Land Rover Defender: Warning Devices - Overview

BLIND SPOT ASSIST

WARNING: The blind spot assist system is a driver aid and not a safety device. The driver must always exercise due care and attention while driving.

The blind spot assist is an enhancement to the following features:

• Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
  • To help the driver to safely crossover in moving traffic and default ON.
• Approaching Vehicle Sensing (AVS).
  • To view a larger area to the rear of the vehicle. AVS warns the driver that a vehicle is approaching but is not in the blind spot area.

The blind spot assist is designed to help prevent a collision. If the system detects a vehicle and the driver attempts to change lane, a counter torque is applied to the steering. The system is designed to guide the vehicle away from the approaching vehicle.

LANE KEEP ASSIST SYSTEM

WARNING: The Lane Keep Assist (LKA) system is designed as a driver aid not a safety device. The driver must always exercise due care and attention while driving.

The LKA helps the driver to keep the vehicle in the current road lane by applying a gentle steering wheel torque. The LKA only applies this torque when the vehicle unintentionally drifts out of the road lane.

The DADC and Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) components determine the trajectory of the host vehicle to pull back parallel to the lane to avoid:

• Crossing the lane.
• Road edge.
• An oncoming vehicle in the adjacent lane.

The Emergency Lane Keep Assist (ELKA) system is the sub system which belongs to LKA.

REVERSE TRAFFIC DETECTION

The Reverse Traffic Detection is split into 2 features:

• Rear Traffic Warning
  • The feature detects cross traffic moving target objects from speeds of approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) up to 55 km/h (34 mph).
  • If activated, the TS displays the collision impact alert icon on the relevant side(s) of the screen. The collision impact alert icon informs the driver the vehicle is about to reverse into the path of a moving object.
  • If a detected object is calculated to be a collision threat, it is displayed as red colored blocks.
  • An audible warning also sounds when collision threat is detected.
• Rear Traffic Braking
  • In the event of an imminent collision, the feature applies the brakes to try and prevent an accident. All emergency braking warnings are displayed through the IPC.

REAR PROTECTION MONITOR

The rear protection monitor system helps identify any potential collision risks from the rear of the vehicle. The system:

• Monitors an area of approximately 80 meters behind the vehicle for threats from other vehicles that are approaching the rear at high speeds.
• Warns the driver of the vehicle approaching behind, of any potential collision by flashing the hazard warning lamp rapidly.
• The default mode is ON and the driver cannot switch the system OFF.

CLEAR EXIT DETECTION SYSTEM

WARNING: Clear exit monitor is a user aid only. The user is responsible for making sure that the door is opened with necessary care and attention. The user must make sure the door is opened in a manner which is safe for the vehicle, its occupants, and other road users. Failure to operate the doors in a safe manner could lead to serious injury or death.

Clear exit monitor warns of a possible threat when opening any door from the inside. Sensors in the rear bumper monitor nearby traffic and determine if opening a door could pose a threat.

DRIVER CONDITION MONITOR

WARNING: The feature default setting is ON, and always returns to the default setting after every ignition cycle.

The feature continuously evaluates driving technique for signs of fatigue. The feature determines fatigue in 2 levels:

• Fatigued
• Highly fatigued.

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION SYSTEM

NOTE: A reduced speed limit is also displayed if an approved Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) trailer socket is connected to the vehicle.

The traffic sign recognition system uses a forward facing camera located above the rear view mirror and the vehicle navigation map data.

The camera detects:

• Speed signs
• No over-taking signs
• Variable overhead speed signs
• Pedestrian and children warning signs.

SPEED LIMITER

NOTE: Speed limiters are not available when cruise control or adaptive cruise control is in operation. When the vehicle is first switched ON, the vehicle reverts to whichever system was used previously.

The speed limiter allows the driver to manually restrict the maximum vehicle speed. When a maximum speed limit is set, the vehicle responds normally until the set speed is approached. At this point, the vehicle stops accelerating.

The adaptive speed limiter works in conjunction with the traffic sign recognition system and the navigation system to restrict the maximum vehicle speed. If the system cannot determine a valid maximum speed, the last known set speed limit is used.

CRUISE CONTROL

NOTE:

• Do not use cruise control when driving off-road.
• The cruise control cancels if the accelerator pedal is pressed to override the system for more than 1 minute.

Cruise control allows the vehicle to automatically maintain a set vehicle speed. The cruise control switch installed on the steering wheel is used to operate the system. The driver can also intervene, at any time, by using the brake or accelerator pedals.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL OVERVIEW

NOTE:

• The adaptive cruise control system illuminates the brake lights when it applies the brakes. A noise may also be heard.
• The adaptive cruise control is not available when the speed limiter is in operation. When the vehicle is first switched ON, the vehicle reverts to whichever system was used previously.

The adaptive cruise control allows the driver to set a cruising speed for the vehicle. The vehicle speed is automatically reduced if a slower moving vehicle is detected in the lane ahead. The system then maintains a constant gap to the vehicle ahead. If the system detects that the slower moving vehicle is no longer present, it automatically raises the vehicle speed back to the set speed. In some scenarios, adaptive cruise control also brings the vehicle to a standstill, if required.

AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING

WARNING: If Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) brings the vehicle to a stop, the brakes continue to hold the vehicle stationary for a few seconds. After this period, the driver must resume full control of the vehicle. Failure to take back full control of the vehicle could result in an accident, leading to serious injury or death.

NOTE: Not all vehicles are equipped with AEB.

The AEB uses the forward facing camera located above the rear view mirror and forward facing radars located on the front bumper. The camera and radars are used to help identify an imminent risk of collision with:

• Another vehicle traveling in front.
• An oncoming vehicle from an adjacent lane while the host vehicle is turning left or right.
• A crossing pedestrian.
• A pedestrian moving in the same direction as the vehicle.
• An oncoming pedestrian from the opposite direction while the host vehicle is turning left or right.
• A crossing cyclist.
• A cyclist traveling in the same direction as the vehicle.
• An oncoming cyclist from the opposite direction while the host vehicle is turning left or right.

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