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Driver vigilance warning

The driver vigilance warning is a function that analyses the behaviour of the driver (driving style, vehicle steering, etc.) and alerts them if there is a risk of falling asleep.
It takes into account indicators such as:
  • steering wheel movement;
  • driver actions on other systems (indicators, brake pedal, etc.).
WARNING
This function is an additional driving aid in case of risk of fatigue. This function does not take the place of the driver.
Under no circumstances should this function replace the driver's care or responsibility whilst driving.

Operation

The function is set to notify the driver if:

  • a few minutes have elapsed since the vehicle last stopped;
  • the vehicle speed is greater than approximately 43 mph (70 km/h).
If there is a risk of fatigue or impaired attention, the "Driver vigilance warning: take a break" message is displayed on the instrument panel 2, accompanied by a beep.
Press switch 1OK to clear the alert. It is advisable to stop as soon as possible for a break.
After deleting the message, the system continues vigilance monitoring and issues a new warning if necessary.
Tip
The driver vigilance warning constantly monitors the driver's attention and can provide several warnings per journey.
The system resets every time the engine is started.

Activation/deactivation

Alerts can be deactivated or activated from the "Custom" mode of the "My Safety" function
Note: when the alerts are deactivated, the system continues to assess the driver's state of fatigue.
Tip
Then, depending on the length of time following the last time the engine was stopped, the alerts are reactivated:
  • when the vehicle is unlocked;
or
  • when a door is opened;
or
  • when the engine is restarted.
Tip
When the alerts are deactivated, the system continues to assess the driver's state of fatigue.

Activating, deactivating alerts using the "My Safety" button 1

The alerts can be deactivated or activated using "Custom" mode in the "My Safety" function MY SAFETY.
If the alerts have previously been deactivated using Custom mode:
  • to deactivate the alerts, press the button 1 twice. The indicator light on the button 1 goes out;
  • to reactivate alerts, press the button 1 once. The indicator light on the button 1 lights up.

Activating and deactivating the alerts from the multimedia screen 2

To activate or deactivate the alerts, please refer to the multimedia instructions.
Select ON or OFF.

Activating/deactivating the alerts from the trip computer 3

With the vehicle stationary, to deactivate/activate the alert:
  • press the switch 4 as many times as required to reach the "" tab or, depending on the vehicle, the "" tab;
or
  • press switch 4 and repeatedly press control 5 or 6 to reach the  tab;
  • depending on the vehicle, press the switch 7OK;
  • repeatedly press control 5 or 6 to reach the menu, then press the switch 7OK;
  • repeatedly press control 5 or 6 to reach the "DRIVING AIDS" menu, then press the switch 7OK;
  • press control 5 or 6 repeatedly to reach the "Driver vigilance warning" menu, then press the switch 7OK;
  • press switch 7OK again to activate or deactivate the warning:
    • alert activated;
    • alert deactivated.

Limitations of system operation

Some conditions can disrupt or damage the operation of the system, for example:
  • certain driving styles (incorrect driving etc.) ;
  • driving on a road in poor condition;
  • strong side wind;
  • the clock is wrongly configured (depending on vehicle) CLOCK AND OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE;
  • winding roads;
  • trailer traction.

Operating faults

If the system detects a fault, the warning light appears accompanied by the "Check Fatigue Warning System" message on the instrument panel 1.
Have the system checked by an authorised dealer.