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Parking your vehicle
brake .
. If you stop operating the electronic parking brake switch midway or operate extremely slowly , the system may detect an error and turn on the brake system warning light . However , this does not indicate a malfunction if the brake system warning light turns off after operating the switch .
. When the electronic parking brake has not been used for a long period of time , the electronic parking brake may operate automatically after the ignition switch is turned to the “ LOCK ”/“ OFF ” position . This occurs due to checking the proper operation of the electronic parking brake and does not indicate a malfunction .
. If you cannot release the electronic parking brake due to the switch malfunction , refer to the instructions described in “ Automatic release function by accelerator pedal ” FP376 .
After activating the electronic parking brake , you may hear a short sound several minutes after the electronic parking brake indicator light illuminates as the system confirms proper engagement . This sound is different from the apply and release sound .
This can occur : – If the brakes are extremely hot . – If the car is parked on a steep incline .
– If the electronic parking brake is applied after the ignition switch is turned to the “ OFF ” position .
This is a normal operating sound under any of these conditions .
! Automatic release function by accelerator pedal
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The parking brake will be automatically released by depressing the accelerator pedal . However , the automatic release function does not operate under the following conditions .
. Any door is open . . The driver ’ s seatbelt is not fastened .
. The select lever is in the “ P ” or “ N ” position .
If the parking brake is automatically released , the electronic parking brake indicator light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch turn off .
! Auto Vehicle Hold function
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The Auto Vehicle Hold function will automatically keep the vehicle held even after releasing the brake pedal when the vehicle is at a complete stop , such as at traffic signals .
WARNING
. Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold function on a steep hill or slippery road . The vehicle may move even when using the Auto Vehicle Hold function , causing serious injury or accidents .
. Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold function to park the vehicle . The vehicle may move unexpectedly , causing serious injury or accidents . Make sure to shift the select lever to the “ P ” position and apply the electronic parking brake in the following cases .
– When you are going to park your vehicle
– When passengers are getting in or out of the vehicle
– When you are loading or unloading
. When using the Auto Vehicle Hold function , do not release the brake pedal before the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light illuminates . The vehicle may move unexpectedly , causing serious