This function allows you to program the vehicle to maintain relative distance to the vehicle ahead without depressing the accelerator pedal or brake pedal.
The vehicle to vehicle distance will automatically activate when the smart cruise control system is on.
Select the appropriate distance according to road conditions and vehicle speed.
Each time the button is pressed, the vehicle to vehicle distance changes as follows:
For example, if you drive at 90 km/h (56 mph), the distance maintain as follows;
Distance 4 - approximately 52.5 m
Distance 3 - approximately 40 m
Distance 2 - approximately 32.5 m
Distance 1 - approximately 25 m
✽ NOTICE
The level of distance between vehicles will be set to the level designated by the driver. (Last mode save feature)
✽ NOTICE
The 'Distance 4' is always set when the system is used for the first time after starting the engine.
The smart cruise control system remember the last vehicle to vehicle distance which the driver used in the vehicle with AEB.
Distance 4
Distance 3
Distance 2
Distance 1
CAUTION
CAUTION
If the vehicle ahead (vehicle speed: less than 30km/h) disappears to the next lane, the warning chime will sound and a message will appear. Adjust your vehicle speed for vehicles or objects that can suddenly appear in front of you by depressing the brake pedal according to the road condition ahead and driving condition.
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