Traffic-Aware Cruise Control - Tesla MODEL 3 2012 Owner's Manual

Traffic-Aware Cruise Control

NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control, or the feature may not operate exactly as
described. If your vehicle is not equipped, refer to the
owner's manual on your vehicle's touchscreen for
instructions on how to use Cruise Control.
NOTE: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is a BETA feature.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control determines when there is a
vehicle in front of you in the same lane. If the area in
front of Model 3 is clear, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
maintains a set driving speed. When a vehicle is
detected, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is designed to
slow down Model 3 as needed to maintain a selected
time-based distance from the vehicle in front, up to the
set speed. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control does not
eliminate the need to watch the road in front of you and
to manually apply the brakes when needed.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is primarily intended for
driving on dry, straight roads, such as highways.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors are
clean before each drive. Dirty cameras and
sensors, as well as environmental conditions such
as rain and faded lane markings, can affect
Autopilot performance.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is
designed for your driving comfort and
convenience and is not a collision warning or
avoidance system. It is your responsibility to stay
alert, drive safely, and be in control of the vehicle
at all times. Never depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control to adequately slow down Model 3. Always
watch the road in front of you and be prepared to
take corrective action at all times. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Although Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
is capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists,
never depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to
adequately slow Model 3 down for them. Always
watch the road in front of you and be prepared to
take corrective action at all times. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control on winding roads with sharp curves, on icy
or slippery road surfaces, or when weather
conditions (such as heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.)
make it inappropriate to drive at a consistent
speed. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control does not
adapt driving speed based on road and driving
conditions.
To Use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
To initiate Traffic-Aware Cruise Control when no vehicle
is detected ahead of you, you must be driving at least
30 km/h, unless certain vehicle and environmental
conditions are met, in which case, you may be able to
initiate it at lower speeds. If a vehicle is detected ahead
94
of you, you can initiate Traffic-Aware Cruise Control at
any speed, even when stationary, provided Model 3 is at
least 150 cm behind the detected vehicle and certain
vehicle and environmental conditions are met.
NOTE: The maximum cruising speed is 150 km/h. It is
the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed based
on road conditions and speed limits.
When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is
available but not engaged, the touchscreen
displays the cruising speed in gray. The
number shown represents the cruising
speed that will be set when you engage
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.
NOTE: On roads where the map data
determines that a conditional speed limit
exists (for example, a speed limit based on
time of day or weather conditions), a
second speed limit displays below the first
speed limit. It is the driver's responsibility
to determine whether the conditional
speed limit is currently in effect and if so,
adjust the cruising speed accordingly (see
Changing the Cruising Speed on page
95).
When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is
actively cruising at a set cruising speed,
the cruising speed is highlighted with blue
text.
1. You can choose whether Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
engages at the currently detected speed limit or your
current driving speed. Touch Controls > Autopilot >
Set Speed and choose either Speed Limit or Current
Speed. If you choose to engage Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control at the currently detected speed limit, you can
specify an offset. Touch Set Speed Offset. You can
choose a Fixed offset, in which the cruising speed
adjusts by a specific number of km/h on all roads, or
a Percentage offset, in which the cruising speed is
adjusted as a percentage of the road's detected
speed limit.
WARNING: When cruising at the speed limit,
there may be situations where the cruising
speed may not change when the speed limit
changes.
WARNING: Do not rely on Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control or Speed Assist to determine an
accurate or appropriate cruising speed. It is the
driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed
based on road conditions and applicable speed
limits.
2. To engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control when it is
available (the car status area of the touchscreen
displays the gray cruising speed icon), move the drive
stalk down once, then release the accelerator pedal
to allow Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to maintain the
cruising speed.
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