Hyundai Tucson: Driving Your Vehicle / Push Button Start Ignition Switch

Whenever the front door is opened, the Push Button Start ignition switch illuminates and goes off 30 seconds after the door is closed.

WARNING

To turn off the vehicle in an emergency:

Press and hold the Push Button Start ignition switch for more than two seconds. Or rapidly press and release the Push Button Start ignition switch three times (within three seconds).

If the vehicle is still moving, you can restart the vehicle without depressing the brake pedal by pressing the Push Button Start ignition switch with the gear in the N (Neutral) position.

WARNING

• Never press the Push Button Start ignition switch while the vehicle is moving except in an emergency. This may result in the vehicle turning off and loss of power assist for the steering and brake systems. This may cause loss of directional control and braking function, which could cause an accident.
• Before leaving the driver’s seat, always make sure the gear is in the P (Park) position, apply the parking brake, press the Push Button Start ignition switch to the OFF position, and take the Smart Key with you. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur if these precautions are not followed.
• Never reach through the steering wheel for the Push Button Start ignition switch or any other control while the vehicle is moving. The presence of your hand or arm in this area may cause a loss of vehicle control resulting in an accident.

Push Button Start Ignition Switch Positions

• Starting the Engine
• Turning Off the Engine
• Remotely Starting the Engine