To remote start your Hyundai Tucson with the key fob:
- Ensure your model supports this feature.
- Press the lock button and then hold the start button on your key fob.
- This activates the engine and pre-conditions your car.
- For extended engine run time or troubleshooting, consult your vehicle's manual.
Verify Your Key Fob Model
To use the remote start on your Hyundai Tucson, make sure you have the correct key fob. Look for a key fob with a circular arrow symbol; this means it has remote start.
If you're not sure which key fob you have, check your owner's manual. It will tell you if your key fob has remote start and how to use it.
Preparing Your Vehicle
To get your Hyundai Tucson ready for remote start, first, park it safely where it can idle without causing harm. Make sure it's not in a closed garage to avoid carbon monoxide dangers.
Lock your Tucson's doors. The remote start needs this to stop unauthorized people from getting in while it's on. If the doors aren't locked, remote start mightn't work.
Check your fuel level too. Low fuel can harm your car if it runs too long. Here are more checks for remote start:
- Battery health: Your car's battery should be charged enough for remote start.
- No warning lights: Make sure your dashboard doesn't have any warning lights on.
- Climate settings: Set your climate control before, as remote start uses the last settings.
Activating Remote Start
To activate the remote start on your Hyundai Tucson using the key fob, follow these steps:
- Ensure you're close enough to the vehicle.
- Press the lock button on the key fob.
- Press and hold the remote start button (an arrow in a circle) for 2 seconds.
- Look for the parking lights to blink, which means the command was successful.
- Listen for the engine starting.
- The vehicle's climate control will set to the preset temperature.
Extending Engine Run Time
To extend the engine run time on your Hyundai Tucson using the key fob, follow these steps:
- Press the lock button on the key fob.
- Quickly, within 4 seconds, press and hold the remote start button (looks like an arrow in a circle) for over 2 seconds.
- The lights on the vehicle will flash, indicating the engine run time has been extended.
Important points to remember:
- You can only extend the engine run time once after initially starting it.
- There's a maximum limit to how long the engine can run set by the manufacturer.
- Extending the engine run time uses more fuel and might affect the car's efficiency.
Troubleshooting Tips
If the remote start isn't working properly, it's usually an easy fix. Here's a simple guide for troubleshooting.
- If the remote start doesn't work, the key fob battery might be dead. Replace the battery.
- If the vehicle starts then stops, the hood mightn't be fully closed. Make sure the hood is properly latched.
- If the remote start is unresponsive, check if the vehicle is in Park. Make sure it's in the Park position.
- If the remote doesn't lock or unlock doors, you might be too far away. Move closer to the vehicle.
- If the system doesn't respond well, there might be interference from your surroundings. Try to avoid using the remote near areas with a lot of interference, like power lines or cell towers.
Conclusion
Now you know how to start your Hyundai Tucson with the key fob from far away. Make sure you have the right car model, set your car up the right way, and follow the steps to start the car and keep it running longer.
If you have any problems, remember the tips to fix them. This cool trick lets you warm up your car when it's cold or cool it down when it's hot before you get in.
Have a safe and comfy ride!