Measurement
Measurements are made by ultrasound sensors in the bumpers.
The range is approx. 6 ft/2 m.
An acoustic warning is first given:
▷ By the front sensors and two rear corner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm.
▷ By the rear middle sensors at approx. 5 ft/ 1.50 m.
See also:
The concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically
controls vehicle speed on steep downhill
gradients. The vehicle moves at approximately
walking speed without braking
intervention by the ...
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, the steering wheel
must be turned further, while the vehicle responds
more sensitively to steering wheel
movements in the higher speed range.
The stability-enhanc ...
Switching off automatically
The system switches off and the LED goes out:
▷ After approx. 33 ft/10 m when driving forward.
▷ After approx. 9 mph/15 km/h when driving
forward.
Switch on the system again if necess ...