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Rear collision prevention
Concept
The system reacts to vehicles approaching from
behind.
General information
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind the vehicle.
If a vehicle approaches from the rear at a certain
speed, the system responds as follows:
▷ Active Protection, refer to page 192: if a colli‐
sion seems to be unavoidable, PreCrash
functions are triggered.
Safety information
WARNING
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of an acci‐
dent. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.
Watch traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
WARNING
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system might not output warn‐
ings or reactions or these might be output late,
incorrectly, or without justification. There is a
risk of an accident. Adjust driving style to traffic
conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively in‐
tervene where appropriate.
Overview
Radar sensors
The radar sensors are located in the rear
bumper.
Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar
sensors clean and unobstructed.
Switching on/off
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
The system is deactivated in the following situa‐
tions:
▷ When driving in reverse.
▷ If the trailer power socket is in use or trailer
towing is activated, for instance during opera‐
tion with trailer or bicycle rack.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
▷ When the approaching vehicle approaches
slowly.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
Seite 191
Safety
CONTROLS
191
Online Edition for Part no. 01402722630 - VI/18
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