Adaptive Cruise Control
- The optical axes are not aligned correctly . ( Objects are not correctly illuminated and are difficult to detect .) - The lights including headlights and fog lights have been modified . - Vehicle operation has become unstable due to an accident or malfunction . - The brake system warning light is illuminated in red . * 2 - A heavy cargo is loaded onto or inside the vehicle . - The maximum number of occupants is exceeded . - A trailer or another vehicle , etc . is being towed . - The combination meter is not operating properly ; such as when the lights do not illuminate , the beeps do not sound , the display is different from when it is normal , etc . * 3
* 1 : The wheels and tires have functions that are critically important . Be sure to use the correct ones . For details , refer to the Owner ’ s Manual for your vehicle .
* 2 : If the brake system warning light does not turn off , immediately pull the vehicle over in a safe place and contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected . For details , refer to the Owner ’ s Manual for your vehicle .
* 3 : For details about the combination meter , refer to the Owner ’ s Manual for your vehicle .
• Adaptive Cruise Control is designed for use on expressways , freeways , toll roads , interstate highways and similar limited access roads . It is not intended to be used in city traffic . In the following conditions , do not use Adaptive Cruise Control . Doing so may result in an accident . - Ordinary roads ( roads other than those mentioned above )
Depending on the driving environment ( complexity of roads and other factors ), the system may not be able to perform as the traffic conditions require , and that may result in an accident . - Sharp curves or winding roads - Frozen roads , snow-covered roads or other slippery road surfaces
The tires may spin , causing loss of control of the vehicle .
- Traffic conditions when frequent acceleration and deceleration make it difficult to maintain the following distance It may not be possible for the system to perform as the traffic conditions require .
- Steep downhill grades The set vehicle speed may be exceeded .
- On a steep continuous downhill grade The brakes may overheat .
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