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DRIVING
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop
your vehicle from moving.
Brake Assist System
During hard or emergency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake
pedal may move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hold the
brake pedal fi rmly down.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to
prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. The brake pedal
may pulsate slightly during ABS operation; this is normal. Do not pump the brake
pedal, and continue to hold it fi rmly down.
NOTICE
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.
Parking Brake
Keep the vehicle from moving when it is parked.
To apply: Press the parking brake with your
foot.
To release: Press the brake pedal, then press
the parking brake until it releases.
NOTICE
Release the parking brake fully before driving. The rear brakes and axle can be
damaged if you drive with the parking brake applied.
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Foot brake
Parking brake
Vehicle Stability Assist ( VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
( ESC) System
Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by
regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on every time you turn on the vehicle, even if you previously turned
it off. If you turn VSA off, your vehicle has normal braking and cornering ability,
but not VSA traction and stability enhancement.
Press and hold the VSA OFF button until you
hear a beep to turn VSA on or off. The VSA OFF
indicator appears when the system is off.
Traction control stops functioning, which may
make it easier when trying to free your vehicle
if it is stuck in mud or snow.
DRIVING
VSA OFF indicator
VSA OFF
button
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