Hyundai Elantra Owners Manual
Hyundai Elantra: Steering wheel
Understanding your Hyundai Elantra’s warning lights is essential for safe operation. This section provides an overview of dashboard symbols and what they mean.
Electric power steering (EPS)
The power steering uses a motor to assist you in steering the vehicle. If the engine is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle may still be steered, but it will require increased steering effort.
The motor driven power steering is controlled by a power steering control unit which senses the steering wheel torque and vehicle speed to command the motor.
The steering becomes heavier as the vehicle’s speed increases and becomes lighter as the vehicle’s speed decreases for optimum steering control. Should you notice any change in the effort required to steer during normal vehicle operation, have the power steering checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
✽ NOTICE
The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation:
- The EPS warning light does not illuminate.
- The steering gets heavy immediately after turning the ignition switch on. This happens as the system performs the EPS system diagnostics. When the diagnostics is completed, the steering wheel will return to its normal condition.
- A click noise may be heard from the EPS relay after the ignition switch is turned to the ON or LOCK (OFF) position.
- A motor noise may be heard when the vehicle is at a stop or at a low driving speed.
- If the Electric Power Steering System does not operate normally, the warning light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The steering wheel may become difficult to control or operate abnormally. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
- When the vehicle is stationary, if you turn the steering wheel all the way to the left or right continuously, the steering wheel becomes heavier from the end. But this is for your safety, not system malfunction. As time passes, the steering wheel return to its normal condition.
- When you operate the steering wheel in low temperature, abnormal noise could occur. If temperature rises, the noise will disappear. This is a normal condition.
- When the charging system warning light comes on or the voltage is low (When the alternator (or battery) does not operate normally or it malfunctions), the steering wheel may get heavy and become difficult to control operate abnormally.
Tilt steering / Tilt and telescope steering (if equipped)
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
The steering wheel should be positioned so that it is comfortable for you to drive, while permitting you to see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges.
WARNING
Never adjust the angle of the steering wheel while driving. You may lose steering control and cause severe personal injury, death or accidents.
After adjusting, push the steering wheel both up and down to be certain it is locked in position.
To change the steering wheel angle, pull down the lock release lever (1), adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle (2) and height (if equipped) (3), then pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Be sure to adjust the steering wheel to the desired position before driving.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on your steering wheel.
Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly.
✽ NOTICE
To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn symbol on your steering wheel (see illustration). The horn will operate only when this area is pressed.
CAUTION
Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist. Do not press on the horn with a sharppointed object.
The steering wheel is your main interface with the Hyundai Elantra, designed for precision, feedback, and multifunctional control. Ergonomically shaped and often leather-wrapped, it ensures comfort during long drives. Integrated controls allow you to operate media, phone, and cruise control without losing focus on the road. Many models offer tilt and telescopic adjustments to match your ideal driving posture. Heated options further improve comfort during cold weather, encouraging full-hand grip and improved control. Power steering feedback is balanced for responsiveness at high speeds and ease during parking. Knowing how to reset or calibrate the steering wheel after alignment or service is valuable for long-term performance. In tight turns or emergency maneuvers, proper hand positioning becomes essential for fast response. The wheel may also house paddle shifters or drive mode toggles, further centralizing control. Together, these features make the Elantra’s steering system not just functional, but intuitively supportive.
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