What is the Function of Hill Start Assist?

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Hill Start Assist allows the vehicle to maintain braking for a few seconds when starting on a slope without using the handbrake, even after the driver's right foot leaves the brake pedal. This enables the driver to easily switch their foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal, preventing the vehicle from rolling backward and avoiding accidents, while also reducing driver stress. Conditions for activating Hill Start Assist: The gear lever is in any position other than P (for automatic transmission models); the accelerator pedal is not pressed; the vehicle is stationary; the parking brake is not engaged. When these basic conditions are met and the driver presses the brake pedal further while the vehicle is stopped, Hill Start Assist is activated. How to use Hill Start Assist: With the vehicle's gear not in P (do not place it in P; any other gear is acceptable), press the brake pedal firmly until a "beep" sound is heard. At this point, the Hill Start Assist system becomes active (operating for two seconds), and the brake lights will illuminate as automatic braking is applied.