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2026 HYUNDAI SANTA FE PLUG-IN HYBRID

1.6L Turbo I4 PHEVAWDAUTOMATIChybridturbo
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Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid
Every control module on the 2022-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, left side near ECU or integrated with valve body
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ 6-speed automatic; adaptive learning reset required; may require transmission removal for integrated units
Motor Driven Power Steering Control Module (MDPS)2.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with steering column assembly under dashboard
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Steering angle sensor calibration required after replacement
Electronic Stability Control Module (ESC)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, left side near master cylinder
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Brake bleeding required after replacement; steering angle sensor calibration mandatory
On-Board Charger (OBC)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, right side near fender
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ 3.3 kW charger; high-voltage safety procedures required
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Control Module (HVAC)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard, integrated with climate control head unit
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Dual-zone automatic climate control; actuator calibration required
Electric Parking Brake Module (EPB)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with ESC module
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Service mode required for brake pad replacement; calibration needed after replacement
Telematics Control Unit (TCU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard or under rear cargo floor
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ Blue Link services; requires dealer activation and subscription
Engine Control Unit (ECU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, left side firewall near brake booster
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ VIN registration and immobilizer sync required; hybrid-specific calibration
Smart Trunk Control Module (STCM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside liftgate panel
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Power liftgate with hands-free operation; height calibration required
Adaptive Front Lighting System Module (AFLS)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with headlight assemblies
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ LED headlights with auto-leveling; calibration required after replacement
Parking Assist System Module (PAS)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rear bumper cover, center
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Front and rear ultrasonic sensors; calibration usually automatic
Body Control Module (BCM)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind lower left dashboard panel, above fuse box
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ VIN registration required; controls lighting, wipers, power windows, door locks
Passenger Door Module (PDM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside front passenger door panel
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Controls power windows, locks; window auto-up/down relearn required
Central Gateway Module (CGW)1.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind lower left dashboard panel near BCM
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication and security PIN
⚠️ Security gateway active 2022+; requires online PIN from Hyundai server for programming
Blind Spot Detection Module (BSD)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside rear bumper cover, left and right corners
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Two modules (left and right); calibration usually automatic after driving
Audio Video Navigation Head Unit (AVN)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard stack
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ 10.25-inch touchscreen; VIN sync recommended for full feature access
Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console tunnel under front seats
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Battery disconnect and 3-minute wait required; crash data retrieval available
Forward Camera Module (FCM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rearview mirror at top center of windshield
🔧 Hyundai GDS with calibration target
⚠️ Lane keeping and forward collision warning; static or dynamic calibration required after windshield replacement
Instrument Cluster (IPC)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard behind steering wheel
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ 12.3-inch digital cluster; mileage programming requires dealer authentication
Driver Seat Memory Module (DSMM)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver seat
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Power seat with memory; calibration required for position limits
Immobilizer Control Module (IMM)0.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with ECU or near ignition switch
🔧 Hyundai GDS with online authentication
⚠️ May be integrated with ECU; key sync required
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
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