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Active emergency braking

The system uses information from the radar 2 and the camera 1, to determine the distance between your vehicle:
  • from the vehicle ahead in the same lane;
or
  • from any oncoming vehicles in the context of a manoeuvre to change direction;
or
  • surrounding pedestrians and cyclists.
The system informs the driver if there is a risk of head-on collision to enable appropriate emergency manoeuvres (pressing the brake pedal and/or turning the steering wheel).
Depending on the reactivity of the driver, the system can assist with braking in order to limit damage or prevent a collision.
WARNING
This function is an additional driving aid.
This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
Tip
This system can apply maximum braking to the vehicle until it is completely stationary if necessary.
For safety reasons, always wear your seat belt when travelling in your vehicle and make sure that it is loaded so that no items can be thrown forward and hit the occupants.

Detection of vehicles

If driving at a speed over 5 mph (8 km/h) and there is a risk of collision with the vehicle in front, with an oncoming vehicle in the context of a manoeuvre to change direction, or with a stationary vehicle, the system:
  • warns you of a collision risk:
the warning light appears in red or, depending on the vehicle, the symbol 3 and the "Brake" message appear on the instrument panel accompanied by a beep.
If the driver presses the brake pedal and the system still detects a risk of collision, the braking force may be increased if it is not sufficient to prevent the collision.
  • may trigger braking:
if the driver fails to react following the alert and collision becomes imminent.
If active emergency braking has caused the vehicle to stop, the vehicle is kept stationary for a short time. Beyond this time limit, the vehicle must be held stationary by the driver keeping their foot on the brake pedal.
Note: if the driver uses the vehicle controls (steering wheel, pedals, etc.) the system may delay certain operations or not activate.
Tip
In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, you can stop the braking at any moment by:
  • tapping the accelerator pedal;
or
  • turning the steering wheel as a collision avoidance manoeuvre.

Special features of oncoming vehicles in the context of a manoeuvre to change direction

When you wish to change direction (e.g. B), oncoming vehicles travelling at approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) to 34 mph (55 km/h) are detected by the system when:
  • your vehicle is travelling at a speed between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) to 12 mph (20 km/h);
  • you have activated the direction indicator light.
The system is otherwise inactive and does not trigger an alert.
WARNING
This function is an additional driving aid.
This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
Special features of stationary vehicles
Stationary vehicles are detected when your vehicle is being driven at a speed between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 62 mph (100 km/h). The system is not active and does not emit a warning for stationary vehicles when your vehicle speed exceeds approximately 62 mph (100 km/h).
Special features of warnings
Depending on the speed, the warning and braking may be activated simultaneously.

Detection of pedestrians and cyclists

When driving at a speed between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 53 mph (86 km/h), if there is a risk of collision with a cyclist or pedestrian, the system:
  • warns you of a collision risk:
the warning light appears in red or, depending on the vehicle, the symbol 3 and the "Brake" message appear on the instrument panel accompanied by a beep.
If the driver presses the brake pedal and the system still detects a risk of collision, the braking force may be increased if it is not sufficient to prevent the collision.
  • may trigger braking:
if the driver fails to react following the alert and collision becomes imminent.
If active emergency braking has caused the vehicle to stop, the vehicle is kept stationary for a short time. Beyond this time limit, the vehicle must be held stationary by the driver keeping their foot on the brake pedal.
Note: if the driver uses the vehicle controls (steering wheel, pedals, etc.) the system may delay certain operations or not activate.
Special features related to stationary cyclists and pedestrians
The system does not detect stationary cyclists and pedestrians.
In this case, the system is inactive and does not trigger a warning.
Tip
In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, you can stop the braking at any moment by:
  • tapping the accelerator pedal;
or
  • turning the steering wheel as a collision avoidance manoeuvre.

Settings for vehicles equipped with a multimedia screen

To access the multimedia screen function settings 4, refer to the multimedia instructions:
  • "Alert": adjust the alert sensitivity level. To do this select:
    • « Late » ;
    • « Standard » ;
    • « Early ».
Please refer to the multimedia instructions for further information.

Settings for vehicles not equipped with a multimedia screen

(depending on the vehicle)
  • With the vehicle stationary, press the switch 6 as many times as required to reach the  tab or, depending on the vehicle, the  tab;
or
  • press switch 6 and repeatedly press control 7 or 8 to reach the  tab;
  • depending on the vehicle, press the switch 9 OK;
  • repeatedly press control 7 or 8 to reach the menu, then press the switch 9 OK;
  • repeatedly press control 7 or 8 to reach the "DRIVING ASSIST" menu, then press the switch 9 OK;
  • repeatedly press control 7 or 8 to reach the "Active braking sensitivity" menu, then press the switch 9OK;
  • repeatedly press control 7 or 8 to select the setting, then press the switch 9OK.

Temporarily not available

If the system detects a temporary fault the warning light illuminates, or depending on the vehicle, the warning light illuminates in yellow on the instrument panel.
The possible causes are:
  • the system is temporarily blinded (glare from the sun, dipped beam headlights, bad weather conditions etc.). The system will be operational again when visibility conditions are better;
  • the system is temporarily interrupted (e.g. the windscreen or the front or rear bumper is obscured by dirt, mud, snow, condensation, etc.). In this case, park the vehicle and switch off the engine. Clean the windscreen and front bumper. The next time the engine is started, after five or ten minutes of driving, the warning light and the message disappear.
If this is not the case, this may arise from another cause; contact an Approved Dealer.

Operating faults

When the function detects an operating fault, the and warning lights or, depending on the vehicle, and appear in yellow on the instrument panel accompanied by the "Check Front camera" or "Front radar to check" or "Check Camera/Radar" message.
Consult an approved Dealer.

Warnings

WARNING
Active emergency braking
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle. The triggering of this function may be delayed or prevented when the system detects clear signs of control of the vehicle by the driver (action on the steering wheel, pedals etc.).
The system cannot be activated:
  • when the gear control is in neutral position;
  • when the parking brake has been activated for approximately ten seconds.
System servicing/repairs
  • In the event of an impact, the radar and/or camera alignment may be changed and its operation may consequently be affected. Deactivate the function and consult an authorised dealer.
  • Any work in the area where the radar and/or camera is located (repairs, replacements, windscreen modifications, etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.
Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.
WARNING
System disturbance
Some conditions can disturb or damage the system's operation, such as:
  • a complex environment (metal bridge, tunnel, etc.);
  • poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice, etc.);
  • poor visibility (night, fog, etc.);
  • poor contrast between the object (vehicle, pedestrian etc.) and the surrounding area (e.g. pedestrian dressed in white located in a snowy area etc.);
  • being dazzled (glaring sun, lights of vehicles travelling in the opposite direction; etc.);
  • windscreen obscured (by dirt, ice, snow, condensation etc.);
  • ...
In these conditions, the system may not react, may warn the driver or may brake inadvertently.
Limitation of the system operation
  • Each time the vehicle is started, the system carries out a calibration according to the vehicle surroundings and may be inactive for a length of time between approximately two to five minutes of driving;
  • An oncoming vehicle will not trigger any warning or system action if the conditions detailed in the paragraph on "Special features of oncoming vehicles when changing direction" are not met (see previous pages);
  • The areas around the radar and cameras must be kept clean and free of any modifications in order to ensure the proper operation of the system;
  • the system may not respond to small vehicles such as motorbikes as effectively as to other vehicles;
  • the system may not operate properly when the road surface is slippery (rain, snow, black ice, etc.);
  • to ensure correct operation, the system needs to distinguish the complete outline of the pedestrian. So the system cannot detect:
    • pedestrians in the darkness or in poor lighting conditions;
    • partially visible pedestrians;
    • pedestrians less than approximately 80 cm;
    • pedestrians carrying large objects;
    • ...
In these conditions, the system may not react or may brake inadvertently.
WARNING
Deactivating the function
You must deactivate the function if:
  • the camera area has been damaged (e.g. on the inside or outside of the windscreen);
  • the front of the vehicle has been damaged (impact, distortion, scratch on the radar, etc.);
  • the vehicle is being towed (breakdowns);
  • the windscreen is cracked or distorted (do not carry out windscreen repairs in this area; have it changed by an approved dealer);
  • you are not driving on a paved road.
In the event of the system behaving abnormally, deactivate it and consult an authorised dealer.
Halting the function
You can halt the active braking function at any time by tapping the accelerator pedal or by turning the steering wheel in a collision avoidance manoeuvre.