2015 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 175

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) - IF The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the EQUIPPED Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving vehicle set speed. convenience provided by cruise control while traveling NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on safety system and not designed to prevent collisions. moderate hills is normal. Electronic Speed Control function performs differently. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so Please refer to the proper section within this chapter. it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in Control. light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar WARNING! sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the vehicle directly ahead of you. system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- NOTE: hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use • If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead of you, ACC will maintain a fixed set speed. Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery. 3