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Information
• The vehicle must be in P (Park) for the
remote start function to start.
• The engine turns off if you get on the
vehicle without a registered smart key.
• The engine turns off if you do not get
on the vehicle within 10 minutes after
remotely starting the vehicle.
• The Remote Start button may not
operate if the smart key is not within 32
feet (10 m).
• The vehicle will not remotely start if the
engine hood or liftgate is opened.
• Do not idle the engine for a long period.
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
The horn sounds and the hazard warning
lights blink for about 30 seconds if this
button is pressed for more than 1 second
To stop the horn and lights, press any
button on the transmitter.
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.

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Immobilizer system
The immobilizer system helps protect
your vehicle from theft. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the Engine Start/Stop button
is pressed to the ON position, the
immobilizer system indicator should
come on briefly, then go off. If the
indicator starts to blink, the system does
not recognize the coding of the key.
Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the OFF position, then press the Engine
Start/Stop button to the ON position
again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer key
or other metal object (i.e., key chain) is
near the key. The engine may not start
because the metal may interrupt the
transponder signal from transmitting
normally.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of the key, it is
recommended that you contact your
HYUNDAI dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable. WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
immobilizer password is a customer
unique password and should be kept
confidential.
NOTICE
The transponder in your key is an
important part of the immobilizer
system. It is designed to give years
of trouble-free service, however you
should avoid exposure to moisture,
static electricity and rough handling.
Immobilizer system malfunction could
occur.
Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.

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Start-up with Digital Key
1. After placing your registered
smartphone onto the authentication
pad (same location as the wireless
charging pad), step on the brake and
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
2. After start-up, the digital key data
will be automatically updated. It
takes 5 to 20 seconds, after that,
the smartphone can be go into the
wireless charging mode automatically.
Once the engine started, you can
remove the smartphone from the pad.
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[A] : Wireless Charging Pad (In-vehicle Authentication Pad)
Information
After reconnecting the vehicle battery
power supply or charging the battery, it
may take time to operate due to remote
renewal of security information. In this
case, when you lock or unlock the doors
using your smartphone Digital Key, it
may take a little longer for the vehicle to
authenticate. Hold your smartphone near
the NFC door handle sensor for a few
seconds or until you hear the door locks
actuate. Note that if your vehicle is parked in an
area where cell coverage is weak, the
smartphone Digital Key can still be used on
for a limited number of times to unlock and
start your vehicle.
After starting your vehicle, it is
recommended to leave your smartphone
on the wireless charging pad until cell
phone service is stronger and digital key
authentication can occur.
Once authentication is complete, the
wireless charger will turn on (wireless
charging LED will illuminate).
CAUTION
The engine can be turned on if the
registered smartphone or card key is
placed on the interior authentication
pad (wireless charger). Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle
when using the smartphone Digital Key.
Serious injury or death can occur.
Do not leave anyone in the vehicle
without knowledge of the Digital Key
system when using the smartphone
Digital Key. Always have the registered
digital key (smartphone) or card key
with you to prevent vehicle theft when
leaving the vehicle.
For more information, refer to the
Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 6.

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Remote Control with Digital Key
To use the remote control function with
your android smartphone, Bluetooth
must be turned on.
Remote Control Connection with Digital
Key
1. Open the Hyundai digital key
application on your smart phone.
Select your vehicle within the App.
2. Approach with the activated
smartphone app to your vehicle
and you can check whether the
connection is available. If it enables
your smartphone to connect, connect
with your vehicle by pressing the
connect button. The remote control
function is activated after completing
the process.
Remote Control Operation with Digital
Key
You can execute the remote control
operation including door lock/unlock,
panic on/off, remote start / remote
stop and trunk opening. The icon for
each function will be highlighted and
alarm/vibration also provided when the
operation is performed.
Note that you cannot lock your vehicle
using the Hyundai digital key app if any
of the following occurs:
• The POWER button is in ACC or ON
position.
• Any doors are open.
When the smartphone and the vehicle
are connected by the Bluetooth function
but the remote control command
cannot be received over 5 minutes, the
remote control connection is cancelled
automatically.
CAUTION
• If metallic window tint was applied
to your vehicle, it may cause
bad Bluetooth connection or
performance degradation of the
digital key.
• If multiple users operate the remote
control function simultaneously, the
connection between the digital key
and the vehicle might result in failed
commands. Please connect and
operate the remote control function
only the necessary user.
• When using the remote control
operation, the driver (the remote
control user) should leave the vehicle
after confirming the door lock (the
chime sounds once and the hazard
warning lights blink).
• The remote functions of the Digital
Key app enables the vehicle to be
controlled from a set distance. If
the digital key or the vehicle goes
beyond the operable distance, the
remote control function might be
disconnected or cancelled.
• If the digital key (smartphone) is
connected with the vehicle for the
remote control, the driver with the
key goes far away from the vehicle,
the function might not work.
• If the remote control operation
is executed where the mobile
connection is weak, Bluetooth
connection is poor due to several
Bluetooth devices or there is an
object such as metal or concrete, it
might be delayed or the operable
distance might decrease. You should
not cover the smartphone with your
hand or place other devices which
can cause frequency interference. It
may result in poor performance.
• If the remote control function is not
available, please use NFC function to
lock or unlock the doors.

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Remote Start with Digital Key
• Using the Hyundai Digital Key app
on your phone, press the Door Lock
button and then press the Remote
Start button (buttons must be pressed
within about 4 seconds). If all the
doors of your vehicle are closed
(including the hood and the liftgate),
the engine will be automatically
started.
Note that when the remote start
feature is activated, the hazard
warning lights will blink two times
and a chime will sound before engine
startup. Also note the following:
• The climate control system will come
on using the same settings from when
you last used the vehicle
• To turn off the engine, press the
Remote Engine Stop button within the
Hyundai Digital Key app.
• The engine will remain running for
approximately 10 minutes, and then
engine will automatically shut OFF.
• To keep the engine running, access
the vehicle and place the smartphone
on the wireless charging pad
(authentication pad) while the engine
is still in remote engine-ON mode.
For more information, refer to the Engine
Start/Stop button in chapter 6. Vehicle information Display
The digital key application displays
the vehicle information such as
driving or door conditions through the
communication with the vehicle.
•
How to check : Select the vehicle
what you want to check and touch
the vehicle image, then vehicle
information display page will be
shown.
• Contents : accumulated odometer,
latest fuel economy, driving range,
fuel remaining, tire pressure, doors
lock/unlock status and last data
updated time.
ÃNote that displayed vehicle data may
be slightly different from the current
vehicle condition
ÃFor more information, please refer to
the ‘Tutorial’ on your Digital key app.
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[1] : Door handle authentication pad,
[2]: NFC Antenna
NFC door lock/unlock
To unlock your vehicle using the NFC
card key, touch the card key near the
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[1] : Door handle authentication pad,
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NFC door lock/unlock
To unlock your vehicle using the NFC
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ONX4050002
[1] : Door handle authentication pad,
[2]: NFC Antenna
NFC door lock/unlock
To unlock your vehicle using the NFC
card key, touch the card key near the
door handle NFC touch sensor of either
the driver side or passenger side door.
Hold the card key near the touch sensor
area for about 2 seconds. You will hear
the doors lock or unlock.
If you unlock your vehicle from the
passenger side door handle, then all the
doors will unlock. If you unlock your
vehicle from the driver side door handle,
then either the driver door only or all
the doors will unlock depending on the
setting of the Two Press Unlock feature.
Refer to User Settings to change the
Driver Door unlock mode.
To lock your vehicle using the NFC card
key, touch the card key near the door
handle NFC touch sensor of either the
driver side or passenger side door.
Before you leave your vehicle, verify
that your vehicle is locked. When using
your NFC card key on the front door
handle, listen to hear that the door lock
has actuated, and then pull the handle
within 3 seconds to confirm the doors
are locked.
Inoperable condition
When using the NFC card key to lock or
unlock your vehicle, be sure to touch
the card key near the center of the door
handle to enable the sensor to activate.
Note that you must take the card out of
your wallet or purse to use the card key
correctly. If the card key is not touching
the door handle sensor or is in close
proximity to other NFC-enabled cards, it
may not work.
Note that if you attempt to use the
NFC card key to lock the doors, 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.
If you have difficulty locking or unlocking
the vehicle using the NFC card key,
remove the card key away from the door
handle sensor for a few seconds (card
key must be more than 4 inches away)
and then retry.
If the card key is damaged or bent, the
sensor on the door handle may not
properly detect the card key. If this
occurs contact your authorized Hyundai
dealer for a card key replacement.
Be careful not to damage the card
key or expose the card key to extreme
temperatures or direct sunlight for long
periods of time.
Note that when the doors have been
unlocked using the NFC digital card key,
the Lock/Unlock switch on the driver
door may not be immediately available.
(If you attempt to lock the doors using
the driver door lock switch, the doors will
lock and then immediately unlock when
you close the door.)

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Start-up with Card key
After placing your registered card key
onto the interior authentication pad
(wireless charger), step on the brake and
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
WARNING
• If you do not place the digital key
(card key) onto the center of the
interior authentication pad (wireless
charger) exactly, the card key may
not be recognized. If the engine is
not turned on, adjust and place the
key again.
• If you overlap and use the key
with NFC-enabled cards such as
transportation card or credit card,
the card key may not be recognized.
• If the digital key (card key) does not
work, please detach the key around
4 inches (0.1 m) from the handle
authentication pad and retry to
contact.
• The card key may be damaged due to
impact. It would not work properly if
the key is damaged. You should buy a
new card and register again.
For more information, refer to the
Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 6.
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Type B
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Digital key application/cancellation
If you do not want to use the digital key
(smartphone and card key), you can
disable the function temporarily. You
should have the smart key when you
change the settings
à With Navigation screen :
From the infotainment screen menu,
go to [Setup] - [Vehicle] - [Digital Key]
- [Enable Digital Keys] (deselect)
ÃWithout navigation screen :
From cluster menu, go to [Digital Key]
- [Enable Digital Keys] (deselect)
Information
For the digital key disable, the smart key
must be exist inside the car. For the digital
key enable, the smart key is not needed.

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Remote key
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To lock the doors, press the Door Lock
button (1) on the remote key.
To unlock the doors, press the Door
Unlock button (2) on the remote key.
Once the doors are unlocked, they may
be opened by pulling the door handle.
When closing the door, push the door by
hand. Make sure that doors are closed
securely.
Smart key
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Touch Sensor Door Handle (on some
models):
To Lock the Doors
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.
To Unlock the Doors
Press the Door Unlock button on your
Smart Key or, with the Smart Key in your
possession, simply grab the door handle
inside portion to activate the unlock door
touch sensor to unlock the doors.
When closing the door, use enough
force to make sure the doors are closed
securely.
Information
• In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
• If the door is locked/unlocked multiple
times in rapid succession with either
the vehicle key or door lock switch, the
system may stop operating temporarily
in order to protect the circuit and
prevent damage to system components.