transmission HYUNDAI SONATA 2023 Owners Manual

Foreword
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, and thank you for choosing HYUNDAI. We are pleased to welcome
you to the growing number of discerning people who drive HYUNDAIs. We are very
proud of the advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each HYUNDAI
we build.
Your Owner’s Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new
HYUNDAI. To become familiar with your new HYUNDAI, so that you can fully enjoy it,
read this Owner’s Manual carefully before driving your new vehicle.
This manual contains important safety information and instructions intended to
familiarize you with your vehicle’s controls and safety features so you can safely
operate your vehicle.
This manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance safe
operation of the vehicle. It is recommended that all service and maintenance on your
car be performed by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. HYUNDAI dealers are prepared
to provide high-quality service, maintenance and any other assistance that may be
required.
This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of your vehicle, and
should be kept in the vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. The manual should stay
with the vehicle if you sell it to provide the next owner with important operating, safety
and maintenance information.
HYUNDAI AUTO CANADA
CAUTION
Severe engine and transmission damage may result from the use of poor quality
fuels and lubricants that do not meet HYUNDAI specifications. You must always use
high quality fuels and lubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 2-11 in
the Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner’s Manual.
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All trademarks and tradenames owned in Canada by HYUNDAI Auto Canada Corp.

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The actual shape may differ from the illustration.ODN8019005
1. Instrument cluster ..................................4-2
2. Driver’s front air bag .............................3-39
3. Key ignition switch/ ................................6-6
Engine Start/Stop button .......................6-9
4. Audio / Video / Navigation system * ...5-141
5. Hazard warning flasher switch ..............7-2
6. Manual climate control system/ .........5-105
Automatic climate control system ......5-114
7. Passenger’s front air bag .....................3-39
8. Glove box .............................................. 5-131
9. Transmission shift button .....................6-1310. Reverse Parking Distance Warning/
....5-82
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system button * .....................5-86
11. Surround View Monitor system button * .................................................. 5-75
12. Drive mode integrated control system *.................................... 6-45
13. AUTO HOLD .......................................... 6-34
14. Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) system button * .................................... 5-95
* : if equipped
instrumEnt PanEl ovErviEw

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volumE anD wEight
ItemsSmartstream
G1.6 T-GDi Smartstream
G2.5 GDi Smartstream
G2.5 T-GDI
Gross vehicle weight
kg (lbs.)1,975 (4,354) 2,055 (4,530)
Luggage volume (SAE) ℓ (cu ft) 453 (16)
A/T : Automatic Transmission
air ConDitioning systEm
Item Weight of Volume Classification
Refrigerant g (oz.) Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi 500±25 (17.6±0.88) R-1234yf
Smartstream G2.5 GDi 520±25 (18.3±0.88) R-1234yf
Compressor lubricant g (oz.) 80±10 (32.8±0.35) PAG (FD46XG)
Contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for more details.

Vehicle Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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rECommEnDED luBriCants anD CaPaCitiEs
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only
lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine
efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1

(drain and refill) Smartstream
G1.6 T-GDi 4.8
ℓ (5.07 US qt.)
SAE 0W-20 / API SN PLUS/SP or
ILSAC GF-6 *2
Smartstream G2.5 GDi 5.8 ℓ (6.13 US qt.)
Smartstream
G2.5 T-GDi 6.13 US qt. (5.8 ℓ)
SAE 0W-30 API SN PLUS /SP or
ILSAC GF-6 *
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Automatic transmission fluid 6.5 ℓ (6.89 US qt.) MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP IV,
NOCA ATF SP-IV, S-oil ATF SP-IV
HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV
Dual clutch
transmission fluid Gear oil
3.3~3.4 L
(3.49~3.59 U.S.qt) GS WDCTF HD G(GS CALTEX)
Control oil 2.45~2.5 L
(2.59~2.64 U.S.qt) GS WDCTF HD H(GS CALTEX)
Coolant Smartstream
G1.6 T-GDi
8.03 US qt. (7.6 ℓ)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled
water (Ethylene glycol base coolant
for aluminum radiator)
Smartstream G2.5 GDi
9.07 US qt. (8.59 ℓ)
Smartstream
G2.5 T-GDi 8.59 US qt. (8.13 ℓ)
Brake fluid *2
0.7 ~ 0.8
ℓ
(0.74 ~ 0.85 US qt.) DOT-4
Fuel 60
ℓ (15.85 US gal.)
56 ℓ (14.79 US gal.)
(for ECO package model) Refer to “Fuel requirements” in
chapter 1.
*1 : Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 12.
*2 : Requires < API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic> grade engine oil.

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Instrument Cluster ......................................................................................... 4-2
Instrument Cluster Control ...................................................................................... 4-4
Gauges and Meters .................................................................................................. 4-4
Transmission Shift Indicator .................................................................................... 4-9
Warning and Indicator Lights ................................................................................. 4-11
LCD Display Messages ............................................................................................ 4-19
LCD Display (Type A, B) ............................................................................... 4-22
LCD Display Control ............................................................................................... 4-22
LCD Display Modes ................................................................................................ 4-23
Trip Computer......................................................................................................... 4-34
LCD display (Type C) .................................................................................... 4-37
LCD Display Control ............................................................................................... 4-37
View Modes ............................................................................................................ 4-38
Utility View Mode ................................................................................................... 4-39
Option Menu ............................................................................................................ 4-41
User Settings Mode ................................................................................................ 4-42
LCD display (Type D) .................................................................................... 4-49
LCD Display Control ............................................................................................... 4-49
View Modes ........................................................................................................... 4-50
Utility View Mode ................................................................................................... 4-51
Option Menu .......................................................................................................... 4-53
User Settings Mode .............................................................................................. 4-54
4. Instrument Cluster

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Information
• If the vehicle is not on level ground or
the battery power has been interrupted, the range function may not operate
correctly.
• The range may differ from the actual driving distance as it is only an estimate
of the available driving range for the vehicle and driving conditions.
• The trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 6 liters (1.6
gallon) of fuel are added to the vehicle.
• The range may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving habits, and condition of the vehicle.
Transmission Shift Indicator (if equipped)
Dual clutch transmission shift
indicator
OTM040016
This indicator informs the current gear engaged. Dual clutch transmission shift
indicator in Manual Shift mode (if equipped)
OTM040016L
In the manual shift mode, this indicator
informs which gear is desired while
driving to save fuel. • Dual clutch transmission shift
indicator (8 speed transmission)
- Shifting up : ▲2, ▲3, ▲4, ▲5, ▲6,
▲ 7, ▲ 8
- Shifting down : ▼1, ▼ 2, ▼3, ▼4,
▼ 5, ▼6, ▼7
For example
: Indicates that shifting up to the 3rd
gear is recommended (currently the
shift lever is in the 2nd or 1st gear).
: Indicates that shifting down to the
3rd gear is recommended (currently
the shift lever is in the 4th, 5th, or
6th gear).
When the system is not working properly,
the indicator is not displayed.

Instrument Cluster
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Automatic transmission shift
indicator
„„Type A,B
OIG046112
„„Type C
ODN8A049009
„„Type D
OCN7040013
This indicator displays which shift button
position is selected.
„„Type A,B
OIK047141
„„Type C,D
ODN8A049029
Shift Indicator Pop-up
The pop-up that indicates the current
gear position is displayed in the cluster
for about 2 seconds when shifting into
other positions (P/R/N/D).
The shift indicator pop-up function can
be activated or deactivated from the
User Settings mode in the cluster LCD
display.

Instrument Cluster
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3. Door
ItemsExplanation
Auto Lock•
Disable : The auto door lock operation will be deactivated.
• Enable on Speed: All doors will be automatically locked when the
vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph).
• Enable on Shift: All doors will be automatically locked if the
automatic transmission shift button is pressed from the P (Park)
position to the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), or D (Drive) position. (Only
when the engine is running.)
Auto Unlock •
Disable : The auto door unlock operation will be canceled.
• On key out/Vehicle Off : All doors will be automatically unlocked
when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch or the
Engine Start/Stop button is set to the OFF position.
• On Shift to P: All doors will be automatically unlocked if the
automatic transmission shift button is pressed to P (Park) position.
(Only when the engine is running.)
Two Press Unlock •
Off: The two press unlock function will be deactivated. Therefore,
all doors will unlock if the door unlock button is pressed.
• On: Only the driver’s door will unlock if the door unlock button is
pressed. When the door unlock button is pressed again within 4
seconds, the remaining doors will unlock.
Horn Feedback To activate or deactivate the horn feedback.
If the horn feedback is activated, after locking the door by pressing
the lock button on the remote key, and pressing it again within 4
seconds, the horn feedback sound will operate once to indicate that
all doors are locked (if equipped with remote key).
Smart Trunk To activate or deactivate the smart trunk.
For more information, refer to “Smart trunk” in chapter 5.
4. Lights
Items
Explanation
One Touch Turn Signal•
Off: The one touch turn signal function will be deactivated.
• 3, 5, 7 Flashes: The turn signal indicator will blink 3, 5, or 7 times
when the turn signal lever is moved slightly.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
Ambient Light
Brightness (if equipped) To adjust the brightness of the ambient light.
Ambient Light Color (if equipped) To select the ambient light color.
Headlight Delay To activate or deactivate the headlamp delay function.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
High Beam Assist To activate or deactivate the High Beam Assist (HBA) function.
For more information, refer to “High Beam Assist (HBA)” in
chapter 5.

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3. Door
ItemsExplanation
Auto Lock• Disable : The auto door lock operation will be deactivated.
• Enable on Speed: All doors will be automatically locked when the
vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph).
• Enable on Shift: All doors will be automatically locked if the
automatic transmission shift button is pressed from the P (Park)
position to the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), or D (Drive) position. (Only
when the engine is running.)
Auto Unlock • Disable : The auto door unlock operation will be canceled.
• On key out/Vehicle Off : All doors will be automatically unlocked
when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch or the
Engine Start/Stop button is set to the OFF position.
• On Shift to P: All doors will be automatically unlocked if the automatic transmission shift button is pressed to P (Park) position.
(Only when the engine is running.)
Two Press Unlock • Off: The two press unlock function will be deactivated. Therefore,
all doors will unlock if the door unlock button is pressed.
• On: Only the driver’s door will unlock if the door unlock button is pressed. When the door unlock button is pressed again within 4
seconds, the remaining doors will unlock.
Horn Feedback To activate or deactivate the horn feedback.
If the horn feedback is activated, after locking the door by pressing
the lock button on the remote key, and pressing it again within 4
seconds, the horn feedback sound will operate once to indicate that
all doors are locked (if equipped with remote key).
Smart Trunk To activate or deactivate the smart trunk.
For more information, refer to “Smart trunk” in chapter 5.
4. Lights
Items
Explanation
One Touch Turn Signal• Off: The one touch turn signal function will be deactivated.
• 3, 5, 7 Flashes: The turn signal indicator will blink 3, 5, or 7 times
when the turn signal lever is moved slightly.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
Ambient Light
Brightness (if quipped) To adjust the brightness of the ambient light.
Ambient Light Color (if quipped) To select the ambient light color.
Headlight Delay To activate or deactivate the headlamp delay function.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
High Beam Assist To activate or deactivate the High Beam Assist (HBA) function.
For more information, refer to “High Beam Assist (HBA)” in chapter 5.

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3. Door
ItemsExplanation
Auto Lock• Disable : The auto door lock operation will be deactivated.
• Enable on Speed: All doors will be automatically locked when the
vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph).
• Enable on Shift: All doors will be automatically locked if the
automatic transmission shift button is pressed from the P (Park)
position to the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), or D (Drive) position. (Only
when the engine is running.)
Auto Unlock • Disable : The auto door unlock operation will be canceled.
• On key out/Vehicle Off : All doors will be automatically unlocked
when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch or the
Engine Start/Stop button is set to the OFF position.
• On Shift to P: All doors will be automatically unlocked if the automatic transmission shift button is pressed to P (Park) position.
(Only when the engine is running.)
Two Press Unlock • Off: The two press unlock function will be deactivated. Therefore,
all doors will unlock if the door unlock button is pressed.
• On: Only the driver’s door will unlock if the door unlock button is pressed. When the door unlock button is pressed again within 4
seconds, the remaining doors will unlock.
Horn Feedback To activate or deactivate the horn feedback.
If the horn feedback is activated, after locking the door by pressing
the lock button on the remote key, and pressing it again within 4
seconds, the horn feedback sound will operate once to indicate that
all doors are locked (if equipped with remote key).
Smart Trunk To activate or deactivate the smart trunk.
For more information, refer to “Smart trunk” in chapter 5.
4. Lights
Items
Explanation
One Touch Turn Signal• Off: The one touch turn signal function will be deactivated.
• 3, 5, 7 Flashes: The turn signal indicator will blink 3, 5, or 7 times
when the turn signal lever is moved slightly.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
Ambient Light
Brightness (if quipped) To adjust the brightness of the ambient light.
Ambient Light Color (if quipped) To select the ambient light color.
Headlight Delay To activate or deactivate the headlamp delay function.
For more information, refer to “Lighting” in chapter 5.
High Beam Assist To activate or deactivate the High Beam Assist (HBA) function.
For more information, refer to “High Beam Assist (HBA)” in chapter 5.