5-4 . Using the driving support systems
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●Set the speed appropriately according to the speed limit , traffic flow , road conditions , weather conditions , etc . The
driver is responsible for confirming the set speed .
●Even if the system is operating correctly , the condition of a preceding vehicle as recognized by the driver and detected by the
system may differ . Therefore , it is necessary for the driver to pay attention , assess risks , and
ensure safety . Over-reliance on this system to drive the vehicle safely may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury .
■ Precautions for the driving assist systems
Observe the following precautions , as there are limitations to the assistance provided by the system . Over-reliance on this system may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury .
●Details of support provided for the driver ’ s vision The dynamic radar cruise control is only
intended to help the driver in determining the distance between the driver ’ s own vehicle and a designated preceding vehicle . It is not a system which allows for careless or inattentive
driving , and is not a system which assists in poor visibility conditions . The driver must pay
attention to their surroundings , even when the vehicle stops .
●Details of support provided for the driver ’ s judgement The dynamic radar cruise control determines whether the distance between the driver ’ s own vehicle and a designated preceding vehicle is within a set range . It is not capable of making any other type of judgement . Therefore , it is absolutely necessary for the driver to remain
vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possibility of danger .
●Details of support provided for the driver ’ s operation The dynamic radar cruise control does not include functions
which will prevent or avoid collisions with vehicles ahead of your vehicle . Therefore , if there
is ever any possibility of danger , the driver must take immediate and direct control of the vehicle
and act appropriately in order to ensure safety .
■ Situations in which the dynamic radar cruise control should not be used
Do not use the dynamic radar
cruise control in the following situations . As the system will not be able to provide appropriate control , using it may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury .
●Roads where there are pedestrians , cyclists , etc .
●When driving on a highway or expressway entrance or exit
●When the approach warning sounds frequently
●Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly : �P . 264
●Situations in which the lane may not be detected : �P . 266
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