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Launch Control activation

To activate Launch Control:

  1. Select SPORT or SPORT+ mode using the drive mode selection knob (or button). SPORT or SPORT+ indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster display.

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

  3. Shift to the D (Drive) position.

  4. Depress the brake pedal firmly with your left foot, while depressing the accelerator pedal down fully with your right foot. Then, the engine RPM will reach an optimized level.

    The message "Launch Control Ready" will appear on the instrument cluster display.

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  5. Within 4 seconds, a smooth and quick release of the brake pedal, while maintaining full depression of the accelerator pedal will initiate launching of the vehicle.

  6. During vehicle launching, continue to depress the accelerator pedal to keep the Launch Control system active until desired duration.

    The message "Launch Control Active" will appear on the cluster display.

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

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Launch Control is available again after cooling down by driving the vehicle for at least 3 minutes.

  • 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.

  • Do not use Launch Control during break-in period of the vehicle.

Constant use of Launch Control can put enormous stress on the vehicle resulting in premature wear of related components.