2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID wipers

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When the hybrid system is turned ON,
the gasoline engine may run or may not.
In this situation, you may feel a vibration.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
When the “
” indicator illuminates, the
hybrid system is ready to begin driving.
Even if the engine is off, you can operate
the vehicle as long as the “
” indicator
is illuminated.
NOTICE
The hybrid system contains many
electronic components. High voltage
components, such as cables and other
parts, may emit electromagnetic waves.
Even when the electromagnetic cover
blocks electromagnetic emissions,
electromagnetic waves may have an
effect on electronic devices. When your
vehicle is not used for a long period of
time, the hybrid system will discharge.
You need to drive the vehicle several
times a month. Driving at least for
1 hour or 10 miles. When the hybrid
battery is discharged, or when it is
impossible to jump start the vehicle,
you contact your authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
WARNING

[ When you start the hybrid system
with the shift button in P (Parking),
the “
” indicator illuminates on
the instrument cluster. The driver
can drive the vehicle, even when the
gasoline engine is off.

[ When you leave the vehicle, you
should turn OFF the hybrid system
or locate the shift button in P (Park).
When you depress the accelerator
pedal by mistake, or when the shift
button is not in P (Park), the vehicle
will abruptly move, possibly resulting
in serious injury or death.
Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS)
The Virtual Engine Sound System
generates engine sound for pedestrians
to hear vehicle sound because there is
limited sound while motor power is used.

[When the engine is running, the gear
shift button is not in P (Park), the VESS
will operate.

[ When the gear is shifted to R
(Reverse), an additional warning
sound will be heard.
What does regenerative braking do?
It uses an electric motor when
decelerating and when braking and
transforms kinetic energy to electrical
energy in order to charge the high
voltage battery.
Battery

[The vehicle is composed of a high
voltage battery that drives the motor
and air conditioner, and external AGM
type 12V battery that drives the lamps,
wipers, and audio system.

[ The battery is automatically charged
when the vehicle is in the ready (
)
mode.

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Exterior Features ........................................................................\
..................... 5-68Hood ....................................................................\
....................................................... 5-68
Liftgate ......................................................................\
................................................. 5-69
Power Liftgate ........................................................................\
..................................... 5-71
Smart Liftgate ........................................................................\
..................................... 5-76
Fuel Filler Door ........................................................................\
................................... 5-78
Head-Up Display (HUD)......................................................................\
.............5-81Head-Up Display Settings ........................................................................\
................. 5-81
Head-Up Display Information ........................................................................\
........... 5-81
Precautions while Using the Head-Up Display ........................................................5-82
Lighting ...............................................................\
............................................. 5-83Exterior Lights ........................................................................\
....................................5-83
High Beam Assist (HBA) ........................................................................\
......... 5-87High Beam Assist Settings ........................................................................\
................. 5-87
High Beam Assist Operation ........................................................................\
............. 5-88
High Beam Assist Malfunction and Limitations ...................................................... 5-88
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
.......................... 5-90Interior Lamp AUTO Cut........................................................................\
.................... 5-90
Front Lamps ........................................................................\
....................................... 5-90
Rear Lamps ........................................................................\
......................................... 5-91
Vanity Mirror Lamp ........................................................................\
............................. 5-91
Luggage Compartment Lamp ........................................................................\
...........5-92
Puddle Lamp ........................................................................\
.......................................5-92
Welcome System ........................................................................\
................................5-93
Wipers and Washers ........................................................................\
............... 5-94Windshield Wipers ........................................................................\
............................ 5-94
Front Windshield Washers ........................................................................\
................ 5-96
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ........................................................................\
...... 5-97
Automatic Climate Control System ............................................................... 5-98Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning ................................................................ 5-99
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning ..................................................................... 5-99
System Operation ........................................................................\
............................. 5-104
System Maintenance ........................................................................\
....................... 5-106
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging .........................................................5-108Automatic Climate Control System......................................................................\
... 5-108
Auto Defogging System (only for Automatic Climate Control System) ................ 5-109
Rear Window Defroster........................................................................\
..................... 5-110

Convenience Features5-94
WIPERS AND WASHERS
„Front windshield wiper/washer
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„Rear windshield wiper/washer
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A. Wiper speed control (front)
[MIST – Single wipe

[ OFF – Off

[ INT – Intermittent wipe
AUTO* – Auto control wipe

[ LO– Low wiper speed

[ HI – High wiper speed
B. Intermittent control wipe time adjustment
C. Wash with brief wipes (front)
D. Rear wiper control*

[HI – High wiper speed

[ LO– Low wiper speed

[ OFF – Off
E. Wash with brief wipes (rear)
* : if equipped
Windshield Wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON.
MIST: For a single wiping cycle, move the lever down (V) or up (MIST)
and release it. The wipers will
operate continuously if the lever
is held in this position.
OFF : Wipers are not in operation.
INT : Wipers operate intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use
this mode in light rain or mist. To
vary the speed setting, turn the
speed control knob.
LO : The wiper runs at a lower speed.
HI : The wiper runs at a higher speed.
Information
If there is heavy accumulation of snow
or ice on the windshield, defrost the
windshield for about 10 minutes, or until
the snow and/or ice is removed before
using the windshield wipers to ensure
proper operation.
If you do not remove the snow and/or ice
before using the wiper and washer, it may
damage the wiper and washer system.

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AUTO (Automatic) control
(if equipped)
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.
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the Engine 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 the OFF (O)
position when the wiper is not in use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury from the
windshield wipers, when the engine
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.
NOTICE

[When washing the vehicle, set the
wiper switch in the OFF (O) position
to stop the auto wiper operation. The
wiper may operate and be damaged
if 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 components
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.

Convenience Features5-96
Front Windshield Washers
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In the OFF (O) position, pull the lever
gently toward you to spray washer fluid
on the windshield and to run the wipers
1-3 cycles. The spray and wiper operation
will continue until you release the lever. If
the washer does not work, you may need
to add washer fluid to the washer fluid
reservoir.
WARNING
When the outside temperature is below
freezing, ALWAYS warm the windshield
using the defroster to help prevent
the washer fluid from freezing on the
windshield and obscuring your vision
which could result in an accident and
serious injury or death.
NOTICE

[ To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is
empty.

[ To prevent possible damage to the
wipers or windshield, do not operate
the wipers when the windshield is
dry.

[ To prevent damage to the wiper
arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers
manually.

[ To prevent possible damage to the
wipers and washer system, use anti-
freezing washer fluids in the winter
season or cold weather.

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Rear Window Wiper and Washer
OTLE045165
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to the desired position to operate the
rear wiper and washer.
HI (2) – High wiper speed
LO (1) – Low wiper speed
OFF (O) – Off
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Push the lever away from you to spray
rear washer fluid and to run the rear
wipers 1~3 cycles. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever.
Auto rear wiper (if equipped)
The rear wiper will operate while the
vehicle is in reverse with the front wiper
ON by selecting the function from the
Settings menu on the LCD display.
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Maintenance9-26
Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes. If
the blades are not wiping properly, clean
both the window and the blades with a
good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
arms or other components, do not:

[ Use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near
them.

[ Attempt to move the wipers

[ manually.

[ Use non-specified wiper blades.
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
or other components, do not attempt to
move the wipers manually.
NOTICE
The use of a non-specified wiper blade
could result in wiper malfunction and
failure.
NOTICE

[In order to prevent damage to the
hood and the wiper arms, the wiper
arms should only be lifted when in
the top wiping position.

[ Always return the wiper arms to the
windshield before driving.
WIPER BLADES

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Front windshield wiper service
positions
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This vehicle has a “hidden” wiper design
which means that the wipers cannot
be lifted when they are in their bottom
resting position.
1. Within 20 seconds of turning off the engine, lift and hold the wiper lever
up to the MIST (or down to the
)
position for about 2 seconds until the
wipers move to the top wipe position.
2. At this time you can lift the wipers off the windshield.
3. Gently put the wipers back down onto the windshield.
4. Turn the wipers to any ON position to return the wipers to the bottom
resting position.
Type A
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1. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then lift up the wiper blade.
2. While pushing the lock (1), pull down the wiper blade (2).
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3. Remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm.
4. Install a new wiper blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
5. Return the wiper arm on the windshield.