Volvo S90 2019 Owner's Manual page 273

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Distance Alert*
The Distance Alert function can help the
driver become aware if the time interval to
the vehicle in front is too short. The vehicle
must be equipped with a head-up display* in
order to display Distance Alert.
Symbol for Distance Alert on the windshield with
head-up display
In vehicles equipped with a head-up display, a
symbol will be displayed on the windshield as
long as the time interval to the vehicle ahead
is shorter than the set time interval. However,
the Show Driver Support function must be
activated under Settings in the vehicle's menu
system.
Distance Alert is active at speeds
above 30 km/h (20 mph) and only reacts for
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vehicles ahead moving in the same direction
as your vehicle. No distance information is
provided for oncoming, slow-moving or sta-
tionary vehicles.
NOTE
Visual warnings on the windshield may be
difficult to notice in cases of strong sun-
light, reflections, extreme light contrasts,
or if the driver is wearing sunglasses or is
not looking straight ahead.
NOTE
Distance Alert is deactivated while Adap-
tive Cruise Control* or Pilot Assist* is
active.
WARNING
Distance Alert only reacts of the time inter-
val to the vehicle ahead is shorter than the
preset value – vehicle speed is not affec-
ted.
DRIVER SUPPORT
WARNING
The function is supplementary driver
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support intended to facilitate driving
and help make it safer – it cannot han-
dle all situations in all traffic, weather
and road conditions.
The driver is advised to read all sec-
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tions in the Owner's Manual about this
function to learn of its limitations,
which the driver must be aware of
before using the function.
Driver support functions are not a sub-
•
stitute for the driver's attention and
judgment. The driver is always respon-
sible for ensuring the vehicle is driven
in a safe manner, at the appropriate
speed, with an appropriate distance to
other vehicles, and in accordance with
current traffic rules and regulations.
Related information
Activating or deactivating Distance Alert
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(p. 272)
Distance Alert limitations (p. 272)
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Setting time interval to the vehicle ahead
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(p. 297)
* Option/accessory.
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