2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE roof

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Sunshade
OTM050023
To open the sunshade:
Pull the sunroof control switch backward
to the first detent position.
To close the sunshade:
Push the sunroof control switch forward
to the first detent position.
To stop the sunshade at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control switch
backward or forward and release the
control switch.
Information
• Activating the control switch to the first
detent requires only a very light touch.
• Wrinkles formed on the sunshade as
material characteristic are normal.
CAUTION
Do not pull or push the sunshade by
hand as such action may damage the
sunshade or cause it to malfunction.
Sliding the sunroof
OTM050024
When the sunshade is closed:
If you pull the sunroof control switch
backward past the second detent, the
sunshade will slide all the way open and
then the sunroof glass will slide all the
way open.
When the sunshade is opened:
If you pull the sunroof control switch
backward, the sunroof glass will slide all
the way open.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control switch
backward or forward and release the
control switch.
Information
Only the front glass of the sunroof opens
and closes.

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Tilting the sunroof
OTM050025
When the sunshade is closed:
If you push the sunroof control switch
upwards, the sunshade will slide all the
way open and then the sunroof glass will
tilt open.
When the sunshade is opened:
If you push the sunroof control switch
upwards, the sunroof glass will tilt open.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control switch
backward or forward and release the
control switch.
Closing the sunroof
OTM050027
To close the sunroof glass:
Push the sunroof control switch forward
to the first detent position.
To close the sunroof glass and sunshade:
Push the sunroof control switch
forward to the second detent position.
The sunroof glass will close, then the
sunshade will close automatically.
To stop the sunroof at the desired
position while the sunroof is operating,
push the sunroof control switch
backward or forward and release the
control switch.
CAUTION
Close the sunroof when driving in
dusty environments. Dust may cause a
malfunction of the vehicle system.

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Automatic reverse
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If the sunroof senses any obstacle while
it is closing automatically, it will reverse
direction then stop to allow the object to
be cleared.
The auto reverse function does not work
if a small obstacle is between the sliding
glass and the sunroof sash.
You should always check that all
passengers and objects are away from
the sunroof before closing it.
WARNING
• Small objects that can get caught
between the sunroof glass and
the front glass channel may not be
detected by the automatic reverse
system. In this case, the sunroof
glass will not detect the object and
reverse direction.
• Make sure heads, other body parts
or other objects are safely out of the
way before closing the sunroof to
avoid injuries or vehicle damage.
WARNING
• In order to prevent accidental
operation of the sunroof, especially
by a child, do not let a child operate
the sunroof.
• Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It
may cause vehicle damage.
NOTICE
• Periodically remove any dirt that may
accumulate on the sunroof guide
rail or between the sunroof and roof
panel which can make a noise.
• Do not try to open the sunroof when
the temperature is below freezing
or when the sunroof is covered with
snow or ice, otherwise the motor
could be damaged. In cold and wet
climates, the sunroof may not work
properly.
Resetting the sunroof
In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be
performed. Some instances where
resetting the sunroof may be required
include:
- When the 12V batt

ery is either
disconnected or discharged
- When the sunroo

f fuse is replaced
- If the sunroo

f one-touch AUTO OPEN/
CLOSE operation is not functioning
properly
Sunroof resetting procedure:
1.
It is recommended t

o perform the
reset procedure with the vehicle
engine running. Start the vehicle in
P (Park).
2.
Make sur

e the sunshade and sunroof
is in the fully closed position. If the
sunshade and sunroof is open, push
the control switch forward until the
sunshade and sunroof is fully closed.
3.
Release the con

trol switch when the
sunshade and sunroof is fully closed.
4.
Push the contr

ol switch forward about
10 seconds until the sunroof moves
slightly.
5.
Release the con

trol switch.

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6. Within 3 seconds, push and hold
the control switch forward until the
sunshade and sunroof operates as
follows:
Sunshade
Open → Glass Open → Glass Close → Sunshade Close
Do no

t release the switch until the
operation is completed.
If you release the control switch during
operation, start the procedure again from
step 2.
7.
Release the sunr

oof control switch
after all steps have completed. The
sunroof system has been reset.
Information
If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle
battery is disconnected or discharged, or
the sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may
not operate normally.
For more detailed information, we
recommend that you contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Sunroof open warning
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• If the driver turns off the engine
when the sunroof is not fully closed,
the warning chime will sound for a
few seconds and the sunroof open
warning will appear on the LCD
display.
• If the driver turns off the engine and
opens the door when the sunroof is
not fully closed, the open sunroof
warning will appear on the LCD
display until the door is closed or the
sunroof is fully closed.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving
your vehicle.

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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.
• After sufficient cooling has been
achieved, switch back from the
recirculated air to the fresh outside air
position.
• To help reduce moisture inside of
the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the windows
and sunroof closed.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month for a few minutes to ensure
maximum system performance.
• If you operate the air conditioner
excessively, the difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield to
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob to
the
position and set the fan speed
control knob to the lowest speed
setting.
System maintenance
Cabin air filter
OIK047401L[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Cabin air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : Heater core
The cabin air filter is installed behind
the glove box. It filters the dust or other
pollutants that enter the vehicle through
the heating and air conditioning system.
We recommend that the cabin air filter
be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer according to the maintenance
schedule.
If the vehicle is being driven in severe
conditions such as dusty or rough roads,
more frequent climate control filter
inspections and changes are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases,
we recommend the system be checked
at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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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.
• After sufficient cooling has been
achieved, switch back from the
recirculated air to the fresh outside air
position.
• To help reduce moisture inside of
the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the windows
and sunroof closed.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month for a few minutes to ensure
maximum system performance.
• If you operate the air conditioner
excessively, the difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield to
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection button to
the
position and set the fan speed
control knob to the lowest speed
setting.
System maintenance
Cabin air filter
OIK047401L[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Cabin air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : Heater core
The cabin air filter is installed behind
the glove box. It filters the dust or other
pollutants that enter the vehicle through
the heating and air conditioning system.
We recommend that the cabin air filter
be replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer according to the maintenance
schedule. If the vehicle is being driven
in severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads, more frequent climate
control filter inspections and changes are
required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases,
we recommend the system be checked
at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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Recirculating air when washer
fluid is used
Recirculation mode automatically
activates to reduce any objectionable
scent of the washer fluid from entering
the cabin when the windshield washer is
used.
Turning Activate upon Washer Fluid
Use ON or OFF
Climate control system
To turn the Activate upon Washer Fluid
Use feature on or off, select Floor level
(
) mode, and then press the air
intake control () button four times
within two seconds while pressing the
A/C icon.
When Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
ON is turned on, the air intake control
button indicator will blink 6 times. When
turned off, the indicator will blink 3
times.
Infotainment system
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use can be
turned
on and o

ff
b

y
selecting ‘Se
tup
→ Vehicle Se

ttings
→ Clima
te
→ R
ecirculate
Air → A

ctivate
upon W
asher
Fluid U
se
(or In

terlocking washer fluid)’ from the
infotainment system screen.
For detailed information, refer to the
separately supplied infotainment
system manual.
However, in cold weather to prevent
the windshield from fogging up, the
recirculation mode may not be selected.
Sunroof inside air recirculation
(if equipped)
When the is sunroof 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.
Auto. Controls That Use Climate
Control Settings (for driver’s
seat)
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 → V

ehicle
Se
ttings
→ Sea
t
→ Hea

ted/Ventilated
F
eatures
→ H
eated/
Ventilated
F

eatures
→ A
uto.
Con
trols
That U

se 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.

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ExTERIOR FEATURES
Roof side rails
OTM050017
If your vehicle comes with roof side rails,
then roof side rails crossbars can be
installed on top of your vehicle.
The roof side rails crossbars are an
accessory and are available at your
HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE
If the vehicle is equipped with a
sunroof, be sure not to position cargo
onto the roof side rails in such a way
that it could interfere with sunroof
operation.
NOTICE
• When carrying cargo on the roof side
rails, take the necessary precautions
to make sure the cargo does not
damage the roof of the vehicle.
• When carrying large objects on the
roof side rails, make sure they do
not exceed the overall roof length or
width.
WARNING
• The following specification is the
maximum weight that can be loaded
onto the roof side rails. Distribute the
load as evenly as possible onto the
roof side rails and secure the load
firmly.
Loading cargo or luggage in excess
of the specified weight limit on the
roof side rails may damage your
vehicle.
ROOF SIDE
RAILS 220 lbs. (100 kg)
EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
• The vehicle center of gravity will be
higher when items are loaded onto
the roof side rails. Avoid sudden
starts, braking, sharp turns, abrupt
maneuvers or high speeds that may
result in loss of vehicle control or
rollover resulting in an accident.
• Always drive slowly and turn corners
carefully when carrying items on the
roof side rails. Severe wind updrafts,
caused by passing vehicles or natural
causes, can cause sudden upward
pressure on items loaded on the
roof side rails. This is especially true
when carrying large, flat items such
as wood panels or mattresses. This
could cause the items to fall off the
roof side rails and cause damage to
your vehicle or others around you.
• To prevent damage or loss of cargo
while driving, check frequently
before or while driving to make sure
the items on the roof side rails are
securely fastened.