184002727 - E5060 CRUISE CONTROL - DESCRIPTION

Description

The Cruise Control function - constant speed governor - allows the driver to drive the car at a constant speed without pressing the accelerator pedal.The function is managed by the engine control unit. This receives commands from a Cruise Control lever on the left of the steering wheel beneath the stalk switch unit.The function is engaged by turning the wheel (ON).When a speed is set ( SET + , SET - ), the setting is saved and may be called up at any time ( RCL ).

The function is automatically deactivated:

  • by pressing the brake pedal;
  • by pressing the clutch pedal;
  • by turning the wheel to OFF;
  • by switching off the engine;
In such cases, the last speed achieved is stored and can be recalled by pressing the RCL button.The system also deactivates at speeds below the minimum permitted speed (about 30 km/h)With the system activated, the warning light in the instrument panel comes on, connected via the CAN to the engine management control unit.For more details 5580A IMPIANTO CRUISE CONTROL