2023 HYUNDAI KONA EV Owners Manual

All information in this Owner’s Manual is current at the time
of publication. However, HYUNDAI reserves the right to make
changes at any time so that our policy of continual product
improvement may be carried out.
This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes
descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard
equipment.
As a result, you may find material in this manual that does not
apply to your specific vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Operation
MaintenanceSpecifications

Introduction
F2Your HYUNDAI should not be modified in any way. Such modifications may
adversely affect the performance, safety or durability of your HYUNDAI
and may, in addition, violate conditions of the limited warranties covering
the vehicle. Certain modifications may also be in violation of regulations
established by the Department of Transportation and other government
agencies in your country.
CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic components. It is possible for an
improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio or cellular telephone to adversely
affect electronic systems. For this reason, we recommend that you carefully
follow the radio manufacturer’s instructions or consult your HYUNDAI dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions if you choose to install one of
these devices.
TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR
TELEPHONE INSTALLATION

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This manual includes information titled as DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and
NOTICE.
These titles indicate the following:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in vehicle damage.
SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING

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Maintenance
Index
Emergency situations
Driver assistance system
Driving your vehicle
Convenient features
Instrument cluster
Safety system
Vehicle information
Foreword / Electric Vehicle System Overview
Table of contents

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1. Foreword / Electric Vehicle System Overview
Foreword ............................................................................................................ 1-3
Hyundai Auto Canada ........................................................................................ 1-3
How to use this manual ..................................................................................... 1-4
Safety messages ................................................................................................ 1-4
Vehicle modifications ........................................................................................ 1-5
Electric Vehicle................................................................................................... 1-6 Electric Vehicle ............................................................................................................. 1-6
Characteristics of Electric Vehicles ............................................................................. 1-6
Battery Information ...................................................................................................... 1-6
Main Components of Electric Vehicle .............................................................. 1 -7
Main Components of Electric Vehicle ......................................................................... 1 -7
High Voltage Battery (lithium-ion polymer) ................................................................1 -7
High Voltage Battery Warmer System ........................................................................ 1-8
EV Mode ............................................................................................................. 1-9
Nearby Stations ............................................................................................................ 1-9
Energy Information ..................................................................................................... 1-10
Battery information .................................................................................................. 1-10
Energy consumption ............................................................................................... 1-10
Charge Management ................................................................................................... 1-11
Charging and climate ................................................................................................ 1-11
Charging limit ............................................................................................................ 1-12
Charging current ....................................................................................................... 1-13
ECO Driving ................................................................................................................. 1-13
CO2 reduction ........................................................................................................... 1-13
Driving history ........................................................................................................... 1-13
EV Settings ................................................................................................................... 1-14
Utility Mode ............................................................................................................... 1-14
Winter mode ............................................................................................................. 1-15
Warning ..................................................................................................................... 1-16
EV route ..................................................................................................................... 1-16
Charge Types for Electric Vehicle .................................................................... 1-16
Charging Information .................................................................................................. 1-16
Charging Time Information ........................................................................................ 1-17
Charging Types ............................................................................................................ 1-18
Charge Indicator Lamp for Electric Vehicle ....................................................1-19
Charging Status ........................................................................................................... 1-19

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Charging Connector Lock ................................................................................ 1-21
Charging Connector AUTO/ LOCK Mode .................................................................. 1-21
When the Charging Connector Is Locked ...............................................................1-21
Scheduled Charging ........................................................................................ 1-22
Scheduled Charging....................................................................................................1-22
Precautions for Charging Electric Vehicle .....................................................1-23
Charging Precautions ................................................................................................. 1-23
Charging Electric Vehicle (AC Charge) ...........................................................1-25
AC Charge .................................................................................................................... 1-25
DC Charge................................................................................................................... 1-29 Portable Charge .......................................................................................................... 1-33
How to Set the Charge Level of the Portable Charger ...........................................1-33
Charging The Electric Vehicle (Abrupt stop) ..................................................1-44
Action to be taken when charging stops abruptly ...................................................1-44
Driving and Operating Information ................................................................ 1-45
How to Start the Vehicle ............................................................................................ 1-45
Virtual Engine Sound System .................................................................................... 1-46
Distance to Empty ...................................................................................................... 1-46
When destination is not set ..................................................................................... 1-46
When destination is set ............................................................................................ 1-47
Tips for Improving Distance to Empty ....................................................................... 1-47
Power/Charge Gauge ................................................................................................ 1-48
State of charge (SOC) gauge for high voltage battery ............................................1-48
Warning and Indicator Lights (related to electric vehicle) ......................................1-49
LCD display messages ............................................................................................... 1-50
Energy flow ................................................................................................................. 1-56
Vehicle stop .............................................................................................................. 1-56
EV propulsion ........................................................................................................... 1-56
Regeneration ............................................................................................................ 1-56
Aux. Battery Saver+ ..................................................................................................... 1-57
Mode .......................................................................................................................... 1-57
Safety Precautions for Electric Vehicle ..........................................................1-58
If an accident occurs .................................................................................................. 1-58
Additional Precautions ............................................................................................... 1-60
Service Interlock Connector ...................................................................................... 1-60
Service Plug ................................................................................................................ 1-60

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Foreword
Congratulations, and thank you for choosing HYUNDAI. We are pleased to welcome
you to the growing number of discerning people who drive HYUNDAIs. We are very
proud of the advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each HYUNDAI
we build.
Your Owner’s Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new
HYUNDAI. To become familiar with your new HYUNDAI, so that you can fully enjoy it,
read this Owner’s Manual carefully before driving your new vehicle.
This manual contains important safety information and instructions intended to
familiarize you with your vehicle’s controls and safety features so you can safely
operate your vehicle.
This manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance safe
operation of the vehicle. It is recommended that all service and maintenance on your
car be performed by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. HYUNDAI dealers are prepared
to provide high-quality service, maintenance and any other assistance that may be
required.
This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of your vehicle, and
should be kept in the vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. The manual should stay
with the vehicle if you sell it to provide the next owner with important operating, safety
and maintenance information.
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CAUTION
Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels
and lubricants that do not meet HYUNDAI specifications. You must always use high
quality fuels and lubricants that meet the specifications listed on Page 8-6 in the
Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner’s Manual.
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