2023 HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID Owners Manual

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Resetting the Sunroof
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In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be
performed. Some instances where
resetting the sunroof may be required
include:
• When battery terminal (For plug-in hybrid vehicle) or battery connector
(For hybrid vehicle) is either
disconnected or discharged
• When the sunroof fuse is replaced
• If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/ CLOSE operation is not functioning
properly Sunroof resetting procedure:
1. It is recommended to perform the
reset procedure with the vehicle
engine running. Start the vehicle in P
(Park).
2. Make sure the power sunshade and sunroof glass are in the fully closed
position. If the power sunshade
and sunroof glass are open, push
the switch forward until the power
sunshade and sunroof glass are fully
closed.
3. Release the switch when the power sunshade and sunroof glass are fully
closed.
4. Push the switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass
move slightly. Then release the switch.
5. Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the power
sunshade and sunroof glass slide open
and close. Do not release the switch
until the operation is completed.
If you release the switch during
operation, start the procedure again
from step 2.
Information
If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle
battery terminal (For plug-in hybrid
vehicle) or battery connector (For hybrid
vehicle) is disconnected or discharged, or
the sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may
not operate normally.

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Sunroof Open Warning
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If the driver turns off the engine
when the sunroof is not fully closed, the
warning chime will sound for several
seconds and the sunroof open warning
will appear on the cluster LCD display.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving
your vehicle.
CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is closed fully
when leaving your vehicle.
If the sunroof is left open, rain or snow
may wet the interior of the vehicle.
Also, leaving the sunroof open when the
vehicle is unattended may invite theft.

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EXTERIOR FEATURES
Hood
Opening the hood
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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
hood release lever (1) inside of the
hood center and lift the hood (2).
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4. Pull up on the hood support rod.
5. Install the end of the hood support rod into the slot located on the hood (3).
WARNING
• Grasp the hood support rod in the
area wrapped in rubber when the
engine is hot. The rubber portion will
insulate the heat and protect you
from burn or injury.
• The end of the hood support rod
must be inserted fully into the hood
slot whenever you inspect the engine
compartment. This will prevent
the hood from falling and possibly
injuring you.

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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. Return the hood support rod rod to its clip to prevent it from rattling.
3. Lower the hood until it is about 30 cm (12in.) above the closed position and
let it drop. Make sure that it locks into
place.
4. Check that the hood has engaged properly. If the hood can be raised
slightly, it is not properly engaged.
Open it again and close it with a little
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.
Liftgate
Opening the liftgate
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Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and
set the parking brake.
Then do one of the following:
1. Unlock all doors with the Door Unlock
button on your smart key. Press the
liftgate handle button and open the
liftgate.
2. Press and hold the liftgate Open button on the smart key to unlock the
liftgate. Then press the liftgate handle
button on the vehicle and open the
liftgate.
3. With the Smart Key in your possession, press the liftgate handle
button and open the liftgate.

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Closing the liftgate
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Lower the liftgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the liftgate lid is
securely fastened, always check by trying
to pull it up again without pressing the
liftgate handle button.
WARNING
Always keep the liftgate completely
closed while the vehicle is in motion. If
it is left open or ajar, poisonous exhaust
gases containing carbon monoxide
(CO) may enter the vehicle and serious
illness or death may result.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the liftgate
support struts and the attached
hardware, always close the liftgate
before driving.
Information
In cold and wet climates, the liftgate lock
mechanism and the liftgate support struts
may not operate properly in extreme
cold temperatures. Use caution when
operating the liftgate in sub-zero freezing
conditions.
WARNING
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Do not grab or hold on to the liftgate
support struts at any time. Damage to
the liftgate support struts could result.
Deformation of the liftgate support
struts may cause vehicle damage and
personal injury may occur.
WARNING
• NEVER allow anyone to occupy the
luggage compartment of the vehicle
at any time. If the liftgate is partially
or totally latched and the person
is unable to get out, serious injury
or death could occur due to lack
of ventilation, exhaust fumes and
rapid heat build-up, or because of
exposure to cold weather conditions.
The luggage compartment is also
a highly dangerous location in the
event of a crash because it is not a
protected occupant space but is a
part of the vehicle’s crush zone.
• Your vehicle should be kept locked
and keys should be kept out of
the reach of children. Parents
should teach their children about
the dangers of playing in luggage
compartments.

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Emergency liftgate safety release
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Your vehicle is equipped with the
emergency liftgate safety release lever
located on the bottom of the liftgate.
When someone is inadvertently locked
in the luggage compartment, the liftgate
can be opened by moving the lever in the
direction of the arrow and pushing the
liftgate open.
WARNING
• For emergencies, be fully aware
of the location of the emergency
liftgate safety release lever in the
vehicle and how to open the liftgate
if you are accidentally locked in the
luggage compartment.
• No one should be allowed to occupy
the luggage compartment of the
vehicle at any time. The luggage
compartment is a very dangerous
location in the event of a crash.
• Use the release lever for
emergencies only. Use with extreme
caution, especially while the vehicle
is in motion.
Power Liftgate (if equipped)
Power liftgate operating conditions
The power liftgate operates when
the gear is in P (Park) with the engine
running. However, the power liftgate will
operate regardless of the gear position
when the engine is off. Also, the liftgate
can be opened only when vehicle speed
is below 1.8 mph (3 km/h).
For safety, before attempting to open or
close the liftgate, make sure the vehicle
is in P (Park).
WARNING
• Never leave children or animals
unattended in your vehicle. Children
may operate the power liftgate.
Doing so can result in injury to
themselves or others and can
damage the vehicle.
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Make sure that there are no people
or objects in the path of the power
liftgate or smart liftgate prior to
use. Serious injury, damage to the
vehicle or damage to surrounding
objects (for example, walls, ceilings,
vehicles, etc.) may result if contact
with the liftgate occurs.

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NOTICE
• Do not close or open the liftgate
manually. This may cause damage to
the power liftgate. If it is necessary
to close or open the liftgate manually
when battery terminal (For plug-in
hybrid vehicle) or battery connector
(For hybrid vehicle) is discharged or
disconnected, do not apply excessive
force.
• Do not operate the power liftgate
more than 10 times continuously
when the engine is not running. Use
the power liftgate with the engine
running when the power liftgate is
used repeatedly to prevent battery
discharge.
• Do not leave the power liftgate open
for a long period of time. This may
drain the battery.
• Do not apply excessive force when
the power liftgate is operating. Doing
so could result in vehicle damage.
•
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Do not grab or hold on to the liftgate
support struts at any time. Damage
to the liftgate support struts could
result. Deformation of the liftgate
support struts may cause vehicle
damage and personal injury may
occur. •
Do not modify or repair any part
of the power liftgate by yourself.
This must be done by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
• Do not operate the power liftgate
under the following conditions.
The power liftgate may not operate
properly.
- One side of the vehicle is lifted to
inspect the vehicle or change a tire
- Parking on an uneven road such as
a slope, etc.
• Close the liftgate completely and
lock all doors and liftgate using the
central door lock button before using
an automatic car wash.
• Do not spray high pressure water
directly on the power liftgate outside
open/close button. The liftgate may
open unintentionally.

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Information
• If the liftgate is not fully closed and
vehicle speed is at or above 1.8 mph (3
km/h), a warning will sound 10 times.
Immediately park the vehicle at a safe
place, close the liftgate, and check
that the liftgate open warning on the
instrument cluster is turned off.
• In cold and wet climates, the outside
power liftgate open/close button may
not work properly due to freezing
conditions. If this occurs, remove the
ice before using the outside power
liftgate open/close button or use the
power liftgate open/close button on the
smart key or the instrument panel.
• Operating the power liftgate more
than 5 times continuously could cause
damage to the operating motor. If
this occurs, the power liftgate will not
operate to prevent the motor from
overheating. If any of the power liftgate
buttons are pressed to try to open the
liftgate, the chime will sound 3 times,
but the liftgate will remain closed.
Allow the power liftgate system to cool
for about 1 minute before operating the
system again.
Operating the power liftgate
Power liftgate open/close button (Smart
key, Instrument panel)
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When the liftgate is closed, press the
power liftgate open/close button for 1
second. The power liftgate opens with a
warning sound.
While the liftgate is opening, press the
button to stop liftgate operation.
When the power liftgate is opened, press
and hold the power liftgate open/close
button to close the liftgate. If you release
the button while the liftgate is closing,
power liftgate operation will stop with a
warning sound for 5 seconds.
Also, if the smart key is not within
operation range (approximately 10
m) from the vehicle, power liftgate
operation will stop with a warning sound
for 5 seconds.