Using the Collision Warning System
WARNING:
The collision warning system’s brake support can
only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the
driver applies the vehicle’s brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed
just like any typical braking situation.
The warning system sensitivity can be adjusted to one of three possible
settings by using the information display control. Refer to the
Information Displays
chapter.
Note:
If collision warnings are perceived as being too frequent or
disturbing then the warning sensitivity can be reduced, though the
manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where
possible. Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer and later system
warnings. Refer to the
Information Displays
chapter for instructions on
reducing the sensitivity.
Blocked Sensors
If a message regarding a blocked sensor
appears in the information display, the
radar signals from the sensor have been
obstructed. The sensors are located
behind a fascia cover near the driver
side of the lower grille. When the
sensors are obstructed, a vehicle ahead
cannot be detected and the collision
warning system does not function. The
following table lists possible causes and
actions for this message being displayed.
Cause
Action
The surface of the radar in the
grille is dirty or obstructed in
some way
Clean the grille surface in front of
the radar or remove the object
causing the obstruction
The surface of the radar in the
grille is clean but the message
remains in the display
Wait a short time. It may take
several minutes for the radar to
detect that it is no longer
obstructed
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Driving Aids
2014 MKX
(mkx)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2014
USA
(fus)
