2022 HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ tailgate

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Fully closing tonneau cover
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1. Use strap to pull tonneau cover until
handle can be reached.
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2. Return handle to “latched” position.
3. Pull tonneau cover rearward until it
latches against the tailgate.
Half opening tonneau cover (from
open)
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1. Pull strap 45 degrees to the left to
return handle to “latched” position.
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2. Use strap to close tonneau past half
open position, then release. latch pins
will make audible click.

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Plywood carrying shelf
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Steps to put tailgate in plywood position:
1. Detach both left and right support
cables.
2. Lift tailgate upward to 20 degrees
from full open position.
3. Connect both cables just below.
WARNING
• Close the tonneau cover securely
before driving.
• Cargo should not be interfered
with tonneau cover latching and
completely closing.
• When the tonneau cover is fully
opened, make sure that the buckle
is secure by pulling on the storage
strap.
• Be careful not to get your hands
pinched between the tonneau
cover and the deck when opening
and closing the tonneau cover, or
between the panels when folding.
• Make sure that all latches are
securely locked by pulling it
upwards.
• Do not stand or sit on the tonneau
cover.
• Do not install the tonneau
cover backwards, or in any other
orientation than indicated.
WARNING
• Allowing passengers to ride in the
pickup bed or on the tailgate can
result in death or serious injury in
a crash. Make sure all passengers
ride in a seat and wear a seat belt
properly.
• Never let passengers ride in the
pickup bed, in the trunk space, or on
the bed rails. This could cause very
serious injuries or death. No one
should ride in any position on your
vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
• Exceeding load limits or improperly
loading cargo on the vehicle can
cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
• Load the cargo securely before
starting to drive.

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Underbed Storage
The underbed storage area is water
resistant and can be locked and unlocked
using the remote key or smart key.
Opening underbed storage
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The underbed storage can be unlocked
and opened by the following methods:
Vehicles equipped with remote key:
• Unlocking all doors using the main
unlock button in the vehicle or by
pressing the unlock button on the
remote key.
Vehicles equipped with Smart key:
• Unlocking all the doors using the
main unlock button in the vehicle or
by pressing the unlock button on the
smart key.
• Having the smart key in your
possession, opening the tailgate, and
then simply pressing the underfloor
storage release button.
Closing underbed storage
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To close the underbed storage lid, pull
the lid downward.
Note that if the underbed storage lid is
not fully closed, the LED bed lamps will
remain on and a warning message may
appear in the LCD cluster display.
Information
It is common for the underfloor storage
bin to have a scent when the vehicle is
new. This scent is normal, safe, and will be
reduced over time, similar to any new car
smell.
CAUTION
• Underbed storage should be dried
before closing the lid to prevent
mold growth.
• Take care to keep water channel and
sealing surface clear of debris.
• Do not store the valuable items
underbed storage area.
• Do not apply water directly to the
underbed storage bin latch. It may
cause latch damage.

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WARNING
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• Do not go into the underbed storage.
• If someone is locked inside the bin,
push the emergency release lever (1).
How to open underbed storage lid
manually
If there is an electrical failure that
prevents the bed underbed storage
lid from opening, the latch can be
mechanically released using the
following steps:
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1. Remove the tailgate assembly from its
hinges.
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2. Insert a ridged hook or tool between
the lid and floor, locating the release
cable with the tool.
3. Provide an even downward force to
release the latch.

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Tie Down
Tie Down Locations
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[A] Fixed Tie Down
[B] D-Ring
You can secure cargo to the vehicle using
hooks, ropes and straps with heavy duty
tie downs from various location on the
pickup bed.
• Fixed Tie Down also acts as a Cleat for
looping rope.
• D-Ring can be rotated about the bolt
and the bracket.
• D-Ring and Fixed Tie Down can be
hooked through their openings.
Information
• Put cargo evenly on the pickup bed.
Place the heaviest items on the bottom
and as far forward as possible of the
rear axle. Tie down and secure all items
that could be thrown out of the vehicle
during a crash or sudden stop.
• If you stack items higher than the bed
sides, tailgate, or back window, secure
them with a net or cover. This will
reduce the risk of items being thrown
out of the pickup bed during a crash or
sudden stop.
CAUTION
• Load the cargo securely before
starting to drive.
WARNING
• Do not exceed 440 lbs. (200 kgf) load
on a tie down.
WARNING
• Allowing passengers to ride in the
pickup bed or on the tailgate can
result in death or serious injury in
a crash. Make sure all passengers
ride in a seat and wear a seat belt
properly
• Never let passengers ride in the
pickup bed, in the trunk space, or on
the bed rails. This could cause very
serious injuries or death. No one
should ride in any position on your
vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
• Exceeding load limits or improperly
loading cargo on the vehicle can
cause a crash in which could result in
serious injury or death.
• Load the cargo carefully before
starting to drive.

Driving Your Vehicle
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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 and all doors are
securely closed and locked. Unless
absolutely necessary for hauling
cargo, etc. close the tailgate before
driving your vehicle.
• If you are driving with the tailgate
down use extra caution when backing
up.
• 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

Driving Your Vehicle
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Remote Start (if equipped)
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You can start the vehicle using the
Remote Start button of the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
1. Press the door lock button within 32
feet (10 m) from the vehicle.
2. Press and hold the remote start button
(
) within 4 seconds after pressing
the Door Lock button on the remote.
3. To turn off the remote start function,
press the remote start (
) button
once.
• The remote start (
) button may not
operate if the smart key is not within
32 feet (10 m).
• The vehicle will not remotely start if
the engine hood or tailgate is opened.
• The vehicle must be in P (Park) for the
remote start function to start.
• The engine turns off if you get in the
vehicle without a registered smart key.
• The engine turns off if you do not get
in the vehicle within 10 minutes after
remotely starting the vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine for a long
period.
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off
If your vehicle is parked and the engine
is left on for a long period of time, the
engine will turn off automatically to help
reduce fuel consumption and prevent
accidents caused by carbon dioxide
poisoning.
Operating conditions vehicle auto-
shut off timer operates
when all the following conditions are
satisfied:
• Vehicle speed is below 1.8 mph (3
km/h), and the gear is shifted to P
(Park)
• The brake pedal and accelerator pedal
are not depressed
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened
The passenger seat is empty
• The infotainment system is being
updated
Deactivating conditions
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off timer turns
offwhen one of the situation occur:
• Vehicle speed is above 1.8 mph
(3km/h)
• The gear is shifted to R (Reverse),
D(Drive) or N (Neutral)
• The brake pedal or accelerator pedalis
depressed
• The driver’s seat belt is fastened
• A passenger is in the passenger’s seat

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Releasing the parking brake
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To release EPB (Electronic Parking
Brake):
1. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the ON or START position.
2. Press the EPB switch while depressing
the brake pedal.
Make sure the Parking Brake warning
light goes off.
To release EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)
automatically:
• Gear in P (Park)
With the engine running depress the
brake pedal and shift out of P (Park) to R
(Reverse) or D (Drive).
• Gear in N (Neutral)
With the engine running depress the
brake pedal and shift out of N (Neutral)
to R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
• Satisfy the following conditions
1. Ensure the doors, hood and tailgate
are closed.
2. With the engine running, depress the
brake pedal and shift out of P (Park) to
R (Reverse), D (Drive) or Manual shift
mode.
3. Depress the accelerator pedal.
Make sure the Parking Brake warning
light goes off.
Information
• For your safety, you can engage EPB
even though the Engine Stop/Start
button is in the OFF position (only if
battery power is available), but you
cannot release it.
• For your safety, depress the brake
pedal and release the parking brake
manually with the EPB switch when
you drive downhill or when backing up
the vehicle.
NOTICE
• If the Parking Brake warning light is
still on even though the EPB has been
released, have the system checked
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
• Do not drive your vehicle with EPB
applied. It may cause excessive brake
pad and brake rotor wear.