2021 HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID ignition

05
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Information
Using the system in the fresh air position is
recommended.
Prolonged operation of the heater in the
recirculated air position (without air
conditioning selected) can cause fogging of
the windshield and side windows and the
air within the passenger compartment will
become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air
conditioning with the recirculated air
position selected will result in excessively
dry air in the passenger compartment.
WARNING
• Continued climate control system
operation in the recirculated air
position may allow humidity to
increase inside the vehicle which
may fog the glass and obscure
visibility.
• Do not sleep in a vehicle with the air
conditioning or heating system on. It
may cause serious harm or death due
to a drop in the oxygen level and/or
body temperature.
• Continued climate control system
operation in the recirculated air
position can cause drowsiness
or sleepiness, and loss of vehicle
control. Set the air intake control
to the outside (fresh) air position as
much as possible while driving.
Fan speed control
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The fan speed can be set as desired by
pushing the fan speed control button.
Increased air flow is delivered with
higher fan speeds.
Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan.
NOTICE
Operating the fan when the ignition
switch is in the ON position could cause
the battery to discharge. Operate the
fan when the engine is running.

Convenient features
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Air conditioning
Push the A/C button to turn the air
conditioning system on (indicator light
will illuminate).
Push the button again to turn the air
conditioning system off.
OFF mode
Push the OFF button to turn the climate
control system off. However, you can still
operate the mode and air intake buttons
as long as the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Driver Only
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If you press the DRIVER ONLY button
and the indicator light illuminates, air
mostly blows in the direction of the
driver’s seat.
However, some of the air may come out
of other seating position ducts to keep
indoor air pleasant.
If you use the button with no passenger
in the front passenger seat, energy
consumption will be reduced.
When the front windshield defroster
button is pressed to remove frost, air
blows from the left and right sides of the
front windshield even the DRIVER ONLY
button is pressed.

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Information
If the Ignition switch is in the OFF
position, the charging also stops.
Information
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2.
This device must accept any
interference r

eceived, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Clock
The clock can be set from the
infotainment system.
For detailed information, refer to the
separately supplied infotainment
system manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to adjust the clock
while driving. Doing so may result in
distracted driving which may lead to
an accident involving personal injury or
death.
Coat hook
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These hooks are not designed to hold
large or heavy items.
WARNING
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Do not hang other objects such
as hangers or hard objects except
clothes. Also, do not put heavy, sharp
or breakable objects in the clothes
pockets. In an accident or when the
curtain air bag is inflated, it may cause
vehicle damage or personal injury.

6. Driving your vehicle
Driving your vehicle
Before driving ........................................................................\
............................ 6-4Before entering the vehicle ........................................................................\
................6-4
Bef ore starting ........................................................................\
..................................... 6-4
Ignition switch ........................................................................\
...........................6-5Key ignition switch ........................................................................\
............................... 6-5
Engine S tart/Stop button ........................................................................\
.................... 6-8
R
emote start
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....................................... 6-

12
Automatic transmission ........................................................................\
..........6-13Automatic transmission operation ........................................................................\
....6-13
P arking ........................................................................\
................................................ 6-
16
LCD display message
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.......................... 6-

17
Paddle shifter
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.6-18
Good driving practices
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....................... 6-

18
Coasting guide ........................................................................\
........................6-20
Br aking system
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......................... 6-

21
Power brakes ........................................................................\
......................................6-21
Disc br akes wear indicator ........................................................................\
................ 6-
22
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
........................................................................\
.......... 6-

22
Auto Hold
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.......6-26
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
........................................................................\
........... 6-30
Electr

onic Stability Control (ESC)
........................................................................\
..... 6-

31
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
...................................................................... 6-

34
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
........................................................................\
.......... 6-

35
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
........................................................................\
.............. 6-

36
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
........................................................................\
......... 6-

36
Good braking practices
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...................... 6-

39
All wheel drive (AWD) ........................................................................\
............6-40All Wheel Drive (AWD) operation ........................................................................\
......6-41
E mergency precautions ........................................................................\
.................... 6-45
R
educing the risk of a rollover
........................................................................\
........... 6-4

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6

Driving your vehicle
6-4
Before entering the vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mirror(s),
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed.
• Remove frost, snow, or ice.
• Visually check the tires for uneven
wear and damage.
• Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
• Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Before starting
• Make sure the hood, the liftgate, and
the doors are securely closed and
locked.
• Adjust the position of the seat and
steering wheel.
• Adjust the inside and side view
mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
• Check the gauges and indicators
in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
• Check that any items you are carrying
are stored properly or fastened down
securely.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
• ALWAYS wear your seat belt. All
passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving.
For more information, refer to “Seat
Belts” section in chapter 3.
• Always drive defensively. Assume
other drivers or pedestrians may be
careless and make mistakes.
• Stay focused on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause
accidents.
• Leave plenty of space between you
and the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING
NEVER drink or take drugs and drive.
Drinking or taking drugs and driving
is dangerous and may result in an
accident and SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Just
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions and
emergencies and your reaction time
gets worse with each additional drink.
Driving while under the influence
of drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take
drugs and drive. If you are drinking or
taking drugs, don’t drive. Do not ride
with a driver who has been drinking
or taking drugs. Choose a designated
driver or call a taxi.
Before driving

06
6-5
ignition switch
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
• NEVER allow children or any person
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 steering
wheel for the ignition switch, or any
other control, while the vehicle is in
motion. The presence of your hand
or arm in this area may cause a loss
of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
Key ignition switch (if equipped)
OTM060051L[A] : LOCK, [B] : ACC
[C] : ON, [D] : START
Whenever the front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate, provided
the ignition switch is not in the ON
position. 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)
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
braking function, which could cause
an accident.
• Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the gear is in the
P (Park) position, apply the parking
brake, and turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position.
Unexpected vehicle movement may
occur if these precautions are not
followed.
NOTICE
Never use aftermarket keyhole covers.
This may generate start-up failure due
to communication failure.

Driving your vehicle
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Key ignition switch positions
Switch
Position Action
Notes
LOCK To turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, push 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.
ACC Some electrical accessories are
usable. The steering wheel unlocks.
If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position,
turn the key while turning the steering
wheel right and left to release.
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 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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6 -7
Starting the engine
WARNING
• 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,
accelerator and clutch pedals.
• Do not start the vehicle with the
accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move which can lead to
an accident.
• Wait until the engine rpm is normal.
The vehicle may suddenly move if
the brake pedal is released when the
rpm is high.
1.
Make sur

e the Electronic Parking
Brake (EPB) is applied.
2.
Make sur

e the gear is shifted to P
(Park).
3.
Depress the br

ake pedal.
4.
Turn the ignition s

witch to the START
position. Hold the key (maximum of
10 seconds) until the engine starts and
release it.
Information
• Do not wait for the engine to warm up
while the vehicle remains stationary.
Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Steep accelerating and
decelerating should be avoided.)
• 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.
NOTICE
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 turn the ignition switch to
the START position with the engine
running. It may damage the starter.
• If traffic and road conditions permit,
you may put the gear in N (Neutral)
while the vehicle is still moving and
turn the ignition switch to the START
position in an attempt to restart the
engine.
• Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.