ignition HYUNDAI SONATA 2023 Owner's Guide

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Trunk unlocking
To unlock the trunk :
1. Press and hold the Trunk Unlock button (3) on the remote key for more than one second.
2. The hazard warning lights will blink two times and the trunk will be
unlocked.
3. Once the trunk is opened and then closed, the trunk will automatically
re-lock after 30 seconds.
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The word “HOLD” is written on the
button to inform you that you must press
and hold the button for more than one second.
Panic button (4)
Press and hold the Panic button (4) for
more than one second. The horn sounds
and hazard warning lights flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel the panic mode, press any
button on the remote key.
Start-up
For information, refer to the “Key
Ignition Switch” section in chapter 6.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the remote key: • Keep the remote key away from
water or any liquid and fire. Internal
circuits may malfunction if the inside
of the remote key gets damp (from
liquids or moisture) or if it is heated.
This can exclude the remote key from
being covered under warranty.
• Avoid dropping or throwing the
remote key.
• Protect the remote key from extreme
temperatures. Mechanical key
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If the remote key does not operate
normally, you can lock or unlock the
driver’s door by using the mechanical
key.
To unfold the mechanical key, press the
release button on the remote.
To return the key to its stored position,
press the release button and fold the key
back into the remote.
Remote key precautions
The remote key will not work if any of the
following occur: • The key is in the ignition switch.
• You exceed the operating distance
limit (about 30 m [90 feet]).
• The remote key battery is weak.
• Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
• The weather is extremely cold.
• The remote key is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the remote key.
If the remote key does not work
correctly, open and close the door
with the mechanical key. If you have a
problem with the remote key contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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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 regulation.
IC WARNING
This device complies with Industry
Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle from theft. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the ignition switch is placed in
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. Turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK/OFF position, then turn the
ignition switch to the ON position again.
In some circumstances, the vehicle may
not recognize your smart key if another
smart key device is nearby or a metal
object such as a key chain is causing
interference with the smart key.
If this occurs, your vehicle may not
start. Remove any metal objects or
additional keys near the smart key before
attempting to start the vehicle again.
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.

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Information
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210 standard.
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.
“Limp Home” Mode and Related
Procedures
If the immobilizer warning indicator
blinks for five seconds when the ignition
key is turned to the “ON” position,
this indicates the immobilizer system
requires service. The engine cannot be
started without using the procedure
below.
The following procedure describes
how to start the engine using the limp
home function (0, 1, 2, 3 as a sample
password).
NOTICE
You can get a limp home password
when the vehicle is first delivered to
you. If you do not have a password,
consult your authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
1. To activate the password, turn the ignition key “ON” and “OFF“
according to the digit numbers. The
immobilizer indicator will blink along
with the operation of the ignition
key. For example, turn the ignition
key once for digit number “1”, and
twice for “2”, and so on. For the digit
number “0”, you must cycle the
ignition key 10 times.
2. Wait for 3~10 seconds.
3. You may set the remaining number of digits by following steps 1 and 2.
4. If all of the four password digits have
been successfully entered, turn the
ignition key “ON” and check that the
immobilizer indicator illuminates.
From this time, you have to start your
engine within 30 seconds. If you try
to start your engine after 30 seconds,
your engine will not start.
NOTICE
If the engine stalls while driving in the
“limp home” mode, you can start your
engine within 3 seconds without re-
entering the password.
If the immobilizer indicator blinks for
five seconds, you must re-enter the
password (steps 1~4).
After performing the limp home
activation procedure, consult with your
authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION
• If the password is entered incorrectly
three consecutive times, wait for
about one hour to perform the limp
home activation procedure again.
• If you cannot start your engine using
the limp home activation procedure,
have your vehicle towed by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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Information
If a power door lock ever fails to function
while you are in the vehicle try one or
more of the following techniques to exit: • Operate the door unlock feature
repeatedly (both electronic and manual) while simultaneously pulling
on the door handle.
• Operate the other door locks and
handles, front and rear.
• Lower a front window and use the
mechanical key to unlock the door from outside. With the central door lock switch„„Driver’s door
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„„Front passenger’s door
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• When pressing the (
) portion (1) of
the switch, all vehicle doors will lock.
- If the key is in the ignition switch and any door is opened, the doors
will not lock even though the lock
button (1) of the central door lock
switch is pressed.
- If the smart key is in the vehicle and any door is opened, the doors
will not lock even though the lock
button (1) of the central door lock
switch is pressed.
• When pressing the (
) portion (2)
of the switch, all vehicle doors will unlock.
• Doors indicating light (3)
When all vehicle doors are locked, the
indicating lights on the driver’s door
and passenger’s door will turn on. If
any door is unlocked, it would go off.

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WARNING
• The doors should always be fully
closed and locked while the
vehicle is in motion. If the doors
are unlocked, the risk of being
thrown from the vehicle in a crash is
increased.
• Do not pull the inner door handle of
the driver’s or passenger’s door while
the vehicle is moving.
WARNING
Do not leave children or animals
unattended in your vehicle. An enclosed
vehicle can become extremely hot,
causing death or serious injury to
unattended children or animals who
cannot escape the vehicle.
Children might operate features of the
vehicle that could injure them, or they
could encounter other harm, possibly
from someone gaining entry to the
vehicle.
WARNING
Always secure your vehicle.
Leaving your vehicle unlocked increases
the potential risk to you or others from
someone hiding in your vehicle.
To secure your vehicle, while depressing
the brake, move the shift button to the
P (Park) position, engage the parking
brake, and place the ignition switch
in the LOCK/OFF position, close all
windows, lock all doors, and always
take the key with you.
CAUTION
Opening a door when something is
approaching may cause damage or
injury. Be careful when opening doors
and watch for vehicles, motorcycles,
bicycles or pedestrians approaching the
vehicle in the path of the door.
WARNING
If you stay in the vehicle for a long time
while the weather is very hot or cold,
there are risks of injuries or danger to
life. Do not lock the vehicle from the
outside when someone is in the vehicle.
WARNING
Opening a door when something is
approaching may cause damage or
injury. Be careful when opening doors
and watch for vehicles, motorcycles,
bicycles or pedestrians approaching the
vehicle in the path of the door.

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Vehicle Auto-Shut Off Function
If your parked vehicle in a garage is on
for a period of time, the engine turns
off automatically to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning.
System setting
Select ‘User Settings → Convenience →
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off’ in the LCD display.
ODN8A059340Operating conditions
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off timer activates
when the following conditions are met. •
Ignition [ON] or engine running
• Shift button is in P (Park) position
• Unfastened driver’s seat belt
• Even one of the doors opens
Deactivations • In case of selecting “Disable” for
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off in the User
Settings mode (30 min. based timer is
reset automatically if you restart.)
• Gear shift other than P
• Fastened driver’s seat belt
• Step on the brake or accelerator
System operation
At the set time on Vehicle Auto-Shut Off
timer, the engine turns off automatically.

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This system helps to protect your vehicle
and valuables. The horn will sound and
the hazard warning lights will blink
continuously if any of the following occur:
- A door is opened without using the remote key or smart key.
- The trunk is opened without using the remote key or smart key.
- The engine hood is opened.
The alarm continues for 30 seconds, then
the system resets. To turn off the alarm,
unlock the doors with the remote key or
smart key.
The Theft Alarm System automatically
sets 30 seconds after you lock the doors
and the trunk. For the system to activate,
you must lock the doors and the trunk
from outside the vehicle with the remote
key or smart key or by pressing the
button on the outside of the door handle
with the smart key in your possession.
The hazard warning lights will blink and
the chime will sound once to indicate the
system is armed.
Once the security system is set, opening
any door, the trunk, or the hood without
using the remote key or smart key will
cause the alarm to activate.
The Theft Alarm System will not set if the
hood, the trunk, or any door is not fully
closed. If the system will not set, check
the hood, the trunk, or the doors are fully closed.
Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it.
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• Do not lock the doors until all passengers have left the vehicle. If the
remaining passenger leaves the vehicle when the system is armed, the alarm will be activated.
• If the vehicle is not disarmed with the
remote key or smart key, open the doors by using the mechanical key and place the ignition switch in the
ON position (for remote key) or start
the engine (for smart key) by directly
pressing the ignition switch with the
smart key.
• If the system is disarmed by unlocking
the vehicle, but neither a door or the trunk is opened within 30 seconds, the
doors will relock and the system will
rearm automatically.
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Driver poSiTion memory SySTem (if eQUippeD)
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The Driver Position Memory System is
provided to store and recall the following
memory settings with a simple button
operation. - Driver’s seat position (Power seat)
- Side view mirror position
- Instrument panel illumination intensity
- Head Up Display (HUD) position and brightness (if equipped)
WARNING
Never attempt to operate the driver
position memory system while the
vehicle is moving.
This could result in loss of control, and
an accident causing death, serious
injury, or property damage.
Information
• If the battery is disconnected, the memory settings will be erased.
• If the Driver Position Memory System
does not operate normally, have the system checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Storing Positions into Memory
1. Shift to P (Park) while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
2. Adjust the driver’s seat position, side view mirror position, instrument panel
illumination intensity and head-up
display height/brightness to positions
comfortable for the driver.
3. Press the SET button. The system will beep once and notify you “Press
button to save settings” on the cluster
LCD display.
4. Press one of the memory buttons (1
or 2) within 4 seconds. The system will beep twice when the memory has
been successfully stored.
5. “Settings 1 (or 2) saved” will appear on the cluster LCD display.

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Recalling Positions from Memory
1. Shift to P (Park) while the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Press the desired memory button (1 or 2). The system will beep once,
and then the driver’s seat position,
side view mirror position, instrument
panel illumination intensity and
head-up display height/brightness
will automatically adjust to the stored positions.
3. “Settings 1 (or 2) applied” will appear on the cluster LCD display.
If your vehicle is equipped with
additional navigation, please refer to the
infotainment system manual separately supplied.
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• While recalling the “1” memory
position, pressing the SET or 1 button temporarily stops the adjustment of
the recalled memory position. Pressing
the 2 button recalls the “2” memory position.
• While recalling the “2” memory
position, pressing the SET or 2 button temporarily stops the adjustment of
the recalled memory position. Pressing
the 1 button recalls the “1” memory position.
• While recalling the stored positions,
pressing one of the control buttons
for the driver’s seat, side view mirror,
instrument panel illumination or head-up display will cause the movement of that component to stop and move in
the direction that the control button is
pressed.
Resetting the Driver’s Seat
Memory System
Take the following procedures to reset
the driver’s seat memory system, when it
does not operate properly.
To reset the driver’s seat memory
system
1. Place the ignition switch to the ON
position, shift to P (Park), and open
the driver’s door.
2. Operate the control switch to set the driver’s seat and seatback to the
foremost position.
3. Simultaneously press the SET button and push forward the seat movement
switch over 2 seconds.
While resetting the driver’s seat
memory system
1. It starts with the notification sound.
2. The driver’s seat and seatback is adjusted to the rearward position with
the notification sound.
3. The driver’s seat and seatback is re-adjusted to the default position
(central position) with the notification sound.
However, in the following cases, the
resetting procedure and the notification
sound may stop.
- The memory button is pressed.
- The control switch is operated.
- The gear is shifted out of P (Park) .
- The driving speed exceeds 3 km/h (2 mph).
- The driver’s door is closed.

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Electric Power Steering (EPS)
The system assists you with steering the
vehicle. If the vehicle is turned off or
if the power steering system becomes
inoperative, you may still steer the
vehicle, but it will require increased
steering effort.
Also, the steering effort becomes heavier
as the vehicle’s speed increases and
becomes lighter as the vehicle’s speed
decreases for better control of the
steering wheel.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the system
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
CAUTION
• If the Electric Power Steering System
does not operate normally, the
warning light (
) will illuminate
on the instrument cluster. You may
steer the vehicle, but it will require
increased steering efforts. Take your
vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer and have the system checked as soon as possible.
• When an abnormality is detected
in the electric power steering
system, to prevent a an accident, the
steering assist function may become
inoperative. At this time, the warning
light turns on or blinks on the cluster.
The steering wheel may become
difficult to control or operate. Have
your vehicle checked immediately,
after moving the vehicle to a safe
area.
Information
The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation: • The steering effort may be high
immediately after placing the ignition switch in the ON position. This happens as the system performs
the EPS system diagnostics. When the
diagnostics are completed, the steering
wheel effort will return to its normal condition.
• When the battery voltage is low, you
might have to put more steering effort.
However, it is a temporary condition so
that it will return to normal condition
after charging the battery.
• A click noise may be heard from the
EPS relay after the ignition switch is in
the ON or LOCK/OFF position.
• Motor noise may be heard when the
vehicle is at a stop or at a low driving speed.
• When you operate the steering wheel
in low temperatures, abnormal noise
may occur. If the temperature rises, the
noise will disappear. This is a normal condition.
• When an error is detected from the EPS, the steering effort assist function
may become inoperative in order to
prevent fatal accidents. Instrument
cluster warning lights may be on or the steering effort may be high. If these
symptoms occur, drive the vehicle to
a safe area as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the system checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
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