2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID parking brake

Foreword / Hybrid System Overview1-10
Starting the Vehicle
Vehicles with smart key system
1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park). With the shift lever in N (Neutral), you
cannot start the vehicle.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button. If the hybrid system starts, the “
”
indicator will come on.
Whether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without depressing
the accelerator.
After following the start procedures, “
” indicator on the instrument cluster
will turn on. For more details, please
check chapter 6.
ECONOMICAL and SAFE OPERATION
of Hybrid system

[ Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a
moderate rate and maintain a steady
cruising speed. Do not make “jack-
rabbit” starts. Do not race between
stoplights.

[ Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible.
Always maintain a safe distance
from other vehicles so you can
avoid unnecessary braking. This also
reduces brake wear.

[ The regenerative brake generates
energy when the vehicle decelerates.

[ When the hybrid battery power is
low, the hybrid system automatically
recharges the hybrid battery.

[ When the engine is running with the
shift lever in N (Neutral), the hybrid
system cannot generate electricity.
The hybrid battery cannot recharge
with the shift lever in N (Neutral).
Information
In the hybrid system, the engine
automatically runs and stops. When
the hybrid system operates, the “
”
indicator is illuminated.
In the following situation, the engine may
operate automatically.
- When the engine is ready to run
- When the hybrid battery is being
charged
- Depending on the temperature
condition of the hybrid battery
Special Features
Hybrid vehicles sound different than
gasoline engine vehicles. When the
hybrid system operates, you may hear
a sound from the hybrid battery system
behind the rear seat. If you apply the
accelerator pedal rapidly, you may hear
an unconventional sound. When you
apply the brake pedal, you may hear
a sound from the regenerative brake
system. When the hybrid system is
turned off or on, you may hear a sound
in the engine compartment. If you
depress the brake pedal repeatedly
when the hybrid system is turned on,
you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment. None of these sounds
indicate a problem. These are normal
characteristics of hybrid vehicles.
If any of following occur, it’s a normal
condition if you hear a motor sound in
the engine compartment:
- After turning off the hybrid system, the brake pedal is released.
- When the hybrid system is turned off, the brake pedal is applied.
- When the driver door is opened.
DRIVING THE HYBRID VEHICLE

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Instrument cluster .................................. 4-4
2. Driver’s front air bag ............................. 3-38
3. Engine start button..................................6-7
4. Key ignition switch ................................. 6-4
5. Infotainment system ...........................5-109
6. Hazard warning flasher switch .............. 8-2
7. Climate control system ........................ 5-85 8. Passenger’s front air bag ..................... 3-38
9. Glove box ............................................. 5-102
10. Transmission shift lever ........................... 6-12
11. Drive mode button ............................... 6-38
12. Parking/View button ........................... 7-100
13. Electronic parking brake switch .......... 6-24
14. AUTO HOLD button .............................. 6-28

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3-11
WARNING
When returning the rear seatback from
a folded to an upright position, hold the
seatback and return it slowly. Ensure
that the seatback is completely locked
into its upright position by pushing on
the top of the seatback. In an accident
or sudden stop, an unlocked seatback
could allow cargo to move forward with
great force and enter the passenger
compartment, which could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING
Do not place objects in the rear seats,
since they cannot be properly secured
and may hit vehicle occupants in a
collision causing serious injury or death.
WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is off, the shift
lever is in P (Park), and the parking
brake is securely applied whenever
loading or unloading cargo. Failure to
take these steps may allow the vehicle
to move if the shift lever is inadvertently
moved to another position.
Armrest (if equipped)
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The armrest is located in the center of
the rear seat. Pull the armrest down from
the seatback to use it.
Head Restraints
The vehicle’s front and rear seats
have adjustable head restraints. The
head restraints provide comfort for
passengers, but more importantly they
are designed to help protect passengers
from whiplash and other neck and spinal
injuries during an accident, especially in
a rear impact collision.
WARNING
To help reduce the risk of serious
injury or death in an accident, take the
following precautions when adjusting
your head restraints:

[Always properly adjust the head
restraints for all passengers BEFORE
starting the vehicle.

[ NEVER let anyone ride in a seat
with the head restraints removed or
reversed.

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Instrument Cluster ........................................................................\
................. 4-4Instrument Cluster Control ........................................................................\
.............. 4-5Adjusting instrument cluster illumination ............................................................ 4-5
Gauges and Meters ........................................................................\
.......................... 4-5 Speedometer .....................................................................\
.................................... 4-5
Power gauge ..............................................................\
........................................... 4-6
Hybrid battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge ...................................................... 4-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
...................................... 4-7
Outside temperature gauge ........................................................................\
.......... 4-8
Odometer .....................................................................\
.......................................... 4-8
Range ..................................................................\
.................................................... 4-9
Transmission Shift Indicator ........................................................................\
............ 4-9 Dual clutch transmission shift indicator .............................................................. 4-9
Warning and Indicator Lights ........................................................................\
........ 4-10 Ready indicator ........................................................................\
............................ 4-10
EV mode indicator ........................................................................\
....................... 4-10
Service warning light ........................................................................\
................... 4-10
Air Bag Warning Light ........................................................................\
.................. 4-10
Seat Belt Warning Light ........................................................................\
................ 4-11
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light ......................................................... 4-11
Regenerative brake warning light ........................................................................\
4-11
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...................................................... 4-12
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light .................... 4-12
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light .................................................... 4-12
AUTO HOLD Indicator Light ........................................................................\
......... 4-13
Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Warning Light ........................................ 4-13
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ....................................................................... 4-13
Charging System Warning Light ........................................................................\
..4-14
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light ......................................................................4-14
Low Fuel Level Warning Light ........................................................................\
......4-14
Master Warning Light ........................................................................\
................... 4-15
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ........................................................................\
. 4-15
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light .............................................. 4-15
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light .......................................4-16
AUTO STOP indicator light ........................................................................\
...........4-16
Immobilizer Indicator Light ........................................................................\
..........4-16
Immobilizer Indicator Light (with smart key) ..................................................... 4-17
Turn Signal Indicator Light ........................................................................\
........... 4-17
Exterior Light Warning Light ........................................................................\
........ 4-17
LED headlight warning light ........................................................................\
.........4-18
High Beam Indicator Light ........................................................................\
...........4-18
Light ON Indicator Light ........................................................................\
...............4-18
4. Instrument Cluster

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Seat Belt Warning Light
This warning light informs the driver that
the seat belt is not fastened.
For more information, refer to “Seat
Belts” in chapter 3.
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid
Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

[When y
ou place the ignition switch to
the ON position.

- The parking brake light illuminates
for about 3 seconds and will then
turn off once the parking brake is
released.

[ Whenever the parking brake is
applied.

[ Whenever the brake fluid level in the
reservoir is low.
- If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it
indicates that the brake fluid level in
the reservoir is low.
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is
low:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe loca
tion and stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately
and add fluid as required (For more
information, refer to "Brake Fluid" in
chapter 9). After adding brake fluid,
check all brake components for fluid
leaks. If a brake fluid leak is found, or
if the warning light remains on, or if
the brakes do not operate properly, do
not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer. Dual-diagonal braking system
Your vehicle is equipped with dual-
diagonal br

aking systems. This means
you still have braking on two wheels even
if one of the dual systems should fail.
With only one of the dual systems
working, more than normal pedal travel
and greater pedal pressure is required to
stop the vehicle.
If the brakes fail while you are driving,
shift to a lower gear for additional engine
braking and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
WARNING
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning
Light
Driving the vehicle with a warning light
ON is dangerous. If the Parking Brake &
Brake Fluid Warning Light illuminates
with the parking brake released, it
indicates that the brake fluid level is
low.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Regenerative brake warning
light
(yellow)
This warning light illuminates:
When the regenerative brake does not
oper
ate and the brake does not perform
well. This causes the Brake Warning
light (red) and Regenerative Brake
Warning Light (yellow) to illuminate
simultaneously.
If this occurs, drive safely and we
recommend that you have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
The operation of the brake pedal may
be more difficult than normal and the
braking distance may increase.

Instrument Cluster4-12
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

[ When y
ou place the ignition switch to
the ON position.
- The ABS warning light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then turns
off.

[ Whenever there is a malfunction with
the ABS.
Note that the hydraulic braking
system will still be operational even if
there is a malfunction with the ABS.
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD) System
Warning Light
These two warning lights illuminate at the
same time while driving:
When the ABS and regular brake system
ma

y not work normally.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
WARNING
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD) System Warning Light
When both ABS and Parking Brake &
Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the
brake system will not work normally
and you may experience an unexpected
and dangerous situation during sudden
braking.
In this case, avoid high speed driving
and abrupt braking.
Have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as
possible.
Information - Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
System Warning Light
When the ABS Warning Light is on
or both ABS and Parking Brake &
Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the
speedometer, odometer, or tripmeter may
not work. Also, the MDPS Warning Light
may illuminate and the steering effort may
increase or decrease.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon
as possible.
Electronic Parking Brake
(EPB) Warning Light
(if equipped)
EPB
This warning light illuminates:

[ When y
ou place the Engine Start/Stop
button to the ON position.
- The EPB warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and
then turns off.

[ Whenever there is a malfunction with
the EPB.
If this occurs, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Information
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
Warning Light may illuminate when
the Electronic Stability control (ESC)
Indicator Light comes on to indicates that
the ESC is not working properly (This
does not indicate malfunction of the EPB).

Instrument Cluster4-16
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:

[ When y
ou place the ignition switch to
the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.

[ When you deactivate the ESC system
by pressing the ESC OFF button.
For more information, refer to
“Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in
chapter 6.
AUTO STOP indicator light
(if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:
When the engine enters the Idle Stop
mode o
f ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system.
When the engine automatically starts,
the AUTO STOP indicator on the cluster
Illuminates to white.
For more details, refer to "ISG (Idle Stop
and Go) system" section in chapter 6.
Information
When the engine automatically starts
by the ISG system, some warning lights
(ABS, ESC, ESC OFF, MDPS or Parking
brake warning light) may turn on for a
few seconds. This happens because of
low battery voltage. It does not mean the
system has malfunctioned.
Immobilizer Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:

[ When the v
ehicle detects the
immobilizer in the key with the
ignition switch in the ON position.
- At this time, you can start the engine.

- The indicator light goes off after
starting the engine.
This indicator light blinks:

[ When ther
e is a malfunction with the
immobilizer system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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12V battery discharging due to
additional electrical devices
This message is displayed if the 12V
battery voltage is weak due to any
non-factory electrical accessories (ex.
dashboard camera) while parking. Be
careful that the battery is not discharged.
If the message appears after removing
the non-factory electrical accessories,
we recommend that you have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Press START button with key
(for smart key system)
This warning message is displayed if you
press the Engine Start/Stop button while
the warning message "Key not detected"
is displayed.
At this time, the immobilizer indicator
light blinks.
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse (for
smart key system and automatic
transmission/intelligent variable
transmission)
This warning message is displayed if the
brake switch fuse is disconnected.
You need to replace the fuse with a new
one before starting the engine.
If that is not possible, you can start the
engine by pressing the Engine Start/
Stop button for 10 seconds in the ACC
position.
Door, Hood, Trunk Open Indicator
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This warning is displayed if any door or
the hood or the liftgate is left open. The
warning will indicate which door is open
in the display.
CAUTION
Before driving the vehicle, you should
confirm that the door/hood/liftgate
are fully closed. Also, check there is no
door/hood/liftgate open warning light
or message displayed on the instrument
cluster.
Sunroof Open (if equipped)
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This warning is displayed if you turn off
the engine when the sunroof is open.
Close the sunroof securely before leaving
your vehicle.