Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

Downhill Brake Control (DBC)


OMQ4043029

The Downhill Brake Control (DBC) feature assists the driver to descend a steep hill without having to depress the brake pedal.

The system automatically applies the brakes to maintain the vehicle speed 2.5 mph (4 km/h) ~ 25 mph (40 km/h) and allows the driver to concentrate on steering the vehicle downhill.

Always turn off the DBC on flat roads. The DBC might activate inadvertently from the standby mode when driving through speed bumps or making sharp curves.

NOTE

The DBC defaults to the OFF position whenever the ENGINE START/STOP button is placed in the ON position.

Noise or vibration may occur from the brakes when the DBC is activated.

The rear stop light comes on when DBC is activated.

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- Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
  The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.
- Before driving
  Before getting into the vehicle, you should examine the vehicle and its surroundings.
- ENGINE START/STOP button
- Automatic transmission (Dial SBW)
  The automatic transmission has 6 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the balance between fuel economy and power demands.
- Paddle shifter
- Smart regeneration system
  The Smart Regeneration System controls the regenerative braking automatically according to the road gradient and driving condition of the vehicle in front.
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) system
  The AWD system delivers engine power to front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
- Brake system
  Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, parking brakes, and various braking systems for safe driving.
  - Power brakes
    Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal usage.
  - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
  - Brake Disc Cleaning (BDC)
    If there is surface rust on the brake disc or squeal can be heard, the use BDC function to reduce noise and rust. While using the BDC function, the regenerative brake system will be temporarily deactivated and energy consumption may increase.
  - Brake Disc Wiping (BDW)
  - AUTO HOLD
    The Auto Hold is designed to maintain the vehicle in a standstill even though the brake pedal is not pressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by pressing the brake pedal.
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    ABS prevents the wheels from locking so the vehicle remains stable and can still be steered.
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system
    ESC is designed to reduce the risk of spinning or plowing in certain conditions.
  - Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
    - DBC operation
  - Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
    A vehicle has the tendency to roll back on a steep hill when it starts to go after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from rolling back by applying the brakes automatically for about 2 seconds.
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  - Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) system
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- Vehicle Auto Shut-off system
- Drive mode integrated control system
- Green Zone Drive Mode
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  If driving conditions deteriorate due to poor weather or road conditions, you should pay even more attention to your driving than usual.
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  Severe weather conditions in the winter result in greater wear and other problems.
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