What Is Hill Descent Control
Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep slopes in various surface conditions.
HOW DOES HILL DESCENT CONTROL WORK
Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill slopes between 2–20 mph (3–32 km/h). Above 20 mph (32 km/h), the system remains on but the descent speed cannot be set or maintained.
Note: The system does not function below 2 mph (3 km/h).
The system requires a cool down interval after a period of sustained use. Hill descent control 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.
Note: The amount of time that the system can remain active before cooling varies with conditions.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL PRECAUTIONS
 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. 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 and shift the transmission into park (P) for automatic transmission or first gear for manual transmission. |
SWITCHING HILL DESCENT CONTROL ON AND OFF
 Press the button on the instrument panel or the center console. A light illuminates and a tone sounds when the system is active. |
SETTING THE HILL DESCENT SPEED
To increase or decrease the descent speed, press the accelerator or brake pedal, or use the SET + and SET - buttons on the steering wheel. Once you reach the preferred speed remove your feet from the pedals.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL INDICATOR
 Illuminates when you switch hill descent control on. |
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