Kia Carens RP Quiz
Driving Your Vehicle

Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

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The vehicle tends to roll backward on a steep incline when starting to move after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) system prevents the vehicle from rolling back by automatically applying the brakes for approximately 1-2 seconds. The brakes are released when the accelerator pedal is depressed or after approximately 1-2 seconds.

WARNING

HAC is only active for approximately 1-2 seconds, so always depress the accelerator pedal when starting off.

✽ NOTICE

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

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