Infiniti QX56 (2008) [293/432] Vehicle to vehicle distance mode operation

Infiniti QX56 (2008) [293/432] Vehicle to vehicle distance mode operation
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance mode
operation
Always pay attention to the operation of the ve-
hicle and be ready to manually control the proper
following distance. The Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) system may not be able to maintain the
selected distance between vehicles (following
distance) or selected vehicle speed under some
circumstances.
The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
uses a sensor
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located on the front of the
vehicle to detect vehicles ahead. The sensor
generally detects the signals returned from the
reflectors on a vehicle ahead. Therefore, if the
sensor cannot detect the reflector of the vehicle
ahead, the ICC system may not maintain the
selected distance.
The following are some conditions in which the
sensor cannot detect the signals:
When the reflector is positioned high on the
vehicle (trailer, etc.).
When the reflector on the vehicle ahead is
missing, damaged or covered.
When the reflector is covered with dirt, snow
and road spray.
When the snow or road spray from other
vehicles reduces the sensor’s visibility.
When dense exhaust or other smoke (black
smoke) from vehicles reduces the sensor’s
visibility.
When excessively heavy baggage is loaded
in the rear seat or the cargo area of your
vehicle.
When your vehicle is towing a trailer, etc.
The ICC system is designed to automatically
check the sensor’s operation. When the sensor is
covered with dirt or obstructions, the system will
automatically be canceled while allowing con-
ventional cruise control to remain operational. If
the sensor is covered with ice, a transparent or
translucent vinyl bag, etc., the ICC system may
not detect them. In these instances, the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode may not cancel
and may not be able to maintain the selected
following distance from the vehicle ahead. Be
sure to clean the sensor regularly.
The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is
designed to maintain a selected distance and
reduce the speed to match the speed of a slower
vehicle ahead; the system decelerates the ve-
hicle as necessary. However, the ICC system can
only apply up to 25% of the vehicle’s total braking
power. This system should only be used when
traffic conditions allow vehicle speeds to remain
fairly constant or vehicle speeds change gradu-
ally. If a vehicle moves into the traveling lane
ahead or if a vehicle traveling ahead rapidly de-
celerates, the distance between vehicles may
become closer because the ICC system cannot
decelerate the vehicle quickly enough. If this oc-
curs, the ICC system will sound a warning chime
and blink the system display to notify the driver to
take necessary action.
The system will cancel and a warning chime will
sound if the speed falls below approximately 20
MPH (32km/h). The system will also disengage
below the 20 MPH (32km/h) cut-off speed or
over the maximum set speed.
Refer to “Approach warning” later in this section.
LSD0105
Starting and driving 5-21
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2008 Infiniti QX56 (iwz)
Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
01/18/08—debbie
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