2012 Hyundai Elantra Owner's Manual - Page 99

Features of your vehicle Driver's door • If the key is in the ignition switch and front door is open, the doors will not lock even though the front portion (1) of central door lock switch is pressed. • If the smart key is in the vehicle and any door is open, the doors will not lock even though the front portion(1) of central door lock switch is pressed. WARNING - Unlocked vehicles Leaving your vehicle unlocked can invite theft or possible harm to you or others from someone hiding in your vehicle while you are gone. Always remove the ignition key, engage the parking brake, close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended. WARNING - Doors OMD040012A Passenger's door OMD040192N With central door lock switch (if equipped) Operate by depressing the central door lock switch. • When pushing down on the front portion (1) of the switch, all vehicle doors will lock. • When pushing down on the rear portion (2) of the switch, all vehicle doors will unlock. • The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehicle is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the door. Locked doors will also discourage potential intruders when the vehicle stops or slows. • Be careful when opening doors and watch for vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles or pedestrians approaching the vehicle in the path of the door. Opening a door when something is approaching can cause damage or injury. WARNING - Unattended children An enclosed vehicle can become extremely hot, causing death or severe injury to unattended children or animals who cannot escape the vehicle. Furthermore, children might operate features of the vehicle that could injure them, or they could encounter other harm, possibly from someone gaining entry to the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in your vehicle. 4 21