Hyundai Sonata: Lighting control
The light switch has a Headlight and a Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the following positions:
(1) OFF position
(2) Parking light position
(3) Headlight position
(4) Auto light position (if equipped)
Parking light position (
)
When the light switch is in the parking light position, the tail, position and license lights are ON and the tail light indicator is ON (if equipped).
Headlight position (
)
When the light switch is in the headlight position the head, tail, license and instrument panel lights are ON.
Auto light position (if equipped)
When the light switch is in the AUTO light position, the taillights and headlights will be turned ON or OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle.
CAUTION
• Never place anything over sensor (1) located on the instrument panel. This
will ensure better auto-light system control.
• Don’t clean the sensor using a window cleaner. The cleaner may leave a light film
which could interfere with sensor operation.
• If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating on the front
windshield, the Auto light system may not work properly.
Daytime running light (if equipped)
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of
your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
and it is especially helpful af ...
High beam operation
To turn on the high beam headlights, push the lever away from you. Pull it back
for low beams.
The high beam indicator will light when the headlight high beams are switched
on.
To prevent the ...
See also:
Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal
driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
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Odometer
This meter displays the odometer when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven.
If you press the trip knob when the ...
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again. (However,
depending on the location of the electr ...
