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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING

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Using information from the camera 1, the function warns the driver if he crosses a continuous or broken line without activating the direction indicator lights.

Note: make sure the windscreen is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensation, etc.).

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 lane departure warning function does not correct the vehicle’s trajectory.

With the ignition on, the function is active by default.

Deactivating/Activating the function

To deactivate it, press button 2. The indicator light on button 2 comes on, accompanied by a message on the instrument panel “LANE DEPARTURE WARNING OFF”.

To activate it, press button 2.

The warning light on button 2 goes out, accompanied by a message on the instrument panel “LANE DEPARTURE WARNING ON”.

The function is set to notify the driver if:

- the indicator light on button 2 is off;

and

- the vehicle speed is greater than approximately 37.2 mph (60 km/h);

and

- lines are detected.

Warning light comes on on the instrument panel to notify the driver.

The function sounds the alarm if:

a line is crossed without activating the indicator lights. The function alerts the driver through a warning light on the instrument panel, along with a beep.

Conditions for non-activation of alerts

- Indicators activated or having been activated less than approximately four seconds prior to departing from the lane;

- Very fast lane departure;

- Driving continuously on a line;

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Operating faults

In the event of a malfunction, a message “LANE DEPARTURE CHECK” is displayed on the instrument panel accompanied by the warning light ©.

Consult an approved dealer.

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.

System servicing/repairs

- In the event of an impact, the camera alignment may be changed, and its operation may consequently be affected. Deactivate the function, then consult an authorised dealer.

- Any work in the area where the 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.

In the event of system disturbance

Some conditions can disturb or damage the operation of the system, such as:

- a complex environment (tunnel etc.);

- poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice etc.);

- poor visibility (night, fog etc.);

- road markings which are worn, lacking in contrast or very widely spaced from one another (lines partially erased etc);

- being dazzled (glaring sun, lights of vehicles travelling in the opposite direction etc.);

- the road is narrow, winding or undulating (tight bends etc.);

- closely following a vehicle travelling in the same lane.

Risk of false alarms or absence of warnings