Driving Assistance Systems - Alfa Romeo Tonale Owner's Handbook Manual

Activation of the mode is indicated by
illumination of the ESC OFF lamp on the
instrument panel.
To reset the 'Systems Enabled' mode of
operation, turn the selector switch on the
centre tunnel back to OFF.
"Systems enabled" mode will
automatically reactivate every time the
motor is started.
WARNING
47) If the ABS intervenes, this indicates that
the grip of the tyres on the road is nearing
its limit: you must slow down to a speed
compatible with the available grip.
48) To achieve maximum efficiency of the
braking system, a settlement period of
about 500 km (310 miles) is required. During
this time, avoid sudden, repeated and
prolonged braking.
49) The system cannot overrule the natural
laws of physics, and cannot increase the grip
available according to the condition of the
road.
50) The system cannot prevent accidents,
including those due to excessive speed on
corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.
51) The capability of the system must never
be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,
in such a way as to compromise personal
safety and the safety of others.
52) For the correct operation of the system,
the tyres must of necessity be the same
make and type on all wheels, in perfect
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condition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and dimensions.
53) The features must not induce the driver
to take unnecessary or unwarranted risks.
Your driving style must always be suited
to the road conditions, visibility and traffic.
The driver is, in any case, responsible for
safe driving.
54) The HSA system is not a parking brake;
therefore, never leave the car without
having engaged the electric parking brake,
turned the engine off and engaged first
gear, so that it is parked in safe conditions
(for further information read the "Parking"
chapter in the "Starting and driving"
section).
55) There may be situations on small
gradients (less than 8%), with vehicle laden,
in which the Hill Start Assist system may not
activate, causing a slight reversing motion
and increasing the risk of collision with
another vehicle or object. The driver is, in
any case, responsible for safe driving.
56) The AST system (where provided) is
an aid for driving and does not relieve the
driver of responsibility for driving the car.
57) The performance of a car with ERM
must never be tested in imprudent or
dangerous ways, with the possibility of
putting the safety of the driver or other
people at risk.
58) We always recommend driving with the
utmost caution when towing trailers. Never
exceed the maximum permitted loads (refer
to the "Weights" chapter in the "Technical
Data" section).
59) The TSC system cannot prevent
swerving for all trailers. If the system
activates during driving, reduce the speed,
stop the car in a safe place and arrange the
load correctly to prevent the trailer from
swerving.
DRIVING ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) SYSTEM
(where provided)
The system uses two radar sensors,
located in the rear bumper (one for each
side - see fig. 110) to detect the presence
of vehicles (cars, trucks, motorbikes,
etc.) in the rear side blind spots of the
car.
The system warns the driver about the
presence of cars in the detection area
by lighting up, on the relevant side, the
warning light located on the door mirror
fig. 111, along with an acoustic warning.
When the ignition device is in the ENGINE
position, or when the engine is started,
the warning light turns on to signal the
driver that the system is active.