Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
A vehicle has the tendency to roll back on a steep hill when it starts after stopping. The HAC prevents the vehicle from rolling back by applying the brakes automatically for approximately 2 seconds.
The brakes are released when the accelerator pedal is depressed or after about 2 seconds.
Since HAC is activated for only 2seconds, depress tbe accelerator pedal when ready to start driving.
Maintaining Brake Pressure on Incline
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while stopped on an incline. While stopped, make sure you maintain brake pressure sufficient to prevent your vehicle from rolling backward and causing an accident. Don't release the brake pedal until you are ready to accelerate forward.