Setting a speed

Once ACC has been put in standby mode, use
the
or
buttons to store (set) the vehicle's
current speed. This puts the system in active
mode. The set speed, for example 55 mph, is
shown in the display.

When the
symbol on the
left side of the display
changes to
, the radar sensor
has detected another
vehicle ahead. The distance
to a vehicle ahead is only
regulated when this symbol (
) is
illuminated.
See also:
Cleaning the sensors
Location of the front sensors
Location of the rear sensors
The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly. Clean
them with water and a suitable car washing detergent. ...
Information displays
Information displays in the instrument panel
The information displays show information on
some of the vehicle's functions, such as cruise
control, the trip computer and messages. The
informat ...
The radar sensor and its limitations
In addition to being used by ACC, the radar sensor is also used by Distance Alert
(see page 165) and Collision Warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection
(see page 173). This sensor is ...
