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Smart Regeneration System Activation

With 'AUTO' for the regenerative braking level displayed on the cluster, the regenerative braking level is controlled automatically when vehicle speed is above 10 km/h (6 mph) and one of the condition below is met.

  • The road gradient changes

  • Distance from the vehicle ahead reduces or increases

  • Speed of the vehicle ahead reduces or increases

WARNING

When vehicle speed is under 10 km/h (6 mph), the Smart Regeneration System is cancelled. The driver must adjust the vehicle speed by depressing the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road and driving condition ahead.

When the system is turned on from the User Settings mode, but the front radar doesn't recognize the vehicle in front, 'AUTO' is displayed in white.

If the front radar recognizes the vehicle in front, 'AUTO' is displayed in blue. The regenerative braking level is automatically controlled depending on the driving condition of the vehicle in front and the level is indicated with arrows.

However, current regenerative braking level is maintained if the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in activation. Also, the system is cancelled temporarily if the accelerator pedal is depressed.

WARNING

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 cannot completely stop the vehicle in all situations nor avoid all collisions. The brake control may be insufficient depending on the speed of the vehicle in front and when the vehicle in front suddenly stops, a vehicle cuts in 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 cancelled When:

  • Cancelled manually

    Pulling and holding the right side 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.

  • Cancelled automatically

    • The vehicle is shifted to N (Neutral), R (Reverse) or P (Park).

    • The Cruise Control System (including the SCC) is in activation.

    • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is operating.

WARNING

When the Smart Regeneration System is cancelled automatically, adjust the vehicle speed directly by depressing the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road and driving conditions ahead.