HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 2019 Owners Manual

Driving your vehicle
Before driving.........................................................5-4Before entering the vehicle ...........................................5-4
Before starting...................................................................5-4
Engine start/stop button ......................................5-5 Illuminated Engine Start/Stop button ..........................5-6
Engine Stop/Start button positions ..............................5-7
Starting the hybrid system .............................................5-9
Automatic transmission .......................................5-12 Automatic transmission operation ..............................5-12
Parking ...............................................................................5-17
Good driving practices ...................................................5-17
Braking system.....................................................5-19 Power brakes ...................................................................5-19
Disc brakes wear indicator ...........................................5-20
Foot parking brake .........................................................5-20
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)...................................5-22
AUTO HOLD ......................................................................5-28
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....................................5-32
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)................................5-34
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM).........................5-38
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) ....................................5-39
Good braking practices..................................................5-40 Drive mode integrated control system .............5-41
Hybrid vehicle ..................................................................5-41
Plug-in hybrid vehicle....................................................5-43
Blind Spot Detection system (BSD) ..................5-45 BSD (Blind Spot Detection) /
LCA (Lane Change Assist) .............................................5-46RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ..................................5-49
Limitations of the system .............................................5-52
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .................5-53 LKAS operation ................................................................5-54
LKAS malfunction............................................................5-58
LKAS function change ...................................................5-60
Limitations of the System .............................................5-61
Driver Attention Alert system (DAA) ................5-62 System setting and activation......................................5-62
Resetting the system .....................................................5-64
System standby ...............................................................5-64
System malfunction ........................................................5-64
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) ...............5-67 System setting and activation......................................5-67
AEB warning message and system control ..............5-69
AEB front radar sensor .................................................5-72
System malfunction ........................................................5-73
Limitations of the system .............................................5-75
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Cruise control .......................................................5-79Cruise Control operation ...............................................5-79
Smart Cruise Control system..............................5-84 To adjust the sensitivity of Smart Cruise Control ..5-85
To convert to Cruise Control Mode ............................5-86
Smart Cruise Control speed ..........................................5-86
Smart Cruise Control vehicle-to-vehicle distance..5-91
SCC front radar sensor..................................................5-93
Limitations of the system .............................................5-95
Special driving conditions .................................5-100 Hazardous driving conditions ....................................5-100
Rocking the vehicle ......................................................5-100
Smooth cornering .........................................................5-101
Driving at night ..............................................................5-101
Driving in the rain .........................................................5-102
Driving in flooded areas..............................................5-102
Highway driving .............................................................5-103
Winter driving .....................................................5-104 Snow or icy conditions ................................................5-104
Winter Precautions .......................................................5-105
Vehicle load limit ................................................5-107 Tire loading information label ...................................5-108
Trailer towing .....................................................5-112

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Carbon monoxide (CO) gas is toxic. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness and death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which cannot be seen or smelled.
Do not inhale engine exhaust.
If at any time you smell engine exhaust inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately. Exposure to CO can cause
unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If
you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the
vehicle, have the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Run the engine only
long enough to start the engine and to move the vehicle out of the garage.
Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle , be sure to do so only in an
open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan control set to high so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
Keep the air intakes clear.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, keep the ventilation air intakes located in front of the windshield
clear of snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions.
If you must drive with the trunk open:
Close all windows.
Open instrument panel air vents.
Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face", and the fan control set to high.
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Before entering the vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean
and unobstructed.
Remove frost, snow, or ice.
Visually check the tires for uneven wear and damage.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Before starting
Make sure the hood, the trunk, andthe doors are securely closed and
locked.
Adjust the position of the seat and steering wheel.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Verify all the lights work.
Fasten your seatbelt. Check that all passengers have fastened their
seatbelts.
Check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel and the mes-
sages on the instrument display
when the ignition switch is in theON position.
Check that any items you are car- rying are stored properly or fas-
tened down securely.
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To reduce the risk of SERIOUS
INJURY or DEATH, take the fol-
lowing precautions:
•ALWAYS wear your seat belt.
All passengers must be prop-
erly belted whenever the vehi-
cle is moving. For more infor-
mation, refer to "Seat Belts" in
chapter 2.
Always drive defensively.
Assume other drivers or
pedestrians may be carelessand make mistakes.
Stay focused on the task of
driving. Driver distraction cancause accidents.
Leave plenty of space
between you and the vehicle
in front of you.
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NEVER drink or take drugs and
drive. Drinking or taking drugs and
driving is dangerous and mayresult in an accident and SERI-
OUS INJURY or DEATH.
Drunk driving is the number
one contributor to the highway
death toll each year. Even asmall amount of alcohol will
affect your reflexes, percep-
tions and judgment. Just one
drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions
and emergencies and your reac-
tion time gets worse with each
additional drink. Driving while under the influ-
ence of drugs is as dangerous
or more dangerous than drivingunder the influence of alcohol.(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
You are much more likely to
have a serious accident if you
drink or take drugs and drive. If
you are drinking or taking
drugs, don't drive. Do not ridewith a driver who has beendrinking or taking drugs.Choose a designated driver orcall a taxi.
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To reduce the risk of SERIOUS
INJURY or DEATH, take the fol-
lowing precautions:
NEVER allow children or any
person who is unfamiliar with
the vehicle to touch the
Engine Start/Stop button or
related parts. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement
can occur.
NEVER reach through the
steering wheel for the Engine
Start/Stop button, or any other
control, while the vehicle is in
motion. The presence of your
hand or arm in this area may
cause a loss of vehicle controlresulting in an accident.
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Illuminated Engine Start/Stop
button
Whenever the front door is opened,
the Engine Start/Stop button will illu-minate and will go off 30 secondsafter the door is closed.
OLFH057007To turn the hybrid system off in
an emergency: Press and hold the Engine
Start/Stop button for more than
two seconds OR rapidly press
and release the Engine Start/
Stop button three times (withinthree seconds).
If the vehicle is still moving, you
can restart the hybrid systemwithout depressing the brake
pedal by pressing the Engine
Start/Stop button with the shift
lever in the N (Neutral) position.
WARNING
NEVER press the Engine
Start/Stop button while the
vehicle is in motion except in
an emergency. This will result
in the hybrid system turning
off and loss of power assist
for the steering and brake
systems. This may lead to
loss of directional control and
braking function, which couldcause an accident.
Before leaving the driver’s
seat, always make sure the
shift lever is in the P (Park)
position, set the parking
brake, press the Engine
Start/Stop button to the OFF
position, and take the Smart
Key with you. Unexpected
vehicle movement may occurif these precautions are not
followed.
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Engine Stop/Start button positions
Button Position ActionNotice
OFF
To turn off the hybrid system, press the
Engine Start/Stop button with shift lever in P
(Park).
When you press the Engine Start/Stop button
without the shift lever in P (Park), the Engine
Start/Stop button does not turn to the OFF
position, but turns to the ACC position.
ACC Press the Engine Start/Stop button when
the button is in the OFF position without
depressing the brake pedal.
Electrical accessories are usable. If you leave the Engine Start/Stop button in
the ACC position for more than one hour, the
battery power will turn off automatically to
prevent the battery from discharging.

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Button Position ActionNotice
ON
Press the Engine Start/Stop button while it
is in the ACC position without depressing
the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked before
the hybrid system is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop button in
the ON position when the hybrid system is
not running to prevent the battery from dis-charging.
START
To start the hybrid system, depress the
brake pedal and press the Engine
Start/Stop button with the shift lever in the P
(Park) position. If you press the Engine Start/Stop button
without depressing the brake pedal, the
hybrid system does not start and the Engine
Start/Stop button changes as follows: OFF


ACC
ON
OFF or ACC

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Starting the hybrid system Information
 The hybrid system will start by pressing the Engine Start/Stop but-
ton, only when the smart key is in
the vehicle.
 Even when the smart key is in the vehicle, and when it is far away
from the driver, the hybrid system
may not start.
 When the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ACC or ON position, if any
door is open, the system checks for
the smart key. If the smart key is not
in the vehicle, the " " indicator
will blink and the warning "Key not
in vehicle" will come on. If all doors
are closed, the chime will also sound
for about 5 seconds. Keep the smart
key in the vehicle when in the ACC
position or if the hybrid system is
ON. 1. Always carry the smart key with
you.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park).
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5 Press the Engine Start/Stop but- ton. If the hybrid system starts, the
" " indicator will come on.i
Always wear appropriate
shoes when operating your
vehicle. Unsuitable shoes,
such as high heels, ski boots,
sandals, flip-flops, etc., may
interfere with your ability touse the brake and acceleratorpedals.
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedaldepressed.
The vehicle can move and lead to an accident.
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Information
 Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains station-
ary.
Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Steep accelerating and
decelerating should be avoided.)
 Always start the vehicle with your foot on the brake pedal. Do not
depress the accelerator while start-
ing the vehicle. Do not race the
engine while warming it up.
 If ambient temperature is low, the " " indicator may remain illumi-
nated longer than the normal amount
of time. To prevent damage to the vehicle:
If the " " indicator turns off
while you are in motion, do not
attempt to move the shift lever
to the P (Park) position.
If traffic and road conditions
permit, you may put the shift
lever in the N (Neutral) position
while the vehicle is still moving
and press the Engine Start/Stop
button in an attempt to restart
the hybrid system.
Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the hybrid system. To prevent damage to the vehicle:
Do not press the Engine Start/
Stop button for more than 10 sec-
onds except when the stop lamp
fuse is blown.
When the stop lamp fuse is blown,
you cannot normally start the
hybrid system. Replace the fuse
with a new one. If you are not able
to replace the fuse, you can start
the hybrid system by pressing
and holding the Engine Start/Stop
button for 10 seconds with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the
ACC position.
For your safety always depress
the brake pedal before starting the
hybrid system.NOTICENOTICEi