HDC Hill Descent Control
The concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically controls vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients. Without applying the brakes, the vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed.
Hill Descent Control can be activated at speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When driving downhill, the vehicle reduces its speed to approx.
walking speed and then keeps its speed constant.
As long as there is active braking, the system is on standby. The system does not brake the vehicle during this time.
Use HDC in low gears or in transmission position D or R only.
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General information
Switch position: 0,
If the driver door is opened with the ignition
switched off, the exterior lighting is automatically
switched off at these switch settings: ...
Capturing the image
Two cameras integrated in the bumpers capture
the image.
The cameras capture a maximum range of
330 ft/100 m.
Display
The images from both cameras are shown simultaneously
on the Control Disp ...
Determining the load limit
1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle’s
placard:
► The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the vehicle
and uns ...