Convenient Features of Your Vehicle

Immobilizer Indicator Light (with Smart Key)

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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.
    - At this time, you can start the engine.
    - The indicator turns off after the engine starts.

This indicator flashes for several seconds:

  • When the smart key is not inside the vehicle.
    - At this time, the engine cannot be started.

This indicator illuminates for 2 seconds and then turns off:

  • If the smart key is inside the vehicle and the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position, but the vehicle cannot detect the smart key.
    In this case, we recommend that your vehicle be inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

This indicator flashes:

  • When the smart key battery voltage is low.
    - At this time, you cannot start the engine. However, you can start the engine by pressing the Engine Start/Stop button with the smart key. (For details, refer to "Starting the Engine" in Chapter 5).
  • When there is a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
    In this case, we recommend that you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

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