Jeep COMPASS 4xe, Manual

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SAFETY
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PEDESTRIAN ACOUSTIC
SIGNALLING SYSTEM
54)
During electric operation mode
("ELECTRIC"), children, pedestrians,
cyclists, animals and other road users
may not perceive the car, as the usual
noise produced by the heat engine is
absent: this constitutes an accident
hazard, particularly at low speeds, such
as in parking lots. Adapt your driving
style to traf
fi c conditions. Observe
traf fi c conditions and actively intervene
according to the situation.
The car is equipped with an acoustic
pedestrian signaling system, located on
the right side of the engine compartment,
fi g. 75, capable of reproducing the noise
of the heat engine while driving in electric
mode, thus alerting people in the vicinity
of the car that it is approaching.
The intensity of the acoustic signal varies
depending on the speed.
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WARNING The warning is deactivated
when the vehicle is stationary or when
the automatic transmission lever is in the
“Park” (P) position.
NOTE The system, operating only at
vehicle speeds below 20
km/h, is always
active and cannot be deactivated.
WARNING
54)
The pedestrian acoustic warning
system is a driving aid and was not
designed to avoid collisions. The driver
must never reduce their level of attention
while driving. Driving is always the
responsibility of the driver, who must take
into consideration the traffic conditions
to drive in complete safety. The driver
is always required to maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle in front and
from any persons and/or animals located
near the car. Failure to observe what
is described could cause a collision or
serious injuries to persons and/or animals
located near the car.