2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 Owners Manual

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Drive mode Integrated
if equipped
Control System (AWD)
Drive Mode
B6009701
Drive mode may be selected according to
the driver's preference or road condition.
B6009702
The mode changes whenever the driver
pushes the DRIVE mode button.
NORMAL mode
Normal mode is a driving that provides
comfortable driving with normal motor
response. The vehicle is driven mainly
with the rear wheels (2WD), and
automatically converts to AWD according
to the road and driving conditions.
ECO mode
ECO mode is a driving mode vehicles
could change the engagement status of the motor according to the situation
required. Auto changing the driving
mode(2WD/AWD)helps improve energy
efficiency.
Electric energy efficiency varies
according to the driver's driving habit and
road condition.
• When ECO mode is selected, the ECO
indicator illuminates on the instrument
cluster and the color of the mood lamp
is changed.
• When ECO mode is activated: - The acceleration response may be slightly reduced if the accelerator
pedal is depressed moderately.
- The air conditioner performance may be limited.
- The shift pattern of the gear may change.
The above situations are normal
conditions when ECO mode is
activated to help improve electric
energy efficiency.
Limitations of ECO mode
If the following conditions occur while
ECO mode is operating, the system
operation is limited even though there is
no change in the ECO indicator.
• When coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until motor
performance becomes normal.
• When driving up a hill: The system will be limited to gain
power when driving uphill because
motor torque is restricted.
SPORT mode
SPORT mode is a driving mode improving
driving performance by fixing AWD
system and controlling gear.
In SPORT mode, the electric energy
efficiency may decrease.
• When SPORT mode is selected, the SPORT indicator illuminates on the
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instrument cluster and the color of the
mood lamp is changed.
• Whenever the vehicle is restarted, the drive mode reverts back to NORMAL
mode. If SPORT mode is desired,
re-select SPORT mode.
SNOW mode
SNOW mode is a driving mode improving
driving performance by changing the
engagement status of the motor
according to the situation required. Auto
changing the driving
mode(2WD/AWD)helps improve driving
stability.
• Press and hold the drive mode button to select SNOW mode.
• When SNOW mode is selected, the SNOW indicator will illuminate on the
instrument cluster and the color of the
mood lamp will change.
• When SNOW mode is activated, the driving power is distributed to four
wheels automatically, increasing the
stability of the vehicle.
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MY DRIVE MODE
In MY DRIVE MODE, you can adjust the
vehicle performance for each function. To
set MY DRIVE MODE, go to Setup >
Vehicle > Drive mode > CUSTOM > MY
DRIVE MODE in the infotainment system.
Press and hold the drive mode button to
select MY DRIVE MODE. The MY DRIVE
MODE indicator will illuminate on the
instrument cluster.
• When driving in 2WD, AWD will operate under following conditions:
- Driving at low speed or stopping
- Driving on an uphill or slippery road
- Malfunction of the rear-wheel motor
• If the controller is replaced or the controller software is updated, the
setting of MY DRIVE MODE may be
initialized.
MY DRIVE MODE
Power output Maximized/Normal/Mini
mized
Acceleration sensitivity High/Moderate/Low
Steering NORMAL/SPORT
Driveline AWD/AUTO
AWD/2WD
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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
RT
*1NORMAL NORMAL/SPO
RT *1
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Active Air Flap
B6014001
Active air flap system controls the air flap
below the front bumper to cool the
vehicle parts and improve energy
efficiency.
Information Active air flap system could be activate
regardless of the vehicle condition. (Parking,
driving, charging, etc.)

Malfunction
B6014101
The active air flap system may not
operate normally if the air flap is
temporarily opened due to foreign factors
or if the controller is contaminated by
snow or rain, etc.
When 'Check the active air flap system'
is popped up on cluster display, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and check the
status of the air flap.
Start the vehicle after performing the
necessary work like foreign matter
removal and waiting 10 minutes. If the
pop-up remains up, contact an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
CAUTION • Regardless of the pop-up, if the air flaps aren't in the same position, stop the
vehicle and wait for 10 minutes and
start the vehicle and inspect the air flap.
• The active air flap system is actuated by motors. Do not disturb actuation or
apply force excessively. It may cause
failure.

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if equipped
Active Sound Design
• Active Sound Design provides various virtual driving sounds based on the
driving mode, vehicle speed, and
accelerator pedal. You can adjust the
volume and change the settings for
acceleration pedal response and sound
style.
• To change the volume of the Active Sound Design in the infotainment
system, select: Setup > Vehicle >
Active Sound Design , or Setup >
Sound > Active Sound Design .
• The volume of the Active Sound Design is adjusted according to the drive mode
(Eco, Normal, Sport) selected.
• Any unauthorized replacement of the vehicle’s speaker and amplifier may
cause Active Sound Design to
malfunction.
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.

Special Driving
Conditions
Hazardous Driving Conditions
When hazardous driving elements are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud and sand, take the following
precautions:
• Drive cautiously and maintain a longer braking distance.
• Avoid abrupt braking or steering.
• When your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand, accelerate slowly to
avoid unnecessary wheel spin.
• Put sand, rock salt, tire chains or other non-slip materials under the wheels to
provide additional traction while the
vehicle becomes stuck in ice, snow, or
mud.
WARNING Changing the tire speed suddenly could
cause the tires to skid while driving on
slippery surface. Be careful when driving
on slippery surfaces.

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Rocking the Vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free
it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the
area around your front wheels. Then, shift
back and forth between R (Reverse) and a
forward gear.
Try to avoid spinning the wheels, and do
not race the vehicle.
To prevent gear wear, wait until the
wheels stop spinning before shifting
gears. Release the accelerator pedal
while shifting, and press lightly on the
accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in
gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in
forward and reverse directions causes a
rocking motion that may free the vehicle.
WARNING Always turn off the ESC system before
rocking the vehicle. If the vehicle is stuck
and excessive wheel spin occurs, the
temperature in the tires may increase
very quickly. If the tires become
damaged, a tire blow out or tire explosion
may occur - you and others may be
injured. Do not attempt this procedure if
people or objects are near the vehicle.
If you attempt to free the vehicle, the
vehicle may overheat quickly, possibly
causing a motor compartment fire or
other damage. Try to avoid spinning the
wheels as much as possible to prevent
overheating of the tires or the motor. DO
NOT allow the vehicle to spin the wheels
above 35 mph (56 km/h).
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid motor
overheating, possible damage to the
transmission, and tire damage. Refer to
the “Towing” section in chapter 8.

Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, cornering should be taken under
gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards than
driving in the daylight. Here are some
important tips to remember:
• Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may not
be any street lights.
• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other drivers’ headlights.
• Keep your headlights clean and properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night.
• Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to
readjust to the darkness.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. When driving in the rain or on
slick pavement:
• Slow down and allow extra following distance. A heavy rainfall makes it
harder to see and increases the
distance needed to stop your vehicle.
• Turn OFF your Smart Cruise Control.
• Replace your windshield wiper blades when they show signs of streaking or
missing areas on the windshield.
• Make sure your tires have enough tread. If your tires do not have enough
tread, making a quick stop on wet
pavement may cause a skid and
possibly lead to a collision. Refer to the
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“Tire Replacement” section in Chapter
9.
• Turn on your headlights to make it easier for others to see you. Using your
headlights when using your windshield
wipers is required in some jurisdictions.
• Driving too fast through large puddles may affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
• If you believe your brakes are wet, apply them several times while the
vehicle is moving slowly.
Hydroplaning
If the road is wet enough and you are
going fast enough, your vehicle may have
little or no contact with the road surface
and actually ride on the water. The best
advice is SLOW DOWN when the road is
wet.
The risk of hydroplaning increases as the
depth of tire tread decreases, For more
information, refer to the “Tire
Replacement” section in chapter 9.
Driving in Flooded Areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is not
deeper than the bottom of the wheel hub.
If you are not sure, turn around and find a
different route. Drive through any water
slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance
because the brake performance can be
reduced.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times while the vehicle is moving slowly.
Highway Driving
Tires
Adjust the tire inflation pressure, as
specified. Under-inflation may overheat
or damage the tires.
Do not install worn-out or damaged tires,
which may reduce traction or fail.
Information Never over-inflate your tires above the
maximum inflation pressure, as specified on
your tires.

Coolant and high voltage battery
Driving at higher speeds on the highway
consumes more electric energy and is
less efficient than driving at a slower,
more moderate speed. Maintain a
moderate speed in order to conserve
electric energy when driving on the
highway.
Be sure to check both the coolant level
and the electric energy level before
driving.
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Winter Driving
The severe weather conditions of winter
quickly wear out tires and cause other
problems. To minimize winter driving
problems, you should take the following
suggestions:
Snow or Icy Conditions
You need to keep sufficient distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle in
front of you.
Apply the brakes gently. Speeding, rapid
acceleration, sudden brake applications,
and sharp turns are potentially very
hazardous practices. Sudden brake
applications on snowy or icy roads may
cause the vehicle to skid.
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may
be necessary to install tire chains on your
tires.
Always carry emergency equipment.
Some of the items you may want to carry
include tire chains, tow straps or chains, a
flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a
shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper,
gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket,
etc.
Snow tires
WARNING Snow tires should be equivalent in size
and type to the vehicle’s standard tires.
Otherwise, the safety and handling of
your vehicle may be adversely affected.

If you mount snow tires on your vehicle,
make sure to use radial tires of the same
size and load range as the original tires.
Mount snow tires on all four wheels to
balance your vehicle’s handling in all
weather conditions. The traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads may
not be as high as your vehicle’s original
equipment tires. Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed
recommendations.
Information Do not install studded tires without first
checking local and municipal regulations for
possible restrictions against their use.

Summer tires
• Summer tires are used to maximize the
driving performance on dry roads.
• If the temperature is below 45 °F (7 °C) or you are driving on snowy or icy
roads, the summer tires lose their brake
performance and traction as the tire
grip weakens significantly.
• If the temperature is below 45 °F (7 °C) or you are driving on snowy or icy
roads, mount snow tires or all-season
tires of the same size with your
vehicle’s standard tire for safe driving.
Both snow and all-season tires have
M+S markings.
• When using the M+S tires, use tires with the same tread produced by the same
manufacturer for safe driving.
• When driving with the M+S tires with the lower maximum allowable speed
than that of the vehicle’s standard
summer tire, be careful not to exceed
the speed allowed for the M+S tires.
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