Setting the time interval to the vehicle ahead

The time interval to the vehicle ahead can be set for the functions Adaptive Cruise Control*, Pilot Assist* and Distance Alert*.

Different time intervals to the vehicle ahead can be selected and are shown in the instrument panel as 1–5 horizontal bars. The more bars, the longer the time interval. One bar represents an interval of approx. 1 second to the vehicle ahead. 5 bars represents approx. 3 seconds.

Control for setting the time interval.

Reduce the time interval

Increase the time interval

Distance indicator

• Press the (1) or (2) button to decrease or increase the time interval.
  • The distance indicator (3) shows the current time interval.

In order to help your vehicle follow the vehicle ahead as smoothly and comfortably as possible, Adaptive Cruise Control allows the time interval to vary noticeably in certain situations. At low speeds, when the distance to the vehicle ahead is short, Adaptive Cruise Control increases the time interval slightly.

• The greater the vehicles' speed, the greater the distance between them for a set time interval.
• Only use time intervals permitted by local traffic regulations.
• If driver support does not seem to respond with a speed increase when activated, it may be because the time interval to the vehicle ahead is shorter than the set time interval.

• Only use a time interval suitable for current traffic conditions.
• The driver should be aware that short time intervals give them limited time to react and act to any unforeseen traffic situation.

* Option/accessory.