2023 HYUNDAI KONA EV steering wheel

Convenient features
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steering wheel
Electric power steering (EPS)
The system assists you with steering
the vehicle. If the vehicle is off or if
the power steering system becomes
inoperative, the vehicle may still be
steered, but it will require increased
steering effort.
Also, the steering effort becomes heavier
as the vehicle’s speed increases and
becomes lighter as the vehicle’s speed
decreases for better control of the
steering wheel.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, we recommend that
the system be checked by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
NOTICE
• If the Electric Power Steering System
does not operate normally, the
warning light (
) will illuminate
or blink on the instrument cluster.
The steering wheel may become
difficult to control or operate. We
recommend to contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer to have the system
checked as soon as possible.
• When abnormality is detected in
the electric power steering system,
to prevent a deadly accident, the
steering assist function will stop. At
this time, the warning light turns on
or blinks on the cluster. The steering
wheel may become difficult to
control or operate. Have your vehicle
checked immediately, after moving
the vehicle to a safe zone.
Information
The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation: • The steering effort may be high
immediately after placing the START/
STOP button in the ON position. This happens as the system performs
the EPS system diagnostics. When
the diagnostics are completed, the
steering wheel will return to its normal condition.
• When the battery voltage is low, you
might have to put more steering effort.
However, it is a temporary condition so
that it will return to normal condition
after charging the battery.
• A click noise may be heard from the
EPS relay after the START/STOP
button is placed in the ON or OFF position.
• Motor noise may be heard when the
vehicle is at a stop or at a low driving speed.
• When you operate the steering wheel
in low temperatures, abnormal noise
may occur. If the temperature rises, the
noise will disappear. This is a normal condition.
• When the vehicle is stationary, if you turn the steering wheel all the way
to the left or right continuously, the
steering wheel effort increases. This
is not a system malfunction. As time passes, the steering wheel effort will
return to its normal condition.

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Tilt steering/Telescopic steering
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You may lose steering control
and cause severe personal injury, death
or accidents.
Information
After adjustment, sometimes the lock-
release lever may not lock the steering wheel.
It is not a malfunction. This occurs when
two gears are not engaged correctly. In this case, adjust the steering wheel again and then lock the steering wheel.OOS047006
To change the steering wheel angle and
height:
1. Pull down the lock-release lever (1).
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle (2) and height (3). Move
the steering wheel, so it points toward
your chest, not toward your face.
Make sure you can see the instrument
panel warning lights and gauges.
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Push the steering wheel both up and
down to be certain it is locked in position.
CAUTION
While adjusting the steering wheel
height, please do not push or pull it
hard since the fixture can be damaged.

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Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
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When the vehicle is ON, press the heated
steering wheel button to warm the
steering wheel.
The indicator on the button will
illuminate.
To turn the heated steering wheel off,
press the button again. The indicator on
the button will turn off.
Information
The heated steering wheel will turn off
automatically approximately 30 minutes
after the heated steering wheel is turned on.
NOTICE
Do not install any cover or accessory
on the steering wheel. This cover or
accessory could cause damage to the
heated steering wheel system.
Horn
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To sound the horn, press the area
indicated by the horn symbol on your
steering wheel. The horn will operate
only when this area is pressed.
NOTICE
Do not strike the horn severely to
operate it, or hit it with your fist. Do not
press on the horn with a sharp-pointed object.

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Steering wheel audio controls
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The steering wheel audio control switches
are installed for your convenience.
NOTICE
Do not operate audio remote control
buttons simultaneously.
VOLUME ( + / - ) (1) • Move the VOLUME toggle switch up
to increase volume.
• Move the VOLUME toggle switch
down to decrease volume. SEEK/PRESET (
/ ) (2)
If the SEEK/PRESET toggle switch is
moved up or down and held for 0.8
seconds or more, it will function in the
following modes.
RADIO mode
It will function as the AUTO SEEK select
switch. It will SEEK until you release the
switch.
MEDIA mode
It will function as the FF/REW switch.
If the SEEK/PRESET toggle switch is
moved up or down, it will function in the
following modes.
RADIO mode
It will function as the PRESET STATION
UP/DOWN switch.
MEDIA mode
It will function as the TRACK UP/ DOWN
switch.

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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 tailgate, and
the doors are securely closed and
locked.
• Adjust the position of the seat and
steering wheel.
• Adjust the inside and outside rearview
mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat belt.
• Check the gauges and indicators
in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the START/STOP button 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 or take drugs and drive. Drinking 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 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 vehicle
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions: • NEVER allow children or any person
who is unfamiliar with the vehicle
to touch the START/STOP button
or related parts. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement can occur.
• NEVER reach through the steering
wheel for the START/STOP button or
any other control, while the vehicle
is in motion. The presence of your
hand or arm in this area may cause a
loss of vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
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Whenever the front door is opened, the
START/STOP button will illuminate and
will go off 30 seconds after the door is closed.
WARNING
To turn the vehicle off in an emergency:
Press and hold the START/STOP
button for more than two seconds OR
Rapidly press and release the START/
STOP button three times (within three
seconds).
If the vehicle is still moving, you can
restart the vehicle without depressing
the brake pedal by pressing the START/
STOP button with the gear in the N
(Neutral) position.
WARNING
• NEVER turn the START/STOP button
to the LOCK or ACC position while
the vehicle is in motion except in an
emergency.
This will result in the vehicle turning
off and loss of power assist for the
steering and brake systems. This may
lead to loss of directional control and
braking function, which could cause
an accident.
• Before leaving the driver's seat,
always make sure the gear is in the
P (Park) position, set the parking
brake, press the START/STOP button
to the OFF position, and take the
Smart Key with you. Unexpected
vehicle movement may occur if these
precautions are not followed.
START/STOP BuTTON

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START/STOP button positions
Button Position Action Notice
OFFTo turn off the vehicle, press the
START/STOP button with the gear in
P (Park).
Also, the vehicle will turn off when the
START/STOP button is pressed with
the gear in D (Drive) or R (Reverse)
because the gear automatically shifts
to the P (Park) position. But, when it
is pressed in N (Neutral), the START/
STOP button will go to the ACC position.
The steering wheel locks to protect
the vehicle from theft If the steering wheel is not
locked properly when you open
the driver's door, the warning chime will sound.
ACC Press the START/STOP button when
the button is in the OFF position
without depressing the brake pedal.
Some of the electrical accessories are usable.
The steering wheel unlocks.
If the steering wheel doesn't
unlock properly, the START/
STOP button will not work. Press
the START/STOP button while
turning the steering wheel right
and left to release tension.
ON
Press the START/STOP button while
it is in the ACC position without
depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the vehicle is started. Do not leave the START/STOP
button in the ON position when
the vehicle is not in the ready (
) mode to prevent the
battery from discharging
START
To start the vehicle, depress the brake
pedal and press the START/STOP
button with the gear in the P (Park) position. If you press the START/STOP
button without depressing the
brake pedal, the vehicle does
not start and the START/STOP
button changes as follows:OFF
→ACC → ON → OFF or ACC

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Good driving practices
• Never move the shift lever from P
(Park) or N (Neutral) to any other
position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
• Never move the shift lever into P
(Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
Be sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before you attempt to shift
into R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
• Do not move the shift lever to N
(Neutral) when driving. Doing so may
result in an accident.
• Driving uphill or downhill, always shift
to D (Drive) when driving forward or to
R (Reverse) when driving backwards,
and check the gear position indicated
on the cluster before driving. If you
drive in the opposite direction of the
selected gear, the vehicle will turn
off and a serious accident might be
occurred due to the degraded brake
performance.
• Do not drive with your foot resting
on the brake pedal. Even light, but
consistent pedal pressure can result
in the brakes overheating, brake wear
and possibly even brake failure.
• Always apply the parking brake when
leaving the vehicle. Do not depend on
placing the transmission in P (Park) to
keep the vehicle from moving.
• Exercise extreme caution when
driving on a slippery surface. Be
especially careful when braking,
accelerating or shifting gears. On a
slippery surface, an abrupt change
in vehicle speed can cause the drive
wheels to lose traction and may cause
loss of vehicle control resulting in an
accident
• Optimum vehicle performance and
economy is obtained by smoothly
depressing and releasing the
accelerator. WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY
or DEATH: • ALWAYS wear your seatbelt. In a
collision, an unbelted occupant
is significantly more likely to be
seriously injured or killed than a
properly belted occupant.
• Avoid high speeds when cornering or turning.
• Do not make quick steering wheel
movements, such as sharp lane
changes or fast, sharp turns.
• The risk of rollover is greatly
increased if you lose control of your
vehicle at highway speeds.
• Loss of control often occurs if two or
more wheels drop off the roadway
and the driver over steers to reenter
the roadway.
• In the event your vehicle leaves
the roadway, do not steer sharply.
Instead, slow down before pulling
back into the travel lanes.
• HYUNDAI recommends you follow all
posted speed limits.