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159 154 F0S1078 The distances from the vehicle ahead are proportional to speed. The interval of time with respect to the vehicle ahead remains constant and varies from 1 second (for the short distance 1-bar setting) to 2 seconds (for the maximum distance 4-bar setting). display by means of a dedicated icon (A) fig. 155 (or in the “Driver Assist” area). time the device is used. After the distance has been modified by the driver, the new distance will be stored also after the system is deactivated and reactivated. A 155 F0S1363 To decrease the distance Press and release the button to decrease the distance setting (B) fig. 152. bar (shorter) every time the button is pressed. reached, a further press of the button will set the longest distance. The set speed is held if there are no cars ahead. panel proceeds in the same lane, travelling at slower speed, an icon appears on the display (where provided). The device will automatically adjust the car speed to hold the distance setting regardless of the set speed. the vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed higher than the set speed; the vehicle ahead leaves the lane or the detection field of the Adaptive Cruise Control device sensor; the distance setting is changed; the Adaptive Cruise Control device is deactivated/cancelled. WARNING The maximum braking applied by the device is limited. The driver may apply the brakes in all cases if needed. WARNING If the system predicts that the braking level is insufficient to maintain the set distance, it signals the driver to pay attention when approaching the vehicle ahead by displaying an alert message on the display. An acoustic warning is also emitted. In this case, it is advisable to brake immediately as necessary to hold a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. WARNING The driver is responsible for ensuring that there are no pedestrians, other cars or objectives along the direction of the car. Failure to comply with these precautions may cause serious accidents and injuries. |