heating HYUNDAI TUCSON 2015 Owners Manual

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Safety system of your vehicle
Front seat warmers (if equipped)
While the engine is running, push
either of the switches to warm the dri-
ver's seat or front passenger's seat.
During mild weather or under condi-
tions where the operation of the seat
warmer is not needed, keep the
switches in the OFF position.Each time you push the switch, the
temperature setting of the seat is
changed as follows :
The seat warmer defaults to the OFF
position whenever the ignition switchis placed in the ON position.
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NOTICE
With the seat warmer switch in the
ON position, the heating system in
the seat turns off or on automatical-
ly depending on the seat tempera-
ture.
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NEVER place anything on the
seat that insulates against heatwhen the seat warmer is in oper-
ation, such as a blanket or seat
cushion. This may cause the
seat warmer to overheat, caus-
ing a burn or damage to the seat.
WARNING
To prevent damage to the seat
warmers and seats:
Never use a solvent such as
paint thinner, benzene, alco-
hol or gasoline to clean theseats.
Do not place heavy or sharp objects on seats equipped
with seat warmers.
CAUTION

WIPERS AND WASHERS ......................................3-87
Front windshield wipers ................................................3-87
AUTO control....................................................................3-88
Front windshield washers ............................................3-89
Rear window wiper and washer ..................................3-90
DEFROSTER ..........................................................3-91
Rear window defroster..................................................3-91
Front windshield defroster ...........................................3-92
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ............3-93
Heating and air conditioning ........................................3-94
System operation ............................................................3-99
Climate control air filter ............................................3-101 Checking the amount of
air conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant ...................................................3-101
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM.....3-102
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................3-103
Manual heating and air conditioning .......................3-104
Outside thermometer ...................................................3-109
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING ...3-112
Manual climate control system .................................3-112
Automatic climate control system ............................3-113
Defogging logic..............................................................3-114
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS .............................3-116
Center console storage ...............................................3-116
Glove box ........................................................................3-117
Sunglass holder .............................................................3-117
INTERIOR FEATURES .........................................3-118
Cigarette lighter ............................................................3-118
Ashtray ............................................................................3-118
Cup holder.......................................................................3-119
Sunvisor ...........................................................................3-119
Power outlet ...................................................................3-120
Digital clock ...................................................................3-121
Floor mat anchor(s)......................................................3-122
Luggage net....................................................................3-122
Cargo security screen..................................................3-123
ROOF RACK .........................................................3-125
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Convenient features of your vehicle
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the
approximate number of engine revo-
lutions per minute (rpm). Use the tachometer to select the cor-
rect shift points and to prevent lug-
ging and/or over-revving the engine.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
This gauge indicates the tempera-ture of the engine coolant when the
ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop
button is ON.
Do not operate the engine with-
in the tachometer's RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine
damage.
CAUTION
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If the gauge pointer moves
beyond the normal range area
toward the "H" position, it indi-
cates overheating that may
damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an
overheated engine. If your vehi-
cle overheats, refer to "If the
Engine Overheats" in chapter 6.
CAUTION
Never remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot. Theengine coolant is under pres-
sure and could severely burn.
Wait until the engine is cool
before adding coolant to the
reservoir.
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3
Engine coolanttemperature warninglight (if equipped)
The warning light illuminates if the
temperature of the engine coolant is
above 248±5.4°F (120±3°C).
Do not continue driving with an over-
heated engine. If your vehicle over-
heats, refer to “Overheating” in chap-ter 6.
✽✽ NOTICE
If the engine coolant temperature
warning light illuminates, it indi-
cates overheating that may damage
the engine.
Electric power steer- ing (EPS) systemwarning light
This indicator light comes on after
the ignition key is turned to the ONposition and then it will go out after
the engine is started. This light also comes on when the
EPS is not functioning properly. If it
comes on while driving, have your
vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
Safe stopping
The TPMS cannot alert you to
severe and sudden tire dam-
age caused by external fac-
tors.
If you feel any vehicle instabil-
ity, immediately take your foot
off the accelerator, apply the
brakes gradually and with
light force, and slowly move to
a safe position off the road.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
Heating and air conditioning
1. Start the engine.
2. Set the mode to the desired posi-tion.
To improve the effectiveness of heating and cooling; - Heating: - Cooling:
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position.
5. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
6. If air conditioning is desired, turn the air conditioning system on.
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Recirculated air position
The indicator light on the
button illuminates whenthe recirculated air posi-tion is selected.
With the recirculated air position selected, air
from the passenger com-
partment will be drawn
through the ventilationsystem and heated orcooled according to thefunction selected.
Outside (fresh) air position
The indicator light on the
button does not illumi-nates when the outside(fresh) air position isselected.
With the outside (fresh) air position selected, air
enters the vehicle fromoutside and is heated or
cooled according to thefunction selected.
✽✽ NOTICE
Prolonged operation of the heater in
the recirculated air position (with-
out air conditioning selected) may
cause fogging of the windshield and
side windows and the air within the
passenger compartment may
become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air
conditioning with the recirculated
air position selected will result in
excessively dry air in the passenger
compartment.
Continued use of the climate
control system operation in
the recirculated air position(without the air conditioning
selected) may allow humidity
to increase inside the vehicle
which may fog the glass and
obscure visibility.
Do not sleep in a vehicle with the air conditioning or heating
system on. It may cause seri-
ous injury or death due to a
drop in the oxygen level
and/or body temperature.
Continued use of the climate
control system operation in
the recirculated air position
can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness, that may cause
loss of vehicle control result-
ing in an accident. Set the air
intake control to the outside
(fresh) air position as much as
possible while driving.
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3
System operation
Ventilation
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to theoutside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
Heating
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to theoutside (fresh) air position.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn the air conditioning system on.
If the windshield fogs up, set the mode to the or position.
Operation Tips
To keep dust or unpleasant odorfrom entering the car through the
ventilation system, temporarily set
the air intake control to the recircu-
lated air position. Be sure to returnthe control to the fresh air positionwhen the unpleasant odor has
passed to keep fresh air in the
vehicle. This will help keep the driv-
er alert and comfortable.
Air for the heating/cooling system is drawn in through the grilles just
ahead of the windshield. Care
should be taken that the grille open-
ings are not blocked by leaves,
snow, ice or other obstructions.
To prevent the inside of the wind- shied from fogging, set the air intakecontrol to the fresh air position and
fan speed to the desired position,
turn on the air conditioning system,
and adjust the temperature control
to desired temperature.
Air conditioning
HYUNDAI Air Conditioning Systems
are filled with environmentally friendly
R-134a refrigerant.
1. Start the engine. Push the air con- ditioning button.
2. Set the mode to the position.
3. Set the air intake control to the out- side air or recirculated air position.
4. Adjust the fan speed control and temperature control to maintain
the desired comfort.
When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature con-
trol to the extreme left position, setthe mode control to the MAX A/C
position, then set the fan speedcontrol to the highest speed.

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✽✽NOTICE
 When using the air conditioning system, monitor the engine temper-
ature gauge closely while driving
up hills or in heavy traffic when
outside temperatures are high. Air
conditioning system operation may
cause engine overheating.
Continue to use the blower fan but
turn the air conditioning system off
if the engine temperature gauge
indicates engine overheating.
 When opening the windows in humid weather, air conditioning
may create water droplets inside
the vehicle. Since excessive water
droplets may cause damage to
electrical equipment, air condi-
tioning should only be operated
with the windows closed. Air conditioning system operation
tips
If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
To help reduce moisture inside of the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the airconditioning system.
During air conditioning system operation, you may occasionallynotice a slight change in enginespeed as the air conditioning com-
pressor cycles. This is a normal
system operation characteristic.
Use the air conditioning system every month for a few minutes to
ensure maximum system perform-
ance. When using the air conditioning
system, you may notice clear water
dripping (or even puddling) on the
ground under the passenger side
of the vehicle. This is a normal sys-
tem operation characteristic.
Operating the air conditioning sys- tem in the recirculated air position
provides maximum cooling, how-
ever, continual operation in this
mode may cause the air inside the
vehicle to become stale.
During cooling operation, you may occasionally notice a misty air flow
because of rapid cooling and
humid air intake. This is a normal
system operation characteristics.

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Climate control air filter
The climate control air filter installed
behind the glove box filters the dust or other pollutants that come into the
vehicle from the outside through the heating and air conditioning system.
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
in the filter over a period of time, the
air flow from the air vents may
decrease, resulting in moisture accu-
mulation on the inside of the wind-
shield even when the outside (fresh)
air position is selected. If this hap-
pens, have the climate control air fil-
ter replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
✽✽NOTICE
 Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
If the car is being driven in severe
conditions such as dusty or rough
roads, more frequent climate con-
trol filter inspections and changes
are required.
 When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, the system should be
checked at an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
has a negative impact on the air con-ditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation
occurs, have the system inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
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Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate control air filter Blower
Evaporatorcore Heater core
Because the refriger-
ant is at very high
pressure, the air con-ditioning system
should only be serv-
iced by trained and certified
technicians. It is important thatthe correct type and amount of
oil and refrigerant is used, oth-
erwise damage to the vehicle
and personal injury may occur.
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Convenient features of your vehicle
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Automatic heating and air con- ditioning
When using the AUTO climate con-
trol mode, the fan speeds, mode
selection, air intake control, and theair conditioning will be automaticallycontrolled according to the desired
temperature setting.
To enable this mode, perform the fol-
lowing steps:
1. Push the AUTO button.2. Set the temperature control knob
to the desired temperature.
✽✽ NOTICE
 To turn the automatic operation off, select any following buttons:
- Mode selection button
- Air conditioning button
- Front windshield defroster button
- Air intake control button
- Fan speed control knob
The selected function will be con-
trolled manually while other func-
tions operate automatically.
 For your convenience and to improve the effectiveness of the
climate control, use the AUTO
button and set the temperature to
73°F (23°C).
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