2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 climate control

Convenience Features
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Climate Control
Additional Features
if equipped
A/C Automatic Drying
A/C Automatic Drying feature dries the
moisture in the air conditioner and
reduces air conditioner odor. The blower
motor automatically operates after 30
minutes the vehicle is turned off.
Turning A/C Automatic Drying On or
off
The A/C Automatic Drying feature can be
turned on and off by selecting Setup >
Vehicle Settings > Climate > Climate
Features > A/C Automatic Drying from
the infotainment system.
Information The infotainment system may change after
software updates. For more information, refer
to the user's manual provided in the
infotainment system and the quick reference
guide.

If the operating condition is satisfied after
setting the feature, the operating
condition is displayed on the
infotainment system and the blower
motor automatically operates.
When the A/C Automatic Drying feature is
activated, the air conditioner sets the fan
speed to the third level, selects Fresh
mode, and directs the air flow to the floor.
Operating conditions
The A/C Automatic Drying feature
operates under the following conditions:
• The vehicle is turned off after operating the air conditioner for a certain period
• The 12 V battery level is sufficient • The outside temperature is above a
certain level
Non-operating conditions
The A/C Automatic Drying feature stops
operating under the following conditions:
• The A/C Automatic Drying feature has operated for 3 minutes
• The Start/Stop button is pressed, or the vehicle is on
• The climate control system is operated remotely
Information • The A/C Automatic Drying feature reduces air conditioner odors but may not remove
all odors.
• The A/C Automatic Drying feature does not operate if the remaining battery level is
insufficient to prevent battery discharge.

Auto Defogging System
B5021201
Auto defogging helps reduce the
possibility of fogging up the inside of the
windshield by automatically sensing the
moisture on inside the windshield.
Information The auto defogging system may not operate
normally, when the outside temperature is
below 14 °F (-10 °C).

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When the Auto Defogging System
operates, the indicator will illuminate.
If a high amount of humidity is detected in
the vehicle, the Auto Defogging System
will be enabled. The following steps will
be performed automatically:
Step 1)
Air conditioning will turn ON.
Step 2)
Air intake control will change to Fresh
mode.
Step 3)
Mode will change to defrost to direct
airflow to the windshield.
Step 4)
Fan speed will be set to MAX.
If the air conditioning is off or
recirculation mode is manually selected
while Auto Defogging System is ON, the
Auto Defogging System indicator will
blink 3 times to signal that the manual
operation has been canceled.
Turning the Auto Defogging System
ON or OFF
Climate control system
Touch the front windshield defroster icon
for 3 seconds when the Start/Stop button
is in the ON position. When the Auto
Defogging System is turned off, the ADS
OFF symbol will blink 3 times and ADS
OFF will be displayed on the climate
control information system.
When the Auto Defogging System is
turned on, the ADS OFF symbol will blink
6 times without a signal.
Infotainment system
Auto Defogging System can be turned on
and off by selecting Setup > Vehicle > Climate
> Defog /Defrost Options > Auto
Defog from the infotainment system.
Information The infotainment system may change after
software updates. For more information, refer
to the user's manual provided in the
infotainment system and the quick reference
guide.

Information • When the air conditioning is turned on by
Auto Defogging System, if you try to turn
off the air conditioning, the indicator will
blink 3 times and the air conditioning will
not be turned off.
• To maintain the effectiveness and efficiency of the Auto Defogging System,
do not select Recirculation mode while the
system is operating.
• When Auto Defogging System is operating, fan speed adjustment, temperature
adjustment, and air intake control selection
are all disabled.

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if equipped
Auto Dehumidify
To increase cabin air quality and reduce
windshield misting, recirculation mode
switches off automatically after about 5
minutes, depending on the outside
temperature, and the air intake will
change to fresh mode.
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Convenience Features
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Turning Auto Dehumidify ON or OFF
Climate control system
To turn the Auto Dehumidify feature on or
off, select Face level ( ) mode and touch
the air intake control icon at least five
times within three seconds. When Auto
Dehumidify is turned on, the air intake
control button indicator will blink 6 times.
When turned off, the indicator will blink 3
times.
Infotainment system
Auto Dehumidify can be turned on and off
by selecting Setup > Vehicle > Climate >
Automatic Ventilation > Auto
Dehumidify from the infotainment
system.
Information If the battery (12 V) is discharged or
disconnected, Auto dehumidify settings will
be reset. Readjust the settings to turning Auto
dehumidify option ON or OFF.

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Sunroof Inside Air
if equipped
recirculation
When the is sunroof opened, fresh mode
will be automatically selected. At this
time, if you press the air intake control
button, recirculation mode will be
selected but will change back to fresh
mode after 3 minutes. When the sunroof
is closed, the air intake position will return
to the original position that was selected.
Recirculating Air When
Washer Fluid Is Used
Recirculation mode automatically
activates to reduce any objectionable
scent of the washer fluid from entering
the cabin when the windshield washer is
used.
Turning Activate upon Washer Fluid
Use ON or OFF
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use can be
turned on and off by selecting Setup >
Vehicle > Climate > Internal air
circulation > Activation on washer fluid
use from the infotainment system.
Information The infotainment system may change after
software updates. For more information, refer
to the user's manual provided in the
infotainment system and the quick reference
guide.

if equipped
Recirculation Mode Plus
• To prevent the inflow of polluted air
into the vehicle when passing through a
tunnel, this function automatically
closes the windows and switches the
climate control system to Recirculation
mode for about 7 seconds before
entering a tunnel based on the map
information of the navigation and the
speed of the vehicle.
• The windows automatically closes before entering a tunnel and area
requiring air recirculation. The windows
open to the previous position after
passing the area. If the power window
switch is operated before the window
opens, the window does not open to
the previous position.
• Tunnel linkage automatic control is available only for models with
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one-touch automatic window function
for all seats. To use this feature, it must
be enabled from the Settings menu in
the infotainment system. Select Setup
> Vehicle > Climate > Recirculate air >
Others .
Information The infotainment system may change after
software updates. For more information, refer
to the user's manual provided in the
infotainment system and the quick reference
guide.

Automatic Controls Linked to
Climate Control Settings (for
driver’s seat)
The temperature of the driver’s seat
warmer, air ventilated seat and heated
steering wheel is automatically controlled
depending on the inside and outside
temperature of the vehicle when the
vehicle is running.
To use these features, it must be enabled
from the Settings menu in the
infotainment system.
Select Setup > Vehicle > Seat >
Warmer/Ventilation Features > Link to
Climate Settings for Auto-Adjustment >
Driver Seat Warmer/Ventilation .
For more information on Auto Comfort
Control, refer to the "Seat Warmers" and
"Air Ventilation Seats" section in chapter 3
and "Heated Steering Wheel" section in this chapter.
Smart Ventilation
The smart ventilation system maintains
pleasant/fresh air condition inside the
passenger compartment by
automatically detecting/controlling the
temperature and humidity, when you
drive the vehicle with the climate control
system in the OFF position. When the smart ventilation system starts to
operate, the message
'SMART
VENTILATION ON' appears for 5 seconds.
• The smart ventilation system stops operating, when the BLOWER DOWN
OFF button of the climate control
system is selected.
• The smart ventilation system stops operating, when any button of the
climate control system is selected for
operation.
• The smart ventilation system may not operate, when the vehicle is driven at
low speed.
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Drive Modes Characteristic
The characteristic of each components varies depending on which drive mode is
selected.
*1 It is possible to set the driving condition for each drive mode, at the drive mode setting in Infotainment system.
Information The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the
user`s manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.

Drive ModeSNOWNORMALECOSPORT
Characteristics Snow driving Normal
driving mode High electric energy
efficiency mode Sporty driving
mode
Button
activation Press more
than 1 sec. Press
Press Press
Indicator on the cluster SNOW NORMAL
ECOSPORT
Climate system control NORMAL NORMAL ECO(ECO/NORMAL)
*1NORMAL
Speed Limit - -- -
Regenerative braking level 0-1
0-3
Brake mode NORMAL NORMAL/SPO
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*1NORMAL NORMAL/SPO
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Detecting sensor
B7000108
B7000109
B7000110
(1) Front view camera
(2) Front radar
(3) Front corner radar (if equipped)
(4) Rear corner radar
Refer to the picture above for the detailed
location of the detecting sensors.
CAUTION Take the following precautions to
maintain optimal performance of the
detecting sensor:
• Never disassemble the detecting sensor or sensor assembly, or cause
any damage to it.
• If the detecting sensors have been replaced or repaired, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
• Never install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, or tint the front
windshield.
• Exercise extreme caution to keep the front view camera dry.
• Never place any reflective objects (for example, white paper, mirror) over the
dashboard.
• Do not place any objects near the front windshield or install any accessories on
the front windshield. It can affect the
performance of the defogging and
defrosting function of the climate
control system, which may prevent the
Driver Assistance systems from
operating.
• Do not apply license plate frame or objects, such as a bumper sticker, film
or a bumper guard, near the front radar
cover.
• Do not change the position of the license plate. The front radar’s
detection and control performance
may be affected.
• Always keep the front radar and cover clean and free of dirt and debris.
Use only a soft cloth to wash the
vehicle. Do not spray pressurized water
directly on the sensor or sensor cover.
• If the radar or around the radar has been damaged or impacted in any way,
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
may not properly operate even though
a warning message does not appear on
the instrument cluster. Have the
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Normal Maintenance Schedule
*1 Consult an authorized HYUNDAI dealer, when replacing or adding coolant.
I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R: Replace or change.
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Control Air Filter
(For Evaporator and
Blower Unit) I R I R I R I R I R I R I
Gear fluid III
Rotate Tires
(Includes Tire
Pressure and Tread
Wear Inspection) Rotate every 8,000 mi. (13,000 km) or 12 months
Coolant
*1At first, replace 120,000 mi. (200,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace every 24,000 mi. (40,000 km) or 24 month.
Brake fluid Inspect every 7,500 mi. (12,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 60,000 mi. (96,000 km) or 48 months
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Maintenance
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Washer Fluid
Checking the Washer Fluid
Level
B9002701
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold
climates to prevent freezing.
WARNING To prevent serious injury or death, take
the following safety precautions when
using washer fluid:
• Do not use coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid reservoir. Coolant can
severely obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control resulting in
an accident or damage to paint and
body trim.
• Do not allow sparks or flame to contact the washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Washer fluid may contain
alcohol and can be flammable.
• Do not drink washer fluid and avoid contact with skin. Washer fluid is
harmful to humans and animals.
• Keep washer fluid away from children and animals.

Cabin Air Filter
Filter Inspection
The cabin air filter must be replaced
according to the Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in severely
air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads
for a long period, it should be inspected
more frequently and replaced sooner.
Replace the cabin air filter by following
the procedure below and be careful to
avoid damaging other components.
Filter Replacement
1. Open the hood.
2. Lift up the front trunk cover while depressing the front trunk lever (1).

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3. Press and hold the lock (2) on the left side of the cover (3).
B9003603
4. Replace the cabin air filter.
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