Seat Arona (2022 year). Manual in english

Driving

ACC operation

Fig. 149

On the multifunction steering wheel:

buttons to operate the ACC

Connecting

●

Press the



button on the multifunction

steering wheel.

The ACC does not regulate anything yet
(standby).

Start regulation

●

To start regulation, press the button



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Fig. 149

The ACC sets the current speed, or the clos-
est speed within the valid range (30-210
km/h), as the cruise speed.

With manual transmission, the gear lever
must be in any gear except first and reverse,
and the speed must be higher than approxi-
mately 30 km/h (18 mph). On vehicles with

automatic transmission, the gear lever must
be in the

position.

Depending on the driving situation, the fol-
lowing indicator lamps come on:



It lights up green

The ACC is active

Only on analogue instrument clusters.



It lights up green

ACC connected, no vehicle detected in front.

It lights up white on the analogue instrument clus-

ter.



It lights up green

ACC connected, vehicle detected in front.

It lights up white on the analogue instrument clus-

ter.

When the ACC is in standby, the indicator
lamps light up grey.

Setting speed

To program the speed, press the





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Fig. 149

buttons to the desired speed. The

speed is adjusted at intervals of 10 km/h (5
mph).

When the ACC is active, the button



can be

pressed to increase the desired speed by 1

km/h (1 mph). You can then press



to de-

crease it by 1 km/h (1 mph).

Setting your distance level

The distance can be set to one of five levels,
from very short to very long:

●

Press the button



and then the button





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Fig. 149

●

Alternatively, press the button



as many

times as necessary to set the desired dis-
tance.

Keep in mind each country’s regulations on
minimum braking distances.

Suspend regulation (standby)

●

Briefly press the button



on the multifunc-

tion steering wheel or press the brake pedal.

The ACC indicator lamp is grey; the speed
and distance are saved.

If the ESC or ASR is disconnected

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page 239

, the ACC is automatically sus-

pended.

Reinstating the cruise control

●

Press the



button. The ACC regulates to

the last speed and distance setting.

●

OR:

Press the



button to use the current

speed.

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Switching off

●

Press and hold the button



. The set speed

is cleared.

Exceeding the speed regulated by the
ACC

While driving with the ACC switched on, the
driver can increase speed by pressing the
accelerator pedal. ACC regulation is suspen-
ded until you release the accelerator pedal

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Adjusting the default distance level at the
start of your journey

In the Infotainment system, you can pre-se-
lect the distance level when connecting the
ACC from:

●

Very short, Short, Medium, Long and Very

long using the Infotainment system:



> Driv-

er assistance > ACC

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page 92

Changing the driving profile

In vehicles with SEAT Drive Profile

, the driving

profile selected can have an influence on the
ACC’s acceleration and braking behaviour

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page 204

In vehicles without SEAT Drive Profile

, the be-

haviour of the ACC can also be affected if
any of the following drive profiles are selec-
ted in the infotainment system in

Drive assist

ACC settings will be the same as those in the
SEAT Drive Profile.

WARNING

Before driving off, check that the road is
clear. The radar sensor may not detect ob-
stacles on the road. This could cause an
accident and serious injuries. If necessary,
apply the brake.

CAUTION

If you increase speed using the accelerator
pedal, the ACC may not be able to safely
adjust the speed of the distance due to the
limitations of the system.

●

Be prepared to react if required by the

situation.

Status display

Fig. 150

On the instrument panel display:

ACC active.

Vehicle ahead detected. It will light up if
the distance to the vehicle is adjusted.
Selected distance level 2.

This information can be displayed on the
central panel of the

Assists

view, or in the left

hand information profile

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page 68

. If these

views are not selected, it will be automatical-
ly displayed in the lower central part of the
instrument cluster in a simplified manner.

The set speed will be displayed next to the
function status indicator described in

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page 220, Start regulation

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Driving

Special driving situations

Fig. 151

On the instrument panel display: ACC

active, vehicle detected in an outer lane.

Be aware of the limitations and warnings de-
scribed at the beginning of this chapter.

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in Introduction on page 219

Avoid undertaking on the right

If a vehicle is detected in the left lane that is
travelling at a speed slower than that set by
the driver, it will brake the vehicle within the
comfort limits of the system to avoid passing
it on the right

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Fig. 151

You can cancel this regulation by changing
the set speed or by pressing the accelerator
pedal.

The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.

Overtaking

When the turn signal is switched on for over-
taking, the ACC reduces the distance from
the vehicle in front to help with the overtaking
manoeuvre. The set cruising speed will not be
exceeded.

The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.

Stop&Go function

Valid for: vehicles with an automatic gearbox

The ACC can bring the vehicle to a standstill
(0 km/h) if the vehicle in front stops.

The ACC remains active and the message

ACC ready to start

is displayed on the in-

strument cluster for a few seconds. During
this time, the vehicle will move off again if the
vehicle in front moves forwards.

If the vehicle in front does not move off, the
vehicle can be kept at a standstill with the
status

ACC ready to start

by pressing the

brake.

The system can only keep the car stopped
for a few seconds. After this, the

Brake

warn-

ing will be displayed and an audio warning
will be played. Press the brake pedal. The ve-
hicle may start moving forward if you do not
do this

Accident hazard!

The ACC is deactivated while stopped in the
following cases:

●

If the vehicle stops for several minutes.

●

If a door is opened.

WARNING

If the message

ACC ready to start

is dis-

played on the instrument cluster display
and the vehicle in front moves off, your ve-
hicle will move off automatically. In this
case, any obstacles in the road may not be
detected. This may cause serious acci-
dents and injuries.

●

Always check the road before moving off,

and apply the vehicle brakes yourself if
necessary.

Or on the left, in countries that drive on the left

hand side of the road.

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ACC system limitations

Fig. 152



Vehicle on a bend.



Motorcyclist

ahead, out of range of the radar sensor.

Fig. 153



Vehicle changing lanes.



One ve-

hicle turning and another stationary.

The limits of the ACC system mean that it is
not appropriate in all situations

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in Intro-

duction on page 219

SEAT does not recommend using the function
in the following cases

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●

Heavy rain, snow or fog.

●

When going through tunnels.

●

In sections with roadworks.

●

On routes with curves, e.g. on mountain

roads.

●

On off-road routes.

●

In covered car parks.

●

On roads with embedded metal objects

such as train or tram tracks.

●

On roads with loose gravel.

Pay special attention when using ACC in the
following situations:

On curves

The ACC may not detect the vehicle in front
on a curve, or may regulate the distance from
vehicles in other lanes

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Fig. 152



Vehicles outside the sensor zone

In the following situations the ACC may not
react, or may react slowly or inappropriately:

●

Vehicles that are not aligned while driving

or that are outside the sensor's detection
area, such as motorcycles

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Fig. 152



●

Vehicles that move into your lane, a short

distance from your vehicle

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Fig. 153



●

Vehicles with loads or accessories that pro-

trude from the sides, rear or roof.

Objects that are not detected

The ACC function only detects and reacts to
vehicles moving in the same direction. There-
fore it does not detect:

●

People

●

Animals

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●

Vehicles travelling in the opposite direction

or crossing the road.

●

Other stationary obstacles

The ACC does not react to stationary vehi-
cles. If, for example, a vehicle detected by the
ACC turns or moves over and there is a sta-
tionary vehicle in front of it, the ACC will not
react to the second vehicle

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Fig. 153



WARNING

Using the ACC in the above situations can
cause serious accidents and injuries, and
you could break the law.

Problems and solutions

ACC not available

The indicator lamp lights up yellow:

●

The radar sensor is dirty or adjusted incor-

rectly. Take into account the warnings descri-
bed in this section

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page 210

●

There is a fault or defect. Turn off the vehi-

cle's ignition and turn it on again after a few
minutes.

●

If the problem persists, consult a special-

ised workshop.



The ACC does not work as expected

●

Make sure that the conditions are met for

the radar sensor to operate properly

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page 210

●

If the brakes overheat, regulation stops au-

tomatically. Wait for them to cool down and
check the operation again.

●

Unusual noises during automatic ACC

braking are normal and do not indicate any
anomalies.

The following conditions may lead the
ACC not to react:

●

The accelerator or brake is depressed.

●

No gear is engaged or the vehicle is in gear

●

The vehicle is reversing.

●

ESC is operating.

●

The driver is not wearing his/her seat belt.

●

A vehicle or trailer brake light is faulty.

●

The RPM is too high or too low.

●

The parking brake is applied.

●

Driving on an excessive slope.

Lane Assist

Introduction

The Lane Assist System helps the driver
stay in his/her lane within the physical lim-
its of the system. This function is not suita-
ble and is not designed to keep the vehicle
automatically in the lane.

Using the camera located in the windscreen,
the Lane Assist system detects the limits (lane
lines) dividing the lanes in which the vehicle is
travelling. If the vehicle gets too close to the
detected lane limits, the system alerts the
driver through a corrective motion of the
steering wheel. The driver can cancel the
steering corrective action at any time.

No warning is produced with the turn signals
activated, given that the Lane Assist system
understands that a lane change is required.

System limits

Use the Lane Assist system only on large,
well-maintained motorways and highways.

The system is not available under the follow-
ing conditions:

●

The driving speed allowed is below approx.

55 km/h (30 mph).

●

The system has not detected any lane

lines.

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●

On tight bends.

●

Temporarily in very sporty driving situations.

WARNING

The intelligent technology in the Lane As-
sist system cannot change the limits im-
posed by the laws of physics and by the
very nature of the system. Careless or un-
controlled use of the Lane Assist system
may cause accidents and injury. The sys-
tem is not a replacement for driver aware-
ness or manoeuvres when driving.

●

Always adapt your speed and the dis-

tance to the vehicles ahead in line with visi-
bility, weather conditions, the condition of
the road and the traffic situation.

●

Always keep your hands on the steering

wheel so it can be turned at any time. The
responsibility of staying in the lane is al-
ways the driver's.

●

The Lane Assist system does not detect

all road markings. The road surfaces, road
structures or objects in poor condition can
be incorrectly detected as road markings
under certain circumstances by the Lane
Assist system. Immediately counter any un-
wanted intervention of the system.

●

Please observe the indications on the in-

strument panel and act as is necessary if
the traffic situation permits.

●

In the following situations there may be

undesired interventions of the system or it
may be that the system does not intervene

at all. In these situations, special attention
is required from the driver and, where ap-
propriate, the temporary deactivation of
the lane assist warning system:

–

In very sporty driving situations.

–

In adverse weather conditions and
roads in poor condition.

–

When passing through areas undergo-
ing works.

–

Before gradient changes of grade and
river beds.

●

Always observe the vehicle surroundings

carefully and drive proactively.

●

When the area of vision of the camera

becomes dirty, covered or is damaged, the
Lane Assist system function can be affec-
ted.

Control lamp





It lights up green

Lane Assist system active and available.





It lights up yellow

The Lane Assist system intervening with a rectifica-
tion of the steering.

Some control and warning lamps will light up
briefly when the ignition is switched on to

check certain functions. They will switch off
after a few seconds.

WARNING

Observe the safety warnings

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in Con-

trol and warning lamps on page 87

Driving with the Lane Assist System

Fig. 154

On the instrument panel display: indi-

cations of the Lane Assist System.

Lane line detected. The system inter-
venes assisting on the represented side.
Lane line detected. The system does not
intervene.

Switching the lane assist system on or off

In some countries, the Lane Assist System is
always activated when the ignition is switch-
ed on. The connection status is shown in the

Assistants

menu of the Infotainment system

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or the assistant systems menu after pressing
the corresponding button. The Lane Assist
system can be activated and deactivated in
these menus.

The Lane Assist system is ready to actively in-
tervene as of approximately 60 km/h (35
mph) and if it has detected the lane limits
(system status: active). The control lamp



emits a green light. When the system inter-
venes by rectifying the direction, the control
lamp



emits a yellow light.

If the control lamp of the instrument panel
display is off, it means that the Lane Assist
system is connected but not ready to inter-
vene or it is disconnected.

When you activate a turn signal, the system
temporarily goes into a passive state in order
to allow manual lane change.

An energetic rotation or rectification of the
steering wheel by the driver causes the sys-
tem to temporarily switch to a passive state.

Driver intervention prompt

If the steering is not corrected manually, the
system prompts the driver through an indica-
tion on the instrument panel display and
acoustic warnings.

If no reaction is obtained from the driver, the
system switches to a passive state.

Regardless of the steering manoeuvres,
through an indication on the instrument panel

display and acoustic warnings, the driver is
also prompted to drive through the centre of
the lane if the steering correction lasts more
than reasonable.

Steering wheel vibration

The following situations may result in a steer-
ing wheel vibration:

●

The lane ceases to be recognised during a

sudden intervention in the direction of the
system.

It is also possible to select steering wheel vi-
bration in the

Assistants

menu of the infotain-

ment system. In this case, when a vehicle with
Lane Assist switched on crosses over a detec-
ted lane marking, the steering wheel will vi-
brate.

Troubleshooting

Error message, the system disconnects

●

Clean the windscreen.

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page 301

●

Check that the windscreen is not damaged

in the area of the camera's field of vision.

System behaviour is different than expec-
ted

●

Clean the field of vision of the camera reg-

ularly and make sure it is free of dirt, snow
and ice.

●

Do not cover the field of vision of the cam-

era.

●

Check that the windscreen is not damaged

in the area of the camera's field of vision.

●

Do not mount objects on the steering

wheel.

In the event of doubts or queries, go to a spe-
cialised workshop.

Driving Assist (Travel Assist)

Introduction

The driving assist (Travel Assist) combines
adaptive cruise control (ACC) and adap-
tive lane guidance. Within the limitations
of the system, the vehicle can maintain a
distance from the vehicle in front that is
preselected by the driver and remain in
the preferred position within the lane.

Travel Assist uses the same sensors as Adap-
tive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Assist.
Therefore, carefully read the information
about the ACC

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page 219

and the Lane As-

sist

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page 224

and take into account the

limitations of the systems and the indications
given in the information.

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Speed range

Travel Assist adjusts at speeds between ap-
prox. 30 km/h (approx. 20 mph) and approx.
210 km/h (approx. 130 mph); in the case of
the adaptive lane guidance function, be-
tween 0 km/h (0 mph) and approx. 250 km/h
(approx. 155 mph).

Driving with Travel Assist

Travel Assist automatically controls the ac-
celerator pedal, the brakes and the steering.
In addition, Travel Assist may, within its limita-
tions, decelerate the vehicle until it stops be-
hind another that stops and automatically
starts again.

You can override assisted adjustment at all
times.

How to know if the vehicle is fitted with
Travel Assist

The vehicle is fitted with Travel Assist if the
multifunction steering wheel has the button



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Fig. 157

Driver intervention prompt

If you remove your hands from the steering
wheel, after a few seconds the system asks
you to take over the steering with an indica-
tion on the instrument panel display and
acoustic warnings.

WARNING

The Travel Assist smart technology cannot
overcome the limits imposed by the laws of
physics and it only works within the limits of
the system. If Travel assist is used negli-
gently or involuntarily, it may cause serious
accidents and injuries. The system is not a
replacement for driver awareness.

●

Bear in mind the system limitations and

the indications regarding the control of the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane
Assist.

●

Adapt your speed and safety distance to

the vehicle in front of you at all times to suit
visibility, weather, road and traffic condi-
tions.

●

Do not use Travel Assist when visibility is

bad, on steep roads, on windy roads or in
slippery circumstances (such as snow, ice,
rain or loose gravel), or on flooded roads.

●

Do not use Travel Assist offroad or on

roads where the surface is not firm. Travel
Assist has been designed for use on paved
roads only.

●

Travel Assist does not react to people or

animal or vehicles crossing your path or
which approach you head-on in the same
lane.

●

Brake immediately if Travel Assist does

not slow down enough.

●

Brake immediately when a braking mes-

sage is displayed on the instrument panel
screen.

●

Brake when, after an indication to brake,

the vehicle rolls without it being desired.

●

Keep your hands on the steering wheel at

all times, to ensure you have control over
the steering at all times. The driver is al-
ways responsible for keeping the vehicle in
its own lane.

●

If possible, do not wear gloves while driv-

ing. The system could interpret this as no
driving activity.

●

If driver intervention is requested on the

instrument panel display, immediately re-
sume control of the vehicle.

●

Always be prepared to adjust the speed

yourself.

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Indications on the instrument panel
display

Fig. 155

On the instrument panel display: indi-

cation with active adjustment.

Fig. 156

On the instrument panel display: con-

trol lamps.

Displays on the screen

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Fig. 155

The adaptive lane guidance function is
active.

Distance set.

In addition, depending on the equipment,
control lamps indicate the status of the sys-
tem on the instrument panel display:

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Fig. 156

Travel Assist active, adaptive cruise con-
trol and adaptive lane guidance function
are active.
Travel Assist active, adaptive cruise con-
trol active and adaptive lane guidance
function passive.
Travel Assist active, adaptive cruise con-
trol passive and adaptive lane guidance
function active.
Travel Assist active, adaptive cruise con-
trol and adaptive lane guidance function
are passive.
Inactive Travel Assist.

Depending on the equipment, more details
may be displayed on the instrument cluster,
such as dashed lines or other vehicles on the
road.

Operating Travel Assist

Fig. 157

Left side of the multifunction steering

wheel: buttons for operating Travel Assist.

Connecting

●

Press the



button on the multifunction

steering wheel.

The control lamp



will light up green. The

following warning is also displayed on the in-
strument panel screen: The Travel Assist
maintains the current speed and the preset
distance from the vehicle in front. At the same
time, if it detects road markings it keeps the
vehicle in the lane by moving the steering
wheel.

Interrupting the adjustment

●

Briefly press the button



on the multifunc-

tion steering wheel or press the brake pedal.

The set distance remains saved.

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Making other adjustments

For all else, Travel Assist is operated like the
ACC

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page 220

Troubleshooting



Travel Assist is not available or does

not work as expected

The control lamp switches on yellow. A rele-
vant warning is also displayed on the instru-
ment panel screen.

●

There is a fault in the sensors. Check the

causes and solutions described in

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page 210

●

The system limits are exceeded.

●

If the fault continues, consult a specialised

workshop.



Take the wheel

The warning lamp comes on white or red, de-
pending on the urgency of the intervention. A
message is also displayed.

●

You released the steering wheel for a few

seconds. Take hold of the steering wheel and
take control of the vehicle.

●

The system limits have been reached. Take

hold of the steering wheel and take control of
the vehicle.

Travel Assist disconnects automatically

Vehicles without Emergency Assist:

You have

released the steering wheel for a long period.

●

Abnormal operation. Contact a specialised

workshop.

The adjustment is interrupted unexpect-
edly

Vehicles without lane departure warning:

You

have turned on the turn signal.

Side Assist with Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Introduction

The lane departure warning (LCA) helps de-
tect traffic that is at the rear of the vehicle.

The rear cross traffic alert (RCTA) helps the
driver when backing out of a parallel parking
spot and when manoeuvring.

WARNING

The smart technology incorporated into
the blind spot detector (BSD) with parking
assistance (RCTA) included cannot over-
come the limits imposed by the laws of
physics; it only works within the limits of the
system. Accidents and severe injury may

occur if the blind spot detection system or
the rear cross traffic alert are used negli-
gently or involuntarily. The system is not a
replacement for driver awareness.

●

Adapt your speed and safe distance to

the vehicle in front of you at all times to suit
visibility, weather, road and traffic condi-
tions.

●

Keep your hands on the wheel at all times

to be ready to intervene in the steering at
any time.

●

Pay attention to the indicator lamps that

may come on in the external rear view mir-
rors and on the instrument cluster, and fol-
low any instructions they may give.

●

The lane departure warning could react

to any special constructions that might be
present to the sides of the vehicle, e.g. high
or irregular dividers. This may cause erro-
neous warnings.

●

Never use the lane departure warning on

unpaved roads. The lane departure warn-
ing has been designed for use on paved
roads.

●

Always pay attention to the vehicle's sur-

roundings.

●

The control lamps of the lane departure

warning may have limited functionality due
to solar radiation.

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Note

If the blind spot detector with parking as-
sistant does not work as described in this
chapter, stop using it and contact a speci-
alised workshop.

Control lamp

Fig. 158

Control lamp of the lane departure

warning.

Control lamp in external rear view mirrors:



It lights up

It turns on once briefly: the lane departure warning is

activated and ready to operate, i.e. when activating
the system.

It lights up continuously: the lane departure warning
has detected a vehicle in the blind spot.



Flashes

A vehicle has been detected in the adjacent lane and

the turn signal has been engaged in the direction of

the detected vehicle

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For vehicles that are also equipped with Lane Assist

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page 224

, a warning to switch lanes will also ap-

pear even though the turn signal has not been en-
gaged (Lane Assist “Plus”

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page 231

The control lamps light up when the ignition is
switched on and should turn off after approxi-
mately 2 seconds. This is the time taken for
the function check.

If there are no indications from the control
lamp of the lane departure warning, this
means that the lane departure warning has
not detected any other vehicles at the rear
area

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When the exterior lighting is low, the intensity
with which the control lamps come on is dim-
med. The user can modify the intensity of the
control lamps with up to 5 levels in the info-
tainment system menu.

WARNING

Failure to pay attention to any lit warning
lamps and the corresponding messages
could cause serious accidents and injuries.

●

Never ignore the warning lamps or mes-

sages.

●

Carry out the necessary operations.

CAUTION

Failure to heed the control lamps and cor-
responding text messages when they light
up may result in damage to the vehicle.

Lane departure warning (Side As-
sist)

The lane departure warning uses radar sen-
sors to monitor the areas behind the vehicle

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page 8

. The system does this by measur-

ing the vehicle's distance from other vehicles
and its speed differential. The lane departure
warning will not work at speeds of less than
approx. 15 km/h (9 mph). The system uses
optical signals in the external rear view mir-
rors to notify the driver.

The lane width is not detected individually,
but is rather pre-configured in the system.
Thus if you are driving in wide lanes or in be-
tween two lanes, the indications may be in-
correct. Furthermore, the system can detect

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vehicles driving in the lane next to you (if
there are any), and can also detect station-
ary objects such as dividers, and thus give an
incorrect indication.

Indication on the exterior mirror

The control lamp provides an indication on
the corresponding side regarding the traffic
situation behind the vehicle, if it is deemed to
be critical. The control lamp on the left-hand
side indicates the traffic situation to the rear
left of the vehicle, and the control lamp on
the right-hand side indicates the traffic situa-
tion to the rear right of the vehicle

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Fig. 158

In the case of retrofitted tinted windows or
windows with tinted film, the indications of the
external mirrors may not be seen clearly or
correctly.

Keep the external mirrors clean and free of
snow and ice, and do not cover them with ad-
hesives or other similar materials.

Lane assist Plus.

The Lane Assist Plus function can be used by
activating the

Lane Assist

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page 224

and

Side Assist

functions. In this case its functions

are expanded as described below.

If the driver initiates a lane change manoeu-
vre in a potential critical situation:

●

The lamp flashes in the corresponding rear-

view mirror even though the turn signal has
not been activated.

●

The steering wheel vibrates to warn the

driver of the risk of collision.

●

torque is applied to correct the steering

and return the vehicle to its lane.

Driving situations

Fig. 159

Schematic representation:



Passing

situation with traffic behind the vehicle.



Indi-

cation from the blind spot detector in the left-

hand external mirror.

Fig. 160

Schematic representation:



Situa-

tion of passing and then moving into the right-

hand lane.



Indication from the blind spot de-

tector in the right-hand external mirror.

In the following situations, an indication will
be displayed in the external mirror

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Fig. 159



(arrow) or

›››

Fig. 160



(arrow):

●

When being overtaken by another vehicle

›››

Fig. 159



●

When passing another vehicle

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Fig. 160



with a speed differential of approx. 10 km/h

(6 mph). If the vehicle is passing at a consid-
erably higher speed, no indication will be dis-
played.

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Driving

The faster a vehicle approaches, the sooner
an indication will be displayed in the exterior
mirror, because Side Assist takes into account
the different in speed compared to other ve-
hicles. Thus even though the distance from
the other vehicle is identical, the indication
will appear sooner in some cases and later in
others.

Physical limitations inherent to the system

In some situations the lane departure warning
may not interpret the traffic situation correct-
ly. I.e. in the following situations:

●

on tight bends;

●

in the case of lanes with different widths;

●

in areas with significant gradient changes;

●

in adverse weather conditions;

●

in the case of special constructions to the

side of the vehicle, e.g., high or irregular divid-
ers.

Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA)

Fig. 161

Schematic representation of the rear

cross traffic alert assistant: zone monitored

around the vehicle while leaving a parking

space.

Park Assist uses the radar sensors on the rear
bumper

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page 210

to monitor the traffic

crossing behind the vehicle as it backs out of
a parallel parking space or as it is being man-
oeuvred, for example in very low visibility con-
ditions.

When the system detects a relevant vehicle
on the road that is approaching the rear of
the vehicle

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Fig. 161

, an acoustic alarm

may sound if the relevance so requires it.

In addition to the acoustic alarm, the driver is
also informed by means of a visual signal on
infotainment system display. This signal is dis-

played in the form of a red or yellow strip at
the back of the image of the vehicle on the in-
fotainment system screen. This strip displays
the side of the vehicle towards which traffic is
approaching in transverse direction

Automatic braking to reduce damages

If the rear cross traffic alert detects that
someone else on the road is approaching the
rear of the vehicle and the driver does not
step on the brake, the system will engage the
brakes automatically.

The parking system helps the driver by auto-
matically engaging the brakes to reduce any
damage. The automatic intervention on the
brakes takes place when driving in reverse at
approx. 1-12 km/h (1-7 mph). After detecting
that the vehicle is stationary, the system
keeps it that way for around 2 seconds.

After automatically braking to reduce dam-
age, the system will not be able to automati-
cally brake again for approximately 10 sec-
onds.

You can interrupt the automatic braking by
stepping hard on the accelerator pedal or
the brake pedal in order to regain control of
the vehicle.

It is only displayed if the vehicle is equipped

with a parking system.

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Driver assistance systems

WARNING

The smart technology incorporated into
the rear cross traffic alert cannot over-
come the limits imposed by the laws of
physics; it only works within the limits of the
system. The parking assistant function
should not tempt you into taking any risks.
The system is not a replacement for driver
awareness.

●

The system should never be used in limi-

ted visibility conditions or complicated
traffic, e.g., in high-traffic areas or when
crossing multiple lanes.

●

Be sure to always be aware of the vehi-

cle's surroundings, since the system often
fails to detect things such as bicycles or
pedestrians.

●

The rear cross traffic alert itself will not

brake the vehicle to a complete stop.

Managing the assist systems

Enabling and disabling the assist systems

The blind spot detector with parking assistant
can be switched on and off by accessing the

Assistants

menu on the dash panel display

using the steering wheel controls. If the vehi-
cle is equipped with a multifunction camera,
it can also be accessed by means of the as-
sistants systems key located on the main
beam headlight lever.

Open the

Assistants

menu.

●



Side Assist

●



Rear cross traffic alert

If the verification box on the instrument panel
or the infotainment system is checked



, the

functionality will be automatically activated
when switching on the ignition.

When the Side Assist is ready to operate, the
indicator turns on briefly on the exterior rear
view mirrors as confirmation.

When the vehicle is restarted, the last adjust-
ment in the system will remain active.

Trailer mode

Side Assist and the rear cross traffic alert are
automatically deactivated and cannot be
switched on if the factory-fitted tow-bar is
electrically connected to a trailer or similar
device.

As soon as the driver starts to drive with a
trailer connected electrically to the vehicle, a
message is displayed on the instrument pan-
el display indicating that the Side Assist and
the rear cross traffic alert are switched off.
Once the trailer has been unhooked from the
vehicle, if you want to use the Side Assist and
the rear cross traffic alert, you will have to re-
activate them in the corresponding menu.

If the tow-bar is not factory fitted, Side Assist
and the rear cross traffic alert should be

switched off manually when driving with a
trailer.

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Driving

Braking and parking

Braking system

Control lamps



It lights up red

Brake fluid level too low

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page 284

or fault in the

brake system.



Do not carry on driving!



It lights up red

Handbrake applied

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page 236

The warning lamp turns off when the handbrake is re-
leased.

WARNING

●

When the ignition is switched on, the sta-

tus of the brake system and the brake as-
sist functions is automatically checked.
The control lights on the instrument cluster
light up briefly and then turn off again. If a
warning light stays on permanently, there
is a fault. Seek qualified technical assis-
tance immediately.

●

If the brake warning lamp



does not go

out or if it lights up when driving, the brake
fluid level in the reservoir is too lo so there
is a risk of an accident

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page 284, Brake

fluid

. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on.

Obtain technical assistance.

●

If the brake warning lamp lights up



to-

gether with the ABS lamp



this could be

due to an ABS fault. When this function
fails, the rear wheels can lock up. Under
certain circumstances, the rear of the vehi-
cle may skid, with the danger of losing con-
trol. Stop and seek technical assistance.

Information about the brakes

New brake pads

For the first 200 to 300 km (100 to 200
miles), new brake pads have not yet reached
their maximum braking capacity, and need to
be “run in” first. However, you can compen-
sate for the slightly reduced braking effect by
applying more pressure on the brake pedal.
Avoid overloading the brakes while running
them in.

Wear

The rate of wear on the

brake pads

depends

a great deal on how you drive and the condi-
tions in which the vehicle is operated. This is a
particular problem in urban traffic and short
stretches, or with very sporty driving.

Depending on the speed, the braking force
and the environmental conditions (e.g. tem-
perature, air humidity, etc.) noises may be
produced when braking.

Wet roads or road salt

In certain situations (for example, on driving
through flooded areas, in severe downpours
or after washing the vehicle) the braking ac-
tion could be delayed if the discs and pads
are damp, or frozen in winter. In this case the
brakes should be “dried” by pressing the
brake pedal several times.

At high speed and with the windscreen wipers
activated, the brake pads will briefly touch
the brake discs. This takes place, although
unnoticeable to the driver, at regular intervals
to improve the response time of the brakes
when they are wet.

The effectiveness of the brakes can also be
temporarily reduced if the vehicle is driven for
some distance without using the brakes when
there is a lot of salt on the road in winter. The
layer of salt that accumulates on the discs
and pads can be removed by gently apply-
ing the brakes a few times.

Corrosion

There may be a tendency for corrosion to
form on the discs and dirt to build up on the
brake pads if the vehicle is used infrequently
or the brakes are not used very often.

If the brakes are not used frequently, or if rust
has formed on the disks, it is advisable to
clean off the pads and disks by braking firmly
a few times at a moderately high speed

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Braking and parking

Fault in the brake system

If the brake pedal travel should ever increase

suddenly

, this may mean that one of the two

brake circuits has failed. Drive immediately to
the nearest specialised workshop and have
the fault repaired. Drive there slowly and re-
member that you will have to apply more
pressure on the brake pedal and allow for
longer stopping distances.

Low brake fluid level

Malfunctions can occur in the brake system if
the brake fluid level is too low. The brake fluid
level is monitored electronically.

Brake servo

The brake servo increases the pressure you
apply to the brake pedal. It works only when
the engine is running.

WARNING

Any anomaly in the brake system can in-
crease the braking distance, with the re-
sulting risk of an accident.

●

New brake pads and discs must be run in

and do not have the correct friction during
the first 200 km (124 miles). This reduced
braking capacity may be offset by pressing
on the brake pedal a little harder.

●

If you are driving on roads which have

been salted, braking effectiveness may be
decreased.

●

Brakes can overheat if used excessively

on slopes. Before driving down a long steep
slope, it is advisable to reduce speed and
change down into a lower gear or range.
Therefore, using the engine brake relieves
the brakes.

●

Gentle continuous braking causes the

brakes to overheat and the braking dis-
tance will increase. Apply and then release
the brakes alternately.

●

Apply the brakes heavily to clean the

brake system only in a suitable traffic situa-
tion. Do not put other road users in danger:
there is risk of causing an accident.

●

Ensure the vehicle does not move while in

neutral, when the engine is stopped. The
braking distance is increased considerably
when the brake servo is not active.

●

If the brake is subjected to high stresses,

vapour bubbles may form in the brake sys-
tem's pipes. This reduces the efficiency of
the brakes.

●

Non-standard or damaged front spoilers

could restrict the airflow to the brakes and
cause them to overheat. Before purchasing
accessories please read the relevant in-
structions.

CAUTION

●

Never let the brakes “drag” by leaving

your foot on the pedal when it is not neces-
sary to brake. This overheats the brakes, re-

sulting in longer stopping distances and
greater wear.

●

Before driving down a long, steep gradi-

ent, it is advisable to reduce speed and se-
lect a lower gear. This makes use of engine
braking and relieves the brakes. If you still
have to use the brakes, it is better to brake
firmly at intervals than to apply the brakes
continuously.

Note

●

If the brake servo is out of action, for ex-

ample when the car is being towed, you will
have to press the brake pedal considerably
harder than normal to make up for the lack
of servo assistance.

●

If you wish to equip the vehicle with ac-

cessories such as a front spoiler or wheel
covers, it is important that the flow of air to
the front wheels is not obstructed, other-
wise the brakes can overheat.

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