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Eaton VORAD AlwaysAlert - User Manual

Eaton VORAD AlwaysAlert
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Eaton
®
VORAD
®
AlwaysAlert
Eaton
®
VORAD
®
SmartCruise
Eaton
®
VORAD
®
BlindSpotter
Installation Guide VOIG-0035 July 2005
A highly sophisticated radar-based system
that helps prevent front and side collisions.
Provides additional driver safety and
convenience with automated
cruise control.
AlwaysAlert
TM
Helps Avoid Accidents SmartCruise
TM
Reduces Driver Fatigue
BlindSpotter
TM
- "Sees" what you can't.
Reduces lane change/merge collisions.
Warns driver of obstacles in their blind spot.
Driver had constant visual alert when an object
is detected in the blind spot.
Audible and visual alerts activated with turn signal.
Significantly reduces rear-end collisions.
Helps drivers maintain safe following distances.
Audible/visual alerts to dangerous
obstacles ahead in rain, snow, fog
and night conditions.
Continuous undistracted road monitoring
up to 500-feet ahead and around curves.
Uses radar to automatically maintain a safe
cruise control following distance.
Electronically communicates with diesel engines
to match following speed with traffic flow.
Automatically engages the engine retarder when
engine braking is required to maintain safe
following distances.
Automatically returns to cruise set speed when
traffic clears.
VORAD = Vehicle Onboard RADar

Questions and Answers

Summary

Eaton VORAD System Introduction

AlwaysAlert Collision Avoidance

Helps prevent rear-end collisions with audible/visual alerts.

SmartCruise Driver Fatigue Reduction

Automated cruise control for maintaining safe following distances.

Safety Warnings and Limitations

General Safety Precautions

Use VORAD as an aid, not a substitute for safe driving.

System Limitations and Hazards

Limited warning for hazards; sensor obstruction impacts performance.

Component Installation

Diagnostics and Road Test

Road Test Check-Out Procedure

Performing a test drive to verify system functionality and alignment.

Appendix and Troubleshooting

Reading Fault Codes

Guide to identifying and troubleshooting system faults using diagnostic codes.

Summary

Eaton VORAD System Introduction

AlwaysAlert Collision Avoidance

Helps prevent rear-end collisions with audible/visual alerts.

SmartCruise Driver Fatigue Reduction

Automated cruise control for maintaining safe following distances.

Safety Warnings and Limitations

General Safety Precautions

Use VORAD as an aid, not a substitute for safe driving.

System Limitations and Hazards

Limited warning for hazards; sensor obstruction impacts performance.

Component Installation

Diagnostics and Road Test

Road Test Check-Out Procedure

Performing a test drive to verify system functionality and alignment.

Appendix and Troubleshooting

Reading Fault Codes

Guide to identifying and troubleshooting system faults using diagnostic codes.

Eaton VORAD AlwaysAlert Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryAutomobile Accessories
TypeCollision Warning System
ManufacturerEaton
Radar TechnologyYes
Audible AlertYes
Visual AlertYes
TechnologyRadar-based
Power SupplyVehicle electrical system

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