Hyundai Ioniq: Driving the Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle / Starting the Vehicle
1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3. Place the shift lever in P (Park). With the shift lever in N (Neutral), you
cannot start the vehicle.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button. If the hybrid system starts, the "
"
indicator will come on. Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started
without depressing the accelerator.
ECONOMICAL and SAFE OPERATION of Hybrid system
- Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate and maintain a steady cruising
speed. Do not make "jack-rabbit" starts. Do not race between stoplights. Avoid
heavy traffic whenever possible. Always maintain a safe distance from other
vehicles so you can avoid unnecessary braking. This also reduces brake wear.
- The regenerative brake generates energy when the vehicle decelerates.
- When the hybrid battery power is low, the hybrid system automatically recharges
the hybrid battery.
- When the engine is running with the shift lever in N (Neutral), the hybrid
system cannot generate electricity. The hybrid battery cannot recharge with
the shift lever in N (Neutral).
Information
In the hybrid system, the engine automatically runs and stops. When the hybrid
system operates, the "
" indicator is
illuminated.
In the following situation, the engine may operate automatically.
- When the engine is ready to run
- When the hybrid battery is being charged
- Depending on the temperature condition of the hybrid battery
Hybrid vehicles sound different than gasoline engine vehicles. When the hybrid
system operates, you may hear a sound from the hybrid battery system behind the
rear seat...
Other information:
Description•
Function : It circulates the coolant for the hybrid system (HPCU, drive motor, and HSG).•
Operating Principles: When the coolant temperature exceeds the limit set in the MCU in the hybrid system, the motor control unit (MCU) sends a command to the electric water pump (EWP) through the CAN communication to operate the EWP...
When the vehicle is under regular maintenance, make sure to separate the (-)
cable before maintenance. Separate the (-) cable following the below instructions.
1. Fold the rear left side seat.
2. Remove the service cover (A) on the luggage trim.
3. Separate the (-) cable (B)...