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Warning
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The driver assistance functions have limitations. You must read and understand the limitations before using any driver assistance function. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. |
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The driver assistance functions only assist you in certain situations and do not replace you as a driver. You are always responsible for driving the car and following all local rules and regulations. You must always be observant and hold on to the steering wheel, ready to take control. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. |
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Your car has multiple functions and features that can assist you while driving. These quick guides are here to give you a simple introduction to some of the more advanced driver assistance features available in your car. For a more in-depth description of the driver assistance systems, see
Driver assistance overview.
This quick guide primarily focuses on the driver assistance functions that you as a driver can operate, and to a lesser extent, their adjustable settings.
Driver assistance also includes other functions, enabled by default, that help you drive more safely. These functions include:
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Traffic sign information: detects traffic symbols and display them on the driver display, including an overspeed warning that alerts you if the speed limit is exceeded. For more information, see Traffic sign information. |
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Driver drowsiness and distraction alert: helps you stay alert by monitoring your level of alertness and warning you when you should take a break. For more information, see Driver drowsiness and distraction alert. |
Additionally, both adaptive cruise control and highway assist can be enhanced with speed limit adaptation, which automatically sets the current speed limit as the set speed for adaptive cruise control. To enable speed limit adaptation:
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Navigate to  .
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Press Speed limit adaptation.
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For more information on each function, such as their controls, settings, and limitations, see their respective sections.
Driver assistance general limitations
The driver assistance functions use the forward-facing radar and the cameras to detect vehicles and pedestrians, identify traffic signs and road markings, and more. Therefore, the driver assistance functions can be negatively impacted or disabled by outside factors affecting the radar and cameras. These factors include but are not limited to:
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Obstructions on or near cameras or sensors, such as accessories, dirt, or snow |
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Poor visibility due to severe weather, light reflections, tunnel entrances/exits, or faded lane markings |
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Strong radio interference |
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Damage to the sensors, radar, or cameras, or the bumpers in front of them. |