Since this active cruise control system is a new
technology and operates differently from con-
ventional cruise control systems which you may
be accustomed to, you are strongly urged to
read all of the pages relating to this system
before use. Pay special attention to the System
limitations section beginning on page 73.
of you. Otherwise, driving situations could
result that pose the risk of accidents.<
One lever for all functions
Braking sensation
>
If you step on the brake pedal while the sys-
tem is braking, pedal sensation will be
slightly different from the usual.
>
Possible noises during automatic braking
are normal.
1
2
3
4
Store and increase desired speed
Store and decrease desired speed
Deactivate system, refer to page 70
Manual transmission
You can shift gears while cruise control is acti-
vated. The system is deactivated when you
drive at very low engine speeds for an extended
period.
Resume stored desired speed and dis-
tance, refer to page 71
5
Select distance to vehicle driving ahead,
refer to page 70
Range of applications
Storing current speed
The minimum desired speed is 20 mph or
30
110
km/h, the maximum desired speed is
mph or 180 km/h.
Briefly push lever, arrow 1, or pull lever, arrow 2,
at a driving speed of more than approx. 20 mph
or 30 km/h.
As with conventional cruise control sys-
tems, active cruise control in no way
diminishes or substitutes for the driver’s own
personal responsibility, alertness and aware-
ness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise
controlling the vehicle. The driver should
decide when to use the system on the basis of
road, traffic, visibility, and weather conditions.
Active cruise control is intended for use on
highway-type roadways where traffic is moving
relatively smoothly. Do not use this system in
city driving; heavy traffic such as during rush
hour; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or
roads with sharp curves such as highway off-
ramps; during inclement weather such as snow,
strong rain or fog; or when entering inter-
The car's current speed is stored. It is displayed
on the speedometer and briefly in the instru-
ment cluster.
changes, service/parking areas or toll booths.
It is also important to regulate your vehicle's
speed and distance setting within applicable
legal limits. Always be ready to take action or
apply the brakes if necessary, especially when
the system is actively following a vehicle in front
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