Nissan Leaf (2024 year). Manual in english

To set cruising speed,

accelerate your ve-

hicle to the desired speed, push the SET–
switch

and release it. The ICC system

set indicator (green), vehicle ahead detec-
tion indicator, set distance indicator and
set vehicle speed indicator

will come on.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Your vehicle will maintain the set speed.

When the SET– switch is pushed under the
following conditions, the system cannot
be set and the ICC indicators will blink for
approximately 2 seconds:
• When traveling below 20 mph (32 km/h)

and a vehicle ahead is not detected

• When the shift lever is not in D (Drive) or B

mode

• When the parking brake is applied
• When the brakes are operated by the driver

When the SET– switch is pushed under the
following conditions, the system cannot be
set.

A warning chime will sound and a message
will pop up:
• When the VDC system is off (To use the

ICC system, turn on the VDC system. Push
the ICC switch to turn off the ICC system
and reset the ICC switch by pushing the
ICC switch again.)

For additional information about the
VDC system, see “Vehicle Dynamic Con-
trol (VDC) system” (P. 5-163).

• When VDC is operating
• When a wheel is slipping (To use the ICC

system, make sure the wheels are no lon-
ger slipping.)

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1. System set display with vehicle ahead

2. System set display without vehicle ahead

The driver sets the desired vehicle speed
based on the road conditions. The ICC sys-
tem maintains the set vehicle speed, simi-
lar to standard cruise control, as long as no
vehicle is detected in the lane ahead. The
ICC system displays the set speed.

Vehicle detected ahead

When a vehicle is detected in the lane
ahead, the ICC system decelerates the
vehicle by controlling the throttle and ap-
plying the brakes to match the speed of
a slower vehicle ahead. The system then
controls the vehicle speed based on the
speed of the vehicle ahead to maintain the
driver selected distance.

NOTE:
• The stop lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the ICC
system.

• When the brake operates, a noise may

be heard. This is not a malfunction.

When a vehicle ahead is detected, the ve-
hicle ahead detection indicator comes on.
The ICC system will also display the set
speed and selected distance.

Vehicle ahead not detected

When a vehicle is no longer detected ahead,
the ICC system gradually accelerates your
vehicle to resume the previously set vehicle
speed. The ICC system then maintains the
set speed.

When a vehicle is no longer detected, the
vehicle ahead detection indicator turns off.

If a vehicle ahead appears during accelera-
tion to the set vehicle speed or any time the
ICC system is in operation, the system con-
trols the distance to that vehicle.

When a vehicle is no longer detected under
approximately 15 mph (24 km/h), the sys-
tem will be canceled.

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When passing another vehicle,

the set

speed indicator

will flash when the ve-

hicle speed exceeds the set speed. The ve-
hicle detect indicator will turn off when the
area ahead of the vehicle is open. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to
the previously set speed.

Even though your vehicle speed is set in the
ICC system, you can depress the accelera-
tor pedal when it is necessary to accelerate
your vehicle rapidly.

How to change the set vehicle
speed

To cancel the preset speed,

use one of the

following methods:
• Push the CANCEL switch. The set vehicle

speed indicator will go out.

• Tap the brake pedal. The set vehicle

speed indicator will go out.

• Turn the ICC switch off. The ICC indicators

will go out.

To reset at a faster cruising speed,

use

one of the following methods:
• Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push
and release the SET– switch.

• Push and hold the RES+ switch. The set

vehicle speed will increase by approxi-
mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release the RES+ switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed will
increase by approximately 1 mph (1 km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed,

use

one of the following methods:
• Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-

hicle attains the desired speed, push the
SET– switch and release it.

• Push and hold the SET– switch. The set

vehicle speed will decrease by approxi-
mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release the SET– switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed will
decrease by approximately 1 mph (1 km/h).

To resume the preset speed,

push and

release the RES+ switch. The vehicle will
resume the last set cruising speed when
the vehicle speed is over 20 mph (32 km/h).

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How to change the set distance
to the vehicle ahead

The distance to the vehicle ahead can be
selected at any time depending on the
traffic conditions.

Each time the DISTANCE switch

pushed, the set distance will change to
long, middle, short and back to long again,
in that sequence.

Distance

Approximate distance
at 60 mph (97 km/h)
[ft (m)]

Long

200 (60)

Middle

150 (45)

Short

90 (30)

• The distance to the vehicle ahead will

change according to the vehicle speed.
The higher the vehicle speed, the longer
the distance.

• The distance setting will remain at the

current setting even if the EV system is
restarted.

Approach warning

If your vehicle comes closer to the vehicle
ahead due to rapid deceleration of that ve-
hicle or if another vehicle cuts in, the sys-
tem warns the driver with the chime and
ICC system display. Decelerate by depress-
ing the brake pedal to maintain a safe ve-
hicle distance if:
• The chime sounds.
• The vehicle ahead detection indicator

blinks.

The warning chime may not sound in some
cases when there is a short distance be-
tween vehicles. Some examples are:
• When the vehicles are traveling at the

same speed and the distance between
vehicles is not changing.

• When the vehicle ahead is traveling faster

and the distance between vehicles is
increasing.

• When a vehicle cuts in near your vehicle.

The warning chime will not sound when:
• The vehicle approaches other vehicles

that are parked or moving slowly.

• The accelerator pedal is depressed, over-

riding the system.

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NOTE:

The approach warning chime may sound
and the system display may blink when
the ICC sensor detects objects on the side
of the vehicle or on the side of the road.
This may cause the ICC system to deceler-
ate or accelerate the vehicle. The ICC sen-
sor may detect these objects when the
vehicle is driven on winding roads, narrow
roads, hilly roads, or when entering or ex-
iting a curve. In these cases you will have
to manually control the proper distance
ahead of your vehicle.

Also, the sensor sensitivity can be affected
by vehicle operation (steering maneuver
or driving position in the lane) or traffic or
vehicle condition (for example, if a vehicle is
being driven with some damage).

Acceleration when passing

When the ICC system is engaged above
43 mph and following a slower vehicle
(below ICC set speed), and the turn signal is
activated to the left, the ICC system will
automatically start to accelerate the ve-
hicle to help initiate passing on the left and
will begin to reduce the distance to the
vehicle directly ahead. Only the left side

turn signal operates this feature. As the
driver steers the vehicle and moves into
the passing lane, if no vehicle is detected
ahead the ICC system will continue to ac-
celerate to the ICC system set speed. If an-
other vehicle is detected ahead, then the
vehicle will accelerate up to the following
speed of that vehicle. If the vehicle is not
steered into the left lane to pass, the accel-
eration will stop after a short time and
regain the set following distance. Accelera-
tion can be stopped at any point by de-
pressing the brake pedal or the CANCEL
switch on the steering wheel.

WARNING

In order to reduce the risk of a collision
that may result in serious injury or
death, please be aware of the following:

•

This function is only activated with
the left turn signal and will briefly ac-
celerate the vehicle even if a lane
change is not initiated. This can in-
clude non-passing situations such as
left side exits.

•

Ensure that when passing another ve-
hicle, the adjacent lane is clear before
initiating the pass. Sudden changes in
traffic may occur while passing.

–

Always manually steer or brake as

needed

–

Never solely rely on the system

Automatic cancellation

A chime sounds under the following condi-
tions and the control is automatically can-
celed:
• When the vehicle ahead is not detected

and your vehicle is traveling below the
speed of 15 mph (24 km/h)

• When the system judges the vehicle is at

a standstill

• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)

position or B mode

• When the parking brake system is applied
• When the VDC system is turned off
• When VDC operates
• When distance measurement becomes

impaired due to adhesion of dirt or ob-
struction to the sensor

• When a wheel slips
• When the radar signal is temporarily in-

terrupted

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VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the ICC system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in seri-
ous injury or death.

•

The ICC system is primarily intended
for use on straight, dry, open roads
with light traffic. It is not advisable to
use the ICC system in city traffic or
congested areas.

•

The ICC system will not adapt auto-
matically to road conditions. This
system should be used in evenly
flowing traffic. Do not use the system
on roads with sharp curves, or on icy
roads, in heavy rain or in fog.

•

As there is a performance limit to the
distance control function, never rely
solely on the ICC system. This system
does not correct careless, inattentive
or absentminded driving, or overcome
poor visibility in rain, fog, or other bad
weather. Decelerate the vehicle speed

by depressing the brake pedal, de-
pending on the distance to the vehicle
ahead and the surrounding circum-
stances in order to maintain a safe dis-
tance between vehicles.

•

If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop,
the vehicle decelerates to a standstill
within the limitations of the system.
The system will cancel once it judges
that the vehicle has come to a stand-
still and sound a warning chime. To
prevent the vehicle from moving, the
driver must depress the brake pedal.

•

Always pay attention to the opera-
tion of the vehicle and be ready to
manually control the proper follow-
ing distance. The ICC system may not
be able to maintain the selected dis-
tance between vehicles (following
distance) or selected vehicle speed
under some circumstances.

•

The system may not detect the ve-
hicle in front of you in certain road or
weather conditions. To avoid acci-
dents, never use the ICC system un-
der the following conditions:

–

On roads where the traffic is heavy

or there are sharp curves

–

On slippery road surfaces such as

on ice or snow, etc.

–

During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,

etc.)

–

When rain, snow or dirt adhere to

the bumper around the distance
sensor

–

On steep downhill roads (the ve-

hicle may go beyond the set ve-
hicle speed and frequent braking
may result in overheating the
brakes)

–

On repeated uphill and downhill

roads

–

When traffic conditions make it dif-

ficult to keep a proper distance be-
tween vehicles because of frequent
acceleration or deceleration

–

Interference by other radar sources.

•

In some road or traffic conditions, a
vehicle or object can unexpectedly
come into the sensor detection zone
and cause automatic braking. Always
stay alert and avoid using the ICC sys-
tem where not recommended in this
warning section.

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The radar sensor will not detect the follow-
ing objects:
• Stationary and slow-moving vehicles
• Pedestrians or objects in the roadway
• Oncoming vehicles in the same lane
• Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel

lane

The sensor generally detects the signals
returned from the vehicle ahead. Therefore,
if the sensor cannot detect the reflection
from the vehicle ahead, the ICC system
may not maintain the selected distance.

The following are some conditions in which
the sensor cannot properly detect a ve-
hicle ahead and the system may not oper-
ate properly:
• When snow or road spray from traveling

vehicles reduces the sensor’s detection.

• When excessively heavy baggage is loaded

in the rear seat or the cargo area of your
vehicle.

The ICC system is designed to automati-
cally check the sensor’s operation within
the limitations of the system.

When the sensor is covered with dirt or is
obstructed, the system will automatically
be canceled. If the sensor is covered with
ice, a transparent or translucent vinyl bag,
etc., the ICC system may not detect them.
In these instances, the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance control mode may not cancel and
may not be able to maintain the selected
following distance from the vehicle ahead.
Be sure to check and clean the sensor
regularly.

The detection zone of the radar sensor is
limited. A vehicle ahead must be in the de-
tection zone for the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance detection mode to maintain the se-
lected distance from the vehicle ahead.

A vehicle ahead may move outside of the
detection zone due to its position within
the same lane of travel. Motorcycles may
not be detected in the same lane ahead
if they are traveling offset from the center
line of the lane. A vehicle that is entering the
lane ahead may not be detected until the
vehicle has completely moved into the
lane.

If this occurs, the ICC system may warn
you by blinking the system indicator and
sounding the chime. The driver may
have to manually control the proper dis-
tance away from the vehicle traveling
ahead.

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SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

The following are conditions in which the
ICC system may be temporarily unavail-
able. In these instances, the ICC system
may cancel and may not be able to main-
tain the selected following distance from
the vehicle ahead.

Condition A

Under the following conditions, the ICC sys-
tem is automatically canceled. A chime will
sound and the system will not be able to be
set:
• When the VDC system is turned off
• When VDC is operating
• When a vehicle ahead is not detected and

your vehicle is traveling below the speed
of 15 mph (24 km/h)

• When the system judges the vehicle is at

a standstill

• When the shift lever is not in D (Drive) or B

mode

• When the parking brake is applied
• When a wheel slips
• When the radar signal is temporarily in-

terrupted

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Action to take

When the conditions listed above are no
longer present, turn the system off using
the ICC switch. Turn the ICC system back on
to use the system.

Condition B

When there is inclement weather (rain, fog,
snow, etc.) blocking the front radar sensor,
the ICC system will automatically be can-
celed, the chime will sound and the “For-
ward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled
Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual”
warning message will appear in the vehicle
information display.

Action to take

When the conditions listed above are no
longer present, the warning message will
no longer be available in the vehicle infor-
mation display and the system will operate
normally. If the “Forward Driving Aids Tem-
porarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked
See Owner’s Manual” warning message
continues to be displayed, have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

Condition C

When the radar sensor area of the front
bumper is covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice,
etc., or is obstructed, the ICC system will
automatically be canceled.

The chime will sound and the “Forward Driv-
ing Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor
Blocked See Owner’s Manual” warning mes-
sage will appear in the vehicle information
display.

Action to take

If the warning message appears, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, push the P (Park)
position switch on the shift lever, and turn
the EV system off. When the radar signal is
temporarily interrupted, clean the sensor
area of the front bumper and restart the EV
system. If the “Forward Driving Aids Tempo-
rarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See
Owner’s Manual” warning message contin-
ues to be displayed, have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

Condition D

When driving on roads with limited road
structures or bridges (for example, long
bridges, deserts, snowfields, driving next to
long walls), the system may illuminate the
system warning light (orange) and display
the “Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Dis-
abled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s
Manual” message.

Action to take

When the above driving conditions no lon-
ger exist, turn the system back on.

Condition E

When the ICC system is not operating
properly a chime sounds and the ICC sys-
tem warning light (orange) will come on.

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Action to take

If the warning light comes on, park the ve-
hicle in a safe place. Turn the EV system off,
restart the EV system, resume driving and
set the ICC system again.

If it is not possible to set the system or the
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the
system is malfunctioning. Although the
vehicle is still drivable under normal con-
ditions, have the vehicle checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer for this service.

NOTE:

If the ICC system is temporarily unavail-
able, the conventional cruise control mode
may still be used. For additional infor-
mation, please see “Conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode” (P. 5-86).

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sensor for the ICC system

is located

on the front of the vehicle.

To keep the ICC system operating properly,
be sure to observe the following:
• Always keep the sensor area of the front

bumper/emblem clean.

• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensor.

• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessory
near the sensor. This could cause failure
or malfunction.

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• Do not attach metallic objects near the

sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This could
cause failure or malfunction.

• Do not alter, remove, or paint the front

bumper. Before customizing or restoring
the front bumper, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Radio frequency statement

For USA

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

2. This device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

For Canada

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference,

2. This device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appar-
eils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouil-

lage, et

2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout

brouillage radio électrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en comprom-
ettre le fonctionnement.

Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Infor-
mation:

This equipment complies with FCC radia-
tion exposure limits set forth for an uncon-
trolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance of 30 cm
between the radiator and your body.

The transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other an-
tenna or transmitter.

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet
équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec
un minimum de 30 cm de distance entre la
source de rayonnement et votre corps.

FCC Notice

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed)
CRUISE CONTROL MODE

This mode allows driving at a speed be-
tween 25 to 90 mph (40 to 144 km/h) with-
out keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal.

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WARNING

•

In the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, a warning chime
does not sound to warn you if you are
too close to the vehicle ahead, as nei-
ther the presence of the vehicle ahead
nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is
detected.

•

Pay special attention to the distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead of you or a collision could occur.

•

Always confirm the setting in the ICC
system display.

•

Do not use the conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode when driv-
ing under the following conditions:

–

When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed

–

In heavy traffic or in traffic that

varies in speed

–

On winding or hilly roads

–

On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.)

–

In very windy areas

•

Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control switches

CANCEL switch:

Deactivates the system without erasing
the set speed.

RES+ switch:

Resumes set speed or increases speed
incrementally.

SET- switch:

Sets desired cruise speed or reduces
speed incrementally.

ICC switch:

Master switch to activate the system.

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Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode display and
indicators

The display is located in the vehicle infor-
mation display.

Cruise indicator:

This indicator indi-

cates the ICC system status depending
on a color:

•

Cruise control ON indicator (gray):

Indicates that the ICC switch is on.

•

Cruise control SET indicator (green):

Indicates that the cruising speed is
set.

•

Cruise control warning (yellow):

Indi-

cates that there is a malfunction in the
ICC system.

Set vehicle speed indicator:

This indi-

cator indicates the set vehicle speed.
For Canadian models, the speed is dis-
played in km/h.

Operating conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode

To turn on the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, push and hold the ICC
switch

for longer than about 1.5 seconds.

When pushing ICC switch on, the conven-
tional (fixed speed) cruise control mode
display and indicators

are displayed in

the vehicle information display. After you
hold the ICC switch for longer than about
1.5 seconds, the ICC system display turns
off. The cruise indicator appears. You can

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now set your desired cruising speed. Push-
ing the ICC switch again will turn the sys-
tem completely off. When the power switch
is placed in the OFF position, the system is
also automatically turned off.

To use the ICC system again, quickly push
and release the ICC switch (vehicle-to ve-
hicle distance control mode) or push and
hold it (conventional cruise control mode)
again to turn it on.

CAUTION

To avoid accidentally engaging cruise
control, make sure to turn the ICC switch
off when not using the ICC system.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your
vehicle to the desired speed, push the
SET- © switch and release it. (The color of
the cruise indicator changes to green and
set vehicle speed indicator comes on.) Take
your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your
vehicle will maintain the set speed.
• To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-

celerator pedal. When you release the
pedal, the vehicle will return to the previ-
ously set speed.

• The vehicle may not maintain the set

speed when going up or down steep hills.
If this happens, manually maintain vehicle
speed.

To cancel the preset speed, use any of the
following methods:

1. Push the CANCEL switch. The vehicle

speed indicator will turn off.

2. Tap the brake pedal. The vehicle speed

indicator will turn off.

3. Turn the ICC switch off. Both the cruise

indicator and vehicle speed indicator will
turn off.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:

1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push
and release the SET- switch.

2. Push and hold the RES+ switch. When

the vehicle attains the desired speed,
release the switch.

3. Push, then quickly release the RES+ switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed will
increase by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

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To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:

1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push
the SET- switch and release it.

2. Push and hold the SET- switch. Release

the switch when the vehicle slows down
to the desired speed.

3. Push, then quickly release the SET- switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed will
decrease by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-
lease the RES+ switch. The vehicle will re-
sume the last set cruising speed when the
vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).

System temporarily unavailable

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A chime sounds under the following condi-
tions and the control is automatically can-
celed:
• When the vehicle slows down more than

8 mph (13 km/h) below the set speed

• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)

or B mode

• When the parking brake is applied
• When the VDC operates (including the

traction control system)

• When a wheel slips

When the system is not operating properly,
the chime sounds and the color of the
cruise indicator will change to orange.

Action to take

If the color of the cruise indicator changes
to orange, stop the vehicle in a safe place
and push the P (Park) position switch on
the shift lever. Turn the EV system off, re-
start the EV system, resume driving, and
then perform the setting again.

If it is not possible to set or the indicator
stays on, it may indicate that the system
is malfunctioning. Although the vehicle
is still drivable under normal conditions,
have the vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the ProPI-
LOT Assist system could result in seri-
ous injury or death.

•

ProPILOT Assist is not a self-driving
system. Within the limits of its capa-
bilities, as described in this manual,
it helps the driver with certain driving
activities.

•

The ProPILOT Assist system is not a
replacement for proper driving pro-
cedures and is not designed to cor-
rect careless, inattentive or absent-
minded driving. ProPILOT Assist will
not always steer the vehicle to keep it
in the lane. The ProPILOT Assist sys-
tem is not designed to prevent loss of
control. It is the driver’s responsibility
to stay alert, drive safely, keep the
vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of the vehicle at all times.

•

There are limitations to the ProPILOT
Assist system capability. The Pro-
PILOT Assist system does not func-
tion in all driving, traffic, weather, and
road conditions. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,
keep the vehicle in the traveling lane,
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times.

•

The ProPILOT Assist system is only an
aid to assist the driver and is not a
collision warning or avoidance device.

•

The ProPILOT Assist system is for high-
way use only and is not intended for
city driving. Failure to apply the brake
or steer the vehicle when necessary
may result in a serious accident.

•

Always observe posted speed limits
and do not set the speed over them.

•

Never take your hands off the steer-
ing wheel when driving. Always keep
your hands on the steering wheel
and drive your vehicle safely.

•

Never unfasten your safety belt when
using ProPILOT Assist. Doing so auto-
matically cancels the ProPILOT Assist
system.

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•

The ProPILOT Assist system does not
react to stationary and slow-moving
vehicles.

•

Always drive carefully and atten-
tively when using the ProPILOT Assist
system. Read and understand the
Owner’s Manual thoroughly before
using the ProPILOT Assist system. To
avoid serious injury or death, do not
rely on the system to prevent acci-
dents or to control the vehicle’s
speed in emergency situations. Do
not use the ProPILOT Assist system
except in appropriate road and traffic
conditions.

The ProPILOT Assist system is intended to
enhance the operation of the vehicle when
following a vehicle traveling in the same
lane and direction.

The ProPILOT Assist system uses a multi-
sensing front camera unit

installed be-

hind the windshield and a radar sensor lo-
cated on the front of the vehicle

measure the distance to the vehicle ahead
in the same lane and to monitor the lane
markers. If the vehicle detects a slower

moving vehicle ahead, the system will re-
duce the vehicle speed so that your vehicle
follows the vehicle in front at the selected
distance. The system will also help keep the
vehicle centered in the traveling lane when
clear lane markings are detected.

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PROPILOT ASSIST SYSTEM
OPERATION

1. Steering-wheel-mounted control (left)

2. Vehicle information display

3. Steering-wheel-mounted control (right)

4. ProPILOT Assist switch

The ProPILOT Assist system has the follow-
ing two functions:

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

The ICC system can be set to one of two
cruise control modes:

•

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode:

For cruising at a preset

speed

NOTE:
Steering Assist is not available in the
conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-
trol mode.

•

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode:

The ICC system maintains a

selected distance from the vehicle in
front of you within the speed range of
0 to 90 mph (0 to 144 km/h) up to the
set speed. The set speed can be se-
lected by the driver between 20 to 90
mph (30 to 144 km/h). When the ve-
hicle ahead slows to a stop, your ve-
hicle gradually decelerates to a stand-
still. When the vehicle is stopped, the
ICC system maintains braking force to
keep your vehicle stopped.

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NOTE:
When your vehicle is stopped for less
than 3 seconds and the vehicle ahead
begins to move, your vehicle will start
moving again automatically.

– When your vehicle is at a standstill for

more than 3 seconds and the vehicle
ahead begins to accelerate, push the
RES+ switch or lightly depress the accel-
erator pedal. The ICC system starts to
follow the vehicle ahead.

– When no vehicle is detected ahead

within the driver selected distance, the
vehicle travels at the speed set by the
driver. The speed must be above 20 mph
(30 km/h) to use this function.

NOTE:

Even if the Automatic Emergency Brak-
ing (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection set-
ting is turned off by the driver using the
“Settings” menu in the vehicle informa-
tion display, AEB with Pedestrian Detec-
tion will be automatically turned on
when ICC is used.

Steering Assist

The Steering Assist function controls the
steering system to help keep your ve-
hicle within the traveling lane.

When there is no vehicle ahead, Steering
Assist is not available at speeds under
37 mph (60 km/h).

ProPILOT Assist switches

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DISTANCE switch:

• Long
• Middle
• Short

RES+ switch:

Resumes set speed or increases speed
incrementally

CANCEL switch:

Deactivates the ProPILOT Assist system

ProPILOT Assist switch:

Turns the ProPILOT Assist system on or
off

SET- switch:

Sets desired cruise speed or reduces
speed incrementally

Steering Assist switch:

Turns the Steering Assist function on or
off

The ProPILOT Assist system
display and indicators

Steering Assist indicator

Indicates the status of the Steering As-
sist function by the color of the indicator

• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-

ing Assist standby

• Steering Assist indicator (green): Steer-

ing Assist active

• Steering Assist indicator (orange): Steer-

ing Assist malfunction

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ProPILOT Assist activation

Displays once the ProPILOT Assist sys-
tem is activated

Vehicle ahead detection indicator

Indicates whether the system detects a
vehicle in front of you

ProPILOT Assist status indicator

Indicates the status of the ProPILOT As-
sist system by the color of the indicator

• ProPILOT Assist status indicator (white):

ProPILOT Assist is on but in standby

• ProPILOT Assist status indicator (blue):

ProPILOT Assist active

Lane marker indicator

Indicates whether the system detects
lane markers

• No lane markers displayed: Steering

Assist is turned off

• Lane marker indicator (gray): No lane

markers detected

• Lane marker indicator (green): Lane

markers detected

• Lane marker indicator (yellow): Lane

departure is detected

Set distance indicator

Displays the selected distance

Steering Assist status indicator/warning

Displays the status of the Steering Assist
by the color of the indicator/warning

• No Steering Assist status indicator

displayed: Steering Assist is turned off

• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-

ing Assist standby

• Steering Assist indicator (green): Steer-

ing Assist active

• Steering Assist indicator (yellow): Steer-

ing Assist malfunction

Speed control status indicator/warning

Displays the status of speed control by the
color and shape of the indicator/warning

• Speed control status indicator/warning

(gray): ICC standby

• Speed control status indicator/warning

(solid green

): ICC (distance control

mode)

active

(vehicle

detected

ahead). Your vehicle matches the speed
of the vehicle ahead.

• Speed control status indicator/warning

(green outline

): ICC (maintain

speed control mode) is active (no ve-
hicle detected ahead). Your vehicle
maintains the driver-selected set speed.

• Speed control status indicator/warning

(orange): Indicates an ICC malfunction

Set vehicle speed indicator

Indicates the set vehicle speed

TURNING THE CONVENTIONAL
(fixed speed) CRUISE CONTROL
MODE ON

NOTE:

ProPILOT Assist provides no approach
warnings, automatic braking, or steering
assist in the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode.

To choose the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, push and hold the
ProPILOT Assist switch for longer than ap-
proximately 1.5 seconds. For additional in-
formation, see “Conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode” (P. 5-121).

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1. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch

. This

turns on the ProPILOT Assist system.

2. A screen is displayed for a period of time

that indicates the status of the driving
aid functions.

• AEB with Pedestrian Detection, LDW,

and BSW are enabled when the speci-
fied icons are displayed.

• I-LI is enabled when the specified icon

is displayed.

• To change the status of the driving aids,

use the

button to navigate the

settings screen. For additional informa-
tion, see “How to use the vehicle infor-
mation display” (P. 2-27).

3. The status of the ProPILOT Assist sys-

tem is displayed in the vehicle informa-
tion display

4. Accelerate or decelerate your vehicle to

the desired speed.

Assist system begins to automatically
maintain the set speed. The ProPILOT
Assist activation indicator

and Pro

PILOT Assist status indicator

illumi-

nate (blue). When a vehicle ahead is trav-
eling at a speed of 20 mph (30 km/h) or
below and the SET- switch is pushed,
the set speed of your vehicle is 20 mph
(30 km/h).

NOTE:

Turning the ProPILOT Assist system on
will turn on the Intelligent Lane Interven-
tion (I-LI) and the Intelligent Blind Spot
Intervention (I-BSI) systems at the same
time. For additional information, see “In-
telligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” (P. 5-30)
and “Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
(I-BSI)” (P. 5-45).

When the SET- switch is pushed under the
following conditions, the ProPILOT Assist
system cannot be set and the set vehicle
speed indicator

blinks for approxi-

mately 2 seconds:
• When traveling below 20 mph (32 km/h)

and the vehicle ahead is not detected

• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)

position or B mode

• When the parking brake is applied
• When the brakes are operated by the

driver

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• When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

system is off. For additional information,
see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem” (P. 5-163).

• When the VDC system (including the trac-

tion control system) is operating

• When a wheel is slipping
• When any door is open
• When the driver’s seat belt is not fastened

How to change the set vehicle
speed

The set vehicle speed can be adjusted.

To change to a faster cruising speed:
• Push and hold the RES+ switch. The set

vehicle speed increases by approxi-
mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release, the RES+ switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed in-
creases by approximately 1 mph (1 km/h).

To change to a slower cruising speed:
• Push and hold the SET- switch. The set ve-

hicle speed decreases by approximately
5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release, the SET- switch.

Each time you do this, the set speed de-
creases by approximately 1 mph (1 km/h).

How to momentarily accelerate or
decelerate

• Depress the accelerator pedal when ac-

celeration is required. Release the accel-
erator pedal to resume the previously set
vehicle speed.

• Depress the brake pedal when decelera-

tion is required. Control by the ProPILOT
Assist system is canceled. Push the RES+
switch to resume the previously set ve-
hicle speed.

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WARNING

When the accelerator pedal is de-
pressed and you are approaching the
vehicle ahead, the ICC system will nei-
ther control the brake nor warn the
driver with the chime and display. The
driver must manually control the ve-
hicle speed to maintain a safe distance
to the vehicle ahead. Failure to do so
could result in severe personal injury or
death.

NOTE:

When you accelerate by depressing the
accelerator pedal or decelerate by push-
ing the SET- switch and the vehicle travels
faster than the speed set by the driver, the
set speed vehicle indicator will blink.

How to change the set distance
to the vehicle ahead

The distance to the vehicle ahead can be
selected at any time.

Each time the DISTANCE switch

pushed, the set distance will change to
long, middle, short and back to long again
in that sequence.

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Distance

Approximate distance
at 60 mph (97 km/h)
[ft (m)]

Long

200 (60)

Middle

150 (45)

Short

90 (30)

• The

distance

the

vehicle

ahead

changes automatically according to the
vehicle speed. The higher the vehicle
speed, the longer the distance.

• The distance setting will remain at the

current setting even if the EV system is
restarted.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
STEERING ASSIST

1. Steering-wheel mounted control (right)

2. Vehicle information display

3. Steering Assist switch

Use the following methods to enable or
disable the Steering Assist.

Steering Assist switch:

To turn the Steering Assist on or off, push
the Steering Assist switch (3) on the instru-
ment panel.

NOTE:
• When the Steering Assist switch is

used to turn the system on or off, the
system remembers the setting even if
the power switch is cycled. The switch
must be pushed again to change the
setting to on or off.

• The Steering Assist switch changes the

status of the “Steering Assist” selection
made in the “Settings” screen in the
vehicle information display.

Setting in the vehicle information display:

1. Press the

button on the steering

wheel (1) until “Settings” displays in the
vehicle information display (2) and then
press the OK button (1).

2. Use the

button (1) to select “Driver

Assistance.” Then press the OK button
(1).

3. Select “Steering Assist” and press the OK

button (1).

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NOTE:
• When the Cruise screen is displayed on

the vehicle information display, press
the OK button on the steering wheel to
call up the “Driver Assistance” setting
display.

• When enabling/disabling the system

through the vehicle information dis-
play or when pressing the Steering
Assist switch, the system retains the
current settings even if the EV system
is restarted.

How to cancel the ProPILOT Assist
system

To cancel the ProPILOT Assist system, use
one of the following methods:
• Push the CANCEL switch.
• Tap the brake pedal (except at a standstill).
• Push the ProPILOT Assist switch to turn

the system off. The ProPILOT Assist status
indicator will go out.

When the ProPILOT Assist system is canceled
while the vehicle is stopped, the electronic
parking brake is automatically activated.

WARNING

To prevent the vehicle from moving or
rolling unexpectedly, which could re-
sult in serious personal injury or prop-
erty damage, before exiting the vehicle
make sure to push the ProPILOT Assist
switch to turn the system off, push
the P (Park) position switch on the shift
lever, and turn the EV system off.

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL
(ICC) (for vehicles with ProPILOT
Assist)

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the ICC sys-
tem could result in serious injury or
death.

•

The ICC system is only an aid to assist
the driver and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is
recommended for highway use only
and it is not intended for city driving.
It is the driver’s responsibility to stay
alert, drive safely, and be in control of
the vehicle at all times.

•

There are limitations to the ICC sys-
tem capability. The ICC system does
not function in all driving, traffic,
weather, and road conditions. It is the
driver’s responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely, keep the vehicle in the
traveling lane, and be in control of the
vehicle at all times.

•

Always observe posted speed limits
and do not set the speed over them.

•

The ICC system does not react to sta-
tionary and slow-moving vehicles.

•

Always drive carefully and atten-
tively when using the ICC system.
Read and understand the Owner’s
Manual thoroughly before using the
ICC system. To avoid serious injury or
death, do not rely on the system to
prevent accidents or to control the
vehicle’s speed in emergency situa-
tions. Do not use the ICC system ex-
cept in appropriate road and traffic
conditions.

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ICC system operation

The ICC system is designed to maintain a
selected distance from the vehicle in front
of you and can reduce the speed to match
a slower vehicle ahead. The system decel-
erates the vehicle as necessary and if the
vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicle
decelerates to a standstill. However, the ICC
system can only apply up to 40% of the
vehicle’s total braking power. This system
should only be used when traffic condi-
tions allow vehicle speeds to remain fairly
constant or when vehicle speeds change
gradually. If a vehicle moves into the travel-
ing lane ahead or if a vehicle traveling
ahead rapidly decelerates, the distance be-
tween vehicles may become closer be-
cause the ICC system cannot decelerate
the vehicle quickly enough. If this occurs,
the ICC system sounds a warning chime
and blinks the system display to notify the
driver to take necessary action.

The ICC system cancels and a warning
chime sounds if the speed is below ap-
proximately 15 mph (25 km/h) and a vehicle
is not detected ahead.

The ICC system operates as follows:
• When there are no vehicles traveling

ahead, the ICC system maintains the
speed set by the driver. The set speed
range is between approximately 20 and
90 mph (30 and 144 km/h).

• When there is a vehicle traveling ahead,

the ICC system adjusts the speed to
maintain the distance, selected by the
driver, from the vehicle ahead. If the ve-
hicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicle
decelerates to a standstill. Once your ve-
hicle stops, the ICC system keeps the ve-
hicle stopped.

• When your vehicle is stopped for less

than 3 seconds and the vehicle ahead
begins to move, your vehicle will start
moving again automatically.

• When your vehicle is at a standstill for

more than 3 seconds and the vehicle
ahead begins to accelerate, push the
RES+ switch or lightly depress the accel-
erator pedal. The ICC system starts to
follow the vehicle ahead.

• When the vehicle traveling ahead moves

to a different traveling lane, the ICC sys-
tem accelerates and maintains vehicle
speed up to the set speed.

The ICC system does not control vehicle
speed or warn you when you approach
stationary and slow-moving vehicles. You
must pay attention to vehicle operation
to maintain proper distance from vehicles
ahead when approaching toll gates or traf-
fic congestion.

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When driving on the freeway at a set speed
and approaching a slower traveling vehicle
ahead, the ICC system adjusts the speed to
maintain the distance, selected by the
driver, from the vehicle ahead. If the vehicle
ahead changes lanes or exits the freeway,
the ICC system accelerates and maintains
the speed up to the set speed. Pay atten-
tion to the driving operation to maintain
control of the vehicle as it accelerates to
the set speed.

The vehicle may not maintain the set
speed on winding or hilly roads. If this oc-
curs, you will have to manually control the
vehicle speed.

Normally when controlling the distance to
a vehicle ahead, the system automatically
accelerates or decelerates your vehicle ac-
cording to the speed of the vehicle ahead.

Depress the accelerator to properly accel-
erate your vehicle when acceleration is re-
quired for a lane change. Depress the brake
pedal when deceleration is required to
maintain a safe distance to the vehicle
ahead due to sudden braking or if a vehicle
cuts in. Always stay alert when using the
ICC system.

No vehicle detected ahead

The driver sets the desired vehicle speed
based on the road conditions. The ICC sys-
tem maintains the set vehicle speed, simi-
lar to standard cruise control, as long as
no vehicle is detected in the lane ahead.
The ICC system displays the set speed.

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System set display with no vehicle

detected ahead

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