Infiniti Jx35 (2013 year). Manual — part 25

If the BSI system is on and your vehicle ap-
proaches a lane marker while another vehicle is in
the detection zone, the system chimes a sound
(three times) and the Blind spot warning indicator
light flashes. Then, the BSI system slightly ap-
plies the brakes on one side to help return the
vehicle back to the center of the driving lane.

NOTE:

When overtaking several vehicles in a row,
the vehicles after the first vehicle may not
be detected if they are traveling close to-
gether.

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Entering from the side

The Blind spot warning indicator light illuminates
if a vehicle enters the detection zone from either
side.

NOTE:

The radar sensors may not detect a vehicle
which is traveling at about the same speed
as your vehicle when it enters the detection
zone.

If the driver activates the turn signal, then the
Blind spot warning indicator light flashes and a
chime will sound twice.

NOTE:

If the driver activates the turn signal before
a vehicle enters the detection zone, the
Blind spot warning indicator light will flash
but no chime will sound when another ve-
hicle is detected.

If the BSI system is on and your vehicle ap-
proaches the lane marker while another vehicle is
in the detection zone, the Blind spot warning
indicator light flashes and a chime will sound
three times. Then, the BSI system slightly applies
the brakes on one side to help return the vehicle
back to the center of the driving lane.

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NOTE:

● The BSI system will not operate if your ve-

hicle is on a lane marker when another ve-
hicle enters the detection zone. In this case
only the BSW system operates.

● BSI braking will not operate or will stop

operating and only a warning chime will
sound under the following conditions.

– When the brake pedal is depressed.

– When the accelerator pedal is depressed

while brake control assist is provided.

– When steering quickly.

– When the ICC, DCA, FCW or IBA warn-

ings sound.

– When the hazard warning flashers are

operated.

– When driving on a curve at a high speed.

RADAR MAINTENANCE

The two radar sensors for the BSW, BSI and BCI
systems are located near the rear bumper. Al-
ways keep the area near the radar sensors clean.

The radar sensors may be blocked by temporary
ambient conditions such as splashing water, mist
or fog.

The blocked condition may also be caused by
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the
radar sensors.

Check for and remove objects obstructing the
area around the radar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transparent ma-
terial), install accessories or apply additional
paint near the radar sensors.

Do not strike or damage the area around the
radar sensors. Consult an INFINITI retailer if the
area around the radar sensors is damaged due to
a collision.

Lane camera maintenance

For information of camera maintenance, see
“Lane camera unit maintenance” in this section.

Sonar sensor maintenance

For information of sonar sensor maintenance, see
“Sensor maintenance” in the this section.

Radio frequency statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules and RSS-310 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interfer-

ence.

2. This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Frequency of operation: 24.05GHz — 24.25GHz

Field Strength: Not greater than 2.5V/m peak
(0.25V/m average) at a distance of 3 m.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
or TV interference caused by unauthorized modi-
fications to this equipment. Such modification s
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE
CONTROL

1.

ACCEL/RES switch

2.

COAST/SET switch

3.

CANCEL switch

4.

ON·OFF switch

● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it

will cancel automatically. The SET indicator
in the vehicle information display will blink to
warn the driver.

● If the engine coolant temperature becomes

excessively high, the cruise control system
will be canceled automatically.

● If the SET indicator blinks, turn the cruise

control main switch off and have the system
checked by your INFINITI retailer.

● The SET indicator may sometimes blink

when the cruise control main switch is
turned ON while pushing the ACCEL/RES,
COAST/SET or CANCEL switch. To prop-
erly set the cruise control system, perform
the steps below in the order indicated.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driving
under the following conditions:

● when it is not possible to keep the ve-

hicle at a set speed

● in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in

speed

● on winding or hilly roads
● on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
● in very windy areas
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.

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CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS

The cruise control allows driving at a speed be-
tween 25 - 89 MPH (40 - 144 km/h) without
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push the
ON·OFF switch on. The CRUISE indicator light in
the vehicle information display will illuminate.

To set cruising speed, accelerate the vehicle to
the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch
and release it. The SET indicator light in the
vehicle information display will illuminate. Take
your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle
maintains the set speed.

● To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-

celerator pedal. When you release the
pedal, the vehicle returns to the previously
set speed.

● The vehicle may not maintain the set speed

when going up or down steep hills. If this
happens, drive without the cruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, use one of the
following three methods.

● Push the CANCEL button; the SET indicator

light in the vehicle information display goes
out.

● Tap the brake pedal; the SET indicator light

goes out.

● Push the ON·OFF switch off. Both the

CRUISE indicator light and SET indicator
light in the vehicle information display go out.

The cruise control is automatically canceled and
the SET light in the vehicle information display
goes out if:

● you depress the brake pedal while pushing

the ACCEL/RES or SET/COAST switch.
The preset speed is deleted from memory.

● the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH

(13 km/h) below the set speed.

● you move the shift selector to N (Neutral).

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods.

● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push and
release the COAST/SET switch.

● Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch.

When the vehicle attains the speed you de-
sire, release the switch.

● Push and release the ACCEL/RES switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed in-
creases by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods.

● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-

hicle attains the desired speed, push the
COAST/SET switch and release it.

● Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re-

lease the switch when the vehicle slows to
the desired speed.

● Push and release the COAST/SET switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed de-
creases by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-
lease the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle re-
turns to the last set cruising speed when the
vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h).

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The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
maintains a selected distance from the vehicle in
front of you within the speed range of 0 to
90 MPH (0 to 144 km/h) up to the set speed. The
set speed can be selected by the driver between
20 to 90 MPH (32 to 144 km/h).

The vehicle travels at a set speed when the road
ahead is clear.

The ICC system can be set to one of two cruise
control modes.

● Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode:

For maintaining a selected distance be-
tween your vehicle and the vehicle in front of
you up to the preset speed.

● Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control

mode:

For cruising at a preset speed.

WARNING

● Always observe posted speed limits

and do not set the speed over them.

● Always drive carefully and attentively

when using either cruise control mode.
Read

and

understand

the

Owner’s

Manual thoroughly before using the
cruise control. To avoid serious injury or
death, do not rely on the system to pre-
vent accidents or to control the vehi-
cle’s speed in emergency situations. Do
not use cruise control except in appro-
priate road and traffic conditions.

● In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise

control mode, a warning chime will not
sound to warn you if you are too close
to the vehicle ahead. Pay special atten-
tion to the distance between your ve-
hicle and the vehicle ahead of you or a
collision could occur.

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC)
SYSTEM (Full Speed Range) (if so
equipped)

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1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

2. Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control

mode

Push the CRUISE ON/OFF switch

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A

to choose

the cruise control mode between the vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control mode

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1

and the con-

ventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode

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2

.

To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode

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1

, quickly push and release the CRUISE

ON/OFF switch

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A

. To choose the conventional

(fixed speed) cruise control mode

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2

, push and

hold the CRUISE ON/OFF switch

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A

for longer

than approximately 1.5 seconds.

Once a control mode is activated, it cannot be
changed to the other cruise control mode. To
change the mode, push the CRUISE ON/OFF
switch once to turn the system off. Then push the
CRUISE ON/OFF switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on and select the desired cruise control
mode.

Always confirm the setting in the Intelligent
Cruise Control system display.

For the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode,
see the following description. The conventional
(fixed speed) cruise control mode, see “Conven-
tional (fixed speed) cruise control mode”.

SELECTING THE VEHICLE-TO-
VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL
MODE

To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode

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1

, quickly push and release the CRUISE

ON/OFF switch

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A

.

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode,
the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system auto-
matically maintains a selected distance from the
vehicle traveling in front of you according to that
vehicle’s speed (up to the set speed), or at the
set speed when the road ahead is clear.

With ICC, the driver can maintain the same
speed as other vehicles without the constant
need to adjust the set speed as you would with a
normal cruise control system.

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PRECAUTIONS ON VEHICLE-TO-
VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL
MODE

The system is intended to enhance the operation
of the vehicle when following a vehicle traveling in
the same lane and direction.

If the distance sensor

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A

detects a slower mov-

ing vehicle ahead, the system will reduce the
vehicle speed so that your vehicle follows the
vehicle in front at the selected distance.

The system automatically controls the throttle
and applies the brakes (up to 25% of vehicle
braking power) if necessary.

The detection range of the sensor is approxi-
mately 490 ft (150 m) ahead.

WARNING

● This system is only an aid to assist the

driver and is not a collision warning or
avoidance device. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times.

● The system is primarily intended for use

on straight, dry, open roads with light
traffic. It is not advisable to use the
system in city traffic or congested
areas.

● This system will not adapt automati-

cally to road conditions. This system
should be used in evenly flowing traffic.
Do not use the system on roads with
sharp curves, or on icy roads, in heavy
rain or in fog.

The distance sensor will not detect the following
objects:

● Stationary and slow moving vehicles
● Pedestrians or objects in the roadway
● Oncoming vehicles in the same lane

● Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel lane

WARNING

● As there is a performance limit to the

distance control function, never rely
solely on the Intelligent Cruise Control
system. This system does not correct
careless, inattentive or absent-minded
driving, or overcome poor visibility in
rain, fog, or other bad weather. Deceler-
ate the vehicle speed by depressing the
brake pedal, depending on the distance
to the vehicle ahead and the surround-
ing circumstances in order to maintain
a safe distance between vehicles.

● If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the

vehicle

decelerates

to

a

standstill

within the limitations of the system. The
system will cancel once it judges that
the vehicle has come to a standstill and
sound a warning chime. To prevent the
vehicle from moving, the driver must
depress the brake pedal.

● The system may not detect the vehicle

in front of you in certain road or weather
conditions. To avoid accidents, never
use the Intelligent Cruise Control sys-
tem under the following conditions:

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– On roads where the traffic is heavy or

there are sharp curves

– On slippery road surfaces such as on

ice or snow, etc.

– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,

etc.)

– When rain, snow or dirt adhere to the

bumper around the distance sensor

– On steep downhill roads (the vehicle

may go beyond the set vehicle speed
and frequent braking may result in
overheating the brakes)

– On repeated uphill and downhill

roads

– When traffic conditions make it diffi-

cult to keep a proper distance be-
tween vehicles because of frequent
acceleration or deceleration

● Do not use the Intelligent Cruise Con-

trol system if you are towing a trailer.
The system may not detect a vehicle
ahead.

● In some road or traffic conditions, a

vehicle or object can unexpectedly
come into the sensor detection zone
and cause automatic braking. You may
need to control the distance from other
vehicles using the accelerator pedal. Al-
ways stay alert and avoid using the ICC
system when it is not recommended in
this section.

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE OPERATION

Always pay attention to the operation of the ve-
hicle and be ready to manually control the proper
following distance. The vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode of the Intelligent Cruise Con-
trol (ICC) system may not be able to maintain the
selected distance between vehicles (following
distance) or selected vehicle speed under some
circumstances.

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The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
uses a sensor

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A

located behind the front bum-

per of the vehicle to detect vehicles traveling
ahead. The sensor generally detects the signals
returned from the vehicle ahead. Therefore, if the
sensor cannot detect the reflection from the ve-
hicle ahead, the ICC system may not maintain the
selected distance.

The following are some conditions in which the
sensor cannot detect the signals:

● When the snow or road spray from traveling

vehicles reduces the sensor’s visibility

● When excessively heavy baggage is loaded

in the rear seat or the luggage room of your
vehicle

The ICC system is designed to automatically
check the sensor’s operation within the limitation
of the system. When the front bumper area of the
distance sensor is covered with dirt or is ob-
structed, the system will automatically cancel. If
the front bumper area of the distance sensor is
covered with ice, a transparent or translucent
vinyl bag, etc., the ICC system may not detect
them. In these instances, the vehicle to vehicle
distance control mode may not cancel and may
not be able to maintain the selected following
distance from the vehicle ahead. Be sure to
check and clean the front bumper area of the
distance sensor regularly.

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is
designed to maintain a selected distance and
reduce the speed to match the slower vehicle
ahead. The system will decelerate the vehicle as
necessary and if the vehicle ahead comes to a
stop, the vehicle decelerates to a standstill. How-
ever, the ICC system can only apply up to 25% of
the vehicles total braking power. This system
should only be used when traffic conditions allow
vehicle speeds to remain fairly constant or when
vehicle speeds change gradually. If a vehicle
moves into the traveling lane ahead or if a vehicle
traveling ahead rapidly decelerates, the distance
between vehicles may become closer because
the ICC system cannot decelerate the vehicle
quickly enough. If this occurs, the ICC system will
sound a warning chime and blink the system
display to notify the driver to take necessary
action.

The system will cancel and a warning chime will
sound if the speed is below approximately
15 MPH (24 km/h) and a vehicle is not detected
ahead. The system will also disengage when the
vehicle goes above the maximum set speed.

See “Approach warning” later in this section.

The following items are controlled in the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode:

● When there are no vehicles traveling ahead,

the

vehicle-to-vehicle

distance

control

mode maintains the speed set by the driver.
The set speed range is between approxi-
mately 20 and 90 MPH (32 and 144 km/h).

● When there is a vehicle traveling ahead, the

vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
adjusts the speed to maintain the distance,
selected by driver, from the vehicle ahead.
The adjusting speed range is up to the set
speed. If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop,
the vehicle decelerates to a standstill within
the limitations of the system. The system will
cancel once it judges a standstill with a
warning chime.

● When the vehicle traveling ahead has moved

out from its lane of travel, the vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control mode accelerates
and maintains vehicle speed up to the set
speed.

The ICC system does not control vehicle speed
or warn you when you approach stationary and
slow moving vehicles. You must pay attention to
vehicle operation to maintain proper distance
from vehicles ahead when approaching toll gates
or traffic congestion.

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The detection zone of the ICC sensor is limited. A
vehicle ahead must be in the detection zone for
the vehicle-to-vehicle distance detection mode
to maintain the selected distance from the vehicle
ahead.

A vehicle ahead may move outside of the detec-
tion zone due to its position within the same lane
of travel. Motorcycles may not be detected in the
same lane ahead if they are traveling offset from
the centerline of the lane. A vehicle that is enter-
ing the lane ahead may not be detected until the
vehicle has completely moved into the lane. If
this occurs, the ICC system may warn you
by blinking the system indicator and
sounding the chime. The driver may have to

manually control the proper distance away
from vehicle traveling ahead.

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When driving on some roads, such as winding,
hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are
under construction, the ICC sensor may detect
vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily not
detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may cause
the ICC system to decelerate or accelerate the
vehicle.

The detection of vehicles may also be affected by
vehicle operation (steering maneuver or traveling
position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle condition. If
this occurs, the ICC system may warn you
by blinking the system indicator and
sounding the chime unexpectedly. You will

have to manually control the proper dis-
tance away from the vehicle traveling
ahead.

When driving on the freeway at a set speed and
approaching a slower traveling vehicle ahead, the
ICC will adjust the speed to maintain the dis-
tance, selected by the driver, from the vehicle
ahead. If the vehicle ahead changes lanes or exits
the freeway, the ICC system will accelerate and
maintain the speed up to the set speed. Pay
attention to the driving operation to maintain con-
trol of the vehicle as it accelerates to the set
speed.

The vehicle may not maintain the set speed on
winding or hilly roads. If this occurs, you will have
to manually control the vehicle speed.

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Intelligent cruise control switch

The system is operated by the CRUISE ON/OFF
switch and four control switches, all mounted on
the steering wheel.

1. ACCEL/RES switch:

Resumes set speed or increases speed in-
crementally.

2. COAST/SET switch:

Sets desired cruise speed, reduces speed
incrementally.

3. CANCEL switch:

Deactivates the system without erasing the
set speed.

4. DISTANCE switch:

Changes the vehicle’s following distance:

● Long
● Middle
● Short

5. CRUISE ON/OFF switch:

Master switch to activate the system

Intelligent cruise control system
display and indicators

The display is located between the speedometer
and tachometer.

1. CRUISE ON/OFF switch indicator:

Indicates that the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
is ON.

2. Vehicle ahead detection indicator:

Indicates whether it detects a vehicle in front
of you.

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3. Set distance indicator:

Displays the selected distance between ve-
hicles set with the distance switch.

4. Set vehicle speed indicator:

Indicates the set vehicle speed.

For Canadian models, the speed is dis-
played in km/h.

5. Intelligent Cruise Control system warning

light (orange):

The light comes on if there is a malfunction in
the ICC system.

Operating vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode

To turn on the cruise control, quickly push
and release the CRUISE ON/OFF switch

䊊

A

on.

The cruise indicator light, set distance indicator
and set vehicle speed indicator come on and in a
standby state for setting.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle
to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET
switch and release it. (Vehicle ahead detection
indicator, set distance indicator and set vehicle
speed indicator

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B

will come on.) Take your foot

off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will main-
tain the set speed.

When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set and the ICC indicators will blink for approxi-
mately 2 seconds:

● When traveling below 20 MPH (32 km/h)

and the vehicle ahead is not detected

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● When the shift selector not in the D (Drive)

or Manual mode

● When the parking brake is applied
● When the brakes are operated by the driver

When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set.

A warning chime will sound and a message will
pop up.

● When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To

use the ICC system, turn off the SNOW
mode switch, push the CRUISE ON/OFF
switch to turn off the ICC and reset the ICC
switch by pressing the CRUISE ON/OFF
switch again.) For details about the SNOW
mode switch, see “Snow mode” in this sec-
tion.

● When the VDC system is off (To use the ICC

system, turn on the VDC system. Push the
CRUISE ON/OFF switch to turn off the ICC
system and reset the ICC switch by pushing
the CRUISE ON/OFF switch again.)

For details about the VDC system, see “Ve-
hicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in this
section.

● When ABS or VDC (including the traction

control system) is operating

● When a wheel is slipping (To use the ICC

system, make sure the wheels are no longer
slipping. Push the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
to turn off the ICC, and reset the ICC system
by pushing the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
again.)

1. System set display with vehicle ahead

2. System set display without vehicle ahead

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System operation

WARNING

Normally when controlling the distance to
a vehicle ahead, this system automatically
accelerates or decelerates your vehicle
according to the speed of the vehicle
ahead. Depress the accelerator to prop-
erly accelerate your vehicle when accel-
eration is required for a lane change. De-
press the brake pedal when deceleration
is required to maintain a safe distance to
the vehicle ahead due to its sudden brak-
ing or if a vehicle cuts in. Always stay alert
when using the ICC system.

The driver sets the desired vehicle speed based
on the road conditions. The ICC system main-
tains the set vehicle speed, similar to standard
cruise control, as long as no vehicle is detected in
the lane ahead.

The ICC system displays the set speed.

Vehicle detected ahead:

When a vehicle is detected in the lane ahead, the
ICC system decelerates the vehicle by control-
ling the throttle and applying the brakes to match
the speed of a slower vehicle ahead. The system

then controls the vehicle speed based on the
speed of the vehicle ahead to maintain the driver
selected distance.

The stoplights of the vehicle come on when
breaking is performed by the ICC system.

When the brake operates, a noise may be
heard. This is not a malfunction.

When a vehicle ahead is detected, the vehicle
ahead detection indicator comes on. The ICC
system will also display the set speed and se-
lected distance.

Vehicle ahead not detected:

When a vehicle is no longer detected ahead, the
ICC system gradually accelerates your vehicle to
resume the previously set vehicle speed. The ICC
system then maintains the set speed.

When a vehicle is no longer detected the vehicle
ahead detection indicator turns off.

If a vehicle ahead appears during acceleration to
the set vehicle speed or any time the ICC system
is in operation, the system controls the distance
to that vehicle.

When a vehicle is no longer detected under
approximately 15 MPH (24 km/h), the system will
be canceled.

When passing another vehicle, the set speed
indicator

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B

will flash when the vehicle speed

exceeds the set speed. The vehicle detect indi-
cator will turn off when the area ahead of the
vehicle is open. When the pedal is released, the
vehicle will return to the previously set speed.

Even though your vehicle speed is set in the ICC
system, you can depress the accelerator pedal
when it is necessary to accelerate your vehicle
rapidly.

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