Using information from the camera 1, the function warns the driver when a continuous or broken line is crossed or when approaching the roadside (divider, barrier, pavement, embankment, etc.) without the direction indicator lights being activated.

Note: make sure the windscreen is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensation, etc.).

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This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.

The lane departure warning function does not correct the vehicle's trajectory.

Activation/deactivation

To activate the function, press the switch 2 as many times as required to select "Lane Departure Warning" on the instrument panel. The "Lane Departure Warning Activated" message and the warning light are displayed on the instrument panel.

To deactivate the function, press switch 2 as many times as necessary to select "Lane Departure Warning deactivated" or "Lane Keeping Assist deactivated", depending on the vehicle, on the instrument panel. Warning light goes out on the instrument panel.

Operation

When the function is activated, the warning light and the left-hand and right-hand line indicators 3 are displayed in grey on the instrument panel.

The function is set to notify the driver if:

  • the speed is between approximately 43 mph (70 km/h) and 112 mph (180 km/h);

and

  • the warning light and the left-hand and right-hand line indicators 3 appear in white.

The warning function is triggered if the vehicle breaches a line or approaches a roadside (divider, barrier, pavement, embankment, etc.) without the direction indicator lights being activated.

The function alerts the driver:

  • by a vibration in the steering wheel;

and

  • the warning light and the indicator 3 for the crossed line turn red.
tip

Each time the vehicle is started, the function continues the mode saved the last time the engine was stopped.

Temporarily not available

  • Very fast lane departure;
  • driving continuously on a line;
  • approximately four seconds after changing lanes;
  • tight bends;
  • impaired visibility;
  • one of the direction indicators is activated;
  • strong acceleration;
  • ...

When the function is not available, the warning light and the left/right indicators turn to grey on the instrument panel.

Conditions for non-activation of the system

The system cannot be activated when:

  • reverse gear is engaged;
  • the field of vision of the camera is obstructed;
  • the 1_ALL_040_1_pictogramme.png warning light is displayed.

The warning light and the left/right line indicators turn to grey on the instrument panel.

Settings

Vehicles fitted with a multimedia screen.

To access the multimedia screen function settings 4, refer to the multimedia instructions:

  • "Vibration": adjust the steering wheel vibration level;
  • "Warning": adjust the line detection sensitivity level. To do this, select:
    • "Late": line detected when breached;
    • "Standard": line detected when approached;
    • "Early": line detected when near.

Vehicles not fitted with a multimedia screen

  • With the vehicle stationary, press the switch 5 as many times as required to reach the "Vehicle" tab or, depending on the vehicle, on the "Settings" tab;
  • repeatedly press control 6 or 7 to access the "Settings" menu or, depending on the vehicle, the "Vehicle setting" menu. Press the switch 8 OK;
  • press controls 6 or 7 repeatedly until you reach the "DRIVING AIDS" menu. Press the switch 8 OK;
  • scroll repeatedly by pressing control 6 or 7 to access the "Lane Departure Warning vibration or Lane Departure Warning sensitivity" menu. Press the switch 8 OK ;
  • press control 6 or 7 repeatedly to adjust the setting. Press the switch 8 OK.

Operating faults

In the event of a malfunction, the left and right line indicators (and, depending on display style, the warning light) disappear or stay grey on the instrument panel.

In some cases, they are accompanied by the "Check Front camera" message or the 1_ALL_036_1_pictogramme.png warning light on the instrument panel.

Consult an approved Dealer.

Warnings

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This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.

System servicing/repairs

  • In the event of an impact, the camera alignment may be changed, and its operation may consequently be affected. Deactivate the function, then contact an authorised dealer.
  • Any work in the area where the camera is located (repairs, replacements, windscreen modifications etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.

Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.

In the event of system disturbance

Some conditions can disrupt or damage the system operation, for example:

  • windscreen obscured (by dirt, ice, snow, condensation etc.);
  • a complex environment (tunnel, etc.);
  • poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice, etc.);
  • poor visibility (night, fog, etc.);
  • the road markings are irregular or difficult to distinguish (e.g. partially erased, excessive spacing, distorted road surface...);
  • being dazzled (glaring sun, lights of vehicles travelling in the opposite direction; etc.);
  • the road is narrow, winding or undulating (tight bends, etc.);
  • closely following a vehicle travelling in the same lane.

Risk of false alarms or absence of warnings