Hyundai Elantra: Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) / Function malfunction and
limitations
Function malfunction
When Blind-Spot Safety system is not
working properly, the ‘Check Blind-Spot
Safety system(s)’ warning message will
appear on the cluster, and the system
will turn off automatically, or the system
will be limited. We recommend that the
system be inspected by an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
When the outside rearview mirror
warning light is not working properly, the
‘Check side view mirror warning light’
warning message will appear on the
cluster. We recommend that the system
be inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI
dealer.
Function warning
Vehicle detection
To warn the driver a vehicle is
detected, the warning light on the
outside rearview mirror will illuminate.
The system will operate when your
vehicle speed is above 12 mph (20
km/h) and the speed of the vehicle in
the blind spot area is above 7 mph (10
km/h)...
When the rear bumper around the rear
corner radar or sensor is covered with
foreign material, such as snow or rain,
or installing a trailer or carrier, it can
reduce the detecting performance and
temporarily limit or disable Blind-Spot
Safety system...
Other information:
WARNING
Do not use the interior lights when
driving in the dark. The interior lights
may obscure your view and cause an
accident.
NOTICE
Do not use the interior lights for
extended periods when the vehicle is
turned off or the battery will discharge...
Repair procedures
Disassembly
•
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.•
To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
•
Mark all wiring connector and hoses to avoid misconnection...