Driver assist systems -> Introduction for Your Volkswagen Caddy SUV Fifth Generation (2020-2025)

Fault or malfunction. Switch off and restart the engine.  
If the problem persists, switch off Emergency Assist and go to a qualified workshop.  
WARNING  
The intelligent technology used in Emergency Assist cannot overcome the laws of physics, and functions only  
within the limits of the system. The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle.  
Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
Emergency Assist cannot always prevent accidents and serious injuries on its own.  
If the radar sensor or the front camera are covered or have been displaced, Emergency Assist may carry out  
unwanted braking or steering interventions.  
Emergency Assist does not react to persons, animals or vehicles crossing or approaching in the same lane.  
WARNING  
If Emergency Assist is triggered unexpectedly, it can result in accidents and serious injuries.  
If the vehicle behaves differently to expected, cancel the intervention of Emergency Assist by accelerating  
strongly, braking or steering.  
Do not use Travel Assist and Lane Assist. Go to a qualified workshop and have the system checked.  
Introduction  
The lane change assist system(Side Assist) provides assistance when checking for traffic behind the vehicle.  
Radar sensors monitor the area behind the vehicle. The system measures the distance and speed difference in  
relation to other vehicles and informs the driver by means of visual signals in the exterior mirrors.  
System limits  
Use the lane change system only on paved roads.  
The lane change system may interpret the traffic situation incorrectly in the following driving situations, for example:  
On tight bends  
When driving in between two lanes  
When road lanes are not the same width  
At the brow of a hill  
In poor weather conditions  
Where there are special roadside structures, e.g. high or offset crash barriers.  
WARNING  
The intelligent technology used in the lane change system cannot overcome the laws of physics, and functions only  
within the limits of the system. Do not let the increased convenience of the lane change system tempt you into  
taking any safety risks. Always take care when using the lane change assist system as you could otherwise cause  
accidents or injuries. The system is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver.  
Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
Your hands must always remain on the steering wheel so that you can steer at any time.  
Observe the signals on the exterior mirror housing and in the instrument cluster display, and respond to the  
prompts.  
Always pay close attention to the area around your vehicle.  
Never use the lane change assist system if the radar sensors are dirty, covered or damaged. These circumstances  
can impair the proper functioning of the system.  
It may be hard to see the display in the exterior mirror in direct sunlight.  
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