Warning from driver support in the event of a collision risk

The driver support systems Pilot Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*1 can warn the driver if the distance to the vehicle ahead suddenly becomes too short.
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Warning light for collision warning on the windscreen.
  1. P5-Icon red circle 1Audio-visual warning signal in the event of a collision risk
  2. P5-Icon red circle 2Distance measurement with the camera and radar unit

The driver support uses approx. 40% of the foot brake's capacity. If the car needs to be braked more heavily than the driver support is capable of and the driver does not brake, the warning lamp and acoustic warning are activated to alert the driver that immediate intervention is required.

 Warning

The driver support systems only warn of vehicles which their radar unit has detected – hence a warning may not be given, or it may be given with a certain delay. Never wait for a warning. Apply the brakes when the situation requires.
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Symbol for collision warning on the windscreen.

In cars equipped with a head up display*, the warning is shown on the windscreen by a flashing symbol.

 Note

Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is not looking straight ahead may make the visual warning signal in the windscreen difficult to recognise.
  1. * Option/accessory.
  2. 1 Adaptive Cruise Control