Operation
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In some situations, the s
ystem may incor-
rectly interpret an intended driving ma-
noeuvre as driver tiredness.
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No warning is given in the event of the ef-
fect called microsleep!
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Please observe the indications on the in-
strument panel and act as is necessary.
Note
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Fatigue detection has been developed for
driving on motorways and well paved roads
only.
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If there is a fault in the system, have it
checked by a specialised workshop.
Road signs detection system*
1)
Fig. 58
On the instrument panel display: examples
of speed limits or overtaking prohibitions with their
respective additional signs.
The traffic sign detection system records the
st
andar
d traffic signs in front of the vehicle
with a camera located on the base of the in-
terior mirror and provides information about
speed limits and overtaking prohibitions.
Within its limitations, the system also displays
additional signals, such as time-specific pro-
hibitions, signs for vehicles towing trailers
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the event of rain. Even on journeys without
signs, the system may display any applicable
speed limits.
The traffic sign detection system does not
work in all countries. Keep this in mind when
travelling abroad.
Shown on the display
In Germany, on motorways and vehicle
roads, besides speed limits and overtaking
provisions the system also displays the end of
prohibition signs. The valid speed limit at the
time in other countries is always shown.
The traffic signs detected by the system are
displayed on the dash panel display
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Fig. 58 and, depending on the navigation
system fitted in the vehicle, on the infotain-
ment system as well
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Road sign detection system messages:
There are no traffic signs available
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The system is in its start-up phase.
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OR: the camera has not recognized any
mandatory or prohibitive sign.
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System available depending on the country.
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