2022 Hyundai Tucson Climate Control Features
CLIMATE CONTROL ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Auto Defogging System on Models with Automatic Temperature Control
Auto defogging helps reduce the possibility of fogging up the inside of the windshield by automatically sensing the moisture inside the windshield. The auto defogging system operates when the heater or air conditioning is on.
Information
The auto defogging system may not operate normally when the outside temperature is below 14°F (10°C).
When the Auto Defogging System operates, the indicator will illuminate. If a high amount of humidity is detected in the vehicle, the Auto Defogging System will be enabled. The following steps will be performed automatically:
- Step 1) Air conditioning will turn ON.
- Step 2) Air intake control will change to Fresh mode.
- Step 3) Mode will change to defrost to direct airflow to the windshield.
- Step 4) Fan speed will be set to MAX. If the air conditioning is off or recirculation mode is manually selected while Auto Defogging System is ON, the Auto Defogging System indicator will blink 3 times to signal that the manual operation has been canceled.
Turning the Auto Defogging System ON or OFF
Climate control system
- Press the front windshield defroster button for 3 seconds when the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position. When the Auto Defogging System is turned off, the ADS OFF symbol will blink 3 times and
- ADS OFF will be displayed on the climate control information screen.
- When the Auto Defogging System is turned on, the ADS OFF symbol will blink 6 times without a signal.
Infotainment system
- Auto Defogging System can be turned on and off by selecting ‘Setup →
- Vehicle Settings → Climate → Defog/Defrost Options → Auto Defog’ from the infotainment system screen.
- For detailed information, refer to the separately supplied infotainment system manual.
Information
- When the air conditioning is turned on by Auto Defogging System, if you try to turn off the air conditioning, the indicator will blink 3 times and the air conditioning will not be turned off.
- To maintain the effectiveness and efficiency of the Auto Defogging System, do not select Recirculation mode while the system is operating.
- When Auto Defogging System is operating, fan speed adjustment, temperature adjustment, and air intake control selection are all disabled.
NOTICE
- Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the windshield glass.
- Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.
Auto dehumidify (if equipped)
- To increase cabin air quality and reduce windshield misting, recirculation mode switches off automatically after about 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the outside temperature, and the air intake will change to fresh mode.
Turning Auto Dehumidify ON or OFF
Climate control system
To turn the Auto Dehumidify feature on or off, select Face level 
mode and while holding down the A/C icon, press the air intake control 
button at least five times within three seconds. When Auto Dehumidify is turned on, the air intake control button indicator will blink 6 times. When turned off, the indicator will blink 3 times.
Infotainment system
- Auto Dehumidify can be turned on and off by selecting ‘Setup → Vehicle Settings Climate → Automatic Ventilation → Auto Dehumidify’ from the infotainment system screen.
- For detailed information, refer to the separately supplied infotainment system manual.
Recirculating air when washer fluid is used
- Recirculation mode automatically activates to reduce any objectionable scent of the washer fluid from entering the cabin when the windshield washer is used.
- When it is shifted to the recirculation mode, the unpleasant scent may flow into the vehicle.
- However, in cold weather to prevent the windshield from fogging up, the recirculation mode may not be selected.
- Turning Activate upon Washer Fluid Use ON or OFF
Climate control system
- To turn the Activate upon Washer Fluid Use feature on or off, select Floor level
mode, and then press the air intake control 
button four times within two seconds while pressing the A/C icon. - When Activate upon Washer Fluid Use ON is turned on, the air intake control button indicator will blink 6 times. When turned off, the indicator will blink 3 times.
Infotainment system
- Activate upon Washer Fluid Use can be turned on and off by selecting ‘Setup → Vehicle Settings → Climate → Recirculate Air → Activate upon Washer Fluid Use (or Interlocking washer fluid)’ from the infotainment system screen.
- For detailed information, refer to the separately supplied infotainment system manual.
Sunroof inside air recirculation (if equipped)
- When the sunroof is opened, the fresh mode will be automatically selected. At this time, if you press the air intake control button, recirculation mode will be selected but will change back to fresh mode after 3 minutes. When the sunroof is closed, the air intake position will return to the original position that was selected.
Automatic Controls for the Driver Based on Climate Control System Settings
- The temperature of the driver’s seat warmer, the air-ventilated seat, and the heated steering wheel is automatically controlled depending on the inside and outside temperature of the vehicle when the engine is running.
- To use these features, it must be enabled from the Settings menu in the infotainment system screen. Select:
- Setup → Vehicle Settings → Seat →Heated/Ventilated Features → Heated/Ventilated Features → Auto. Controls That Use Climate Control Settings
- For more details on Auto Comfort Control, refer to the “Seat Warmers” and “Air ventilation seats” section in chapter 3 and the “Heated Steering Wheel” section in chapter 5.
Scheduled Ventilation Control
- The Scheduled Ventilation Control releases hot air in the vehicle to lower cabin temperature before getting in the vehicle.
- Depending on the outside ambient temperature, the blower is operated for 5 to 15 minutes while the vehicle is parked.
Turning Schedule Ventilation Control On or Off
The Schedule Ventilation Control can be turned on and off by selecting ‘Setup → Vehicle Settings → Automatic Ventilation Scheduled Ventilation Control’ from the infotainment system screen. Also, the starting time can be set within 24 hours. Schedule Ventilation Control operates only once when the feature is set.