The underbed storage area is water resistant and can be locked and unlocked using the remote key or smart key.
Opening underbed storage
The underbed storage can be unlocked and opened by the following methods:
Vehicles equipped with remote key:
Vehicles equipped with Smart key:
Closing underbed storage
To close the underbed storage lid, pull the lid downward.
Note that if the underbed storage lid is not fully closed, the LED bed lamps will remain on and a warning message may appear in the LCD cluster display.
Information
It is common for the underfloor storage bin to have a scent when the vehicle is new. This scent is normal, safe, and will be reduced over time, similar to any new car smell.
CAUTION
WARNING
How to open underbed storage lid manually
If there is an electrical failure that prevents the bed underbed storage lid from opening, the latch can be mechanically released using the following steps:
1. Remove the tailgate assembly from its hinges.
2. Insert a ridged hook or tool between the lid and floor, locating the release cable with the tool.
3. Provide an even downward force to release the latch.
Hyundai Santa Cruz 2021-2024 Owners Manual: Engine Compartment Panel Fuse
Replacement
Blade fuse / Cartridge fuse
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Turn all other switches off.
3. Remove the fuse panel cover by
pressing the tap and pulling up.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it
if it is blown. To remove or insert the
fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine
compartment fuse panel.
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Hyundai Santa Cruz 2021-2024 Owners Manual: Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
Hill-Start Assist Control helps prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards
when starting a vehicle from a stop
on a hill. The system operates the
brakes automatically for approximately
2 seconds and releases when the
accelerator pedal is depressed.
WARNING
Always be ready to depress the
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