Pic. 1.28. Hyundai SantaFe instrument cluster: 1 – a control lamp of low level of a liquid in a reservoir of a washer of a windshield; 2 – a control lamp of indication of malfunction of the engine (MIL) (optional equipment); 3 – door open alarm display (optional equipment); 4 – a control lamp of malfunction of a full drive (optional equipment); 5 – a control lamp of inclusion of a full drive (optional equipment); 6 - odometer (trip odometer) /counter «daily» mileage / trip computer (optional equipment); 7 - fuel gauge; 8 – a control lamp of a reserve of fuel; 9 - Signaling device for unfastened seat belts (for the driver); 10 - control lamp for turning on the parking brake / emergency level of brake fluid; 11 - control lamp of the battery discharge; 12 - coolant temperature gauge; 13 – a control lamp of pressure of oil; 14 - control lamp indicating a malfunction of the additional passive safety system (SRS) (optional equipment); 15 – a control lamp of switching off of a pillow of safety of the forward passenger (optional equipment); 16 – a control lamp of the alarm system about not closed back door; 17 – a control lamp of the alarm system about not closed door; 18 – a control lamp of provision of the selector of an automatic transmission (only for models with automatic transmission); 19 – a control lamp of inclusion of a high beam of headlights; 20 - control lamp for activating cruise control parameters (optional equipment); 21 – a control lamp of inclusion of cruise control (automatic vehicle speed control systems) (optional equipment); 22 - control lamp indicating a malfunction of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) (optional equipment); 23 - direction indicators; 24 - speedometer; 25 – control lamps of electronic system of exchange rate stability (ESP) (optional equipment); 26 - control lamp for indicating a malfunction of the immobilizer (optional equipment); 27 - tachometer
The instrument cluster of the Hyundai SantaFe car is shown in Figure 1.28.
Direction indicator lamps
A green arrow flashes on the instrument panel to indicate the direction of the turn. If the arrow illuminates but does not flash, flashes too fast, or does not flash at all, this indicates a fault in the turn signal circuits.
Control lamp of indication of malfunction of antiblocking system of brakes (ABS) (SRI)
After turning the ignition key to position «ON» («On») the control lamp of indication of malfunction of antiblocking system of brakes lights up (ABS SRI) and then goes out after a few seconds. If the lamp stays on, lights up while driving, or does not light up after the ignition key is turned to «ON» («On»), this indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock brake system (ABS).
In this case, you should contact an authorized Hyundai dealer as soon as possible to check the car. The standard brake system will continue to work, but without the help of anti-lock brakes (ABS).
Attention! If the anti-lock brake system warning lamp (ABS SRI) and Parking Brake/Emergency Brake Fluid Level Warning Light stay on after engine start or come on while vehicle is moving, EB D system may be malfunctioning (electronic brake force distribution).
Control lamps for electronic stability control (ESP) (optional equipment)
Traction control warning lamps operate in different modes depending on the position of the ignition switch and the state of the system (ESP) - running or disabled.
They come on when the ignition key is turned to the «ON», but after three seconds they go out.
Control lamp of inclusion of a high beam of headlights
This indicator lamp illuminates when the high beam headlights are on or the headlights are flashing.
Oil pressure warning lamp
Driving with a low engine oil level or oil pressure warning light on can result in engine damage (scoring, jamming, etc.). If this lamp lights up when the engine is running, the engine oil pressure is below the minimum value. In good condition, this lamp lights up when the key in the ignition switch is turned to the position «ON» («On») and goes out after starting the engine. If the light stays on after starting the engine, there is a serious engine problem.
In this case, immediately stop the car in a safe place, stop the engine and check the oil level. If it is below the minimum allowable value, add oil to the engine to the normal level and start the engine again. If the lamp stays on after starting the engine, turn off the engine immediately.
Control lamp of inclusion of a lay brake / emergency level of a brake liquid
The parking brake/brake fluid warning light comes on when the parking brake is applied and the ignition key is turned to «ON» («On») or «START» («Starter»). After starting the engine, the lamp goes out when the parking brake is released. When the parking brake is released, the parking brake/brake fluid warning light comes on when the ignition key is turned to «ON» («On») or «START» («Starter») and goes out after starting the engine. If this lamp illuminates at any other time, slow down the vehicle and bring it to a complete stop on the side of the road in a safe place.
The brake system warning light indicates that the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum level and that DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid needs to be added.
The car is equipped with a dual-circuit diagonal braking system. Providing even in case of damage to one of the circuits of the brake system, braking by two wheels. In this case, more effort on the brake pedal and more travel will be required to stop the car. Moreover, the stopping distance of the car will be increased. If one of the brake circuits fails, shift to a lower gear to use the engine braking effect to stop the vehicle.
Battery discharge warning lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition key is in the «ON» («On») and goes out after starting the engine. If the warning light stays on after starting the engine, there is a problem with the charging system. If the lamp comes on while the vehicle is moving, stop the vehicle immediately and look under the hood. First, make sure the alternator drive belt is intact, if it is intact, check its tension.
Attention! Loosening the alternator drive belt or breaking it while driving can cause serious engine damage. The engine can overheat because this belt also powers the engine coolant pump.
The control lamp of the alarm system about an open door
This lamp lights up when one of the side doors is not closed or not closed tightly.
Control lamp of the signal system about not closed back door (optional equipment)
This lamp is lit when the rear door is not closed or not completely closed.
Door open alarm display (optional equipment)
The display shows the position of any of the doors not closed or not tightly closed. The display will turn off when all doors are firmly closed.
Fuel reserve warning lamp
This lamp comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank reaches the minimum reserve level. If this lamp is on, it indicates the need for refueling as soon as possible. Driving the vehicle with the fuel reserve warning lamp on or when the fuel level is below the mark «E» («empty») can cause misfiring and damage to the catalytic converter.
Control lamp of indication of malfunction of additional system of passive safety (SRS) (SRI)
This indicator lamp (SRI) lights up and flashes for approximately 6 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the «ON» («On») or after starting the engine, after which it goes out.
This warning lamp also lights up in the event of a malfunction of the additional passive restraint system (SRS). If the control lamp (SRI) does not light up or stays on steadily after flashing for approximately 6 seconds after turning the ignition key to the «ON» («On») or lights up while the vehicle is moving, take the vehicle to the nearest service station to have the Supplemental Restraint System checked (SRS).
Engine Malfunction Warning Lamp (MIL) (optional equipment)
This lamp illuminates when a component failure is detected (details), relating to toxicity reduction systems. This lamp also comes on when the ignition key is turned to the «ON» («On»), and then after a few seconds it goes out. If the lamp comes on while the vehicle is moving or does not come on after turning the ignition key to the «ON» («On»), take the vehicle to the nearest workshop to have the systems checked.
Control lamp of inclusion of the cruise control (automatic vehicle speed control systems) (optional equipment)
The cruise control indicator light comes on when the cruise control switch located on the steering wheel is pressed.
This warning lamp goes out when the cruise control switch is pressed again.
Control lamp for activation of cruise control parameters (automatic vehicle speed control systems) (optional equipment)
Control lamp for activation of cruise control parameters (automatic vehicle speed control systems) lights up when the cruise control switch is pressed «COAST/SET» or «RES/ACCEL». The control lamp goes out when the switch is pressed «CANCEL» and is off when the system is turned off.
All-wheel drive malfunction indicator lamp (optional equipment)
This lamp comes on when the ignition key is in the «ON» («On»), and then goes off after a few seconds.
Attention! If the four-wheel drive malfunction indicator lamp (ES) flashes while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction of the four-wheel drive system.
Control lamp of inclusion of a full drive (optional equipment)
The 4WD indicator light on the instrument panel comes on when the 4WD switch is pressed.
The purpose of turning on all-wheel drive is to increase traction when driving on dry, poorly paved roads, on snowy or icy roads, and off-road.
When the switch is pressed again, the four-wheel drive indicator lamp goes out.
Attention! Do not use all-wheel drive when driving on highways and expressways: this causes excessive noise, vibration and may damage transmission parts and assemblies.
Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Warning Light (optional equipment)
The front passenger airbag deactivation indicator lamp illuminates for 6 seconds after the ignition key is turned to «ON» («On») or after starting the engine, after which it goes out.
The warning lamp also comes on when the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the switch in position «OFF» and goes out when the specified switch is returned to the position «ON».
Attention! In the event of a malfunction of the front passenger's airbag switch, the indicator lamp does not illuminate. The front passenger airbag will inflate in a frontal impact even though the switch is in the «OFF».
Control lamp of indication of malfunction of an immobilizer (optional equipment)
This warning lamp comes on for a few seconds after the ignition key is turned to the «ON» («On»). After that, you can start the engine. The lamp goes out when the engine is running. If the lamp goes out before the engine is started, turn the ignition key to the «LOCK» («blocking») and start the engine again. If the lamp flashes for five seconds when the ignition key is turned to the «ON» («On»), this indicates a malfunction of the immobilizer system.
A control lamp of low level of a liquid in a reservoir of a washer of a windshield
The low level indicator lamp in the windshield washer reservoir turns on when the fluid in the reservoir is full.
If the light comes on, refill the windshield washer reservoir at the first opportunity.
Warning lamp warning about unfastened seat belts (except for European Union countries)
The warning lamp for the signaling of unfastened seat belts is on for 6 seconds after the ignition switch is moved from the position «OFF» into position «ON».
Brake pad wear buzzer
The front disc brake pads have wear indicators that emit a high-pitched squealing sound when the pad is completely worn, signaling the need to replace the front brake pads. While driving, this sound may come and go or be constant. It can also be heard when the brake pedal is pressed hard. Driving with worn brake pads can damage expensive brake discs.
Parking brake warning buzzer (optional equipment)
If the vehicle is moving at a speed of more than 3 km/h for 2-3 seconds and the parking brake is applied, a warning buzzer sounds.
Sound signal for high vehicle speed (optional equipment)
When the vehicle's speed exceeds 120 km/h, an audible warning sounds.
Fuel gauge
Pic. 1.29. Fuel gauge
The arrow of this indicator shows the approximate level of fuel in the fuel tank (pic. 1.29).
Coolant temperature gauge
The arrow of this pointer should be within the normal range.
Attention! Do not open the radiator cap while the engine is hot. The cooling system is pressurized and opening the cap may cause hot fluid to escape and cause severe burns. Wait until the engine has cooled down before opening the radiator cap.
If the pointer arrow enters the zone while the engine is running «H» («Hot») dial, stop the vehicle immediately and turn off the engine.
Pic. 1.30. Coolant temperature gauge
Open the hood and check the coolant level in the expansion tank and the coolant pump drive belt (pic. 1.30).
Tachometer
Pic. 1.31. Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm) (pic. 1.31).
Attention! Keep an eye on the tachometer while driving. Its arrow, showing the engine speed, should not enter the red zone (zone of exceeding the maximum permissible speed). This can lead to serious engine damage.
Speedometer
Pic. 1.32. Speedometer
Speedometer shows vehicle speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (pic. 1.32).
Odometer/ Trip odometer
Odometer:
Pic. 1.33. Odometer reading
The electronic odometer shows the total distance in kilometers or miles the vehicle has been driven and is useful for recording periodic maintenance intervals. For a new car, an odometer reading of 240 km is the norm (pic. 1.33).
When the switch is pressed «TRIP», when the ignition key is in position «ON», the display shows information about the distance traveled in kilometers or miles.
Trip counter:
Pic. 1.34. Distance meter
To move from indication A to indication B, press the button «TRIP» (pic. 1.34).
Readout A: Displays the distance the vehicle has traveled since the start of the current trip.
Pic. 1.35. Button «TRIP»
Reading B: displays the distance traveled by the vehicle after a waypoint during the current trip (pic. 1.35).
Pic. 1.36. Button «RESET»
To reset the trip odometer, press and hold the switch «RESET» more than 1 s (pic. 1.36).
Trip computer (optional equipment)
Pic. 1.37. trip computer display
A trip computer is an electronic device that displays trip information on a liquid crystal display (pic. 1.37).
Mode switch
Pic. 1.38. Mode switching scheme
When the switch is pressed «TRIP», when the ignition key is in position «ON», the display shows information in the order shown in Figure 1.38.
Reset button (zeroing)
To reset the displayed information, press and hold the switch «RESET» more than 1 s.
Distance meter (km or miles)
This mode determines the total distance traveled since the last reset. Resetting this indicator occurs when the battery is disconnected. To reset the distance traveled, press and hold the button «RESET» more than 1 s during the display of the indication of the distance traveled.
Pic. 1.39. Meter reading
Distance meter reading range - from 0 to 999.9 km (pic. 1.39).
Mileage on the remaining fuel in the tank
This mode shows the estimated mileage on the remaining fuel in the tank.
In case of adding at least 6 liters of fuel to the tank, the trip computer determines the refueling.
Pic. 1.40. Indications of the mileage mode on the remaining fuel in the tank
If the mileage on the remaining fuel in the tank is estimated to be less than 50 km, the symbol will flash on the display (––), and the mileage numbers go out until the tank is refueled (pic. 1.40).
Note. The mileage information on the remaining fuel in the tank may differ from the actual mileage due to changes in driving conditions.
Note. The remaining fuel mileage information may vary due to changes in driving conditions, driving style and speed.
Average fuel consumption in l/100 km or MPG (mpg)
Pic. 1.41. Average fuel consumption mode readings
In this mode, the average fuel consumption is determined by the amount of fuel used and the mileage since the last reset of the average fuel consumption value (pic. 1.41).
The total fuel consumption is determined when a corresponding signal is received.
The value of the average fuel consumption is reset when the battery is disconnected.
To reset the average fuel consumption reading (––) press and hold the button for more than 1 s «RESET». If the vehicle has traveled less than 0.5 km since resetting (0.5 miles), then the average fuel consumption reading will be displayed as «––».
Outside temperature (Celsius or Fahrenheit) (optional equipment)
Pic. 1.42. Outdoor temperature readings
In this mode, the device shows the outdoor temperature in the range from -40°С (–40°F) up to 75°C (167°F) (pic. 1.42).