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Adaptive Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control is on and keeps a set speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
Normal risk
Information only. Stay ready to brake; the system does not react to every obstacle.
Short answer · How is adaptive cruise control different from normal cruise control?
Normal cruise control keeps a set speed. Adaptive cruise control also slows down and speeds up to keep a set distance to the vehicle ahead, using a radar or camera.
What to do
- Set the distanceChoose a safe following distance.
- Stay alertThe system may not react to stationary objects, pedestrians or sudden cut-ins.
How is the light behaving?
| What you see | What it usually means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Steady | Adaptive cruise control active | Stay ready to take over |
| Flashing | System cannot work, for example sensor blocked | Clean the sensor or drive without it |
Possible causes
- System activeNormal information.
Don't confuse it with
Questions about Adaptive Cruise Control
Why does adaptive cruise switch off in snow?
Snow or dirt on the radar blocks its view, so the system switches off.