CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM GENERAL


  1. OUTLINE


    1. The cruise control system is controlled by the power management control ECU.

    2. The cruise control system effects control through the hybrid system. Once the cruise control system is set to the desired vehicle speed, the power management control ECU automatically regulates the motive force to maintain the set vehicle speed without any accelerator pedal operation.

  2. PRECAUTION


    1. Observe the following precautions when using the cruise control system:


      1. Turn the main switch off when the cruise control system is not being used.

      2. Beware of a possible increase in vehicle speed when driving downhill (if the vehicle speed increases excessively, cancel the cruise control system and shift down to decelerate with the engine brake).

      3. If the cruise main indicator light turns off while the cruise control system is on, first turn the cruise control system off. Then, turn the cruise control system back on. If the cruise main indicator light continues to turn off again after performing the above, there may be a malfunction in the system.

    2. Do not use the cruise control system under the following road and vehicle conditions:


      1. Road with heavy traffic

      2. Steep hills

      3. Road with sharp bends

      4. Winding road

      5. Frozen or snowy road

      6. Slippery road surface

      7. Towing trailer