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 Information
•	The vehicle must be in P (Park) for the 
remote start function to start. 
•	 The engine turns off if you get on the 
vehicle without a registered smart key. 
•	 The engine turns off if you do not get 
on the vehicle within 10 minutes after 
remotely starting the vehicle.
•	 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 liftgate is opened.
•	 Do not idle the engine for a long period.
Remote Smart Parking Assist 
Feature (if equipped)
Some models are equipped with Remote 
Smart Parking Assist Feature.  With the 
Smart Key, the vehicle can be moved 
forward or backward remotely to enter or 
exit a tight parking space.
For more details, refer to “Remote 
Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)” section in 
chapter 7.
Panic alarm
The horn sounds and the hazard warning 
lights blink for about 30 seconds if this 
button is pressed for more than 1 second 
To stop the horn and lights, press any 
button on the transmitter.
Push Button Start/Stop (if equipped)
Some models are equipped with a push 
button start instead of a key cylinder.  
You can leave your Smart Key in your 
pocket or purse when you start your 
vehicle.
For more details, refer to the “Engine 
Start/Stop Button” section in chapter 6.
 Information
If the smart key is not moved for some 
time, the detection function for smart key 
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to 
activate the detection again.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the smart key:
•	Keep the smart key in a cool, 
dry place to avoid damage or 
malfunction. Exposure to moisture 
or high temperature may cause 
the internal circuit of the smart key 
to malfunction which may not be 
covered under warranty.
•	 Avoid dropping or throwing the 
smart key.
•	 Protect the smart key from extreme 
temperatures.   

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Immobilizer system
The immobilizer system helps protect 
your vehicle from theft. If an improperly 
coded key (or other device) is used, the 
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the Engine Start/Stop button 
is pressed to the ON position, the 
immobilizer system indicator should 
come on briefly, then go off. If the 
indicator starts to blink, the system does 
not recognize the coding of the key.
Press the Engine Start/Stop button to 
the OFF position, then press the Engine 
Start/Stop button to the ON position 
again.
The system may not recognize your 
key’s coding if another immobilizer key 
or other metal object (i.e., key chain) is 
near the key. The engine may not start 
because the metal may interrupt the 
transponder signal from transmitting 
normally.
If the system repeatedly does not 
recognize the coding of the key, it is 
recommended that you contact your 
HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system 
or add other devices to it. Electrical 
problems could result that may make 
your vehicle inoperable. WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your 
vehicle, do not leave spare keys 
anywhere in your vehicle. Your 
immobilizer password is a customer 
unique password and should be kept 
confidential.
NOTICE
The transponder in your key is an 
important part of the immobilizer 
system. It is designed to give years 
of trouble-free service, however you 
should avoid exposure to moisture, 
static electricity and rough handling. 
Immobilizer system malfunction could 
occur.
 Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the 
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three 
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful 
interference.
2. This device must accept any 
interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly 
approved by the party responsible 
for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the device.    

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Start-up with Digital Key
1. After placing your registered 
smartphone onto the authentication 
pad (same location as the wireless 
charging pad), step on the brake and 
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
2. After start-up, the digital key data 
will be automatically updated. It 
takes 5 to 20 seconds, after that, 
the smartphone can be go into the 
wireless charging mode automatically. 
Once the engine started, you can 
remove the smartphone from the pad.
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[A] :  Wireless Charging Pad (In-vehicle Authentication Pad)
 Information
After reconnecting the vehicle battery 
power supply or charging the battery, it 
may take time to operate due to remote 
renewal of security information. In this 
case, when you lock or unlock the doors 
using your smartphone Digital Key, it 
may take a little longer for the vehicle to 
authenticate.  Hold your smartphone near 
the NFC door handle sensor for a few 
seconds or until you hear the door locks 
actuate. Note that if your vehicle is parked in an 
area where cell coverage is weak, the 
smartphone Digital Key can still be used on 
for a limited number of times to unlock and 
start your vehicle.
After starting your vehicle, it is 
recommended to leave your smartphone 
on the wireless charging pad until cell 
phone service is stronger and digital key 
authentication can occur.
Once authentication is complete, the 
wireless charger will turn on (wireless 
charging LED will illuminate).
 CAUTION
The engine can be turned on if the 
registered smartphone or card key is 
placed on the interior authentication 
pad (wireless charger). Do not leave 
children unattended in the vehicle 
when using the smartphone Digital Key.  
Serious injury or death can occur.
Do not leave anyone in the vehicle 
without knowledge of the Digital Key 
system when using the smartphone 
Digital Key. Always have the registered 
digital key (smartphone) or card key 
with you to prevent vehicle theft when 
leaving the vehicle.
For more information, refer to the 
Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 6.
    

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Remote Control with Digital Key
To use the remote control function with 
your android smartphone, Bluetooth 
must be turned on.
Remote Control Connection with Digital 
Key
1. Open the Hyundai digital key 
application on your smart phone.  
Select your vehicle within the App.
2. Approach with the activated 
smartphone app to your vehicle 
and you can check whether the 
connection is available. If it enables 
your smartphone to connect, connect 
with your vehicle by pressing the 
connect button. The remote control 
function is activated after completing 
the process.
Remote Control Operation with Digital 
Key
You can execute the remote control 
operation including door lock/unlock, 
panic on/off, remote start / remote 
stop and trunk opening. The icon for 
each function will be highlighted and 
alarm/vibration also provided when the 
operation is performed.
Note that you cannot lock your vehicle 
using the Hyundai digital key app if any 
of the following occurs:
•	 The POWER button is in ACC or ON 
position.
•	 Any doors are open.
When the smartphone and the vehicle 
are connected by the Bluetooth function 
but the remote control command 
cannot be received over 5 minutes, the 
remote control connection is cancelled 
automatically.
 CAUTION
•	 If metallic window tint was applied 
to your vehicle, it may cause 
bad Bluetooth connection or 
performance degradation of the 
digital key.
•	 If multiple users operate the remote 
control function simultaneously, the 
connection between the digital key 
and the vehicle might result in failed 
commands. Please connect and 
operate the remote control function 
only the necessary user.
•	 When using the remote control 
operation, the driver (the remote 
control user) should leave the vehicle 
after confirming the door lock (the 
chime sounds once and the hazard 
warning lights blink).
•	 The remote functions of the Digital 
Key app enables the vehicle to be 
controlled from a set distance. If 
the digital key or the vehicle goes 
beyond the operable distance, the 
remote control function might be 
disconnected or cancelled.
•	 If the digital key (smartphone) is 
connected with the vehicle for the 
remote control, the driver with the 
key goes far away from the vehicle, 
the function might not work. 
•	 If the remote control operation 
is executed where the mobile 
connection is weak, Bluetooth 
connection is poor due to several 
Bluetooth devices or there is an 
object such as metal or concrete, it 
might be delayed or the operable 
distance might decrease. You should 
not cover the smartphone with your 
hand or place other devices which 
can cause frequency interference. It 
may result in poor performance.
•	 If the remote control function is not 
available, please use NFC function to 
lock or unlock the doors.    

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Remote Start with Digital Key
•	Using the Hyundai Digital Key app 
on your phone, press the Door Lock 
button and then press the Remote 
Start button (buttons must be pressed 
within about 4 seconds). If all the 
doors of your vehicle are closed 
(including the hood and the liftgate), 
the engine will be automatically 
started. 
 
Note that when the remote start 
feature is activated, the hazard 
warning lights will blink two times 
and a chime will sound before engine 
startup. Also note the following:
•	 The climate control system will come 
on using the same settings from when 
you last used the vehicle
•	 To turn off the engine, press the 
Remote Engine Stop button within the 
Hyundai Digital Key app.
•	 The engine will remain running for 
approximately 10 minutes,  and then 
engine will automatically shut OFF.
•	 To keep the engine running, access 
the vehicle and place the smartphone 
on the wireless charging pad 
(authentication pad) while the engine 
is still in remote engine-ON mode.
For more information, refer to the Engine 
Start/Stop button in chapter 6. Vehicle information Display
The digital key application displays 
the vehicle information such as 
driving or door conditions through the 
communication with the vehicle.
•	
How to check : Select the vehicle 
what you want to check and touch 
the vehicle image, then vehicle 
information display page will be 
shown.
•	 Contents : accumulated odometer, 
latest fuel economy, driving range, 
fuel remaining, tire pressure, doors 
lock/unlock status and last data 
updated time.
 ÃNote that displayed vehicle data may 
be slightly different from the current 
vehicle condition
 ÃFor more information, please refer to 
the ‘Tutorial’ on your Digital key app.   
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[1] : Door handle authentication pad, 
[2]:  NFC Antenna
NFC door lock/unlock
 To unlock your vehicle using the NFC 
card key, touch the card key near the 
door han HYUNDAI TUCSON 2022  Owners Manual Convenient features
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[1] : Door handle authentication pad, 
[2]:  NFC Antenna
NFC door lock/unlock
 To unlock your vehicle using the NFC 
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ONX4050002
[1] : Door handle authentication pad, 
[2]:  NFC Antenna
NFC door lock/unlock
 To unlock your vehicle using the NFC 
card key, touch the card key near the 
door handle NFC touch sensor of either 
the driver side or passenger side door.  
Hold the card key near the touch sensor 
area for about 2 seconds.  You will hear 
the doors lock or unlock.
If you unlock your vehicle from the 
passenger side door handle, then all the 
doors will unlock.  If you unlock your 
vehicle from the driver side door handle, 
then either the driver door only or all 
the doors will unlock depending on the 
setting of the Two Press Unlock feature.  
Refer to User Settings to change the 
Driver Door unlock mode.
To lock your vehicle using the NFC card 
key, touch the card key near the door 
handle NFC touch sensor of either the 
driver side or passenger side door.  
Before you leave your vehicle, verify 
that your vehicle is locked.  When using 
your NFC card key on the front door 
handle, listen to hear that the door lock 
has actuated, and then pull the handle 
within 3 seconds to confirm the doors 
are locked.
 Inoperable condition
When using the NFC card key to lock or 
unlock your vehicle, be sure to touch 
the card key near the center of the door 
handle to enable the sensor to activate.
Note that you must take the card out of 
your wallet or purse to use the card key 
correctly.  If the card key is not touching 
the door handle sensor or is in close 
proximity to other NFC-enabled cards, it 
may not work.
Note that if you attempt to use the 
NFC card key to lock the doors, the 
doors will not lock under the following 
circumstances:
•	
The Smart Key is in the vehicle
•	 The Engine Start/Stop button is in the 
ACC or ON position
•	 Any of the doors are open (except for 
the liftgate)
If this occurs, then a chime will sound 
for about 3 seconds.  Check the vehicle 
before attempting to lock the car again.
If you have difficulty locking or unlocking 
the vehicle using the NFC card key, 
remove the card key away from the door 
handle sensor for a few seconds (card 
key must be more than 4 inches away) 
and then retry.
If the card key is damaged or bent, the 
sensor on the door handle may not 
properly detect the card key.  If this 
occurs contact your authorized Hyundai 
dealer for a card key replacement.
Be careful not to damage the card 
key or expose the card key to extreme 
temperatures or direct sunlight for long 
periods of time.
Note that when the doors have been 
unlocked using the NFC digital card key, 
the Lock/Unlock switch on the driver 
door may not be immediately available.
(If you attempt to lock the doors using 
the driver door lock switch, the doors will 
lock and then immediately unlock when 
you close the door.)    

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Start-up with Card key
After placing your registered card key 
onto the interior authentication pad 
(wireless charger), step on the brake and 
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
 WARNING
•	If you do not place the digital key 
(card key) onto the center of the 
interior authentication pad (wireless 
charger) exactly, the card key may 
not be recognized. If the engine is 
not turned on, adjust and place the 
key again.
•	 If you overlap and use the key 
with NFC-enabled cards such as 
transportation card or credit card, 
the card key may not be recognized.
•	 If the digital key (card key) does not 
work, please detach the key around 
4 inches (0.1 m) from the handle 
authentication pad and retry to 
contact.
•	 The card key may be damaged due to 
impact. It would not work properly if 
the key is damaged. You should buy a 
new card and register again. 
For more information, refer to the 
Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 6.
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Type B
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Digital key application/cancellation
If you do not want to use the digital key 
(smartphone and card key), you can 
disable the function temporarily. You 
should have the smart key when you 
change the settings
 Ã With Navigation screen :  
From the infotainment screen menu, 
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key] 
- [Enable Digital Keys] (deselect)
 ÃWithout navigation screen :  
From cluster menu, go to [Digital Key] 
- [Enable Digital Keys] (deselect)
 Information
For the digital key disable, the smart key 
must be exist inside the car. For the digital 
key enable, the smart key is not needed.   

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 CAUTION
If you uncheck Enable digital keys, it is 
impossible to lock or unlock the doors 
or start up the vehicle with digital keys 
such as smartphone and card key. If 
you check Enable digital keys again, the 
registered digital keys(smartphone and 
card key) are available. Even though 
you stop the digital key function, the 
registered keys (smartphone and card 
key) are not deleted. 
Personalized profile and vehicle 
settings
You have the ability to set the registered 
digital key with one of two personalized 
profiles.  Then, when you use the digital 
card key or the Digital Key App, the 
vehicle will be set to the user-defined 
personalized profile (which includes 
such items as driver settings, audio 
preferences, etc.).
There are two profile connections and 
personalization settings available for 
Driver 1 and Driver 2.Profile link/unlinked
Profile link
1.		 Select	Setup	→	User	Profile	→	Profile	Settings	→	Link	Digital	Key	(Smartphone) on the infotainment 
system menu.
2.  Unlock and place your smartphone on the wireless charger according to a 
message and it automatically starts to 
interwork.
3. It begins the pro
file link with a message.
4. If you select Link, the registered phone number’s digital key and the 
user’s profile are linked.
5.  The interconnection process is completed with a message. 
Profile unlink
1. Select Digital Ke y information on infotainment Vehicle Settings menu. It 
is possible to unlink only if the profile 
is interconnected.
2. Profile unlink is completed with a message.
 Information
If you connect both Driver 1 and Driver 2 
with a single smartphone, the smartphone 
digital key always works as Driver 1.
If you unlink the Driver 1, personalization 
function will operate as Driver 2.