climate settings HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

Seats & Safety System3-20

[ Auto Comfort Control (for driver’s
seat) (if equipped)
- The seat warmer automatically controls the seat temperature
depending on the ambient
temperature and the set climate
control temperature when the
engine is running. If the seat
warmer switch is pushed, the seat
warmer will have to be controlled
manually.
To use this function, it must be
activated from the Settings menu in
the infotainment system screen.
- The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition
switch is ON. However, if the Auto
Comfort Control function is ON, the
driver’s seat warmer will turn on
and off depending on the ambient
temperature and the set climate
control temperature.
For more details, refer to the separately
supplied Infotainment manual with
your vehicle.
Information
With the seat warmer switch in the ON
position, the heating system in the seat
turns off or on automatically depending on
the seat temperature.
Air Ventilation Seat (if equipped)
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The air ventilation seats are provided
to cool the front seats by blowing air
through small vent holes on the surface
of the seat cushions and seatbacks.
When the operation of the air ventilation
seat is not needed, keep the switches in
the OFF position.
While the engine is running, push the
switch to cool the driver's seat or the
front passenger's seat (if equipped).
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the air ventilation
seats:

[ Never use a solvent such as paint
thinner, benzene, alcohol or gasoline
to clean the seats.

[ Avoid spilling liquids on the surface
of the front seats and seatbacks; this
may cause the air vent holes to block
and not work properly.

[ Do not place materials such as
plastic bags or newspapers under
the seats. They may block the air
intake causing the malfunction of the
air vent.

[ Do not change the seat covers. It may
damage the air ventilation seat.

[ If the air vents do not operate, restart
the vehicle. If there is no change,
Have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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[Each time you push the switch, the
airflow changes as follows:
OFF
LOW ( )HIGH ( )
MEDIUM ( )

[ When pressing the switch for
more than 1.5 seconds with the
air ventilation seat operating, the
operation will turn OFF.

[ The air ventilation seat defaults to the
OFF position whenever the ignition
switch is placed to the ON position.

[ Auto Comfort Control (for driver’s
seat) (if equipped)

- The air ventilation seat
automatically controls the seat
temperature depending on the
ambient temperature and the set
climate control temperature when
the engine is running. If the air
ventilation seat switch is pushed,
the air ventilation seat will have to
be controlled manually.
To use this function, it must be
activated from the Settings menu in
the infotainment system screen.

- The air ventilation seat defaults
to the OFF position whenever the
ignition switch is ON. However, if
the Auto Comfort Control function
is ON, the air ventilation seat will
turn on and off depending on the
ambient temperature and the set
climate control temperature.
For more details, refer to the separately
supplied Infotainment manual with
your vehicle.

Instrument Cluster4-58
ONX4E040028
Vehicle Settings in the infotainment
system provides user options for a
variety of settings including door lock/
unlock features, convenience features,
driver assistance settings, etc.
Vehicle Settings menu - Driver Assistance

-ECO
- Cluster
- Climate
- Seat

- Lights
- Door
- Convenience
The information provided may differ
depending on which functions are
applicable to your vehicle.
WARNING
Do not operate the Vehicle Settings
while driving. This may cause
distraction resulting in an accident.
Setting Your Vehicle
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1. Press the SETUP button on the main keyboard.
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2. Select ‘Vehicle’ to change the Vehicle Settings.
Information
The infotainment system may change after
software updates. For more information,
refer to the user's manual provided in
the infotainment system and the quick
reference guide.
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5
Exterior Features ........................................................................\
..................... 5-66Hood ....................................................................\
....................................................... 5-66
Liftgate ......................................................................\
................................................ .. 5-67
Power Liftgate ........................................................................\
................................... 5-69
Smart Liftgate ........................................................................\
..................................... 5-75
Fuel Filler Door (Hybrid vehicle) ........................................................................\
........ 5-77
Fuel Filler Door (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) ................................................................... 5-79
Lighting ...............................................................\
............................................. 5-84Exterior Lights ........................................................................\
................................... 5-84
High Beam Assist (HBA) ........................................................................\
......... 5-88High Beam Assist Settings ........................................................................\
................ 5-88
High Beam Assist Operation ........................................................................\
............. 5-89
High Beam Assist Malfunction and Limitations ...................................................... 5-90
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
........................... 5-91Interior Lamp AUTO OFF ........................................................................\
.................... 5-91
Front lamps ........................................................................\
......................................... 5-91
Rear Lamps ........................................................................\
.........................................5-92
Vanity Mirror Lamp ........................................................................\
.............................5-92
Glove Box Lamp ........................................................................\
.................................5-93
Luggage Compartment Lamp ........................................................................\
...........5-93
Welcome System ........................................................................\
............................... 5-94
Wipers and Washers ........................................................................\
............... 5-95Windshield Wipers ........................................................................\
.............................5-95
Front Windshield Washers ........................................................................\
................. 5-97
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ........................................................................\
..... 5-98
Automatic Climate Control System ............................................................... 5-99Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning ............................................................... 5-100
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning ..................................................................... 5-101
Multi Air Mode ........................................................................\
.................................. 5-108
System Operation ........................................................................\
............................. 5-109
System Maintenance ........................................................................\
......................... 5-111
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging ..........................................................5-113Automatic Climate Control System......................................................................\
.... 5-113
Auto Defogging System on Models with Automatic Temperature Control ........... 5-114
Rear Window Defroster........................................................................\
..................... 5-115

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Climate Control Additional Features .............................................................5-116A/C Automatic Drying ........................................................................\
....................... 5-116
Auto Defogging System on Models with Automatic Temperature Control ........... 5-116
Auto Dehumidify ........................................................................\
............................... 5-117
Recirculating Air when Washer Fluid is Used .......................................................... 5-118
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation ........................................................................\
....... 5-118
Automatic Controls for the Driver Based on Climate Control System Settings .... 5-118
Storage Compartment ........................................................................\
............5-119Center Console Storage ........................................................................\
.................... 5-119
Glove Box ........................................................................\
........................................... 5-119
Luggage Tray ........................................................................\
..................................... 5-119
Interior Features ........................................................................\
..................... 5-120Cup Holder ........................................................................\
........................................ 5-120
Sunvisor ..................................................................\
................................................... 5-121
Power Outlet ........................................................................\
...................................... 5-121
USB Charger ........................................................................\
......................................5-122
Wireless Smart Phone Charging System .................................................................5-123
Clock ..................................................................\
....................................................... 5-126
Coat Hook ........................................................................\
......................................... 5-126
Floor Mat Anchor(s) ........................................................................\
........................... 5-127
Luggage Net Holder ........................................................................\
.......................... 5-127
Cargo Security Screen ........................................................................\
..................... 5-128
Exterior Features ........................................................................\
....................5-130Roof Side Rails ........................................................................\
.................................. 5-130
Infotainment System ........................................................................\
..............5-131USB Port ........................................................................\
............................................. 5-131
Antenna ...................................................................\
...................................................5 -132
Steering Wheel Remote Controls ........................................................................\
.....5-132
Infotainment System ........................................................................\
........................ 5-133
Voice Recognition ........................................................................\
............................ 5-133
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology ........................................................................\
..... 5-134
5. Convenience Features

Convenience Features5-18
CAUTION
• If metallic window tint was applied
to your vehicle, it may cause
bad Bluetooth connection or
performance degradation of the
digital key.
• If multiple users operate the remote
control function simultaneously, the
connection between the digital key
and the vehicle might result in failed
commands. Please connect and
operate the remote control function
only the necessary user.
• When using the remote control
operation, the driver (the remote
control user) should leave the vehicle
after confirming the door lock (the
chime sounds once and the hazard
warning lights blink).
• The remote functions of the Digital
Key app enables the vehicle to be
controlled from a set distance. If
the digital key or the vehicle goes
beyond the operable distance, the
remote control function might be
disconnected or cancelled.
• If the digital key (smartphone) is
connected with the vehicle for the
remote control, the driver with the
key goes far away from the vehicle,
the function might not work.
• If the remote control operation
is executed where the mobile
connection is weak, Bluetooth
connection is poor due to several
Bluetooth devices or there is an
object such as metal or concrete, it
might be delayed or the operable
distance might decrease. You should
not cover the smartphone with your
hand or place other devices which
can cause frequency interference. It
may result in poor performance.
• If the remote control function is not
available, please use NFC function to
lock or unlock the doors. Remote Start with Digital Key
• Using the Hyundai Digital Key app
on your phone, press the Door Lock
button and then press the Remote
Start button (buttons must be pressed
within about 4 seconds). If all the
doors of your vehicle are closed
(including the hood and the liftgate),
the engine will be automatically
started.
Note that when the remote start
feature is activated, the hazard
warning lights will blink two times
and a chime will sound before engine
startup. Also note the following:
• The climate control system will come on using the same settings from when
you last used the vehicle
• To turn off the engine, press the Remote Engine Stop button within the
Hyundai Digital Key app.
• The engine will remain running for approximately 10 minutes, and then
engine will automatically shut OFF.
• To keep the engine running, access the vehicle and place the smartphone
on the wireless charging pad
(authentication pad) while the engine
is still in remote engine-ON mode.
For more information, refer to the Engine
Start/Stop button in chapter 6.

Convenience Features5-42
• Auto Comfort Control for Driver (if equipped)

- The Automatic Comfort Control
feature can control the steering
wheel heater operation according
to the ambient temperature and
the set climate control temperature
while the engine is running.
If the heated steering wheel switch
is pressed while the Automatic
Comfort Control feature is
operating, then the heated steering
wheel operation will be controlled
manually.
The Auto Comfort Control feature is
enabled from the Vehicle Settings
menu on the infotainment system
screen.
- The heated steering wheel defaults to the OFF position whenever the
ignition switch is ON. However, if
the Auto Comfort Control function
is ON, the heated steering wheel
will turn on and off depending on
the ambient temperature and the
set climate control temperature.
For more details, refer to the separately
supplied Infotainment manual with
your vehicle.
Information
The heated steering wheel will turn off
automatically approximately 30 minutes
after the heated steering wheel is turned
on.
NOTICE
Do not install any cover or accessory
on the steering wheel. This cover or
accessory could cause damage to the
heated steering wheel system.
Horn
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To sound the horn, press the area
indicated by the horn symbol on your
steering wheel (see illustration). The
horn will operate only when this area is
pressed.
NOTICE
Do not strike the horn severely to
operate it, or hit it with your fist. Do not
press on the horn with a sharp-pointed
object.

Convenience Features5-116
CLIMATE CONTROL ADDITIONAL FEATURES
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A/C Automatic Drying (if
equipped)
A/C Automatic Drying feature dries
the moisture in the air conditioner and
reduces air conditioner odor. The blower
motor automatically operates after 30
minutes the vehicle is turned off.
Turning A/C Automatic Drying On or
off
The A/C Automatic Drying feature can
be turned on and off by selecting ‘Setup

Ÿ Vehicle Settings
Ÿ Climate
Ÿ Climate
Features
Ÿ A/C Automatic Drying’ from
the infotainment system. See additional
information in supplied Infotainment
Manual.
If the operating condition is satisfied
after setting the feature, the operating
condition is displayed on the
infotainment system screen and the
blower motor automatically operates.
When the A/C Automatic Drying feature
is activated, the air conditioner sets the
fan speed to the third level, selects Fresh
mode, and directs the air flow to the
floor.
Operating conditions
The A/C Automatic Drying feature
operates under the following conditions:
The vehicle is turned off after operating
the air conditioner for a certain period
The 12-volt battery level is sufficient The
outside temperature is above a certain
level
Non-operating conditions
The A/C Automatic Drying feature stops
operating under the following conditions:
- The A/C Automatic Drying feature has operated for 3 minutes
- The Start/Stop button is pressed, or the vehicle is on

- The climate control system is
operated remotely
Information
• The A/C Automatic Drying feature
reduces air conditioner odors but may
not remove all odors.
• The A/C Automatic Drying feature does
not operate if the remaining battery
level is insufficient to prevent battery
discharge.
Auto Defogging System
on Models with Automatic
Temperature Control
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Auto defogging helps reduce the
possibility of fogging up the inside of the
windshield by automatically sensing the
moisture on inside the windshield.
The auto defogging system operates
when the heater or air conditioning is on.
Information
The auto defogging system may not
operate normally, when the outside
temperature is below 14 °F (-10 °C).

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When the Auto Defogging
System operates, the indicator
will illuminate.
If a high amount of humidity is detected
in the vehicle, the Auto Defogging
System will be enabled. The following
steps will be performed automatically:
Step 1) Air conditioning will turn ON.
Step 2) Air intake control will change to Fresh mode.
Step 3) Mode will change to defrost to direct airflow to the windshield.
Step 4) Fan speed will be set to MAX.
If the air conditioning is off or
recirculation mode is manually selected
while Auto Defogging System is ON, the
Auto Defogging System indicator will
blink 3 times to signal that the manual
operation has been canceled.
Turning the Auto Defogging System
ON or OFF
Climate control system
Press the front windshield defroster
butt
on for 3 seconds when the Engine
Start/Stop button is in the ON position.
When the Auto Defogging System is
turned off, the ADS OFF symbol will blink
3 times and ADS OFF will be displayed on
the climate control information screen.
When the Auto Defogging System is
turned on, the ADS OFF symbol will blink
6 times without a signal.
Infotainment system
Auto Defogging System can be turned
on and o
ff by selecting ‘Setup
Ÿ
Vehicle Settings
Ÿ Climate
Ÿ Defog/
Defrost Options
Ÿ Auto Defog’ from the
infotainment system screen.
For detailed information, refer to the
separately supplied infotainment
system manual.
Information
• When the air conditioning is turned
on by Auto Defogging System, if you
try to turn off the air conditioning, the
indicator will blink 3 times and the air
conditioning will not be turned off.
• To maintain the effectiveness and
efficiency of the Auto Defogging
System, do not select Recirculation
mode while the system is operating.
• When Auto Defogging System is
operating, fan speed adjustment,
temperature adjustment, and air intake
control selection are all disabled.
NOTICE
Do not remove the sensor cover located
on the upper end of the windshield
glass.
Damage to system parts could occur
and may not be covered by your vehicle
warranty.
Auto Dehumidify
To increase cabin air quality and reduce
windshield misting, recirculation mode
switches off automatically after about 5
to 30 minutes, depending on the outside
temperature, and the air intake will
change to fresh mode.
Turning Auto Dehumidify ON or OFF
Climate control system
To turn the Auto Dehumidify feature
on or o

ff, select Face level () mode
and press the air intake control ()
button at least five times within three
seconds. When Auto Dehumidify is
turned on, the air intake control button
indicator will blink 6 times. When turned
off, the indicator will blink 3 times.

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Infotainment system
Auto Dehumidify can be turned on and
o
ff by selecting ‘Setup
Ÿ Vehicle Settings

Ÿ Climate
Ÿ Automatic Ventilation
Ÿ
Auto Dehumidify’ from the infotainment
system screen.
For detailed information, refer to the
separately supplied infotainment
system manual.
Recirculating Air when Washer
Fluid is Used
Recirculation mode automatically
activates to reduce any unpleasant scent
of the washer fluid from entering the
cabin when the windshield washer is
used.
When it is shifted to the recirculation
mode, the unpleasant scent may flow
into the vehicle.
However, In cold whether to prevent
the windshield from fogging up, the
recirculation mode may not be selected.
Automatic Recirc Mode When
Washer Fluid is Used - ON or OFF
Climate control system
You can choose to turn OFF the
Aut
omatic Recirc Mode when washer
fluid is used. To adjust this feature,
select Floor level (
) mode, and then
while pressing and holding the A/C
button, press the air intake control (
)
button four times within 2 seconds.After
performing the button press sequence
described above, when the Automatic
Recirc Mode feature is disabled, you will
see the air intake control button blink 3
times (feature OFF). When the air intake
control button blinks 6 times, the feature
is enabled (feature ON). Infotainment system
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use can be
turned on and o

ff by selecting ‘Setup
Ÿ
Vehicle Settings
Ÿ Climate
Ÿ Recirculate
Air
Ÿ Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
(or Interlocking washer fluid)’ from the
infotainment system screen.
For detailed information, refer to the
separately supplied infotainment
system manual.
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation
(if equipped)
When the sunroof is opened, fresh
mode will be automatically selected.
At this time, if you press the air intake
control button, recirculation mode will
be selected but will change back to fresh
mode after 3 minutes. When the sunroof
is closed, the air intake position will
return to the original position that was
selected.
Automatic Controls for the
Driver Based on Climate Control
System Settings
The temperature of the driver’s seat
warmer, air ventilated seat and heated
steering wheel is automatically
controlled depending on the inside and
outside temperature of the vehicle when
the engine is running.
To use these features, it must be
enabled from the Settings menu in the
infotainment system screen. Select:
- Setup
Ÿ Vehicle Settings
Ÿ Seat
Ÿ Heated/Ventilated Features
Ÿ Heated/
Ventilated Features
Ÿ Auto. Controls
That Use Climate Control Settings
For more details on Auto Comfort
Control, refer to “Seat Warmers” and
“Air ventilation seats” section in chapter
3 and “Heated Steering Wheel” section
in chapter 5.