Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 Automatic Climate

The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Automatic Environment Control System Guidelines for 2023 present a cutting-edge and intuitive method of controlling the environment inside the car. These instructions explain how to use the automatic climate control system, which is intended to easily maintain a comfortable cabin environment. This system lets drivers and passengers customize the atmosphere to their own liking with features like automatic defrosting, air circulation modes, and dual-zone temperature control. These recommendations highlight Hyundai’s dedication to improving the Elantra Hybrid’s interior comfort by combining effective heating and cooling with options for defrosting and air quality. This guarantees a comfortable and climate-controlled driving experience for all occupants.

2023 Hyundai Elantra Specs, Price, Features, Milage (Brochure)

Automatic Climate Control System

1. Press the AUTO button
2. The modes, fan speeds, air intake, and air-conditioning will be controlled automatically according to the temperature setting you select.
3. You can control the blower strength in three stages by pushing the AUTO button during automatic operation.
   • HIGH: Provide rapid air conditioning and heating with a strong blower
   • MEDIUM: Provide air conditioning and heating with medium strength blower
   • LOW: Is suitable for drivers that prefer lower air speeds
   • When you select the temperature to HI or LO in AUTO mode, the fan speed is set to ‘HIGH’.
4. Turn the temperature control knob to set the desired temperature. If the temperature is set to the lowest setting (Lo), the air conditioning system will operate continuously.

• To turn the automatic operation off, select any button of the following:
  • Mode selection button
  • Front windshield defroster button (Press the button one more time to deselect the front windshield defroster function. The ‘AUTO’ sign will illuminate on the information screen once again.)
  • Fan speed control toggle switch The selected function will be controlled manually while other functions operate automatically.
• For your convenience and overall system efficiency, use the AUTO button and set the temperature to 72°F (22°C).

Information
Never place anything near the sensor to ensure better control of the heating and cooling system.

Manual Heating and Air Conditioning

The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pushing buttons other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially according to the order of buttons selected. When pressing any button except the AUTO button while using automatic operation, the functions not selected will be controlled automatically.

1. Start the engine.
2. Set the mode to the desired position. To improve the effectiveness of heating and cooling, select the mode according to the following:
   • Heating:
   • Cooling:
3.  Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the air intake control to fresh mode.
5. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
6. If air conditioning is desired, turn the air conditioning system on.
7. Press the AUTO button in order to convert to full automatic control of the system.

Mode selection

The mode selection toggle switch controls the direction of the airflow through the ventilation system.

The air flow outlet direction is cycled as follows:

Face-level (B, D)
Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additionally, each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet.

Bi-Level (B, C, D, E)
Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.

Floor-Level (A, C, D, E)
Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the air being directed to the windshield and side window defrosters.

Floor & Defrost (A, C, D, E)
Most of the airflow is directed to the floor and the windshield with a small amount directed to the side window defrosters.

Defrost-Level (A, D)
Most of the airflow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air directed to the side window defrosters.

Instrument panel vents
The instrument panel vent airflow can be directed up/down or left/right using the vent adjustment lever. To close the vent, push the air vent lever in the opposite direction of the passenger. To open the vent, push the air vent lever in the same direction as the passenger.

Temperature control

The temperature will increase by turning the knob to the right. The temperature will decrease by turning the knob to the left. The temperature will increase or decrease by 1°F (0.5°C) for each incremental location. When set to the lowest temperature setting, the air conditioning will operate continuously.

Adjusting the driver and passenger side temperatures equally

• Press the “SYNC” button to adjust the driver and passenger side temperature equally.
• The passenger-side temperature will be set to the same temperature as the driver-side temperature.
• Turn the driver-side temperature control knob. The driver and passenger side temperature will be adjusted equally.
• If you rotate the passenger’s temperature control knob, the SYNC button is off and the passenger side temperature can be operated individually.

Adjusting the driver and passenger side temperatures individually
Press the “SYNC” button again to adjust the driver and passenger side temperature individually. The button indicator will turn off.

Temperature conversion
If the battery connector has been discharged or disconnected, the temperature mode display will reset to Centigrade.

To change the temperature unit from °C to °F or °F to °C :

• Automatic climate control system Press the AUTO button for 3 seconds while pressing the OFF button.
• Instrument cluster Automatic climate control system  Setting Other Temperature Unit.
  The temperature unit on both the cluster LCD display and the climate control screen will change.

Information
When starting the vehicle in cold weather using manual temperature control, operate the system in the following method to improve heating.

• Turn off or lower the blower, right after starting the engine.
• Allow the engine to warm up during this time since the airflow from the heater is still cold.
• After a few minutes of engine warm-up, turn on or set the fan to a higher level and adjust the temperature setting to hot.

Air intake control
Recirculated air position With the recirculated air position selected, air from the passenger compartment will be drawn through the heating system and heated or cooled according to the function selected.

Outside (fresh) air position
With the outside (fresh) air position selected, air enters the vehicle from outside and is heated or cooled according to the function selected.

Information
Operating the system primarily in Fresh mode is recommended. Use Recirculation mode temporarily only when needed. Prolonged operation of the heater in Recirculation mode and without the A/C ON can cause fogging of the windshield. In addition, prolonged use of the A/C ON in Recirculation mode may result in excessively dry, dehumidified air in the cabin and may promote the formation of a musty vent odor due to stagnant air.

WARNING
Continued use of the climate control system operation in Recirculation mode for a prolonged period of time may cause drowsiness to the occupants in the cabin. This may lead to loss of vehicle control which may lead to an accident. Continued use of the climate control system operation in Recirculation mode with the A/C OFF may allow humidity to increase inside the cabin. This may cause condensation to accumulate on the windshield and obscure visibility. Do not sleep in your vehicle or remain parked in your vehicle with the windows up and either the heater or the air conditioning ON for prolonged periods of time. Doing so may increase the levels of carbon dioxide in the cabin which may lead to serious injury or death.

Fan speed control

The fan speed can be set to the desired speed by using the fan speed control toggle switch. More air is delivered with higher fan speeds. Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan.

NOTICE
Operating the fan speed when the ignition switch is in the ON position could cause the battery to discharge. Operate the fan speed when the engine is running.

Air conditioning

Push the A/C button to manually turn the air conditioning system on (the indicator light will illuminate). Push the button again to turn the air conditioning system off.

OFF mode

Push the OFF button on the front to turn off the air climate control system. However, you can still operate the mode and air intake buttons as long as the ignition switch is in the ON position.

System Operation Ventilation

1. Select the Face Level mode.
2. Set the air intake control to fresh mode.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.

Heating

1. Select the Floor Level mode.
2. Set the air intake control to fresh mode.
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
5. If desired, turn the air conditioning ON with the temperature control knob set to heat in order to dehumidify the air before it enters the cabin.
6. If the windshield fogs up, select the Front & Defrost mode or press the Front Defrost mode.

 

Operation Tips

• To help keep dust or unpleasant fumes from entering the vehicle through the ventilation system, temporarily set the air intake control to the recirculation mode. Be sure to return the control to the fresh mode position when the irritation has passed to keep fresh air in the vehicle. This will help keep the driver alert and comfortable. To help prevent interior fog on the windshield, set the air intake control to fresh mode and fan speed to the desired position, turn on the air conditioning system, and adjust the temperature control to the desired temperature.

Air conditioning
HYUNDAI Air Conditioning Systems are filled with R-1234yf refrigerant.

1.  Start the vehicle.
2. Push the air conditioning button.
3.  Select the Face Level mode.
4. Set the air intake control to Recirculation mode temporarily to allow the cabin to cool quickly. When the desired temperature in the cabin is reached, change the air intake control back to Fresh mode.
5. Adjust the fan speed control and temperature control to maintain maximum comfort.

Information
Your vehicle is filled with R-1234yf according to the regulations in your country at the time of production. You can find out which air conditioning refrigerant is applied to your vehicle on the label located inside of the hood.

NOTICE
When using the air conditioning system, monitor the temperature gauge closely while driving up hills or in heavy traffic when outside temperatures are high. Air conditioning system operation may cause engine overheating. Continue to use the blower fan but turn the air conditioning system off if the temperature gauge indicates engine overheating.

Air conditioning system operation tips

• If the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight during hot weather, open the windows for a short time to let the hot air inside the vehicle escape.
• After sufficient cooling has been achieved, switch back from recirculation mode to fresh mode.
• To help reduce moisture inside of the windows on rainy or humid
  days, decrease the humidity inside the vehicle by operating the air conditioning system with the windows and sunroof closed.
• During air conditioning system operation, you may occasionally notice a slight change in engine speed as the air conditioning compressor cycles. This is a normal system operation characteristic.
• Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes to ensure maximum system performance.
• When using the air conditioning system, you may notice clear water dripping (or even puddling) on the ground under the passenger side of the vehicle. This is a normal system operation characteristic.
• If you operate the air conditioner excessively, the difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, causing a loss of visibility. In this case, set the mode selection button to the position and set the fan speed control knob to the lowest speed setting.

System Maintenance

Cabin air filter

[A]: Outside air, [B]: Recirculated air
[C]: Cabin air filter, [D]: Blower
[E]: Evaporator core, [F]: Heater core

The cabin air filter is installed behind the glove box. It filters the dust or other pollutants that enter the vehicle through the heating and air conditioning system. Have the cabin air filter replaced by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer according to the maintenance schedule? If the vehicle is being driven in severe conditions such as dusty or rough roads, more frequent cabin air filter inspections and changes are required. If the airflow rate suddenly decreases, the system should be checked at an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Information
Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule. If the car is being driven in severe conditions such as dusty, rough roads, more frequent cabin air filter inspections and changes are required. When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low, the performance of the air conditioning is reduced. Overfilling also reduces the performance of the air conditioning system. Therefore, if abnormal operation is found, have the system inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

NOTICE
It is important that the correct type and amount of oil and refrigerant are used. Otherwise, damage to the compressor and abnormal system operation may occur. To prevent damage, the air conditioning system in your vehicle should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians.

NOTICE
The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians to ensure proper and safe operation. The refrigerant system should be serviced in a well-ventilated place. The air conditioning evaporator  (cooling coil) shall never be repaired or replaced with one removed from a used or salvaged vehicle and new replacement MAC evaporators shall be certified (and labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.

WARNING
Vehicles equipped with R-1234yf
Since the refrigerant is mildly flammable and operated at high pressure, the air conditioning system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. It is important that the correct type and amount of oil and refrigerant are used.

All refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly into the atmosphere is harmful to individuals and the environment. Failure to heed these warnings can lead to serious injuries.

Air conditioning refrigerant label
You can find out which air conditioning refrigerant is applied to your vehicle on the label located inside of the hood.

Each symbol and specification on the air conditioning refrigerant label is represented below:

1. Classification of refrigerant
2.  Amount of refrigerant
3. Classification of Compressor lubricant
4. Caution
5. Flammable refrigerant
6. To require a registered technician to service the air conditioning system.

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