Steep inclines and/or heavy loads

ACC is primarily intended for use on fairly level roads. The system may have difficulty maintaining the correct distance to a vehicle ahead on steep inclines, if the vehicle is carrying a heavy load or is towing a trailer. In these situations, the driver should always be prepared to apply the brakes if necessary.
See also:
Active Bending Lights (ABL)
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according to movements of the steering wheel
(see the right-pointing beam in the illustration).
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Automatic opening
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