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To Accelerate For Passing
Press the accelerator as you would normally.
When the pedal is released, the vehicle will
return to the set speed.
Using Cruise Control On Hills
The transmission may downshift on hills to
maintain the vehicle set speed.

NOTE:

The Cruise 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 Cruise Control.
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).
NOTE:

Before returning to the previously set speed,
you must accelerate to a speed close to the
set speed, then push and release the RES
button.
Resume Button Location
In AutoStick (sequential) mode, before
resuming the previously set speed, you should
accelerate until you are close to that speed.
Then, push and release the RES button.
To Deactivate
A tap on the brake pedal deactivates the
Cruise Control without deleting the set speed.
The Cruise Control may also be deactivated by
applying the Electric Park Brake or when the
braking system is operated (e.g. operation of
the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system). The set speed is deleted in the following
cases:
Pushing the on/off button a second time
The ignition is placed in the OFF position
If there is a malfunction with the Cruise
Control system
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If Equipped
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a driver
assist system that combines the Cruise
Control functions with controlling the distance
from the vehicle ahead. ACC increases the
driving convenience provided by Cruise
Control while traveling on highways and major
roadways. However, it is not a safety system
and not designed to prevent collisions. The
Cruise Control function performs differently

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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 uses a radar sensor located
behind the front bumper and a camera located
in the center/upper part of the windshield, to
detect the presence of a vehicle close ahead.
The system sets and holds the vehicle at the
desired speed without needing to press the
accelerator. It also sets and holds a distance
from the vehicle ahead (these settings are set
by the driver).
WARNING!
Cruise 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 Cruise Control
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding,
icy, snow-covered or slippery.
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Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
The minimum set speed for the ACC system is
19 mph (30 km/h) and the maximum is110 mph (180 km/h).
The system cannot be activated:
When pressing the brake pedal.
When the brakes are overheated.
When the Electric Park Brake has been
operated.
When either PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL is
engaged.
When the engine RPM is above a maximum
threshold.
When the vehicle speed is not within the
operational speed range.
When the Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
(or Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) or other
stability control systems) are operating or
have just operated.
When the ESC system is off.
When the Forward Collision Warning system
(if equipped) is braking automatically.
In the event of a system failure.
When the engine is off.
In case of obstruction of the radar sensor (in
this case the bumper area where it is
located must be cleaned).
If the system is set, the conditions described
above also cause a cancellation or deactiva -
tion of the system. These situations may vary
according to the conditions.

NOTE:

The system will not be deactivated when
speeds higher than those set are reached by
pressing the accelerator pedal above
110 mph (180 km/h). In these situations, the system may not work correctly and it is recom -
mended to deactivate it.
To Activate/Deactivate
The system has four operating states:
Enabled (speed not set)
Activated (speed set)
Paused
Deactivated To Activate
To enable the system, push and release the
on/off button located on the left side on the
steering wheel.
On/Off Button
When the system is enabled and ready to
operate, the display shows the white ACC icon
above dashes in place of the speed.
Enabled Icons

Setting a speed activates the system. The
display shows the icon in green with the set
speed.

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 circumstances do not allow safe
driving at a constant speed.
WARNING! (Continued)
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Setting The Distance Between Vehicles
The distance between your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead may be set to one bar (short),
two bars (medium), three bars (long), or four
bars (maximum).Distance Icons
The distances from the vehicle ahead are
proportional to speed.
The interval of time with relation to the vehicle
ahead remains constant and varies from one
second (for the short distance one-bar setting) to two seconds (for the maximum distance
four-bar setting).
The set distance is shown on the display by a
dedicated icon.
The setting is four bars (maximum) the first
time the system is used. After the distance has
been modified by the driver, the new distance
will be stored even if the system is deactivated
and reactivated.
To Decrease The Distance
Push and release the distance button to
decrease the distance setting. The distance
setting decreases by one bar (shorter) every
time the button is pushed.
Distance Button
The set speed is held if there are no vehicles
ahead. Once the shortest distance has been
selected, the next push of the button will set
the maximum distance.
If a slower vehicle is detected in the same
lane, the vehicle icon on the display illumi -
nates from grey to white. The system automat -ically adjusts the vehicle’s speed to keep the
set distance, independently of the set speed.
The vehicle holds the set distance until:
The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed
higher than the set speed.
The vehicle ahead leaves the lane or the
detection field of the Adaptive Cruise
Control system sensor.
The distance setting is changed.
The Adaptive Cruise Control system is deac
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tivated/paused.
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.

WARNING!
The maximum breaking applied by the
system is limited. The driver may apply the
brakes in all cases if needed.
If the system predicts that the braking
level is insufficient to hold the set
distance, either “BRAKE!” or a dedicated
message is displayed to warn the driver of
approaching the vehicle ahead. An
acoustic signal is also emitted. In this
case, it is advised to brake immediately as
necessary to hold a safe distance from the
vehicle ahead.
The driver is responsible for ensuring that
there are no pedestrians, other vehicles or
objects along the direction of the vehicle.
Failure to comply with these precautions
may cause serious accidents and injuries.
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Overtake Aid
When driving with ACC engaged and following
a vehicle at a speed greater than 45 mph
(70 km/h), the system will provide an addi-
tional 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.

The system detects the direction of traffic auto -
matically when the vehicle passes from left
hand traffic to right hand traffic. In this case,
the overtaking assist function is only active
when the reference vehicle is overtaken on the
right. The additional acceleration is deactivated
when the driver uses the right direction indi -
cator and returns to the original lane.

“Stop And Go” Function
The “Stop and Go” operating strategy allows
you to maintain a safe distance from the
vehicle ahead until the vehicle has completely
stopped.
In the event that the ACC system brings your
vehicle to a standstill while following the
vehicle in front, if the vehicle in front 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 vehicle in front does not start moving
within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a
standstill, the driver will have to push the RES/
SET switch upward to restart.
Deactivation

The system is deactivated and the set speed is
canceled if:
The on/off button is pushed (when the
system is on or paused).
The ignition is placed in the OFF position
RACE mode is activated (Quadrifoglio
models)
The system is canceled (the set speed and
distance are stored):
When the system is paused

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When the conditions shown in the “Activating
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” section occur
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Limited Operation Warning
If the dedicated message is shown on the
display, a condition limiting the Adaptive
Cruise Control operation may have occurred.
This could be due to an obstruction of the
vehicle’s sensor or camera. It could also be
due to a fault in the system. If an obstruction
is detected, clean the area of the windshield
opposite the interior rearview mirror, where
the camera is located, as well as the area of
the front fascia/bumper where the sensor is
located. Then check that the message has
disappeared.
When the conditions limiting the system func -
tions end, normal operation will resume.
Should the fault persist, contact 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. The
following are examples of these types of situa -
tions:
Towing A Trailer
Towing a trailer is not advised when using ACC.
Offset Driving
ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane
that is offset from your direct line of travel, or
a vehicle merging in from a side lane. There
may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle
The driver is fully responsible for holding a
safe distance from the vehicle ahead
respecting the highway code in force in
the respective country.
WARNING! (Continued)
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.
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Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équi-
pement doit être installé et utilisé avec un
minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la
source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Ce transmetteur ne doit pas etre place au
meme endroit ou utilise simultanement avec
un autre transmetteur ou antenne.
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM
(HAS) — IF EQUIPPED
The Highway Assist System (HAS) is a driving
assistance system that is only available when
driving on highways. The system operates up
to speeds of 90 mph (145 km/h) when hori -
zontal signs are detected.
The system uses information from the front
camera and radar to help keep the vehicle in
the center of the lane and at a constant speed.
The HAS system combines Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) functions with lane centering
logic to control the trajectory of the vehicle.
The HAS system requires the driver’s hands to
remain on the steering wheel.
Once HAS is activated, a dedicated screen will
appear on the instrument cluster display.
To Activate/Deactivate
To Activate
To activate the HAS system, push the button
located on the left side of the steering wheel. Highway Assist Button
Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the HAS
system:
Steer manually
Press the brake pedal
Disable the ACC device
Activate the turn signals
Push the ACC activation setting button for
two seconds to activate Cruise Control
Place the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE,
or NEUTRAL
Reactivating the ACC system will reactivate
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Automatic Deactivation
The system can be deactivated in the following
situations:
If there are narrow bends
When hands are removed from the steering
wheel
If the left or right turn signal is activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If the driver’s seat belt is released
If the gear selector is placed in DRIVE
If the “Active Braking” function is activated

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If the vehicle exits the highway
If the lane markings are not detected by the
camera
If the ACC device is deactivated
If the vehicle speed exceeds 90 mph
(145 km/h)

NOTE:

When the HAS system is turned off, the
symbol on the display turns red and then
grey.
Hands on the steering wheel are detected
by a capacitive sensor installed in it.
When the automatic suspension conditions
are over, HAS will be automatically reacti -
vated.
Operation
The HAS system only operates when the
driver’s hands are on the steering wheel.
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If the system detects that the driver’s hands
have been removed from the steering wheel,
the system will alert the driver to place their
hands back on the steering wheel

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If the vehicle crosses the lane boundary, the
steering wheel will vibrate and the dedicated
screen will appear in the instrument cluster
display.

NOTE:

The HAS system may take up to five seconds
to turn on once all conditions are met. During
this time, a grey indicator light will appear on
the instrument cluster display and the system
will automatically activate as soon as all of the
conditions are met with no intervention from
the driver.
The following conditions must be met before
the HAS system turns on:
The HAS system must be enabled by
pushing the button on the steering wheel
The vehicle must be on a highway
ACC must be activated
The right and left lane boundaries must be
visible
The vehicle speed must be between 0 and
90 mph (0 and 145 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must
be functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must not be activated
The HAS system must be functioning prop -
erly
Other operating limits:
If the speed of ACC can be set to a higher
value (top speed 110 mph (180 km/h), HAS
is only available as long as the vehicle
speed is equal to or less than 90 mph
(145 km/h).
When the ACC speed is reduced and the
vehicle speed is less than 90 mph
(145 km/h), the system will automatically
reactivate.

If the ACC speed is set to 90 mph (145 km/h),
traveling downhill may increase the vehicle
speed. The HAS system will deactivate until
the speed returns to 90 mph (145 km/h).

Indications On The Display
The HAS system status can always be viewed
in the instrument cluster display.
The system status is indicated by the color of
the symbol on the display.
The HAS system uses sensors in the steering
wheel to detect if the driver’s hands are on it.
If the driver’s hands are not on the steering
wheel, a series of warnings will appear in the
instrument cluster display to alert the driver to
reposition their hands on the steering wheel. An acoustic signal will also sound. After a
period of time, the HAS system will disable if
the driver’s hands do not return to the steering
wheel.
After a period of time, the HAS system will
disable if the driver has not repositioned their
hands on the steering wheel.
When the system does not detect hands on
the steering wheel, it will warn the driver by
displaying a dedicated screen on the instru
-
ment cluster display.
System Status
Active System
When the system is active, the screen below
will appear in the instrument cluster display.
Highway Assist System Active
If on a different menu screen, a symbol will
appear on the instrument cluster display indi -
cating that the system is active.
When the driver’s hands are removed from the
steering wheel, the system disables after a few
seconds. A screen will appear in the instru-
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Automatic Deactivation
System operation will be temporarily disabled
under the following conditions:
When traveling around narrow bends
If the lane boundaries are not detected
One of the two lines is interrupted
The sun is low and reflects on the radar
camera
If the turn signals are activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If manual steering begins
If the driver’s hands are removed from the
steering wheel
When there is no surrounding traffic and
there are no horizontal lane boundaries
If the system is not functioning properly
If lateral acceleration is high

NOTE:

When TJA is turned off, the symbol in the
instrument cluster display will turn red, and
then grey.
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
whether the driver’s hands are placed on
the steering wheel. When the automatic suspension conditions
are over, the TJA system will be automatically
reactivated.
Operation
The TJA system can only operate when the
driver’s hands are on the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands
have been removed from the steering wheel, a
message will appear in the instrument cluster
display to alert the driver to place their hands
back on the wheel.

NOTE:

If the vehicle begins to cross the lane
boundary, the steering wheel will vibrate
and a dedicated screen will appear in the
instrument cluster display.
The TJA system may take up to five seconds
to become active once all conditions are
met.
The following conditions must be met in order
to activate the system:
The TJA system must be enabled
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system
must be turned on
The right and left lane boundaries must be
recognized by the system
The vehicle must be traveling at a speed
between 0 and 37 mph (0 and 60 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must
be functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must be turned off
The TJA system must be functioning prop -
erly
If the ACC speed is set to 37 mph (60 km/h)
or less, traveling downhill may increase the
vehicle speed. The system will remain inac -
tive until the speed returns to 37 mph
(60 km/h) or less.
Indications On The Display
The TJA system status is indicated by the color
of the symbol in the instrument cluster display.
The system uses sensors in the steering wheel
to detect if the driver’s hands are present. If
the driver’s hands are removed, a series of
warnings will appear in the instrument cluster
display to alert the driver to reposition their
hands on the steering wheel. Acoustic signals
will also be emitted.
If the driver’s hands are not returned to the
steering wheel after a period of time, the
system will be disabled.
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If the camera or sensor is damaged,
covered, or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice,
snow, etc.)
The bumper is damaged or misaligned
Interference with other equipment causes
electromagnetic waves
Construction sites
If the indications given by the navigation
system of the radio system are not yet ready
or if the system is recalculating
System Limited Operation
The TJA system may have limited or reduced
functionality when one of the following condi -
tions occurs:
Lane boundaries are not clear or in condi -
tions of poor visibility (e.g. in heavy rain,
snow, fog, etc.)
Either the camera or radar are damaged,
covered, or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice,
snow, etc.)
When driving on hills or narrow bends
Near highway toll booths
When the highway entrance or exit is more
than 20 ft (6 m) wide
If the camera is exposed to glare from
reflections or direct sunlight
NOTE:

If damage to the windshield occurs, have
the windshield replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
If the vehicle approaches a bend that is too
narrow with respect to the current speed,
the TJA system will deactivate.
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
(TSR) SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system
uses a camera mounted on the windshield to
detect recognizable road signs such as:
Speed limits
Signs indicating the end of the situations
indicated above
If the camera does not detect valid speed
limits, the radio system navigation system may
suggest unregulated speed limits.
The system always checks the traffic signs
indicating the current speed limit signs. The
system is able to recognize and display up to
two different road signs in the instrument
cluster display.
Depending on the unit of measurement (km or
mph) set through the “Unit of Measurement”
menu in the radio system, the TSR system will
automatically show the indication of the road
sign in the unit of measurements selected in
the instrument cluster display.
To Activate/Deactivate
The TSR system can be activated/deactivated
in the radio system in the “Driver Assistance”
menu. The system activation is signaled by
road signs shown on the instrument cluster
display.
WARNING!
To prevent serious injury or death:
Always remain alert and be ready to take
control of the car in the event that the TJA
system disables.
Always keep your hands on the steering
wheel when the TJA system is activated.
Maintain a safe distance from other vehi -
cles and pay attention to traffic condi -
tions.
The TJA system should only be used as a
driving aid. The drive must always pay
attention to their surroundings when the
system is operating and be ready to take
control of the vehicle at any time.
Do not place any objects on the steering
wheel (e.g. steering wheel covers) which
could interfere with the hand detection
sensor on the steering wheel.
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