Operation

OPERATION

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 conditions, 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. Failure to follow these warnings can result in an accident or serious personal injury.

The ACC system:
- Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (i.e. a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
- Does not predict the movement of preceding vehicles and will not compensate for such changes.
- 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.
- May not detect a vehicle ahead when strong light (for example, sunrise or sunset) is directly shining on the front of the vehicle.
- Can only apply a maximum of 25% of the vehicle's braking capability, and will not bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
- Cannot take into account street or traffic conditions and the system may be limited by adverse weather conditions.

WARNING:
DO NOT USE ACC
- When driving in fog; heavy rain; heavy snow; sleet; heavy traffic; and complex driving situations (i.e. in highway construction zones).
- 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; and when towing a trailer.
- When circumstances do not allow safe driving at a constant speed.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation

You can only activate ACC if the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (Canada 30 km/h).

When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays "ACC READY".

When the system is OFF, the EVIC displays "ACC OFF".

You cannot enable ACC under the following conditions:
- When you apply the brakes.
- When the parking brake is set.
- When the automatic transmission is in P (Park), R (Reverse), or N (Neutral).
- When the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is switched off.
- When pressing the RES/ACCEL switch without a previously set speed in memory.

To Activate:

Push the speed control lever inward (toward the steering column) and release ("ON/OFF"). The ACC menu in the EVIC displays "ACC READY".





To turn the system OFF, push the lever inward (toward the steering column) again and release. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display "ACC OFF".

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 an accident. Always leave the system OFF when you aren't using it.

To Set a Desired Speed:





When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the lever down and release ("SET/DECEL"). The EVIC will display the set speed.





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 EVIC.
- 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 accelerator pedal.

To Cancel:





The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if:

- You softly tap the brake pedal.
- You depress the brake pedal.
- You push the speed control lever away from you ("CANCEL").
- If ESP/TCS activates.

To Turn Off:

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

- You push and release the lever ("ON/OFF").
- You turn off the ignition.
- You switch off ESP.

To Resume Speed:

Push the lever up and release ("RES/ACCEL"), and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set speed.

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 to sharply for safe operation. This could cause an accident and/or serious injury.

To Vary the Speed Setting:

While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by lifting and holding the lever up ("RES/ACCEL"). If the lever is continually held, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments until the lever is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the EVIC display.

Lifting the lever up and releasing once will result in a 1 mph (Canada 1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent lift and release of the lever results in an increase of 1 mph (Canada 1 km/h).

While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by pushing the lever down and holding ("SET/DECEL"). If the lever is continually held, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments until the lever is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the EVIC display.

Pushing the lever down and releasing once will result in a 1 mph (Canada 1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent push and release of the lever results in a decrease of 1 mph (Canada 1 km/h).

NOTE:
- When you use the lever to decelerate, if the engine's braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system will automatically slow the vehicle.
- 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.

Setting the Following Distance in ACC





The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between long, medium, and 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 EVIC.

You can change the distance setting by pulling the lever toward you and release ("DISTANCE"). Each time this is done, the distance setting toggles between long, medium, and short.

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 EVIC displays the "Sensed Vehicle Indicator" icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed automatically to maintain the distance setting, 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 vehicle ahead slows to a speed below 15 mph (24 km/h) and the system automatically disables itself.
- The distance setting is changed.
- The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation).

The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; however, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, 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 ("ATTENTION") will flash in the EVIC and a chime will sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking capacity. When this occurs, you should immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu

The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The information it displays depends on ACC system status.

Press the Menu button (located on the steering wheel) repeatedly until one of the following displays in the EVIC:

ACC OFF





When ACC is deactivated, the display will read "ACC OFF".

ACC READY





When ACC is activated, the display will read "ACC READY".

ACC SET





When ACC is set, the set speed will display.





The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display while ACC is set.

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

- Set speed change
- Distance setting change
- System cancel
- Acquisition/loss of Target
- Driver override
- System off
- Proximity warning
- ACC unavailable/service ACC warning

The EVIC will return to the last display selected after 5 seconds of no ACC activity.

Display Warnings & Maintenance

ACC Unavailable Warning





The ACC Unavailable Warning will display when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog, heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise or sunset). The ACC system may also become temporarily unavailable due to obstructions, such as dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC will display "ACC UNAVAILABLE".





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 behind the grille, slightly offset from the center of the 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 or the sensor mount. Doing so could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and require a sensor re-alignment.
- If the sensor is damaged due to an accident, see your authorized dealer for service.
- Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, including transparent material, aftermarket grilles or installing a vehicle front-end protector. Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or malfunction.

When the condition that deactivated the system is no longer present, the system will return to the "ACC Off" state and will resume function by simply reactivating it.

NOTE: Installing a vehicle front-end protector or aftermarket grille or modifying the grille, attaching or install any accessories near the sensor is not recommended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC operation.

Service ACC Warning

If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays "SERVICE ACC", it indicates there is an internal system fault that requires service from an authorized dealer.

Precautions While Driving with ACC

In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.

Offset Driving





ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is offset from your direct line of travel. There will not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. The offset vehicle may move in and out of the line of travel, which can cause your vehicle to brake or accelerate unexpectedly.

Turns and Bends





In turns or bends, ACC may detect a vehicle ahead too late or too early. This may cause your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to apply the brakes if necessary. Be sure to select an appropriate speed while driving in curves.

ACC may occasionally provide braking and/or a driver alert that you consider unnecessary. This may be the system's response to signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects in a curve. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.

Lane Changing





ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are travelling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes, and it will not until it may be too late to take action. ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be attentive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary.

Using ACC on Hills





When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC performance may be limited.

Narrow Vehicles





Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.