Chrysler 200 (2017 year). Instruction — part 9

To Activate

Push the ON/OFF button to activate the electronic speed
control. The Cruise Indicator Light in the Instrument
Cluster Display will illuminate. To turn the system off,
push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be turned
off when not in use.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when
not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the
system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could
lose control and have an accident. Always leave the
system OFF when you are not using it.

To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON.

NOTE:

The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed

and on level ground before pushing the SET (+) or SET (-)
button.

When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, push the
SET (+) or SET (-) button and release. Release the accelera-
tor and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.

To Deactivate

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL
button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle
will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control without eras-
ing the set speed from memory.

Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition to the
OFF position erases the set speed from memory.

To Resume Speed

To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button and
release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph
(32 km/h).

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Speed

When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can increase
speed by pushing the SET + button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.

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The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 km/h

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

To Decrease Speed

When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease
speed by pushing the SET - button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.
The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

To Accelerate For Passing

Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

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Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills

The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the
vehicle set speed.

NOTE:

The Electronic Speed Control system maintains

speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal.

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it
may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control.

WARNING!

Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle
could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control and have an accident. Do not use Electronic
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF
EQUIPPED

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving con-
venience provided by cruise control while traveling on
highways and major roadways. However, it is not a safety

system and not designed to prevent collisions. Electronic
Speed Control function performs differently. Please refer
to the proper section within this chapter.

ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in light
to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to
reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar sensor and a
forward facing camera designed to detect a vehicle directly
ahead of you.

NOTE:

• If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead of you, ACC

will maintain a fixed set speed.

• If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will

apply limited braking or acceleration (not to exceed the
original set speed) automatically to maintain a preset
following distance, while matching the speed of the
vehicle ahead.

The Cruise Control system has two control modes:

• Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an ap-

propriate distance between vehicles.

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• Normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control mode for

cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode” in this section.

NOTE:

Normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control will

not react to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of the
mode selected.

You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control
buttons. The two control modes function differently. Al-
ways confirm which mode is selected.

WARNING!

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience

system. It is not a substitute for active driving
involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility
to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather condi-
tions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead;
and, most importantly, brake operation to ensure safe
operation of the vehicle under all road conditions.
Your complete attention is always required while
driving to maintain safe control of your vehicle.

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WARNING! (Continued)

Failure to follow these warnings can result in a
collision and death or serious personal injury.

• The ACC system:

• Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles,

and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a
traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).

• Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions

into account, and may be limited upon adverse
sight distance conditions.

• Does not always fully recognize complex driving

conditions, which can result in wrong or missing
distance warnings.

• Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop while

following a target vehicle and hold the vehicle for
approximately 3 minutes in the stop position. If the
target vehicle does not start moving within 3
minutes the parking brake will be activated, and
the ACC system will be cancelled.

You should switch off the ACC system:
• When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet,

heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (i.e., in
highway construction zones).

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WARNING! (Continued)

• When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp;

when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow-
covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill
slopes.

• When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes.

• When circumstances do not allow safe driving at a

constant speed.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation

The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the
steering wheel) operates the ACC system.

NOTE:

Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications

to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive
Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System.

Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons

1 — Normal (Fixed Speed)
Cruise Control On/Off

5 — Distance Setting Increase

2 — SET+/Accel

6 — Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) On/Off

3 — RES/Resume

7 — Distance Setting Decrease

4 — SET-/Decel

8 — CANC/Cancel

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Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above
0 mph (0 km/h).

The minimum Set Speed for the ACC system is 20 mph
(32 km/h).

When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the
Instrument Cluster Display will read “ACC Ready.”

When the system is OFF, the Instrument Cluster Display
will read “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”

NOTE:

You cannot engage ACC under the following con-

ditions:

• When you apply the brakes.
• When the parking brake is set.
• When the automatic transmission is in PARK, REVERSE

or NEUTRAL.

• When the Vehicle speed is outside of the speed range.
• When the brakes are overheated.
• When the driver door is open.
• When the driver seat belt is unbuckled.

To Activate/Deactivate

Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the Instrument Cluster
Display will read “ACC Ready.”

To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time,
the system will turn off and the Instrument Cluster Display
will read “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”

Adaptive Cruise Control Ready

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WARNING!

Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have a collision. Always
leave the system off when you are not using it.

To Set A Desired ACC Speed

When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the SET
+

button or the SET - button and release. The Instrument

Cluster Display will display the set speed.

If the system is Set when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph
(32 km/h), the Set Speed shall be defaulted to 20 mph
(32 km/h). If the system is Set when the vehicle speed is
above 20 mph (32 km/h), the Set Speed shall be the current
speed of the vehicle.

NOTE:

ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle in

front of your vehicle in close proximity.

Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not,
the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set
speed. If this occurs:

• The message “DRIVER OVERRIDE” will display in the

Instrument Cluster Display.

• The system will not be controlling the distance between

your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed
will only be determined by the position of the accelera-
tor pedal.

To Cancel

The following conditions cancel the system:

• The brake pedal is applied.
• The CANCEL button is pushed.
• An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs.

Adaptive Cruise Control Off

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• The gear selector is removed from the Drive position.
• The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys-

tem (ESC/TCS) activates.

• The vehicle parking brake is applied.
• Driver seatbelt is unbuckled at low speeds.
• Driver door is opened at low speeds.
• The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over-

heated).

NOTE:

If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than 3

minutes, the parking brake will be activated, and the ACC
system will be cancelled.

To Turn Off

The system will turn off and clear the set speed in memory
if:

• The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button is

pushed.

• The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control

ON/OFF button is pushed.

• The ignition is turned OFF.

To Resume

If there is a set speed in memory push the RES (resume)
button and then remove your foot from the accelerator
pedal. The Instrument Cluster Display will display the last
set speed.

NOTE:

• If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than two

seconds, then the driver will either have to push the RES
(resume) button, or apply the accelerator pedal to reen-
gage the ACC to the existing Set Speed.

• ACC cannot be resumed if there is a stationary vehicle

in-front of your vehicle in close proximity.

WARNING!

The Resume function should only be used if traffic
and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed that
is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and road
conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate or
decelerate too sharply for safe operation. Failure to
follow these warnings can result in a collision and
death or serious personal injury.

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To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Speed

While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by
pushing the SET + button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.
The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the
button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected
in the Instrument Cluster Display.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 km/h

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the
button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected
in the Instrument Cluster Display.

To Decrease Speed

While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by
pushing the SET - button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.
The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements until the
button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected
in the Instrument Cluster Display.

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Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the
button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected
in the Instrument Cluster Display.

NOTE:

• When you override and push the SET + button or SET -

buttons, the new Set Speed will be the current speed of
the vehicle.

• When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the

engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle suffi-
ciently to reach the set speed, the brake system will
automatically slow the vehicle.

• The ACC system decelerates the vehicle to a full stop

when following a target vehicle. If an ACC host vehicle
follows a target vehicle to a standstill, after two seconds
the driver will either have to push the RES (resume)
button, or apply the accelerator pedal to reengage the
ACC to the existing Set Speed.

• The ACC will bring the vehicle to a complete stop while

following a target vehicle and hold the vehicle for two
seconds in the stop position. If the target vehicle does
not start moving within two seconds, the ACC system
will display a message that the system will release the
brakes and that the brakes must be applied instructionly. An
audible chime will sound when the brakes are released.

• The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up

hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may
occur while climbing uphill or descending downhill.
This is normal operation and necessary to maintain set
speed. When driving up hill and down hill, the ACC
system will cancel if the braking temperature exceeds
normal range (overheated).

Setting The Following Distance In ACC

The specified following distance for ACC can be set by
varying the distance setting between four bars (longest),
three bars (long), two bars (medium) and one bar (short).
Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC
calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This
distance setting displays in the Instrument Cluster Display.

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Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest)

Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long)

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To increase the distance setting, push the Distance Setting
— Increase button and release. Each time the button is
pushed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).

To decrease the distance setting, push the Distance Setting
— Decrease button and release. Each time the button is
pushed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter).

If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set
speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same
lane, the Instrument Cluster Display will show the “Sensed

Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)

Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short)

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Vehicle Indicator” icon, and the system will adjust the
vehicle speed automatically to maintain the distance set-
ting, regardless of the set speed.

The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until:

• The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set

speed.

• The vehicle ahead moves out of your lane or view of the

sensor.

• The distance setting is changed.
• The system disengages. (Refer to the information on

ACC Activation).

The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how-
ever, the driver can always apply the brakes instructionly, if
necessary.

NOTE:

The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC

system applies the brakes.

A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts
that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain
the set distance. If this occurs, a visual alert “BRAKE” will
flash in the Instrument Cluster Display and a chime will
sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking
capacity.

NOTE:

The “Brake!” Screen in the Instrument Cluster

Display is a warning for the driver to take action and does
not necessarily mean that the Forward Collision Warning
system is applying the brakes autonomously.

Overtake Aid

When driving with ACC engaged and following a vehicle,
the system will provide an additional acceleration up to the
ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle. This
additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes
the left turn signal and will only be active when passing on
the left hand side.

Brake Alert

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ACC Operation At Stop

In the event that the ACC system brings your vehicle to a
standstill while following a target vehicle, if the target
vehicle starts moving within two seconds of your vehicle
coming to a standstill, your vehicle will resume motion
without the need for any driver action.

If the target vehicle does not start moving within two
seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, the driver
will either have to push the RES (resume) button, or apply
the accelerator pedal to reengage the ACC to the existing
Set Speed.

NOTE:

After the ACC system holds your vehicle at a

standstill for approximately 3 consecutive minutes, the
parking brake will be activated, and the ACC system will
be cancelled.

While ACC is holding your vehicle at a standstill, if the
driver seatbelt is unbuckled or the driver door is opened,
the parking brake will be activated, and the ACC system
will be cancelled.

WARNING!

When the ACC system is resumed, the driver must
ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or objects
in the path of the vehicle. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in a collision and death or serious
personal injury.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu

The Instrument Cluster Display will show the current ACC
system settings. The Instrument Cluster Display is located
in the center of the instrument cluster. The information it
displays depends on ACC system status.

Push the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/OFF
button (located on the steering wheel) until one of the
following displays in the Instrument Cluster Display:

Adaptive Cruise Control Off

When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off.”

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Adaptive Cruise Control Ready

When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has
not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise
Control Ready.”

Push the SET + or the SET- button (located on the steering
wheel) and the following will display in the Instrument
Cluster Display:

ACC SET

When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the
Instrument Cluster Display.

The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:

• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off
• ACC Proximity Warning
• ACC Unavailable Warning
• The Instrument Cluster Display will return to the last

display selected after five seconds of no ACC display
activity

Display Warnings And Maintenance

“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
Warning

The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and also a chime will indicate when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.

This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in
snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt
or ice. In these cases, the Instrument Cluster Display will
read “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
and the system will deactivate.

The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or
ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the
vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.

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NOTE:

If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar

Sensor” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer to
“Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.

If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille.

To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is important
to note the following maintenance items:

• Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the sensor

lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage the
sensor lens.

• Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so

could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.

• If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is damaged due

to a collision, see your Authorized Dealer for service.

• Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,

including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or malfunc-
tion.

When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.

NOTE:

• If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sen-

sor” message occurs frequently (e.g. more than once on
every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at your
Authorized Dealer.

• Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an aftermar-

ket grille or modifying the grille is not recommended.
Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC/FCW
operation.

“Clean Front Windshield” Warning

The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Wind-
shield” warning will display and also a chime will indicate
when conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in

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