Using hill start assist

Hill start assist is activated automatically when the vehicle is stopped on a slope greater than five degrees. Hill start assist operates with the vehicle facing downhill if reverse gear is selected.
WARNING: You must remain in the vehicle once you have activated hill start assist.
See also:
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a
chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.
Conditions of operation
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Hill start assist (HSA) system
The hill start assist system makes it easier to pull away when the vehicle
is on a slope without the need to use the parking brake. When hill start
assist is active, the vehicle will remain statio ...
