2026 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual

2026 Hyundai Elantra owners manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Hyundai
Model:
Elantra

Online manual

Size:
9.61 MB

Table of Contents

- 1. Foreword
7
Introduction
8
Hyundai Motor America
8
Guide to Hyundai Genuine Parts
9
How to Use This Manual
10
Gasoline containing alcohol or methanol
12
Vehicle Break-In Process
13
EXTERIOR OVERVIEW (FRONT VIEW)
16
EXTERIOR OVERVIEW (REAR VIEW)
17
INTERIOR OVERVIEW
18
CENTER CONSOLE OVERVIEW
19
Instrument panel overview
20
Engine compartment
21
Dimensions
22
Engine specification
22
Bulb wattage
23
Dimensions
22
Engine specification
22
Bulb wattage
23
Tires and wheels
24
Air conditioning system
25
Recommended SAE viscosity number
27
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
28
Vehicle certification label
28
Tire specification and pressure label
28
Engine number
29
Air conditioner compressor label
29
Air conditioning refrigerant label
29
OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE
29
Consumer Information
30
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
34
Restrain All Children
34
Air Bag Hazards
34
Driver Distraction
34
Control Your Speed
34
Safety Precautions
36
Front Seats
37
Rear seats
39
Head Restraints
41
Seat Belt Safety Precautions
45
Seat Belt Warning Light
46
Seat Belt Restraint System
46
Additional Seat Belt Safety Precautions
51
Children Always in the Rear
54
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS)
55
Where Are the Air Bags?
65
How Does the Air Bag System Operate?
68
What to Expect After an Air Bag Inflates
72
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
73
Why Didn’t My Air Bag Go Off in a Collision?
79
SRS Care
84
Additional Safety Precautions
85
Instrument Cluster Control
91
Gauges and Meters
91
Transmission Shift Indicator
96
Warning and Indicator Lights
97
View Modes
112
Locking
124
Unlocking your vehicle (When the Two Press Unlock feature is off)
125
Unlocking your vehicle (When the Two Press Unlock feature is on)
126
Trunk Unlocking
127
Remotely Starting Vehicle (if equipped)
127
Start-up
128
Mechanical Key
128
Smart Key Precautions
129
Battery Replacement
130
Digital Key (Smartphone)
132
Digital Key (Card Key)
137
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle
142
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle
143
Automatic Door Lock and Unlock Features
145
Rear Occupant Alert Operation
147
Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
149
Inside Rearview Mirror
151
Sunshade
169
Tilt Open/Close
170
Slide Open/Close
170
Automatic Reversal
171
Resetting the Sunroof
172
Sunroof Open Warning
172
Emergency Trunk Safety Release
176
Smart Trunk Release (if equipped)
177
Lighting Control
182
High Beam Operation
183
Turn Signals And Lane Change Signals
184
Battery Saver Function
185
Detecting Sensor
186
High Beam Assist Settings
186
High Beam Assist Operation
186
Interior Lamp AUTO Cut
189
Front Lamps
189
Mood lighting (if equipped)
190
Rear Lamp
190
Luggage Compartment Lamp
191
Vanity Mirror Lamp (if equipped)
191
Windshield wipers
193
Heating and Air Conditioning
196
System Operation
202
Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning
207
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
208
System Operation
214
Manual Climate Control System
218
Automatic Climate Control System
219
Defogging Logic (if equipped)
220
Auto Defogging System (only for automatic climate control system, if equipped)
221
Sunroof Inside Air Recirculation (if equipped)
223
Cup Holder
225
Sunvisor
225
Power Outlet
226
USB charger
227
Wireless Smartphone Charging System (if equipped)
227
Clock
230
USB Port
231
Antenna
231
Steering Wheel Audio Control
232
Infotainment System
233
Voice Recognition (if equipped)
233
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Hands-free (if equipped)
233
Before Entering the Vehicle
240
Operating Conditions
247
Deactivating Conditions
247
Manual Transmission Operation
248
Good Driving Practices
250
Dual Clutch Transmission Operation
254
Cluster Display for Transmission Temperature and Warning Message
256
Parking
262
Paddle Shifter (Manual Shift Mode) (if equipped)
262
Power Brakes
264
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
264
High Performance Brake
265
Parking Brake
265
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
267
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
268
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
274
Good Braking Practices
275
Drive Mode
280
N Mode
282
Performance Option Settings
287
Launch Control
288
Shift Light
291
N Track Sense Shift (for dual clutch transmission)
293
N Power Shift (for dual clutch transmission)
295
N Sound Equalizer
295
Hazardous Driving Conditions
298
Rocking the Vehicle
298
Smooth Cornering
299
Driving at Night
299
Driving in the Rain
299
Driving in Flooded Areas
300
Snow or Icy Conditions
301
Tire Loading Information Label
306
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Front view camera only)
312
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
324
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) (IF EQUIPPED)
330
Safe Exit Warning (SEW) (if equipped)
342
Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA)
347
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) (IF EQUIPPED)
350
Cruise Control (CC)
363
Rear View Monitor (RVM)
371
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) (if equipped)
375
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) (IF EQUIPPED)
386
If the Engine Stalls While Driving
394
. If the Engine Stalls at a Crossroad or Crossing
394
If the Engine Doesn’t Turn Over or Turns Over Slowly
395
If the Engine Turns Over Normally but Doesn’t Start
395
Jump Starting
396
Check Tire Pressure
401
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
402
Low Tire Pressure Telltale
403
Low Tire Pressure Position and Tire Pressure Telltale
403
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Malfunction Indicator
405
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit
408
Using the Tire Mobility Kit when a Tire is Flat
409
How to Adjust Tire Pressure
412
Emergency Towing
415
Removable Towing Hook
415
Owner’s Responsibility
422
Normal Maintenance Schedule
427
Normal Maintenance Schedule (CONT)
428
Normal Maintenance Schedule (CONT)
429
Engine Oil and Filter
432
Drive Belts
432
Fuel Filter
432
Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and Connections
432
Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
432
Air Cleaner Filter
432
Spark Plugs
432
Cooling System
432
Engine Coolant
433
Manual Transmission Fluid (if equipped)
433
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped)
433
Brake Hoses and Lines
433
Brake Fluid
433
Parking Brake
433
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and Rotors
433
Suspension Mounting Bolts
433
Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
433
Drive Axle Shafts and Boots
433
Checking the Engine Oil Level
434
Checking the Engine Coolant Level
437
Filter Inspection
445
Blade Inspection
446
For Best Battery Service
449
Battery Capacity Label
449
Tire Care
452
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures
452
Check Tire Inflation Pressure
453
Tire Rotation
453
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
454
Tire Replacement
455
Wheel Replacement
456
Tire Traction
456
Tire Maintenance
456
Tire Sidewall Labeling
456
Tire Terminology and Definitions
459
All Season Tires
462
Summer Tires
462
Snow Tires
462
Radial-Ply Tires
463
Instrument Panel Fuse Replacement
466
Engine Compartment Panel Fuse Replacement
467
Headlight, Position Light, Turn Signal Light and Daytime Running Light Bulb Replacement
477
Side Repeater Light Replacement
477
Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement
477
High Mounted Stop Light Replacement
479
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement
480
Exterior Care
482
Crankcase Emission Control System
490
Evaporative Emission Control System Including Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)
490
Exhaust Emission Control System
491
California perchlorate notice
493
Index
495

2026 Hyundai Elantra Overview

Owner's Manual

The Owner's Manual for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra is an essential guide designed to enhance your driving experience and ensure the optimal performance of your vehicle. This comprehensive document provides crucial information, including maintenance schedules, safety guidelines, and operational procedures for all features. By familiarizing yourself with the Owner's Manual, you will understand the intricacies of your Elantra, from adjusting the settings to troubleshooting potential issues. It acts as a vital resource for both new and seasoned owners, ensuring that you can maximize your car’s features while maintaining safety and efficiency. Keeping the manual on hand promotes confidence and enhances your overall driving experience.

Introduction

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra boldly redefines compact sedans with its blend of sporty style, cutting-edge technology, and enhanced performance. With an eye-catching design featuring sharp lines and dynamic contours, the Elantra captures attention on any road. Designed for those who seek both practicality and flair, the 2026 model continues Hyundai's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and comfort, making it a top choice among city dwellers and road warriors alike.

Powertrains

This year’s Elantra offers a selection of advanced powertrains to match varying driving preferences. The standard 2.0L inline-4 engine delivers a commendable balance of efficiency and power, perfect for daily commutes. For those craving more thrill, an optional turbocharged 1.6L engine makes acceleration exhilarating while maintaining impressive fuel economy. Both engines are paired with a smooth-shifting automatic transmission, providing an engaging driving experience without compromising comfort or efficiency.

Trims

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is available in multiple trims: SE, SEL, N Line, and the sporty N model. Each trim offers unique features catering to different tastes and budgets. The SE serves as an excellent entry-level variant, packed with essential technology, while the SEL enriches the experience with additional comfort features. The N Line focuses on performance-oriented enhancements for spirited drivers, while the N model elevates the driving dynamics to a whole new level with its tuned suspension and aggressive styling.

Features

The 2026 Elantra is equipped with an array of innovative features designed to enhance safety, connectivity, and comfort. Standard technology includes a user-friendly infotainment system with a high-definition touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto compatibility. Safety is paramount, with standard Hyundai SmartSense technology offering advanced driver-assist features, such as forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Additionally, the interior boasts premium materials, spacious seating, and an available panoramic sunroof, ensuring every journey is as enjoyable as it is safe.

User manual download

The Hyundai Elantra owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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