Hyundai Sonata: Shift lock system
For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift lock system which prevents shifting the transaxle from P (Park) or N (Neutral) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift the transaxle from P (Park) or N (Neutral) into R (Reverse):
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine or turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
3. Move the shift lever.
If the brake pedal is repeatedly depressed and released with the shift lever in the P (Park) position, a chattering noise near the shift lever may be heard. This is a normal condition.
WARNING
Always fully depress the brake pedal before and while shifting out of the P (Park) position into another position to avoid inadvertent motion of the vehicle which could injure persons in or around the car.
Shift-lock override
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position into R (Reverse) position with the brake pedal depressed, continue depressing the brake, then do the following:
1. Carefully remove the cap (1) covering the shift-lock access hole.
2. Insert a key (or screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the key
(or screwdriver).
3. Move the shift lever.
4. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.
Paddle shifter
The paddle shifter is available when the shift lever is in the D position or
the sport mode.
With the shift lever in the D position
The paddle shifter can operate when the vehicle speed is mor ...
Ignition key interlock system
The ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in the P (Park)
position. If the ignition switch is in any other position, the key cannot be removed. ...
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Theft-alarm stage
The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is
armed.
A door is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key or mechanical
key).
The trunk is opened wi ...
Good driving practices
Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely
hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear.
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Sunroof Switch. Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Open the sunglass case cover from the overhead console then remove
the 2 sc ...