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Driving Your Vehicle

Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

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The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from rolling backward when starting off on a slope. The system automatically applies the brakes for approximately 2 seconds and releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is pressed or after 2 seconds.

WARNING

Always be ready to press the accelerator pedal when starting on a slope. HAC is active for approximately 2 seconds.

NOTICE

  • HAC does not operate when the shift lever is in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
  • HAC operates even when ESC is turned off, but does not operate if ESC is malfunctioning.

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