2020 Hyundai Sonata Owner's Manual

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(IF EQUIPPED)
ODN8A059056ODN8A059056[A] : Rear Sensor
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system assists the driver during reverse
movement of the vehicle by chiming if an
object is sensed within the distance of 48
in (120 cm) behind the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
that senses objects within the range and
location of the sensors, it cannot detect
objects in other areas where sensors are
not installed.
WARNING
• ALWAYS look around your vehicle to
make sure there are not any objects
or obstacles before moving the
vehicle in any direction to prevent a
collision.
• Always pay close attention when the
vehicle is driven close to objects,
particularly pedestrians, and
especially children.
• Be aware that some objects may
not be visible on the screen or be
detected by the sensors, due to the
objects distance, size or material, all
of which can limit the effectiveness
of the sensor.
Operation of Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
Operating condition
• This system will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch in
the ON position. However, if vehicle
speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h), the
system may not detect objects.
• If vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), the system will not warn you
even though objects are detected.
• When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest
one will be recognized first.
REVERSE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW)

Convenient Features5-96
Types of warning sound and indicator
Types of warning sound Indicator
When an object is 24 in to 48 in (60 cm to 120 cm) from the rear
bumper : Buzz
er beeps intermittently.
When an object is 12 in to 24 in (30 cm to 60 cm) from the rear
bumper : Buzzer beeps more frequently.
When an object is within 12 in (30 cm) of the rear bumper :
Buzzer beeps continuously.
NOTICE
• The indicator may differ from the illustration depending on objects or sensors
status. If the indicator blinks, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• If the audible warning does not sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently when
shifting into R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction with Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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To Turn off Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
(if equipped)
ODN8059057LODN8059057L
Push the button to turn off Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system. The
indicator light on the button will turn on.
Non-Operational Conditions
of Reverse Parking Distance
Warning System
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system may not operate normally when:
• Moisture is frozen to the sensor.
• Sensor is covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water, or the sensor
cover is blocked.
There is a possibility of Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system
malfunction when:
• Driving on uneven road surfaces such as unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, or
gradient.
• Objects generating excessive noise such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes can interfere with the sensor.
• Heavy rain or water spray is present.
• Wireless transmitters or mobile phones are present near the sensor.
• The sensor is covered with snow.
• Any non-factory equipment or accessories have been installed, or if
the vehicle bumper height or sensor
installation has been modified.
Detecting range may decrease
when:
Outside air temperature is extremely hot
or cold.

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The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
• Sharp or slim objects such as ropes, chains or small poles.
• Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency such as clothes, spongy
material or snow.
• Undetectable objects smaller than 40 in (100 cm) and narrower than 6 in (14
cm) in diameter.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does not
cover any accidents or damage to the
vehicle or injuries to its occupants
related to Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system. Always drive safely
and cautiously.
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning System Precautions
• Reverse Parking Distance Warning system may not sound consistently
depending on the speed and shapes
of the objects detected.
• Reverse Parking Distance Warning system may malfunction if the vehicle
bumper height or sensor installation
has been modified or damaged. Any
non-factory installed equipment or
accessories may also interfere with
the sensor performance.
• The sensor may not recognize objects less than 12 in (30 cm) from the
sensor, or it may sense an incorrect
distance. Use caution.
• When the sensor is frozen or stained with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor
may be inoperative until the stains are
removed using a soft cloth.
• Do not push, scratch or strike the sensor with any hard objects that
could damage the surface of the
sensor. Sensor damage could occur.
• Do not spray the sensors or its surrounding area directly with a high
pressure washer. Shock applied from
high pressure water may cause the
device to not operate normally.

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FORWARD/REVERSE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW)
(IF EQUIPPED)
ODN8A059055ODN8A059055
ODN8059056LODN8059056L[A] : Front sensor, [B] : Rear sensor
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system assists the driver during
movement of the vehicle by chiming if
an object is sensed within the distance of
40 in (100 cm) in front and 48 in (120 cm)
behind the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
that senses objects within the range and
location of the sensors, it cannot detect
objects in other areas where sensors are
not installed.
WARNING
• ALWAYS look around your vehicle
to make sure there are no objects or
obstacles before moving the vehicle
in any direction to prevent a collision.
• Always pay close attention when the
vehicle is driven close to objects,
particularly pedestrians, and
especially children.
• Be aware that some objects may
not be visible on the screen or be
detected by the sensors, due to the
objects distance, size or material, all
of which can limit the effectiveness
of the sensor.
• Do not tamper with the location
or size of the license plate
discretionally.

Convenient Features5-100
Operation of Forward/Reverse
Parking Distance Warning
System
Operating condition
ODN8059057ODN8059057
• This system will activate when Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system button is pressed
with the engine running.
• Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning system button turns on
automatically and activates Forward/
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system when you press the R(Reverse)
button. However, if vehicle speed
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), the system
will not warn you even though objects
are detected, and if vehicle speed
exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h), the system
will turn off automatically. To turn on
the system, press Forward/Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system
button.
• When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest
one will be recognized first. • If ‘Parking Distance Warning Auto On’
is set from the cluster or infotainment
system setup menu, the system will
not turn off even if vehicle speed
exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h, Non RSPA
and PCA) / 24 mph (30 km/h, Applied
RSPA or PCA). Also if vehicle speed
belows 6 mph (10 km/h) will resume
warning when objects are detected.

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Distance from object in (cm) Warning indicator
Warning sound
When driving
forward When driving
rearward
24 ~ 40
(

60 ~ 100) Front-
Buzzer beeps
intermittently
24 ~ 48
(60 ~ 120) Rear
-
Buzzer beeps
intermittently
12 ~ 24
(30 ~ 60) Front
Buzzer beeps
frequently
Rear - Buzzer beeps
frequently
~ 12
(~ 30) Front
Buzzer sounds
continuously
Rear - Buzzer sounds
continuously
NOTICE
• The indicator may differ from the illustration depending on objects or sensors
status. If the indicator blinks, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• If the audible warning does not sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently when
shifting into R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction with Forward/
Reverse Parking Distance Warning system. If this occurs, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Convenient Features5-102
Non-Operational Conditions
of Forward/Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system may not operate
normally when:
• Moisture is frozen to the sensor.
• Sensor is covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water, or the sensor
cover is blocked.
There is a possibility of Forward/
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system malfunction when:
• Driving on uneven road surfaces such as unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, or
gradient.
• Objects generating excessive noise such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes can interfere with the sensor.
• Heavy rain or water spray is present.
• Wireless transmitters or mobile phones are present near the sensor.
• The sensor is covered with snow.
• Any non-factory equipment or accessories have been installed, or if
the vehicle bumper height or sensor
installation has been modified.
Detecting range may decrease
when:
Outside air temperature is extremely hot
or cold.
The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
• Sharp or slim objects such as ropes, chains or small poles.
• Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency such as clothes, spongy
material or snow.
• Undetectable objects smaller than 40 in (100 cm) and narrower than 6 in (14
cm) in diameter.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does not
cover any accidents or damage to the
vehicle or injuries to its occupants
related to Forward/Reverse Parking
Distance Warning system. Always drive
safely and cautiously.