2018 Hyundai Elantra transmission

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Key Ignition Switch
Whenever the front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate, provided
the ignition switch is not in the ON posi-
tion. The light will go off immediately
when the ignition switch is turned on or
go off after about 30 seconds when the
door is closed. (if equipped)
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Driving your vehicle
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS
INJURY or DEATH, take the follow-
ing precautions:
NEVER allow children or any per-
son who is unfamiliar with the
vehicle to touch the ignition
switch or related parts.
Unexpected and sudden vehicle
movement can occur.
NEVER reach through the steer-
ing wheel for the ignition switch,
or any other control, while the
vehicle is in motion. The pres-
ence of your hand or arm in this
area may cause a loss of vehicle
control resulting in an accident.
WARNING NEVER turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK or ACC position while the
vehicle is in motion except in an
emergency. This will result in the
engine turning off and loss of
power assist for the steering and
brake systems. This may lead to
loss of directional control and brak-
ing function, which could cause an
accident.
Before leaving the driver's seat,
always make sure the shift lever is
in 1st gear (for manual transmis-
sion vehicle) or P (Park, for auto-
matic transmission/dual clutch
transmission vehicle) position,
apply the parking brake, and turn
ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion.
Unexpected vehicle movement may
occur if these precautions are not
followed.
WARNING
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Key ignition switch positions
Switch
PositionActionNotice
LOCK
To turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, put the
key in at the ACC position and turn the key towards the
LOCK position.
The ignition key can be removed in the LOCK position.
(The shift lever must be in the P (Park) position for auto-
matic transmission/dual clutch transmission vehicles)
ACC
Electrical accessories are usable.
The steering wheel unlocks.
ON
This is the normal key position when the engine has
started.
All features and accessories are usable.
The warning lights can be checked when you turn the
ignition switch from ACC to ON.Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position when
the engine is not running in order to prevent the battery
from discharging.
START
To start the engine, turn the ignition switch to the START
position. The switch returns to the ON position when you
let go of the key.The engine will crank until you release the key.

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Starting the engine
Vehicle with manual transmission:
1. Make sure the parking brake isapplied.
2. Make sure the shift lever is in neutral.
3. Depress the clutch and brake pedals.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the START position. Hold the key (maximum of 10
seconds) until the engine starts and
release it.
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Depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal
until the engine starts. Vehicle with automatic transmission/ dual
clutch transmission:
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
2. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park).
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the START position. Hold the key (maximum of 10
seconds) until the engine starts and
release it.
Information
• It is best to maintain a moderate enginespeed until the vehicle engine comes up
to normal operating temperature. Avoid
harsh or abrupt acceleration or deceler-
ation while the engine is still cold.
• Whether the engine is cold or warm, always start the vehicle with your foot
on the brake pedal. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the vehicle.
Do not race the engine while warming it
up. To prevent damage to the vehicle:
Do not hold the ignition key in the
START position for more than 10
seconds. Wait 5 to 10 seconds
before trying again.
Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the engine.
NOTICE
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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
to use the brake and accelerator
pedals.
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Engine Start/Stop button positions
- Vehicle with manual transmission
Button PositionAction Notice
OFFTo turn off the engine, stop the vehicle and then
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
Not illuminated
ACCPress the Engine Start/Stop button when the but-
ton is in the OFF position without depressing the
clutch 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.
Orange indicator

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Button PositionAction Notice
ON Press the Engine Start/Stop button while it is in
the ACC position without depressing the clutch
pedal.
The warning lights can be checked before the
engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON
position when the engine is not running to prevent
the battery from discharging.
Blue indicator
STARTTo start the engine, depress the clutch and brake
pedals and press the Engine Start/ Stop button
with the shift lever in neutral.
If you press the Engine Start/Stop button without
depressing the clutch pedal, the engine does not
start and the Engine Start/Stop button changes as
follows:
OFF
→ →
ACC →
→
ON →
→
OFF
Not illuminated
- Vehicle with manual transmission

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Engine Start/Stop button positions
- Vehicle with automatic transmission/dual clutch transmission
Button PositionAction Notice
OFFTo turn off the engine, 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 posi-
tion, but turns to the ACC position.
ACCPress the Engine Start/Stop button when the but-
ton 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 PositionAction Notice
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
engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON
position when the engine is not running to prevent
the battery from discharging.
STARTTo start the engine, depress the brake pedal and
press the Engine Start/Stop button with the shift
lever in the P (Park) or in the N (Neutral) position.
For your safety, start the engine with the shift lever
in the P (Park) position.If you press the Engine Start/Stop button without
depressing the brake pedal, the engine does not
start and the Engine Start/Stop button changes as
follows:
OFF
→ →
ACC →
→
ON →
→
OFF
However, the engine may start if you depress the
brake pedal within 0.5 second after pressing the
Engine Start/Stop button from the OFF position.
- Vehicle with automatic transmission/dual clutch transmission

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Starting the engine Information
• The engine will start by pressing theEngine Start/Stop button, only when the
smart key is in the vehicle.
• Even if the smart key is in the vehicle, if it is far away from the driver, the engine
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 and if all doors are closed, the chime
will also sound for about 5 seconds.
Keep the smart key in the vehicle when
using the ACC position or if the vehicle
engine is ON. Vehicle with manual transmission:
1. Always carry the smart key with you.
2. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in neutral.
4. Depress the clutch and brake pedals.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button.
Information
Depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal
until the engine starts.
Vehicle with automatic transmission/dual
clutch transmission:
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 button.
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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 to use the brake and accel-
erator pedals.
Do not start the vehicle with the
accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move and lead to an
accident.
Wait until the engine rpm is nor-
mal. The vehicle may suddenly
move if the brake pedal is
released when the rpm is high.
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