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Exceeding the speed regulated by the ACC
While driving with the ACC switched on, the
driver can increase speed by pressing the ac-
celerator pedal. ACC regulation is suspended
until you release the accelerator pedal
Changing the driving profile
In vehicles with Drive Profile, the selected
driving profile can have an influence on the
ACC's acceleration and braking behaviour
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page 166.
In vehicles without Drive Profile, the behaviour
of the ACC can also be affected if any of the
following drive profiles are selected in the in-
fotainment system in Assistants. ACC settings
will be the same as those in the Drive Profile.
WARNING
Before driving off, check that the road is
clear. The radar sensor may not detect ob-
stacles on the road. This could cause an acci-
dent and serious injuries. If necessary, apply
the brake.
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Or on the left, in countries that drive on the left hand side of the road.
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Assistant systems
NOTICE
If you increase speed using the accelerator
pedal, the ACC may not be able to safely
adjust the speed of the distance due to the
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limitations of the system.
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Be prepared to react if required by the sit-
uation.
Special driving situations
Fig. 131
On the instrument panel display:
ACC active, vehicle detected on the left.
Be aware of the limitations and warnings
described at the beginning of this chapter
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page 181,
Introduction.
Avoid undertaking on the right
If a vehicle is detected in the left lane that is
travelling at a speed slower than that set by
the driver, it will brake the vehicle within the
comfort limits of the system to avoid passing it
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on the right
Fig. 131.
You can cancel this regulation by changing the
set speed or by pressing the accelerator pedal.
The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.
Overtaking
When the turn signal is switched on for over-
taking, the ACC reduces the distance from the
vehicle in front to help with the overtaking ma-
noeuvre. The set cruising speed will not be ex-
ceeded.
The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.
Stop&Go function
The ACC can bring the vehicle to a standstill if
the vehicle in front stops. Vehicles with manual
gearboxes: you will need to keep the clutch
pedal depressed to allow the car to come to a
complete stop.
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