Smart regeneration system activation
When 'AUTO' for the regenerative braking level is displayed on the instrument cluster, the regenerative braking level is controlled automatically when vehicle speed is above 10 km/h (6 mph) and one of the conditions below is met:
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The road gradient changes
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The distance from the vehicle ahead reduces or increases.
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The speed of the vehicle ahead reduces or increases.
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The regenerative braking level can be adjusted based on the driver's deceleration style. (Strong/Medium/Gentle)
To adjust the level, select Setup → Vehicle → ECO Vehicle → Smart Regeneration System in the infotainment system.
The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the user's manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.
When vehicle speed is under 10 km/h (6 mph), the Smart Regeneration System is canceled. The driver can only adjust the vehicle speed by depressing the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road conditions ahead.
When the system is turned on from the Vehicle Settings menu, but the front radar doesn't recognize a vehicle ahead, 'AUTO' is displayed in white, and In this case, the vehicle decelerate as the regenerative braking level.
If the front radar recognizes a vehicle ahead, 'AUTO' is displayed in blue. The regenerative braking level is automatically controlled depending on the distance and speed of the vehicle ahead and the level is indicated with arrows.
However, the current regenerative braking level is maintained if the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in activation. Also, the system is canceled temporarily if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The Smart Regeneration System which automatically controls the regenerative braking level when coasting is only a supplemental system for the driver's convenience. Do not solely rely on this system to stop the vehicle. The system can neither completely stop the vehicle in all situations nor avoid all collisions. The brake control may be insufficient depending on the speed of a vehicle ahead when a vehicle ahead suddenly stops, a vehicle cuts in front suddenly or there is a steep slope. Always look ahead cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring.
Smart regeneration system will be temporarily canceled when:
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Cancelled manually.
Pulling and holding the right side of the paddle shifter for more than 1 second.
The Smart Regeneration System turns off temporarily and AUTO for the regenerative braking level disappears from the cluster.
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Cancelled automatically.
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The vehicle is shifted to N (Neutral), R (Reverse) or P (Park).
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Smart Cruise Control is active.
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The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is operating.
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When the Smart Regeneration System is cancelled automatically, adjust the vehicle speed by depressing the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road conditions ahead.