Warning lights and indicators

When the ignition switch is turned to ON, all warning lights are checked (do not start the engine). Any light that does not come on must be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

After starting the engine, make sure all warning lights have turned off. If any of them remains on, this indicates a condition requiring attention. When the parking brake is released, the parking brake warning light should turn off.

The low fuel warning lamp will remain illuminated if the fuel level is insufficient.

ECO (ECO indicator, if equipped) (Automatic Transmission)

ECO indicator - a system that helps you drive the vehicle in an economical mode.

The indicator is displayed when fuel is being used economically, which helps improve fuel economy.

• ECO indicator (green) illuminates when fuel is being used efficiently in eCo ON mode.
The ECO indicator display can be turned off by pressing the TRIP button. Refer to the previous page for information on turning the ECO mode on and off.
• Fuel economy depends on driving style and road conditions.
• This function does not operate under conditions that do not meet economical driving criteria, such as P (Park), N (Neutral), or R (Reverse).
• If the current fuel consumption is displayed on the display, the eCo indicator turns off.

WARNING

Do not watch the indicator while driving. It distracts your attention from vehicle operation and may cause an accident resulting in serious personal injury.

Airbag Warning Lamp (if equipped)

This warning lamp illuminates for approximately 6 seconds each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

This lamp also illuminates if there is a malfunction in the airbag system. If this lamp does not illuminate, or remains illuminated after 6 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the ON position or starting the engine, or if it illuminates while the vehicle is being driven, have the airbag system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

As a reminder to the driver and passenger, the seat belt warning lamp will illuminate for 6 seconds each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or not.

For detailed information, refer to “Seat Belts” in chapter 3.

Low engine oil pressure warning light

This lamp indicates low engine oil pressure.

If it illuminates while driving:

1. Carefully move to the side of the road and stop the vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the engine oil level. If the oil level is below the specified range, add engine oil as required.

If this warning lamp remains illuminated after adding engine oil, or if engine oil is not available, have the vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

If the lamp remains illuminated while the engine is running, stop the engine immediately. In any case, if the low engine oil pressure warning lamp illuminates while the engine is running, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer before restarting the engine.

Parking brake and low brake fluid warning light

This lamp illuminates when the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is in the START or ON position. This lamp should go off when the parking brake is released with the engine running.

Illumination of this warning lamp indicates that the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir is low.

If this warning lamp illuminates:

1. Carefully pull over to the nearest safe location and stop the vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required.
Then inspect all brake system components for leaks.
3. Do not continue driving if leaks are found, if the warning lamp remains illuminated, or if brake operation is abnormal. The vehicle should be towed to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for brake system inspection and necessary repairs.

This vehicle is equipped with a dual diagonal brake system.

This means that even if one hydraulic circuit fails, the brakes on two wheels of the vehicle will remain operational. In this situation, greater brake pedal travel and greater pedal force will be required to stop the vehicle.

In addition, the stopping distance of a vehicle with only part of the brake system operating will be longer than normal. If the brakes fail while driving, shift to a lower gear to use engine braking and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

To check the operation of the parking brake and brake fluid level warning lamp, make sure it illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

WARNING

Driving the vehicle while the brake warning lamp is illuminated is dangerous. If the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, have the brake system inspected and repaired by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lamp (if equipped)

This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off after approximately 3 seconds if the system is normal.

If this lamp remains on after the ignition is turned on, illuminates while driving, or does not illuminate after the ignition is turned on, there may be a malfunction in the ABS system.

In this case, have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

The vehicle's brake system will continue to function, but without anti-lock braking system support.

Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) Warning Lamp

If two warning lamps illuminate at the same time while driving, there is a malfunction in both the ABS and the EBD system.

In this case, the ABS system and the conventional brake system may operate abnormally. Have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING

If the ABS warning lamp and the brake warning lamp illuminate and remain on at the same time, the vehicle's braking system will not operate normally during sudden braking. In this case, avoid high-speed driving and sudden braking. Have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

NOTE

If the ABS or EBD warning lamp illuminates and remains on, there may be a malfunction in the speedometer or odometer/trip odometer. In this case, have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and should go off within approximately 3 seconds. When the ESP system is on, it monitors vehicle driving conditions. If conditions are normal, the indicator of this system does not illuminate. When driving on a slippery road surface or when tire traction decreases, the ESP system operates.

When it operates, its indicator flashes to show that the system is working.

However, if there is a malfunction in the ESP system, the indicator illuminates and does not go off. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

ESP OFF Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and should go off within approximately 3 seconds. To turn off the ESP system, press the corresponding button. The indicator illuminates to show that this system is turned off. If this lamp remains on while the ESP system is on, there may be a malfunction in the system.

Turn Signal Indicators

The flashing green arrows on the instrument panel show the direction indicated by the turn signals. If an arrow illuminates but does not flash, flashes faster than normal, or does not illuminate at all, there is a malfunction in the turn signal system. Have the system repaired by an authorized dealer.

High beam indicator

This indicator illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on or when the high beam is briefly activated using the turn signal control lever.

Position light indicator

This indicator illuminates when the parking lamps are turned on.

Front Fog Lamp Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator illuminates when the front fog lamps are turned on.

Rear Fog Lamp Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator illuminates when the rear fog lamps are turned on (ON).

Rear Fog Lamp Reminder Signal (if equipped)

The reminder signal will sound if the rear fog lamps are on while the driver's door is open and the engine is off.

Selected Range Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator shows the position of the automatic transmission selector lever.

Manual Transmission Shift Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator tells the driver which gear is recommended to be selected, which helps save fuel.

For example:

: Indicates that shifting to 3rd gear is recommended (currently 2nd gear is engaged).
: Indicates that shifting to 3rd gear is recommended (currently 4th gear is engaged).

NOTE

• When the system does not operate properly, the upward/downward arrow indicator and the gear number are not displayed.
• When eco-OFF mode is selected on the trip computer, the manual transmission shift indicator will not be displayed.

Battery Charge Warning Lamp

This warning lamp indicates a malfunction in either the alternator or the battery charging system.

If it illuminates while driving:

1. Move the vehicle to the nearest safe location.
2. With the engine off, check the tension of the alternator drive belt and check that it is not broken.
3. If the belt tension is normal, the malfunction is somewhere in the battery charging system. Have the malfunction repaired by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.

Low fuel level warning light

This lamp indicates that the fuel tank is almost empty. In this case, refuel the vehicle as soon as possible. Continuing to drive with the low fuel warning lamp illuminated, or when the fuel gauge needle is below the "E" mark, may cause engine misfires and damage to the catalytic converter.

Low Washer Fluid Warning Lamp (if equipped)

When this warning lamp illuminates, the washer fluid reservoir is almost empty. Fill the reservoir as soon as possible.

Engine malfunction warning light

This warning lamp is part of the engine control system. It monitors the condition of various components of the emission control system. If this lamp illuminates while driving, it indicates a possible malfunction somewhere in this system.

In addition, this lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off a few seconds after the engine starts. If it illuminates while driving, or does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, contact the nearest authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have the system checked.

In general, the vehicle can be driven, but have the system checked immediately by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Have the engine control system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp (if equipped)

The warning lamp illuminates when the engine coolant temperature exceeds 125±2.5 °C.

Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If the engine has overheated, refer to the "If the Engine Overheats" section in Section 6.

NOTE

If the engine coolant temperature warning lamp illuminates, the engine is overheating, which may cause engine damage.

Trunk / Tailgate Open Warning Lamp

This warning lamp illuminates if the trunk / tailgate is not fully closed, regardless of the ignition switch position.

Door ajar warning light

This warning lamp illuminates if a door is not fully closed, regardless of the ignition switch position.

Door Open Indicator (if equipped)

This indicator illuminates if a door is not fully closed.

The indicator shows which door is open.

Immobilizer Indicator (if equipped)

Without Smart Key System

This lamp illuminates when the key with the immobilizer transponder is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to the ON position to start the engine.

At this point, the engine can be started. The lamp goes off after the engine starts.

If this lamp flashes with the ignition switch in the ON position before the engine is started, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have the system checked.

With Smart Key System

If one of the following situations occurs in a vehicle equipped with a smart key, the immobilizer indicator illuminates, flashes, or goes off.

• When the smart key is inside the vehicle and the ACC or ON mode is activated with the engine START/STOP button, the indicator illuminates. If the smart key is not inside the vehicle, pressing the engine START/STOP button causes the indicator to flash for several minutes to remind you that the engine cannot be started.
• If the indicator goes off 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, this may indicate a system malfunction. In this case, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to have the vehicle inspected.