Lincoln Continental (2020 year). Manual in english — page 14

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As the distance to the object decreases,
the indicator blocks illuminate and move
toward the vehicle icon.

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If there is no object detected, the
distance indicator blocks are gray.

When you shift into reverse (R), the system
provides audible warnings and visual
indication when detected objects are within
24 in (60 cm) and are inside the driving path
of your vehicle. When you stop your vehicle,
the audible warnings turn off after two
seconds.

When you shift into any forward gear, the
system provides audible warnings and visual
indication when your vehicle is moving at a
speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or
below and the system detects an object
within the detection zone. When you stop
your vehicle, the audible warnings turn off
after two seconds and visual indication turns
off after four seconds.

When you shift into neutral (N), the system
only provides visual indication if your vehicle
is moving at a speed of approximately 5 mph
(8 km/h) or below. For example, your vehicle
is moving on a slope, and the system detects
an object moving toward your vehicle. When
you stop your vehicle, visual indication turns
off after four seconds.

If the system is not available, the side
distance indicator blocks do not display.

ACTIVE PARK ASSIST

(IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: You must remain in your

vehicle when the system turns on. At all
times, you are responsible for controlling
your vehicle, supervising the system and
intervening, if required. Failure to take care
may result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: The sensors may not

detect objects in heavy rain or other
conditions that cause interference.

WARNING: Active park assist does

not apply the brakes under any
circumstances.

WARNING: You are responsible for

controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.

Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.

Note: Do not cover up the sensors.

Note: Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

Note: The sensors may not detect objects
with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves.
The sensors may falsely detect objects due
to ultrasonic interference caused by
motorcycle exhausts, truck air brakes or
horns, for example.

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Note: If you change any tires, the system
must recalibrate and may not correctly
operate for a short time.

Active park assist is a multi-step process and
may require you to shift the transmission
multiple times. Follow the onscreen
instructions until the parking maneuver is
complete.

If you are uncomfortable with the proximity
to any vehicle or object, you may choose to
override the system by grabbing the steering
wheel, or by taking full control of your vehicle
after pressing the active park assist button.

Keep your hands, hair, clothing and any
loose items clear of the steering wheel when
using active park assist.

The sensors are on the front and rear
bumpers.

The system may not correctly operate in any
of the following conditions:
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You use a spare tire or a tire that is
significantly worn more than the other
tires.

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One or more tires are incorrectly inflated.

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You try to park on a tight curve.

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Something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space. For
example, a pedestrian or cyclist.

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The edge of the neighboring parked
vehicle is high off the ground. For
example, a bus, tow truck or flatbed
truck.

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The weather conditions are poor. For
example, during heavy rain, snow, fog,
high humidity and high temperatures.

Do not use the system if:
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You have attached an add-on accessory
close to the sensors on the front or rear
of your vehicle. For example, a bike rack
or trailer.

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You have attached an overhanging
object to the roof. For example, a
surfboard.

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The front bumper, rear bumper or the
side sensors are damaged.

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The correct tire size is not in use on your
vehicle. For example, a mini-spare tire.

Using Active Park Assist

Selecting an Active Park Assist Mode

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Press the button once to activate
parallel parking. Press the button
a second time to activate

perpendicular parking. If you press the
button again the system switches off.

If your vehicle is parked and after you switch
the ignition on, you can use the information
display to toggle through the modes. Press
the button to switch the system on and open
the system menu in the information display.

Note: If your vehicle is parked, the default
mode is parallel park out assist. However, if
you did not use active park assist to parallel
park your vehicle, use the information
display to select park out assist.

Note: You can repeatedly press the active
park assist button to toggle through the
modes only after moving your vehicle
approximately 33 ft (10 m).

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To toggle through the modes, use the
buttons on the information display to select
the following:
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Parallel parking.

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Perpendicular parking.

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Parallel park out assist.

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Switch the system off.

Note: There is no time limit for toggling
through the modes.

Parallel Parking

The system detects available parallel parking
spaces and steers your vehicle into the
space. You control the accelerator, gearshift
and brakes. The system visually and audibly
guides you into a parallel parking space.

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Press the button once to search
for a parking space.

Note: You can also switch the system on
after you have already driven partially or
completely past a parking space. Press the
active park assist button and the system
informs you if you have recently passed a
suitable parking space.

When the vehicle speed is less than 22 mph
(35 km/h), the system scans both sides of
your vehicle for an available parking space.
A message and a graphic appear in the
information display to indicate the system is
searching for a parking space. Use the
direction indicator lever to search for a
parking space on the driver or passenger
side of your vehicle.

Note: The system scans both sides of your
vehicle and offers parking spaces one side
at a time if you do not use the direction
indicator.

Note: The system defaults to the passenger
side if you do not use the direction indicator.

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Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)
and parallel to the other parked vehicles
when searching for a parking space.

Note: If you drive your vehicle less than 2 ft
(0.5 m) or greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) away from
other parked vehicles, the system may not
be able to detect an available parking
space.

When the system detects a suitable space,
a message displays and a tone sounds. Stop
your vehicle and follow the onscreen
instructions. If your vehicle is moving very
slowly, you may have to move forward a
short distance before the system is ready to
park.

Note: You must observe that the space the
system selects remains clear of obstructions
at all times during the maneuver.

Note: The system always offers the last
parking space it detects. For example, if your
vehicle detects multiple spaces when you
are driving, it offers the last one.

Note: If the vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 22 mph (35 km/h), the system
shows a message to instruct you to reduce
the vehicle speed.

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Automatically Steering into a Parallel
Parking Space

When you shift into reverse (R), with your
hands off the steering wheel and nothing
obstructing its movement, your vehicle steers
itself into the space. The system displays
instructions to move your vehicle backward
and forward in the space.

Note: If the vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interrupt
the maneuver, or the system switches off,
you must take full control of your vehicle.

Note: If the system detects an object is very
close to your vehicle and it may be unsafe
to continue the maneuver, it may instruct you
to stop your vehicle. The system may not
provide any further instruction. Steering
assistance continues to operate but you
must decide if it is safe to continue the
maneuver.

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When you believe your vehicle is correctly
parked, or a solid tone sounds and an
information message appears, bring your
vehicle to a complete stop.

When the Active Park Assist maneuver is
complete, a tone sounds and an information
message appears.

Note: You are responsible for checking how
your vehicle is parked and making any
necessary corrections before leaving your
vehicle.

Deactivating Active Park Assist

You can manually deactivate the system by:
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Pressing the Active Park Assist button
during an active maneuver.

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Grabbing the steering wheel during an
active maneuver.

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Driving above 22 mph (35 km/h) for 30
seconds when searching for a parking
space.

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Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during an
active maneuver.

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Switching the traction control system off.

Certain vehicle conditions may also
deactivate the system, for example:
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The traction control system activates or
fails.

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The anti-lock brake system activates or
fails.

If the system malfunctions, a message
appears and a tone sounds. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Perpendicular Parking

The system detects available perpendicular
parking spaces and steers your vehicle into
the space. You control the accelerator,
gearshift and brakes. The system visually
and audibly guides you into a perpendicular
parking space.

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Press the button twice to search
for a parking space.

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When the vehicle speed is less than 19 mph
(30 km/h), the system scans both sides of
your vehicle for an available parking space.
A message and a graphic appear in the
information display to indicate the system is
searching for a parking space. Use the
direction indicator lever to search for a
parking space on the driver or passenger
side of your vehicle.

Note: The system scans both sides of your
vehicle and offers parking spaces one side
at a time if you do not use the direction
indicator.

Note: The system defaults to the passenger
side if you do not use the direction indicator.

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Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)
and perpendicular to the other parked
vehicles when searching for a parking space.

Note: If you drive your vehicle less than 2 ft
(0.5 m) or greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) away from
other parked vehicles, the system may not
be able to detect an available parking
space.

When the system detects a suitable space,
a message displays and a tone sounds. Stop
your vehicle and follow the onscreen
instructions. If your vehicle is moving very
slowly, you may have to move forward a
short distance before the system is ready to
park.

Note: You must observe that the space the
system selects remains clear of obstructions
at all times during the maneuver.

Note: The system always offers the last
detected parking space. For example, if your
vehicle detects multiple spaces when you
are driving, it offers the last one.

Note: If the vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 19 mph (30 km/h), the system
shows a message to instruct you to reduce
the vehicle speed.

Automatically Steering into a Perpendicular
Parking Space

When you shift into reverse (R), with your
hands off the steering wheel and nothing
obstructing its movement, your vehicle steers
itself into the space. The system displays
instructions to move your vehicle backward
and forward in the space.

Note: If the vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interrupt
the maneuver, or the system switches off,
you must take full control of your vehicle.

Note: If the system detects an object is very
close to your vehicle and it may be unsafe
to continue the maneuver, it may instruct you
to stop your vehicle. The system may not
provide any further instruction. Steering
assistance continues to operate but you
must decide if it is safe to continue the
maneuver.

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When you believe your vehicle is correctly
parked, or a solid tone sounds and an
information message appears, bring your
vehicle to a complete stop.

When the active park assist maneuver is
complete, a tone sounds and a message
appears.

Note: You are responsible for checking how
your vehicle is parked and making any
necessary corrections before leaving your
vehicle.

Deactivating Active Park Assist

You can manually deactivate the system by:
•

Pressing the Active Park Assist button
during an active maneuver.

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Grabbing the steering wheel during an
active maneuver.

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Driving above 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30
seconds when searching for a parking
space.

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Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during an
active maneuver.

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Switching the traction control system off.

Certain vehicle conditions may also
deactivate the system, for example:
•

The traction control system activates or
fails.

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The anti-lock brake system activates or
fails.

If the system malfunctions, a message
appears and a tone sounds. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Parallel Park Out Assist

The system steers your vehicle out of a
parallel parking space. You control the
accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system
visually and audibly guides you out of a
parallel parking space.

Note: This system is not intended to assist
when exiting a perpendicular parking space.

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Press the button once when your
vehicle is stationary in a parallel
parking space.

Note: If you did not use active park assist to
parallel park your vehicle, pressing the
button once selects parallel park. You must
use the information display to select park
out assist.

The system displays a message instructing
you to switch a direction indicator on. Use
the direction indicator to select which side
of your vehicle you want to exit the parking
space. The system displays instructions to
move your vehicle backward and forward in
the space.

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Note: If the system detects an object is very
close to your vehicle and it may be unsafe
to continue the maneuver, it may instruct you
to stop your vehicle. The system may not
provide any further instruction. Steering
assistance continues to operate but you
must decide if it is safe to continue the
maneuver.

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After the system directs your vehicle to a
position where you can exit the parking
space in a forward movement, a message
appears instructing you to take full control
of your vehicle. Generally, hand-over is when
your vehicle is still inside the parking space.

Note: Parallel Park Out Assist may not be
available when the clearance to the front or
the rear of your vehicle is too small.

Note: If the vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interrupt
the maneuver, or the system switches off,
you must take full control of your vehicle.

Note: You are responsible for controlling
your vehicle and making sure the path is
clear prior to pulling into traffic.

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause

Symptom

You may have switched the traction control off.

The system does not search for a parking space.

The transmission is in reverse (R). Your vehicle must be moving forward to be able to
detect a parking space.

The sensors may be blocked. For example, snow, ice or dirt buildup. Blocked sensors
can affect how the system functions.

The system does not offer a parking space.

There is not enough room in the parking space for your vehicle to safely park.

There is not enough space for the parking maneuver on the opposite side of the parking
space.

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Possible Cause

Symptom

The parking space is more than 5 ft (1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) away.

The vehicle speed is greater than 22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parking or greater than
19 mph (30 km/h) for perpendicular parking.

You recently disconnected or replaced the battery. After you reconnect the battery you
must drive your vehicle on a straight road for a short period of time.

Your vehicle is rolling in the opposite direction of the current transmission position. For
example, rolling forward when in reverse (R).

The system does not correctly position your vehicle
in a parking space.

An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from correctly aligning
your vehicle.

Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be correctly parked.

Your vehicle stopped too far past the parking space.

The tires may not be correctly installed or maintained. For example, not inflated correctly,
improper size, or of different sizes.

A repair or alteration changes the detection capabilities.

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Possible Cause

Symptom

A parked vehicle has a high attachment. For example, a salt sprayer, snowplow or moving
truck bed.

The parking space length or position of parked objects changes after your vehicle passes
the space.

The temperature around your vehicle quickly changes. For example, driving from a
heated garage into the cold, or after leaving a car wash.

REAR VIEW CAMERA

WARNING: The rear view camera

system is a reverse aid supplement device
that still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and exterior
mirrors for maximum coverage.

WARNING: Objects that are close to

either corner of the bumper or under the
bumper, might not be seen on the screen
due to the limited coverage of the camera
system.

WARNING: Reverse your vehicle

slowly. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

WARNING: Use caution when the

rear cargo door is ajar. If the rear cargo
door is ajar, the camera will be out of
position and the video image may be
incorrect. All guidelines disappear when
the rear cargo door is ajar. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury.

WARNING: Use caution when turning

camera features on or off when the
transmission is not in park (P). Make sure
your vehicle is not moving.

The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind your vehicle.

During operation, lines appear in the display
which represent your vehicle’s path and
proximity to objects behind your vehicle.

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The camera is located on the rear cargo
door.

Using the Rear View Camera System

The rear view camera system displays what
is behind your vehicle when you place the
transmission in reverse (R).

Note: The reverse sensing system is not
effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.

The system uses three types of guides to
help you see what is behind your vehicle:
•

Active guidelines: Show the intended
path of your vehicle when reversing.

•

Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path
your vehicle is moving in while reversing
in a straight line. This can be helpful
when backing into a parking space or
aligning your vehicle with another object
behind you.

•

Centerline: Helps align the center of your
vehicle with an object. For example, a
trailer.

Note: If the transmission is in reverse (R) and
the rear cargo door is open, no rear view
camera features display.

Note: When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing. This might not provide
adequate coverage as it usually provides in
normal operation and some objects might
not be seen. In some vehicles, the
guidelines may disappear when you connect
the trailer tow connector.

The camera may not operate correctly under
the following conditions:
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Nighttime or dark areas if one or both
reverse lamps are not operating.

•

Mud, water or debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean the lens with a soft,
lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.

•

The rear of your vehicle is hit or
damaged, causing the camera to become
misaligned.

Camera Guidelines

Note: Active guidelines are only available
when the transmission is in reverse (R).

Note: Upon a battery disconnect, the active
guidelines may not be functional until you
drive your vehicle a short distance and
exceed a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h).

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A

B C

D

F

E

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Active guidelines

A

Centerline

B

Fixed guideline: Green zone

C

Fixed guideline: Yellow zone

D

Fixed guideline: Red zone

E

Rear bumper

F

Active guidelines are only shown with fixed
guidelines. To use active guidelines, turn
the steering wheel to point the guidelines
toward an intended path. If you change the
steering wheel position while reversing, your
vehicle might deviate from the original
intended path.

The fixed and active guidelines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guidelines do not
display when the steering wheel position is
straight.

Always use caution while reversing. Objects
in the red zone are closest to your vehicle
and objects in the green zone are farther
away. Objects are getting closer to your
vehicle as they move from the green zone
to the yellow or red zones. Use the side view
mirrors and rear view mirror to get better
coverage on both sides and rear of the
vehicle.

Camera System Settings

You can access the rear view camera system
settings through the display screen. See
Settings (page 486).

Enhanced Park Aids or Park Pilot

Selectable settings for this feature are on
and off.

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The system uses red, yellow and green
highlights that appear on top of the video
image when any of the sensing systems
detect an object.

Manual Zoom

WARNING: When manual zoom is

on, the full area behind your vehicle may
not show. Be aware of your surroundings
when using the manual zoom feature.

Note: Manual zoom is only available when
the transmission is in reverse (R).

Note: When you enable manual zoom, only
the centerline is shown.

Selectable settings for this feature are zoom
in (+) and zoom out (-). Press the symbol in
the camera screen to change the view. The
default setting is zoom off.

This allows you to get a closer view of an
object behind your vehicle. The zoomed
image keeps the bumper in the image to
provide a reference. The zoom is only active
while the transmission is in reverse (R).

Rear Camera Delay

Selectable settings for this feature are on
and off.

The default setting for the rear camera delay
is off.

When shifting the transmission out of reverse
(R) and into any gear other than park (P), the
camera image remains in the display until:
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Your vehicle speed sufficiently increases.

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You shift your vehicle into park (P).

360 DEGREE CAMERA

(IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: The 360 degree camera

system still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with looking out of the
windows, and checking the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum coverage.

WARNING: You may not see objects

that are close to either corner of the
bumper or under the bumper due to the
limited coverage of the camera system.

WARNING: Use caution when

turning camera features on or off when the
transmission is not in park (P). Make sure
your vehicle is not moving.

WARNING: At all times, you are

responsible for controlling your vehicle,
supervising the system and intervening, if
required. Failure to take care may result in
the loss of control of your vehicle, serious
personal injury or death.

Note: Use caution using the 360 view when
any of the doors are ajar. If a door is ajar,
the camera will be out of position and the
video image may be incorrect.

The 360 degree camera system consists of
front, side and rear cameras. The system:
•

Allows you to see what is directly in front
or behind your vehicle.

•

Provides cross traffic view in front and
behind your vehicle.

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•

Allows you to see a top-down view of the
area outside your vehicle, including the
blind spots.

•

Provides visibility around your vehicle to
you in parking maneuvers such as:
•

Centering in a parking space.

•

Obstacles near vehicle.

•

Parallel parking.

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The front camera enable button is
located near the display screen
and turns on the front camera

when your vehicle is not in reverse (R).

Using the System

Note: The 360 degree camera system turns
off when your vehicle is in motion at low
speed, except when in reverse (R).

The front and rear cameras have multiple
screens which consist of: normal view with
360, normal view, and split view. When in
park (P), neutral (N) or drive (D), only the front
images display when you press the button.
When in reverse (R), only the rear images
display.

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Press to access the different
camera views.

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Normal + 360 view: Contains the
normal camera view next to a 360
degree camera view.

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Normal view: Provides an image
of what is directly in front or behind
your vehicle.

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Split view: Provides an extended
view of what is in front or behind
your vehicle.

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Zooms in on the image.

Keep Out Zone

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The Keep Out Zone is represented by the
yellow dotted lines running parallel to your
vehicle. It is designed to give you the
indication on the ground of the fully
extended outside mirror position.

Front Camera

WARNING: The front camera system

still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with looking out of your
vehicle.

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Note: The system turns off the front video
image when your vehicle is in motion at low
speed, except when in reverse (R).

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The front video camera, located behind the
star emblem on the grille, provides a video
image of the area in front of your vehicle. It
adds assistance to the driver while driving
forward at low speeds. To use the front video
camera system, place the transmission in any
gear except reverse (R). An image displays
once you press the front camera enable
button. The image on the screen may vary
according to your vehicle's orientation or
road condition.

Side Camera

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The side view camera, located in the outside
mirror, provides a video image of the area
on the sides of your vehicle as part of the
front 360 + normal view and rear 360 +
normal view. It aids you while parking your
vehicle either forward or backwards.

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USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL

WARNING: Always pay close

attention to changing road conditions when
using adaptive cruise control. The system
does not replace attentive driving. Failing
to pay attention to the road may result in
a crash, serious injury or death.

WARNING: Do not use the adaptive

cruise control when entering or leaving a
highway, on roads with intersections or
roundabouts or non-vehicular traffic or
roads that are winding, slippery, unpaved,
or steep slopes.

WARNING: Do not use the system in

poor visibility, for example fog, heavy rain,
spray or snow.

WARNING: Do not use the system

when towing a trailer that has aftermarket
electronic trailer brake controls. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.

WARNING: Do not use tire sizes

other than those recommended because
this can affect the normal operation of the
system. Failure to do so may result in a loss
of vehicle control, which could result in
serious injury.

WARNING: Adaptive cruise control

may not detect stationary or slow moving
vehicles below 6 mph (10 km/h).

WARNING: Adaptive cruise control

does not detect pedestrians or objects in
the road.

WARNING: Adaptive cruise control

does not detect oncoming vehicles in the
same lane.

WARNING: Adaptive cruise control

is not a crash warning or avoidance
system.

The system adjusts your vehicle speed to
maintain the set gap between you and the
vehicle in front of you in the same lane. You
can select four gap settings.

The system uses a radar sensor which
projects a beam directly in front of your
vehicle.

Note: It is your responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely and be in control of the vehicle
at all times.

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The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel. See Cruise Control (page 92).

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On

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Press and release the button.

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The indicator, current gap setting
and set speed appear in the
information display.

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Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed

Drive to your preferred speed.

Press and release the button.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

The indicator, current gap setting and set
speed appear in the information display.

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Note: When adaptive cruise control is active,
the speedometer may vary slightly from the
set speed displayed in the information
display.

Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed
When Your Vehicle is Stationary

Follow a vehicle to a complete stop.

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Press while keeping the brake
pedal fully pressed.

The set speed adjusts to 20 mph (30 km/h).

The indicator, current gap setting and set
speed appear in the information display.

Following a Vehicle

WARNING: When following a vehicle,

your vehicle does not always decelerate
quickly enough to avoid a crash without
driver intervention. Always apply the
brakes when necessary. Failing to do so
may result in a crash, serious injury or
death.

WARNING: Adaptive cruise control

only warns of vehicles detected by the
radar sensor. In some cases there may be
no warning or a delayed warning. You
should always apply the brakes when
necessary. Failure to do so may result in a
crash, serious injury or death.

When a vehicle ahead of you enters the
same lane or a slower vehicle is ahead in the
same lane, the vehicle speed adjusts to
maintain a preset gap distance. A vehicle
graphic illuminates in the instrument cluster.

Note: The brakes may emit noise when
applied by the system.

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