Introduction

The Driver Alert System is designed to help a driver who may be becoming fatigued or who is inadvertently leaving the lane.
The Driver Alert System consists of two different functions that can be switched on together or separately.
- Driver Alert Control (DAC)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW), see page 184
When one or both of the functions has been switched on, it is in standby mode and is activated when the vehicle exceeds a speed of 40 mph (65 km/h).
The function deactivates if the vehicle's speed goes under 37 mph (60 km/h).
Both functions use a camera that is dependent on the road/lane being clearly marked by painted lines on each side.
WARNING
The Driver Alert System does not function in all situations and is designed to be a supplementary aid. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver’s attention and judgement.
See also:
Brake lights and taillights
The brake lights and taillights are replaced from
inside the cargo area.
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 322.
1. Open the panel.
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun ...
Symbols in the instrument panel
WARNING
If and
come on at the same time
and the brake level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake system-related
message is shown in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. ...
The camera’s limitations
The camera is used by Collision Warning with
Auto-brake, Driver Alert Control (see
page 180), and Lane Departure Warning (see
page 183).
NOTE
• To help protect the camera in very hot
conditi ...
