While Driving
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Brake operation
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In an urgent situation, the braking
system enters into the ready status for
prompt reaction against the driver’s
depressing the brake pedal.
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FCA provides additional braking
power for optimum braking
performance, when the driver
depresses the brake pedal.
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The braking control is automatically
deactivated, when the driver sharply
depresses the accelerator pedal, or
when the driver abruptly operates the
steering wheel.
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FCA brake control is automatically
canceled, when risk factors disappear.
CAUTION
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The driver should always use
extreme caution while operating
the vehicle, whether or not there is a
warning message or alarm from FCA
system.
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After the brake control is activated,
the driver must immediately depress
the brake pedal and check the
surroundings. The brake activation
by the system lasts for about 2
seconds.
•
If any other warning sound such as
seat belt warning chime is already
generated, Forward Collision-
Avoidance Assist system warning
may not sound.
•
Playing the vehicle audio system at
high volume may prevent occupants
from hearing the system warning
sounds.
WARNING
The braking control cannot completely
stop the vehicle nor avoid all
collisions. The driver should hold the
responsibility to safely drive and control
the vehicle.
WARNING
The FCA system logic operates within
certain parameters, such as the
distance from the vehicle, pedestrian or
cyclist ahead, the speed of the vehicle
ahead, and the driver’s vehicle speed.
Certain conditions such as inclement
weather and road conditions may affect
the operation of FCA system.
WARNING
Never deliberately drive dangerously to
activate the system.
Information
Exceptional operation of the braking assist
system
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The vehicle drives on a slope or curve.
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The vehicle drives by a pedestrian or
cyclist at the crossroads, traffic signals
or structure.
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The vehicle drives through a tunnel or
near a railroad.
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The vehicle drives where steam, smoke
or shadow is on the road.
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The vehicle drives on a road with a row
of trees or street lamps along the edge.
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There is interference by
electromagnetic waves or electric noise.