2014 Buick Encore Owner Manual - Page 188

9-32 Driving and Operating downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to maintain the vehicle speed. When the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control: . Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a visual alert and beeps when approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly. The forward-looking FCA camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph). { Warning FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too closely, FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. FCA does not warn of pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, or other objects. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9-3. To disengage cruise control; step lightly on the brake pedal, the indicator light will go off. Press . . *. To turn off the cruise control system, press 1. Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory by pressing or if the vehicle is turned off. 1