Hyundai Elantra: Instrument Cluster Messages / LCD Display

Shift to P or N to start the engine (for Smart Key System)

This warning message appears if you try to start the engine when the shift lever is not in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.

Information

You can start the engine with the shift lever in N (Neutral). However, for your safety, we recommend starting the engine with the shift lever in P (Park) position.

Shift to P (for Smart Key System and Intelligent Variable Transmission)

This message appears if you try to turn off the engine without shifting the shift lever to P (Park) position.

In this case, the engine START/STOP button turns to the ACC position (if you press the engine START/STOP button once more, it will turn to the ON position).

Low Key Battery (for Smart Key System)

This warning message appears if the smart key battery is low when changing the engine START/STOP button to the OFF position.

Press the brake pedal to start the engine (for Smart Key System and Intelligent Variable Transmission)

This warning message appears if the engine START/STOP button is pressed twice to change to the ACC position 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 (for Smart Key System)

This warning message appears if the smart key is not in the vehicle when you press the engine START/STOP button.

Always keep the smart key with you when attempting to start the vehicle.

Key Not Detected (for Smart Key System)

This warning message appears if the smart key is not detected when the engine START/STOP button is pressed.

Press START Button Again (for Smart Key System)

This message appears if the engine cannot be started when the engine START/STOP button is pressed. In this case, try to start the engine by pressing the engine START/STOP button again.

If the warning message appears every time you press the ENGINE START/STOP button, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Battery Discharge Due to External Electrical Devices

This message appears if battery voltage is low due to non-factory electrical accessories (for example, a dashboard camera) while the vehicle is parked. Be careful not to discharge the battery.

If the warning message appears after removing non-factory electrical accessories, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Press the START button with the key

This warning message appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button when the "Key Not Detected" warning message is displayed.

At this time, the immobilizer indicator light flashes.

Check the BRAKE SWITCH fuse (for Smart Key System and Automatic Transmission/Intelligent Variable Transmission)

This warning message appears if the brake switch fuse is blown.

Replace the fuse with a new one before starting the engine.

If this is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing and holding the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds in the ACC position.

Door, Hood, and Trunk Open Warning

This warning appears if any door, the hood, or the tailgate remains open. The warning will indicate which door is open on the display.

CAUTION

Before driving, make sure the door/hood/tailgate is fully closed. Also check that the door/hood/tailgate open indicator light or message is not displayed on the instrument cluster.

Sunroof Open

This warning appears if you turn off the engine while the sunroof is open.

Close the sunroof securely before leaving your vehicle.

Low Tire Pressure

This warning message appears if tire pressure is low. The corresponding tire on the vehicle will be illuminated.

Light Mode

This indicator shows which exterior light is selected with the light control.

Wiper Arm

This indicator shows which wiper speed is selected with the wiper control.

Steering Wheel Heater Off

This message appears if you turn off the steering wheel heater.

Low Fuel

This warning message appears if the fuel tank is nearly empty.

When this message is displayed, the low fuel level indicator light on the instrument cluster will illuminate. Please proceed.

It is recommended to find the nearest gas station and refuel as soon as possible.

Engine Overheated

This warning message appears when the engine coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C). This means the engine is overheated and may be damaged.

Check Headlamp

This warning message appears if the headlamps are not operating properly.

In addition, if a specific lamp (turn signal lamp, etc.) is not operating properly, a warning message corresponding to the specific lamp (turn signal lamp, etc.) is displayed. The corresponding bulb may need to be replaced.