Driver Alert
Note: Keep the windshield free from
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
obstructions such as bird droppings, insects
and snow or ice.
WARNINGS
Note: The system is intended as a driver aid
when driving on fast main roads and
highways.
The system does not relieve you of
your responsibility to drive with due
care and attention.
Note: The system calculates an alertness
level at vehicle speeds above approximately
65 km/h (40 mph).
The system automatically monitors your
driving behavior using various inputs
including the front camera sensor.
At all times you are responsible for
controlling the vehicle, supervising
the system and intervening if
required.
If the sensor becomes blocked the
system may not function.
If the system detects that you are
Take regular rest breaks as required
and do not wait for the system to
warn you if you feel tired.
becoming drowsy or there is a deterioration
in your driving, the system will alert you.
Take rest breaks only where it is safe
USING DRIVER ALERT
to do so.
Certain driving styles and behavior
may result in the system issuing a
warning even if you are not feeling
tired.
Switching the system on and off
Note: The system status will remain
unchanged during ignition cycles.
Activate the system using the information
display. See InformationDisplays (page
75).
Once activated the system will calculate
your alertness level based upon your
driving behavior in relation to the lane
markings, and other factors.
CAUTIONS
In cold and severe weather conditions
the system may not function. Rain,
snow, spray and large contrasts in
lighting can all influence the sensor.
The system will not operate if the
sensor cannot track the road lane
markings.
System warnings
Note: The system will not issue warnings
The system may not operate in areas
below approximately 65 km/h (40 mph).
during roadworks construction.
The warning system is in two stages. At
first the system issues a temporary warning
that a rest should be taken. This message
will only appear for a short time. If a rest is
not then taken a further warning may be
issued which will remain in the information
display until canceled. See Information
Messages (page 88).
The system may not operate on roads
with sharp bends or narrow lanes.
Do not carry out windshield repairs in
the immediate area surrounding the
sensor.
If your vehicle is fitted with a
suspension kit not approved by us, the
system may not function correctly.
Press OK on the steering wheel control to
remove the warning.
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Mondeo (CA2) Vehicles Built From: 25-11-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2014, CG3536en enGBR, Edition date: 11/2013
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