Full Guide On How to use Hyundai Bluelink Remote Start

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Hyundai Blue Link app interface showing options for remote start and climate control settings

The function of the Hyundai Bluelink app allows users to remotely start their vehicle from almost any place, providing convenience and control at their fingertips. This feature will help ensure that the Hyundai is warmed or cooled to your chosen temperature before you get inside. This article will walk you through how to use the Bluelink remote start, troubleshoot common issues, and explore alternative methods if the app isn’t working.

Hyundai Remote Start Features 

The Hyundai Remote Start System has the following five primary advantages when used:

  • The climate controls will automatically activate, bringing your car to a pleasant temperature. 
  • Remote start enables you to get underway faster in a hurry. 
  • In the case that you forget to turn it off, the system will automatically shut off after ten minutes to avoid accidents. 
  • You may use your smartphone to access the Hyundai Remote Start System. 
  • The window defrosters and heated seats may be turned on using the remote start system. 
  • Complimentary Bluelink connected car service of 3 years by Hyundai

 

How to use the Hyundai bluelink remote start feature in a Hyundai.

 

With this capability, you may start your car remotely and program it to run for one to ten minutes from almost anywhere. To guarantee that your car is warm or cold when you arrive, you may also adjust the temperature of the climate control system and activate the front-window defroster.

Blue Link app interface with the Remote Start option highlighted, showing the steps to activate the remote start feature.
The available remote commands that is offered by Hyundai’s Blue Link App
  1. Active Bluelink subscription that includes the remote package. 
  2. Open the app, select the remote control features, and touch Remote Start.
Screen interface of the Blue Link app showing options to set the engine duration and adjust temperature control settings including other features that pre-condition the car.
Temperature and engine duration control via application

      3. Set the engine duration and temperature control settings

Recommended engine run duration is 10 minutes for Hyundai vehicles.
Remote start toggle options that are available from within the Remote start preset settings

4. The engine start command will be sent to your vehicle.

5. When winter you can defrost the vehicle, by clicking the front defroster and seat temperature

Requirements for How To Use Hyundai Bluelink Remote Start

For remote start to work, the vehicle must have been started using the ignition within the last four days, and both the mobile device and vehicle need cellular reception. Do not use remote start if the vehicle is in an enclosed garage or other small enclosed area.

Benefits of Using Blue Link Remote Start 

The Blue Link remote start feature offers several benefits, including the convenience of starting your vehicle from a distance, pre-conditioning the interior temperature, and ensuring your car is ready to go when you are. This feature is particularly useful in extreme weather conditions, allowing you to heat or cool your vehicle before entering.

Hyundai Vehicles with Bluelink Support

The Hyundai Blue Link app is compatible with several cars, beginning with the 2015 model year. The Accent, Elantra, Kona, Santa Fe, Sonata, and Tucson are important models. To make sure you can utilize all of the capabilities of the Blue Link app, always make sure your car is compatible.

How To Use Hyundai Bluelink Remote Start -Troubleshooting Common Issues

There may occasionally be problems with the Hyundai Bluelink app. To fix these issues and restore the app’s seamless operation, follow these easy troubleshooting actions. The app can be updated, the app cache can be cleared, or the app may be reinstalled.

 Ensure the App is Updated

The Blue Link app is available on both Android and iOS mobile device platforms. Keeping it updated allows access to latest services or an improvement to an area of your Hyundai,
Updating of the Bluelink application is done respectively on the device distinct platform.
  1. Open the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android) on your device..
  2. Tap on the search icon in the bottom right corner.
Latest improvements to the Blue Link application will be received as per an update
Ensure that the application is “MyHyundai with Bluelink ” to update

     3. Search for the “MyHyundai with Bluelink” app.

     4. If an update button appears next to the app name, tap on it to update the app to the latest version.

Clear App Cache

A smartphone screen showing the device settings menu, with the "General" option highlighted for iOS and "Apps" or "Application Manager" highlighted for Android.
Navigate to your device settings, then scroll down and tap on “General” for iOS or “Apps” / “Application Manager” for Android.
  1. Go to your device settings.
  2. Scroll down and tap on “General” (iOS) or “Apps” / “Application Manager” (Android).
A smartphone screen displaying the "iPhone Storage" option highlighted for iOS and "Storage" option highlighted for Android.
Tap on “iPhone Storage” for iOS or “Storage” for Android in your device settings.

3. Tap on “iPhone Storage” (iOS) or “Storage” (Android).

A smartphone screen displaying the list of installed apps with "MyHyundai with Bluelink" highlighted for selection.
The Blue Link app should appear among the list of available applications if installed correctly.

4. Search for the “MyHyundai with Bluelink” app and tap on it.

Offloading could potentially help with managing the device storage of that particular app whilst maintaining important data
Offloading the application helps retain important information but keep its data.

5. Tap on “Offload App” and confirm the action (iOS) or “Clear Cache” (Android).

An iPhone screen displaying the "Reinstall App" button for the "MyHyundai with Bluelink" app.
Reinstall the application through to gain access back to the Blue Link app.

6. After processing, tap on the “Reinstall App” button (iOS).

 Reinstall the App

Removing the Blue Link might remove any corrupted data that could've prohibited certain usage.
Uninstalling the Blue Link application should be a last ditch effort in troubleshooting
  1. If the issue persists, completely uninstall the app.
Some update can also be unavailable to the application store hence reinstalling might download with the latest update.
Find the Blue Link application again on the device respective platform.

     2. Go to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android) and search for the “MyHyundai with Blue Link” app.

Some form of interaction between apps might cause the Blue Link app to not function properly thus reinstalling helps alleviate the error.
After uninstalling, reinstall to see if the conflict is resolved.

    3. Tap on the “Get” button (iOS) or “Install” button (Android) to reinstall the app.

Alternative Methods When Bluelink App is Unavailable

There are other ways to remotely start and stop your Hyundai car if you run into problems using the Blue Link app. In case Blue Link isn’t functioning, follow these instructions to operate your car remotely using the smart key. 

Starting the Vehicle with the Smart Key

Lock the car first before proceeding with other steps.
The smart key fob of the Hyundai must be within working range of the vehicle
  1. Ensure you’re within approximately 32 feet of the vehicle.
  2. Lock the car.
Doing so will start the vehicle.
Press and hold the lower bottom of the Hyundai Key fob

3. Press and hold the remote start button on the smart key.

This is indication that the remote start command is being sent
The Hyundai key fob small light slit will light up

4. Wait for the red light atop the remote to blink.

Hazard lights blinking indicates that it has successfully received the output on the smart key fob remote.
The hazards lights blink once successfully receiving command from the smart key fob remote.

5. The hazard warning lights will blink, and the vehicle will start.

Manual climate control will maintain current settings, while automatic climate control will default to 72°F after remote start.
The climate control indicator for the Hyundai vehicle located at the centre console dashboard

6. Vehicles with manual climate control will operate at current settings.

7. Vehicles with automatic climate control will operate at 72°F.

Turning Off the Vehicle Remotely with the Smart Key

Remote start button pressed once; the vehicle will automatically turn off 10 minutes after remote start activation.
You can use the key fob remote to shut off the vehicle engine as well.
  1. Press the remote start button once.
  2. Ten minutes after remotely starting it, the vehicle will shut off automatically.

Conclusion

The Hyundai Blue Link app is designed to enrich your driving experience by facilitating convenience features such as remote vehicle start or adjustments like climate control from anywhere. Even in case of issues, troubleshooting through the app or other means, such as the smart key, will never leave you stranded. Connect with Blue Link to drive hassle-free.

 

 


By Izz Dan Im an Electrical Engineer who loves the automotive industry. Decided to share what I know based on my passion for the love of EV.

Izz Dan Im an Electrical Engineer who loves the automotive industry. Decided to share what I know based on my passion for the love of EV.

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