2021 HYUNDAI SONATA temperature

Convenient Features
5-44
Heated Steering Wheel
(if equipped)
„„Type A
ODN8059103
„„Type B
ODN8059104
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position or when the engine is running,
press the heated steering wheel button
to warm the steering wheel. The
indicator on the button will illuminate.
To turn the heated steering wheel off,
press the button again. The indicator on
the button will turn off.
• The heated steering wheel defaults
t

o the OFF position whenever the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
However, if the Auto Comfort Control
function is ON, the heated steering
wheel will turn on and off depending
on the outside temperature.
• Auto
Comfort Control (for driver’s
sea

t) (if equipped)
The hea

ted steering wheel
automatically controls the steering
wheel temperature depending on
the ambient temperature when
the engine is running. If the heated
steering wheel switch is pushed, the
heated steering wheel will have to be
controlled manually.
T

o use this function, it must be
activated from the Settings menu
in the infotainment system screen.

F

or more information, refer to the
separately supplied 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.

Convenient Features
5-62
Closing the Sunroof
ODN8A059038
To close sunroof glass
Push the sunroof control lever (1) forward
to the first detent position.
To close sunroof glass with
sunshade
Push the sunroof control lever (1) forward
to the second detent position.
The sunroof glass will close, then the
sunshade will close automatically.
To stop the sunroof movement at any
point, push the sunroof control lever (1)
either forward or backward momentarily.
Automatic reverse (if equipped)
ODH043039
If the sunroof senses any to an obstacle
while it is closing automatically, it will
reverse direction then stop to allow the
object to be cleared.
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 will not reverse
direction.
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 no
t 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.

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5-85
Information
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when Engine Start/Stop button is in the
ON position, the wiper will operate once to
perform a self-check of the system. Set the
wiper to the OFF position when the wiper
is not in use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury from the
windshield wipers, when the engine
is running and the windshield wiper
switch is placed in the AUTO mode:
•
Do no
t touch the upper end of the
windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
•

Do no
t wipe the upper end of the
windshield glass with a damp or wet
cloth.
•

Do no
t put pressure on the
windshield glass.

Windshield Washers
ODN8059209K
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. The spray and wiper operation
will continue until you release the lever. If
the washer does not work, you may need
to add washer fluid to the washer fluid
reservoir.
WARNING
When the outside temperature is below
freezing, ALWAYS warm the windshield
using the defroster to help prevent
the washer fluid from freezing on the
windshield and obscuring your vision
which could result in an accident and
serious injury or death.
NOTICE
• To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is
empty.
• To prevent possible damage to the
wipers or windshield, do not operate
the wipers when the windshield is
dry.
• To prevent damage to the wiper
arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers
manually.
• To prevent possible damage to the
wipers and washer system, use anti-
freezing washer fluids in the winter
season or cold weather.

Convenient Features
5-94
• Outside air temperature is hot or cold.
• The wind is either strong (over 12 mph
(20 km/h)) or blowing perpendicular
to the rear bumper.
• Objects generating excessive
noise, such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes, are near the vehicle.
• An ultrasonic sensor with a similar
frequency is near the vehicle.
• There is ground height difference
between the vehicle and the
pedestrian.
• The image of the pedestrian in the
rear view camera is indistinguishable
from the background.
• The pedestrian is near the rear edge of
the vehicle.
• The pedestrian is not standing upright.
• The pedestrian is either too short or
too tall for the system to recognize.
• The pedestrian is wearing clothes that
are hard for the system to recognize.
• The pedestrian is wearing a cloth that
does not reflect ultrasound well.
• The size, thickness, height, or shape of
the object does not reflect ultrasound
well (e.g., pole, bush, curbs, carts,
edge of a wall, etc.).
• The pedestrian or the object is
moving.
• The pedestrian or the object is very
close to the rear of the vehicle.
• A wall is behind the pedestrian or the
object.
• The object is not at the rear center of
the vehicle.
• The plane of the obstacle is not
parallel to the rear bumper.
• The road is slippery or inclined.
• The driver backs up the vehicle
immediately after shifting to R
(Reverse).
• The driver accelerates or turns the
vehicle. Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance
Assist system may alert the driver or
apply brake power unnecessarily under
the following conditions even if there are
“no” pedestrians or objects.
•
Any non-factory equipment or
accessories have been installed.
• The condition of the vehicle is
unstable due to an accident or other
causes.
• The height of the bumper or the
sensor installation has been modified.
• The bumper height has changed due
to heavy loads, tire pressure change,
etc.
• The rear view camera or the ultrasonic
sensor(s) is stained with foreign
matter, such as snow, dirt, etc.
• The pattern on the road is mistaken
for a pedestrian.
• There is a shadow or a light reflecting
on the ground.
• Pedestrians or objects are around the
path of the vehicle.
• Objects generating excessive
noise, such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes, are near the vehicle.
• The vehicle is backing towards a
narrow passage or parking space.
• The vehicle is backing towards an
uneven road surface, such as unpaved
road, gravel, bump, gradient, etc.
• A trailer is attached to the vehicle

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5-97
To Turn off Reverse Parking
Distance Warning System
(if equipped)
ODN8059057L
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.

Convenient Features
5-102
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.

05
5-119
Heating and Air Conditioning
1. Start the engine.
2.
Se
t the mode to the desired position.
To improve the effectiveness of
heating and cooling, select the mode
according to the following:
- H

eating:
- Cooling:
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4.
Se

t the air intake control to fresh
mode or recirculation mode position.
5.

Se
t the fan speed control to the
desired speed.
6.

If air conditioning is desir
ed, turn the
air conditioning system on.
When starting the vehicle in cold weather
a more efficient way to heat the passen-
ger compartment is to do the following.
- T

urn off or lower the blower, right
after starting the engine.
• Engine temperature is still low and the
air flow from the heater is still cold.
- After a few minutes of engine warm
up, turn on or set the fan to a higher
level and adjust the temperature
setting to hot.

05
5-121
ODN8059106
The mode selection button controls
the direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
Face-Level (B, D, F)
Air flow is directed toward the upper
body and face. Additionally, each outlet
can be controlled to direct the air
discharged from the outlet.
Bi-Level (B, C, D, E, F)
Air flow is directed towards the face and
the floor.
Floor-Level (A, C, D, E)
Most of the air flow is directed to the
floor, with a small amount of the air
being directed to the windshield and side
window defrosters.
Floor & Defrost (A, C, D, E)
Most of the air flow is directed to the
floor and the windshield with a small
amount directed to the side window
defrosters.
Defrost-Level (A, D)
Most of the air flow is directed to the
windshield with a small amount of air
directed to the side window defrosters.
ODN8059108
MAX A/C-Level (B, D, F)
The MAX A/C mode is used to cool the
inside of the vehicle faster. Air flow is
directed toward the upper body and
face.
In this mode, the A/C button and the
Recirculation mode button cannot be
selected. Turn the fan speed mode to
adjust.
After the interior cabin has cooled
sufficiently, move the temperature knob
away from the MAX A/C setting and
adjust the knob to the desired position.
If you wish to continue using A/C
ON, make sure the A/C button LED is
illuminated.