2022 HYUNDAI KONA EV brake

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Check regenerative brakes /
Stop vehicle and check regenerative
brakes
„„Type A
„„Type B
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These warning messages are displayed
when the regenerative brake system
does not work properly.
In this case, we recommend that
you have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Low EV battery
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When the high voltage battery level
reaches below approximately 8%, this
warning message is displayed.
The warning light on the instrument
cluster (
) will turn ON simultaneously.
Charge the high voltage battery
immediately. Charge immediately. Power limited
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When the high voltage battery level
reaches below approximately 5%, this
warning message is displayed. The warning light on the instrument cluster (
) and the power down
warning light () will turn on
simultaneously.
The vehicle’s power will be reduced to
minimize the energy consumption of the
high voltage battery. Charge the battery
immediately.

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User settings mode (if equipped)
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In this mode, you can change the
settings of the instrument cluster, doors,
lamps, etc.
1. Driver Assistance
2. ECO vehicle
3. Head-Up Display
4. Cluster
5. Lights
6. Door
7. Convenience
8. Units
9. Language
10. Reset
The information provided may differ
depending on which functions are
applicable to your vehicle.
Shift to P to edit settings
This warning message illuminates if
you try to select an item from the User
Settings mode while driving. • For your safety, change the User
Settings after parking the vehicle,
applying the parking brake and
selecting the shifting to P(Park).
Quick guide (Help)
This mode provides quick guides for the
systems in the User Settings mode.
Select an item, press and hold the OK
button.
For more details about each system,
refer to this Owner’s Manual.
Information
When the infotainment system is applied,
only the User’s Setting mode on the infotainment system is supported but the
User’s Setting mode on the instrument
cluster is not supported.

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WARNING
Do not leave children or animals
unattended in your vehicle. An enclosed
vehicle can become extremely hot,
causing death or serious injury to
unattended children or animals who
cannot escape the vehicle. Children
might operate features of the vehicle
that could injure them, or they could
encounter other harm, possibly from
someone gaining entry to the vehicle.
WARNING
Leaving your vehicle unlocked increases
the potential risk to you or others from
someone hiding in your vehicle.
To secure your vehicle, while
depressing the brake, move the shift
lever to the P (Park) position, engage
the parking brake, and place the START/
STOP button OFF position, close all
windows, lock all doors, and always
take the key with you.
CAUTION
Opening a door when something is
approaching may cause damage or
injury. Be careful when opening doors
and watch for vehicles, motorcycles,
bicycles or pedestrians approaching the
vehicle in the path of the door.
WARNING
If you stay in the vehicle for a long time
while the weather is very hot or cold,
there are risks of injuries or danger to
life. Do not lock the vehicle from the
outside when someone is in the vehicle.
Auto door lock/unlock features
Impact sensing door unlock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically unlocked
when an impact causes the air bags to
deploy.
Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked
when vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h
(9 mph).
You can activate or deactivate the Auto
Door Lock/Unlock features from the User
Settings mode on the LCD display. For
more details, refer to “LCD Display” in
this chapter.

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Hood
Opening the hood
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1. Park the vehicle and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open
slightly.
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3. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push the secondary
latch up (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).
4. Pull out the support rod.
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5. Hold the hood open with the support rod (3).
WARNING
• Grasp the support rod in the area
wrapped in rubber. The rubber will
help prevent you from being burned
by hot metal.
• The support rod must be inserted
completely into the hole provided
whenever you inspect the motor
compartment. This will prevent
the hood from falling and possibly
injuring you.
eXterior FeAtures

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Tailgate
Opening the tailgate
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Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and
set the parking brake.
Then do one of the following:
1. Unlock all doors with the Door Unlock button on your smart key. Press the
tailgate handle button and open the
tailgate.
2. Press and hold the Tailgate Unlock button on the smart key. Press the
tailgate handle button and open the
tailgate.
3. With the Smart Key in your possession, press the tailgate handle
button and open the tailgate.
Closing the tailgate
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Lower the tailgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the tailgate lid is
securely fastened, always check by trying
to pull it up again without pressing the
tailgate handle button.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the tailgate lift
cylinders and the attached hardware,
always close the tailgate before driving.
Information
In cold and wet climates, tailgate lock and tailgate mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.

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Charging door
Opening the charging door
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1. Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn OFF all switches, shift to P (Park), and turn OFF the vehicle.
3. Push the charging door where the icon is located to open. The charging
door opens only when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Information
If you cannot open the charging door due
to freezing weather, tap lightly or remove
any ice near the charging door. Do not try
to forcibly open the charging door. Closing the charging door
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1. After recharging, install the charging
inlet cover.
2. Close the charging door until it is latched securely.
For more details, refer to the Electric
Vehicle Guide provided in the front of
the owner’s manual.

Convenient features
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Exterior lights
Lighting control
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To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of the
following positions:
(1) OFF position
(2) AUTO light position
(3) Position lamp position
(4) Headlamp position
Daytime Running Light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day, especially
after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn the dedicated lamp OFF when : • The headlamps are ON.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The vehicle is turned off.
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AUTO light position (if equipped)
When the light switch is in the AUTO position, the position lamp and headlamp will be turned ON or OFF
automatically depending on the amount
of light outside the vehicle.
Even with the AUTO light feature
in operation, it is recommended to manually turn ON the lamps when
driving at night or in fog, or when you
enter dark areas, such as tunnels and
parking facilities.
NOTICE
• Do not cover or spill anything on the
sensor (1) located on the instrument panel.
• Do not clean the sensor using
a window cleaner, the cleanser
may leave a light film which could
interfere with sensor operation.
• If your vehicle has window tint or
other types of metallic coating on
the front windshield, the AUTO light
system may not work properly.
lighting

6
Before driving .................................................................................................... 6-3
Before entering the vehicle ........................................................................................ 6-3
Before starting ............................................................................................................. 6-3
START/STOP button .......................................................................................... 6-4
START/STOP button positions ..................................................................................... 6-5
Starting the vehicle ..................................................................................................... 6-6
Turning off the vehicle ................................................................................................. 6 -7
Reduction gear .................................................................................................. 6-8
Reduction gear operation .......................................................................................... 6-8
LCD display messages ............................................................................................... 6-10
Good driving practices ............................................................................................... 6-13
Regenerative braking system .......................................................................... 6-14
Regenerative braking (Paddle shifter) ...................................................................... 6-14
One pedal driving ....................................................................................................... 6-15
Smart recuperation system
(if equipped with smart cruise control system) ............................................6-16
System setting ............................................................................................................ 6-16
To activate smart recuperation system..................................................................... 6-16
Smart recuperation system will be temporarily cancelled when: ..........................6-18
To resume smart recuperation system ..................................................................... 6-18
To turn smart recuperation system off ..................................................................... 6-18
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance recognition sensor (front radar) .................................6-18
System malfunction ................................................................................................... 6-19
Limitations of the system .......................................................................................... 6-19
Braking system ................................................................................................ 6-22
Power brakes ............................................................................................................. 6-22
Disc brakes wear indicator ........................................................................................ 6-22
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) .................................................................................. 6-23
Auto Hold .................................................................................................................... 6-27
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................................................................... 6-31
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............................................................................. 6-32
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) ....................................................................... 6-35
Hill-Start Assist Control (FAC) .................................................................................. 6-36
Good braking practices ............................................................................................. 6-37
Drive mode integrated control system ..........................................................6-38
Initial setting for each drive mode ............................................................................ 6-39
6. Driving your vehicle