Volvo XC90: Driver support / Driver Alert Control limitations
Driver Alert Control (DAC) functionality may be reduced in certain situations.
In certain situations, the system may provide a warning even if it has not detected
a change in driving behavior, e.g.:
- in strong crosswinds
- on grooved road surfaces.
WARNING
In certain cases, driving behavior might not be affected despite the driver's
fatigue – when using the Pilot Assist* function – resulting in the driver not getting
a warning from DAC.
It is therefore very important to always stop and take a break at the slightest
sign of fatigue, regardless of whether the function has issued a warning or not.
NOTE
The function uses the vehicle's camera and radar sensor, which has certain
general limitations.
* Option/accessory.
In vehicles equipped with Sensus Navigation*, the driver can activate a guide
that can automatically suggest a suitable rest stop if the Driver Alert Control
(DAC) warning is given...
(Option/accessory.)
The Distance Alert function can help the driver become aware if the time interval
to the vehicle in front is too short. The vehicle must be equipped with a head-up
display* in order to display Distance Alert...
Other information:
To get to know your new vehicle, read the Owner's Manual before driving it
for the first time.
Reading your Owner's Manual is a way to familiarize yourself with new features
and functions, get advice on how to handle your vehicle in different situations,
and to learn how to take advantage of everything your Volvo has to offer...
A Care Key enables the vehicle owner to set a maximum speed limit for the
vehicle. This limit is intended to promote safe use of the vehicle, e.g. when it
is loaned out.
A maximum vehicle speed can be defined for a Care Key. Otherwise, the Red Key
functions in the same way as a standard remote key...