2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE headlights

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Instrument cluster control
Instrument panel illumination
When the vehicle’s parking lights or
headlights are on, press the illumination
control switch to adjust the brightness of
the instrument panel illumination.
When pressing the illumination control
switch, the interior switch illumination
intensity also adjusted.
You can adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel illumination form the
User Settings Mode on the LCD display
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Turn signal indicator light
This indicator light blinks:
When you operate the turn signal
indica
tor stalk.
If any of the following occur, there may
be a malfunction with the turn signal
system.
- The turn signal indicator light
illuminates but does not blink

- The turn signal indicator light blinks
rapidly

- The turn signal indicator light does not
illuminate at all
If any of these conditions occur, have
the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
High beam indicator light
This indicator light illuminates:

[ When the headlights ar
e on and in the
high beam position

[ When the turn signal lever is pulled
into the Flash-to-Pass position.
High Beam Assist indicator
light (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:
When the high-beam is on with the light
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witch in the AUTO position.

[ White: When High Beam Assist is
ready to operate.

[ Green: When High Beam Assist is
operating.
If your vehicle detects oncoming or
preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist
will switch the high beam to low beam
automatically.
For more details, refer to “High Beam
Assist (HBA)” section in chapter 5.
Cruise Indicator Light
(if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:
When the cruise control system is
enabled.
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or more details, refer to "Smart Cruise
Control (SCC)" in chapter 7.

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Engine overheated / Engine has
overheated (if equipped)
This message is displayed when the
engine coolant temperature is above
248°F (120°C). This means that the
engine is overheated and may be
damaged.
If your vehicle is overheated, refer to
“Overheating” section in chapter 8.
Check exhaust system (if equipped)
This message is displayed if there is a
problem with the GPF system. At this
time, the GPF warning light will also
blink. If this occurs, have the GPF system
checked by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
GPF : Gasoline Particulate Filter
Check headlight (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if the
headlights are not operating properly.
In addition, if a specific lamp(turn signal
lamp etc.) is not operating properly, the
warning message according to a specific
lamp (turn signal lamp etc.) is displayed.
A corresponding bulb may need to be
replaced.
Make sure to replace the burned out
bulb with a new one of the same wattage
rating.
Check turn signal (if equipped)
This message is displayed if the turn
signal lamps are not operating properly.
A lamp may need to be replaced.
Make sure to replace the burned out
bulb with a new one of the same wattage
rating.
Check headlight LED (if equipped)
This message is displayed if there is a
problem with the LED headlight. Have
the vehicle inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.

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Day/night rearview mirror
(if equipped)
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Make this adjustment before you start
driving and while the day/night lever is in
the day position.
Pull the day/night lever towards you to
reduce glare from the headlights of the
vehicles behind you during night driving.
Remember that you lose some rearview
clarity in the night position.
Electrochromic mirror (ECM) with
HomeLink® system (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a Gentex Automatic-Dimming Mirror
with an Integrated HomeLink® Wireless
Control System.
During nighttime driving, this feature
will automatically detect and reduce
rearview mirror glare. The HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver allows you to
activate your garage door(s), electric
gate, home lighting, etc.
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(1) HomeLink Channel 1
(2) HomeLink Channel 2
(3) HomeLink Channel 3
(4) Garage Door Opener Status Indicator: Closing or Closed
(5) HomeLink Operation Indicator
(6) Garage Door Opener Status Indicator: Opening or Opened
(7) HomeLink User Interface Indicator
Automatic-Dimming Night Vision Safety™
(NVS
®) Mirror (if equipped)
The NVS® Mirror automatically reduces
glar
e by monitoring light levels in the
front and the rear of the vehicle. Any
object that obstructs either light sensor
will degrade the automatic dimming
control feature.
For more information regarding NVS®
mirrors and other applications, please
refer to the Gentex website:
www.gentex.com
Your mirror will automatically dim
upon detecting glare from the vehicles
traveling behind you.
The mirror defaults to the ON position
each time the vehicle is started.

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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
2. AUTO headlight
3. Position lamp
4. Headlight
Daytime Running Light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
mak
e it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day, especially
after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn the dedicated
lamp OFF when :

[ The headlights are ON.

[ The parking brake is applied.

[ The vehicle is turned off.
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AUTO headlight
The position lamp and headlight will
be turned ON or OFF aut

omatically
depending on the amount of daylight as
measured by the ambient light sensor (1)
at the upper end of the windshield glass.
Even with the AUTO headlight feature
in operation, it is recommended to
manually turn ON the headlights 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 windshield glass.

[ 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 headlight
system may not work properly.
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Headlight delay function
(if equipped)
If you place the ignition switch to the
ACC position or the OFF position with
the headlights ON, the headlights (and/
or position lamps) remain on for about
5 minutes. However, if the driver’s door
is opened and closed, the headlights
are turned off after 15 seconds. Also,
with the vehicle off if the driver’s door is
opened and closed, the headlights (and/
or position lamps) are turned off after 15
seconds.
The headlights (and/or position lamps)
can be turned off by pressing the lock
button on the remote key or smart key
twice or turning the headlight switch to
the OFF or AUTO position.
You can enable the headlight delay
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Limitations of High Beam Assist
High Beam Assist may not work properly
in the following situations:

[ Light from a vehicle is not detected
because of lamp damage, or because
it is hidden from sight, etc.

[ Headlight of a vehicle is covered with
dust, snow or water.

[ A vehicle’s headlights are off but the
fog lamps are on and etc.

[ There is a lamp that has a similar
shape as a vehicle’s lamp.

[ Headlights have been damaged or not
repaired properly.

[ Headlights are not aimed properly.

[ Driving on a narrow curved road,
rough road, uphill or downhill.

[ Vehicle in front is partially visible on a
crossroad or curved road.

[ There is a traffic light, reflecting sign,
flashing sign or mirror ahead.

[ There is a temporary reflector or flash
ahead (construction area).

[ The road conditions are bad such as
being wet, iced or covered with snow.

[ A vehicle suddenly appears from a
curve.

[ The vehicle is tilted from a flat tire or
is being towed.

[ Light from a vehicle is not detected
because of exhaust fume, smoke, fog,
snow, etc.
For more details on the limitations
of the front view camera, refer to
“Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
(FCA)” section in chapter 7. WARNING

[ At times, High Beam Assist may not
work properly. It is the responsibility
of the driver for safe driving
practices and always check the road
conditions for your safety.

[ When High Beam Assist does not
operate normally, change the
headlight position manually between
high beam and low beam.

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NOTICE
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid
engine overheating, possible damage to
the transmission, and tire damage. See
“Towing” section in chapter 8.
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration.
Driving at night
Night driving presents more hazards than
driving in the daylight. Here are some
important tips to remember:

[ Slow down and keep more distance
between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.

[ Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare
from other drivers’ headlights.

[ Keep your headlights clean and
properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night.

[ Avoid staring directly at the headlights
of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to
readjust to the darkness.
Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. Here are a few things to
consider when driving in the rain or on
slick pavement:

[Slow down and allow extra following
distance. A heavy rainfall makes
it harder to see and increases the
distance needed to stop your vehicle.

[ Turn OFF your Cruise Control. (if
equipped)

[ Replace your windshield wiper blades
when they show signs of streaking or
missing areas on the windshield.

[ Be sure your tires have enough tread.
If your tires do not have enough tread,
making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. See “Tire Tread” section
in chapter 9.

[ Turn on your headlights to make it
easier for others to see you.

[ Driving too fast through large puddles
can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.

[ If you believe your brakes may be wet,
apply them lightly while driving until
normal braking operation returns.
Hydroplaning
If the road is wet enough and you are
going fast enough, your vehicle may
have little or no contact with the road
surface and actually ride on the water.
The best advice is SLOW DOWN when
the road is wet.
The risk of hydroplaning increases as
the depth of tire tread decreases, refer
to “Tire Tread” section in chapter 9.