2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Owner's Manual - Page 253

Driving your vehicle In these cases, the brake warning light comes on, the AUTO HOLD indicator changes from green to white, and warning sounds and a message will appear to inform you that EPB has been automatically engaged. Before driving again, press the foot brake pedal, check the surrounding area near your vehicle and release the parking brake manually with the EPB switch. • When AUTO HOLD is ON and the vehicle comes to a stop on a steep slope (about 25% gradient or more), the EPB will be automatically engaged. In this case, when you release EPB manually by pulling the EPB switch with the foot brake pedal pressed, AUTO HOLD will hold the vehicle for 3 seconds in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling back during the launch. • If the AUTO HOLD malfunction indicator lights up yellow on the LCD screen, the AUTO HOLD is not working properly. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked. E070300AEN-EE WARNING • Press the accelerator pedal slowly when you start the vehicle. • For your safety, cancel the AUTO HOLD when you drive downhill or back up the vehicle or park the vehicle. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) WARNING ABS (or ESC) will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even though vehicle control is improved during emergency braking, always maintain a safe distance between you and objects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always be reduced during extreme road conditions. The braking distance for cars equipped with an anti-lock braking system (or Electronic Stability Control system) may be longer than for those without it in the following road conditions. During these conditions the vehicle should be driven at reduced speeds: • Rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. • With tire chains installed. (Continued) CAUTION If there is a malfunction with the driver's door, hood or trunk open detection system, the AUTO HOLD may not work properly. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked. 5 26