2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA lights

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Battery Saver Function
The purpose of this feature is to
help prevent the battery from being
discharged. The system automatically
turns off the parking lamp when the
driver turns the vehicle off and opens the
driver-side door.
With this feature, the parking lamps will
turn off automatically if the driver parks
on the side of road at night.
However, the position lamps stay ON
even when the driver-side door is opened
if the headlight switch is turned to the
position lamp or AUTO (if equipped)
position after the engine is turned off.
If necessary, to keep the lamps on
turn the position lamps OFF and ON
again using the headlight switch on
the steering column after the engine is
turned off.
Headlight Delay Function
(if equipped)
If you place the ignition switch in the
ACC or OFF position with the headlights
ON, the headlights (and/or parking
lamps) remain on for about 5 minutes.
However, with the engine off if the
driver’s door is opened and closed, the
headlights (and/or parking lamps) are
turned off after 15 seconds.
The headlights (and/or parking lamps)
can be turned off by pressing the lock
button on the remote key or smart key
twice or turning the light switch to the
OFF or AUTO position. However, if you
turn the light switch to the AUTO position
when it is dark outside, the headlights
will not be turned off.
You can activate or deactivate the
headlight Delay function from the User
Settings Mode in the LCD display.
For more details, refer to “LCD Display
Modes” in chapter 4. If your vehicle is
equipped with additional navigation,
please refer to the infotainment system
manual separately supplied.
NOTICE
If the driver exits the vehicle through
another door besides the driver
door, the battery saver function
does not operate and the headlight
delay function does not turn OFF
automatically.
This may cause the battery to
discharge. To avoid battery discharge,
turn OFF the headlights manually from
the headlight switch before exiting the
vehicle.

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High Beam Assist Operation
Display and control

[After selecting ‘High Beam Assist’
in the Settings menu, High Beam
Assist will operate by following the
procedure below.
- Place the headlight switch in the AUTO position and push
the headlight lever towards the
instrument cluster. The High Beam
Assist (
) indicator light will
illuminate on the cluster and High
Beam Assist will be enabled.
- When High Beam Assist is enabled, high beam will turn on when vehicle
speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
When vehicle speed is below 15
mph (25 km/h), high beam will turn
off.
- The High Beam (
) indicator light
will illuminate on the cluster when
high beam is on.

[ When High Beam Assist is operating,
if the headlight lever or switch is used,
High Beam Assist operates as follow:
- If the headlight lever is pulled towards you when the high beam
is off, the high beam will turn on
without High Beam Assist canceled.
When you let go of the headlight
lever, the lever will move to the
middle and the high beam will turn
off.
- If the headlight lever is pulled towards you when the high beam is
on by High Beam Assist, low beam
will turn on and High Beam Assist
will turn off.
- If the headlight switch is placed from AUTO to another position
(headlight/position/off), High
Beam Assist will turn off and the
corresponding lamp will turn on.
[
When High Beam Assist is operating,
high beam switches to low beam if
any of the following conditions occur:
- When the headlight of an oncoming vehicle is detected.
- When the tail lamp of a vehicle in front is detected.
- When the headlight or tail lamp of a motorcycle or a bicycle is detected.

- When the surrounding ambient light
is bright enough that high beams
are not required.

- When streetlights or other lights are
detected.
High Beam Assist Malfunction
and Limitations
High Beam Assist malfunction
OTM050218L
When High Beam Assist is not working
properly, the ‘Check High Beam Assist
(HBA) system’ warning message
will appear and
warning light will
illuminate on the cluster. Have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

Convenience Features5-74
Limitations of High Beam Assist
High Beam Assist may not work properly
in the following situations:

[ Light from an oncoming or front
vehicle is not detected because of
lamp damage, or because it is hidden
from sight, etc.

[ Headlight of an oncoming or front
vehicle is covered with dust, snow or
water.

[ A front vehicle’s headlights are off, but
the fog lamps are on, etc.

[ There is a lamp that has a similar
shape as a vehicle’s lamp.

[ Headlights have been damaged or not
repaired properly.

[ Headlights are not aimed properly.

[ Driving on a narrow-curved road,
rough road, uphill or downhill.

[ Vehicle in front is partially visible on a
crossroad or curved road.

[ There is a traffic light, reflecting sign,
flashing sign or mirror ahead.

[ There is a temporary reflector or flash
ahead (construction area).

[ The road conditions are bad such as
being wet, iced or covered with snow.

[ A vehicle suddenly appears from a
curve.

[ The vehicle is tilted from a flat tire or
is being towed.

[ Light from an oncoming or front
vehicle is not detected due to
obstacles in the air such as exhaust
fume, smoke, fog, snow, or water spay
or blizzard on the road, or fogging in
the lamp, etc.
Information
For more details on the limitations of the
front view camera, refer to “Forward
Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)” section
in chapter 7.
WARNING

[At times, High Beam Assist may not
work properly High Beam Assist is
for your convenience only. It is the
responsibility of the driver for safe
driving practices and always check
the road conditions for your safety.

[ When High Beam Assist does not
operate properly, change the
headlight position manually between
high beam and low beam.

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WARNING
Do not use the interior lights when
driving in the dark. The interior lights
may obscure your view and cause an
accident.
NOTICE
Do not use the interior lights for
extended periods when the vehicle is
turned off or the battery will discharge.
Interior Lamp AUTO Cut
The interior lamps will automatically go
off approximately 20 minutes after the
engine is turned off and the doors are
closed. If a door is opened, the lamp
will go off 40 minutes after the engine is
turned off. If the doors are locked by the
remote key or smart key and the vehicle
enters the armed stage of the theft
alarm system, the lamps will go off five
seconds later.
Front Lamps
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(1) Front Map Lamp
(2) Front Door Lamp
(3) Front Room Lamp ON
(4) Front Room Lamp OFF
Front map lamp:
Press either of these lens to turn the map
lamp on or o
ff. This light produces a spot
beam for convenient use as a map lamp
at night or as a personal lamp for the
driver and the front passenger.
INTERIOR LIGHTS

Driving Your Vehicle6-4
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 trunk, 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 seatbelt. Check that
all passengers have fastened their
seatbelts.

[ 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" 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 alcohol or take drugs and
drive.
Drinking alcohol 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 as 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 Vehicle6-6
Key ignition switch positions
Switch
Position Action Notice
LOCK T
o turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, put 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 Electrical accessories are usable.
The steering wheel unlocks.
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 in order 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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Engine Stop/Start button positions
Button
Position Action Notice
OFF T
o turn off the engine, press the
Engine Start/Stop button with shift
button in P (Park).
When you press the Engine Start/
Stop button without the shift
button in P (Park), the Engine Start/
Stop button does not turn to the
OFF position, but turns to the ACC
position.
ACC Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is in the OFF
position without depressing the
brake pedal.
Electrical accessories are usable. If you leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC position for more
than one hour, the battery power will
turn off automatically to prevent the
battery from discharging.
ON Press the Engine Start/Stop button
while it is in the ACC position
without depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ON position when the
engine is not running to prevent the
battery from discharging.
START To start the engine, depress the
brake pedal and press the Engine
Start/Stop button with the shift
button in the P (Park) or in the N
(Neutral) position.
For your safety, start the engine
with the shift button in the P (Park)
position. If you press the Engine Start/Stop
button without depressing the brake
pedal, the engine does not start
and the Engine Start/Stop button
changes as follows:
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Driving Your Vehicle6-46
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
(if equipped)
OCN7060021
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system helps to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering maneuvers. ESC checks
where you are steering and where the
vehicle is actually going. ESC applies
braking pressure to any one of the
vehicle's brakes and intervenes in the
engine management system to assist the
driver with keeping the vehicle on the
intended path. It is not a substitute for
safe driving practices. Always adjust your
speed and driving to the road conditions.
WARNING
Never drive too fast for the road
conditions or too quickly when
cornering. The ESC system will not
prevent accidents.
Excessive speed in turns, abrupt
maneuvers, and hydroplaning on wet
surfaces can result in severe accidents.
ESC operation
ESC ON condition
When the ignition switch is in the
ON position, the ESC and the ESC
OFF indica
tor lights illuminate for
approximately three seconds. After both
lights go off, the ESC is enabled.
When operating
When the ESC is in operation,
the ESC indicator light blinks:

[ When you apply your brakes under
conditions which may lock the wheels,
you may hear sounds from the brakes,
or feel a corresponding sensation in
the brake pedal. This is normal and it
means your ESC is active.

[ When the ESC activates, the engine
may not respond to the accelerator as
it does under routine conditions.

[ If the Cruise Control was in use when
the ESC activates, the Cruise Control
automatically disengages. The Cruise
Control can be reengaged when the
road conditions allow. See "Cruise
Control System" later in this chapter.
(if equipped)

[ When moving out of the mud or
driving on a slippery road, the engine
RPM (revolutions per minute) may
not increase even if you press the
accelerator pedal deeply. This is to
maintain the stability and traction of
the vehicle and does not indicate a
problem.