Hyundai Elantra: Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) Operation / Shift-lock system & release
Shift-lock system
For your safety, the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) has a shift-lock system which prevents shifting the transmission from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift the transmission from P (Park) into R (Reverse):
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine or place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Move the shift lever.
Shift-lock release
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position into R (Reverse) position with the brake pedal depressed, continue depressing the brake, and then do the following:
1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF position.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Carefully remove the cap (1) covering the shift-lock release access hole.
4. Insert a tool (e.g. flathead screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.
5. Move the shift lever.
6. Remove the tool from the shiftlock override access hole then install the cap.
If you need to use the shift-lock release, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.
Transmission ranges
The indicator in the instrument cluster displays the shift lever position when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park).
To ...
Parking
Always come to a complete stop and continue to depress the brake pedal. Move
the shift lever into the P (Park) position, apply the parking brake, and place the
ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF posi ...
Other information:
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Owners Manual: Brake/Clutch Fluid
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean the area
around the reservoir cap thoroughly to ...
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Owners Manual: Manual Transmission Operation
The manual transmission has 6 forward gears. The transmission is fully synchronized
in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gear is easily accomplished.
WARNING
Before leaving the driver's seat, always make sure the shift lever is in 1st
gear when the vehicle is park ...
