2023-2026 Hyundai Kona SUV Convenience Features -> Interior features User Manual
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Climate Control Additional Features  
Information  
The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer  
to the manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.  
Air conditioning auto-drying  
The Air conditioning auto-drying feature dries the moisture in the air conditioner and  
reduces air conditioner odor. The blower motor automatically operates 30 minutes after  
the engine is turned off.  
Turning Air conditioning auto-drying on or off  
The Air conditioning auto-drying feature can be turned on and off by selecting  
Setup> Vehicle> Climate> A/C Automatic Drying.  
If the operating condition is satisfied after setting the feature, the operating condition  
appears on the infotainment system and the blower motor automatically operates.  
When the Air conditioning auto-drying feature is activated, the air conditioner sets the fan  
speed to the third level, selects outside (fresh) mode, and directs the air flow toward the  
face.  
Operating conditions  
The Air conditioning auto-drying feature operates under the following conditions:  
• The vehicle is turned off after operating the air conditioner for a certain period.  
• The battery level is sufficient and the outside temperature is above a certain level.  
Non-operating conditions  
The Air conditioning auto-drying feature stops operating under the following conditions:  
• The A/C Automatic Drying feature has operated for 10 minutes.  
• The Engine Start/Stop button is pressed, or the engine is on.  
• The climate control system is operated remotely.  
Information  
The Air conditioning auto-drying feature reduces air conditioner odors but may not  
remove all odors.  
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Auto defogging system  
if equipped  
2C_RainSensor  
The Auto defogging reduces the possibility of fogging up the inside of the windshield by  
automatically sensing the moisture on inside the windshield.  
The auto defogging system operates when the heater or air conditioning is on.  
Information  
The Auto defogging system may not operate normally, when the outside temperature is  
below 14 °F (-10 °C).  
When the Auto Defogging System operates, the  
indicator illuminates.  
If high amount of humidity is detected in the vehicle, the Auto defogging system is  
enabled.  
The following steps are performed automatically:  
Step 1. Air conditioning turns on and Outside (fresh) mode is selected.  
Step 2. Defrost level is selected.  
Step 3. Fan speed is set to the highest level.  
If the air conditioning is off or recirculated air is manually selected while Auto defogging  
system is ON, the Auto defogging system  
operation has been canceled.  
indicator blinks to signal that manual  
Turning the Auto defogging system on or off  
Climate control system  
Press the front windshield defroster button for 3 seconds when the Engine Start/Stop  
button is in the ON position. When the Auto defogging system is turned off, the  
symbol blinks 3 times and ADS OFF appears on the climate control information screen.  
When the Auto Defogging system is turned on, the  
without a signal.  
symbol blinks 6 times  
Infotainment system  
Auto Defogging System can be turned on and off by selecting Setup > Vehicle > Climate  
> Defog/Defrost Options > Auto Defog from the infotainment system.  
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Information  
• Do not select recirculated air while the Auto defogging system is operating.  
• When Auto defogging system is operating, fan speed adjustment, temperature  
adjustment, and air intake control selection are all disabled.  
NOTICE  
Do not remove the sensor cover located on the top of the windshield glass. Damage may  
not be covered by your vehicle warranty.  
Auto dehumidify  
if equipped  
To increase cabin air quality and reduce windshield misting, recirculation mode switches  
off automatically after about 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the outside temperature, and  
the air intake changes to fresh mode.  
Turning Auto dehumidify on or off  
Climate control system  
To turn the Auto dehumidify feature on or off, select Face level (  
) mode and press the  
) button at least 5 times within 3 seconds while pressing the A/C  
air intake control (  
button. When Auto dehumidify is turned on, the air intake control button indicator blinks  
6 times. When turned off, the indicator blinks 3 times.  
Infotainment system  
Auto dehumidify can be turned on and off by selecting Setup > Vehicle > Climate >  
Automatic Ventilation > Automatic Dehumidify from the infotainment system.  
Sunroof inside air recirculation  
if equipped  
When the sunroof is opened, the fresh mode is automatically selected. If you press the  
air intake control button, the recirculation mode is selected but changes back to the fresh  
mode after 3 minutes. When the sunroof is closed, the air intake position returns to the  
previous position.  
Recirculating air when washer fluid is used  
if equipped  
Recirculation mode automatically activates to reduce the scent of the washer fluid  
entering the cabin when the windshield washer is used.  
When it is shifted to the recirculation mode, the unpleasant scent may flow into the  
vehicle.  
However, in cold weather to prevent the windshield from fogging up, the recirculation  
mode may not be selected.  
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Turning Activation on a washer fluid use on or off  
Climate control system  
To turn the Activate on washer fluid use feature on or off, select Floor level (  
) mode,  
and then press the air intake control (  
pressing the A/C button.  
) button 5 times within 3 seconds while  
When Activate on washer fluid use is turned on, the air intake control button indicator  
blinks 6 times. When turned off, the indicator blinks 3 times.  
Infotainment system  
Activate on washer fluid use can be turned on and off by selecting Setup > Vehicle >  
Climate > Recirculate Air > Activate upon Washer Fluid Use from the infotainment system.  
Recirculating air when entering a tunnel  
if equipped  
To prevent the inflow of polluted air into the vehicle when passing through a tunnel,  
the climate control system is operated using the navigation map information and vehicle  
speed as follows:  
To use this feature, it can be enabled from the infotainment system. Select: Settings >  
Vehicle > Climate > Recirculate Air  
• Activation upon Entering a Tunnel : The climate control system switches to recirculation  
mode for about 7 seconds before entering a tunnel.  
Operating conditions  
• The climate control system's fresh mode is selected.  
Information  
• The activation time for the feature may differ because of the time gap between the GPS  
and vehicle speed.  
• The feature activates until you have passed through continuous tunnels.  
• When entering a tunnel, recirculation mode may cause fogging of the windshield. Use  
the front windshield defroster button.  
• The feature does not operate in short tunnels.  
• The feature may not activate if the GPS is not working properly.  
• The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information,  
refer to the user's manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference  
guide.  
Scheduled ventilation control  
The Scheduled Ventilation Control releases hot air in the vehicle to lower cabin  
temperature before getting in the vehicle.  
Depending on the outside ambient temperature, the blower is operated for 5 to 15  
minutes while the vehicle is parked.  
Turning Schedule Ventilation Control On or Off  
The Schedule Ventilation Control can be turned on and off by selecting 'Setup > Vehicle >  
Climate > Automatic Ventilation > Scheduled Ventilation Control' from the infotainment  
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screen. Also, the starting time can be set within 24 hours. Schedule Ventilation Control  
operates only once when the feature is set.  
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Storage Compartment  
WARNING  
Never store cigarette lighters, propane cylinders, or other flammable/explosive materials  
in the vehicle. These items may catch fire and/or explode if the vehicle is exposed to hot  
temperatures for extended periods.  
WARNING  
ALWAYS keep the storage compartment covers closed securely while driving. Items inside  
your vehicle are moving as fast as the vehicle. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if  
there is a collision, the items may fly out of the compartment and may cause an injury if  
they strike the driver or a passenger.  
NOTICE  
To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartments.  
Center console storage  
2C_CenterConsoleBox  
To open:  
Press the button.  
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Removable partition  
2C_PartitionCenterConsole  
The removable partition (1) can be removed to expand the storage compartment.  
Glove box  
2C_GloveBox  
To open:  
Pull the lever (1).  
WARNING  
ALWAYS close the glove box door after use.  
An open glove box door may cause serious injury to a passenger in a collision, even if the  
passenger is wearing a seat belt.  
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Passenger seat open tray  
2C_OpenTray  
You can use this space to store small items etc.  
WARNING  
Do not put any sharp object in the open tray. It may seriously injure you in the event of a  
sudden stop or a collision.  
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Interior Features  
Cup holder  
Cups or small beverages cups can be placed in the cup holders.  
Front seat - Type A  
2C_CupHolderCenterConsole  
Front seat - Type B  
2C_CupHolderCenterConsole_2  
Push the button. The cup supporter protrudes from the front console.  
Push in the cup supporter after use.  
Rear seat armrest  
2C_RearSeatCupHolder  
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Pull the armrest down to use the cup holders.  
WARNING  
• Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is used to prevent spilling your  
drink. If hot liquid spills, you may be burned. Such a burn to the driver may cause loss  
of vehicle control resulting in a collision.  
• Only use soft cups in the cup holders.  
NOTICE  
• Keep your drinks sealed while driving to prevent spilling. If liquid spills, it may get into  
the vehicle's electrical/electronic system and damage electrical/electronic parts.  
• When cleaning spilled liquids do not use hot air to blow out or dry the cup holder. This  
may damage the interior.  
• Keep cans or bottles out of direct sun light and do not put them in a hot vehicle.  
Otherwise, they may explode.  
Sunvisor  
2C_Sunvisor  
To use the sunvisor, pull it downward.  
To use the sunvisor to block the sun from the side window, pull it rearward, release it from  
the bracket (1) and swing it to the side (2) toward the window.  
To use the vanity mirror, pull down the sunvisor and slide the mirror cover (3).  
Adjust the sunvisor forward or backward (4) as needed (if equipped). Use the ticket holder  
(5) to hold tickets.  
Close the vanity mirror cover securely and return the sunvisor to its original position after  
use.  
WARNING  
Do not block your view or the roadway when using the sunvisor.  
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NOTICE  
The tab (5) adjacent to the vanity mirror on the sunvisor can be used for toll road  
tickets or self parking tickets. Use caution when inserting tickets into the ticket holder  
to avoid damage. Refrain from putting several tickets in the ticket holder as this could also  
damage the retaining tab.  
Power outlet  
Center console storage (inside)  
2C_PowerOutlet  
The power outlet is designed to provide power for mobile phones or other devices  
designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems.  
The devices should draw less than 180 W with the engine running.  
WARNING  
Avoid electrical shocks. Do not place your fingers or foreign objects (pin, etc.) into a  
power outlet or touch the power outlet with a wet hand.  
NOTICE  
To prevent damage to the power outlets:  
• Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the accessory plug  
after use. Using the accessory plug for an extended period of time with the engine off  
could cause the battery to discharge.  
• Only use 12 V electric accessories that are less than 180 W in electric capacity.  
• Adjust the air conditioner or heater to the lowest operating level when using the power  
outlet.  
• Close the cover when not used.  
• Some electronic devices may cause electronic interference when plugged into a  
vehicle's power outlet.  
• Push the plug in as far as it goes. The plug may overheat and the fuse may open.  
• Only connect devices with reverse current protection or the current from the device  
battery may cause the vehicle's electrical/electronic system to malfunction.  
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USB charger  
The USB charger is designed to recharge batteries of small size electronic devices using a  
USB cable.  
Front  
2C_ChargingOutlet  
Rear  
2C_USBChargePortCenterConsoleBox  
The USB charger is designed to recharge batteries of small size electronic devices using a  
USB cable.  
Electronic devices can be charged when the engine is running.  
Information  
• The battery charging state may be monitored on the electronic device.  
• Disconnect the USB cable from the USB port after use.  
• A smartphone or a tablet PC may get warmer during the recharging process. It does not  
indicate any malfunction with the charging system.  
• A smartphone or a tablet PC that does not use a USB cable to charge should be  
charged using its own charger.  
• Do not attempt to use the charging terminal either to turn on an audio or to play media  
with the infotainment system.  
• Charging may not be possible when using a Type-C to A converter sold by a mobile  
phone manufacturer or commercially available.  
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NOTICE  
• Use the USB charger when the engine is running. Using the USB charger for prolonged  
periods of time with the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position (engine off) may  
cause the battery to discharge.  
• To prevent damage to the USB charger:  
- Do not insert foreign objects or spill liquid into the outlet. The USB charging terminal  
may be damaged.  
- Do not use devices with working current exceeding 3,000 mA (3.0 A).  
• When charging an electrical device by using an USB converting adapter (C to A type),  
use a genuine adapter specified for your vehicle. A commonly used adapter is not  
equipped with any measures to prevent over current and maintain stability.  
Using an unspecified cable may damage the vehicle's USB charger or the connected  
devices. Contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for more information on accessories  
for HYUNDAI vehicles.  
• The use of non-genuine parts may damage the USB port and infotainment system.  
Damage cannot be covered by your vehicle warranty.  
Wireless smartphone charging system  
if equipped  
2C_WirelessSmartPhoneChargingSystem  
[A] Indicator light  
[B] Charging pad  
Charging your smartphone  
The wireless smartphone charging system charges only the Qi-enabled smartphones  
(
). Visit your smartphone manufacturer's website to check whether your smartphone  
þ
supports the Qi technology.  
The wireless charging process starts when you put a Qi-enabled smartphone on the  
wireless charging with the screen facing up.  
1
The wireless smartphone charger is available when all doors are closed, and when the  
Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON or START position.  
2 Turn on the wireless charging function from the Settings menu in the infotainment  
system.  
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