Limitations Of Pilot Assist - Volvo XC 90 Owner's Manual

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Setting the time interval for Pilot Assist*
(p. 282)
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Limitations of Pilot Assist* (p. 285)

Limitations of Pilot Assist*

The Pilot Assist function may have limitations in
certain situations.
The Pilot Assist function is an aid which can help
the driver in many situations. But the driver is at
all times responsible for maintaining a safe dis-
tance to surrounding objects and a correct posi-
tion in the lane.
DRIVER SUPPORT
IMPORTANT
Pilot Assist can switch off or give reduced
performance if:
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the lane markings are worn, missing or
cross each other.
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lane division is unclear, for example, when
the lanes divide or merge or at exits or in
the event of multiple sets of markings.
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edges or other lines than lane markings
are present on or near the road, e.g.
curbs, joints or repairs to the road sur-
face, edges of barriers, roadside edges or
strong shadows.
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the lane is narrow or winding.
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weather conditions are poor, e.g. rain,
snow or fog or slush or impaired view
with poor light conditions, back-lighting,
wet road surface etc.
The driver should also note that Pilot Assist
has the following limitations:
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High kerbs, roadside barriers, temporary
obstacles (traffic cones, safety barriers,
etc.) are not detected. Alternatively, they
may be detected incorrectly as lane
markings, with a subsequent risk of con-
tact between the car and such obstacles.
The driver must ensure him/herself that
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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