Hyundai 2009 Sonata - Manual (Page 157)

2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
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NOTE:
Do not hold the key in the "START"
position for more than 15 seconds.
o "ON"
When the key is in the "ON" position, the
ignition is on and all accessories may be
turned on. If the engine is not running, the
key should not be left in the "ON" position.
This will discharge the battery and may
also damage the ignition system.
o "ACC"
With the key in the "ACC" position, some
electrical accessories (radio, etc.) may be
operated.
o "LOCK"
The key can be removed or inserted in this
position.
To protect against theft, the steering wheel
locks by removing the key.
NOTE:
If difficulty is experienced in turning the
ignition key to the START position, turn
the steering wheel right and left to release
the tension and then turn the key.
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To remove the ignition key
1. Turn the ignition key to the "ACC"
position.
2. Simultaneously push and turn the
ignition key counterclockwise from the
"ACC" position to the "LOCK" position.
3. The key can be removed in the "LOCK"
position.
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LOCK
ACC
ON
START
KEY POSITIONS
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CAUTION:
The engine should not be turned off or the
key removed from the ignition key
cylinder while the car is in motion. The
steering wheel is locked by removing
the key.
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LOCK
ACC
ON
START
!
o "START"
The engine is started in this position. It will
crank until you release the key.