward or rearward:
1.
Pull up the seat slide adjustment lever
and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place. Move forward
and rearward without using the lever.
If the seat moves, it is not locked
properly.
OTM030039
Seatback angle
To recline the seatback:
1.

Lean forward slightly and lift up the
seatback lever.
2. Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback to the position
you desire.
3. Release the knob and make sure the seatback is locked in place.
Reclining seatback
Sitting in a reclined position when the
vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Even when buckled up, the protections
of your restraint system (seat belts
and/or air bags) is greatly reduced by
reclining your seatback.

Seats & Safety System3-24
Seat Belt Warning Light
Driver’s seat belt warning
„Instrument cluster
OTM030004
As a reminder to the driver, the seat
belt warning light will illuminate for
approximately 6 seconds each time the
ignition is ON position regardless of belt
fastening. At this time, if the seat belt is
not fastened a warning chime will sound
for 6 seconds.
If you continue not to fasten the seat belt
and you drive over 6 mph (9 km/h), the
warning light will stay illuminated.
If you continue not to fasten the seat belt
and you drive over 12 mph (20 km/h),
the seat belt warning chime will sound
for approximately 100 seconds and the
corresponding warning light will blink.
If you unfasten the seat belt while driving
under 12 mph (20 km/h), the seat belt
warning light will illuminate until the seat
belt is fastened.
If you unfasten the seat belt while
driving over 12 mph (20 km/h), the
seat belt warning chime will sound for
approximately 100 seconds and the
corresponding warning light will blink.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning
As a reminder to the front passenger,
the front passenger’s seat belt warning
lights will illuminate for approximately 6
seconds each time you place the ignition
switch to the ON position regardless of
belt fastening.
If you continue not to fasten the seat belt
and you drive over 12 mph (20 km/h),
the seat belt warning chime will sound
for approximately 100 seconds and the
corresponding warning light will blink.
If you unfasten the seat belt while driving
under 12 mph (20 km/h), the seat belt
warning light will illuminate until the seat
belt is fastened.
If you unfasten the seat belt while
driving over 12 mph (20 km/h), the
seat belt warning chime will sound for
approximately 100 seconds and the
corresponding warning light will blink.
WARNING
Riding in an improper position
adversely affects the front passenger’s
seat belt warning system. It is important
for the driver to instruct the passenger
to properly be seated as instructed in
this manual.
Information

[ Although the front passenger seat is not
occupied, the seat belt warning light
will blink or illuminate for 6 seconds.

[ The front passenger’s seat belt warning
may operate when luggage is placed on
the front passenger seat.

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OLMB033040
The Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt System
consists mainly of the following
components. Their locations are shown
in the illustration above:
(1) SRS air bag warning light
(2) Retractor pre-tensioner
(3) SRS control module
(4) Emergency fastening device
NOTICE
The sensor that activates the SRS
control module is connected with the
pre–tensioner seat belts. The SRS air
bag warning light on the instrument
cluster will illuminate for approximately
3~6 seconds after the Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ON position, and then it
should turn off.
If the pre-tensioner is not working
properly, the warning light will
illuminate even if the SRS air bag is not
malfunctioning. If the warning light
does not illuminate, stays illuminated
or illuminates when the vehicle is
being driven, the pre-tensioner seat
belts and/or SRS control module be
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer as soon as possible.
Information

[Pre-tensioner seat belts may be
activated in certain frontal or side
collisions or rollover situations (if
equipped with rollover sensor).

[ When the pre-tensioner seat belts are
activated, a loud noise may be heard
and fine dust, which may appear to be
smoke, may be visible in the passenger
compartment. These are normal
operating conditions and are not
hazardous.

[ Although it is non-toxic, the fine dust
may cause skin irritation and should
not be inhaled for prolonged periods.
Wash all exposed skin areas thoroughly
after an accident in which the pre-
tensioner seat belts were activated.