2023 HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID stop start

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Immobilizer indicator light
(with smart key)
This indicator light illuminates for up to
30 seconds:
When the vehicle detects the smart key
in the v
ehicle with the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC or ON position.
- Once the smart key is detected, 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 key is not in the vehicle. -
If the smart key is not detected, you
cannot start the engine.
This indicator light illuminates for 2
seconds and goes off:
If the smart key is in the vehicle and the
E
ngine Start/Stop button is ON, but the
vehicle cannot detect the smart key.
If this occurs, we recommend that
you have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
This indicator light blinks:
When there is a malfunction with the
immobiliz
er system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
indicator light
This indicator light illuminates:

[ When y
ou set the ignition switch or
the Engine Start/Stop button to the
ON position.

- The downhill brake control indicator
light illuminates for about 3 seconds
and then goes off.

[ When you activate the system by
pressing the DBC button.
This indicator light blinks:
When Downhill Brake Control system is
oper
ating.
This indicator light illuminates yellow:
Whenever there is a malfunction with
Do
wnhill Brake Control system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
For more details, refer to "Downhill
Brake Control (DBC)" section in chapter
6.

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SPORT Mode indicator light
This indicator light illuminates
When you select "SPORT" mode as drive
mode.
F
or more details, refer to "Drive Mode
Integrated Control System" in chapter
6.
SMART Mode indicator light
This indicator light illuminates:
When you select ''SMART" mode as drive
mode.
F

or more details, refer to "Drive Mode
Integrated Control System'' in chapter
6.
LCD Display Messages
Shift to P (if equipped)
This message is displayed if you try to
turn off the vehicle without the shift
button in the P (Park) position.
If this occurs, the Engine Start/Stop
button turns to the ACC position.
Low key battery (if equipped)
When the Engine Start/Stop button
is pressed to turn OFF the engine,
this message may be displayed. This
message indicates that the internal
battery of the Smart Key is low. Consider
replacing the Smart Key internal battery.
Press START button while turning
wheel (if equipped)
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 (if
equipped)
This message is displayed if the steering
wheel does not lock normally while the
Engine Start/Stop button is pressed to
the OFF position.

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Press brake pedal to start engine (if
equipped)
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 (if equipped)
This message is displayed if the smart
key is not in the vehicle when you press
the Engine Start/ Stop button.
When attempting to start the vehicle,
always have the smart key with you.
Key not detected (if equipped)
This message is displayed if the smart
key is not detected when you press the
Engine Start/Stop button.
Press START button again (if
equipped)
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.
Press START button with key (if
equipped)
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 (if
equipped)
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
This message is displayed if you try to
start the engine in any other position
except P (Park).
Information
For your safety, we recommend that you
start the engine with the gear shifted to P
(Park).
12V battery discharging due to
additional 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.

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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 brake light (if equipped)
This message is displayed if the stop
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.
Ready to start driving
This message is displayed when the
vehicle is ready to be driven.
Check regenerative brakes
This message is displayed when the brake
performance is low or the regenerative
brake does not work properly due to a
failure in the brake system.
If this occurs, it may take longer for the
brake pedal to operate and the braking
distance may become longer.
Stop vehicle and check brakes
This message is displayed when a failure
occurs in the brake system.
If this occurs, park the vehicle in a safe
location and tow your vehicle to the
nearest authorized HYUNDAI dealer and
have the vehicle inspected.
Check Hybrid system
This message is displayed when there
is a problem with the hybrid system.
Refrain from driving when the warning
message is displayed.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Stop safely and check Hybrid system
This message is displayed when there is
a problem with the hybrid system. The
“
” indicator will blink and a warning
chime will sound until the problem is
solved. Refrain from driving when the
warning message is displayed.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Check Hybrid system. Do not start
engine
This message is displayed when the
hybrid battery power (SOC) level is low.
A warning chime will sound until the
problem is solved. Refrain from driving
when the warning message is displayed.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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Stop safely and check power supply
This message is displayed when a failure
occurs in the power supply system.
If this occurs, park the vehicle in a safe
location and tow your vehicle to the
nearest authorized HYUNDAI dealer and
have the vehicle inspected.
Check virtual engine sound system
This message is displayed when there is
a problem with the Virtual Engine Sound
System (VESS).
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Refill inverter coolant
This message is displayed when the
inverter coolant is nearly empty.
You should refill the inverter coolant.
Park with engine On to charge
battery
This message is displayed when the
hybrid battery power (SOC) level is low.
If this occurs, park the vehicle in a safe
location and wait until the hybrid battery
is charged.
Start engine to avoid battery
discharge
This message is displayed to inform the
driver the 12V battery may be discharged
if the ignition switch is in ON position
(without the
indicator ON).
Set the vehicle to the ready (
) mode
to prevent the 12V battery from being
discharged.

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5. Door
ItemsExplanation
Automatically
Lock

[Enable on Shift : All doors will be automatically locked if the gear 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 15km/h (9.3mph).

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

[On Shift to P: All doors will be automatically unlocked if the gear 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.
Two Press
UnlockTo Activate or deactivate Two Press Unlock function.
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.
Power
Liftgate
Opening HeightTo adjust the power liftgate Opening Height.

[ Full Open/Level 3/Level 2/Level 1/User Height Setting
Liftgate Auto
Close-
Smart
LiftgateTo activate or deactivate the smart liftgate.
For more details, refer to "Smart Liftgate" in chapter 5.

à The information provided may differ depending on which functions are applicable
to your vehicle.

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Locking your vehicle (Touch sensor
type) (if equipped)
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1. Make sure that all doors are closed.
2. While having the Smart Key in your possession, touch the outer part of
the door handle on or near the handle
detent for about 1 second or until you
hear the door locks actuate.
3. The doors will be locked. If the liftgate was open, then when the liftgate is
closed it will be locked also.
The chime will sound once and the
hazard warning lights will blink.
• The door handle touch sensor will only operate when the smart key is within
28~40 inches (0.7~1 m) from the
outside door handle.
• Make sure the doors are locked by pulling the door handle. If you locked
the door with the touch sensor on
the door handle, the doors cannot
be unlocked with the sensor within 3
seconds. Note that if you press the outside door
handle to lock the doors using the touch
sensor, the doors will not lock under the
following circumstances:
• The Smart Key is in the vehicle
• The Engine Start/Stop button is in the
ACC or ON position
• Any of the doors are open (except for the liftgate)
If this occurs, then a chime will sound
for about 3 seconds. Check the vehicle
before attempting to lock the car again. CAUTION
Before you leave your vehicle with the
Smart Key, verify that your vehicle is
locked. When using the touch sensor
on the front door handle, listen to hear
that the lock has actuated, and then
pull the handle within 3 seconds to
confirm the doors are locked.
(if it has been longer than 3 seconds,
verify the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the Smart Key. You
will hear a single beep.)
WARNING
Do not leave the Smart Key in
your vehicle with children that are
unattended or unsupervised.
Children could inadvertently press
the Engine Start/Stop button or could
operate the power windows or other
vehicle controls or even cause the
vehicle to move. This could result in
serious injury or death.

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Remote Smart Parking Assist
Feature (if equipped)
Some models are equipped with Remote
Smart Parking Assist Feature. With the
Smart Key, the vehicle can be moved
forward or backward remotely to enter or
exit a tight parking space.
For more details, refer to “Remote
Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)” section in
chapter 7.
Panic alarm
A panic alarm feature is available on the
remote key. When this button is pressed
for about 1 second, the horn will sound
and the hazard lights will blink for about
30 seconds. To stop the horn and lights,
press any button on the remote key.
Push Button Start/Stop (if equipped)
Some models are equipped with a push
button start instead of a key cylinder.
You can leave your Smart Key in your
pocket or purse when you start your
vehicle.
For more details, refer to the “Engine
Start/Stop Button” section in chapter 6.
Information
If the smart key is not moved for some
time, the detection function for smart key
operation will pause. Lift the smart key to
activate the detection again.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the smart key:
• Keep the smart key in a cool,
dry place to avoid damage or
malfunction. Exposure to moisture
or high temperature may cause
the internal circuit of the smart key
to malfunction which may not be
covered under warranty.
• Avoid dropping or throwing the
smart key.
• Protect the smart key from extreme
temperatures.
Mechanical key
If the Smart Key does not operate
normally, you can lock or unlock the
driver’s door by using the mechanical
key.
To remove the mechanical key from the
smart key:
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Press and hold the release button (1) and
remove the mechanical key (2). Insert the
mechanical key into the key hole on the
door.
Key Cylinder (Driver Door)
A key cylinder is located on the driver
side door handle hidden behind a plastic
cover. Using the mechanical key, push
and hold the key cylinder cover release
button located on the underside of the
door handle.
Use the mechanical key inserted into
the release button slot to pry the cover
outward. Once the cover is off, the
mechanical key can be inserted into the
key cylinder to lock or unlock the vehicle.
To reinstall the mechanical key into the
key FOB, put the key into the key FOB
hole and push inward until a click sound
is heard.