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SAFETY 167
Changing Full Brake Control System
Sensitivity
By changing the settings on the menu of the Uconnect
system, you can change the sensitivity of the system by
choosing one of the following three options: "Near",
"Medium" or "Far"
Ú page 106.
The default option is "Medium". This setting provides that
the system notify the driver of a possible accident with the
vehicle ahead of it when the latter is at a standard
distance, intermediate between the other two possible
settings.
By setting the sensitivity of the system to "Far", the system
will warn the driver of a possible accident with the vehicle
in front when the latter is at a greater distance, giving you
the chance to act on the brakes in a more limited and
gradual way. This setting gives the driver the maximum
possible time of reaction to prevent a possible accident.
By changing the option to "Near", the system will warn the
driver of a possible accident with the vehicle ahead of it
when the latter is a reduced distance. This setting offers a
reaction time to the driver lower than the settings
"Medium" and "Far", in the case of a potential accident,
which will provide a more dynamic driving experience.
The setting of the sensitivity of the system is maintained in
memory when the engine is switched off.
Full Brake Control System Limited Warning
If the instrument cluster display reads “Brake Control
Limited Functionality” or “Brake Control Limited
Functionality Clean Front Windshield” momentarily, there
may be a condition that limits Full Brake Control system
functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under
normal conditions, the active braking may not be fully
available. Once the condition that limited the system
performance is no longer present, the system will return to
its full performance state. If the problem persists, see an
authorized dealer.
Service Full Brake Control System Warning
If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster display
displays “Service Brake Control”.
This indicates there is an internal system fault. Although
the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
“Brake Control Front Radar Sensor Temporarily Blocked”
Warning
The “Brake Control Front Radar Sensor Temporarily
Blocked” warning will display when conditions temporarily
limit system performance. This most often occurs at times
of poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain. The system
may also become temporarily blinded due to obstructions,
such as mud, dirt or ice. In these cases, the instrument
cluster display will display “Brake Control Front Radar
Sensor Temporarily Blocked” and the system will
deactivate.
The “Brake Control Front Radar Sensor Temporarily
Blocked” message can sometimes be displayed while
driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective
tiles, or ice and snow). The system will recover after the
vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located behind the lower
grille. In absence of visible obstructions on the fascia/
bumper, it could be necessary to wipe off the radar directly
on the surface, after having the radar cover removed. It’s
recommended that an authorized dealer performs this
operation.
NOTE:
If the “Brake Control Front Radar Sensor Temporarily
Blocked” message occurs frequently (e.g. more than
once on every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or
other obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at
an authorized dealer.
Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an after-
market grille or modifying the grille is not recom-
mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit
Full Brake Control system operation.
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