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Launch Control operation and release

Prerequisite for activation

The Launch Control gets ready to be activated, when the following prerequisites are satisfied.

  • All doors, bonnet, and boot are closed.

  • The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

  • If the engine temperature is overheated, cool down before using the launch control.

  • If the engine temperature is low, warm up the engine.

  • The vehicle is at a complete stop. Then align the steering wheel straight.

  • Release the parking brake by pressing the EPB switch, and if the AUTO HOLD function is working, please turn off the function by releasing the AUTO HOLD button.

  • The Launch Control system is intended for use at a closed race track and not intended for use on public roads. It will not compensate for driver’s who are inexperienced or lack familiarity with the race track.

  • The Launch performance may vary depending on fuel, environment, tyre and load conditions.

  • We recommend you use the function after breaking in your vehicle and constant use of Launch Control can put enormous stress on the vehicle resulting in premature wear of related components.

To ready Launch Control

  1. Set SPORT+ mode using the drive mode selection switch. (The SPORT+ mode selection appears on the instrument cluster)

  2. Turn off ESC by pressing the ESC OFF button for more than 3 seconds. (The ESC OFF indicator appears on the instrument cluster)

  3. Shift the gear to the D (Drive) position.

  4. Press the brake pedal firmly with your left foot, and press the accelerator pedal down fully with your right foot. Then, the launch control is ready for operation. The message “Launch Control Ready” appears on the instrument cluster.

  5. The initial engine rpm (revolutions per minute) setting for the Launch Control system is about 3,000 rpm. (You can adjust the rpm set value with the CRUISE +/- button.)

To activate Launch Control

  1. Press the accelerator to the maximum and start to drive by taking your foot off from the brake pedal within 10 seconds. The Launch Control will operate and a message “Launch Control Active” will appear.

  2. To deactivate (end) Launch Control, release the accelerator pedal.

  • If you press the brake pedal and accelerator pedal simultaneously and take your foot off the accelerator pedal, the Launch Control system will be released.

  • If you do not depart within 10 seconds whilst pressing the brake pedal and accelerator pedal, the Launch Control function will be cancelled.

  • The Launch Control is available again after cooling down by driving the vehicle.