Hill Descent Control
Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep slopes in various surface conditions.
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.
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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. A light illuminates and a tone sounds
when the system is active.
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.
Illuminates when you switch hill descent control on.
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For Hill Descent Reduce Speed XX MPH/km/h or Less |
Your vehicle speed requirement for off-road mode entry has not been met. |
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For Hill Descent Select Gear |
You need to select a transmission gear for hill descent mode. |
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Hill Descent Driver Resume Control |
Hill descent control mode is deactivated and you must resume control. |
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Hill Descent Control Fault |
A hill descent system fault is present. |
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Hill Descent Control Off System Cooling |
The hill descent system is cooling due to overuse. |
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Hill Descent Control not avail- able with Cruise Control Active |
The hill descent system cannot activate while Cruise Control is actively controlling speed. |
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