The traffic hazard alert function uses V2X technology and warns about nearby traffic hazards based on the current situation. This can
prevent accidents and improve traffic flow.
Depending on the type of traffic hazard, the driving speed and the degree of vehicle deceleration, a warning about a relevant traffic
hazard is provided as follows:
—Acoustic warning.
—Text message with symbol on the digital instrument cluster.
WARNING
The traffic hazard alert function is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the system limits of
V2X. The traffic hazard alert function cannot recognise all dangerous situations and may not issue a warning or may issue a warning
with a delay. If you rely exclusively on the traffic hazard alert function, there is a risk of accidents and serious injuries or even death.
● Always drive with due care and attention and with an anticipatory driving style and be ready to intervene at all times.
● Observe the system limits (→ V2X technology).
● Always adapt your driving style to the current visibility, weather and road/traffic conditions.
WARNING
Failure to observe traffic hazard alerts can lead to serious accidents and fatal injuries.
● Never ignore traffic hazard alerts.
Symbols for critical hazards
Red symbols warn about critical hazards.
Accident ahead.
Emergency vehicle on active call.
End of traffic jam ahead.
Intervention of an assist system in a vehicle ahead, such as Automatic Emergency Braking.
Symbols of the information level
Yellow symbols warn when a traffic hazard is detected.
Accident ahead.
Emergency vehicle on active call. This symbol may be supplemented by a symbol that indicates the direction from which the
emergency service vehicle is approaching.
Direction from which emergency service vehicle is approaching, e.g. from the rear.
End of traffic jam ahead.
Stationary car or breakdown ahead.
Road works ahead.
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