Exterior Lights
Lighting control
To operate the lights, turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the following positions:
(1) DRL OFF position (2) AUTO light position (3) Parking lamp position (4) Headlamp position
AUTO light position
The parking lamp and headlamp will be turned ON or OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle.
Even with the AUTO light feature in operation, it is recommended to manually turn ON the lamps when driving at night or in a fog, or when you enter dark areas, such as tunnels and parking facilities.
CAUTION
- Do not cover or spill anything on the sensor (1) located on the instrument panel.
- Do not clean the sensor using a window cleaner since the cleanser may leave a light film that could interfere with sensor operation.
- If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the AUTO light system may not work properly.
Parking lamp position
The parking lamp, license plate lamp and instrument panel lamp are turned ON.
Headlamp position
The headlamp, parking lamp, license plate lamp and instrument panel lamp are turned ON.
NOTICE
The Engine Start/Stop button must be in the ON position to turn on the headlamp.
High beam operation
To turn on the high beam headlamp, push the lever away from you. The lever will return to its original position. The high beam indicator will light when the headlamp high beams are switched on. To turn off the high beam headlamp, pull the lever towards you. The low beams will turn on.
WARNING
Do not use high beam when there are other vehicles approaching you. Using high beam could obstruct the other driver's vision.
To flash the high beam headlamp, pull the lever towards you, then release the lever. The high beams will remain ON as long as you hold the lever towards you.
High Beam Assist (HBA) (if equipped)
The High Beam Assist is a system that automatically adjusts the headlamp range (switches between high beam and low beam) depending on the brightness of detected vehicles and certain road conditions.
Operating condition
- Place the headlamp switch in the AUTO position.
- Turn on the high beam by pushing the lever away from you. The High Beam Assist ( ) indicator will illuminate.
- The High Beam Assist will turn on when vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
• If the headlamp lever is pushed away when the High Beam Assist is operating, the High Beam Assist will turn off and the high beam will be on continuously.
• If the headlamp lever is pulled towards you when the high beam is off, the high beam will turn on without the High Beam Assist canceled. When you let go of the headlamp lever, the lever will move to the middle and the high beam will turn off.
• If the headlamp lever is pulled towards you when the high beam is on by the High Beam Assist, the low beam will be on and the High Beam Assist will turn off.
• If the headlamp lever is placed to the headlamp ON position, the High Beam Assist will turn off and the low beam will be on continuously.
When the High Beam Assist is on, the high beam switches to low beam if any of the following conditions occur :
- When the headlamp of an on-coming vehicle is detected.
- When the tail lamp of a vehicle in front is detected.
- When the headlamp or tail lamp of a motorcycle or a bicycle is detected.
- When the surrounding ambient light is bright enough that high beams are not required.
- When streetlights or other lights are detected.
- When the headlamp switch is not in the AUTO position.
- When the High Beam Assist is off.
- When vehicle speed is below 15 mph (24 km/h).
Warning light and message
When the High Beam Assist is not working properly, the Check High Beam Assist warning message will come on for a few second. After the message disappears, the master warning light ( ) will illuminate. Take your vehicle to an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products and have the system checked.
WARNING
The High Beam Assist system may not work properly in the following situations.
- When the light from an oncoming or front vehicle is dim. Such examples may include:
- Light from a vehicle is not detected because of lamp damage, or because it is hidden from sight, etc.
- Headlamp of a vehicle is covered with dust, snow or water.
- A vehicle’s headlamps are off but the fog lamps are on and etc. - When the system is affected by external conditions. Such examples may include:
- There is a lamp that has a similar shape as a vehicle’s lamp.
- Headlamps have been damaged or not repaired properly.
- Headlamps are not aimed properly.
- Driving on a narrow curved road, rough road, uphill or downhill.
- Vehicle in front is partially visible on a crossroad or curved road.
- There is a traffic light, reflecting sign, flashing sign or mirror ahead.
- There is a temporary reflector or flash ahead (construction area).
- The road conditions are bad such as being wet, iced or covered with snow.
- A vehicle suddenly appears from a curve.
- The vehicle is tilted from a flat tire or being towed.
- The Lane Keeping Assist system indicator (yellow) light illuminates. - When front visibility is poor. Such examples may include:
- Light from a vehicle is not detected because of exhaust fume, smoke, fog, snow, etc.
- The front windshield is covered with foreign substance. - Do not attempt to disassemble the front view camera without the assistance of an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products technician. If camera is removed for any reason, the system may need to be re-calibrated. Have the system inspected by an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products.
- If the windshield of your vehicle is replaced, most likely the front view camera will need to be re-calibrated. If this occurs, have your vehicle inspected and have the system re-calibrated by an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products.
- Be careful that water doesn't get into the High Beam Assist unit and do not remove or damage related components of the High Beam Assist system.
- Pay extreme caution to keep the camera dry.
- NEVER disassemble the camera assembly, or apply any impact on the camera assembly.
- Do not place objects on the dashboard that reflect light such as mirrors, white paper, etc. The system may not be able to function properly if sunlight is reflected.
- At times, the High Beam Assist may not work properly. The system is for your convenience only. It is the responsibility of the driver for safe driving practices and always check the road conditions for your safety.
- When the system does not operate normally, switch the headlamp position manually between the high beam and low beam.
Turn signals and lane change signals
To signal a turn, push down on the lever for a left turn or up for a right turn in position (A). If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.
Onetouch turn signal function
To activate the One Touch Turn Signal function, push the turn signal lever up or down to position (B) and then release it.
The lane change signals will blink 3, 5 or 7 times.
You can activate or deactivate the One Touch Turn Signal function or choose the number of blinking (3, 5, or 7) from the Settings menu in the AVN system screen. Select:
- Setup → Vehicle Settings → Lights → 1 Touch Turn Signal → Off / 3 flashes / 5 flashes / 7 flashes
For detailed information, scan the QR code in a separately supplied simple manual.
Front fog lamp (if equipped)
Use the switch next to the headlamp switch to turn the Fog lamps ON and OFF. The fog lamps will turn on when the fog lamp switch (1) is turned to the ON position after the headlamps are turned on.
To turn off the fog lamps, turn the switch to the OFF position. You can use the fog lamps only when the headlamps are on low beam. When the light switch is in the AUTO position, you can also use the fog lamps when the headlamps turn on automatically. The fog lamps will go OFF when the headlamps turn OFF.
NOTICE
When in operation, the fog lamps consume large amounts of vehicle electrical power. Only use the fog lamps when visibility is poor.
Battery saver function
The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being discharged. The system automatically turns off the parking lamp when the driver turns the engine off and opens the driver-side door.
With this feature, the parking lamps will turn off automatically if the driver parks on the side of road at night. If necessary, to keep the lamps on when the engine is turned off, perform the following:
- Open the driver-side door.
- Turn the parking lamps OFF and ON again using the light switch on the steering column.
Headlamp delay function
If the Engine Start/Stop button is placed in the ACC position or the OFF position with the headlamps ON, the headlamps (and/or parking lamps) remain on for about 5 minutes. However, if the driver’s door is opened and closed, the headlights are turned off after 15 seconds. Also, with the engine off if the driver's door is opened and closed, the headlamps (and/or parking lamps) are turned off after 15 seconds. The headlamps (and/or parking lamps) can be turned off by pressing the lock button on the smart key twice or turning the light switch to the OFF or AUTO position.
You can activate or deactivate the Headlamp Delay function from the Settings menu in the AVN system screen. Select:
- Setup → Vehicle Settings → Lights → Headlight Delay
For detailed information, scan the QR code in a separately supplied simple manual.
NOTICE
If the driver exits the vehicle through another door besides the driver door, the battery saver function does not operate and the headlamp delay function does not turn OFF automatically. This may cause the battery to discharge. To avoid battery discharge, turn OFF the headlamps manually from the headlamp switch before exiting the vehicle
Adaptive Front-Lighting System (AFS) a.k.a. Low Beam AssistDynamic (LBA-D)
Adaptive front-lighting system uses the steering angle and vehicle speed, to keep your field of vision wide by swiveling and leveling the headlamp. Change the switch to the AUTO position when the engine is running. The adaptive front-lighting system will operate when the headlamp is ON. To turn off the AFS, change the switch to other positions. After turning the AFS off, headlamp swiveling no longer occurs, but leveling operates continuously.
If the AFS malfunction indicator comes on, the AFS is not working properly. Drive to the nearest safe location and restart the engine. If the indicator continuously remains on, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products.
Daytime running light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Lights can help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day, especially after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn OFF when:
- The light switch is not in the AUTO position.
- The parking brake is applied.
- The engine is turned off.
- The hazard warning flasher is on.
- You turn the turn signal light on. - If you turn on the turn signal light, only the corresponding daytime running lights will turn off.
- The High Beam Assist (HBA) is turned on with pass function for warning.
Headlamp leveling device (if equipped)
Automatically adjusts the headlamp beam level according to the number of passengers and loading weight in the luggage area.
If the Headlight Leveling Device is not working properly have your vehicle inspected by an authorized retailer of Genesis Branded products.