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SAFETY
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ABSA Indicator Light
Sensors
The system uses radar sensors, located in the
re
a
r fascia/bumper, to detect the presence of
vehicles (cars, trucks, motorbikes, etc.) in the
rear side blind spots of the car.
The sensors are activated when any forward gear
is engaged at a speed higher than about 6
mph
(
1
0 km/h), or when REVERSE (R) is engaged.
The sensors are temporarily deactivated when
t
he car is stationary and in PARK (P).
The detection area of the system covers about a
lane on both sides of the car around 10
ft
(
3
meters).
This area begins from the door mirror and
e
xtends for about 20
ft (6 meters) towards the
re
a
r part of the car.
When the sensors are active the system monitors
the detection areas on both sides of the car and
warns the driver about the possible presence of
cars in these areas.
Rear Sensor Location
While driving, the system monitors the detection
zo
ne in three different situations:
when you are being overtaken by a vehicle;
when you are overtaking a vehicle;
when a vehicle approaches from the side;
to check if it is necessary to intervene in order to
k
e
ep the vehicle inside the lane on both sides.
NOTE:
The system does not signal the presence of fixed
ob
ject (e.g. safety barriers, poles, walls, etc.).
However, in some circumstances, the system
may activate in the presence of these
objects.This is normal and does not indicate a
system malfunction.
The system does not warn the driver about the
presence of cars coming from the opposite direc-
tion, in the adjacent lanes.
Activation/Deactivation
The system can be activated/deactivated using
t
he “Driver Assistance” menu in the radio system.
Select signal type, strength levels and sensitivity.
NOTE:
Vehicles with an active system will display the
fol
lowing screen, on the radio system.
ABSA Menu Screen
WARNING!
The accident risk persists despite the
application of torque to the steering wheel by
the ABSA system.
Applying a torque that corrects the steering
wheel alignment does not always prevent an
accident. It is always the driver's responsibility
to steer, brake or accelerate, especially after
the ABSA system warning or after the steering
wheel torque intervention. The driver is
responsible for ensuring that there are no
pedestrians, other vehicles or objects along
the direction of the vehicle. Failure to comply
with these precautions may cause serious
accidents and injuries. The driver is fully
responsible for holding a safe distance from
the vehicle ahead respecting the highway
code in force in the respective country.
In some cases, the system could apply an
improper torque to the steering wheel. This
application can be interrupted at any time
turning the steering wheel in the opposite
direction.
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