Cadillac 2011 STS - Manual (Page 207)

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The range of selectable distances may not be
appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. If you
prefer to travel at a following distance farther than
Adaptive Cruise Control allows, disengage the system
and drive manually.
United States version
shown, Canada similar
A graphic on the HUD
indicates the selected
following distance. This
picture shows a maximum
follow distance.
The vehicles will move closer together as you select a
smaller following distance.
Alerting the Driver
The alert symbol flashes
on the HUD and a
warning beep sounds
when driver action is
required.
Driver action is required when:
. Adaptive Cruise Control cannot apply sufficient
braking because you are approaching a vehicle too
rapidly.
. The vehicle speed drops below about 40 km/h
(25 mph).
. A temporary condition prohibits Adaptive Cruise
Control from operating. See DIC Warnings and
Messages on page 4‑76 for more information.
. A malfunction is detected in the system. See DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4‑76 for more
information.
See Defensive Driving on page 5‑2.
{ WARNING:
Adaptive Cruise Control has only limited braking
ability to slow your vehicle. In some cases,
Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to
slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision.
Be ready to take action and apply the brakes
yourself. See Defensive Driving on page 5‑2.
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