2016 Hyundai Genesis Owner’s Manual

The 2016 Hyundai Genesis luxury sedan is a great example of how much Hyundai cares about style, speed, and new features. The Genesis showed that Hyundai could compete with well-known luxury names with a refined design language. The outside of the car had a balanced and elegant shape. It had Hyundai’s signature hexagonal head and unique lighting elements. Inside, the cabin was luxurious, with high-quality materials, cutting-edge technology, and plenty of room for both the driver and the guests. The 2016 Genesis came with a variety of powerful engines that let it run smoothly and quickly. With a focus on offering a luxurious and refined driving experience, the Genesis was designed to appeal to people who wanted top-tier luxury without paying top-tier prices. It was a big step for Hyundai in the luxury sedan market.

Convenient features of your vehicle

To reset the driver’s seat memory system

1. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to the ON position, set the gear in P (Park), and open the driver’s door.
2. Operate the control switch/lever to set the driver’s seat and seatback to the foremost position.
3. Simultaneously press the SET button and push forward the control lever over 2 seconds.

While resetting the driver’s seat memory system

1. It starts with the alarming sounds.
2. The driver’s seat and seatback is adjusted to the rearward position with the alarming sounds.
3. The driver’s seat and seatback is re-adjusted to the default position (central position) with the alarming sounds.

However, in the following cases, the resetting procedure and the alarming sounds may stop.

• The memory button is pressed.
• The control switch/lever is operated.
• The gear is shifted out of P (Park).
• The driving speed exceeds 3 km/h.
• The driver’s door is closed.

After the resetting procedure, set the driver’s seat memory system for your comfort..

CAUTION

• Reattempt to do the resetting procedure again, when the resetting procedure or the alarming sound incompletely stops.
• Make sure that there is no obstacle around the driver’s seat in advance of resetting the driver’s seat memory system.

Easy access function
When exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel will move away from the driver and the seat will move rearward when the engine is turned off. When entering the vehicle, the steering wheel will move toward the driver and the seat will move forward when the Engine Start/Stop button is pressed to the ACC position. You can activate or deactivate the Easy Access Function from the User Settings Mode on the LCD display. For more details, refer to “LCD Display” in this chapter.

STEERING WHEEL

Electric power steering (EPS)
The system assists you with steering the vehicle. If the engine is turned off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, you may still steer the vehicle, but it will require increased steering effort. Should you notice any change in the effort required to steer during normal vehicle operation, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

CAUTION
If the Electric Power Steering System does not operate normally, the warning light ( ) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The steering wheel will require increase effort. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked as soon as possible.

NOTICE
The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation:

• The steering effort may be high immediately after placing the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position.
• This happens as the system performs the EPS system diagnostics. When the diagnostics is completed, the steering wheel will return to its normal condition.
• A click noise may be heard from the EPS relay after the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON or OFF position.
• Motor noise may be heard when the vehicle is at stop or at a low driving speed.
• When you operate the steering wheel in low temperature, abnormal noise may occur. If temperature rises, the noise will disappear. This is a normal condition.

Tilt steering / Telescope steering
Adjust the steering wheel so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges. After adjusting, push the steering wheel both up and down to be certain it is locked in position. Always adjust the position of the steering wheel before driving.

WARNING
NEVER adjust the steering wheel while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control resulting in an accident.

Manual type

To change the steering wheel angle and height:

1. Pull down the lock-release lever (1).
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle (2) and height (3).
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place.

Electric type

To change the steering wheel angle and height:

• Move the switch (1) up and down to adjust the angle (2).
• Move the switch forward or rearward to adjust the height (3).

CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering wheel longer than necessary when the engine is turned off. This may result in unnecessary battery drain.

Heated steering wheel (if equipped)

When the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position, press the heated steering wheel button to warm the steering wheel. The indicator on the button will illuminate and notify you on the LCD display. To turn the heated steering wheel off, press the button again. The indicator on the button will turn off and notify you on the LCD display.

NOTICE
The heated steering wheel will turn off automatically for approximately 30 minutes.

CAUTION
Do not install any cover or accessory on the steering wheel. This cover or accessory could cause damage to the heated steering wheel system.

Horn
To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn symbol on your steering wheel (see illustration). The horn will operate only when this area is pressed.

CAUTION
Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist. Do not press on the horn with a sharp-pointed object.

MIRRORS

Inside rearview mirror

Before you start driving, adjust the rearview mirror to the center on the view through the rear window.

WARNING
Make sure your line of sight is not obstructed. Do not place objects in the rear seat, cargo area, or behind the rear headrests which could interfere with your vision through the rear window.

WARNING
To prevent serious injury during an accident or deployment of the air bag, do not modify the rearview mirror and do not install a wide mirror.

WARNING
NEVER adjust the mirror while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control resulting in an accident.

CAUTION
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with HomeLink® system, compass and Blue Link® (for U.S.A)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Gentex Automatic-Dimming Mirror with a Z-Nav™ Electronic Compass Display and an Integrated HomeLink® Wireless Control System. During nighttime driving, this feature will automatically detect and reduce rearview mirror glare while the compass indicates the direction the vehicle is pointed. The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver allows you to activate your garage door(s), electric gate, home lighting, etc.

MIRRORS

Inside rearview mirror
Before you start driving, adjust the rearview mirror to the center on the view through the rear window.

WARNING
Make sure your line of sight is not obstructed. Do not place objects in the rear seat, cargo area, or behind the rear headrests which could interfere with your vision through the rear window. To prevent serious injury during an accident or deployment of the air bag, do not modify the rearview mirror and do not install a wide mirror. NEVER adjust the mirror while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control resulting in an accident. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with HomeLink® system, compass and Blue Link® (for U.S.A)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Gentex Automatic-Dimming Mirror with a Z-Nav™ Electronic Compass Display and an Integrated HomeLink® Wireless Control System. During nighttime driving, this feature will automatically detect and reduce rearview mirror glare while the compass indicates the direction the vehicle is pointed. The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver allows you to activate your garage door(s), electric gate, home lighting, etc.

Automatic-Dimming Night Vision Safety™ (NVS®) Mirror (if equipped)

CAUTION
The NVS® Mirror automatically reduces glare by monitoring light levels in the front and the rear of the vehicle. Any object that obstructs either light sensor will degrade the automatic dimming control feature.

For more information regarding NVS® mirrors and other applications, please refer to the Gentex website: www.gentex.com

Your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The auto-dimming function can be controlled by pressing the Dimming ON/OFF button:

1. Pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds turns the auto-dimming function OFF which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning off.
2. Pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds again turns the auto-dimming function ON which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning on.

The mirror defaults to the ON position each time the vehicle is started.

Z-Nav™ Compass Display
The NVS™ Mirror in your vehicle is also equipped with a Z-Nav™ Compass that shows the vehicle Compass heading in the Display Window using the 8 basic cardinal headings (N, NE, E, SE, etc.).

FAQ