Driver assist systems
might have been changed by switching off
the ignition or altered by someone else.
Driver assist systems
General information
Safety precautions
System limits
Please note the system limits of the supporting
Please note the safety precautions for the sup-
systems, sensors and cameras ð
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porting systems, sensors and cameras ð
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WARNING
WARNING
– The assist systems cannot overcome the
laws of physics; in some situations it may
not be possible to prevent a collision.
– It is possible that the warnings, notifications
or warning lamps may not be displayed or
activated in time/at the appropriate time,
e.g. if a vehicle is approaching very quickly.
– The corrective steering/braking input from
the assist systems may not be sufficient in
some cases, or there may be no input from
the systems at all. Be prepared to assume
control at all times.
– As the driver, you always have full responsi-
bility for the operation of the vehicle. The
assist systems cannot replace the full con-
centration of the driver. Always devote your
full attention to the road and the traffic sit-
uation, and be prepared to intervene at any
time.
– Only use the assist systems in situations
where it is safe to do so. Always adjust your
driving style to suit the visibility, weather,
road and traffic conditions.
– Loose objects can be flung around in the
passenger compartment in the event of sud-
den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of
accident! Stow objects away safely while the
vehicle is moving.
Note
– The technology which enables the systems
to detect the vehicle’s surroundings is sub-
ject to certain limitations; as a result, the
systems may not warn the driver or inter-
vene in time/at the appropriate time. In ad-
dition, it is possible that the assist systems
may misinterpret driving manoeuvres and
give a warning or intervene unexpectedly.
– Non-standard road conditions, such off-road
terrain, unpaved or gravelly roads, or roads
with heavy cambers or deep ruts, may pre-
vent the system from functioning as expec-
ted.
– The assist systems are only able to react as
intended when the sensors and cameras
function without restrictions. Please observe
the notes on the sensors and cameras
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Note
– Always adhere to the locally applicable laws
and regulations, particularly with regard to
the driver’s responsibilities, as well as the
permitted driving speeds, parking positions,
position of the wheels, distance between
vehicles, forming a lane for emergency
vehicles, etc. As the driver you are always re-
sponsible for adhering to the locally appli-
cable laws and regulations.
– The systems may not function as expected
in unpredictable traffic situations such as in
turning lanes, at blind exits, in roadwork
areas, in case of restricted vision at steep
hill crests or valleys, at intersections, at
roundabouts, at toll gates or in city traffic.
– The ability of the systems to detect the vehi-
cle’s surroundings can be affected, for ex-
ample, by vehicles travelling in front, rain,
snow, heavy road spray or adverse light.
– In towing mode, some assist systems may
be restricted or unavailable, or may not
– You can cancel the steering/braking input
from the system by firmly applying the
brakes yourself, pressing the accelerator
firmly, turning the steering wheel or deacti-
vating the assistance system in question.
– Always check the current settings of the as-
sist systems before setting off. The settings
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