Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 Sunroof and Hood 

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Sunroof and Hood Guidelines provide crucial elements that improve the vehicle’s functionality and appearance. The sunroof, which is frequently offered as a panoramic option, opens up the interior to the outside world, letting natural light and fresh air in. This enhances the driving experience by making it feel more connected to the outside world. On the other hand, the hood instructions offer guidance on how to properly maintain and care for the car’s hood, guaranteeing that it continues to look elegant and perform as intended. Together, these rules perfectly capture Hyundai’s dedication to fusing elegance and functionality in the Elantra Hybrid, ensuring a worry-free and pleasurable ride for all.

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

Sunroof

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console.

The sunroof can only be operated when the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON or START position. The sunroof can be operated for approximately 3 minutes after the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button is in the ACC or LOCK/OFF position. However, if the front door is open, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 3-minute period.

WARNING

• Adjust the sunroof or sunshade when your vehicle stops. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause injury or property damage.
• Do not leave the engine running and the key in your vehicle with unsupervised children. Unattended children could operate the sunroof, which could result in serious injury.
• Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It may cause injury or vehicle damage.

NOTICE
Do not operate the sunroof when roof bars are installed on the vehicle or when there is luggage on the roof.

Sunshade

Use the sunshade to block direct sunlight coming through the sunroof glass. Open or close the sunshade by hand.

Information
The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof glass is opened, but the sunshade does not close automatically when the sunroof glass is closed. Also, only the sunshade cannot be closed when the sunroof glass is opened.

NOTICE
Do not pull the sunshade up or down, or apply excessive force as such action may damage the sunshade or cause it to malfunction.

Tilt Open/Close

1. Tilt open
2. Tilt close
3. Push the sunroof switch upward, and the sunroof glass tilts open.
4. Push the sunroof switch forward, and the sunroof glass automatically closes. To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.

Information
The sunroof glass cannot slide open and tilt open at the same time. You cannot tilt the sunroof glass open while the sunroof glass is slid open. Also, you cannot slide the sunroof glass open while the sunroof is tilt open. Slide open or tilt open the sunroof glass when the sunroof glass is completely closed.

Slide Open/Close

• Push the sunroof switch rearward, and the sunshade and sunroof glass slide open.
  Push the sunroof switch forward, only the sunroof glass closes.
• Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the first detent position, the sunroof glass moves until the switch is released.
• Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the second detent position, and the sunroof glass operates automatically (auto slide feature). To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.
• The sunroof glass stops halfway (first detent position) before it is fully opened. To fully open the sunroof glass, push the sunroof switch rearward once more. At this time, the sunroof glass opens only while the switch is pushed.

Information
To reduce wind noise while driving, we recommend that you drive at the recommended position before the maximum slide open position.

Automatic Reversal (if equipped)

If the sunroof glass senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction and then stop at a certain position. The auto reverse function may not work if an object thin or soft is caught between the sliding sunroof glass and sunroof sash.

WARNING

• Make sure heads, hands, arms, or any other body parts or objects are out of the way before operating the sunroof. Body parts or objects may get caught causing injuries or vehicle damage.
• Never deliberately use your body parts to test the automatic reversal function. The sunroof glass may reverse direction, but there is a risk of injury.

NOTICE

• Do not continue to push the sunroof switch after the sunroof is fully opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to the sunroof motor could occur.
• Continuous operations such as slide open/close, tilt open/close, etc. may cause the motor or sunroof system to malfunction.
• Regularly remove any accumulated dust on the sunroof rail.
• Dust accumulated between the sunroof and roof panel can make noise. Open the sunroof and remove dust regularly using a clean cloth.
• Do not try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice. The sunroof may not work properly and may break if opened by force.
• Do not open or drive with the sunroof glass open immediately after rain or washing the vehicle. Water may wet the interior of the vehicle.
• Do not extend any luggage outside the sunroof while driving. Vehicle damage may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

WARNING
Do not extend your head, arms, body parts, or objects outside the sunroof while driving. Injuries may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

Resetting the Sunroof

In some circumstances resetting the sunroof operation may need to be performed.

Some instances where resetting the sunroof may be required include:

• When the battery connector is either disconnected or discharged
• When the sunroof fuse is replaced if the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/ CLOSE operation is not functioning properly

Sunroof resetting procedure:

1. It is recommended to perform the reset procedure with the vehicle engine running. Start the vehicle in P (Park).
2. Make sure the sunroof glass is in the fully closed position. If the sunroof glass is open, push the switch forward until the sunroof glass is fully closed.
3. Release the switch when the sunroof glass is fully closed.
4. Push the switch forward until the sunroof glass moves slightly. Then release the switch.
5. Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the sunroof glass slides open and close. Do not release the switch until the operation is completed. If you release the switch during operation, start the procedure again from step 2.

Information
If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle battery connector is disconnected or discharged, or the sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may not operate normally.

Sunroof Open Warning (if equipped)

If the driver turns off the engine when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime will sound for several seconds and the sunroof open warning will appear on the cluster LCD display. Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle.

CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is closed fully when leaving your vehicle. If the sunroof is left open, rain or snow may wet the interior of the vehicle. Also, leaving the sunroof open when the vehicle is unattended may invite theft.

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 the secondary latch-up (1) inside of the hood center, and lift the hood (2).
4. Pull out the support rod.
   
5. Hold the hood open with the support rod (3).

WARNING
Support rod

• After driving, the engine compartment and support rod will be hot. Grasp the support rod in the area wrapped in rubber to prevent burns.
• The support rod must be inserted completely into the hole provided whenever you inspect the engine compartment. This will prevent the hood from falling and possibly injuring you.

Closing the hood

1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
   • All filler caps in the engine compartment must be correctly installed.
   • Gloves, rags, or any other combustible material must be removed from the engine compartment.
2.  Return the support rod to its clip to prevent it from rattling.
3. Lower the hood halfway (lifted approximately 30 cm from the closed position) and push down to securely lock it in place. Then double-check to be sure the hood is secure.
4. 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.

FAQ