2020 Hyundai Sonata Owner’s Manual

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata is a bold and beautiful mix of new design and cutting-edge technology that changes what a modern car is all about. The Sonata has a beautiful exterior that has been shaped to perfection. It is a masterpiece of aerodynamics that works perfectly with its high-tech features. Inside, you’ll find a world of refined luxury where technology and ease come together to make driving an immersive experience. Under the hood, you can choose between engines that are both powerful and fuel-efficient. As a real representation of Hyundai’s dedication to excellence, the 2020 Sonata rethinks every aspect of driving, making a unique mark on the world of elegance and innovation in cars.

EXTERIOR OVERVIEW

 

1. Hood ………………………………………………5-64
2. Headlamp……………………………………….. 8-55
3. Tires and wheels …………………………….. 8-34
4. Side view mirror……………………………… 5-53
5. Panoramic sunroof ………………………….5-60
6. Front windshield wiper blades ………… 8-29
7. Windows………………………………………… 5-56

EXTERIOR FEATURES

Hood
Opening the hood

1. Park the vehicle and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
3. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push up the secondary latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2). After it has been raised about halfway, it will raise completely by itself.

Closing the hood

1. Before closing the hood, check in and around the engine compartment to ensure the following:
   • Any tools or other loose objects are removed from the engine room area or hood opening area
   • All glove, rags, or other combustible material is removed from the engine compartment
   • All filler caps are tightly and correctly installed
2. Lower the hood halfway (lifted approximately 12 inches (30 cm) from the closed position) and push down to securely lock in place. Then double-check to be sure the hood is secure. If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not securely locked. Open it again and close it with more force.

WARNING

• Before closing the hood, ensure
  all obstructions are removed from around the hood opening.
• Always double-check to be sure that the hood is firmly latched before driving away. Check there is no hood open warning light or message displayed on the instrument cluster. Driving with the hood opened may cause a total loss of visibility, which might result in an accident.
• Do not move the vehicle with the hood in the raised position, as vision is obstructed, which might result in an accident, and the hood could fall or be damaged.

Trunk
Opening the trunk

1. Make sure the shift button is in P (Park).
2. Then do one of the following :
   • Press the button on the trunk handle after locking or unlocking the door by remote key or smart key.
   • Press the trunk unlock button of remote key or smart key for more than 1 second.
   • Press the button on the trunk itself with the Smart Key in your possession.
     WARNING
     The button on the trunk handle is made of the rubber. Do not press it with the sharp objects such as the key, screwdriver or drill.
   • Use the trunk release button.
3. Lift the trunk lid up.

Emergency Trunk Safety Release
Inside the trunk
Your vehicle is equipped with an Emergency Trunk Safety Release lever located inside the trunk. When someone is inadvertently locked in the trunk, the trunk can be opened by moving the lever in the direction of the arrow and pushing the trunk open.

WARNING

• You and your passengers must be aware of the location of the Emergency Trunk Safety Release lever in this vehicle and how to open the trunk in case you are accidentally locked in the trunk.
• NEVER allow anyone to occupy the trunk of the vehicle at any time. If the trunk is partially or totally latched and the person is unable to get out, serious injury or death could occur due to lack of ventilation, exhaust fumes and rapid heat build-up, or because of exposure to cold weather conditions. The trunk is also a highly dangerous location in the event of a crash because it is not a protected occupant space but is a part of the vehicle’s crush zone.
• Your vehicle should be kept locked and the Smart Key should be kept out of the reach of children. Parents should teach their children about the dangers of playing in trunks.
• Use the release lever for emergencies only.
  Inside the vehicle
  When you can not unlock the trunk due to battery discharge or other reasons, you can unlock the trunk inside the vehicle.
  Open the cable cover(1) under the rear seat with a mechanical key and pull the cable (2) for unlocking the trunk.
  The cable is firmly fixed so it may hard to pull. Therefore, please use a tool such as a screwdriver to assist in pulling the loop for the emergency release.
  Smart Trunk with Auto Open (if equipped)
  On a vehicle equipped with a smart key, the trunk can be opened using the Smart Trunk with Auto Open system.

How to use the Smart Trunk with Auto Open
The trunk can be opened with no-touch activation satisfying all the conditions below.

• After 15 seconds when all doors are closed and locked
• Positioned in the detecting area for more than 3 seconds.

HEAD UP DISPLAY (HUD) (IF EQUIPPED)

The Head-Up Display is an optional feature that allows the driver to view information projected onto a transparent screen while still keeping your eyes safely on the road ahead while driving.Precautions while using the head up display
It may sometimes be difficult to read information on the head up display in the following situations.

• The driver is improperly positioned in the driver’s seat.
• The driver wears polarizing-filter sunglasses.
• An object is located above the head up display cover.
• The vehicle is driven on a wet road.
• Any improper lighting accessory is installed inside the vehicle, or there is incoming light from outside of the vehicle.
• The driver wears glasses.
• The driver wears contact lenses.
  When it is difficult to read the head up display information, adjust the head up display angle or the head up display brightness level in the User Settings mode. For more information, refer to “LCD Display” in this chapter.

WARNING
Do not tint the front windshield glass or add other types of metallic coating. Otherwise, the head up display image may be invisible.
Do not place any accessories on the crash pad or attach any objects on the windshield glass.
The Blind-spot Collision Warning system warnings on the head up display are supplemental. Do not solely depend on them to change lanes. Always take a look around before changing lanes.

Head-up display ON/OFF 
To activate the head up display, select ‘Enable Head-Up Display’ on the User Settings mode on the instrument cluster LCD display.
If you do not select ‘Enable Head-Up Display’, the head up display will be deactivated.
If your vehicle is equipped with additional navigation, please refer to the infotainment system manual separately supplied.

Head-up display information

1. Turn-by-turn (TBT) navigation information
2. Road information
3. Speedometer
4. Cruise system set speed
5. Smart Cruise Control information
6. Lane Following Assist system information
7. Lane Keeping Assist system information
8. Blind-spot Collision Warning system information
9. Highway Driving Assist system information
   The information provided may differ depending on which functions are applicable to your vehicle.

Head-up display setting
On the LCD display, you can change the head up display settings as follows.

• Enable Head-up display
• Display Height
• Rotation
• Brightness
• Content Selection
• Speed Size
• Speed Color

For more information, refer to “LCD Display” in chapter 4. If your vehicle is equipped with additional navigation, please refer to the infotainment system manual separately supplied.

LIGHTING

Exterior Lights Lighting control
To operate the lights, turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the following positions:

1. OFF position
2. AUTO headlamp position
3. Parking lamp position
4. Headlamp position

Daytime running light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day, especially after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn the dedicated lamp OFF when:

• The headlamps are ON.
• The parking lamps are ON.
• The vehicle is turned off.
• The parking brake is engaged.

AUTO headlamp position
The parking lamp and headlamp will be turned ON or OFF automatically depending on the amount of daylight as measured by the ambient light sensor on the center dash (1).
Even with the AUTO headlamp feature in operation, it is recommended to manually turn ON the headlamps when driving at night or in a fog, driving in the rain, or when you enter dark areas, such as tunnels and parking facilities.

NOTICE

• Do not cover or spill anything on the sensor (1) located in front of the instrument panel.
• Do not clean the sensor using
  a window cleaner, the cleanser may leave a light film which could interfere with sensor operation.
• If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the AUTO headlamp system may not work properly.

FAQ