Mazda 6 Manual page 204

When Driving
Brake
WARNING
Do not rely completely on Hill Launch
Assist (HLA):
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is an
auxiliary device for accelerating from
a stop on a slope. The system only
operates for about two seconds and
therefore, relying only on the system,
when accelerating from a stop is
dangerous because the vehicle may
move (roll) unexpectedly and cause
an accident.
The vehicle could roll depending on
the vehicle's load or if it is towing
something. In addition, for vehicles
with a manual transaxle, the vehicle
could still roll depending on how the
clutch pedal or the accelerator pedal
is operated.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before starting to drive the
vehicle.
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NOTE
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate
l
on a gentle slope. In addition, the gradient
of the slope on which the system will
operate changes depending on the vehicle's
load.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate
l
if the parking brake is applied, the vehicle
has not stopped completely, or the clutch
pedal is released.
While Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is
l
operating, the brake pedal may feel stiff
and vibrate, however, this does not indicate
a malfunction.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate
l
while the TCS/DSC indicator light is
illuminated.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-22.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not turn off
l
even if the DSC OFF switch is pressed to
turn off the TCS/DSC.