2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Front

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Automatic reverse (if equipped)
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If a window senses any obstacle while it
is closing automatically, it will stop and
lower approximately 12 in. (30 cm) to
allow the object to be cleared.
If the window detects the resistance
while the power window switch is
pulled up continuously, the window
will stop upward movement then lower
approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm).
If the power window switch is pulled
up continuously again within 5 seconds
after the window is lowered by the
automatic window reverse feature,
the automatic window reverse will not
operate.
Information
The automatic reverse feature is only
active when the “Auto Up” feature is used
by fully pulling up the switch to the second
detent.
NOTICE
Do not install any accessories on the
windows. The automatic reverse
feature may not operate.
WARNING
Make sure body parts or other objects
are safely out of the way before closing
the windows to avoid injuries or vehicle
damage.
Objects less than 0.16 in (4 mm) in
diameter caught between the window
glass and the upper window channel
may not be detected by the automatic
reverse window and the window will
not stop and reverse direction.
Power window lock button
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The driver can disable the power window
switches on the rear passenger doors by
pressing the power window lock button.
When the power window lock button is
pressed:

[ The driver’s master control can
operate all the power windows.

[ The front passenger’s control can
operate the front passenger’s power
window.

[ The rear passenger’s control cannot
operate the rear passengers’ power
window.

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If your vehicle is equipped with a
sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof
with the sunroof control switch located
on the overhead console.
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The sunroof can only be operated when
the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ON or START position.
The sunroof can be operated for
approximately 3 minutes after the
ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ACC or LOCK/OFF
position.
However, if the front door is open, the
sunroof cannot be operated even within
the 3 minute period.
WARNING

[ Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade
when your vehicle stops. This could
result in loss of control and an
accident that may cause, serious
injury, or property damage.

[ Do not leave the engine running
and the key in your vehicle with
unsupervised children. Unattended
children could operate the sunroof,
which could result in serious injury.

[ Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It
may cause injury or vehicle damage.
NOTICE
Do not operate the sunroof when roof
bars are installed on the vehicle or
when there is luggage on the roof.
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Hood
Opening the hood
OTM050032
1. Park the vehicle and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open
slightly.
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3. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push up the secondary
latch (1) inside of the hood center and
lift the hood.
After the hood has been lifted halfway,
it will raise completely by itself.
Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check in and around the engine compartment to
ensure the following:
- Any tools or other loose objects are removed from the engine room
area or hood opening area
- All glove, rags, or other combustible material is removed
from the engine compartment

- All filler caps are tightly and
correctly installed
2. Lower the hood halfway (lifted approximately 12 in. (30 cm) from the
closed position) and push down to
securely lock in place. Then double
check to be sure the hood is secure.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it is
not securely locked. Open it again and
close it with more force.
WARNING

[Before closing the hood, ensure
all obstructions are removed from
around the hood opening.

[ Always double check to be sure that
the hood is firmly latched before
driving away. Check there is no
hood open warning light or message
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Driving with the hood opened may
cause a total loss of visibility, which
might result in an accident.

[ Do not move the vehicle with the
hood in the raised position, as vision
is obstructed, which might result in
an accident, and the hood could fall
or be damaged.
EXTERIOR FEATURES

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Smart liftgate (if equipped)
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On a vehicle equipped with a smart key,
the liftgate can be opened with hands-
free activation using the smart liftgate
system.
Using smart liftgate
The hands-free smart liftgate system
can be opened automatically when the
following conditions are met:

[The smart liftgate option is enabled in
the Settings menu in the infotainment
system screen.

[ The smart liftgate is activated and
ready 15 seconds after all the doors
are closed and locked.

[ The smart liftgate will open when
the smart key is detected in the area
behind the vehicle for 3 seconds.
Information
The smart liftgate will NOT operate when:

[A door is not locked or closed.

[ The smart key is detected within
15 seconds from when the doors were
closed and locked.

[ The smart key is detected within
15 seconds after the doors are closed
and locked, and within 60 in. (1.5
m) from the front door handles. (for
vehicles equipped with Welcome Light).

[ The smart key is in the vehicle.
1. Settings To activate the Smart Liftgate, go to
User Settings Mode and select Smart
Liftgate on the LCD display.
2. Detect and Alert The smart liftgate detecting area
extends approximately 20~40 in.
(50~100 cm) behind the vehicle. If you
are positioned in the detecting area
and are carrying the smart key, the
hazard warning lights will blink and
the chime will sound to alert you that
the smart liftgate will open.

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Precautions while using the
head-up display

[It may sometimes be difficult to read
information on the Head-Up Display in
the following situations.
- The driver is improperly positioned in the driver’s seat
- The driver wears polarizing-filter sunglasses
- An object is located above the head-up display cover
- The vehicle is driven on a wet road
- Any improper lighting accessory is installed inside the vehicle, or there
is incoming light from outside of the
vehicle
- The driver wears glasses

- The driver wears contact lenses
When it is difficult to read the Head-
Up Display information, adjust the
image height or brightness level from
the Settings menu in the infotainment
system screen.
[
For your safety, make sure to stop the
vehicle before adjusting the settings.

[ Do not tint the front windshield glass
or add other types of metallic coating.
Otherwise, the Head-Up Display
image may be invisible.

[ Do not place any accessories on the
crash pad or attach any objects on the
windshield glass.

[ When replacing the front windshield
glass, replace it with a windshield
glass designed for Head-Up Display
operation. Otherwise, duplicated
images may be displayed on the
windshield glass.
WARNING
Blind-Spot Collision Warning
warnings on the Head-Up Display are
supplemental. Do not solely depend on
them to change lanes. Always take a
look around before changing lanes.

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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.
LIGHTING

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High Beam Assist will automatically
adjust the headlight range (switches
between high beam and low beam)
depending on the brightness of detected
vehicles and certain road conditions.
Detecting sensor (Front view
camera)
OTM070001[1] : Front view camera
The front view camera is used as a
detecting sensor to detect ambient light
and brightness while driving.
Refer to the picture above for the
detailed location of the detecting sensor.
NOTICE
Always keep the front view camera in
good condition to maintain optimal
performance of High Beam Assist.
For more details on the precautions
of the front view camera, refer to
“Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
(FCA)” section in chapter 7.
High Beam Assist Settings
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Beam Assist (or HBA (High Beam Assist))’
from the Settings menu to turn on High
Beam Assist and deselect to turn off the
system.
WARNING
For your safety, change the Settings
after parking the vehicle at a safe
location.
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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 headlight switch in
the AUTO position and push
the headlight lever towards the
instrument cluster. The High Beam
Assist (
) indicator light will
illuminate on the cluster and the
system will be enabled.
- When the system is enabled, high beam will turn on when vehicle
speed is above 25mph (40km/h).
When vehicle speed is below 15mph
(25km/h), high beam will not turn
on.

- The High Beam (
) indicator light
will illuminate on the cluster when
high beam is on.

[ When High Beam Assist is operating,
if the headlight lever or switch is used,
the system operates as follow:

- If the headlight 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 headlight
lever, the lever will move to the
middle and the high beam will turn
off.

- If the headlight lever is pulled
towards you when the high beam is
on by High Beam Assist, low beam
will be on and the system will turn
off.

- If the headlight switch is placed
from AUTO to another position
(headlight/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 headlight of an oncoming
vehicle is detected.
- When the tail lamp of a vehicle in front is detected.

- When the headlight 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.
High Beam Assist Malfunction
and Limitations
High Beam Assist Malfunction
„Type A „Type B
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When High Beam Assist is not working
properly, the ‘Check High Beam Assist
(HBA) system’ or ‘Check HBA (High
Beam Assist system’ warning message
will appear and
warning light will
illuminate on the cluster. Have the
system be inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.