ENTERING A PARALLEL PARKING
SPACE
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select parallel park.
Note:The system detects other vehicles andcurbs to find a parking space.
4.Use the turn signal to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:If the turn signal is not used, thesystem defaults to searching for a parkingspot on the passenger side of your vehicle.
5.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and parallel to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
6.Press and hold the brake pedal.
7.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
9.Active park assist is a multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
Note:When parallel parking betweenobjects, the system will park closer to theobject in front of your vehicle to allow easieraccess to the luggage compartment.
ENTERING A PERPENDICULAR
PARKING SPACE
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select perpendicular parking.
Note:Active park assist does not recognizeparking space lines and centers your vehiclebetween objects.
Note:Active park assist backs your vehicleinto parking spaces.
4.Use the turn signal to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:If the turn signal is not used, thesystem defaults to searching for a parkingspot on the passenger side of your vehicle.
5.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and perpendicular to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
6.Press and hold the brake pedal.
7.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
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9.Active park assist is a multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:Active park assist aligns the front-endof your vehicle with the lane side of theobject next to it.
Note:When only one object is detected, thesystem allows enough distance to open thedoor on either side.
Note:Slow down your vehicle at any timeby pressing the brake pedal.
EXITING A PARKING SPACE
Active park assist only assists leaving parallelparking spaces.
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select parallel park exit.
4.Use the turn signal to choose thedirection to exit the parking space.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal.
6.Release the steering wheel and shift intothe instructed gear.
7.Release the brake pedal.
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when exiting theparking space. You are responsible forstopping your vehicle.
9.Active park assist is multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until the operation iscomplete.
Note:After active park assist drives yourvehicle to a position where you can exit theparking space in a forward movement, amessage appears instructing you to take fullcontrol of your vehicle.
10.Take control of your vehicle.
Note:Slow down your vehicle at any timeby pressing the brake pedal.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
ActionMessage
The system requiresservice. Have yourvehicle checked assoon as possible.
Active Park Fault
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Why does active park assist not operatecorrectly?
The system is unable to detect a vehicle,curb or object to park next to or inbetween. The system needs boundaryobjects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search fora parking space?
You have switched traction control off.
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WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speedwithout keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.
Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speedis greater than 20 mph (30 km/h).
SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL ON
AND OFF
WARNING: Do not use cruise controlon winding roads, in heavy traffic or whenthe road surface is slippery. This couldresult in loss of vehicle control, seriousinjury or death.
The cruise controls are on the steeringwheel. See What Is Cruise Control (page256).
Switching Cruise Control On
Press the button.
Switching Cruise Control Off
Press the button when the systemis in standby mode.
The system also turns off when you switchthe ignition off.
Note:The set speed erases when you switchthe system off.
SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL
SPEED
WARNING: When you are goingdownhill, your vehicle speed couldincrease above the set speed. The systemdoes not apply the brakes.
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press either button to set thecurrent speed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Note:The indicator changes color in theinformation display.
Changing the Set Speed
Press and release the button toincrease the set speed in smallincrements.
Press and hold the button to accelerate.Release the button when you reach yourpreferred speed.
Press and release the button todecrease the set speed in smallincrements.
Press and hold the button to decelerate.Release the button when you reach yourpreferred speed.
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Note: If you accelerate by pressing theaccelerator pedal, the set speed does notchange. When you release the acceleratorpedal, your vehicle returns to the speed thatyou previously set.
CANCELING THE SET SPEED
Press the button, or tap the brakepedal to cancel the set speed.
Note:The system remembers the set speed.
Note:The system cancels if the vehiclespeed drops below 10 mph (16 km/h) underthe set speed when driving uphill.
RESUMING THE SET SPEED
Press the button.
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORS
Illuminates when you switch thesystem on.
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HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL WITH STOP AND GO
WORK
Adaptive cruise control with stop and gouses radar and camera sensors to maintaina set gap between your vehicle and thevehicle in front of you while following it to acomplete stop. Stop and go can also be setto follow a vehicle directly in front of you andadjust the set speed, while you are at acomplete stop.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention. Failureto follow this instruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle, personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not use adaptivecruise control on winding roads, in heavytraffic or when the road surface is slippery.This could result in loss of vehicle control,serious injury or death.
WARNING: Pay close attention tochanging road conditions such as enteringor leaving a highway, on roads withintersections or roundabouts, roadswithout visible lanes of travel, roads thatare unpaved, or steep slopes. Failure tofollow this instruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle, personalinjury or death.
WARNING: The system is not a crashwarning or avoidance system.
WARNING: Do not use the systemwhen towing a trailer that has aftermarketelectronic trailer brake controls. Failure tofollow this instruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle, personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not use tire sizesother than those recommended becausethis can affect the normal operation of thesystem. Failure to do so may result in a lossof vehicle control, which could result inserious injury.
WARNING: Do not use the systemwith a snow plow blade installed.
WARNING: Do not use the system inpoor visibility, for example fog, heavy rain,spray or snow.
When Following a Vehicle
WARNING: When following a vehiclethat is braking, your vehicle does notalways decelerate quickly enough to avoida crash without driver intervention. Applythe brakes when necessary. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury or death.
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Hilly Condition Usage
Select a lower gear when the system isactive in situations such as prolongeddownhill driving on steep slopes, for examplein mountainous areas.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS
Sensor Limitations
WARNING: On rare occasions,detection issues can occur due to the roadinfrastructures, for example bridges,tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases,the system may brake late orunexpectedly. At all times, you areresponsible for controlling your vehicle,supervising the system and intervening, ifrequired.
WARNING: If the systemmalfunctions, have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
WARNING: Large contrasts in outsidelighting can limit sensor performance.
WARNING: The system only warnsof vehicles detected by the radar sensor.In some cases there may be no warningor a delayed warning. Apply the brakeswhen necessary. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: The system may notdetect stationary or slow moving vehiclesbelow 6 mph (10 km/h).
WARNING: The system does notdetect pedestrians or objects in the road.
WARNING: The system does notdetect oncoming vehicles in the same lane.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly if the sensor is blocked.Keep the windshield free from obstruction.
WARNING: The sensor mayincorrectly track lane markings as otherstructures or objects. This can result in afalse or missed warning.
The camera is mounted on the windshieldbehind the interior mirror.
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Detection issues can occur:
When driving on a different linethan the vehicle in front.A
BWith vehicles that edge into yourlane. The system can only detectthese vehicles once they movefully into your lane.
There may be issues with thedetection of vehicles in front whendriving into and coming out of abend or curve in the road.
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In these cases, the system may brake late orunexpectedly.
If something hits the front end of your vehicleor damage occurs, the radar-sensing zonemay change. This could cause missed orfalse vehicle detection.
Optimal system performance requires a clearview of the road by the windshield-mountedcamera.
Optimal performance may not occur if:
•The camera is blocked.
•There is poor visibility or lightingconditions.
•There are bad weather conditions.
SWITCHING ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL ON AND OFF
The cruise controls are on the steeringwheel.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On
Press the button to set the systemin standby mode.
The indicator, current gap setting and setspeed appear in the information display.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off
Press the button when the systemis in standby mode, or switch theignition off.
Note:You erase the set speed when youswitch the system off.
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION
The system may cancel if:
•The tires lose traction.
•You apply the parking brake.
The system may cancel and set the parkingbrake if:
•You unbuckle the seatbelt and open thedriver door after adaptive cruise controlstops your vehicle.
•Adaptive cruise control holds yourvehicle at a stop continuously for morethan three minutes.
The system may deactivate or preventactivating when requested if:
•The vehicle has a blocked sensor.
•The brake temperature is too high.
•There is a failure in the system or arelated system.
SETTING THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL SPEED
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press either button to set thecurrent speed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator, current gap setting and setspeed appear in the information display.
A vehicle image illuminates if there is avehicle detected in front of you.
Note:When adaptive cruise control is active,the speedometer may vary slightly from theset speed displayed in the informationdisplay.
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speedfrom a Complete Stop
Press and release either buttonwhile keeping the brake pedal fullypressed.
The set speed adjusts to 20 mph (30 km/h).
The indicator, current gap setting and setspeed appear in the information display.
Note:The system will activate from acomplete stop only when it detects a leadvehicle in close proximity.
Manually Changing the Set Speed
Press and release to increase theset speed in small increments.
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