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Parking Your Vehicle
. 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 the electronic parking brake switch is malfunctioning and the electronic parking brake cannot be released, refer to the instructions described in“ Automatic release function by accelerator pedal” FP350.
. After activating the electronic parking brake, you may hear a short sound several minutes after the electronic parking brake indicator light and the indicator light on the electronic parking brake switch illuminate 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 OFF. This is a normal operating sound under any of these conditions.
. The Auto Start Stop system is deactivated while the electronic parking brake is applied.
. If you operate the electronic parking brake switch while the Auto Start Stop system is activated, the Auto Start Stop system will be deactivated. The electronic parking brake will activate after the engine is restarted. After the electronic parking brake indicator light is illuminated, release your foot from the brake pedal.
. When starting the engine or restarting the engine using the Auto Start Stop system, if you operate the electronic parking brake switch, the electronic parking brake indicator light may flash temporarily. However, this is not a malfunction if the light turns off after the electronic parking brake is deactivated.
! Automatic release function by accelerator pedal s07ap0301
The electronic parking brake system has an automatic release function. 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( other than the rear gate) is open.
. The driver’ s seatbelt is not fastened.
If the parking brake is automatically released, the electronic parking brake indicator light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch turn off.
NOTE
Even if you have applied the parking brake, the parking brake will be automatically released when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
! Auto Vehicle Hold function s07ap0305
The Auto Vehicle Hold function will automatically keep the vehicle stopped 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.