Owner’s Manual

DRIVER SUPPORT
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the previous section "Turning ACC off com-
pletely." The next time the system is switched on,
ACC will be reactivated.
Related information
•
Adaptive Cruise Control – introduction
(p. 176)
•
Adaptive Cruise Control – function (p. 177)
Cruise control (CC) – deactivating
Cruise control is designed to assist the driver by
maintaining a set speed. It is primarily intended
for use on long straight roads in steady traffic,
such as on highways and other main roads.
Automatic deactivation
The cruise control is automatically deactivated
temporarily if one of the following occurs:
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If the speed drops below approximately
20 mph (30 km/h).
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When the brake pedal is depressed.
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If the gear selector is moved to position N.
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During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
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If the vehicle's speed is increased by using
the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
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Engine speed (rpm) is too high or too low.
The currently set speed will be saved in the sys-
tem's memory.
Temporary deactivation
The driver can temporarily deactivate the cruise
control by pressing 0. The saved speed is shown
in brackets in the information display.
Resume set speed
If the cruise control has been deactivated tempo-
rarily, it can be reactivated by pressing
. The
vehicle's speed returns to the most recently set
speed.
WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed
after the
button has been pressed.
Deactivation
The Cruise control is disengaged by pressing
or by switching off the engine. The set speed is
cleared.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy
traffic or when driving on wet or slippery
roads. Cruise control may not maintain set
speed on steep downgrades.
Related information
•
Cruise control (CC) – introduction (p. 173)
•
Cruise control (CC) – engaging and setting
speed (p. 173)