Introduction

The Smart Key system on your 2015 Hyundai Veloster L4 1.6L is a convenient feature designed to enhance the ease and security of accessing and starting your vehicle. This system lets you unlock the doors and start the engine without removing the key fob from your pocket or bag, offering added convenience, especially in busy or inclement weather. Proper use of the Smart Key ensures smooth operation and helps maintain the security features of the vehicle. This article provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to effectively use the Smart Key system on your 2015 Hyundai Veloster L4 1.6L.

How to Use the Smart Key

Overview

1. Door Lock

2. Door Unlock

3. Tailgate Opening/Closing

4. Panic Alarm

With a smart key, you can lock or unlock the doors (and tailgate) as well as start the engine without needing to insert the key.

Locking

By using the button on the door handle:

• Make sure all doors, the hood, and the tailgate are closed.
• Press the button on the exterior door handle.
• The hazard warning lights flash and the chime sounds once.
• Ensure the doors are locked by checking the door lock button inside the vehicle or by pulling the exterior door handle.

Note:

• The button only works when the smart key is within 28–40 inches (0.7–1 meter) of the exterior door handle.
• Pressing the button on the exterior door handle will not lock the doors, and the chime will sound for 3 seconds if:

- The smart key is inside the vehicle.

- The engine start/stop button is in the ACC or ON position.

- Any door besides the tailgate is open.

By using the button on the smart key:

• Ensure all doors, the hood, and the tailgate are closed.
• Press the lock button (1).
• The hazard warning lights flash, and the chime sounds once.
• Verify the doors are locked by checking the door lock button inside or by pulling the exterior door handle.

Unlocking

Using the door handle:

• Press the button on the driver's exterior door handle.
• The driver’s door unlocks, the hazard warning lights flash, and the chime sounds twice.
• Press the button again within 4 seconds.
• All doors unlock, and the hazard warning lights flash and the chime sounds twice.

If you press the button on the front passenger’s exterior door handle while carrying the smart key (if equipped), all doors will unlock.

Note:

• The button functions only when the smart key is within 28–40 inches (0.7–1 meter) of the exterior door handle.
• When the smart key is detected within 28–40 inches (0.7–1 meter) of the front exterior door handle, others can also open the doors.
• After unlocking the driver's door or all doors, the door(s) automatically lock unless one is opened.

Using the button on the smart key:

• Press the unlock button (2) on the smart key.
• The driver's door unlocks, the hazard warning lights flash, and the chime sounds twice.
• Press the unlock button (2) again within 4 seconds.
• All doors unlock, the hazard warning lights flash, and the chime sounds twice.

Note: Once the button is pressed, the doors will automatically lock unless a door is opened.