Hill Descent Control
What Is Hill Descent Control
 WARNING: Hill descent control cannot control descent in all surface conditions and circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep grades. Hill descent control is a driver assist system and cannot substitute for good judgment by the driver. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. WARNING: The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake. |
Note: The system does not function below 3 mph (5 km/h).
Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep slopes in various surface conditions.
The system can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill slopes between 3–20 mph (5–32 km/h). Above 20 mph (32 km/h), the system remains on but the descent speed cannot be set or maintained.
The system requires a cool down interval after a period of sustained use. The amount of time that the system can remain active before cooling varies with conditions. The system provides a warning in the message center and a tone sounds when the system is about to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as needed to maintain descent speed.
Switching Hill Descent Control On and Off
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Setting the Hill Descent Speed
| WARNING: The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake. WARNING: The system does not control speed in low traction conditions or extremely steep slopes. The system is designed to be an aid and does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury. |
To increase the descent speed, press the accelerator pedal until you reach the speed you prefer.
To decrease the descent speed, press the brake pedal until you reach the speed you prefer.
When you reach the speed you prefer, either by accelerating or decelerating, remove your feet from the pedals. The system maintains the chosen vehicle speed.
Hill Descent Control Indicator
 Illuminates when you switch hill descent control on. |
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