Instrument Cluster: 2016 Hyundai Elantra Display Instructions
The 2016 Hyundai Elantra’s instrument cluster is both useful and easy to understand. It’s the main way drivers can get to important vehicle information. It’s placed so that the driver can see it, and it shows important information like the speed of the vehicle, the engine’s RPM, the amount of fuel in the tank, and the temperature. This keeps drivers aware while they’re driving. The instrument cluster’s simple design makes it easy to move between the different screens that show extra information like trip information and average fuel usage. Integrated indicators for turn signals and other functions of the car make the driver even more aware. The manual for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra has detailed instructions on how to read the display. These instructions help users understand the symbols and readings correctly, so they can make smart choices and keep the car running at its best throughout their trip.
2023 – 2024 Hyundai Elantra Review, Price, Features And Mileage (Brochure)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
- Tachometer
- Speedometer
- Engine coolant temperature gauge
- Fuel gauge
- Warning and indicator lights
- Odometer/Trip computer
The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
For more details, refer to the “Gauges” in this chapter.
Instrument Cluster Control
Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination
When the vehicle’s parking lights or headlights are on, press the illumina-tion control button to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
- The brightness of the instrument panel illumination is displayed.
- If the brightness reaches the maximum or minimum level, an alarm will sound.
Fuse switch ON
This warning message illuminates if the fuse switch under the steering wheel is OFF. Turn the fuse switch ON. For more details, refer to “Fuses” in chapter 7.
Gauges
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and is calibrated in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h).
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm). Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging and/or over-revving the engine.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine within the tachometer’s RED ZONE. This may cause severe engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
CAUTION
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the “H” position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to “If the Engine Overheats” in Chapter 6.
WARNING
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The engine coolant is under pressure and could cause severe burns. Wait until the engine is cool before adding coolant to the reservoir.
Fuel Gauge
This gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
NOTICE
- The fuel tank capacity is given in chapter 8.
- The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning light, which will illuminate when the fuel tank is nearly empty.
- On inclines or curves, the fuel gauge pointer may fluctuate or the low fuel warning light may come on earlier than usual due to the movement of fuel in the tank.
WARNING – Fuel Gauge
Running out of fuel can expose vehicle occupants to danger.
You must stop and obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the “E (Empty)” level.
CAUTION
Avoid driving with a very low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damaging the catalytic converter.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance that the vehicle has been driven and should be used to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed.
- Odometer range : 0 ~ 999999 miles or kilometers.
Transaxle Shift Indicator
Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator (if equipped)
This indicator displays which automatic transaxle shift lever is selected.
- Park: P
- Reverse: R
- Neutral: N
- Drive: D
- Sports Mode: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
2023 – 2024 Hyundai Elantra Review, Price, Features And Mileage (Brochure)
Trip computer
Overview
Description
The trip computer is a microcomput-er-controlled driver information system that displays information related to driving.
NOTICE
Some driving information stored in the trip computer (for example Average Vehicle Speed) resets if the battery is disconnected.
Press the TRIP button for less than 1 second to select any mode as follows :
if equipped
Tripmeter (mi. or km)
TRIP A : Tripmeter A TRIP B : Tripmeter B
This mode indicates the distance of individual trips selected since the last trip meter reset. The meter’s working range is from 0.0 to 999.9 miles (0.0 to 999.9 km). Pressing the RESET button for more than 1 second, when the trip meter (TRIP A or TRIP B) is being displayed, clears the trip meter to zero (0.0).
Distance to empty (mi. or km)
This mode indicates the estimated distance to empty based on the current fuel in the fuel tank and the amount of fuel delivered to the engine. When the remaining distance is below 30 miles (50 km), “—” will be displayed and the distance to empty indicator will blink.
The meter’s working range is from 30 to 999 miles (50 to 999 km).
Average fuel economy (if equipped)(MPG or l/100 km)
This mode calculates the average fuel consumption from the total fuel used and the distance since the last average economy reset. The total fuel used is calculated from the fuel consumption input. For an accurate calculation, drive more than 0.03 miles (50 m).
Pressing the RESET button for more than 1 second, when the average fuel economy is being displayed, clears the average fuel consumption to zero (—-). If the vehicle speed exceeds 1.6 MPH (1km/h) after being refueled with more than 1.6 gallons (6 l), the average fuel economy will be cleared to zero (—-).
Average speed (MPH or km/h)
This mode calculates the average speed of the vehicle since the last average speed reset. Even if the vehicle is not in motion, the average speed keeps changing while the engine is running. Pressing the RESET button for more than 1 second, when the average speed is being displayed, clears the average speed to zero (—).
Elapsed time
This mode indicates the total time traveled since the last driving time reset. Even if the vehicle is not in motion, the driving time keeps increasing while the engine is running. The meter’s working range is from 00:00~99:59. Pressing the RESET button for more than 1 second, when the elapsed time is being displayed, clears the elapsed time to zero (00:00).
NOTICE
- If the vehicle is not on level ground or the battery power has been interrupted, the “Distance to empty” function may not operate correctly.
The trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 1.6 gallons (6 liters) of fuel are added to the vehicle. - The fuel consumption and distance to empty values may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving habits, and the condition of the vehicle.
- The distance to empty value is an estimate of the available driving distance. This value may differ from the actual driving distance available.
ECO ON/OFF mode (if equipped)
You can turn the Manual transaxle shift indicator ON/OFF on the instrument cluster in this mode. If you push the RESET button for more than 1 second in the ECO ON mode, ECO OFF is displayed on the screen and the Manual transaxle shift indicator turns off while driving. If you want to display the Manual transaxle shift indicator again, press the RESET button for more than 1 second in the ECO OFF mode, and then ECO ON mode is displayed on the screen.
Manual Transaxle Shift Indicator (if equipped)
This indicator informs you which gear is desired while driving to save fuel.
For example
- Indicates that shifting up to the 3rd gear is desired (currently the shift lever is in the 2nd gear).
- Indicates that shifting down to the 3rd gear is desired (currently the shift lever is in the 4th gear).
FAQs
You can access the instrument cluster display by pressing the “Trip” button on the left side of the steering wheel.
The instrument cluster display provides various information such as trip mileage, average fuel economy, outside temperature, and more.
Yes, you can customize the information displayed on the instrument cluster by cycling through the available options using the “Trip” button.
To reset the trip mileage, press and hold the “Trip” button for a few seconds until the display resets to zero.
Yes, you can switch between different units such as miles and kilometers by accessing the settings menu in the instrument cluster display.
Yes, the instrument cluster display provides real-time fuel economy information along with average fuel economy for the current trip.
You can toggle between different screens by pressing the “Trip” button repeatedly until you reach the desired display.
Yes, the instrument cluster display may provide maintenance reminders such as oil change reminders and service interval notifications.
Yes, the instrument cluster display automatically switches to a night mode with reduced brightness for better visibility during nighttime driving.
The layout of the instrument cluster display is pre-set and cannot be customized in the 2016 Hyundai Elantra.
You can navigate the menu options using the arrow buttons located on the steering wheel.
Yes, the instrument cluster display typically includes a tire pressure monitoring system that alerts you if tire pressure is low.
Yes, you can reset maintenance reminders through the settings menu in the instrument cluster display.
The instrument cluster may display warning lights or messages indicating any issues detected with the vehicle.
Yes, you can adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster display through the settings menu accessible via the controls on the steering wheel.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: 2016 Hyundai Elantra Owner’s Manual | Auto User Guide
2023 – 2024 Hyundai Elantra Review, Price, Features And Mileage (Brochure)
2016 Hyundai Elantra Fuses and Fuse Diagrams and Relay Guide