2018-Continental-Owners-Manual

Cruise Control

Changing the Set Speed • Press RES+ or SET- to change the set speed in small increments. • Press the accelerator or brake pedal until you reach the desired speed. Press RES+ or SET- . • Press and hold RES+ or SET- to change the set speed in large increments. Release the control when you reach the desired speed. The system may apply the brakes to slow the vehicle to the new set speed. The set speed displays continuously in the information display when the system is active. Canceling the Set Speed Press CAN or tap the brake pedal. The set speed does not erase. Resuming the Set Speed Note: Only use resume if you are aware of the set speed and intend to return to it.

Press RES+ . Your vehicle speed returns to the previously set speed and gap setting. The set speed displays continuously in the information display when the system is active. Automatic Cancellation Automatic cancellation can also occur if: • The tires lose traction. • You apply the parking brake. Park Brake Application Automatic parking brake application and cancellation occurs if: • You unbuckle the seatbelt and open the door after you stop the vehicle. • You hold the vehicle at a stop continuously for more than three minutes. Hilly Condition Usage Note: An audible alarm sounds and the system shuts down if it applies brakes for an extended period of time. This allows the brakes to cool. The system functions normally again after the brakes cool.

Select a lower gear when the system is active in situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades, for example in mountainous areas. The system needs additional engine braking in these situations to reduce the load on the vehicle’s regular brake system to prevent it from overheating. Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off Note: You erase the set speed and gap setting when you switch the system off. Press OFF when the system is in standby mode, or switch the ignition off. Detection Issues WARNINGS On rare occasions, detection issues can occur due to the road infrastructures, for example bridges, tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases, the system may brake late or unexpectedly. At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required.

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Continental (CPL) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201706, First Printing