2023 HYUNDAI KONA EV light

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AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped)
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Rain Sensor
The rain sensor located on the upper end
of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the
wiping cycle for the proper interval. The
wiper operation time will be
automatically controlled depends on
rainfall.
When the rain stops, the wiper stops.
To vary the sensitivity setting, turn the
sensitivity control knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the START/STOP button is in the
ON position, the wiper will operate once
to perform a self-check of the system.
Set the wiper to OFF position when the
wiper is not in use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury from the
windshield wipers, when the vehicle is running and the windshield wiper
switch is placed in the AUTO mode: • Do not touch the upper end of the
windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
• Do not wipe the upper end of the
windshield glass with a damp or wet
cloth.
• Do not put pressure on the windshield glass.
• Set the wiper switch to the OFF
position when the wiper is not in use.
NOTICE
• When washing the vehicle, set the
wiper switch in the O (OFF) position
to stop the auto wiper operation. The
the switch is set in the AUTO mode
while washing the vehicle.
• Do not remove the sensor cover
located on the upper end of the passenger side windshield glass.
Damage to system parts could occur
and may not be covered by your
vehicle warranty.
• Because of using a photo sensor,
temporary malfunction could occur
according to sudden ambient light
change made by stone and dust while driving.

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Fan speed control
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The fan speed can be set to the desired
speed by turning the fan speed control knob.
More air is delivered with higher fan speeds.
Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan.
Information
For better sound quality, fan speed may
automatically slow down for a couple of minutes when you activate voice
recognition or hands free.
NOTICE
Operating the fan speed when the
START/STOP button is in the ON
position could cause the battery to
discharge. Operate the fan speed when
the vehicle is in the ready (
) mode. Driver only
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If you press the DRIVER ONLY button (
) and the indicator light
illuminates, cold air mostly blows in the
direction of the driver’s seat. However,
some of the cold air may come out of
other seating position ducts to keep
indoor air pleasant.
If you use the button with no passenger
in the front passenger seat, energy
consumption will be reduced.
DRIVER ONLY button will be turned off
under the following conditions:
1) Defrost on
2) DRIVER ONLY button re-push

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Air conditioning
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A/C button will turn on (indicator light
will illuminate) when the climate control
system is controlled automatically (AUTO
turned on) and the temperature is set to cool.
Push the button to turn the air
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HEAT button will turn on (indicator light
will illuminate) when the climate control
system is controlled automatically (AUTO
turned on) and the temperature is set to
warm.
Push the button to turn the heater off.
The air conditioner and heater uses
energy from the battery. If you use the
heater or air conditioner for too long,
distance to empty can be reduced due to
too much power consumption.
Turn off the heater and air conditioner if
you do not need them.

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Air conditioning system operation tips
• If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle escape.
• After sufficient cooling has been
achieved, switch back from the
recirculated air to the fresh outside air position.
• To help reduce moisture inside of
the windows on rainy or humid
days, decrease the humidity inside
the vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system with the windows
and sunroof closed.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month for a few minutes to ensure
maximum system performance.
• If you operate the air conditioner
excessively, the difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the windshield to
fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection button
to the (
) position and set the fan
speed control knob to the lowest
speed setting.
System maintenance
Climate control air filter
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[A] : Outside air, [B] : Recirculated air
[C] : Climate control air filter, [D] : Blower
[E] : Evaporator core, [F] : PTC heater
This filter is installed behind the glove
box. It filters the dust or other pollutants
that enter the vehicle through the
heating and air conditioning system.
We recommend that the climate control
air filter be replaced by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer according to the
maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is
being driven in severe conditions such
as dusty or rough roads, more frequent
climate control filter inspections and
changes are required.
If the air flow rate suddenly decreases,
we recommend the system be checked
at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Information
• Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
If the car is being driven in severe
conditions such as dusty, rough roads,
more frequent climate control air filter
inspections and changes are required
• When the air flow rate suddenly
decreases, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

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WARNING
Windshield heating
Do not use the (
) or () position
during cooling operation in extremely
humid weather. The difference between
the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield could cause the
outer surface of the windshield to fog
up, causing loss of visibility. In this case,
set the mode selection knob or button
to the (
) position and fan speed
control knob or button to lower speed. • For maximum windshield defrosting,
set the temperature control knob to
the highest temperature setting and
the fan control knob to the highest fan
speed. Select the front defrost button
on the climate control display.
• If warm air to the floor is desired while
defrosting or defogging, set the mode
to the floor-defrost position.
• Before driving, clear all snow and ice
from the windshield, rear window,
outside rear view mirrors, and all side
windows.
• Clear all snow and ice from the
hood and air inlet in the cowl grill
to improve heater and defroster
efficiency and to reduce the
probability of fogging up inside of the windshield.
To defog inside windshield
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1. Select any fan speed except “0” position.
2. Select the desired temperature.
3. Select the (
) position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected
automatically.
Check to make sure the air intake control
is in Fresh mode. If the air intake control
indicator light is illuminated, press the
button once to enable Fresh mode
(indicator light OFF). If the (
) position is selected, the fan
speed is automatically increased.
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To defrost outside windshield
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1. Set the fan speed to the highest (extreme right) position.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot position.
3. Select the (
) position.
4. The outside (fresh) air and air conditioning (if equipped) will be
selected automatically.
Check to make sure the air intake control
is in Fresh mode. If the air intake control
indicator light is illuminated, press the
button once to enable Fresh mode
(indicator light OFF). If the (
) position is selected, the fan
speed is automatically increased.
Defogging logic
To reduce the probability of fogging
up the inside of the windshield, the air
intake or air conditioning are controlled
automatically according to certain conditions such as (
) or () position.
To cancel or return the defogging logic,
do the following.
1. Turn the START/STOP button to the ON position.
2. Press the defroster button (
).
3. While pressing the air conditioning button (A/C), press the air intake
control button at least 5 times within 3 seconds.
The air intake control button indicator
will blink 3 times. It indicates that the
defogging logic is canceled.
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, it resets to the defog logic
status.

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WARNING
Never store cigarette lighters, propane
cylinders, or other flammable/explosive
materials in the vehicle. These items
may catch fire and/or explode if the
vehicle is exposed to hot temperatures
for extended periods.
WARNING
ALWAYS keep the storage compartment
covers closed securely while driving.
Items inside your vehicle are moving as
fast as the vehicle. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, the
items may fly out of the compartment
and may cause an injury if they strike
the driver or a passenger.
NOTICE
To avoid possible theft, do not leave
valuables in the storage compartments.
Center console storage
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To open :
Grab and hold the latch (1) on the arm
rest then lift the lid.
Glove box
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To open:
Pull the lever (1).
WARNING
ALWAYS close the glove box door after use.
An open glove box door can cause
serious injury to the passenger in an
accident, even if the passenger is
wearing a seat belt.
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Cup holder
Front
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Cups or small beverages cups may be
placed in the cup holders.
Rear
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Pull the armrest down to use the cup
holders.
WARNING
• Avoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is in use to
prevent spilling your drink. If hot
liquid spills, you could be burned.
Such a burn to the driver could cause
loss of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
• Do not place uncovered or unsecured
cups, bottles, cans, etc., in the cup
holder containing hot liquid while
the vehicle is in motion. Injuries may
result in the event of a sudden stop
or collision.
• Only use soft cups in the cup holders.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
WARNING
Keep cans or bottles out of direct sun
light and do not put them in a hot
vehicle. It may explode.
NOTICE
• Keep your drinks sealed while
driving to prevent spilling your drink.
If liquid spills, it may get into the
vehicle’s electrical/electronic system
and damage electrical/electronic parts.
• When cleaning spilled liquids,
do not dry the cup holder at high
temperature. This may damage the
interior.
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