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Hill Descent Control Light
This is usually informational. Address it at your convenience.
What the Hill Descent Control Light Means
On the your car, this symbol means hill descent control is engaged. It uses the brakes to manage speed downhill; it typically only works below a certain speed and turns off above it.
Common Causes
- Hill descent control switched on (normal)
- Speed above the working range
- Brake temperature too high
- System fault disabling it
How to Fix It
- Confirm you engaged hill descent control
- Keep speed within its operating range
- Let the brakes cool if it drops out on long descents
- Scan for chassis faults if it will not engage
- Repair the shared ABS/brake components if faulty