Hyundai Digital Key Guide
Your Car, Your Phone: Mastering Convenience With Hyundai Digital Key
Technology has become an integral part of our lives and even more so as we see advancements in the automotive industry. Hyundai takes it up a notch with the Hyundai Digital Key that delivers cutting-edge technology, ultimately enhancing your driving experience. Learning more about this unique feature can help you change your daily Fort Worth, Texas, drive. Read on as our Hiley Hyundai of Fort Worth team explains this innovative feature and how it can improve your vehicle’s safety and security. View our extensive inventory of new Hyundai vehicles or give us a call at 817-367-4000 to learn more today!
What Is Hyundai Digital Key?
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Hyundai Digital Key transforms your phone into a secure, virtual car key. You no longer have to frantically search for your car keys at 4 a.m. before work. But what vehicles are compatible with this innovative smart key? Here’s a quick list of some of the compatible models:
- 2020 Hyundai SONATA and beyond.
- 2022 Hyundai TUCSON and beyond.
- 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE Hybrid.
- 2023 KONA Electric.
Newer model years have the next generation of the Hyundai Digital Key that takes the existing smartphone integration up a notch. Some also have the Bluelink+ system that works like the digital key integration.
Benefits and Features of Keyless Access
Aside from no longer worrying about losing your car keys or frantic searches, there are numerous other benefits of having keyless access to your vehicle.
User Customization
Since your key is now digital, you can access unique features, including having multiple user profiles for your vehicle. Up to three drivers can personalize their experience without messing with controls every time they get behind the driver’s seat. The Hyundai Digital Key offers customization options for seat positions, climate control, mirror positions, audio preferences, and more.
Remote Control
You can also use your digital key to start your vehicle remotely, lock and unlock the doors. and adjust the temperature. You don’t have to wait for the vehicle to heat up or cool down; you can simply get in and relax.
Another unique remote-control function is the ability to send a shared key to family or friends. So if you’re on an extended vacation and your friend wants to borrow your vehicle, you can send them a digital shared key to give them access to your vehicle, then revoke it once they’re no longer using it, allowing you to safely and securely share your ride.
Setting Up Hyundai Digital Key: A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up your Hyundai Digital Key is a breeze. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up your key and pair it with your vehicle:
- Create a MyHyundai account and enroll in the Hyundai Digital Key service.
- Download the Hyundai Digital Key app and log in.
- Start your vehicle.
- Open your Hyundai Digital Key app.
- Press the + button and place your phone on the wireless charger.
- If your vehicle has a navigation system, go to Setup, navigate to the digital key menu, select the smartphone key, and press Save.
- If you don’t have a navigation system, use the cluster base menu to go to your digital key option, navigate to the smartphone key, and press Save.
Troubleshooting Tips
A quick troubleshooting guide is helpful if you encounter problems during the setup process. Here are some things to double-check when setting up your digital key:
- You have an Android phone with Android 7.2 or later, Bluetooth 4.2 or later, and near field communication (NFC).
- You’ve unlocked your phone while pairing or using your digital key.
- You saved your digital key during setup.
How To Use Your Digital Key
Now that you have your key set up, you may wonder how to lock and unlock your vehicle. If you don’t want to go into the app to accomplish this, there’s an easier way to get into your car. The first step in using your digital key is unlocking your phone and then holding the back of it to the door handle. Like hands-free key fob access, this unlocks and locks your vehicle after a second.
To start your vehicle, place your unlocked phone facing up in the wireless charging pad, and you’re on your way. You can use your vehicle while simultaneously charging your smartphone device.
Security and Safety Features: Encryption and Security
You may wonder how the app keeps your digital key safe and secure. The app has a robust encryption system that keeps your digital key behind locked doors so no one can access it without authorization. Even if you’re near your vehicle, the built-in NFC prevents others from accessing your car. There’s also a protocol if you accidentally lose your phone while you’re out and about.
Lost Phone Protocols
To continue using your vehicle, ensure you always have your NFC card key with you. You can immediately disable your digital key from the navigation screen with your NFC card key. If you have your proximity key fob, it can also disable your Hyundai Digital Key. You can deactivate the service from the steering wheel cluster menu with your key fob.
Once you access the account management session in either of the menus, you can terminate services using your MyHyundai login credentials. Once you replace your phone or device, you can re-enroll in the digital key services and pair your new device.
Are You Ready To Take Advantage of the Hyundai Digital Key?
If you’re ready to take your tech game up a notch, explore our extensive Hyundai inventory for vehicles with the Hyundai Digital Key. You’ll surely find an option from our sedans or SUVs with digital key compatibility. If you have any questions about this feature or any Hyundai vehicles, contact us at Hiley Hyundai of Fort Worth today. We look forward to helping you find the Hyundai that works for you.