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15 Nero 603.46.431 Supplemento Fiat Idea
HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(where provided)
It is an integral part of the ESP system and facilitates
starting on an uphill slope.
It is automatically activated in the following conditions:
Uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with gradient
above 2%, engine running, clutch and brake pedals
pressed and gearbox in neutral position or gear
engaged (reverse excluded).
Downhill: stationary on a road with gradient above 2%,
engine running, clutch and brake pedals pressed and
reverse engaged.
During pickup the ESP system control unit maintains
the wheel braking pressure until the engine torque
required for start up is reached, or anyway for a
maximum of 2 seconds, so that the right foot can be
moved easily from the brake pedal to the accelerator
pedal.After 2 seconds and without starting the car, the
system automatically deactivates gradually releasing the
braking pressure. During this phase it is possible to
hear the typical brake mechanical disengaging noise
which indicates the car is about to move off.
FAILURE WARNINGS
In the event of failure, the instrument cluster warning
light *will come on together with the message on
the reconfigurable multifunction display.
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking
brake therefore, never leave the car without engaging
the parking brake, the first gear and turning the engine
off.
WARNINGFor correct operation of the ESP system, the tyres must absolutely be of the same
brand and type on all wheels, in perfect conditions and, above all, of the type,
brand and size specified.
WARNINGDuring the use of the spare wheel, the ESP system carries on working. However,
you must remind that the spare wheel presents dimensions smaller than the
standard tyre and therefore the grip is reduced as to the other car tyres.
