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Immobilizer Indicator Light

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Immobilizer Indicator (without Smart Key)

Hyundai Elantra. Immobilizer Indicator Light

This indicator light comes on:

• When the vehicle detects the immobilizer key with the ignition switch in the ON position.

- You can start the engine at this time.
- The indicator turns off after the engine starts.

This indicator flashes:

• When there is a malfunction in the immobilizer system.

In this case, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have your vehicle inspected.

Immobilizer Indicator Light (with Smart Key)

Hyundai Elantra. Immobilizer Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for up to 30 seconds:

When the vehicle detects the Smart Key inside the vehicle with the Engine Start/Stop button in the ACC or ON position.

- You can start the engine at this time.
- The indicator turns off after the engine starts.

This indicator flashes for several seconds:

When the Smart Key is not inside the vehicle.

- You cannot start the engine at this time.

This indicator illuminates for 2 seconds and then turns off:

When the Engine Start/Stop button is turned on and the Smart Key is inside the vehicle, but the vehicle cannot detect the Smart Key.

In this case, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have your vehicle inspected.

This indicator flashes:

• When there is a malfunction in the immobilizer system.

In this case, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have your vehicle inspected.

Test yourself

A quick Hyundai Elantra AD quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.