2023 HYUNDAI SONATA Instrument cluster

While Driving
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When the message “Trans cooled.
Resume driving.” appears you can
continue to drive your vehicle.
• When possible, drive the vehicle
smoothly.
If any of the warning messages in the
LCD display continue to blink, for your
safety, we recommend that you contact
an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have
the system checked.
Transmission ranges
The indicator in the instrument cluster
displays the shift lever⁄button position
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop before
shifting into P (Park).
To shift from P (Park), you must depress
firmly on the brake pedal and make sure
your foot is off the accelerator pedal.
The shift lever/button must be in P (Park)
before turning the engine off.
WARNING
• Shifting into P (Park) while the
vehicle is in motion may cause you to
lose control of the vehicle.
• After the vehicle has stopped, always
make sure the shift lever/button is in
P (Park), apply the parking brake, and
turn the engine off.
• When parking on an incline, place
the shift lever/button in P (Park) and
apply the parking brake to prevent
the vehicle from rolling downhill.
• For safety, always engage the
parking brake with the shift lever/
button in the P (Park) position except
for the case of emergency parking.
R (Reverse)
Use this position to drive the vehicle
backward.
NOTICE
Always come to a complete stop before
shifting into or out of R (Reverse); you
may damage the transmission if you
shift into R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
in motion.
When the vehicle is stopped in
R (Reverse) position, if you open
the driver’s door with the seat belt
unfastened, the gear is shifted to P (Park)
position automatically.
However when the vehicle moves
in R (Reverse) position, if you open
the driver’s door with the seat belt
unfastened, the gear may be not shifted
to P (Park) position automatically for
protecting the dual clutch transmission.
N (Neutral)
The wheels and transmission are not engaged.
Use N (Neutral) if you need to restart a
stalled engine, or if it is necessary to stop
with the engine ON. Shift into P (Park)
if you need to leave your vehicle for any
reason.
Always depress the brake pedal when
you are shifting from N (Neutral) to
another gear.

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The Launch Control system controls the
vehicle to reduce wheel spin or slip on a
hard acceleration from a standing start.
Launch control operation and
release
Prerequisite for activation
The Launch Control gets ready to
be activated, when the following
prerequisites are satisfied. •
All doors, hood and trunk are closed.
• The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
• If the engine temperature is
overheated, cooling down it before
using the launch control.
• If the engine temperature is low,
warming up the engine.
• The vehicle is at a complete stop.
Then align the steering wheel straight.
• Release the parking brake by pressing
the EPB switch and if the AUTO HOLD
function is working, please turn off
the function by releasing the AUTO
HOLD button.
CAUTION
• The Launch Control system is
intended for use at a closed race
track and not intended for use on
public roads. It will not compensate
for driver’s who are inexperienced or
lack familiarity with the race track.
• The Launch performance may be
varied by fuel, environment, tire and
load condition.
• We recommend you use the function
after breaking in your vehicle and
constant use of Launch Control can
put enormous stress on the vehicle
resulting in premature wear of
related components. To Ready Launch Control
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1. Select SPORT+ mode using the drive mode selection Switch. (SPORT+
indicator will illuminate on the
instrument cluster LCD display.)
2. Turn off ESC by pressing the ESC OFF button for more than 3 seconds. (The
ESC OFF indicator will illuminate on
the instrument cluster.)
3. Shift to the D (Drive) position.
4. Depress the brake pedal firmly with
your left foot, and depressing the
accelerator pedal down fully with your
right foot. Then, the launch control
is ready for operation. The message
“Launch Control Ready” will appear
on the instrument cluster LCD display.
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Drive moDe integrateD control system (if equippeD)
Drive Mode
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The drive mode may be selected
according to the driver’s preference or
road condition.
Information
If there is a problem with the
instrument cluster, the drive mode will
be in COMFORT mode and may not
change to NORMAL mode or SPORT mode.
The mode changes when you toggle the
DRIVE MODE button.
CUSTOM
SPORT
NORMAL
SMART
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CUSTOM
SPORT+
SPORT
NORMAL
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When COMFORT mode is selected, it is
not displayed on the instrument cluster. • NORMAL mode :
NORMAL mode helps provide smooth
driving and comfortable riding.
• SPORT mode :
SPORT mode helps provide sporty but firm riding.
• CUSTOM mode :
The driver can separately adjust
modes of each driving system.
• SMART mode :
SMART mode automatically adjusts
the driving mode (NORMAL « SPORT)
in accordance with the driver's driving habits.
• SPORT+ mode :
SPORT+ mode provides sporty but firm riding.
The drive mode will change to NORMAL
mode when the engine is restarted.
When changing the drive mode setting,
the responsiveness of Smart Cruise
Control changes.

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SPORT+ mode
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SPORT+ mode manages the
driving dynamics by
automatically adjusting the
steering effort, the engine
and transmission control
logic for enhanced driver
performance.
• When SPORT+ mode is selected by
using the DRIVE MODE switch, the
SPORT+ indicator will illuminate.
• Whenever the engine is restarted,
the Drive Mode will revert back to
NORMAL mode. If SPORT+ mode is
desired, re-select SPORT+ mode from
the DRIVE MODE switch.
• When SPORT+ mode is activated:
- The engine rpm will tend to remain raised over a certain length of time
even after releasing the accelerator
- Upshifts are delayed when accelerating
Information
In SPORT+ mode, the fuel efficiency may
decrease. SMART mode
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SMART mode selects the
proper driving mode among
NORMAL and SPORT by
judging the driver’s driving
habits (i.e. Economic or
Aggressive (Sportive)) from
the brake pedal depression
or the steering wheel
operation.
• Toggle the DRIVE MODE button to
select SMART mode. When SMART
mode is selected, the indicator
illuminates on the instrument cluster.
• SMART mode automatically controls
the vehicle driving, such as gear
shifting patterns and engine torque,
in accordance with the driver’s driving habits.
Information
When you dynamically drive the vehicle
in SMART mode by abruptly decelerating
or sharply turning the driving mode
changes to SPORT mode. However, it may
adversely affect fuel economy.

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The warning light illuminates
on the instrument cluster,
when you cancel FCA
system.
The driver can monitor the FCA ON/OFF
status on the LCD display or infotainment
system display (if equipped). Also, the
warning light illuminates when ESC
(Electronic Stability Control) is turned
off. If the warning light remains ON
when FCA is activated, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
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Warning Timing
• Selecting Warning Timing
The driver can select the initial
warning activation time from the
User Settings in the LCD display
or infotainment system display (if
equipped) by selecting ‘User Settings
→ Driver Assistance → Warning Timing
→ Normal/Late’.
The options for the initial Forward
Collision Warning includes the following: - Normal: When this option is selected, the
initial Forward Collision Warning
is activated sensitively. If you feel
the warning activates too early, set
Forward Collision Warning to ‘Later’.
Even though, ‘Normal’ is selected if
the front vehicle suddenly stops the
initial warning activation time may not
seem fast. - Late:
When this option is selected, the initial
Forward Collision Warning is activated
later than normal. This setting reduces
the amount of distance between
the vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist (if
equipped) ahead before the initial
warning occurs.
Select ‘Late’ when traffic is light and
when driving speed is slow.
When you accelerate suddenly to the
vehicle ahead, the warning may seem
to activate earlier even if ‘Later’ is
selected.
Information
If you change the warning timing, the
warning timing of other systems may change.
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Warning Volume
• The driver can select the warning
volume of Forward Collision Warning
in the User Settings in the
LCD display or infotainment system
display by selecting ‘User Settings →

Driver Assistance → Warning Volume
→ High/Medium/Low'.
Information
If you change the warning volume, the
warning volume of other systems may
change. Always be aware before changing the warning volume.

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Do not place objects on the
dashboard that reflects light such as
mirrors, white paper, etc. This may
prevent LKA system from functioning
properly.
• Always have your hands on the
steering wheel while LKA system is
activated. If you continue to drive
with your hands off the steering
wheel after the “Keep hands on
steering wheel” warning message
appears, the system will stop
controlling the steering wheel.
• The steering wheel is not
continuously controlled so if the
vehicle speed is at a higher rate
when leaving a lane the vehicle may
not be controlled by the system. The
driver must always follow the speed
limit when using the system.
• If you attach objects to the steering
wheel, the system may not assist
steering or the hands off alarm may
not work properly.
LKA Operation
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To activate/deactivate LKA system:
With the ignition switch in the ON
position, press LKA system button
located on the instrument panel on the
left hand side of the steering wheel. The
indicator in the cluster
display will initially illuminate white. This
indicates LKA system is in the READY but
NOT ENABLED state.
Note that the vehicle speed
must be at least approximately
64 km/h (40 mph) to ENABLE
LKA system. The indicator in the
cluster display will illuminate
green.
- White: Sensor does not detect lane markers or vehicle speed is under 64
km/h (40 mph).
- Green: Sensor detects lane markers and the system is able to control
vehicle steering.
Information
If the indicator (white) is activated from
the previous ignition cycle, the system will
turn ON without any additional control.
If you press the LKA button again, the
indicator on the cluster goes off.

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WARNING
• The warning light on the side view
mirror will illuminate whenever a
vehicle is detected at the rear side by
the system.
To help avoid accidents, do not focus
only on the warning light and neglect
to see the surrounding of the vehicle.
• Drive safely even though the
vehicle is equipped with Blind-Spot
Collision-Avoidance Assist system.
Do not solely rely on the system
but check your surrounding before changing lanes or backing the
vehicle up.
• The system may not alert the driver
in some conditions so always check
your surroundings while driving.
CAUTION
• The driver should always use
extreme caution while operating
the vehicle, whether or not the
warning light on the side view mirror
illuminates or there is a warning alarm.
• Playing the vehicle audio system at
high volume may offset the Blind-
Spot Collision Warning system
warning sounds.
• The warning of Blind-Spot Collision-
Avoidance Assist system may not
sound while other system’s warning sounds. Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance
Assist
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
system may apply braking power, when
an approaching vehicle is detected
within a certain distance next to or
behind your vehicle.
It gently applies braking power on the
wheel, which is located in the opposite
side of the possibly-colliding point. The
instrument cluster will inform the driver
of the system activation.
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
system is automatically deactivated when:
- The vehicle drives a certain distance away
- The vehicle direction is changed against the possible-colliding point
- The steering wheel is abruptly moved
- The brake pedal is depressed
- After a certain period of time
The driver should drive the vehicle in the
middle of the vehicle lanes to keep the
system in the ready status.
When the vehicle drives too close to one
side of the vehicle lanes, the system may
not properly operate.
In addition, the system may not properly
control your vehicle in accordance with
driving situations. Thus, always pay close
attention to road situations.

While Driving
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Blind View Monitor displays the left or
right side of the rear blind spot area of
your vehicle in the instrument cluster
when the left or right turn signal is on.
This function helps you when changing lanes. • The system is activated when the
following steps are performed.
1. The engine is running.
2. The turn signal is turned on. •
The system is deactivated when one
of the following is performed.
- The Engine Start/Stop button is in the OFF position.
- The turn signal is turned off
- The hazard warning flasher is on
- A warning screen pops up and takes priority over Blind-Spot View
Monitor system.
WARNING
• This system is a supplemental system
only. It is the responsibility of the
driver to always check the area
around the vehicle before and while making turns or changing lanes.
• ALWAYS look around your vehicle
to make sure there are no objects or
obstacles before moving the vehicle
in any direction to prevent a collision.
• Objects are closer than they appear.
Failure to visually confirm that view
the blind spot area is safe to change
the lane before doing so may result
in crash and serious injury or death.
• Always keep the camera lens clean.
The camera may not work normally
if the lens is covered with foreign
substance.
BlinD view monitor (Bvm) (if equippeD)