Beat the Chill (or Heat): Mastering the Art of Remote Starting Your Hyundai Tucson
Let's face it, getting into a car that's the temperature of a sauna in summer or a meat locker in winter is no one's idea of fun. But fret no more, fellow Tucsonians (or is that Tucsonarions?), because Hyundai has bestowed upon us the magical gift of remote start!
Now, before you go all Jedi Knight and try to use the Force to turn on your car with your mind (it won't work, trust me, I tried), let's break down this remote starting business like a pro.
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Channel Your Inner Superhero: Remote Start with the Key Fob
Imagine this: you're cozied up inside, binge-watching the latest superhero flick, when a shiver runs down your spine. But instead of needing a super suit to warm up your ride, you can use your key fob! Here's how:
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- Mission Objective: Be within striking distance of your Tucson (translation: close enough for the key fob to reach the car).
- Step 1: Lock and Load: Press the lock button on your key fob.
- Step 2: Unleash the Power: Press and hold the remote start button (it's usually the one with a little car icon) for a few seconds. Hold on tight, because...
- Kaboom! Your Tucson will roar to life (well, maybe not roar, but it will definitely start), and the hazard lights will flash to let the world know you're a remote start master.
Bonus points: If your Tucson has climate control, it will automatically adjust to a comfortable temperature (phew!).
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App-tastic Approach: Remote Start with MyHyundai App
For those who prefer to operate from a central command center (aka your couch), there's the MyHyundai app. But there's a catch (isn't there always?): you'll need an active Blue Link subscription (think of it as your remote start superpower).
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- Download the App: Unless you've been living under a rock (or in a non-remote-start equipped Tucson), you probably already have this.
- Open Sesame: Log in to your MyHyundai app with your super-secret login details.
- Remote Reign: Find the "Remote Start" option and tap that bad boy. You can even adjust the climate control settings to pre-heat or cool your car just the way you like it.
Warning: Unlike the key fob method, the app requires your Tucson to have been started within the last four days using the traditional ignition method.
Remote Start FAQs
- How long will my Tucson run with remote start? It will automatically shut off after 10 minutes, but you can always turn it off early by pressing the remote start button again (on the key fob) or ending the remote start session in the app.
- Can I remote start my Tucson if I left a window open? Nope. For safety reasons, remote start won't work if any doors, windows, or the trunk/liftgate are open.
- What if I forget to put my Tucson in park before remote starting? Safety first! Remote start won't work if your car isn't in park.
- How can I tell if my Tucson even has remote start? Check your owner's manual or consult your friendly neighborhood Hyundai dealership.
- My remote start isn't working! Help! Don't panic! Double-check that you're following the steps correctly, and make sure all the doors, windows, and the trunk/liftgate are closed and locked. If you're still having trouble, consult your owner's manual or visit your Hyundai dealership.
So there you have it, folks! With these handy tips, you'll be a remote start pro in no time. Now go forth and conquer those temperature extremes from the comfort of your home (or wherever you happen to be with your smartphone). Remember, with great remote start power comes great responsibility...use it wisely!
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