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Starting and operating/X–mode
. Hill descent control function:
Using the hill descent control function, you
can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed
driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is
likely to increase, the brake control system
will be activated to adjust the vehicle
speed.
. Driving ability control:
This mode increases the hill-climbing
ability and driving ability as well as
enabling smooth application of torque for
easier control of the steering wheel.
& To activate/deactivate the Xmode
(40 km/h) or more while the X-mode is
activated, a buzzer will sound once and
the X-mode will be deactivated.
NOTE
X-mode indicator light
To activate:
Press the X-mode switch. While the Xmode is activated, the X-mode indicator
light illuminates.
To deactivate:
Press the X-mode switch again. The Xmode indicator light will turn off when the
X-mode is deactivated.
NOTE
X-mode switch
. Even if you try to activate the Xmode by pressing the X-mode switch
when the vehicle speed is 12 mph (20
km/h) or more, the X-mode will not be
activated. At this time, a buzzer will
sound twice.
. If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph
For models with SI-DRIVE:
. The SI-DRIVE mode will change to
the Intelligent (I) mode when the Xmode is deactivated.
. The SI-DRIVE mode cannot be changed while the X-mode is activated. At
this time, a buzzer will sound twice.
. While the engine is running, if the
CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator light illuminates, the Xmode is