How does Hill Start Assist work?

Hill Start Assist applies the brakes to hold your vehicle after you bring it to a stop on a slope. This makes it easier for you to pull away without using the parking brake.

When the system activates, your vehicle remains stationary for a few seconds after you release the brake pedal.This gives you time to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.The brakes release when you apply the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to move forward, or the vehicle is stationary beyond the Hill Start Assist hold time.
The system activates when your vehicle is in any forward gear and facing uphill, or when your vehicle is in reverse (R) and facing downhill.

Switching Hill Start Assist On and Off

Hill start assist is active when you switch the ignition on. You cannot switch the system on or off.

Hill Start Assist Precautions

WARNING:  

• The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake.
• You must remain in your vehicle when the system turns on. At all times you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system, and intervening if required. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
• The system turns off if there is a malfunction.

For specific information on your vehicle, refer to your Owners Manual.