FORD 2012 Focus v.2 - Manual (Page 278)

3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle will
remain on the slope without rolling away for approximately two to three
seconds. This hold time will automatically be extended if you are in the
process of driving off.
4. Drive off in the normal manner. The brakes will be released
automatically.
Note: If the engine is revved excessively, HSA will be deactivated.
Deactivating hill start assist
To deactivate HSA, perform one of the following:
• Apply the parking brake.
• Drive off uphill without re-applying the brake.
• Wait for two to three seconds until the HSA system deactivates
automatically.
• If hill start assist is active in D (Drive), select R (Reverse).
• If hill start assist is active in R (Reverse), select N (Neutral).
Note: The HSA warning lamp (if
equipped) in the instrument cluster
momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned on. If a
malfunction is detected in the HSA system, HSA will be deactivated and
this warning lamp will appear on the instrument cluster.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
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