2023-2026 Hyundai Kona SUV Convenience Features -> Power liftgate User Manual
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• Push the sunroof switch rearward to the first detent position. The sunroof glass opens.  
If the power sunshade is closed, the power sunshade opens first and then the sunroof  
glass opens.  
Push the sunroof switch forward to the first detent position. The sunroof glass closes. If  
the sunroof glass is closed, the power sunshade closes.  
• Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the second detent position. The power  
sunshade and sunroof glass operate automatically (auto slide feature). To stop the  
sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.  
Automatic reversal  
2C_WideSunroofAutoReverse  
If the power sunshade or sunroof glass senses any obstruction while closing, it reverses  
direction then stops.  
The automatic reverse function may not work if a thin or soft object is caught between  
the power sunshade or sliding sunroof glass and sunroof sash.  
WARNING  
• Make sure that 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 reverse feature.  
NOTICE  
• Do not continue to push the sunroof switch after the sunroof is fully opened, closed,  
or tilted. Damage to the sunroof motor may occur or may cause the sunroof system to  
malfunction.  
• Using the sunroof for a long time may make noise caused by dust accumulated  
between the sunroof and vehicle body. 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. Otherwise, the motor may be damaged. In a cold  
and wet weather, the sunroof may not work properly.  
• 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 cargo outside the sunroof while driving.  
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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  
2C_WideSunroofInitialize  
In some circumstances resetting the sunroof operation may need to be performed. Some  
instances where resetting the sunroof may be required include:  
• When the 12 V battery is either disconnected or discharged  
• When the sunroof fuse is replaced  
• If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/CLOSE operation is not functioning properly  
To reset the sunroof:  
1
Start the vehicle in P (Park).  
2 Make sure the power sunshade and sunroof glass are in the fully closed position.  
3 Release the switch when the power sunshade and sunroof glass is fully closed.  
4 Push the switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass moves slightly.  
Then release the switch.  
5 Push and hold the sunroof switch forward again until the power sunshade and sunroof  
glass slide open and close.  
Do not release the switch until the operation is completed. If you release the switch,  
start again from step 2.  
Information  
If the sunroof is not reset after the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or the  
sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may not operate normally.  
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Sunroof open warning  
2C_SunroofOpenWarning  
If the driver turns off the engine when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime  
sounds for several seconds and the sunroof open warning appears on the cluster display.  
Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle.  
NOTICE  
Do not leave sunroof open when leaving the vehicle to prevent theft or damage from  
water entering the vehicle.  
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Hood  
Opening the hood  
2C_HoodOpenKnob  
1
Park the vehicle and apply the parking brake.  
2 Pull the hood release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood pops open slightly.  
2C_HoodOpen  
3 Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push to the left the secondary  
hood release lever (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).  
After the hood has been lifted 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 have been removed.  
• All gloves, rags, or other combustible material have been removed.  
• All filler caps are tightly and correctly installed.  
2 Lower the hood until it is about 12 inches (30 cm) above the closed position and then  
let it drop.  
3 Check the hood has locked properly. If the hood is raised slightly, open it again and  
drop it from a little higher. Check again.  
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WARNING  
• Before closing the hood, ensure all obstructions are removed from around the hood  
opening.  
• Always double check to make 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 open may cause a total loss of visibility, resulting in a  
collision.  
• Do not move the vehicle with the hood raised. It may block your vision and may result  
in a collision.  
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Liftgate  
Opening the liftgate  
Opening from outside  
2C_OutsidePowerTailgateOpenButton  
Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and apply the parking brake.  
To open do one of the following:  
• Unlock all doors with the Door Unlock button on your smart key. Press the liftgate open  
button and open the liftgate.  
• With the smart key in your possession, press the liftgate open button and open the  
liftgate.  
Closing the liftgate  
Lower the liftgate lid and press down until it locks. Always check it is secure by pulling on  
the handle.  
WARNING  
Always keep the liftgate completely closed while the vehicle is moving. If it is left open  
or ajar, poisonous exhaust gases containing carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle  
and serious injury or death may result.  
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WARNING  
Always close the liftgate before driving. Do not grab or hold on to the liftgate support  
struts or they may be damaged. Deformation of the liftgate support struts may result in  
vehicle damage and personal injury.  
WARNING  
Never allow anyone to occupy the cargo area of the vehicle at any time. If the liftgate  
is partially or totally latched and the person cannot get out, serious injury or death  
may occur due to lack of ventilation, exhaust fumes, and rapid heat build-up, or due to  
exposure to cold weather conditions. The cargo area is also a very dangerous location in  
the event of a collision because it is part of the vehicle's crush zone.  
Emergency liftgate safety release  
2C_EmergencyPowerTailgateOpen  
To unlock and open the liftgate manually from inside the cargo area, perform the  
following:  
1
Insert a long, flat object, such as a key into the opening at the bottom of the liftgate.  
2 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow to unlock the liftgate.  
3 Push the liftgate open.  
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