Hill Start Assist (Hsa); Start/Stop - Volvo XC 70 Owner's Manual

08 Starting and driving
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Related information
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Automatic gearbox -- Geartronic* (p. 273)
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Automatic gearbox -- Powershift* (p. 277)
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Depends on engine and gearbox combination. HSA not possible with some combinations.
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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Hill start assist (HSA)*

The foot brake can be released before setting
off or reversing uphill - the HSA (Hill Start
Assist) function means that the car does not
roll backwards.
The function means that the pedal pressure in
the brake system remains for several seconds
while the driver's foot is moved from brake
pedal to accelerator pedal.
The temporary braking effect releases after
several seconds or when the driver acceler-
ates.
Related information
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Starting the engine (p. 264)

Start/Stop*

Some engine and gearbox combinations
come fitted with a Start/Stop function which
engages in the event of e.g. stationary traffic
or waiting at traffic lights - the engine is then
switched off temporarily and restarts auto-
matically when the journey is due to continue.
Environmental care is one of Volvo Car Cor-
poration's core values and it influences all of
our operations. This target orientation has
resulted in several separate energy-saving
functions of which Start/Stop is one, all with
the collective task of reducing fuel consump-
tion, which in turn helps to reduce exhaust
emissions.
General information on Start/Stop
The engine is switched off - it becomes quieter
and cleaner.