2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE key

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Instrument cluster .....................................................................\
....................... 4-4Instrument cluster control ........................................................................\
...................4-5Instrument panel illumination ........................................................................\
...........4-5
Gauges and meters ........................................................................\
..............................4-5 Speedometer .....................................................................\
........................................4-5
Tachometer .....................................................................\
...........................................4-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................................\
. 4-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
......................................... 4-6
Outside temperature gauge ........................................................................\
.............. 4-7
Odometer .....................................................................\
............................................. 4-8
Distance to empty ........................................................................\
............................ 4-8
Fuel economy (for 12.3-inch cluster) ...................................................................... 4-9
Transmission shift indicator ........................................................................\
................ 4-9 Automatic transmission / Dual clutch transmission shift indicator ..................... 4-9
Warning and indicator lights ........................................................................\
............. 4-10 Seat belt warning light ........................................................................\
.................... 4-10
Air bag warning light ........................................................................\
....................... 4-10
Parking brake & Brake fluid warning light .............................................................. 4-10
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light ........................................................... 4-11
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light .......................... 4-11
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light .......................................................... 4-12
Charging system warning light ........................................................................\
....... 4-12
Engine oil pressure warning light ........................................................................\
... 4-13
Low fuel level warning light ........................................................................\
............ 4-13
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................................................................\
.. 4-13
Exhaust system (GPF) warning light (for gasoline engine) ................................... 4-14
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light ........................................................ 4-14
AUTO HOLD indicator light ........................................................................\
............. 4-15
Low tire pressure warning light ......................................................................\
........ 4-15
Forward Safety warning light ........................................................................\
.......... 4-16
Lane Safety indicator light ........................................................................\
.............. 4-16
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) warning light ......................................................................\
.. 4-16
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) LOCK Indicator Light ............................................................4-17
LED headlight warning light ........................................................................\
.............4-17
Icy road warning light ........................................................................\
...................... 4-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light ................................................... 4-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF indicator light ........................................... 4-18
Immobilizer Indicator Light (without smart key) .................................................. 4-19
Immobilizer Indicator Light (with smart key) ......................................................... 4-19
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light ........................................................4-20
4. Instrument cluster

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AUTO STOP indicator light ........................................................................\
..............4-20
Turn signal indicator light ........................................................................\
.................4-21
High beam indicator light ........................................................................\
................4-21
High Beam Assist indicator light ........................................................................\
......4-21
Cruise Indicator Light ........................................................................\
.......................4-21
SPORT Mode Indicator Light ........................................................................\
........... 4-22
ECO Mode Indicator Light ........................................................................\
............... 4-22
SMART Mode Indicator Light ........................................................................\
.......... 4-22
Master warning light ........................................................................\
........................ 4-22
LCD display messages ........................................................................\
....................... 4-23 Shift to P (for smart key system) ........................................................................\
..... 4-23
Low key battery (for smart key system).................................................................. 4-23
Press START button while turning wheel (for smart key system) ......................... 4-23
Check steering wheel lock system
(for smart key system) ........................................................................\
..................... 4-23
Press brake pedal to start engine (for smart key system) .................................... 4-23
Key not in vehicle (for smart key system) ............................................................... 4-23
Key not detected (for smart key system)................................................................ 4-23
Press START button again (for smart key system) ................................................ 4-23
Press START button with key (for smart key system) ........................................... 4-24
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse (for smart key system) ............................................. 4-24
Shift to P or N to start engine (for smart key system) .......................................... 4-24
Battery discharging due to external electrical devices ......................................... 4-24
Door, Hood, Liftgate open indicator ....................................................................... 4-25
Sunroof open indicator ........................................................................\
.................... 4-25
Low tire pressure ........................................................................\
............................. 4-25
Lights .................................................................\
....................................................... 4-26
Wiper ..................................................................\
......................................................4 -26
Low washer fluid ........................................................................\
..............................4-26
Low fuel ........................................................................\
............................................4-26
Low engine oil ........................................................................\
..................................4-26
Engine overheated / Engine has overheated ......................................................... 4-27
Check exhaust system ........................................................................\
..................... 4-27
Check headlight ........................................................................\
............................... 4-27
Check turn signal ........................................................................\
............................. 4-27
Check headlight LED ........................................................................\
....................... 4-27
Check Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system ...............................................4-28
Check Lane Keeping Assist system ........................................................................\
4-28
Check Blind-Spot Collision Warning system..........................................................4-28
Check Driver Attention Warning system ................................................................4-28
Check High Beam Assist system ........................................................................\
.....4-28
Check Smart Cruise Control system .......................................................................4-28

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4-19
Immobilizer Indicator Light
(without smart key)
(if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:

[When the v
ehicle detects the
immobilizer in the key with the
ignition switch in the ON position.
- At this time, you can start the engine.

- The indicator light goes off after
starting the engine.
This indicator light blinks:

[ When ther
e is a malfunction with the
immobilizer system.
In this case, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Immobilizer Indicator Light
(with smart key)
(if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates for up to
30 seconds:

[ When the v
ehicle detects the smart
key in the vehicle with the Engine
Start/Stop button in the ACC or ON
position.
- At this time, you can start the engine.

- The indicator light goes off after
starting the engine.
This indicator light blinks for a few
seconds:

[ When the smart k
ey is not in the
vehicle.
- At this time, you cannot start the engine.
This indicator light illuminates for 2
seconds and goes off:

[ If the smart k
ey is in the vehicle and
the Engine Start/Stop button is ON,
but the vehicle cannot detect the
smart key.
In this case, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
This indicator light blinks:

[ When ther
e is a malfunction with the
immobilizer system.
In this case, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.

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4-23
LCD display messages
Shift to P (for smart key system)
This message is displayed if you try to
turn off the vehicle without the gear in
the P (Park) position.
If this occurs, the Engine Start/Stop
button turns to the ACC position.
Low key battery (for smart key
system)
This message is displayed if the battery
of the smart key is discharged while
changing the Engine Start/Stop button to
the OFF position.
Press START button while turning
wheel (for smart key system)
This message is displayed if the steering
wheel does not unlock normally when
the Engine Start/Stop button is pressed.
You should press the Engine Start/Stop
button while turning the steering wheel
right and left.
Check steering wheel lock system
(for smart key system)
This message is displayed if the steering
wheel does not lock normally while the
Engine Start/Stop button is pressed to
the OFF position.
Press brake pedal to start engine (for
smart key system)
This message is displayed if the Engine
Start/Stop button changes to the ACC
position twice by pressing the button
repeatedly without depressing the brake
pedal.
You can start the vehicle by depressing
the brake pedal and then pressing the
Engine Start/Stop button.
Key not in vehicle (for smart key
system)
This message is displayed if the smart
key is not in the vehicle when you leave
the vehicle with the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ON or Start position.
Always turn off the engine before leaving
your vehicle.
Key not detected (for smart key
system)
This message is displayed if the smart
key is not detected when you press the
Engine Start/Stop button.
Press START button again (for smart
key system)
This message is displayed if you were
unable to start the vehicle when the
Engine Start/Stop button was pressed.
If this occurs, attempt to start the engine
by pressing the Engine Start/ Stop button
again.
If the warning message appears each
time you press the Engine Start/Stop
button, have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Instrument cluster4-24
Press START button with key
(for smart key system)
This message is displayed if you press
the Engine Start/Stop button while the
warning message “Key not detected” is
displayed.
At this time, the immobilizer indicator
light blinks.
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse
(for smart key system)
This message is displayed if the brake
switch fuse is disconnected.
You need to replace the fuse with a new
one before starting the engine.
If that is not possible, you can start the
engine by pressing the Engine Start/
Stop button for 10 seconds in the ACC
position.
Shift to P to start engine
(for smart key system)
This message is displayed if you try to
start the engine in any other position
except P (Park).
Battery discharging due to external
electrical devices (if equipped)
This message is displayed if the 12V
battery voltage is weak due to any
non-factory electrical accessories (ex.
dashboard camera) while parking. Be
careful that the battery is not discharged.
If the message appears after removing
the non-factory electrical accessories,
have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Instrument cluster4-38
5. Door
Items Explanation
Automatically
Lock

[Enable on Shift : All doors will be automatically locked if the shift button
is shifted from the P (Park) position to the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), or D
(Drive) position. (only when the engine is running.)

[ Enable on Speed : All doors will be automatically locked when the vehicle
speed exceeds 9.3mph (15km/h).

[ Off : The auto door lock operation will be deactivated.
Automatically
Unlock

[On Shift to P: All doors will be automatically unlocked if the shift button is
shifted to the P (Park) position. (only when the engine is running.)

[ On key out/On vehicle off : All doors will be automatically unlocked when
the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch or the Engine Start/
Stop button is set to the OFF position.

[ Off : The auto door unlock operation will be canceled.
Power
LiftgateIf this item is checked, the power liftgate function will be activated.
For more details, refer to "Power liftgate" in chapter 5.
Power
Liftgate
Opening SpeedTo adjust the power liftgate speed.

[ Fast/Normal
For more details, refer to "Power liftgate" in chapter 5.
Smart
LiftgateTo activate or deactivate the smart liftgate.
For more details, refer to "Smart liftgate" in chapter 5.
6. Convenience
Items Explanation
Seat Easy
Access

[ Off : The seat easy access function is deactivated.

[ Normal/Extended : When you turn off the engine, the driver's seat will
automatically move rearward short (Normal) or long (Extended) for you to
enter or exit the vehicle more comfortably.
For more details, refer to "Driver Position Memory System" in chapter 5.
Rear
Occupant AlertTo activate or deactivate the Rear Occupant Alert.
For more details, refer to "Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) system" in chapter
5.
Welcome
Mirror/Light

[ On door unlock : The side view mirrors are unfolded and the welcome
light turns on automatically when the doors are unlocked.

[ On driver approach : The side view mirrors are unfolded and the welcome
light turns on automatically when the vehicle is approached with the
smart key.
For more details, refer to ''Welcome System'' in chapter 5."

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Accessing your vehicle ........................................................................\
............. 5-5Remote key ........................................................................\
........................................... 5-5
Smart key ........................................................................\
..............................................5-8
Immobilizer system ........................................................................\
............................ 5-14
Hyundai Digital Key ........................................................................\
.............................5-15
Door locks.......................................................................\
.................................. 5-31Operating door locks from outside the vehicle.........................................................5-31
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle .......................................................... 5-32
Auto door lock/unlock features......................................................................\
........... 5-35
Child-protector rear door locks ........................................................................\
......... 5-35
Electronic child safety lock ........................................................................\
................5-36
Theft-alarm system ........................................................................\
................. 5-38
Integrated memory system ........................................................................\
.... 5-39
Storing memory positions ........................................................................\
.................5-39
Recalling memory positions ........................................................................\
............. 5-40
Resetting the system .....................................................................\
........................... 5-40
Easy access function ........................................................................\
.......................... 5-41
Steering wheel ........................................................................\
........................ 5-42Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........................................................................\
............5-42
Tilt / Telescopic steering ........................................................................\
....................5-43
Heated steering wheel ........................................................................\
.......................5-43
Horn........................................................................\
.................................................... 5-44
Mirrors ......................................................................\
....................................... 5-45Inside rearview mirror ........................................................................\
........................5-45
Side View mirrors ........................................................................\
............................... 5-55
Reverse parking aid ........................................................................\
............................ 5-57
Windows ......................................................................\
.................................... 5-58Power windows ........................................................................\
..................................5-59
Panoramic sunroof ........................................................................\
.................. 5-62Power sunshade ........................................................................\
.................................5-63
Tilt open/close ........................................................................\
....................................5-63
Slide open/close ........................................................................\
................................ 5-64
Resetting the sunroof ......................................................................\
..........................5-65
Sunroof open warning ........................................................................\
...................... 5-66
5. Convenience features

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5-5
Remote key (if equipped)
OPD046001
Your HYUNDAI uses a remote key, which
you can use to lock or unlock the driver
and passenger doors or the liftgate.
1. Door Lock
2. Door Unlock
3. Liftgate Open
4. Panic
Locking
To lock :
1. Close all doors, engine hood and liftgate.
2. Press the Door Lock button (1) on the remote key.
3. The doors will lock. The hazard warning lights will blink. Also, the side
view mirror will fold, if ‘Convenience