To release EPB, close the doors, the bonnet and the tailgate.
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  1. To release EPB, close the doors, the bonnet and the tailgate.

If the bonnet, trunk, doors are open, and you try to drive with EPB applied, a warning sounds and a message appears.
WARNING

To prevent serious injury or death from unintended vehicle movement:

  • Always come to a complete stop and continue to depress the brake pedal before parking, shift the gear into P (Park) and press the EV button to the OFF position. Take the key with you when leaving the vehicle.

  • Never allow anyone who is unfamiliar with the vehicle to touch the EPB switch.

  • Only release EPB when you are seated inside the vehicle with your foot firmly on the brake pedal.

NOTE

Driving with the parking brake on may overheat the braking system and cause premature wear or damage to brake parts.

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  • A clicking sound may be heard whilst operating or releasing the EPB. These conditions are normal and indicate that EPB is functioning properly.

  • When leaving your keys with a parking attendant or assistant, be sure to inform him/her how to operate the EPB.