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Electric Power Steering (EPS)
The electric power steering system
assists you with steering the vehicle. If
the vehicle is turned off or if the power
steering system becomes inoperative,
you may still steer the vehicle, but it will
require increased steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the system
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
CAUTION
If Electric Power Steering does not
operate normally, the warning light
and the message ‘Check motor driven
power steering’ will illuminate on the
instrument cluster. You may steer the
vehicle, but it will require increased
steering efforts. Take your vehicle to
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer or to
a service station and have the system
checked as soon as possible.
Information
The following symptoms may occur during
normal vehicle operation:
• The steering effort may be high
immediately after placing the ignition
switch in the ON position.
This happens as the system performs
the EPS system diagnostics. When the
diagnostics are completed, the steering
wheel effort 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 ignition switch is in
the ON or LOCK/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 an error is detected from EPS,
the steering effort assist function will
not be activated in order to prevent
fatal accidents. Instrument cluster
warning lights may be on or the
steering effort may be high. If these
symptoms occur, drive the vehicle to
a safe area as soon as it is safe to do
so. Have the system checked by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon
as possible.
STEERING WHEEL

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Tilt / Telescopic Steering
When adjusting the steering wheel to a
comfortable position, adjust the steering
wheel so that it points toward your chest,
not toward your face. Make sure you can
see the instrument cluster warning lights
and gauges. After adjusting, push the
steering wheel both up and down to be
certain it is locked in position.
Always adjust the position of the steering
wheel before driving.
WARNING
NEVER adjust the steering wheel while
driving. This may cause loss of vehicle
control resulting in an accident.
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To adjust 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 distance
forward/back (3).
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock
the steering wheel in place.
CAUTION
While adjusting the steering wheel
angle and height, please do not push
or pull it hard since the fixture can be
damaged.
Information
Sometimes the lock release lever may not
engage completely. This may occur when
the gears of the locking mechanism do not
completely mesh. If this occurs, pull down
on the lock-release lever, readjust the
steering wheel again, and then pull back
up on the release lever to lock the steering
wheel in place.
Heated Steering Wheel
(if equipped)
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When the ignition switch is in the ON
position or when the engine is running,
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.

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LIGHTING
Exterior Lights
Lighting control
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of the
following positions:
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1. OFF position
2. AUTO headlamp position
3. Position lamp position
4. Headlamp position
Daytime Running Light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day, especially
after dawn and before sunset. The
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) should
be illuminated whenever you are driving
during daylight hours. The DRL system
will be ON when the headlamp stalk is
in the OFF or the AUTO Position (when
daylight is detected) and the Electronic
Parking Brake (EPB) is released.
The DRL system will turn off when:
• The headlamps are ON.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The vehicle is turned off.
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AUTO headlamp position
The position lamp and headlamp will
be turned ON or OFF automatically
depending on the amount of daylight as
measured by the ambient light sensor (1)
at the upper end of the dash board.
Even with the AUTO headlamp feature
in operation, it is recommended to
manually turn ON the headlamps when
driving at night or in a fog, driving in the
rain, or when you enter dark areas, such
as tunnels and parking facilities.
NOTICE
• Do not cover or spill anything on the
sensor (1) located at the upper end of
the dash board.
• Do not clean the sensor using
a window cleaner, the cleanser
may leave a light film which could
interfere with sensor operation.
• If your vehicle has window tint or
other types of metallic coating on
the front windshield, the AUTO
headlamp system may not work
properly.

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High Beam Assist Operation
Display and control
• After selecting ‘High Beam Assist’
in the Settings menu, High Beam
Assist will operate by following the
procedure below.
- Place the headlamp switch in
the AUTO position and push
the headlamp lever towards the
instrument cluster. The High Beam
Assist (
) indicator light will
illuminate on the cluster and the
function will be enabled.
- When the function is enabled, high
beam will turn on when vehicle
speed is above 25mph (40km/h).
When vehicle speed is is below 15
mph (25 km/h), high beam will turn
off.
- The High Beam (
) indicator light
will illuminate on the cluster when
high beam is on.
• When High Beam Assist is operating, if
the headlamp lever or switch is used,
the function operates as follow:
- If the headlamp lever is pulled
towards you when the high beam
is off, the high beam will turn on
without High Beam Assist canceled.
When you let go of the headlamp
lever, the lever will move to the
middle and the high beam will turn
off.
- If the headlamp lever is pulled
towards you when the high beam is
on by High Beam Assist, low beam
will turn on and the function will
turn off.
- If the headlamp switch is placed
from AUTO to another position
(headlamp/position/off), High
Beam Assist will turn off and the
corresponding lamp will turn on.• When High Beam Assist is operating,
high beam switches to low beam if
any of the following conditions occur:
- When the headlamp of an
oncoming vehicle is detected.
- When the tail lamp of a vehicle in
front is detected.
- When the headlamp or tail lamp of a
motorcycle or a bicycle is detected.
- When the surrounding ambient light
is bright enough that high beams
are not required.
- When streetlights or other lights are
detected.
Information
• The images and colors in the cluster
may differ depending on the cluster
type or theme selected from the cluster.

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INTERIOR LIGHTS
WARNING
Do not use the interior lights when
driving in the dark. The interior lights
may obscure your view and cause an
accident.
NOTICE
Do not use the interior lights for
extended periods when the vehicle is
turned off or the battery will discharge.
Interior Lamp AUTO OFF
The interior lamps will automatically go
off approximately 10 minutes after the
vehicle is turned off and the doors are
closed. If a door is opened, the lamp
will go off 40 minutes after the vehicle
is turned off. If the doors are locked by
the smart key and the vehicle enters the
armed stage of the theft alarm system,
the lamps will go off five seconds later.
Front Lamps
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1. Front map lamp ():
Touch either lenses to turn the map
lamp on or off. This light produces a spot
beam for convenient use as a map lamp
at night or as a personal lamp for the
driver and the front passenger.
2. Door lamp ():
The front or rear room lamps come on
when the front or rear doors are opened.
When doors are unlocked by the smart
key, the front and rear lamps come on
for approximately 30 seconds as long as
any door is not opened. The front and
rear room lamps go out gradually after
approximately 30 seconds when the
door is closed. However, if the ignition
switch or the Engine Start/Stop button is
in the ON position or all doors are locked,
the front and rear lamps will turn off. If a
door is opened with the ignition switch
in the ACC position or the OFF position,
the front and rear lamps will stay on for
about 20 minutes.
3. Room lamp ()
Press the button to turn ON the room
lamp for the front/rear seats.

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Glove Box Lamp (if equipped)
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The glove box lamp turns on when the
glove box is opened.
Welcome System (if equipped)
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Welcome system helps keep the driver
visible by turning on vehicle lights when
the driver approaches the vehicle.
Door Handle Lamp (if equipped)
When all the doors are closed and
locked, the door handle lamp will turn on
for approximately 15 seconds if any of the
below is performed.
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Driving Your Vehicle
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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 and all doors are
securely closed and locked. Unless
absolutely necessary for hauling
cargo, etc. close the tailgate before
driving your vehicle.
• If you are driving with the tailgate
down use extra caution when backing
up.
• Adjust the position of the seat and
steering wheel.
• Adjust the inside and side view
mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seat belt. Check that all
passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
• Check the gauges and indicators
in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the ignition switch 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” section 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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Key ignition switch positions
Switch
PositionAction Notes
LOCKTo turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, push the key in at the ACC
position and turn the key towards the
LOCK position.
The ignition key can be removed in
the LOCK position.
The steering wheel locks to protect
the vehicle from theft. (if equipped)
ACCSome electrical accessories are
usable. The steering wheel unlocks.If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position,
turn the key while turning the steering
wheel right and left to release.
ONThis is the normal key position when
the engine has started. All features
and accessories are usable.
The warning lights can be checked
when you turn the ignition switch
from ACC to ON.Do not leave the ignition switch in the
ON position when the engine is not
running to prevent the battery from
discharging.
STARTTo start the engine, turn the ignition
switch to the START position. The
switch returns to the ON position
when you let go of the key.The engine will crank until you release
the key.