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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 ” FP347 .
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
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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
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parking brake is deactivated .
! 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 ( other than the rear gate ) is open .
. The driver ’ s seatbelt is not fastened .
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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 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 .
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