LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
Using information from the camera 1, the function warns the driver if they cross a line (continuous or broken) without the direction indicator light being activated.
Note: make sure the windscreen is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensation etc.).
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
The lane departure warning function does not correct the vehicle’s trajectory.
Activation/deactivation
To activate the function, press the 2 switch as many times as required to select “Lane Departure Warning” on the instrument panel. The “Lane departure warning on” message and “” warning light are displayed on the instrument panel.
To disable the function, press the 2 switch as many times as required to select “Lane departure warning off” (or, depending on the vehicle, “Lane Keeping deactivated”) on the instrument panel. Warning light goes out on the instrument panel.
Operation
When the function is activated, the warning light and the left and right lines 3 are displayed in grey on the instrument panel.
The function is set to notify the driver if:
- the vehicle speed is greater than approximately 43 mph (70 km/h);
and
- the warning light and left/right line indicators 3 are coloured white.
The function triggers an alert if a line is crossed without the direction indicator being activated.
The function alerts the driver:
- by a vibration in the steering wheel;
and
- the warning light and 3 the indicator for the crossed line turn red.
Each time the vehicle is started, the function continues the mode saved the last time the engine was stopped.
Temporarily not available
- very fast lane departure;
- driving continuously on a line;
- four seconds approximately after changing lanes;
- tight bends;
- impaired visibility;
- activating the direction indicator lights;
- strong acceleration;
- changing the lane width;
- operation of the active emergency braking system;
-...
When the function is not available, the warning light and the left/right indicators turn to grey on the instrument panel.
Conditions for non-activation of the system
The system cannot be activated when:
- reverse gear is engaged;
- the field of vision of the camera is obstructed;
- the û warning light is displayed.
The warning light and the left/right line indicators turn to grey on the instrument panel.
Adjustment
Vehicles fitted with a multimedia screen.
To access the multimedia screen function settings 4, refer to the multimedia instructions:
- “VIBRATION”: adjust the steering wheel vibration level;
- “Alert”: adjust the line detection sensitivity level. To do this select:
- “At the latest”: line detected when crossing;
- “Standard”: line detected on approach;
- “At the sooner”: line detected nearby.
Please refer to the multimedia instructions for further information.
Adjustments (continued)
Vehicles not fitted with a multimedia screen
- With the vehicle stopped, press the switch 5 as many times as required to reach the “Vehicle” tab;
- press the 6 or 7 control repeatedly to reach the “Settings” menu. Press the switch 8 OK;
- press control 6 or 7 repeatedly to reach the DRIVING ASSIST menu. Press the switch 8 OK;
- scroll repeatedly by pressing control 6 or 7 to access the Lane Departure Warning sensitivity or Lane Departure Warning vibration menu. Press the switch 8 OK;
- press the 6 or 7 control repeatedly to adjust the setting. Press the 8 OK button.
Operating faults
In the event of a malfunction, the left and right line indicators (and, depending on display style, the warning light) disappear or stay grey on the instrument panel.
In some cases, they are accompanied by the message “Check Front camera” or the © warning light on the instrument panel.
Consult an approved dealer.
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
System servicing/repairs
- In the event of an impact, the camera alignment may be changed, and its operation may consequently be affected. Deactivate the function, then consult an authorised dealer.
- Any work in the area where the camera is located (repairs, replacements, windscreen modifications etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.
Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.
In the event of system disturbance
Some conditions can disturb or damage the operation of the system, such as:
- windscreen obscured (by dirt, ice, snow, condensation etc.);
- a complex environment (tunnel etc.);
- poor weather conditions (snow, rain, hail, black ice etc.) ;
- poor visibility (night, fog etc.);
- the road markings are irregular or difficult to distinguish (e.g. partially erased, excessive spacing, distorted road surface) ;
- being dazzled (glaring sun, lights of vehicles travelling in the opposite direction etc.);
- the road is narrow, winding or undulating (tight bends etc.);
- closely following a vehicle travelling in the same lane.
Risk of false alarms or absence of warnings