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Hyundai Kona Electric 2018 User Manual

Hyundai Kona Electric 2018
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OWNER'S MANUAL
Operation
Maintenance
Specifications
All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publica-
tion. However, HYUNDAI reserves the right to make changes at any time
so that our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out.
This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descrip-
tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment.
As a result, you may find material in this manual that does not apply to
your specific vehicle.
Please note that some models are equipped with Right-Hand Drive
(RHD). The explanations and illustrations for some operations in RHD
models are opposite of those written in this manual.

Table of Contents

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Hyundai Kona Electric 2018 Specifications

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BrandHyundai
ModelKona Electric 2018
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

OWNER'S MANUAL

Operation

Details on how to operate the vehicle's features and functions.

Maintenance

Keeping the vehicle in good condition and performing regular checks.

Specifications

Technical details and specifications of the vehicle.

SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury if not avoided.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.

NOTICE

Indicates a situation that could result in vehicle damage if not avoided.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

SAFETY MESSAGES

Explains safety messages and symbols used in the manual and on vehicle labels.

Electric Vehicle System Overview

Electric Vehicle

Basic definition and operation of an electric vehicle.

Characteristics of Electric Vehicles

Key features differentiating electric vehicles from traditional cars.

Battery Information

Details on the high voltage and auxiliary batteries powering the vehicle.

Energy Information

Information on battery status, range, and energy consumption.

MAIN COMPONENTS OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE

On-Board Charger (OBC)

Device converting AC power to DC to charge the high voltage battery.

Inverter

Converts DC to AC for motor and AC to DC for battery charging.

LDC

Low Voltage DC-DC converter supplying power to vehicle systems.

Motor

Uses battery power to drive the vehicle.

Reduction gear

Delivers motor's rotational force to tires.

High voltage battery (lithium-ion polymer)

Stores and supplies power necessary for the electric vehicle's operation.

EV MODE

Nearby Stations

How to find charging stations using the vehicle's navigation system.

Energy Information

Checking battery information and energy consumption data.

Charge Management

Setting charging schedules, departure times, and climate control.

ECO Driving

Information on CO2 reduction and driving history for eco-friendly driving.

Charging Information

AC Charge

Charging the vehicle using AC chargers at home or public stations.

DC Charge

High-speed charging at public stations, with cautions on frequent use.

Trickle Charge

Charging using standard household electricity with a portable charger.

DRIVING ELECTRIC VEHICLE

How to Start the Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for starting the vehicle.

Distance to Empty

Understanding the vehicle's remaining range.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Ready Indicator

Indicates when the vehicle is ready to be driven.

Service Warning Light

Alerts to potential problems in the electric vehicle control system.

LCD Display Messages

Shift to P to charge

Message when connecting charger without P-mode.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

If an Accident Occurs

Critical steps to take in the event of a vehicle accident.

Your vehicle at a glance

Exterior overview (front view)

A visual guide to the vehicle's front exterior features.

Interior overview

Identification of key controls and features within the vehicle's cabin.

Instrument panel overview

Layout and functions of the instrument cluster and dashboard controls.

Motor compartment

Location of major components within the vehicle's motor compartment.

Safety system of your vehicle

Important safety precautions

Essential safety advice for driving and passenger well-being.

Seats

Information on seat adjustments, features, and safety.

Seat belts

Proper use, precautions, and safety features of seat belts.

Child restraint system (CRS)

Guidelines for securely installing and using child restraint systems.

Air bag - supplemental restraint system

Details on the vehicle's airbag system, operation, and safety precautions.

Convenient features of your vehicle

ACCESSING YOUR VEHICLE

Information on using the smart key for vehicle access and starting.

DOOR LOCKS

How to operate the vehicle's door locking and unlocking systems.

STEERING WHEEL

Details on steering wheel adjustments and controls.

MIRRORS

Information on adjusting and operating the vehicle's mirrors.

WINDOWS

Operation of the power windows and related features.

SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

Instructions for operating the vehicle's sunroof and sunshade.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Overview of the instrument cluster display and controls.

Gauges and meters

Explanation of the various gauges and meters on the instrument panel.

TRIP COMPUTER

Information on using the trip computer for driving data.

HEAD UP DISPLAY (HUD) (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation and precautions for the Head-Up Display system.

LIGHTING

Control and operation of the vehicle's exterior and interior lighting.

WIPERS AND WASHERS

Operation of the windshield and rear window wipers and washers.

DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM

Information on driver assistance features like rear view monitor.

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Operation of the automatic climate control system.

Driving your vehicle

Before driving

Essential pre-drive checks and safety preparations before operating the vehicle.

POWER BUTTON

Explanation of the power button's positions and operation.

REGENERATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM

Explanation of how regenerative braking works and paddle shifter usage.

BRAKING SYSTEM

Overview of the vehicle's braking system, including power brakes and EPB.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Explanation of how the ABS system functions and its limitations.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Details on the ESC system's operation and how to disable it.

FORWARD COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (FCA) SYSTEM - CAMERA TYPE (IF EQUIPPED)

Functionality and precautions for the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system.

BLIND-SPOT COLLISION WARNING (BCW)/REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Explanation of the Blind-Spot and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning systems.

LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA) SYSTEM (TYPE A) (IF EQUIPPED)

LKA system operation and limitations.

DRIVER ATTENTION WARNING (DAW) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

How the Driver Attention Warning system monitors driver fatigue.

INTELLIGENT SPEED LIMIT WARNING (ISLW) (IF EQUIPPED)

Functionality and limitations of the Intelligent Speed Limit Warning system.

SPEED LIMIT CONTROL

How to set and operate the speed limit control system.

Cruise Control operation

Instructions for using and operating the Cruise Control system.

SMART CRUISE CONTROL WITH STOP & GO (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation of the Smart Cruise Control system with stop and go functionality.

SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Advice for driving in challenging conditions like snow or mud.

WINTER DRIVING

Recommendations for safe driving during winter conditions.

TRAILER TOWING

Information regarding the vehicle's towing capabilities.

What to do in an emergency

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER

How to operate the hazard warning flashers for signaling emergencies.

IF THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START

Troubleshooting steps when the vehicle fails to start.

JUMP STARTING (12V BATTERY)

Detailed procedure and safety precautions for jump-starting the 12V battery.

IF THE VEHICLE OVERHEATS

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine begins to overheat.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)

Information about the TPMS, including checks and malfunctions.

IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH TIRE MOBILITY KIT, IF EQUIPPED)

Instructions for using the Tire Mobility Kit to temporarily fix a flat tire.

TOWING

Guidelines and recommendations for towing the vehicle.

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Overview of the types of maintenance services available and recommended.

Owner maintenance schedule

A schedule of basic checks and inspections the owner can perform.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Details on recommended maintenance intervals based on usage conditions.

COOLANT

Information about the vehicle's cooling system and coolant checks.

BRAKE FLUID

Details on checking and maintaining the brake fluid level.

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER

Information on inspecting and replacing the climate control air filter.

WIPER BLADES

Guidance on inspecting and replacing windshield wiper blades.

BATTERY (12 VOLT)

Information about the 12-volt battery, including safety precautions.

TIRES AND WHEELS

Information on tire care, selection, and maintenance.

FUSES

Overview of the vehicle's fuse system and replacement procedures.

LIGHT BULBS

Information on replacing various vehicle light bulbs.

APPEARANCE CARE

General guidelines for maintaining the vehicle's appearance.

Specifications & Consumer information

DIMENSIONS

Vehicle dimensions including length, width, height, and wheelbase.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications for the electric powertrain components.

BULB WATTAGE

Wattage specifications for all vehicle light bulbs.

TIRE LOAD AND SPEED CAPACITY

Information on tire load index and speed rating.

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

Recommended types and quantities of lubricants and fluids for the vehicle.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)

Location and importance of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

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