parking sensors HYUNDAI SONATA 2021 Owners Manual

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Start-up
You can start the vehicle without
inserting the key.
For information, refer to the “Engine
Start/Stop Button” section in chapter 6.
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.
Remote start
You can start the vehicle using the
Remote Start button (7) of the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
• Lock the doors by pressing the door
lock button within 32 feet (10 m)
distance from the vehicle.
• Press the remote start button for over
2 seconds within 4 seconds after
locking the doors and the hazard
warning will blink.
To turn off the remote start function, press
the remote start button once. In case of
the manual operation, the climate control
system will be maintained even when
the engine is turned OFF. However, the
automatic operation is set to 72°F (22°C).
Remote smart parking assist (RSPA)
(if equipped)
The Remote smart parking assist (RSPA)
system helps the drivers park their
vehicle by using sensors to measure
parking spaces and control the steering
wheel, gear shift and vehicle speed to
semi-automatically park the vehicle.
With the smart key, the driver can move
the vehicle forward or backward using
the rearward /forward buttons (5, 6) on
the smart key.
For information, refer to “Remote smart
parking assist (RSPA)” in this chapter.

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Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance
Assist (PCA) is a supplemental system
that can warn the driver or apply braking
force to reduce the possibility of collision
with pedestrians when the vehicle is
reversing.
WARNING
• Always look around your vehicle to
make sure there are no objects or
pedestrian before moving the vehicle
in any direction to prevent a collision.
• Do not solely rely on Reverse Parking
Collision-Avoidance Assist system.
The system might not assist the
driver leading to pedestrian injury or
vehicle damage.
• Be aware that some objects may
not be visible on the screen or be
detected by the rear ultrasonic
sensors, due to the objects’ distance,
size or material, all of which can limit
the effectiveness of the sensors.
System Setting and Operation
System setting
Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-
Reverse (PCA-R) can be activated from
the Settings menu in the LCD display or
infotainment system display by following
the procedure below.
1.

Se
t the Engine Start/Stop button to
the ON or START position.
2.

Select
‘User Settings → Driver
Assis

tance → Parking Safety → Active
Assis

t / Warning Only / Off’ in the
LCD display or infotainment system
display.
- The s

ystem is ready for operation
when ‘Active Assist’ is selected. In
the event of an imminent collision
with a pedestrian or an object, the
system warns the driver or applies
braking force to help avoid the
collision.
- The s

ystem is ready for operation
when ‘Warning Only’ is selected. In
the event of an imminent collision
with a pedestrian, the system warns
the driver but does not assist in
braking.
- The s

ystem deactivates when ‘Off’ is
selected.
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Operating conditions
Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance
Assist system enters the ready status,
when ‘Active Assist’ or ‘Warning Only’ is
selected in the AVN system screen and
the following conditions are satisfied:
• The trunk is closed
• The shift lever is in R (Reverse)
• Vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10
km/h)
• System components such as the rear
view camera and the rear ultrasonic
sensors are in normal conditions
The driver needs to select ‘Active Assist’
on the LCD display or infotainment
system display for collision-avoidance
assist.
The solid lines behind the vehicle in the
cluster LCD display indicates that the
system is ready to assist the driver.
Note that the system assists the driver
only once. The driver has to shift the gear
to R (Reverse) from another gear position
to reactivate the system.
The performance of Reverse Parking
Collision-Avoidance Assist system may
vary under certain conditions. If the
vehicle speed exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h),
the system can assist only pedestrian
collision avoidance.
As always, be careful when backing
up your vehicle and be aware of your
surroundings.
Warning and System Control
Active assist
„„Cluster LCD display
ODN8A049043
„„Infotainment system display
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• If the system detects a risk of collision
with a pedestrian or an object behind
the vehicle, the system will warn the
driver with audible warning, steering
wheel vibration, and warnings on
the cluster LCD display and the
infotainment system display.
• If the system detects imminent
collision with a pedestrian or an object
behind the vehicle, the system may
apply braking power. The driver needs
to pay attention as the brake will
release within 2 seconds. The driver
must immediately depress the brake
pedal and check surroundings.

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Warning message
„„Rear view camera
ODN8A049044
„„Rear ultrasonic sensor
ODN8A049045
Rear camera error or blockage/ Parking
sensor error or blockage
This warning message may appear when:
• The rear view camera or the ultrasonic
sensor(s) is blocked by dirt, snow, or a
foreign object.
• There is inclement weather, such as
heavy snow, rain, etc.
If any of these conditions occur, the
system may turn off automatically or not
operate properly.
When the warning message is displayed
in the cluster, make sure that the rear
view camera and the rear ultrasonic
sensors are clean.
System Malfunction
ODN8A049046
Check Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist
system
If there is a problem with Reverse Parking
Collision-Avoidance Assist system
or other related systems, a warning
message will appear and the system will
turn off automatically. Have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Limitations of the System
Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance
Assist system may not assist braking
or alert the driver under the following
conditions even if there are pedestrians
or objects.
• Any non-factory equipment or
accessories have been installed.
• The condition of the vehicle is
unstable due to an accident or other
causes.
• The height of the bumper or the
sensor installation has been modified.
• The rear view camera or the ultrasonic
sensor(s) is damaged.
• The rear view camera or the ultrasonic
sensor(s) is stained with foreign
matter, such as snow, dirt, etc.
• The rear view camera is obscured
by a light source or by bad weather
conditions, such as heavy rain, fog,
snow, etc.
• The surrounding is either too dark or
too bright.

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(if eQUippe D )
ODN8A059056[A] : Rear Sensor
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system assists the driver during reverse
movement of the vehicle by chiming if an
object is sensed within the distance of 48
in (120 cm) behind the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
that senses objects within the range and
location of the sensors, it cannot detect
objects in other areas where sensors are
not installed.
WARNING
• ALWAYS look around your vehicle to
make sure there are not any objects
or obstacles before moving the
vehicle in any direction to prevent a
collision.
• Always pay close attention when the
vehicle is driven close to objects,
particularly pedestrians, and
especially children.
• Be aware that some objects may
not be visible on the screen or be
detected by the sensors, due to the
objects distance, size or material, all
of which can limit the effectiveness
of the sensor.
Operation of Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
Operating condition
• This system will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch in
the ON position. However, if vehicle
speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h), the
system may not detect objects.
• If vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (10
km/h), the system will not warn you
even though objects are detected.
• When more than two objects are
sensed at the same time, the closest
one will be recognized first.
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Types of warning sound and indicator
Types of warning soundIndicator
When an object is 24 in to 48 in (60 cm to 120 cm) from the rear
bumper : Buzzer beeps intermittently.
When an object is 12 in to 24 in (30 cm to 60 cm) from the rear
bumper : Buzzer beeps more frequently.
When an object is within 12 in (30 cm) of the rear bumper :
Buzzer beeps continuously.
NOTICE
• The indicator may differ from the illustration depending on objects or sensors
status. If the indicator blinks, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• If the audible warning does not sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently when
shifting into R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction with Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
• Sharp or slim objects such as ropes,
chains or small poles.
• Objects, which tend to absorb sensor
frequency such as clothes, spongy
material or snow.
• Undetectable objects smaller than 40
in (100 cm) and narrower than 6 in (14
cm) in diameter.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does not
cover any accidents or damage to the
vehicle or injuries to its occupants
related to Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system. Always drive safely
and cautiously.
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning System Precautions
• Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system may not sound consistently
depending on the speed and shapes
of the objects detected.
• Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system may malfunction if the vehicle
bumper height or sensor installation
has been modified or damaged. Any
non-factory installed equipment or
accessories may also interfere with
the sensor performance.
• The sensor may not recognize objects
less than 12 in (30 cm) from the
sensor, or it may sense an incorrect
distance. Use caution.
• When the sensor is frozen or stained
with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor
may be inoperative until the stains are
removed using a soft cloth.
• Do not push, scratch or strike the
sensor with any hard objects that
could damage the surface of the
sensor. Sensor damage could occur.
• Do not spray the sensors or its
surrounding area directly with a high
pressure washer. Shock applied from
high pressure water may cause the
device to not operate normally.

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(if e
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ippe D )
ODN8A059055
ODN8059056L[A] : Front sensor, [B] : Rear sensor
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system assists the driver during
movement of the vehicle by chiming if
an object is sensed within the distance of
40 in (100 cm) in front and 48 in (120 cm)
behind the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
that senses objects within the range and
location of the sensors, it cannot detect
objects in other areas where sensors are
not installed.
WARNING
• ALWAYS look around your vehicle
to make sure there are no objects or
obstacles before moving the vehicle
in any direction to prevent a collision.
• Always pay close attention when the
vehicle is driven close to objects,
particularly pedestrians, and
especially children.
• Be aware that some objects may
not be visible on the screen or be
detected by the sensors, due to the
objects distance, size or material, all
of which can limit the effectiveness
of the sensor.
• Do not tamper with the location
or size of the license plate
discretionally.

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Distance from object in (cm) Warning indicator
Warning sound
When driving
forward When driving
rearward
24 ~ 40
(60 ~ 100) Front
-
Buzzer beeps
intermittently
24 ~ 48
(60 ~ 120) Rear
-
Buzzer beeps
intermittently
12 ~ 24
(30 ~ 60) Front
Buzzer beeps
frequently
Rear - Buzzer beeps
frequently
~ 12
(~ 30) Front
Buzzer sounds
continuously
Rear - Buzzer sounds
continuously
NOTICE
• The indicator may differ from the illustration depending on objects or sensors
status. If the indicator blinks, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• If the audible warning does not sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently when
shifting into R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction with Forward/
Reverse Parking Distance Warning system. If this occurs, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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Forward/Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
Precautions
• Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system may not sound
consistently depending on the speed
and shapes of the objects detected.
• Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system may malfunction if
the vehicle bumper height or sensor
installation has been modified or
damaged. Any non-factory installed
equipment or accessories may also
interfere with the sensor performance.
• The sensor may not recognize objects
less than 12 in (30 cm) from the
sensor, or it may sense an incorrect
distance. Use caution.
• When the sensor is frozen or stained
with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor
may be inoperative until the stains are
removed using a soft cloth.
• Do not push, scratch or strike the
sensor. Sensor damage could occur.
• Do not spray the sensors or its
surrounding area directly with a high
pressure washer. Shock applied from
high pressure water may cause the
device to not operate normally.