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er's Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem's operation and limitations.
Upper speed limit
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily.
If the vehicle speed falls below approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system once again re‐
sponds according to the setting.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 36.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following situa‐
tions:
▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow roads.
▷ The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,
for instance by stickers.
A Check Control message is displayed when the
system is not fully functional.
Displaying warnings
Depending on the selected warning settings,
e.g., warning time, more or fewer warnings can
be displayed. However, there may also be an ex‐
cess of premature warnings of critical situations.
Rear-end collision
preparation
Principle
Depending on the equipment and national-mar‐
ket version, the rear-end collision preparation can
react to vehicles approaching from behind.
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Safety
General information
Radar sensors monitor the area behind the vehi‐
cle.
When a vehicle approaches from the rear at a
certain speed, the system can react as as fol‐
lows:
▷ Where applicable, the hazard warning flashers
will be switched on.
▷ Where applicable, the PreCrash functions are
triggered.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver's personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver's personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
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