AUTOHOLD
AUTOHOLD
AUTOHOLD is a function to keep the vehicle stopped by applying the brakes even if you take your foot off the brake pedal while the vehicle is stopped. This function reduces the burden on the driver while the vehicle is stopped, such as at traffic lights.
Warning and Cautions for Using the AUTOHOLD
Do not rely completely on the AUTOHOLD function.
The AUTOHOLD function is only designed to assist the brake operation while the vehicle is stopped. Neglecting to operate the brakes and relying only on the AUTOHOLD system is dangerous and could result in an unexpected accident if the vehicle were to suddenly move. Operate the brakes appropriately in accordance with the road and surrounding conditions. Note that the vehicle may move suddenly depending on the vehicle’s load or if it is towing something.
Do not release your foot from the brake pedal while the vehicle is stopped on a steep grade.
Because there is a possibility of the vehicle not being held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Refrain from using the AUTOHOLD function on slippery roads such as icy or snow-covered roads, or unpaved roads.
Even if the vehicle is held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. Operate the accelerator pedal, brakes, or steering wheel appropriately as necessary.
Immediately depress the brake pedal in the following case.
Because the AUTOHOLD function is canceled forcibly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident.
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The message “Depress Brake Pedal. Brake Hold Disabled” is displayed on the instrument cluster and the warning sound is activated at the same time.
When parking and before leaving the vehicle, apply the parking brake.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. When parking and before leaving the vehicle, shift the selector lever to the P position and apply the parking brake.
If you stop operating the accelerator pedal before the vehicle starts moving, the brake may be released. Firmly depress the brake pedal or depress the accelerator pedal to start driving the vehicle.
How to Use the AUTOHOLD
Operating the AUTOHOLD
The AUTOHOLD becomes operational and the AUTOHOLD standby indicator light turns on.
Using the AUTOHOLD
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Stop the vehicle.
When all of the following conditions are met, the AUTOHOLD operates and the AUTOHOLD active indicator light
in the instrument cluster turns on.-
The engine is operating.
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The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
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The driver’s door is closed.
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The parking brake is released.
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Start driving the vehicle.
The brakes are released and the AUTOHOLD active indicator light
in the instrument cluster turns off.
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When about 10 minutes or longer have passed since the AUTOHOLD operated, the parking brake is applied automatically. When the parking brake is released, the AUTOHOLD operates again.
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When the vehicle power is switched OFF while the AUTOHOLD is operating, the parking brake is applied automatically.
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If the selector lever is shifted to the R position with the vehicle tilted rearward or on level ground, the AUTOHOLD is canceled. Operate the brakes if necessary.
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Under the following conditions, the parking brake is automatically applied and the AUTOHOLD is released. The AUTOHOLD is re-enabled when the conditions before the AUTOHOLD is released are restored.
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The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
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The driver’s door is opened.
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Canceling the AUTOHOLD Operation
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Depress the brake pedal with the AUTOHOLD operating.
The AUTOHOLD operation is canceled and the AUTOHOLD standby indicator light turns off.
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The AUTOHOLD can be turned off by pressing the AUTOHOLD switch while driving.
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When the vehicle power is switched OFF while the AUTOHOLD is operating, the parking brake is applied automatically and the AUTOHOLD is turned off.
