Pilot Assist
Automatic braking with cruise control functions
The driver support systems adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist have a special brake function in slow traffic and while stationary. In certain situations, the parking brake is applied in order to keep the car stationary.
Setting the stored speed for cruise control functions
It is possible to set stored speed for the speed limiter, cruise control, adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist functions.
Change of target with cruise control functions
The driver support systems adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist have a change of target function at certain speeds.
Pilot Assist
Pilot Assist can help the driver to drive the car between the lane markings as well as to maintain an even speed, combined with a preselected time interval to the vehicle ahead.
Display view for adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist
The following illustrative example shows how adaptive cruise control (ACC) and Pilot Assist can be shown in the driver display.
Symbols and messages for Pilot Assist
A number of symbols and messages regarding Pilot Assist can be shown. Here are some examples.
Standby mode for Pilot Assist
Pilot Assist can be deactivated and set in standby mode. This can take place automatically or be done by the driver.
Setting time interval to vehicle ahead
It is possible to set the time interval to the vehicle ahead to be maintained by the adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist functions.
Difference between Pilot Assist and lane assistance
Pilot Assist is a comfort function that can help you to keep your car within its own lane and maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front of you. Lane assistance(LKA) is a function which, in a similar way, can help you in some situations to reduce the risk of your car accidentally leaving its own lane.
Warning from cruise control functions in the event of a risk of collision
The driver support systems of adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist can warn the driver if the distance to the vehicle ahead suddenly becomes too short.